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# VACFSS

Vancouver Aboriginal Child and Family Services Society

## Sitemaps

- [XML Sitemap](https://www.vacfss.com/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website.

## Posts

- [Understanding VACFSS' Indigenous Core Cultural Competencies](https://www.vacfss.com/cultural-connections/understanding-vacfss-indigenous-core-cultural-competencies/)
- [Announcement: Leadership Update](https://www.vacfss.com/news/leadership-update-ceo/)
- [STATEMENT: VACFSS responds to Supreme Court of Canada declining to hear appeal](https://www.vacfss.com/news/statement-vacfss-responds-to-supreme-court-of-canada-declining-to-hear-appeal/)
- [CRUW is Land-Based Practice and So Much More](https://www.vacfss.com/cultural-connections/land-based-cruw/)
- [Youth Advisory Committee: On Truth & Reconciliation and Action](https://www.vacfss.com/youth-voices/youth-advisory-committee-on-truth-reconciliation-and-action/)
- [UNDRIP and Access to Spaces of Arts & Culture](https://www.vacfss.com/news/accessing-spaces/)
- [STATEMENT: VACFSS responds to BC Court of Appeal decision on BC Human Rights Tribunal case](https://www.vacfss.com/news/statement-vacfss-responds-to-bc-court-of-appeal-decision-on-bc-human-rights-tribunal-case/)
- [Family Preservation: A Counselor's Perspective](https://www.vacfss.com/news/family-preservation-a-counselors-perspective/) - Meet Luis, a Family Preservation Counselor who works to rebuild relationships and strengthen families.
- [Honouring the Journey of our Youth](https://www.vacfss.com/news/honouring-the-journey-of-our-youth/)
- [28th Anniversary of April Bennett: Staff Spotlight](https://www.vacfss.com/restorative-practice/28th-anniversary-of-april-bennett-staff-spotlight/)
- [Red Dress Day: A Brief History](https://www.vacfss.com/news/red-dress-day-a-brief-history/) - May 5th is known as Red Dress Day and is recognized as the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. It is a day to remember and honour the countless Indigenous women, girls, and Two-Spirit people who have disappeared or been victims of violence, often receiving little to no legal justice. Learning
- [Restoring the Roles of Indigenous Fathers in Our Communities](https://www.vacfss.com/cultural-connections/restoring-the-roles-of-indigenous-fathers-in-our-communities/)
- [Annual ceder headband making workshop](https://www.vacfss.com/news/annual-ceder-headband-making-workshop/)
- [Staff Spotlight: Orene Johnston](https://www.vacfss.com/staff-spotlight/orene-johnston-cultural-clinical-counsellor-elder/)
- [Staff Spotlight: April Bennett, Cultural Coordinator, Elder](https://www.vacfss.com/staff-spotlight/2016-spring-newsletter/)
- [Employee Engagement Committee](https://www.vacfss.com/cultural-connections/employee-engagement-committee/)
- [MCFD Protocol Agreement](https://www.vacfss.com/news/985/)
- [Staff Spotlight: Gavin O’Toole, Resources Manager](https://www.vacfss.com/staff-spotlight/gavin-otoole/)
- [Message from Jennifer Charlesworth, Representative for Children and Youth](https://www.vacfss.com/news/message-from-jennifer-charlesworth-representative-for-children-and-youth/)
- [Staff Cultural Camp](https://www.vacfss.com/cultural-connections/staff-cultural-camp/)
- [Caregiver Voices: “Something was missing, and I began to think where I could give back.”](https://www.vacfss.com/caregiver-stories/caregiver-voices-something-was-missing-and-i-began-to-thinking-where-i-could-give-back/)
- [Youth Voices: My Culture Saved Me](https://www.vacfss.com/youth-voices/my-culture-saved-me/)
- [Cultural Connections: Homecoming Reunification Ceremonies](https://www.vacfss.com/cultural-connections/cultural-connections-homecoming-reunification-ceremonies/)
- [Caregiver Voices: “I get the peace I didn’t have as a kid by providing it to these kids”](https://www.vacfss.com/caregiver-stories/caregiver-voices-i-get-the-peace-i-didnt-have-as-a-kid-by-providing-it-to-these-kids/)
- [Strengthening Our Relations: Restoring Family within Community](https://www.vacfss.com/news/strengthening-our-relations-restoring-family-within-community/)
- [Inclusive Foster Care: A Closer Look](https://www.vacfss.com/restorative-practice/inclusive-foster-care-a-closer-look/)
- [Staff Spotlight: Patricia Phillips](https://www.vacfss.com/staff-spotlight/meet-patricia-phillips/)
- [Nutsamaht - We are One. VACFSS participates in the Moose Hide Campaign.](https://www.vacfss.com/cultural-connections/nutsamaht-we-are-one-vacfss-participates-in-the-moose-hide-campaign/)
- [Staff Spotlight: Jessica Knutson, Child & Youth Engagement Worker](https://www.vacfss.com/staff-spotlight/staff-spotlight-jessica-knutson-child-youth-engagement-worker/)
- [COVID-19 Preparedness](https://www.vacfss.com/news/covid-19-preparedness/)
- [YAC Message to the Community](https://www.vacfss.com/youth-voices/yac-message-to-the-community/)
- [Staff Spotlight: Nicole Newton, Child Protection Social Worker](https://www.vacfss.com/staff-spotlight/staff-spotlight-nicole-newton/)
- [Youth Voices: Don’t be Afraid to Speak Out](https://www.vacfss.com/youth-voices/youth-voices-dont-be-afraid-to-speak-out/)
- [Youth Advisory Committee Strategic Plan](https://www.vacfss.com/youth-voices/youth-advisory-council-strategic-plan/)
- [Free Haircuts to Residents of the DTES](https://www.vacfss.com/news/free-haircuts-to-residents-of-the-dtes/)
- [Cultural Connections: Gathering the C.I.R.C.L.E.](https://www.vacfss.com/cultural-connections/cultural-connections-gathering-the-c-i-r-c-l-e/)
- [Standing with Youth in Care](https://www.vacfss.com/youth-voices/standing-with-youth-in-care/)
- [Staff Spotlight: Woody Morrison, Family Support Elder](https://www.vacfss.com/staff-spotlight/staff-spotlight-woody-morrison-family-support-elder/)
- [Restorative Practice: Addressing Inequity and Racism](https://www.vacfss.com/restorative-practice/restorative-indigenous-child-welfare-practice-addressing-inequity-and-racism/)
- [Staff Spotlight: Mari Otomo, Quality Assurance Advisor](https://www.vacfss.com/staff-spotlight/staff-spotlight-mari-otomo-quality-assurance-advisor/)
- [Youth Voices: Extending moratoriums for youth aging into community](https://www.vacfss.com/youth-voices/youth-voices-extending-moratoriums-for-youth-aging-into-community/)
- [Staff Spotlight: Leanne Dales, Lifelong Connections Coordinator](https://www.vacfss.com/staff-spotlight/staff-spotlight-leanne-dales-lifelong-connections-coordinator-2/)
- [Restorative Practice: Prioritizing “Belonging” in Child Welfare](https://www.vacfss.com/restorative-practice/restorative-practice-prioritizing-belonging-in-child-welfare/)
- [Caregiver Voices: “We need community supports after a child leaves care”](https://www.vacfss.com/caregiver-stories/caregiver-voices-we-need-community-supports-after-a-child-leaves-care/)
- [VACFSS Marks National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30](https://www.vacfss.com/news/vacfss-marks-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation-on-september-30/)
- [Staff Spotlight: Tiffany Britton, Collaborative Practice Facilitator](https://www.vacfss.com/staff-spotlight/staff-spotlight-tiffany-britton-collaborative-practice-facilitator/)
- [VACFSS Advocating for Reform of B.C.'s Police Act](https://www.vacfss.com/news/advocating-for-social-justice-and-human-rights-of-indigenous-peoples-for-reforming-the-police-act/)
- [FREE Health Care Support for First Nations Peoples in Vancouver](https://www.vacfss.com/news/health-care-support-for-first-nations-peoples-in-vancouver/)
- [Caregiver Voices: “We thought he needed us, but we need him”](https://www.vacfss.com/caregiver-stories/caregiver-voices-we-thought-he-needed-us-but-we-need-him/)
- [Connection to Land as a Source of Resilience for Urban Indigenous Youth in Child Welfare](https://www.vacfss.com/cultural-connections/connection-to-land-as-a-source-of-resilience-for-urban-indigenous-youth-in-child-welfare/)
- [Youth Voices: YAC Newsletter | Spring 2022](https://www.vacfss.com/youth-voices/youth-voices-yac-newsletter-spring-2022/) - the youth advisory committee share their experience on the NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR YOUTH IN CARE ADVOCATES, THE MCFD CHILDREN AND YOUTH COMPLAINTS CIRCLE, A JOINT PARTNERSHIP WITH MCCREARY CENTRE SOCIETY FOR A YOUTH STUDY, THE INCLUSIVE FOSTER CAREGIVER RECRUITMENT PROCESS, TO REGALIA-MAKING
- [How to use sage for healing](https://www.vacfss.com/news/how-to-use-sage-for-healing/)
- [Staff Spotlight: Leah Delorme, Family Preservation Counsellor](https://www.vacfss.com/staff-spotlight/staff-spotlight-leah-delorme-family-preservation-counsellor/)
- [Prioritizing "family finding" & "cultural connections" among YAC recommendations](https://www.vacfss.com/youth-voices/prioritizing-family-finding-cultural-connections-among-recommendations-from-yac/)
- [NOTICE OF PETITION: VACFSS pursues judicial review of the BC Human Rights Tribunal decision](https://www.vacfss.com/news/notice-of-petition-vacfss-pursues-judicial-review-of-the-bc-human-rights-tribunal-decision/)
- [PRESS RELEASE: VACFSS responds to BC Human Rights Tribunal ruling](https://www.vacfss.com/news/press-release-vacfss-responds-to-bc-human-rights-tribunal-ruling/)
- [Youth Voices: YAC Newsletter | Summer 2022](https://www.vacfss.com/youth-voices/youth-voices-yac-newsletter-summer-2022/)
- [PRESS RELEASE: Providing Respite Care for Indigenous Children and Youth](https://www.vacfss.com/news/press-release-providing-respite-care-for-indigenous-children-and-youth/)
- [PRESS RELEASE: VACFSS and Atira deliver a therapeutic access program](https://www.vacfss.com/news/vacfss-and-atira-deliver-a-therapeutic-access-program/)
- [National Indigenous History Month 2022](https://www.vacfss.com/news/national-indigenous-history-month-2022/) - Events to attend for National Indigenous Peoples Month 2022 which include both in person and virtual.
- [VACFSS advocates for Indigenous rights to self-government in child welfare](https://www.vacfss.com/news/vacfss-advocates-for-indigenous-rights-to-self-government-in-child-welfare/)

