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Parenting in the park

PARENTING IN THE PARK

Celebrate summer in an interactive parent-child, group environment, of respect and empathy.

2:30pm-4:00pm Rain or Shine

Every Tuesday June 7-August 30, 2022

Roger Creek Park

 

Snacks and services provided by child and youth services, NTC

Event Date

2022-08-23T14:30:00 - 2022-08-30T16:00:00

Northern Region Games foster self discovery away from modern distractions

As rain passed over Yuquot one August morning, a crowd of children filled the community’s church, their parents and caregivers looking over the toys and card games spread across the building’s floor. Hovering above the activity stood replicas of sacred carvings by the Maquinna and Jack families, colourful pieces glowing in the church’s dark that depict whales, bears, eagles, serpents and hunters, with a thunderbird in flight.

Aboriginal Employment Foundations

Steps to Success: Aboriginal Employment Foundations

Are you interested in working or developing a career?

Port Alberni Friendship Center is hosting a 16 week Aboriginal Employment Foundations Program which includes Step 1: Building a Foundation (8 weeks), Step 2: Paid work experience (8 weeks). Anyone age 17 and older is welcome to apply. Interested persons should contact Michelle Hnennyj to complete an application. Ask about training supports such as bus passes and attendance allowance.

REGISTER NOW LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE.

Event Date

2022-09-12T09:00:00 - 2022-09-12T17:00:00

NETP Job Club

NETP Job Club is hosting an open house BBQ

Stop by to learn about NETP services, meet our team, enjoy a meal together.

There will be activities to participate in. Including some icebreakers, grounding and mental health, guess the NETP staff member, tips on creating your plan to achieve your goals and more!

Door prizes! Door prizes! Door prizes!

 

NETP office

4090 8th avenue

Next to Service BC,

8th and Wallace

250-723-1331

Facebook:   fb.com/nuuchahnulth.employment

Event Date

2022-08-25T11:00:00 - 2022-08-25T15:00:00

Labour shortages felt in communities across the west coast

Communities across the west coast of Vancouver Island are facing labour shortages, forcing some businesses to adjust their operations. 

Lewis and Cathy George have been operating the House of Himwitsa, a First Nations art gallery and lodge in Tofino, since 1991.

In previous years, Cathy said their storefront would be open from 9:30 a.m. until as late as 7 p.m. 

But without enough staff, Cathy said they now have to close their shop as early as 4 p.m.

“We don’t have the staff,” she said. “It’s kind of heartbreaking.”

Respecting order in the animal kingdom by avoiding the top hunter

In all of Joe Martin’s 68 years of living on the west coast of Vancouver Island, he said he’s only encountered a wolf once. 

Alone in the forest just outside of the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation community of Esowista, Martin recalled when a pack of wolves ran past him over 20 years ago.

Their presence stopped him in his tracks, and with wide eyes he turned around to get another look. 

But just as quickly as the wolves ran by, they disappeared into the forest. 

Martin said the experience still plays vividly in his mind. 

Huu-ay-aht holds fishing derby to support forestry workers

Huu-ay-aht First Nations is planning a Bamfield-based fishing derby in support of C̕awak ʔqin Forestry Workers.

C̕awak ʔqin Forestry is a partnership between the Huu-ay-aht-owned Huumiiss Ventures and Western Forest Products to manage Tree Farm Licence 44, a large section of Crown land south of Port Alberni and Great Central Lake. Chief Counsellor Robert Dennis and Huu-ay-aht First Nations want to demonstrate their support with an event that forestry workers and their family can all enjoy.

Tseshaht welcome navy vessel to Port Alberni

A Royal Canadian Navy ship landed at Port Alberni today to a welcome from Tseshaht members.

Her Majesty’s Canadian Ship Ottawa came to the Port Alberni dock at approximately 10 a.m. to begin a two-day stay. The ship is open for free guided tours on Saturday from 1-4 p.m., giving the public a chance to see the vessel and its crew before HMCS Ottawa departs on Sunday morning.

A group of Tseshaht members sang for the 442-foot ship as it docked, while the vessel’s crew members tugged at ropes to secure it to the Port Alberni Port Authority’s Berth 3.

Outdoor Movie Night!

Parks, Recreation and Heritage invite families of all ages to join us at Bob Dailey Stadium for an outdoor movie under the stars!



Bring your lawn chairs, or snuggle under a blanket and create special memories with your family!



The movie begins at dusk and will be family-friendly and suitable for all ages. Watch for more details!

Event Date

2022-08-29T20:30:00 - 2022-08-29T22:30:00

Devil's Club Spirituality Workshop

With all the beads and salves being made and sold, it is important for people to understand how fragile those beautiful plants are and how sacred this plant is to our culture.

There are 20 spaces for Tseshaht member. If you are interested please sign up with Gail K Gus at 250.731.6622.

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UPDATE: This class is now full. If you would like to be on a cancellation list please contact Gail.

Devils Club Spirituality Workshop!

Sign up with Gail K Gus at 250.731.6622

Event Date

2022-08-21T12:00:00 - 2022-08-21T15:00:00

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