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SUMMARY:2026 Canoe Journey: Regalia Making
DESCRIPTION:Sumas First Nation’s Healing Homes department is excited to participate in the annual Canoe Journey\, Paddle to Nisqually.Registration is open to all Semá:th members. All registrants under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult at all times of the Canoe Journey.Our Canoe Journey will begin on July 17\, 2026 through to August 6\, 2026. However\, there will be some sessions to participate in prior to our departure. We ask that you attend these sessions to engage in the full experience and gain all updates prior to the trip. This will include the following: \n\n\n\n\nJune 5\, 2026: Registration and Orientation | Healing Homes Portable (beside the Health Building)\n\n\n\nJune 11\, 2026: Regalia Making | Healing Homes Portable (beside the Health Building)\n\n\n\nJune 18\, 2026: Beading | Healing Homes Portable (beside the Health Building)\n\n\n\nJuly 2\, 2026: Drumming and Singing | McDonald Park\n\n\n\nJuly 17\, 2026: Beginning of the Canoe Journey\n\n\n\n\nRegistration to travel with Semá:th is mandatory. Please download one of the attached consent form/liability waivers\, all registrants under the age of 18 must have the youth form complete by a Parent/Guardian. Once the form is complete\, you can send via email to Healing.Homes@sumasfirstnation.com\, or bring with you to the registration and orientation on June 5\, where you will receive confirmation and details to the next steps. As the travel will include crossing the United States boarder\, valid ID is required.If you would like assistance with your registration\, or would like to pick up a copy of the forms\, please visit the Sumas First Nation Health Building reception desk. \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to Healing.Homes@sumasfirstnation.com
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/2026-canoe-journey-regalia-making/
LOCATION:Sumas First Nation\, 2788 Sumas Mountain Road\, Abbotsford\, BC
ORGANIZER;CN="Lori Kelly%2C Healing Homes Manager%2C Sumas First Nation":MAILTO:Healing.Homes@sumasfirstnation.com
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SUMMARY:2026 Canoe Journey: Registration and Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Sumas First Nation’s Healing Homes department is excited to participate in the annual Canoe Journey\, Paddle to Nisqually. Registration is open to all Semá:th members. All registrants under the age of 15 must be accompanied by an adult at all times of the Canoe Journey.Our Canoe Journey will begin on July 17\, 2026 through to August 6\, 2026. However\, there will be some sessions to participate in prior to our departure. We ask that you attend these sessions to engage in the full experience and gain all updates prior to the trip. This will include the following: \n\n\n\n\nJune 5\, 2026: Registration and Orientation | Healing Homes Portable (beside the Health Building)\n\n\n\nJune 11\, 2026: Regalia Making  | Healing Homes Portable (beside the Health Building)\n\n\n\nJune 18\, 2026: Beading  | Healing Homes Portable (beside the Health Building)\n\n\n\nJuly 2\, 2026: Drumming and Singing | McDonald Park\n\n\n\nJuly 17\, 2026: Beginning of the Canoe Journey\n\n\n\n\nRegistration to travel with Semá:th is mandatory. Please download one of the attached consent form/liability waivers\, all registrants under the age of 18 must have the youth form complete by a Parent/Guardian. Once the form is complete\, you can send via email to Healing.Homes@sumasfirstnation.com\, or bring with you to the registration and orientation on June 5\, where you will receive confirmation and details to the next steps. As the travel will include crossing the United States boarder\, valid ID is required. If you would like assistance with your registration\, or would like to pick up a copy of the forms\, please visit the Healing Homes portable.  \n\n\n\nIf you have any questions\, please reach out to Healing.Homes@sumasfirstnation.com  \n\n\n\nCanoe Journey Important DatesDownload\n\n\n\nCanoe Journey Registration Form 2026_AdultDownload\n\n\n\nCanoe Journey Registration Form 2026_YouthDownload