## Pages

- [Home](https://www.vacfss.com/) - Providing culturally-grounded, restorative family services to urban Indigenous families.
- [Overview](https://www.vacfss.com/about/overview/)
- [Become a Caregiver](https://www.vacfss.com/caregiving/become-a-foster-caregiver/)
- [Inclusive Foster Care Videos](https://www.vacfss.com/caregiving/inclusive-foster-care-platform/ifc-videos/)
- [Working at VACFSS](https://www.vacfss.com/join-us/working-at-vacfss/)
- [Board of Directors](https://www.vacfss.com/about/board-of-directors/)
- [Information Session Registration Form](https://www.vacfss.com/caregiving-become-a-foster-caregiver-registration-form/) - Please enter your first and last name:* First Last Email:* Phone number:*Are you Indigenous? If Yes, please specify:*Are you Indigenous? If Yes, please specify: No First Nations Metis Inuit Other Please provide details*Do you have a spare bedroom available for a child/youth?*Do you have a spare bedroom available for a child/youth? Yes No, but wiling
- [Client Concerns and Quality Assurance](https://www.vacfss.com/families/complaints/)
- [Policy & Research](https://www.vacfss.com/about/policy-research/)
- [Contact](https://www.vacfss.com/contact/)
- [Journeying Through Care](https://www.vacfss.com/caregiving/inclusive-foster-care-platform/journeying-through-care/)
- [Partners Roles and Networking in The Community](https://www.vacfss.com/caregiving/inclusive-foster-care-platform/partners-roles-and-networking-in-the-community/)
- [Access Guidelines & Care Meetings](https://www.vacfss.com/caregiving/inclusive-foster-care-platform/access-guidelines-foster-care-meetings/)
- [Connecting Children to Culture and Family](https://www.vacfss.com/caregiving/inclusive-foster-care-platform/connecting-children-to-culture-and-family/)
- [Understanding Children's Responses to Visits](https://www.vacfss.com/caregiving/inclusive-foster-care-platform/understanding-children-visits/)
- [VACFSS Cultural Programming](https://www.vacfss.com/caregiving/inclusive-foster-care-platform/vacfss-cultural-programming/)
- [Inclusive Foster Care](https://www.vacfss.com/caregiving/inclusive-foster-care/) - [A child’s] circle is a sacred space where healing can occur, interconnectedness and interdependent relationships with one another are emphasized and unity respectful of our diversity may be found”. – Aboriginal Policy and Practice Framework (APPF) in BC; MCFD
- [Protocols](https://www.vacfss.com/about/protocols/)
- [Overview](https://www.vacfss.com/children-youth/overview/)
- [Youth Advisory Committee](https://www.vacfss.com/children-youth/youth-advisory-committee/)
- [Inclusive Foster Care: What is it?](https://www.vacfss.com/caregiving/inclusive-foster-care-platform/inclusive-foster-care-what-is-it/)
- [Become a member](https://www.vacfss.com/join-us/become-a-member/)
- [Navigating child safety concerns](https://www.vacfss.com/families/navigating-child-safety-concerns/)
- [FAQ](https://www.vacfss.com/caregiving/faq/)
- [Thanks](https://www.vacfss.com/contact/thanks/)
- [Thank you](https://www.vacfss.com/thank-you/)
- [Resources](https://www.vacfss.com/children-youth/resources/)
- [Caregiver Newsletters](https://www.vacfss.com/caregiving/inclusive-foster-care-platform/caregiver-newsletters/) - The Caregiver Newsletters provide information regarding policy updates, events, and training opportunities as well as highlight successes and acknowledgments, and continually highlight our commitment to inclusive foster care.
- [Inclusive Foster Care Platform Log In](https://www.vacfss.com/caregiving/platform-log-in/)
- [Caregiving](https://www.vacfss.com/caregiving/)
- [News & Stories](https://www.vacfss.com/news-stories/) - Indigenous ceremony and cultural practices are foundational to all of our programs and the work we do at VACFSS. We are guided by Indigenous Elders, our Youth Advisory Committee, and a culture committee composed of Knowledge Keepers and representatives of different First Nations to ensure we remain committed to grounding our work in Indigenous cultural
- [History](https://www.vacfss.com/about/history/)
- [Child and Family Well-Being](https://www.vacfss.com/families/child-family-well-being/)
- [Vision & Mission](https://www.vacfss.com/about/vision-mission/)
- [Family Preservation & Reunification](https://www.vacfss.com/families/family-preservation-reunification/)
- [Practicum Opportunities](https://www.vacfss.com/join-us/practicum-opportunities/)
- [Collaborative Partnerships](https://www.vacfss.com/indigenous-communities/collaborative-partnerships/)
- [User Conduct](https://www.vacfss.com/user-conduct/)
- [Youth Voices](https://www.vacfss.com/children-youth/youth-voices/)
- [text popup](https://www.vacfss.com/__trashed/)
- [Terms & Conditions](https://www.vacfss.com/terms-conditions/)
- [Privacy Policy](https://www.vacfss.com/privacy-policy/) - Who we are Our website address is: http://wpengine.com. What personal data we collect and why we collect it Comments When visitors leave comments on the site we collect the data shown in the comments form, and also the visitor’s IP address and browser user agent string to help spam detection. An anonymized string created from
- [Programs](https://www.vacfss.com/indigenous-communities/programs/)
- [Inclusive Foster Care Platform](https://www.vacfss.com/caregiving/inclusive-foster-care-platform/)
- [Culture & Community](https://www.vacfss.com/culture-community/)
- [Join Us](https://www.vacfss.com/join-us/)
- [Indigenous Communities](https://www.vacfss.com/indigenous-communities/)
- [Families](https://www.vacfss.com/families/)
- [Children & Youth](https://www.vacfss.com/children-youth/)
- [Events Calendar](https://www.vacfss.com/culture-community/events-calendar/)
- [About](https://www.vacfss.com/about/)

## Programs

- [Child Safety Program](https://www.vacfss.com/programs/child-safety-program-cs/)
- [Family Preservation and Reunification](https://www.vacfss.com/programs/family-preservation-and-reunification/)
- [Culturally Relevant Urban Wellness](https://www.vacfss.com/programs/culturally-relevant-urban-wellness/)
- [Supportive Indigenous Brothers and Sisters (SIBS) Program](https://www.vacfss.com/programs/supportive-indigenous-brothers-and-sisters-sibs-program/)
- [Guardianship Program](https://www.vacfss.com/programs/guardianship/)
- [Resources Program](https://www.vacfss.com/programs/resources/)
- [Touching The Land of Our Relations](https://www.vacfss.com/programs/touching-the-lands-of-our-relations/)
- [Caregiver Cultural Camp](https://www.vacfss.com/programs/caregiver-cultural-camp/)
- [Youth Mentor Committee Program](https://www.vacfss.com/programs/youth-mentor-committee-program/)
- [Life Skills & Leadership Program](https://www.vacfss.com/programs/life-skills-leadership-program/)
- [Elder Guidance](https://www.vacfss.com/programs/elder-guidance/)
- [Homecoming Ceremony](https://www.vacfss.com/programs/homecoming-ceremony/)
- [Honouring Our Sacred Bundles](https://www.vacfss.com/programs/honouring-our-scared-bundles/)
- [UBC Farm Program](https://www.vacfss.com/programs/ubc-farm-program/)
- [Sage Picking](https://www.vacfss.com/programs/sage-picking/)
- [Gathering the Circle](https://www.vacfss.com/programs/gathering-the-circle/)
- [Honouring the Journey of Our Youth](https://www.vacfss.com/programs/honouring-the-journey-of-our-youth/)

## Annual Reports & Publications

- [2025 Annual Report](https://www.vacfss.com/annual-reports-publications/2025-annual-report/)
- [Compliance and Commitment to the TRC 5 Calls to Action for Child Welfare](https://www.vacfss.com/annual-reports-publications/compliance-and-commitment-to-the-trc-5-calls-to-action-for-child-welfare/)
- [2024 Annual Report](https://www.vacfss.com/annual-reports-publications/2024-annual-report/)
- [2023 Annual Report](https://www.vacfss.com/annual-reports-publications/2023-annual-report/)
- [2022 Annual Report](https://www.vacfss.com/annual-reports-publications/2022-annual-report/)
- [2021 Annual Report](https://www.vacfss.com/annual-reports-publications/2021-annual-report/)
- [Restorative Aboriginal Child Welfare in Diverse Urban Spaces](https://www.vacfss.com/annual-reports-publications/restorative-aboriginal-child-welfare-in-diverse-urban-spaces/)
- [2020 Annual Report](https://www.vacfss.com/annual-reports-publications/2020-annual-report/)
- [2019 Annual Report](https://www.vacfss.com/annual-reports-publications/2019-annual-report/)
- [2016 Annual Report](https://www.vacfss.com/annual-reports-publications/2016-annual-report/)
- [2017 Annual Report](https://www.vacfss.com/annual-reports-publications/2017-annual-report/)
- [2018 Annual Report](https://www.vacfss.com/annual-reports-publications/2018-annual-report/)

## Caregiver Newsletters

- [Connections Community Services Society](https://www.vacfss.com/caregiver-newsletters/community-partner-connections-community-services-society/)
- [Teachings: The Importance of Hair](https://www.vacfss.com/caregiver-newsletters/the-importance-of-hair/)
- [Rider and Under-Deductible Loss (UDL) Program](https://www.vacfss.com/caregiver-newsletters/rider-and-under-deductible-loss-udl-program/)
- [Maintenance Rate Increases](https://www.vacfss.com/caregiver-newsletters/maintenance-rate-increases/) - You may have noticed a slight increase in your monthly deposits starting August 2022. Effective July 1, 2022, maintenance payments to foster caregivers and out-of-care care providers increased to $1024.64 for children 11 years of age and younger and $1124.19 for children and youth 12 years of age and older. This increase results from the

