The BC Treaty Commission

Treaties establish reconciliation, resolve the land question, and create prosperity for all British Columbians.

"In our view, a treaty represents a constitutionally-protected sharing of sovereignty among the signatories to the treaty." Treaties and the Sharing of Sovereignty in Canada - Peter W. Hogg, C.C., Q.C. & Roy W. Millen

EXPLORE FIRST NATIONS TRADITIONAL TERRITORIES

Explore our interactive map to learn about First Nations in British Columbia. This map includes Modern Treaty Nations and First Nations who have entered the BC treaty negotiations process. Use the tools to show traditional territories and shared areas.

The BC Treaty Commission

Independent Facilitator for Modern Treaty and Tripartite Agreement Negotiations

The British Columbia Treaty Commission advocates for and facilitates the recognition and protection of First Nations rights and title, through the negotiation of modern treaties and tripartite agreements among the governments of Canada, British Columbia and First Nations in BC. The Treaty Commission is the independent facilitator; it is not a party to the negotiations.

The mandate of the Treaty Commission includes three main roles: facilitating treaty negotiations, including supporting the implementation of the UN Declaration; allocating funding to First Nations for negotiations; and educating the public and providing information about treaty negotiations.

For more information about the mandate and work of the Treaty Commission, visit the About Us page.