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/2026-canoe-journey-registration-and-orientation/
LOCATION:2788 Sumas Mountain Road\, Abbotsford\, 2788 Sumas Mountain Road
ORGANIZER;CN="Lori Kelly%2C Healing Homes Manager%2C Sumas First Nation":MAILTO:Healing.Homes@sumasfirstnation.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260519T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260519T200000
DTSTAMP:20260119T233446Z
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SUMMARY:Community Town Hall Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our Town Hall Meeting on May 19\, 2026. **THIS IS NOT A BAND MEETING**  \n\n\n\nThis Town Hall Meeting is an opportunity to gather\, but does not follow the same agenda and structure as a Band Meeting. We will be meeting from 5-8pm (dinner at 5pm) at the Sumas Community Hall. There will also be door prizes!  \n\n\n\nIf you have questions or concerns\, please email Brian Jones (GM): brian.jones@sumasfirstnation.com
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/community-town-hall-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Sumas First Nation Community Hall\, 2800 Sumas Mountain Road\, Abbotsford\, British Columbia\, V3G 2J2\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260507T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260507T180000
DTSTAMP:20260203T172623Z
CREATED:20260203T171831Z
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SUMMARY:SXDL/Semá:th Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:Join us Thursday\, May 7th at the Sumas Community Hall (2800 Sumas Mountain Rd) for the Sema:th Career Fair! We’ll have in-person interview and resume writing support\, potential employers and others with available job opportunities\, door prizes\, and more! \n\n\n\nIf you would like to register to host a booth/table at the event\, please contact Dale Ganzeveld (dale.ganzeveld@sxdl.ca)
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/sxdl-semath-career-fair/
LOCATION:Sumas First Nation Community Hall\, 2800 Sumas Mountain Road\, Abbotsford\, British Columbia\, V3G 2J2\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260324T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260324T200000
DTSTAMP:20260106T175559Z
CREATED:20260106T175555Z
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SUMMARY:Quarterly Band Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our Quarterly Band Meeting on March 24\, 2026. We will be meeting from 5-8pm (dinner at 5pm) at the Sumas Community Hall. There will also be door prizes!  \n\n\n\nIf you have questions or concerns\, please email Brian Jones (GM): brian.jones@sumasfirstnation.com
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/quarterly-band-meeting/
LOCATION:Sumas First Nation Community Hall\, 2800 Sumas Mountain Road\, Abbotsford\, British Columbia\, V3G 2J2\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260317T190000
DTSTAMP:20260106T001103Z
CREATED:20260106T001059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T001103Z
UID:9428-1773748800-1773774000@sumasfirstnation.com
SUMMARY:Indigenous Women Entrepreneurship Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Epowering indigenous women to build\, grow\, and thrive in business! The Indigenous Women Entrepreneurship Workshop is being held in collaboration with Stó:lō Community Futures. \n\n\n\nLOCATION: Sumas First Nation Admin Building Boardroom (2788 Sumas Mountain Rd)TIMES: Workshop runs from 12pm-7pm each day listed belowWORKSHOP DATES: below \n\n\n\n\nJanuary 20 OR 28 (Introduction to Entrepreneurship)\n\n\n\nFebruary 10 (Day 1: Financial Capabilities in Entrepreneurship)\n\n\n\nFebruary 17 (Day 2: Financial Capabilities in Entrepreneurship)\n\n\n\nMarch 10 (Day 1: Digital Event & Marketing Strategies)\n\n\n\nMarch 17 (Day 2: Digital Event & Marketing Strategies)\n\n\n\n\nREGISTRATION Spots are limited! Please contact Cynthia Robinson with Stó:lō Community Futures to register: crobinson@stolocf.ca or (604) 824-9177.
