April 9-10, 2027 | Vancouver
The First Nations Schools Association (FNSA) invites you to save the date for the FNSA Conference – Learning from the Past, Planning for the Future. This event is happening on April 9-10, 2027, at The Westin Bayshore Hotel, Vancouver. Together, we will explore a wide range of effective practices in classroom instruction, school administration, and key areas of professional growth.
Schools will be notified in advance of the registration opening.
Call for Workshops
The FNSA invites applications for conference workshops showcasing promising practices that will support student learning and enrich First Nations schools. We aim to offer a wide range of workshops for educators, administrators, and other school support staff. A variety of topics are eligible, including but not limited to:
- First Nations languages and culture;
- approaches to improving attendance;
- planning for instruction;
- achieving learning standards through the use of technology;
- parent and family engagement strategies;
- assessment strategies;
- new approaches to student learning;
- supporting the professional growth of school staff;
- First Peoples curriculum; and
- extra-curricular activities;
- on-the-land learning.
Workshop presentation candidates are asked to consider how the conference theme can be integrated into their presentation. Applications from First Nations schools and communities are strongly encouraged. Recommendations for workshop topics and presenters are also welcome. Workshops that are primarily promotional, commercial, or product-focused are not eligible.
To apply, please use the application form below.
Apply by January 13, 2027.
Contact
For conference questions, please contact fnsaconference@fnesc.ca.