## Events

- [Caregiver Q&A Session](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/caregiver-qa-session/) - Join our Q&A session Wednesday, April 30th, anytime from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM at the Ice Rink Mezz room in Britannia Community Center. At this meeting, you'll have the opportunity to ask our resources team about the application process and speak with a current caregiver on their experience of welcoming a youth into their
- [Missing and Murdered Indigenous Men’s March MMIMM-and Boys](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/missing-and-murdered-indigenous-mens-march-mmimm-and-boys/) - MVISS-Metro Vancouver Indigenous Services Society is announcing the first ever: Missing and Murdered Indigenous Men’s March MMIMM-and Boys WHEN: Aug 26th, 2022 TIME: 10am-12noon WHERE: Broadway and Commercial-Ends at Woodland Park Everyone is Welcome, speakers have already been chosen ahead of time Snacks will be provided at Woodland Park
- [Tie-Dye at the Park](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/tie-dye-at-the-park/)
- [Scholarships and grants application deadline](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/scholarships-and-grants-application-deadline/) - Individual Artists Program The Individual Artists Program supports the artistic development of B.C. First Nations, First Nations, Métis and Inuit creators residing in B.C. with a creative practice of any medium or expression and who have demonstrated a commitment to their artistic practice. This program offers funding for two areas: Individual Artists (up to $20,000): Funding
- [Huu-ay-aht Summer Day Camp](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/summer-day-camp/) - Hitaas šiʔaƛ̓cu pisatuk (All of you go outside andplay). Huu-ay-aht Cultural Wellness Team and Bamfield Community School are hosting a Summer day camp in Anacla from July 31 to August 4, 2023. Activities include cultural activities like berry picking, canning salmon, hiking, storytelling, songs, dancing, and canoeing. A community BBQ will be held on August
- [Trailblazing: Women in Canada - "How We Changed It"](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/trailblazing-women-in-canada-how-we-changed-it/) - In recognition of Indigenous Peoples Day, this storytelling event "How We Changed It" will showcase and celebrate Indigenous women who have met the challenge and made bold moves to make a positive change in STEAM and within the Indigenous community. Whether they are creating something new, calling attention to important issues, or educating and inspiring future generations.
- [Indigenous Perspectives Society](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/indigenous-perspectives-society/) - Indigenous Perspectives Society is partnered with Royal Roads University and other amazing organizations from across the region and invite you to join us online and in person to honour National Indigenous Peoples Month throughout June and National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21. Let's join together all month to enjoy Indigenous heritage, culture, food and
- [MMIMB2S+ Memorial March](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/mmimb2s-memorial-march/) - Join MVISS in their second MMIMB2S+ March. There participants will gather at VPD Headquarters on Cambie and march together to Creekside Park. There participant will share and listen to honourable stories that remind the Indigenous Peoples of their sacredness, and hold one another up and call for justice and accountability in the growing crisis of
- [Centering Indigenous Joy: A Celebration of Literature, Arts, and Creativity](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/centering-indigenous-joy-a-celebration-of-literature-arts-and-creativity/) - Centering Indigenous Joy: A Celebration of Literature, Arts, and Creativity In recognition of National Indigenous Peoples Day, SFU is thrilled to co-host a celebration of Indigenous literature, art, and creativity. The evening is curated by artist and storyteller Nathan Adler and the Word Vancouver literary festival, and presented in partnership with 312 Main, City of Vancouver, Government of British
- [Celebrate BCCYICW 2023 Movie night](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/celebrate-bccyicw-2023-movie-night/) - Celebrate BCCYICW 2023 at the movies! Join PLEA for a screening of 'The Mummies' on Thursday June 1, there will be lots of snacks too RVSP HERE
- [National Indigenous Peoples Day](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/2673/) - Presenting Sponsors: Black Diamond Group & SECURE Energy Join Canada's Sports Hall of Fame and the Calgary Public Library virtually on National Indigenous Peoples Day (NIPD) to celebrate and learn about Indigenous Ways of Knowing and Being through an educational keynote presentation with Order of Sport Recipient and Hall of Famer Alwyn Morris. Educational Keynote Presenter:
- [Leigh Joseph in Conversation with Eden Fine Day](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/leigh-joseph-in-conversation-with-eden-fine-day/) - Leigh Joseph presents her book Held by the Land: A Guide to Indigenous Plants for Wellness which is part narrative, part field guide and recipe book that draws on her lived experience as an Indigenous woman, her training in Western Science, and her cultural journey toward identity. Free Registration is required to secure your
- [Youth Summer Smash Tennis Camp](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/youth-summer-camp/) - The Squamish Nation is providing Summer Smash Tennis camps for youth ages 6-10. To register or learn more please visit: https://form.jotform.com/221385412805048
- [Soaring: Indigenous Youth Empowerment Gathering](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/soaring-indigenous-youth-empowerment-gathering/) - May 9 & 10, 2023 | Edmonton Convention Centre | Edmonton, AB Soaring 2023 is back in Edmonton! Taking on a hybrid format for the first time, high school students from across the country will learn about career and post-secondary education options by participating in career workshops either in person or virtually. They’ll also learn
- [Solar Stories](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/solar-stories/) - Get inspired by Montana First Nation and the Town of Lumsden’s solar initiatives, and ask Peace Energy Co-op about project execution! Register here
- [The Walrus Talks at Home: Indigenous Health](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/the-walrus-talks-at-home-indigenous-health/) - In Canada, First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples face significant health disparities compared with non-Indigenous Canadians in nearly all areas of medical care. From child welfare, mental health, and addiction services to health governance and accessing culturally appropriate care, the current health care system isn’t working for Indigenous peoples. How can that gap be closed?
- [MCFD Rent Supplement Applications DEADLINE](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/mcfd-rent-supplement-applications-deadline/) - The upcoming second intake period for the rent supplement program for young adults from government care will open March 6, at 8:00 AM and close March 20, 2023 at 11:59 PM. Through Budget 2022 the Province announced that it is investing $35M over the next 3 years and ongoing into programs and services for
- [Supporting employees with mental health injuries with guest speaker Stéphane Grenier](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/supporting-employees-with-mental-health-injuries-with-guest-speaker-stephane-grenier/) - On March 15th, WorkSafe BC will be hosting their third webinar as part of their Stay Connected series – “Supporting employees with mental health injuries” with guest speaker Stéphane Grenier. This session will help employers to better understand how to support workers with mental health injuries in their recovery and return to work. Join them
- [Family Day events + Community events Family Day!](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/family-day-events-community-events-family-day/) - Celebrate Family Day Weekend on February 18th-19th at the SLCC Celebrate Family Day weekend* on Saturday, February 18th, and Sunday, February 19th with engaging Indigenous experiences at the Squamish Lil’wat Cultural Centre. Join a Guided Tour on the hour starting with a welcome drum song, or take a self-guided tour or a Scavenger Hunt through the
- [Indigenous Art Practices: A Professional Development Series DAY 3](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/indigenous-art-practices-a-professional-development-series-day-3/) - Educators participating in Indigenous Art Practices will learn more about Indigenous Arts, including visual, music, dance, and story. The three free online sessions will include opportunities to explore Indigenous art, related materials and educational resources. Educators will learn about practices and protocols to respectfully engage with Indigenous art and, by the end of the series, they will have drafted an initial
- [Indigenous Art Practices: A Professional Development Series](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/indigenous-art-practices-a-professional-development-series-2/) - Educators participating in Indigenous Art Practices will learn more about Indigenous Arts, including visual, music, dance, and story. The three free online sessions will include opportunities to explore Indigenous art, related materials and educational resources. Educators will learn about practices and protocols to respectfully engage with Indigenous art and, by the end of the series, they will have drafted an initial
- [Indigenous Art Practices: A Professional Development Series](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/indigenous-art-practices-a-professional-development-series/) - Educators participating in Indigenous Art Practices will learn more about Indigenous Arts, including visual, music, dance, and story. The three free online sessions will include opportunities to explore Indigenous art, related materials and educational resources. Educators will learn about practices and protocols to respectfully engage with Indigenous art and, by the end of the series, they will have drafted an initial
- [Indigenous Spaces of the Biosphere - An Educational Webinar](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/indigenous-spaces-of-the-biosphere-an-educational-webinar/) - This webinar will showcase the findings of a recent Indigenous Scan of the Frontenac Arch Biosphere and Greater Region. Details: Throughout the Fall season of 2022, Bryanne Smart, a Research Consultant with Nakanagis Consulting Inc performed a detailed scan of the Indigenous Spaces of the Grater Frontenac Arch Biopshere, she compiled a report of her
- [Indigenous Peoples and Technoscience](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/indigenous-peoples-and-technoscience/) - Since 1981, SCWIST has made great strides in promoting and empowering women in STEM. When you register, please consider adding a small donation to support our programs so all interested women and girls can see where a future in STEM can take them. Join Dr. Kim TallBear from the University of Alberta to learn about
- [Landback Talk - An Indigenous Climate Action Lunch + Learn](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/landback-talk-an-indigenous-climate-action-lunch-learn/) - Have you been curious about what Landback really means? Join us for a lunchtime discussion on March 1st with Jacob Crane from Indigenous Climate Action! We are so excited to have Jacob come and speak to SFU students about the intersections of climate justice, LandBack!, and how we build toward Indigenous futures. He will also be speaking about
- [Julian Napoleon | Northern Indigenous Food Ways: Learning Circle Series](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/julian-napoleon-northern-indigenous-food-ways-learning-circle-series/) - This series is presented to provide an opportunity for educators within the K-12 education system in gaining or advancing skills and knowledge to apply Indigenous food ways and teachings within their food literacy curriculums and projects. The series is presented to support Northern Educators, but is open to all who would like to learn, connect
- ["Indigenous Enough" Common Indigenous experience sharing circle](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/indigenous-enough-common-indigenous-experience-sharing-circle/) - Not feeling "Indigenous enough" is a common experience for Indigenous folks across Turtle Island. This is a direct result of colonization and no fault of your own, your family or your ancestors. If you are searching, questioning, learning, un-learning, craving for a sense of belonging or to be heard, seen or understood you are welcome
- [Indigenous Food Sovereignty](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/indigenous-food-sovereignty/) - Do you want to learn about Indigenous Food Sovereignty? Join for an in-depth conversation with Jacob Beaton, the person behind Tea Creek Farm and the United Nations Food Hero of the Year! Sign up at Eventbrite
- [Virtual Launch | kâ-pî-isi-kiskisiyân / The Way I Remember by Solomon Ratt](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/virtual-launch-ka-pi-isi-kiskisiyan-the-way-i-remember-by-solomon-ratt/) - On Wednesday, February 22nd at 6pm PST/7pm CST, join Massy Arts Society, Massy Books and University of Regina Press for the virtual launch of Solomon Ratt's kâ-pî-isi-kiskisiyân / The Way I Remember. Through a blend of languages and a combination of âcimisowin (autobiographical stories) and âcathôhkîwina (traditional tales), this unique memoir uses a particular Cree sense of humour to