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/indigenous-women-entrepreneurship-workshop-5/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260310T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260310T190000
DTSTAMP:20260106T000850Z
CREATED:20260106T000812Z
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UID:9421-1773144000-1773169200@sumasfirstnation.com
SUMMARY:Indigenous Women Entrepreneurship Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Epowering indigenous women to build\, grow\, and thrive in business! The Indigenous Women Entrepreneurship Workshop is being held in collaboration with Stó:lō Community Futures. \n\n\n\nLOCATION: Sumas First Nation Admin Building Boardroom (2788 Sumas Mountain Rd)TIMES: Workshop runs from 12pm-7pm each day listed belowWORKSHOP DATES: below \n\n\n\n\nJanuary 20 OR 28 (Introduction to Entrepreneurship)\n\n\n\nFebruary 10 (Day 1: Financial Capabilities in Entrepreneurship)\n\n\n\nFebruary 17 (Day 2: Financial Capabilities in Entrepreneurship)\n\n\n\nMarch 10 (Day 1: Digital Event & Marketing Strategies)\n\n\n\nMarch 17 (Day 2: Digital Event & Marketing Strategies)\n\n\n\n\nREGISTRATION Spots are limited! Please contact Cynthia Robinson with Stó:lō Community Futures to register: crobinson@stolocf.ca or (604) 824-9177.
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/indigenous-women-entrepreneurship-workshop-4/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260228T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260301T160000
DTSTAMP:20260105T234704Z
CREATED:20260105T234123Z
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UID:9383-1772265600-1772380800@sumasfirstnation.com
SUMMARY:Indigenous Youth Entrepreneurship Workshop Series *Weekend 2*
DESCRIPTION:SCF recently hosted a successful IYE workshop series on Stólō Territory in November\, and we are pleased to be offering a free 4-day workshop\, delivered over two weekends\, for Indigenous youth who are interested in exploring entrepreneurship\, business ideas\, or self-employment. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeekend 1: Feb 21 & 22\, 2026Weekend 2: Feb 28 & Mar 1\, 2026Location: Katzie Health & Community Centre Gym\, 19700A Salish Road\, Pitt Meadows\, BC V3Y 2G6 \n\n\n\nThis is a FREE workshop open to all First Nations\, Metis\, and Inuit youth ages 18-39 within Sto:lo Territory. Meals\, swag\, and door prizes. See attached flyer for details on workshops. \n\n\n\nRegister now through the QR code on the attached flyer\, or contact Harley Kazonay (Business Support Officer): hkazonay@stolocf.ca OR 604-824-5104.
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/indigenous-youth-entrepreneurship-workshop-series-weekend-2/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260221T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260222T160000
DTSTAMP:20260105T234512Z
CREATED:20260105T233236Z
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UID:9377-1771660800-1771776000@sumasfirstnation.com
SUMMARY:Indigenous Youth Entrepreneurship Workshop Series *Weekend 1*
DESCRIPTION:SCF recently hosted a successful IYE workshop series on Stólō Territory in November\, and we are pleased to be offering a free 4-day workshop\, delivered over two weekends\, for Indigenous youth who are interested in exploring entrepreneurship\, business ideas\, or self-employment.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWeekend 1: Feb 21 & 22\, 2026 Weekend 2: Feb 28 & Mar 1\, 2026 Location: Katzie Health & Community Centre Gym\, 19700A Salish Road\, Pitt Meadows\, BC V3Y 2G6  \n\n\n\nThis is a FREE workshop open to all First Nations\, Metis\, and Inuit youth ages 18-39 within Sto:lo Territory. Meals\, swag\, and door prizes. See attached flyer for details on workshops.  \n\n\n\nRegister now through the QR code on the attached flyer\, or contact Harley Kazonay (Business Support Officer): hkazonay@stolocf.ca OR 604-824-5104.
