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Declaration Act Action Plan

The Declaration Act Action Plan, released in March 2022, is the first of its kind. Built in consultation and co-operation with Indigenous Peoples, the plan articulates the specific actions every ministry in government will take over five years to create a better B.C. for everyone.

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Action Plan (Section 4)

Section 4 of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (Declaration Act) requires the Province to develop and implement an action plan to meet the objectives of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples [151KB PDF] (UN Declaration), and to do so in consultation and co-operation with Indigenous Peoples.

The Declaration Act Action Plan includes 89 tangible, achievable cross-government actions in the areas of self-determination and self-government, rights and title, ending anti-Indigenous racism, and enhancing social, cultural and economic well-being.

Hoodoos, Ktunaxa Nation territory
Photo: Hoodoos, Ktunaxa Nation territory

Action Plan reporting

The Province reports annually on progress made to implement the Action Plan and align provincial laws with the UN Declaration, which ensures the government’s work is transparent and accountable. The progress is reflected in the Declaration Act’s annual reports, which are publicly available by June 30 of each year.

View all 89 actions, and where they’re at in reporting, at a glance.

Every ministry in government is working in consultation and co-operation with Indigenous Peoples to deliver on their specific actions in tangible and measurable ways. A phased approach is being taken to implement and report on the Declaration Act Action Plan, as not all actions can or should be implemented at the same time. All 89 actions will be initiated within the five-year timeframe.

The Action Plan was developed through two years of intensive engagement, helping to ensure it reflects the priorities of Indigenous Peoples in B.C. It includes goals, outcomes, and tangible actions needed for meaningful progress in reconciliation.

By working together, the Province is building strong partnerships with Indigenous Peoples, and creating a stronger, more sustainable, and brighter future for everyone.

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Since the report was released in 2022, the following changes have been made.
  1. The following ministry names have changed:
    • Environment and Climate Change Strategy (ENV) is now Environment and Parks (ENV)
    • Transportation and Infrastructure (MOTI) is now Transportation and Transit (MOTT)
    • Housing (HOUS) and Municipal Affairs (MUNI) has been combined and is now Housing and Municipal Affairs (HMA)
    • Energy, Mines and Low Carbon Innovation (EMLI) has now been split into Energy and Climate Solutions (ECS) and Mining and Critical Minerals (MCM)
    • Mental Health and Addictions is now part of Health
    • Advanced Education and Skills Training (AEST) is now Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills (PSFS)
    • Jobs, Economic Recovery and Innovation (JERI) is now Jobs, Economic Development and Innovation (JEDI)
    • Land, Water and Resource Stewardship (LWRS) is now Water, Land and Resource Stewardship (WLRS)
    • BC Oil and Gas Commission (BCOGC) is now BC Energy Regulator (BCER)
    • Emergency Management BC (EMBC) is now Emergency Management and Climate Change Readiness (EMCR)
  1. Action 2.12 is now led by the Ministry of Energy and Climate Solutions (formerly Environment and Climate Change Strategy). 
  2. Action 2.14 is now being led by the Ministry of Mining and Critical Minerals (formerly Energy, Mines, and Low Carbon Innovation). 
  3. Action 4.25 is now led by the Ministry of Housing and Municipal Affairs, and continues to be supported by Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation (formerly Ministry of Attorney General).
  4. Action 3.03, led by the Ministry of Education and Child Care, is now supported by the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education and Future Skills.
  5. Actions 3.11 and 4.12 are now supported by the Ministry of Health (formerly Mental Health and Addictions). 
  6. Action 4.43 is now led by the Ministry of Energy and Climate Solutions (formerly Energy, Mines, and Low Carbon Innovation).