- [Stress management and prevention workshop [webinar]](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/stress-management-and-prevention-workshop-webinar/) - The term ‘stress’ is used loosely in our culture. What does it really mean and how vulnerable are you? Understand the biology of stress and explore realistic and practical ways to manage distress in this one-hour seminar with a licensed therapist. Webinar is sponsored by Nancy Shafer. This event is free & everyone is
- [The Cedar Sage and Sweetgrass Indigenous Art Show](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/the-cedar-sage-and-sweetgrass-indigenous-art-show/) - On Saturday, March 11th at 6pm, join Massy Arts Society for the closing reception of The Cedar Sage and Sweetgrass Indigenous Art Show, a new window exhibition organized by Cedar Sage and Sweetgrass, an eclectic community of indigenous artists working with unique perspectives from First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples. For this show, the collective
- [Virtual Indigenous Engagement Circles to Create a Vision for Diabetes](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/virtual-indigenous-engagement-circles-to-create-a-vision-for-diabetes/) - During this one-hour engagement event, the IDEA Diabetes team will share information about Bill C-237, An Act to Establish a National Framework for Diabetes, and the current separate Indigenous engagement process underway to inform this national framework process. The facilitators will provide information about how Indigenous people from coast-to-coast-to-coast can join the conversation and contribute their
- [Remembering the MMIWG](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/remembering-the-mmiwg/) - On February 14th in the Downtown Eastside of Vancouver community gathers to remember and honour the missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls. Started 30 years ago as a mother mourned her daughter who was murdered on Powell Street, the annual event winds through the neighbourhood stopping at places where women were last seen or
- [Reconciliation Hearts (Burnaby, BC, Canada)](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/reconciliation-hearts-burnaby-bc-canada/) - This workshop blends fabric art, learning about Indigenous issues, and gift-making. Participants will explore Indigenous truth and reconciliation and make fabric hearts for donating to the Indian Residential School Survivors Society. For more information, visit their website or follow them on Facebook and Instagram @Strideburnabyarts. Sign up HERE
- [Downtown Eastside Youth Outreach Team](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/downtown-eastside-youth-outreach-team/) - Referral form Youth DTES Substance use services - Copy
- [World Wetland Day Webinar](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/world-wetland-day-webinar/) - Cost: Free Location: Online via Zoom Did you know that wetlands are one of Canada's most imperiled and vital ecosystems? It is estimated that nearly 64% of the world’s wetlands have disappeared since 1990. Wetlands provide several vital “ecosystem services'' to humans, including improving water quality (through filtration), reducing the impacts of floods (by storing
- [Introduction to Indigenous Oral Tradition and Anti-colonial Oral Histories](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/introduction-to-indigenous-oral-tradition-and-anti-colonial-oral-histories/) - In this workshop, they will think about how to take an intentionally anti-colonial or indigenizing approach to the planning, execution and presentation of oral history. Attendees will consider how certain stories are told, the questions asked, and the additional information used to supplement the narratives, ensuring that the stories amplify, empower the people that share
- [Moving from Intergenerational Violence to Healthy Indigenous Pathways-Panel](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/moving-from-intergenerational-violence-to-healthy-indigenous-pathways-panel/) - This is a 4-part workshop series culminating in a panel on February 10th designed for CIAFV members and other frontline service providers. This session will be guided through oral teachings on Fri, 10 February 2023, from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM MST. The teachings will be provided outlining the cultural understanding of natural laws and
- [NAAG - Nisga'a Alcoholic Anonymous Gathering](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/naag-nisgaa-alcoholic-anonymous-gathering/) - Nisga'a Ts'amiks Vancouver Society's Substance Abuse and Addictions Support (SUAP) team is made up of two staff members that facilitate and manage support for members who struggle with substance abuse, youth and adult addictions and intervention programs. If you would like to make an appointment or speak to someone from their SUAP Team, please call
- [PAFNW Language Circle Advanced Ojibway Classes with Monica Benson](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/2551/) - PAFNW Language Circle has opened their registration for Advanced Ojibway Classes with Monica Benson Here are the dates: April 18, 2023-May 18, 2023 April 18, 20, 25, 27 May 02, 04, 09, 11, 16, 18, 2023 Please ontact manager.languages@pafnw.ca if you have any questions. Registration Closes May 01, 2023 With Zoom Host Vanessa
- [Indigenous Resilience Festival](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/indigenous-resilience-festival/) - This is a free community event at the Rotary Centre for the Arts on Sunday, March 26th for the Indigenous Resilience Festival. The Indigenous Resilience Festival will showcase Indigenous Elders, youth, leaders, artists, and entrepreneurs sharing knowledge on their challenges that lead to triumphs. You can expect to witness a variety of indigenous excellence
- [Baby, Baby, Baby! Literary Readings on Children, Caretaking, and the Future](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/baby-baby-baby-literary-readings-on-children-caretaking-and-the-future/) - Baby, Baby, Baby! Join hosts Micah Killjoy and Nara Monteiro for a stunning lineup of memoir, fiction, and poetry from Devon Borkowski, Suzanne Manizza Roszak, Hana Mason, Jacqueline Willcocks, and Aila Omar. Browse the work of cover artist Lisa LaRose and issue artist Otilia Sabina as their fellow contributors share their writing from Room Magazine
- [Indigenous Stewardship Night | IMPAC5 Ocean Fest Speaker Series](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/indigenous-stewardship-night-impac5-ocean-fest-speaker-series/) - Join them at Tuesday, January 24, at Native Education College to learn about Indigenous-led stewardship and conservation! IMPAC5 – the 5th International Marine Protected Area Congress – is being held in Vancouver this February. Ocean experts and leaders from around the world will exchange stories and science-backed solutions to protect marine ecosystems for a healthier
- [Native Education College Open House](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/native-education-college-open-house/) - Are you someone interested in continuing your education? Native Education College is hosting an open house this February 8th. Visit them in person from 12:40 to 5PM and gain academic advice, food, entertainment, $1,000 in #NEC tuition prizes, and time to create new connections! Event Schedule: 1:00 PM - Indigenous Adult Basic Education 1:20
- [Indigenous Principles for Startups](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/indigenous-principles-for-startups/) - This interactive session provides an understanding of Indigenous principles and the importance of relationships and connectivity for building meaningful businesses. Discover Indigenous business models and new pathways to doing business outside traditional ones. Who Should Attend Founders/Co-founders of small businesses and aspiring entrepreneurs wanting to create a social impact and/or have a sustainability approach to
- [ONLINE: Indigenous Voices: An Evening of Poetry & Conversation](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/online-indigenous-voices-an-evening-of-poetry-conversation/) - Join them virtually on January 17 for a livestream of an evening of poetry and conversation with four Indigenous Washington poets. Laura Da’ (Eastern Shawnee), Rena Priest (Lummi, current Washington State Poet Laureate), Cedar Sigo (Suquamish), and Arianne True (Choctaw, Chickasaw) will read selections from their work and speak about poetry and the world through
- [Documentary “Emerging Ancestors”opening](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/documentary-emerging-ancestorsopening/) - The Vancouver Arts Colloquium Society (VACS) seeks to research and engage with arts co-creation in the local Vancouver community and beyond. This Friday, January 13th, the documentary “Emerging Ancestors” happening between 6 Pm to 9PM at 181 Roundhouse Mews, Metro Vancouver, is free for registration. The documentary is an examination of the ways in which
- [Practice Guidance to Improve Cancer Screening Care for First Nations Families](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/practice-guidance-to-improve-cancer-screening-care-for-first-nations-families-a-focus-on-cultural-safety-and-tailored-resources-with-dr-kelsey-louie-and-dr-unjali-malhotra/) - Join this session to learn more about cancer service gaps impacting First Nations in BC and how primary and community health care providers can work towards improving screening care and access. Discussion will focus on culturally safe practice guidance for screening and diagnostic follow up, making space to talk about wholistic care needs, and an
- [Aboriginal Business coffee connections](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/aboriginal-business-coffee-connections/) - Join Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business for the first Coffee Connection of 2023 on January 12th, at 1pm EST. Get your coffee and settle in for a candid update and discussion on current accomplishments, events, and issues in the world of Indigenous business. Sign up through Eventbrite.
- [](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/2526/) - First Nations Health Authority Deadline extended for Gathering Our Voices Artisan Market Place, Entertainers + Keynote Speakers, Career and Education Fair and Volunteers! There's still have time to apply and be part of Gathering Our Voices 2023. This event will feature keynote speakers, workshops, a career and education fair, as well as entertainment and an
- [The R2 Resilience Program](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/the-r2-resilience-program/) - BC Council for Families presents The R2 Resilience Program® — developed by Dr. Michael Unger and colleagues at the Resilience Research Centre in Nova Scotia — is a simple research-based framework that helps identify and strengthen protective factors that can build stamina. This lunchtime series will begin with an introduction of the R2 Resilience Program®
- [Canadian Dental Benefits](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/canadian-dental-benefits/) - The Canada Dental Benefit has officially arrived! The interim Canada Dental Benefit is intended to help lower dental costs for eligible families earning less than $90,000 per year. Parents and guardians can apply if the child receiving dental care is under 12 years old and does not have access to a private dental insurance plan. Depending on your
- [Annual New Years Day Nature Walk](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/annual-new-years-day-nature-walk/) - Join Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve Society to ring in the new year with some fresh air on a leisurely guided walk around the Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve followed by hot drinks & cookies! This event is FREE and guided by the staff of the Nature Reserve! Register here: https://www.chilliwackblueheron.com/.../FREE-Event-Annual...
- [Nurturing Our Spirit Parenting Circle](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/nurturing-our-spirit-parenting-circle/) - January 19 – March 23, 2023 | 9 weeks Every Thursday 11am – 1PM Location: 2716 Sunridge Way NE & Online The program offerings acknowledge and integrate Indigenous cultural teachings from our Elders and Knowledge Keepers that span over centuries. It is an intrinsic part of nurturing identity and purpose for the next generation—our children,
- [Puddle Jumpers](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/puddle-jumpers-2/) - Puddle Jumpers Join us every Monday this fall to meet others in an outdoor social environment while the little ones (0-6 Years Old) play with fun toys like balls, hula hoops and more! This will be followed by a fun circle and story-time in the park. Details: No registration required, drop-in program Mondays, September 26
- [The Trade Accelerator Program: Indigenous Cohort.](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/the-trade-accelerator-program-indigenous-cohort/) - Greater Vancouver Board of Trade and World Trade Centre Vancouver are hosting the Accelerator Program: Indigenous Cohort. The Trade Accelerator Program (TAP) has a proven track record of helping SMEs to TAP into their full export potential. This cohort is specifically designed for Indigenous-owned or led businesses. Just six months after graduating from
- [Breakfast with Elder & Santa](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/breakfast-with-elder-santa/) - Join Britannia this Saturday, December 17, for their Breakfast with Elders & Santa. This free intergenerational family event takes place from 10am-12:30pm in Gym D. All are welcome. Please RVSP or share your interest through this link to support this event: Breakfast with Elders & Santa | Facebook Breakfast includes pancakes, plantains, sausages, and rice