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/indigenous-youth-entrepreneurship-workshop-series/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260210T190000
DTSTAMP:20260106T000213Z
CREATED:20260106T000210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T000213Z
UID:9408-1770724800-1770750000@sumasfirstnation.com
SUMMARY:Indigenous Women Entrepreneurship Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Epowering indigenous women to build\, grow\, and thrive in business! The Indigenous Women Entrepreneurship Workshop is being held in collaboration with Stó:lō Community Futures.  \n\n\n\nLOCATION: Sumas First Nation Admin Building Boardroom (2788 Sumas Mountain Rd) TIMES: Workshop runs from 12pm-7pm each day listed below WORKSHOP DATES: below \n\n\n\n\nJanuary 20 OR 28 (Introduction to Entrepreneurship) \n\n\n\nFebruary 10 (Day 1: Financial Capabilities in Entrepreneurship) \n\n\n\nFebruary 17 (Day 2: Financial Capabilities in Entrepreneurship) \n\n\n\nMarch 10 (Day 1: Digital Event & Marketing Strategies) \n\n\n\nMarch 17 (Day 2: Digital Event & Marketing Strategies)\n\n\n\n\nREGISTRATION Spots are limited! Please contact Cynthia Robinson with Stó:lō Community Futures to register: crobinson@stolocf.ca or (604) 824-9177
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/indigenous-women-entrepreneurship-workshop-2/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260204T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260204T150000
DTSTAMP:20260107T171012Z
CREATED:20260107T164926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T171012Z
UID:9458-1770199200-1770217200@sumasfirstnation.com
SUMMARY:SASET Career Fair
DESCRIPTION:Everyone welcome! Please join SASET (Stolo Aboriginal Skills & Employment Training) for our annual Career Fair.  \n\n\n\nDate: February 4\, 2026Time: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Location: Chilliwack Landing Sport Centre (45530 Spadina Ave\, Chilliwack\, BC)  \n\n\n\nIf you are a company/organization that would like to join the fair in a vendor capacity\, please fill out the below registration form and complete the steps on the bottom of the form to submit. \n\n\n\n\n	SASET Career Fair Registration Form 2026\n\n\n\n\nFor more information\, please contact SASET at +1 (604) 858-3691 or email info@saset.ca
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/saset-career-fair/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260201T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260201T160000
DTSTAMP:20260106T174051Z
CREATED:20260106T001843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T174051Z
UID:9440-1769940000-1769961600@sumasfirstnation.com
SUMMARY:Wool Tunic Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Sumas Healing Homes is hosting a Wool Tunic Making Workshop – only 10 spots available!  \n\n\n\nTo register\, please contact Lyndy Silver (Healing Homes Coordinator): lyndy.silver@sumasfirstnation.com  \n\n\n\nDates & Times: Jan 31\, 10am-4pm (location TBD)Feb 1\, 10am-4pm (location TBD)
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/wool-tunic-making-workshop-2/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260131T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260131T160000
DTSTAMP:20260106T174141Z
CREATED:20260106T001532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260106T174141Z
UID:9434-1769853600-1769875200@sumasfirstnation.com
SUMMARY:Wool Tunic Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Sumas Healing Homes is hosting a Wool Tunic Making Workshop – only 10 spots available!  \n\n\n\nTo register\, please contact Lyndy Silver (Healing Homes Coordinator): lyndy.silver@sumasfirstnation.com  \n\n\n\nDates & Times: Jan 31\, 10am-4pm (location TBD)Feb 1\, 10am-4pm (location TBD)
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/wool-tunic-making-workshop/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260128T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260128T190000
DTSTAMP:20260105T235739Z
CREATED:20260105T235630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T235739Z
UID:9402-1769601600-1769626800@sumasfirstnation.com
SUMMARY:Indigneous Women Entrepreneurship Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Epowering indigenous women to build\, grow\, and thrive in business! The Indigenous Women Entrepreneurship Workshop is being held in collaboration with Stó:lō Community Futures.  \n\n\n\nLOCATION: Sumas First Nation Admin Building Boardroom (2788 Sumas Mountain Rd) TIMES: Workshop runs from 12pm-7pm each day listed below WORKSHOP DATES: below \n\n\n\n\nJanuary 20 OR 28 (Introduction to Entrepreneurship) \n\n\n\nFebruary 10 (Day 1: Financial Capabilities in Entrepreneurship) \n\n\n\nFebruary 17 (Day 2: Financial Capabilities in Entrepreneurship) \n\n\n\nMarch 10 (Day 1: Digital Event & Marketing Strategies) \n\n\n\nMarch 17 (Day 2: Digital Event & Marketing Strategies)\n\n\n\n\nREGISTRATION Spots are limited! Please contact Cynthia Robinson with Stó:lō Community Futures to register: crobinson@stolocf.ca or (604) 824-9177
