Past Events

Michif Language Grant Applications Open

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The Ministry of Culture, Heritage & Language is pleased to offer three grants to fund Michif learning initiatives and activities that promote or celebrate the Michif language in BC.

  • Michif Learning Initiatives Grant
  • Michif Language Celebration Grant
  • Michif Language and the Arts Grant

Click here for more details about each grant, including eligibility criteria, funding amount, application guide, and application form.

Youth Eco Retreat

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The Ministry of Youth is thrilled to offer this exciting opportunity to Métis youth and young adults to join us at our Youth Eco Retreat, taking place on the traditional territories of the Stó:lō and Similkameen First Nations at Manning Park Resort from October 25-27, 2024. A select number of participants will be awarded this unique experience!

Métis Career Days - BC Emergency Health Services

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STEPS is launching a new series of Métis Career Days - Info sessions with employers aimed at Métis citizens who are looking for employment opportunities.

Please join the online session with BC Emergency Health Services on October 1st at noon ( 12 pm ) and learn more about current open positions.

Email Olena at opshegorsja@mnbc.ca to register for this info session. 

Disaster Risk Management Webinar - Earthquake Response and Preparedness

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Join Our Disaster Management Webinar Series on September 12th!

Are you ready to learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones during an earthquake? Our next webinar in the Disaster Management series is focused on Earthquake Response and Preparedness.

What You’ll Learn:

  1. Insights from experts on earthquake risks in BC.

Métis Girls Gathering

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Métis Girls Gathering is an In-Person Overnight Camp Gathering for Métis individuals who identify as girls ages 8-15, held in Prince George, at Camp Friendship. 

This camp will have teachings and cultural activities facilitated by Elders, knowledge holders, and mental health service providers focused on mental wellness and life promotion to increase wellness strategies for Métis Girls.

To learn more please contact Michelle at mpadley@mnbc.ca.

This event is for Métis individuals in the Interior and the North. 

Waceya Métis Society STEPS Days

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Join us for a day of informative presentations and personalized support at Waceya Métis Society:

10:00 AM: Learn about Culturally Aware Employment Services, specifically designed for Métis Citizens.
11:00 AM: Explore the opportunities available through the MNBC Post-Secondary Institute and how it can support your educational journey.
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM: Drop in anytime for career counseling and training guidance, with a focus on the STEPS Program.

Terry Fox Run in Abbotsford

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MNBC, in partnership with the Fraser Valley Métis Association, is excited to host its first-ever Terry Fox Run in Abbotsford! This event is open to all, and everyone is welcome to join.

Here are the following details regarding the run:

Date: September 15th

Registration: 9:00 am 

Speakers and Warm Up: 9:30 am 

Start Time: 10:00 am

Start to Close Time: 10:00 am -12:00 pm

Celebrate Métis Culture at the Chilliwack Mural Festival

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We are excited to invite all Métis citizens in the Fraser Valley to join us at the Chilliwack Mural Festival from August 15-17! This vibrant event will feature a special Métis mural located right in the heart of the festival’s interactive zone, in the Mill Street parking lot (between Victoria and Wellington), downtown Chilliwack.