- [Plaiting Stories: Reflections on Indigenous Networks](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/plaiting-stories-reflections-on-indigenous-networks/) - "Plaiting Stories: Reflections on Indigenous Networks" is hosted by UBC this Friday from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM PST. Ticket Link: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/plaiting-stories-reflections-on-indigenous-networks-tickets-474509880827 #Indigenous #FirstNations #Aboriginal #free #workshop
- [Hydrogen Energy Workshop (Virtual)](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/hydrogen-energy-workshop-virtual/) - Join the conversation to learn more about hydrogen energy, and opportunities for Indigenous communities across BC! The workshop happens on Tuesday, January 31st, 2023, from 10 AM to 12:30PM (PST) Please email Mark Blom at Mark. blom@fnemc.ca for registration. A link to the zoom call will be shared with individuals that have emailed interest in
- [](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/2429/) - Indspire is offering Bursaries & Scholarship opportunities for Indigenous youth going into Post-Secondary Education and Skilled Trades. Just one application grants you access to hundreds of fantastic funding opportunities for university, college, or trades school. The deadline for application is Nov 1st. Their official website is : Indspire | A richer life for Indigenous youth
- [](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/2427/) - UBC is hosting another webinar that is open to everyone. This month's webinar, "Building the Yunesit’in Quen (Fire) Stewardship Program: Insights from the Field, " will offer insights from speakers William Nikolakism, an assistant professor at UBC, and Russell Myers Ross, Chief of Yunesit’in Government Date: Wednesday, October 12th, 2022 (PST) Time: 10 a.m. to
- [18th annual #InclusionArtShow](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/18th-annual-inclusionartshow/)
- [Employment & Training Fair](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/employment-training-fair/) - The TWN Skills Centre is hosting an Employment & Training Fair event! This career fair will offer information on upcoming programs, current job openings, and other tools for success in your career. There are even door prizes, gift cards, and baskets to be given to participants of this event!
- [Arts BC Conference 2022](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/arts-bc-conference-2022/) - Arts BC invite you to join them from October 13th to 15th at their partnering host locations: Kwantlen Polytechnic University and Richmond Cultural Centre to share responsive ideas around the changing landscape in the BC arts sector today. It is a time of transformation, experimentation, and innovation! Come be part of this defining moment as
- [IRSSS Fundraiser](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/irsss-fundraiser/) - PAFNW Dwellers Music Showcase is hosting an important event on Fri, Sept 30th at The Anza Club, Mount Pleasant, on the unceded, traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations. They will be acknowledging the enormous importance of The National Day For Truth and Reconciliation by hosting a fundraiser for the
- [Tales of X̱wáy̓x̱way](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/tales-of-x̱way̓x̱way-2/) - Join Providence Health Care on a Saturday in September for storytelling, weaving and medicine walks to learn about the history of the Village of X̱wáy̓x̱way. Walks will be led by Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) Knowledge Keepers T’uy’t’tanat Cease Wyss or Senaqwila Wyss, and Knowledge Keepers from xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ (Tsleil-Waututh). The event is
- [Tales of X̱wáy̓x̱way](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/tales-of-x̱way̓x̱way/) - Join Providence Health Care on a Saturday in September for storytelling, weaving and medicine walks to learn about the history of the Village of X̱wáy̓x̱way. Walks will be led by Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) Knowledge Keepers T’uy’t’tanat Cease Wyss or Senaqwila Wyss, and Knowledge Keepers from xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ (Tsleil-Waututh). The event is
- [Raven Spirit Dance Society Annual General Meeting](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/2368/) - Raven Spirit Dance Society is hosting a their annual general meeting online through Zoom. Free for all community members including, not limited to (artists, audience members, workshop participants, arts workers...) Time: 5PM (PST) Date: September 9th Location: Zoom A Zoom link will be sent to those who RSVP through emailing info@ravenspiritdance.com or by using the
- [Conversational Circle with Kokum Dorothy Visser](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/conversational-circle-with-kokum-dorothy-visser-4/) - PAFNW Language Circle is hosting a Conversational Circle with Kokum Dorothy Visser for all Indigenous individuals wishing to learn or develop their fluency in the Indigenous language of Cree/Nehiyawewin. To sign up please visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScocPs6gBKvG5csRzf87LM645Alc1x4XA35NoaXLEmTZ_z1dA/viewform
- [Conversational Circle with Kokum Dorothy Visser](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/conversational-circle-with-kokum-dorothy-visser-3/) - PAFNW Language Circle is hosting a Conversational Circle with Kokum Dorothy Visser for all Indigenous individuals wishing to learn or develop their fluency in the Indigenous language of Cree/Nehiyawewin. Sign up for the Conversation Circle: http://ow.ly/WZHS50KtBjf
- [Conversational Circle with Kokum Dorothy Visser](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/conversational-circle-with-kokum-dorothy-visser-2/) - PAFNW Language Circle is hosting a Conversational Circle with Kokum Dorothy Visser for all Indigenous individuals wishing to learn or develop their fluency in the Indigenous language of Cree/Nehiyawewin. Sign up for the Conversation Circle: http://ow.ly/WZHS50KtBjf
- [Conversational Circle with Kokum Dorothy Visser](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/conversational-circle-with-kokum-dorothy-visser/) - PAFNW Language Circle is hosting a Conversational Circle with Kokum Dorothy Visser for all Indigenous individuals wishing to learn or develop their fluency in the Indigenous language of Cree/Nehiyawewin. Sign up for the Conversation Circle: http://ow.ly/WZHS50KtBjf
- [Nisga'a Ts'amiks Vancouver Society Orange Shirt Day](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/nisgaa-tsamiks-vancouver-society-orange-shirt-day/) - Nisga'a Ts'amiks Vancouver Society is currently looking for volunteers or anyone interested in participating in Orange Shirt day. Where they honor the children who survived the Indian Residential Schools and remember those that didn't. Before the day of the event, September 30th, they need to prepare and are currently looking for volunteers or anyone interesting
- [](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/2366/) - Nisga'a Ts'amiks Vancouver Society is currently looking for volunteers or anyone interested in participating in Orange Shirt day. Where they honor the children who survived the Indian Residential Schools and remember those that didn't. Before the day of the event, September 30th, they need to prepare and are currently looking for volunteers or anyone interested
- [](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/2343/) - Vancouver Writers Fest is hosting a celebration Namwayut—We Are All One: A Pathway to Reconciliation in collaboration with Chief Robert Joseph, a globally recognized peacebuilder. Chief Robert Joseph is known for his contribution to reconciliation, with multiple honorary degrees and awards. This event is an excellent opportunity to listen to his legacy, advocacy, and wisdom
- [CANADA DIGITAL ADOPTION PROGRAM](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/canada-digital-adoption-program/) - Eligibility Criteria: Eligible businesses must be small and meet all the following criteria: The business must be at least 51% owned and controlled by an Indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) person/persons; A for-profit business (including for-profit social enterprises and cooperatives); A registered or incorporated business; A consumer-facing business; A business that can be accessed
- [Wildplay Youth Outing](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/wildplay-youth-outing/) - Lower Fraser Valley Aboriginal Society is having a Wildplay Youth Outing! This is a free event for self-Identifying Indigenous youth ages 12-24 at the Wildplay Adventure Park in Maple Ridge. Registration is required as spots are limited! See poster or website for more details: http://ow.ly/6TEW50KiU0q
- [Youth Night at Maclean Park](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/youth-night-at-maclean-park/) - Heads up Kílala Lelum Health Centre are doing youth night for the rest of the month of August at Maclean park ☀️ Come hang out on Thursdays from 5:30 - 7:30 🙂 If you have any questions feel free to reach out to Taylor or Tristan of the culture wellness team. Taylor.koble@uihhc.ca Tristan.henry@uihhc.ca
- [Indigenous Syrian Community Connection Night](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/indigenous-syrian-community-connection-night/) - In collaboration with Immigration Refugees and Citizenship Canada and Mount Pleasant Neighbourhood House, The REACH Community Health Centre are excited to host an Indigenous and Syrian cross-cultural event. Registration is limited so contact Inas this week to save your spot: ilasheen@reachcentre.bc.ca. They will provide childcare on-site for your little ones! Official Website: http://ow.ly/nCRp50KcSaI
- [West Coast Family Nights](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/west-coast-family-nights-3/) - Fraser River Indigenous Society have extended West Coast Family Night until August 31st. Happening every Wednesday from 6PM to 9PM, located at 857 Malkin Ave, East Vancouver. Attendees to bring their own chairs. Official Website: https://www.frisociety.ca/
- [West Coast Family Nights](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/west-coast-family-nights-2/) - Fraser River Indigenous Society have extended West Coast Family Night until August 31st. Happening every Wednesday from 6PM to 9PM, located at 857 Malkin Ave, East Vancouver. Attendees to bring their own chairs. Official Website: https://www.frisociety.ca/
- [West Coast Family Nights](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/west-coast-family-nights/) - Fraser River Indigenous Society have extended West Coast Family Night until August 31st. Happening every Wednesday from 6PM to 9PM, located at 857 Malkin Ave, East Vancouver. Attendees to bring their own chairs. Official Website: https://www.frisociety.ca/
- [Free Food Safety Certificate Program](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/free-food-safety-certificate-program/) - Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre Society is offering a Free Food Safety Certificate Program. Start time at 9 am- 5 pm on August 12th, 2022. To register, comment your email below their Facebook post accessible here: http://ow.ly/EZre50KcYYH
- [Mind Control & Colonization - Part 2](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/mind-control-colonization-part-2/) - Join with First Nations Child and Family Caring Society of Canada on August 10 at 11AM MDT / 1PM EDT for their second conversation with Dr. Cindy Blackstock and Dr. Steven Hassan about mind control and colonization. Register for the event here: http://ow.ly/epta50KcSAH Read the Part II Information Sheet here: http://ow.ly/lRty50KcSAG... Watch Dr. Cindy Blackstock's
- [DigitalWORKS by ETHOS Career Management Group](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/digitalworks-by-ethos-career-management-group/) - DigitalWORKS by ETHOS Career Management Group is a FREE program for youth aged 17-29 that want to sharpen their digital skills, get help creating and polishing their resumes and cover letters, finetuning their online presence and interview skills. This also helps with career exploration, communication and can provide short-term training, job starts and transportation help.
- [Supporting Urban Indigenous Housing in the Kootenays](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/supporting-urban-indigenous-housing-in-the-kootenays/) - Aboriginal Housing Management Assn’s long term vision is for every Indigenous community to access and reclaim their inherent rights to housing. Join them on July 25th in Cranbrook for a special opportunity to collectively demonstrate the importance of Indigenous community led housing. Read the full housing strategy: https://bit.ly/3c6ym37
- [Hlúlú Family Drop-in](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/hlulu-family-drop-in/) - Hlulu Family Drop-In: At the Park! Wednesday & Friday 9 AM - 12 PM starting Friday July 22nd 2022 Register on Spirit of the Children Society's website: https://sotcs.ca/referrals/
- [Brentwood Block Party](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/brentwood-block-party/) - Brentwood Block Parties will be popping up at 2150 Alpha Avenue, Burnaby from 11am-6pm on Saturdays and Sundays and 4pm-10pm on Friday! The free community event will be held over three weekends in July and August, with family friendly activities, food trucks, and market vendors! Learn more: https://brentwoodblock.com/news/brentwood-block-parties-presented-by-grosvenor/
- [Garden Work Party](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/garden-work-party-2/) - P'ipa:m Lelum Garden expansion is in good progress! Now, Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House need your help to build the garden together! Join their work party on either or both of the 2 Wednesdays, July 20th & 27th, from 10am -12pm @ 2690 Grant Street Vancouver Click here to sign-up: http://ow.ly/Me3U50JXbbZ Or, let Jessie know! 604-813-3857