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/indigneous-women-entrepreneurship-workshop/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260125T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260125T130000
DTSTAMP:20260121T210845Z
CREATED:20260119T171230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T210845Z
UID:9535-1769342400-1769346000@sumasfirstnation.com
SUMMARY:Community Winter Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:** UPDATE ** Community Winter Cleanup. The junk removal company was unfortunately unable to help the entire community on Sunday. So we are pivoting and getting 7 garbage bins across the community delivered on Friday. We will still have people available to move items to the bin for those that sign up on SUNDAY JAN 25\, 2025. Please email Patricia or leave a message with Sandy at the health office 604-852-4041 ext. 100 or patricia.ned@sumasfirstnation.com \n\n\n\n** ORIGINAL POST BELOW ** \n\n\n\nSunday Jan 25 @ 12:00 PM (noon). Please any unwanted items at the end of your driveway by 12:00pm. We will be having a garbage collection company come by to pickup the items by 12:00 pm.  \n\n\n\nNeed help? \n\n\n\nIf you need assistance moving items from your house to the end of your driveway please sign up\, and we will make sure to have someone available (contact info below).  \n\n\n\nWant to help your community? \n\n\n\nIf you are willing to help people move items from their homes\, please sign up and we will contact you (contact info below). All those who help will receive an honorarium as a thank you for helping our community. ***Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs***  \n\n\n\nContact details\n\n\n\nPlease contact Patricia Ned (Health & Wellness Executive Assistant) at patricia.ned@sumasfirstnation.com if you would like to sign up to help or need assistance. \n\n\n\nCommunity Flyer
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/community-winter-cleanup-2/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260121T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260121T163000
DTSTAMP:20260119T171701Z
CREATED:20260119T171540Z
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UID:9531-1769002200-1769013000@sumasfirstnation.com
SUMMARY:Produce Day
DESCRIPTION:Produce Day: fresh fruit & veggies for members.  \n\n\n\nMonthly produce hamper. This is open to ON and OFF reserve members while supplies last. This will be set up for you to choose and pack your own hampers. If you can’t make it\, you can request a family member to pack a hamper for you. Please bring your own bags! \n\n\n\nElders Pick-Up: 1:30 pm – 2:00 pmCommunity Pick-Up: 2:00 pm – 4:30 pm Location: Building 1 Boardroom
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/produce-day/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260120T190000
DTSTAMP:20260105T235344Z
CREATED:20260105T235302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T235344Z
UID:9393-1768910400-1768935600@sumasfirstnation.com
SUMMARY:Indigenous Women Entrepreneurship Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Epowering indigenous women to build\, grow\, and thrive in business! The Indigenous Women Entrepreneurship Workshop is being held in collaboration with Stó:lō Community Futures.  \n\n\n\nLOCATION: Sumas First Nation Admin Building Boardroom (2788 Sumas Mountain Rd) TIMES: Workshop runs from 12pm-7pm each day listed below WORKSHOP DATES: below \n\n\n\n\nJanuary 20 OR 28 (Introduction to Entrepreneurship) \n\n\n\nFebruary 10 (Day 1: Financial Capabilities in Entrepreneurship) \n\n\n\nFebruary 17 (Day 2: Financial Capabilities in Entrepreneurship) \n\n\n\nMarch 10 (Day 1: Digital Event & Marketing Strategies) \n\n\n\nMarch 17 (Day 2: Digital Event & Marketing Strategies)\n\n\n\n\nREGISTRATION Spots are limited! Please contact Cynthia Robinson with Stó:lō Community Futures to register: crobinson@stolocf.ca or (604) 824-9177
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/indigenous-women-entrepreneurship-workshop/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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SUMMARY:Lunch with Lyndy
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at the Sumas Community Hall for Lunch with Lyndy! Open to anyone in need of a hot meal.  \n\n\n\nIf you have questions\, please contact Lyndy Silver (Healing Homes Coordinator): lyndy.silver@sumasfirstnation.com
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/lunch-with-lyndy/
LOCATION:Sumas First Nation Community Hall\, 2800 Sumas Mountain Road\, Abbotsford\, British Columbia\, V3G 2J2\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Diabetes Project w/ Dr. Jeanne Paul