- [Court Nights](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/court-nights/) - Join New West Youth Services for their Court Nights! There will be music, treats, and chances to win! Put in some work then hang out for a BBQ back at the Youth Centre. The details: New West Youth Centre & Moody Park Outdoor Court Fridays, 5:00 - 8:00 pm July 29, August 12 & 26
- [Garden Work Party](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/garden-work-party/) - P'ipa:m Lelum Garden expansion is in good progress! Now, Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House need your help to build the garden together! Join their work party on either or both of the 2 Wednesdays, July 20th & 27th, from 10am -12pm @ 2690 Grant Street Vancouver Click here to sign-up: http://ow.ly/Me3U50JXbbZ Or, let Jessie know! 604-813-3857
- [Progressive Aboriginal Relations Webinar](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/progressive-aboriginal-relations-webinar/) - The next Progressive Aboriginal Relations™ (PAR) webinar is on July 13th. Join Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business from 12:00pm - 1:30pm EST to learn more about how the PAR program can help your business. To register, contact Victoria Prue at par@ccab.com.
- [Youth Basketball Camp](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/youth-basketball-camp/) - To kick off summer, Nisga'a Ts'amiks Vancouver Society have teamed up with The Vancouver Basketball Foundation™ and I·SPARC to deliver a free Youth Basketball Camp for Ts'amiks youth (age 8-15). The basketball camp will take place from July 4 to July 7, 2022 at Nash Family Courts within the PNE Fairgrounds. The camp encourages young
- [Women’s Craft Night](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/womens-craft-night-2/) - Kw'umut Lelum are calling all Women! Time to get crafty and make your own or gifted bath bomb, candle, and more. There are limited spots so be sure to register today! To register contact: kseymour@kwumut.org | (250)-591-0933
- [Women's Craft Night](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/womens-craft-night/) - Kw'umut Lelum are calling all Women! Time to get crafty and make your own or gifted bath bomb, candle, and more. There are limited spots so be sure to register today!
- [Outdoor Movie Night - The Lion King](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/outdoor-movie-night-the-lion-king/) - Did you know that you and your family can watch movies on the big screen outdoors on summer evenings for FREE!? VANCOUVER 📅 Beginning Tuesday, July 5 More Info: http://www.summercinema.ca/
- [Medicine Walk](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/medicine-walk-2/) - Indigenous women and 2-Spirit People are invited to join this Medicine Walk event in beautiful Stanley Park. Don't miss it! June 11th from 12:00pm to 3:00pm June 24th from 4:00pm to 7:00pm Complete the survey & register now: tinyurl.com/IWRTales
- [Medicine Walk](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/medicine-walk/) - Indigenous women and 2-Spirit People are invited to join this Medicine Walk event in beautiful Stanley Park. Don't miss it! June 11th from 12:00pm to 3:00pm June 24th from 4:00pm to 7:00pm Complete the survey & register now: tinyurl.com/IWRTales
- [Baby & Me](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/baby-me/) - Join Westcoast Family Centres' drop-in group Baby & Me! This group gives parents with children 0-2 years old the opportunity to connect with other parents, learn songs and rhymes, and gain important knowledge about their baby's development. WFC Tri-Cities Office in Port Coquitlam Every Monday and Wednesday in June, and every Wednesday in July 12:30 PM
- [Indigenous Art Contest](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/indigenous-art-contest/) - Calling All Creatives - EXTENSION! Deadline for Fraser Region Aboriginal Friendship Centre Association - FRAFCA's ongoing art contest has been moved to June 15 2022. Send in your submissions to - maddy.reilly@frafca.org Be sure to include your contact information.
- [Art Therapy Open Studio](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/art-therapy-open-studio/) - ART THERAPY OPEN STUDIO Stopping The Violence by Atira Women's Resource Society will be hosting this 5-week series between 2-3:30pm on Tuesdays from June 21st. Join facilitator Alexia to express yourself through exploring, creating and connecting in our safe space. To register, email stv@atira.bc.ca or call 604-331-1407 ext. 107.
- [Traditional Parenting Practices](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/traditional-parenting-practices/) - Learn about traditional Moss Bag Teachings from Cree Elder Dorothy Visser, in this first #TraditionalParenting session! Thursday, June 06 1:30 - 2:30 PM (PT) Zoom: ahsabc.com/jun09 Moss bags continue the sense of security of a mother's womb and are wrapped with care for the mother to carry close to her. Moss bags help children closely
- [Bringing Tradition Home](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/bringing-tradition-home/) - Attention urban Indigenous families of Vancouver Tracy and Cindy will be co-facilitating Bringing Tradition Home at IEY located at Phil Bouvier Family Centre. Free program with access to child minding lunch and bus tickets. Space is filling if you are interested in registering please feel free to email or text Cindy Pete Aboriginal Infant Development
- [Textile Thursdays](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/textile-thursdays/) - Join Vancouver Aboriginal Health Society's Textile Thursdays workshops to create unique, empowering cultural items. Elders and Knowledge Keepers will help you build your sewing skills while sharing the ceremonial roles and teachings behind these creations. Whether you've never used a sewing machine before or you've been sewing for years, these workshops are for you.
- [In-person Expressive Art Workshop for Suicide Loss Survivors](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/in-person-expressive-art-workshop-for-suicide-loss-survivors/) - Event Timing: June 11th, 2022 @ 10am to 12pm Pacific Time Event Address: The Crisis Centre of BC - 763 E Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5T 1X8 Contact: bereavement@crisiscentre.bc.ca In this in-person, guided intermodal expressive arts therapy workshop, participants will
- [Gathering for Connecting & Learning for Suicide Loss Survivors](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/gathering-for-connecting-learning-for-suicide-loss-survivors/) - Gathering for Connecting & Learning for Suicide Loss Survivors When: May 25th, 2022 @ 7:00pm to 8:30pm Pacific Time Losing a significant other to suicide is most often challenging and isolating. Creating new connections and finding oneself within a community of others who may understand your grieving process can be essential. In this online gathering
- [DTES Neighbourhood House Kids Kitchen Program](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/dtes-neighbourhood-house-kids-kitchen-program/) - Downtown Eastside Neighbourhood House Kids Kitchen program is returning for a Free 8 Week session for kids aged 6-12. Program runs every Sunday until July 3rd. Please take note that the program time has changed to 12pm–2:30pm. For more information or to register, please contact Shaista at kidskitchen@dtesnhouse.ca or 778-707-3319.
- [Sho Sho Esquiro: Doctrine of Discovery](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/sho-sho-esquiro-doctrine-of-discovery/) - What: The Canadian premiere exhibition of Sho Sho Esquiro: Doctrine of Discovery is a solo exhibition by the award-winning designer, artist, and activist. The meticulously crafted couture gowns, textiles, paintings and photographs celebrate the beauty, strength and resilience of First Nations communities in the face of historical and ongoing trauma. The exhibition aims to spark
- [Studio Ghibli Night](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/studio-ghibli-night/) - Make sure to join BYRC at their first Studio Ghibli viewing night! Watch Kiki's Delivery Service on Friday, May 20th in BYRC!
- [ISC Cultural Connections: Beading – Crafting Circle](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/isc-cultural-connections-beading-crafting-circle-2/) - Cultural Connections is an opportunity for Indigenous SFU students and ISC staff to connect and engage with cultural, artistic, and wellness activities. From casual gatherings where students can share their own artistic projects to facilitated workshops, the ISC provides materials and supplies to promote cultural and artistic practice and bring balance to the busy student
- [Cultural Cooking With and Elder](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/cultural-cooking-with-and-elder-2/) - Langley Youth Hub is very excited to share they will be running a cultural cooking program with an Indigenous Elder, Indigenous Child and Youth Mental Health and the Langley Youth Hub. Learn life skills on budgeting, cooking, grocery shopping and so much more! The program begins May 11th and will run for 6 sessions on
- [Cultural Cooking With and Elder](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/cultural-cooking-with-and-elder/) - Langley Youth Hub is very excited to share they will be running a cultural cooking program with an Indigenous Elder, Indigenous Child and Youth Mental Health and the Langley Youth Hub. Learn life skills on budgeting, cooking, grocery shopping and so much more! The program begins May 11th and will run for 6 sessions on
- [ISC Cultural Connections: Beading - Crafting Circle](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/isc-cultural-connections-beading-crafting-circle/) - Cultural Connections is an opportunity for Indigenous SFU students and ISC staff to connect and engage with cultural, artistic, and wellness activities. From casual gatherings where students can share their own artistic projects to facilitated workshops, the ISC provides materials and supplies to promote cultural and artistic practice and bring balance to the busy student
- [Red Road Recovery Support Group](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/red-road-recovery-support-group/) - Join Spirit of the Children Society: Addictions & Family Development Program for their weekly Red Road Recovery Support Group happening every Wednesday Night! Register by calling 604-524-9113 or 236-863-9232 Location: 201-768 Columbia Street New Westminster, BC V3M 1B4
- [Comic Book Day](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/comic-book-day/) - Come to this FREE Comic Book Day on Saturday, May 7th! In Partnership with Heroes For Sale, Fraser Valley Regional Library is happy to participate in this annual outreach initiative of the North American Comic Book Industry, so that they can bring new comics to customers across the Fraser Valley and for FREE! Visit
- [PAFNW Supporting Families Of MMIWG](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/pafnw-supporting-families-of-mmiwg/) - Pacific Association of First Nations Women (PAFNW Language - Cree) is hosting a Zoom gathering, May 05, 2022 from 6-8pm. May 05, 2022, PAFNW will host a Zoom gathering from 6:00-8:00 pm. Char Leon will be a guest and she will speak of the work she does with PAFNW MMIWG2S. Then they will have
- [Aboriginal Parent-Child Mother Goose](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/aboriginal-parent-child-mother-goose-4/) - Indigenous Early Years is proud to present Aboriginal Parent-Child mother goose with Cindy, Lorinda & Ramona your AIDP workers. Please note the change of date. Registration is required as slots are limited please include your name , phone number and any allergies in the email: ramona.iey@vahs.life
- [Aboriginal Parent-Child Mother Goose](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/aboriginal-parent-child-mother-goose-3/) - Indigenous Early Years is proud to present Aboriginal Parent-Child mother goose with Cindy, Lorinda & Ramona your AIDP workers. Please note the change of date. Registration is required as slots are limited please include your name , phone number and any allergies in the email: ramona.iey@vahs.life
- [Aboriginal Parent-Child Mother Goose](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/aboriginal-parent-child-mother-goose-2/) - Indigenous Early Years is proud to present Aboriginal Parent-Child mother goose with Cindy, Lorinda & Ramona your AIDP workers. Please note the change of date. Registration is required as slots are limited please include your name , phone number and any allergies in the email: ramona.iey@vahs.life
- [Aboriginal Parent-Child Mother Goose](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/aboriginal-parent-child-mother-goose/) - Indigenous Early Years is proud to present Aboriginal Parent-Child mother goose with Cindy, Lorinda & Ramona your AIDP workers. Please note the change of date. Registration is required as slots are limited please include your name , phone number and any allergies in the email: ramona.iey@vahs.life
- [Providence in the Park](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/providence-in-the-park/) - Everyone is welcome to join the 2022 Providence in the Park Event, on Saturday April 30 11:00am-1:00pm at Oppenheimer Park. Health and wellness resources as well as the Bike Repair Clinic will be onsite. Indigenous Wellness and Reconciliation – Community Building Carnegie Centre – Beverage cart, regular programming in the Park, barber services St John
- [Earth Day Celebration](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/earth-day-celebration/) - Families with children 0-6 are invited to join the Story Blanket program and Family Navigator program for Earth Day activities. Including planting, crafts, learning about the environment, and teachings from Elder Colleen Pierre! To register contact Kathleen at storyblanket@frisociety.ca or Natalie at familynav@familyed.ca Organized by: Fraser River Indigenous Society
- [Walking as One](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/walking-as-one/) - Join Together We Can - Addiction Recovery & Education Society's speakers from Winnepeg as they share stories and how to support Indigenous persons as they move to urban environments and build a life in recovery. This FREE one-day event includes lunch and has limited spaces available. When: Saturday, April 23rd from 9:00am - 4:00pm Register
- [Family Play Time](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/family-play-time/) - Join South Vancouver Family Drop-in Program for their Family Play Time sessions every Wednesday! This is a FREE drop-in program for children aged 0-6 and their families to build connections while enjoying songs, play, art, stories, and learning exploration! See poster for more information on time and location.
- [Microsoft Excel Level 2 Workshop](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/microsoft-excel-level-2-workshop/) - Naut'sa mawt Tribal Council is excited to offer Microsoft Excel Level 2 online training for our Member Nations' staff! This is the follow-up workshop for those who have completed the Level 1 workshop from February earlier this year. Facilitated by Vancouver Island Works Project *For Member Nations' staff who wish to take this workshop but
- [Family Recovery Social](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/family-recovery-social/) - In partnership with Family Recovery Society, the team at Together We Can hosted the first of a monthly series of events for families in recovery, the Family Recovery Social. They are excited for their next event on Saturday April 16th! Join them at Sapperton Pensioners Hall for some fun easter related activities for the kids,
- [Health Benefits 101 Virtual Session](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/health-benefits-101-virtual-session/) - Urban First Nations are invited to meet the First Nations Health Authority Community Relations Representative Joyce Kenoras and learn about all six areas of First Nations Health Benefits. Happening on April 15th, 12:00pm-1:00pm. Kindly refer to the image for more information.
- [Canoe Cultures :: Ho’-ku-melh](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/canoe-cultures-ho-ku-melh/) - The work of 20 Indigenous artists and carvers alongside historical images and information tells the story of the resilience and strength of Indigenous peoples through the war canoe and all it represents. Curated by Indigenous artist and cultural historian Roxanne Charles. The exhibition runs until July 3rd. Ticket Prices are $13.50 for adults and $11
- [Vision Board Making With Ryme](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/vision-board-making-with-ryme/) - Kílala Lelum Health Centre is hosting a couple events this month! If you want to sign up for a workshop or ask any questions, feel free to email their culture wellness team: Jessic.foy@uihhc.ca, Taylor.koble@uihhc.ca, tristan.henry@uihhc.ca
- [Ribbon Skirt Making With Amanda](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/ribbon-skirt-making-with-amanda/) - Kílala Lelum Health Centre is hosting a couple events this month! If you want to sign up for a workshop or ask any questions, feel free to email their culture wellness team: Jessic.foy@uihhc.ca, Taylor.koble@uihhc.ca, tristan.henry@uihhc.ca
- [Zine Making with Ryme](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/zine-making-with-ryme/) - Kílala Lelum Health Centre is hosting a couple events this month! If you want to sign up for a workshop or ask any questions, feel free to email their culture wellness team: Jessic.foy@uihhc.ca, Taylor.koble@uihhc.ca, tristan.henry@uihhc.ca
- [Stick Games](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/stick-games/) - Kílala Lelum Health Centre is hosting a couple events this month! If you want to sign up for a workshop or ask any questions, feel free to email their culture wellness team: Jessic.foy@uihhc.ca, Taylor.koble@uihhc.ca, tristan.henry@uihhc.ca
- [Circle of Security Parenting Program](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/circle-of-security-parenting-program/) - Spirit of the Children Society is offering a Circle of Security FREE 8-week Parenting Program! the program will begin on April 7th to May 26th. Kindly register by calling Robie Brown at 604-524-9113 #parentingprogram #parentsupport #parentingchildren #vancouverbc
- [Indigenous Storytelling/Theatre Workshop](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/indigenous-storytelling-theatre-workshop/) - Connections Community Services Society are hosting Indigenous Storytelling/Theatre workshops starting April 5, 2022. Ages 14 & Up. All classes held at Connections Community Service Society offices. Contact Jack at: jack.horne@ccssociety.ca or 604-218-5592
- [Traditional Inuit Throat Singing](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/traditional-inuit-throat-singing/) - Listen in as Charlotte and Abigail share traditional Inuit throat singing songs, stories, and history organized by Aboriginal Head Start Association of British Columbia. Wednesday, April 06 1:15 - 2:15 PM (PT) Zoom Link: www.ahsabc.com/apr06 Throat singing is a game typically played by Inuit women, which often ends in laughter. The duo will sing traditional
- [Pedestrian Safety](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/pedestrian-safety/) - If you’d like to join Indigenous Early Years on April 4 please register with Tracy Mclean: tracy.iey@vahs.life or you can call at 604-363-9627 They will need to know numbers so that they can place an order for lunch! Excited to see families in the building again!
- [Pow Wow Yoga](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/pow-wow-yoga/) - Join Aboriginal Head Start Association of British Columbia to get unwind at the end of the day with Pow Wow steps and relaxing yoga movements with Shyama-Priya! Thursday, Mar. 31 6:30-7:30 PM (PT) Zoom Link: www.ahsabc.com/mar31 Using easy yoga movements, Shyama-Priya will introduce the drumbeat and show how to do the basic intertribal steps
- [Hide Rattles with Elder Allen (Part 2)](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/hide-rattles-with-elder-allen-part-2/) - Vancouver Aboriginal Health Society's cultural program is hosting some exciting special events this month! To ensure that we have space and supplies for everyone, please register in advance for these events. contact Jackie Hans at culturalcoordinator@vahs.life to register. *Must attend both days*
- [Hide Rattles with Elder Allen (Part 1)](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/hide-rattles-with-elder-allen/) - Vancouver Aboriginal Health Society's cultural program is hosting some exciting special events this month! To ensure that we have space and supplies for everyone, please register in advance for these events. contact Jackie Hans at culturalcoordinator@vahs.life to register. *Must attend both days*
- [Spring Solstice & Pipe Ceremony](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/spring-solstice-pipe-ceremony/) - Vancouver Aboriginal Health Society's cultural program is hosting some exciting special events this month! To ensure that we have space and supplies for everyone, please register in advance for these events. contact Jackie Hans at culturalcoordinator@vahs.life to register.
- [Virtual Vietnamese Cooking Session](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/virtual-vietnamese-cooking-session/) - Do you want to learn how to make some tasty Vietnamese dishes? YES CHEF! will be making some cha gio (fried spring rolls) on March 18th. Youth who are 16-30 years old and are Permanent Residents or Convention Refugees can join Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House for this free virtual session! Farsi interpretation and support
- [Virtual Youth Drop-in Career Advising](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/virtual-youth-drop-in-career-advising/) - Beginning March 15th, Connections Community Services Society Employment Program will be offering free virtual drop-in services for youth facing barriers to employment and/or education. They'll provide access to their resources, referrals to community partners and enroll those eligible to their Youth Works Program. Date: Beginning Tuesday, March 15th, 2022 Location: Microsoft Teams Time: 2:00-4:00PM
- [Spring Break Family Swim Time](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/spring-break-family-swim-time-2/) - Next week is Spring Break! Instead of regular Family Time, South Vancouver Neighbourhood House will open some Swimming Time next week. Killarney Pool, 10:30AM, Tues Mar 15 and Thurs Mar 17 Registration is OPEN NOW at: https://slotted.co/fdiswim They ask families to register for only one of the days to allow for more
- [Spring Break Family Swim Time](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/spring-break-family-swim-time/) - Next week is Spring Break! Instead of regular Family Time, South Vancouver Neighbourhood House will open some Swimming Time next week. Killarney Pool, 10:30AM, Tues Mar 15 and Thurs Mar 17 Registration is OPEN NOW at: https://slotted.co/fdiswim They ask families to register for only one of the days to allow for more
- [Supporting Parents Along the Road to Kindergarten (3-4 Years Old)](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/supporting-parents-along-the-road-to-kindergarten-3-4-years-old/) - Mark your calendars and join S.P.A.R.K in March! S.P.A.R.K is an FREE online group organized by Westcoast Family Centres where you can reflect with other families on how children learn and grow! This group offers free information and handouts designed to support learning at each age and stage. *Limited spots available! Register today:
- [Supporting Parents Along the Road to Kindergarten (2-3 Years Old)](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/supporting-parents-along-the-road-to-kindergarten-2-3-years-old/) - Mark your calendars and join S.P.A.R.K in March! S.P.A.R.K is an FREE online group organized by Westcoast Family Centres where you can reflect with other families on how children learn and grow! This group offers free information and handouts designed to support learning at each age and stage. *Limited spots available! Register today:
- [Supporting Parents Along the Road to Kindergarten (1-2 Years Old)](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/supporting-parents-along-the-road-to-kindergarten-1-2-years-old/) - Mark your calendars and join S.P.A.R.K in March! S.P.A.R.K is an FREE online group organized by Westcoast Family Centres where you can reflect with other families on how children learn and grow! This group offers free information and handouts designed to support learning at each age and stage. *Limited spots available! Register today:
- [Supporting Parents Along the Road to Kindergarten (0-1 Years Old)](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/supporting-parents-along-the-road-to-kindergarten/) - Mark your calendars and join S.P.A.R.K in March! S.P.A.R.K is an FREE online group organized by Westcoast Family Centres where you can reflect with other families on how children learn and grow! This group offers free information and handouts designed to support learning at each age and stage. *Limited spots available! Register today:
- [Indigenous Youth Rising Conference](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/indigenous-youth-rising-conference/) - The second annual oskaya êkiskwayihtamowin osihcikêwin Indigenous Youth Rising Conference will take place on Wednesday, March 9, 2022. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, programming will be offered in a virtual format, and registration is free for all Indigenous youth across Canada to attend. This one-day conference provides an opportunity for Indigenous youth to
- [2S Sexual Health Education](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/2s-sexual-health-education/) - CALLING ALL 2-SPIRIT YOUTH Join 2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations for this 4 part series, in which they discuss the topics of Sexual Health and Identity. These youth workshops will focus on 4 topics that generally have a lot of stigmatization surrounding them. Their workshops will take a culturally safe approach, by incorporating
- [2S Sexual Health Education](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/2s-sexual-health-education-4/) - CALLING ALL 2-SPIRIT YOUTH Join 2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations for this 4 part series, in which they discuss the topics of Sexual Health and Identity. This youth workshops will focus on 4 topics that generally have a lot of stigmatization surrounding them. Their workshops will take a culturally safe approach, by incorporating
- [2S Sexual Health Education](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/2s-sexual-health-education-3/) - CALLING ALL 2-SPIRIT YOUTH Join 2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations for this 4 part series, in which they discuss the topics of Sexual Health and Identity. This youth workshops will focus on 4 topics that generally have a lot of stigmatization surrounding them. Their workshops will take a culturally safe approach, by incorporating
- [2S Sexual Health Education](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/2s-sexual-health-education-2/) - CALLING ALL 2-SPIRIT YOUTH Join 2-Spirited People of the 1st Nations for this 4 part series, in which they discuss the topics of Sexual Health and Identity. This youth workshops will focus on 4 topics that generally have a lot of stigmatization surrounding them. Their workshops will take a culturally safe approach, by incorporating