DESCRIPTION:Diabetes Project with Dr. Jeanne Paul – Register Now! \n\n\n\nDATE: Dec 9 (tentative)TIME: 7-9pm LOCATION: TBA  \n\n\n\nSumas invites all community members who are living with Type 2 Diabetes or Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) to participate in Dr. Jeanne Paul’s Diabetes Project. This project focuses on improving wellness\, understanding diabetes and low blood sugar\, and offering support\, education\, and culturally safe care.  \n\n\n\nWhat to expect: – Education on blood sugar management – Nutrition and wellness information– Opportunities to ask questions – Support from Health & Wellness staff– Community-based approach to chronic disease care  \n\n\n\nWho can join? – Any Sumas First Nation member diagnosed with Type 2 Diabetes – Any member who experiences hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) – Family members who want to learn more and support loved ones  \n\n\n\nHow to sign up: please contact Sophie Loewen (Health Manager): sophie.loewen@sumasfirstnation.com \n\n\n\nFLYER – Diabetes Project with Dr. Jeanne PaulDownload
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/diabetes-project-w-dr-jeanne-paul/
LOCATION:Sumas First Nation Community Hall\, 2800 Sumas Mountain Road\, Abbotsford\, British Columbia\, V3G 2J2\, Canada
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251207T160000
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SUMMARY:Wool Skirts & Tunic Making
DESCRIPTION:Wool Skirt & Tunic Making Workshop: only 10 spots available! \n\n\n\nDec 6: SFN Portable Dec 7: Community Hall Both days 10:00 am – 4:00 pm  \n\n\n\nTo register: please email Lyndy Silver (Healing Homes Coordinator): lyndy.silver@sumasfirstnation.com
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/wool-skirts-tunic-making/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251206T160000
DTSTAMP:20251114T184923Z
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SUMMARY:Christmas Market
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Market – Baked Goods & Craft Sale \n\n\n\nWHEN: Dec 6\, 10 am – 4 pm WHERE: Sumas First Nation Community Hall DETAILS: Community breakfast @ 10am\, market sale @ 11 am.  \n\n\n\nRSVP a table with Alana James: alana.james@sumasfirstnation.com
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/christmas-market/
LOCATION:Sumas First Nation Community Hall\, 2800 Sumas Mountain Road\, Abbotsford\, British Columbia\, V3G 2J2\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251203T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251203T150000
DTSTAMP:20251114T190513Z
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SUMMARY:Sumas Elders Christmas Lunch
DESCRIPTION:Please join us December 3 for our annual Elders Christmas Lunch! To join\, please RSVP with Barb Kelly (Youth\, Elder\, and Cultural Coordinator): barb.kelly@sumasfirstnation.com
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/sumas-elders-christmas-lunch/
LOCATION:Clarion Hotel Abbotsford\, 36035 North Parallel Road\, Abbotsford\, British Columbia\, V3G 2C6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251119T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251119T200000
DTSTAMP:20251119T192250Z
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SUMMARY:Westcoast Sunrise Expansion Program - Abbotsford Dialogue Session
DESCRIPTION:Registration \n\n\n\nPlease register here on Eventbrite: https://westcoast-abbotsford-dialogue-session.eventbrite….This dialogue session is open to members from surrounding Nations as well. If you have friends/family/acquaintances from other Nations that would like to join\, you are welcome to invite them. Please share the registration page to ensure pre-registration is completed prior to attending.  \n\n\n\nAbout the Session\n\n\n\nWestcoast\, an Enbridge company\, invites community members to participate in a Dialogue Session for the proposed Sunrise Expansion Program. \n\n\n\nFor nearly three years\, Westcoast has been engaging and collaborating with local communities on the Project and has received valuable input into its design. This session provides an opportunity to share information and gather additional feedback on several draft management plans that outline how Westcoast will mitigate potential impacts during construction\, should the Project be approved in 2026. \n\n\n\nThese plans include the Indigenous Monitoring Plan\, Socio-Economic Effects Management Plan and accompanying Community and Gender Safety Plan\, as well as several Environmental Protection Plans. \n\n\n\nParticipants will have the opportunity to:• Learn more about the Project and its proposed management plans.• Engage in small-group discussions on key topics.• Share insights\, local knowledge\, and recommendations with the Project team. \n\n\n\nA meal will be provided at the start of the session.
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/westcoast-sunrise-expansion-program-abbotsford-dialogue-session/
LOCATION:Sumas First Nation Community Hall\, 2800 Sumas Mountain Road\, Abbotsford\, British Columbia\, V3G 2J2\, Canada
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251118T200000
DTSTAMP:20251114T183755Z
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SUMMARY:Town Hall Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our Town Hall Meeting on November 18\, 2025. **THIS IS NOT A BAND MEETING** \n\n\n\nThis Town Hall Meeting is an opportunity to gather\, but does not follow the same agenda and structure as a Band Meeting. We will be meeting from 5-8pm (dinner at 5pm) at the Sumas Community Hall. There will also be door prizes! \n\n\n\nIf you have questions or concerns\, please email Chantel H (Communications Officer): communications@sumasfirstnation.com
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/town-hall-meeting/
LOCATION:Sumas First Nation Community Hall\, 2800 Sumas Mountain Road\, Abbotsford\, British Columbia\, V3G 2J2\, Canada
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251019T160000
DTSTAMP:20251031T215401Z
CREATED:20251031T204114Z
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SUMMARY:Lightning Rock Celebration
DESCRIPTION:We warmly invite you to join the community on Sunday\, October 19\, 2025\, for the long-awaited Lightning Rock Celebration. This event honours the formal return of the Lightning Rock site to the Semá:th. \n\n\n\nPlease join us as we come together to honour and commemorate this historic milestone for the Nation. \n\n\n\nPhotographers and videographers\, in addition to members of local media\, will be onsite during the celebration (at the request of Leadership). This is to help us commemorate the event in a respectful manner. All photographers\, videographers\, and media contacts have been briefed on respectful Longhouse protocol and will be notified in-ceremony for the portions of the ceremony that are NOT permitted to be filmed or photographed.
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/lightning-rock-celebration/
LOCATION:British Columbia
CATEGORIES:Event
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250930T150000
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SUMMARY:Stetís ímexstowx Gathering
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE for the third annual Stetís ímexstowx Gathering on September 30th\, 2025!  \n\n\n\nStetís ímexstowx means “walk beside us” in the beautiful Halq’eméylem language. \n\n\n\nOur local civic organizations have united around Thunderbird Square with a common goal – to create a space for learning and understanding. We’re walking together to share learning opportunities for the public about Truth and Reconciliation\, as well as the history of Residential Schools. \n\n\n\nJoin us on this journey as we come together to build a deeper awareness of our roles in the path to Reconciliation. \n\n\n\n: September 30th\, 2025: 10am-3pm: Thunderbird Memorial Square (323388 Veterans Way\, Abbotsford) \n\n\n\n(Name\, Stetís ímexstowx “walk beside us”\, given by Leanne Joe) \n\n\n\nSee less
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/stetis-imexstowx-gathering/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250929T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250929T180000
DTSTAMP:20251031T204346Z
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SUMMARY:Sts’elemoqw Residential School Thrivers Society: Truth & Reconciliation Event
DESCRIPTION:Please join us on September 29th for a Truth & Reconciliation Event hosted by the Sts’elemoqw Residential School Thrivers Society. Special thanks to Beatrice Silver for her work organizing and arranging this event. \n\n\n\nDATE: September 29TIME: 11am – 6pmLOCATION: Sumas First Nation Community Hall \n\n\n\nWe will have catered lunch and dinner available for all attendees. Vendors will be available during the day\, and we’ll have a special performance by an Elvis impersonator in the evening. Archway and School District 34 will be hosting alongside us! \n\n\n\nWe are looking for Sumas members who are interested in being a vendor for the day! If you would like to sign on as a vendor\, please email Sophie Loewen (Health Manager): sophie.loewen@sumasfirstnation.com
URL:https://sumasfirstnation.com/events/stselemoqw-residential-school-thrivers-society-truth-reconciliation-event/
LOCATION:British Columbia
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