- [Puddle Jumpers](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/puddle-jumpers/) - Join Westcoast Family Centres' Puddle Jumpers on Mondays from 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM at Castle Park with your little ones (0-6 years old)! Occurs rain or shine Snacks and beverages included COVID-19 Guidelines apply No Registration Required. *This is a drop-in program*
- [Supporting Children and Youth Who Have Experienced Trauma](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/supporting-children-and-youth-who-have-experienced-trauma/) - Trauma affects children and youth in different ways. As parents and caregivers, supporting your child through these events can be challenging and scary. Join this free webinar by BC Children's Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre as Dr. Julia Gibson, Psychiatrist at BC Children’s Hospital, discusses what trauma is, how to talk to your child
- [Decolonizing Child Welfare Webinar Learning Series](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/decolonizing-child-welfare-webinar-learning-series/) - Please join Native Child & Family Services of Toronto for their 3rd Decolonizing Child Welfare Webinar Learning Series on Friday, February 25th, 2022 at 10AM (PST)! (1:00pm EST) This session focuses on the ongoing services they provide when protection concerns have been verified and when a family’s file remains open to their Child and
- [Handling Uncertainty While Parenting in a Pandemic](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/handling-uncertainty-while-parenting-in-a-pandemic/) - Join Parent Support Services Society of BC via Zoom for their upcoming FREE sessions for anyone in a parenting role: Handling Uncertainty While Parenting in a Pandemic (February 23) Register to receive the meeting link: bit.ly/pssparentingmatters For more info or questions, email kim.brown@parentsupportbc.ca
- [MenTOR Program: Men Transforming Our Relationships](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/mentor-program-men-transforming-our-relationships/) - Kiwassa Neighbourhood House is offering a MenTOR Program that will begin on February 24th from 7-9pm every Thursday for 15-20 weeks online via Zoom. As part of their Family Violence Prevention work and in partnership with W.I.N.G.S (Women in Need of Gaining Strength), Kiwassa will be offering the MenTOR program for men who are
- [Ohpikinawasowin: Growing a Child: Implementing Indigenous Ways of Knowing with Indigenous Families](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/ohpikinawasowin-growing-a-child-implementing-indigenous-ways-of-knowing-with-indigenous-families/) - Join Stephanie Tyler and co-editors of “Ohpikinawasowin: Growing a Child: Implementing Indigenous Ways of Knowing with Indigenous Families” on February 17th noon-2pm. Stephanie Tyler is a third-year PhD candidate with the University of Calgary’s Faculty of Social Work. Her doctoral studies center on decolonizing social work education through the honouring and strengthening of Indigenous
- [Self-Care While Parenting in a Pandemic](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/self-care-while-parenting-in-a-pandemic/) - Join Parent Support Services Society of BC via Zoom for their upcoming FREE sessions for anyone in a parenting role: Self-care While Parenting in a Pandemic (February 16) Handling Uncertainty While Parenting in a Pandemic (February 23) Register to receive the meeting link: bit.ly/pssparentingmatters For more info or questions, email kim.brown@parentsupportbc.ca
- [Pink Shirt Day Contest](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/pink-shirt-day-contest/) - Pink Shirt Day Contest! Create something that represents kindness to you. This could be a drawing or painting, a card, a song, or even a dance. The contest will be open to participants ages 0-19 years. Send Fraser River Indigenous Society your entry with your name and age by February 18th at 4pm. Submissions
- [International Women's Day Seminar by CPRS](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/international-womens-day-seminar-by-cprs/) - International Women's Day 2022 is just around the corner! CPRS Vancouver is hosting a great virtual event to acknowledge this important day. Date and time Thu, March 3, 2022 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM PST Tickets range from $10-$30, get yours today! https://lnkd.in/g6CgQQP3 About the Event: COVID-19 has exacerbated social and economic challenges for many marginalized communities—and
- [Cedar Weaving || Indigenous Women's Gathering Circle](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/cedar-weaving-indigenous-womens-gathering-circle/) - Join Fraser River Indigenous Society on Zoom for their Women's Circle! They will be Cedar Weaving with Elder Coleen Pierre. Spaces are limited so please contact Jillian to sign up: jraecurrie@hotmail.com Thursday, February 10 at 6:30pm
- [Virtual Pizza Session || YES CHEF](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/virtual-pizza-session-yes-chef/) - Why order pizza when you can make your own? Join Frog Hollow Neighbourhood House & YES CHEF on making pizza on February 9th! Youth who are 16-30 years old and are Permanent Residents or Convention Refugees can join us for this free session. Registration is open, and youth who sign up will be
- [Valen'mine's Day](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/valenmines-day/) - Join Federation of BC Youth in Care Networks for a self-care focused spin on Valentine's Day. They will talk about how to care for yourself, create self-care plans and more! You will be sent a registration package with some self-care items. Tuesday, February 15,7-8 PM Register by February 4, 2022 Contact Shannon at
- [Build Your Own Medicine Pouch](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/build-your-own-medicine-pouch/) - Have a peek at Federation of BC Youth in Care Networks' upcoming event! Join Aunty Maria and Aunty Carolyn and learn to build your own medicine pouch! They will also send you a package with supplies. This workshop is limited to 15 participants. Tuesday, February 22, 7-8 PM Register by February 11
- [Ayishiinoo Famii](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/ayishiinoo-famii/) - Join island Métis family & community services society for biweekly, live virtual sessions with Janelle. Sessions will focus on celebrating Métis culture, language, and values with stories & activities. Participants with children up to age 9, can pick up or have an interactive kit delivered monthly to accompany the sessions. When: Tuesdays &
- [Social Ski/Board Ride](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/social-ski-board-ride/) - Indigenous Women Outdoors is hosting a social ride day at Whistler Blackcomb for intermediate to advanced skiers and snowboarders! This will be a time for Indigenous women and non-binary folks to come out and explore the mountains together and have some fun while doing it! Day passes will be provided. Please note, this event are
- [Indigenous Young Dads & Family Group](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/indigenous-young-dads-family-group/) - A group where young Indigenous Dads can meet and support each other. Learn to be present in your children’s lives through Culture and Sober parenting. Empower Dads with knowledge, life skills, parenting skills and relationship skills. Both families may gain tools to work together on providing a holistic relationship for your children. 6 Sessions /
- [Teen's Table](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/teens-table/) - Are you a youth who loves cooking? Registration is open for Teen’s Table! It is a FREE program offered by Youth Services in partnership with the Squamish Food Bank for youth ages 14-18 to learn how to cook, share meals together, and develop life skills! In this program, youth will be preparing intermediate-level recipes with
- [Ready to Read: The Mitten](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/ready-to-read-the-mitten/) - Parents and caregivers are welcome to join Kwu'umut Lelum on the last Wednesday of every month to engage in child-friendly books and more! The first reading will be "The Mitten" by Jan Breet, Wednesday, January 26th at 12pm or 3:00pm. Register today and a activity kit will be delivered to you! (250)-713-0364 | bgillatt@kwumut.org
- [Cultural Training for Caregivers](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/cultural-training-for-caregivers/) - Keeping children connected to their culture and community builds their self-esteem and resiliency and teaches them to take pride in their heritage. Kw'umut Lelum is offering a new training program for caregivers and foster parents starting this month: Coast Salish 101. Each series will focus on 3 of our Nations, providing history, teachings and visits
- [Seed Generation Youth Program](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/seed-generation-youth-program/) - “The Seed Generation youth program was a safe place for me. I loved attending each week, meeting new people and learning more about plants and wildlife. I really loved it when Indigenous Elders visited the program and shared their knowledge and stories with us” says Ann, a youth from Windermere Secondary. Come join a group
- [FoodFit Program](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/foodfit-program/) - Grandview Woodland Food Connection's next online FoodFit program starts January 29th! Ingredients will be provided free of cost and can be delivered to folks in the Grandview Woodland neighbourhood. If you're interested please contact Ruth Elizabeth at 604-718-5895 or gwfcnetwork@gmail.com for more information.
- [PEDAW Lived Experience Panel](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/pedaw-lived-experience-panel/) - To kick off Provincial Eating Disorder Awareness Week (PEDAW) coming up February 1-7th, we are hosting a virtual panel led by 4 individuals with lived experience and a dietitian focusing on disordered eating, eating disorders, and body image struggles. This event is open to everyone who is questioning their relationship with food, movement, or their
- [Circle of Security Parenting](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/circle-of-security-parenting/) - Family Services of Greater Vancouver are hosting an online program called 'Circle of Security Parenting' to help strengthen and secure parent-child relationships. Participants will receive a certificate upon the completion of this 8 week program. Referrals can be sent to Nicole Kim, Group Program Coordinator: Fax: (604)-875-0760 Email: nkim@fsgv.ca
- [Online Cooking & Food Safety Class](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/online-cooking-food-safety-class/) - Diversecity's free online cooking & food safety classes are back! Starting January 21, join our Community Kitchen Coordinator, Leo Ramirez, every Friday 1—2 pm to learn: • How to cook nutritious meals on a budget • About meal planning, food labels, how to stock your kitchen • And new and healthy recipes with your family!
- [Indigenous Tea Making](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/indigenous-tea-making/) - Kiwassa and Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre Society are collaborating for an online Indigenous Tea Making Workshop! Guided by an Elder and a tea facilitator, we will go through some soothing tea blending while we explore the medicinal properties of herbs and learn more about Indigenous cultures. Participants can follow along at home with their very
- [Going M.I.L.E.S Youth Conference](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/going-m-i-l-e-s-youth-conference/) - The Spirit of the Children society is hosting a youth conference featuring amazing facilitators, entertainers, and an Indigenous Youth Fashion Show! The event will be running for 3 days that is catered for Indigenous youth ages 12-18 years old. Register by April 8th by contacting Mikhaila Tobin at m.tobin@sotcs.ca
- [Parenting & Children's Anxiety Workshop Via Zoom](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/parenting-childrens-anxiety-workshop-via-zoom/) - South Vancouver Neighbourhood House is hosting a video conversation on parenting and children's anxiety. This is catered for all families and caregivers who feel like they are parenting in the deep end of the swimming pool or are just wondering what they can do when it feels like something more may be going on.
- [Lunch & Learn by The Island Métis Family & Community Services Society](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/lunch-learn/) - The Island Métis Family & Community Services Society is hosting a virtual presentation by Robyn Edgar on growing, harvesting, and using traditional Métis medicines. Details: The presentation will be on January 18, 2022 from 12:00pm to 1:00pm. Register by calling Hannah at (778) 533-8014 or emailing hannah@metis.ca
- [BNH North House is splashing colors into 2022 with Watercolour lessons!](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/bnh-north-house-is-splashing-colors-into-2022-with-watercolour-lessons/) - Maudie, is back at it again, sharing her knowledge on watercolor basics, techniques, and fun creations that all newbies and art explorers will enjoy! No wonder Burnaby-ites from last class kept wanting more Event details: Mondays starting January 10th to April 25th, 2022 6:00pm - 8:00pm Virtual then In-person in accordance to Public Health Guidelines
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- [Kent Monkman's Shame + Prejudice opens Aug 6](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/kent-monkmans-shame-prejudice-opens-aug-6/)
- [Virtual Wet'suwet'en's Wednesday Via Zoom](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/virtual-wetsuwetens-wednesday-via-zoom/)
- [Covering COVID-19: Pandemic Reporting in Indigenous Contexts](https://www.vacfss.com/events-calendar/covering-covid-19-pandemic-reporting-in-indigenous-contexts/)

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