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Reconnect and Rejuvenate at Sq'éwqel (Seabird Island Band)
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Call Out For Catering
Notice Issued: Apr 29 2025
Call Out For Catering
Notice Issued: Apr 29 2025
Referendum - Community Meeting
Notice Issued: Apr 29 2025
Youth Jiu Jitsu
Notice Issued: Apr 29 2025
Early Childhood Centre of Excellence
Notice Issued: Apr 24 2025
Voices Of The Future
A drop in After School Program Ages 11-13.
Come out for Some Fun!
Notice Issued: Apr 24 2025
Seabird Island Summer Program
Summer Proram is open to children aged 5 (who have completed Kindergarten) to 12 years.
Notice Issued: Apr 24 2025
School's out - Drop in at Seabird Island
The Seabird Island Band-ECD Dept. We are pleased to introduce the new School’s Out Program at Seabird Island Community School.
Notice Issued: Apr 24 2025
Stó:lō Women’s Mother’s Day Event | May 10, 2025
Join us as we celebrate the powerful matriarchs who shape our lives and communities. There will be traditional teas and a light lunch provided.
Notice Issued: Apr 24 2025
Red Dress Gathering Update | May 5, 2025
Sq’éwqel invites you to the Red Dress Gathering for Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQI+ people (MMIWG2S).
Notice Issued: Apr 23 2025
Seabird Island Optometry Clinic | May 15-16, 2025
For an appointment please contact your Community Health Representative (CHR) OR Shawna Martin.
Notice Issued: Apr 23 2025
Past News & Notices Releases
Call Out For Catering | May 9, 2025
Please send a Quote including charge per plate and contact information.
Notice Issued: Apr 22 2025
Nations Creations Open House | May 8, 2025
Come meet the Nations Creations Team, visit our newly renovated office…
Notice Issued: Apr 17 2025
Young At Heart | Abbotsford Senior Expo
Redefining our aging years. Come see over 35+ exhibitors! Free Admission.
Notice Issued: Apr 15 2025
Summer Program | Teachings of Our Land
A five-week summer program for Stó:lō youth who want to further their knowledge…
Notice Issued: Apr 15 2025
Fish, Wildlife, and Natural Resource Management
We value your input – please take 5 minutes to complet this confidential survey.
Notice Issued: Apr 15 2025
Hiring and Post-Secondary Education Expo 2025
Featuring 25+ exhibitors and growing! Open to the public and free admission.
Notice Issued: Apr 15 2025
Fitness Centre Schedule | April 2025
Check out our updated schedule featuring classes for all ages and fitness levels — from Elders Fitness to Women’s Yoga and Youth Fitness.
Notice Issued: Apr 14 2025
Red Dress Gathering | May 5, 2025
Sq’éwqel invites you to the Red Dress Gathering for Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQI+ people (MMIWG2S).
Notice Issued: Apr 14 2025
Community Notice | Water Flushing
Maintenance will be done on the fire hydrants, starting Monday, April 14, 2025 and continue to Thursday, April 17.
Notice Issued: Apr 14 2025
12 Months of Safety | April 2025
There are 34,000 ladder‑related accidents annually in Canada.
Notice Issued: Apr 10 2025
Community Kitchen | Red Dress Day Workshop
Seabird health invites you to: Community Kitchen Red Dress Day Workshop.
Notice Issued: Apr 9 2025
Final Call For Artists and Crafters to Teach
Artists and Crafters will earn $300 per day. Please read more to learn how you can apply.
Notice Issued: Apr 9 2025
Sq'éwqel Community Kitchen & Workshops
Sq’éwqel Community Kitchen
Mill Hall – A notice will be sent out if the location is unavailable at any time.
Notice Issued: Apr 9 2025
Part Time Employment Opportunity
The Lower Fraser Fisheries Alliance (LFFA) is a collaboration of thirty First Nation communities from the mouth of the Fraser River to the Fraser Canyon.
Notice Issued: Apr 8 2025
Honouring Nigel's Journey to CEO of SQDC
We come together in gratitude and celebration of Nigel Selvaduari, who has been selected to become CEO of Sq’éwqel Development Corporation.
Notice Issued: Apr 8 2025
Quarterly Band Meeting | Hamper Pick-Up
The Seabird Island Band invites members to the Sq’éwqel Quarterly Band Meeting (Q3) on Wednesday, April 16, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM
Notice Issued: Apr 3 2025
Drone Operation | April 3, 2025
Please do not approach the drone pilot if the drone is in the air, the pilot does their best to fly at a minimum 30 meters away from bystanders…
Notice Issued: Apr 2 2025
Call Out For Catering | Easter Celebration
Seabird Island Events is seeking bids for: April 21, 2025. Please send quote including charge per plate and contact information.
Notice Issued: Apr 1 2025
Community Kitchen & Cedar Bundle Workshop
Join our Nutrition team, Val Thompson & Jaime Peters to make and take bean burritos! We will also make some to sample and share during this…
Notice Issued: Apr 1 2025
Public Notice
FireSmart BC | Creating A FireSmart Home
Your home’s first 1.5-meter perimeter is the most important zone! Keeping this area clear of flammable materials can make all the difference.
Notice Issued: Mar 31 2025
Community Water System Check
While we strive to keep the water system safe and clean, we regret any inconvenience and sincerely thank you for your patience
Notice Issued: Mar 26 2025
Planned Outage | April 3, 2025
BC Hydro has a planned power outage in our area due to a pole replacement.
Notice Issued: Mar 26 2025
Seabird Island Festival | Registration Open
Registration is NOW open for Seabird Island Festival.
Notice Issued: Mar 26 2025
BC First Nations Justice Council | Free Clinic
Join Our Drop-In Legal Clinic Tuesday, April 1 2025 – 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
Notice Issued: Mar 24 2025
Community Notice | Tenancy Agreement
It’s time to come down and sign your Tenancy Agreements! If you are unable to come in during the day, don’t worry…
Notice Issued: Mar 24 2025
Public Notice
FireSmart BC | Wildfire Season Is Here!
A few simple tasks can make all the difference in preventing or saving your home from a wildfire.
Notice Issued: Mar 24 2025
Honouring Our First Responders
Seabird Island invites you to join us on March 26, 2025.
Notice Issued: Mar 21 2025
Youth Field Trip | March, 26 2025
Limited spots (10) available! To participate, you need to register by March 25.
Notice Issued: Mar 21 2025
Public Notice
FireSmart BC | Ember's Spring Cleaning Tips
Did you know that embers from wildfires can travel up to 2 kms and ignite flammable debris around your home?
Notice Issued: Mar 20 2025
Public Notice
FireSmart BC | Ron Brent Elementary Case Study
Example of adapting the FireSmart BC curriculum to an outdoor based learning environment.
Notice Issued: Mar 20 2025
Public Notice
FireSmart BC | Lillooet Tribal Council
Lillooet Tribal Council shares their experience about working collaboratively in the communities.
Notice Issued: Mar 19 2025
Public Notice
FireSmart BC | Leq'á:mel First Nation
Leq’á:mel First Nation shares their experience of working with FireSmart BC…
Notice Issued: Mar 19 2025
Free Magic Workshop | March 24, 2025
Have you always wanted to learn how they do those magic tricks up close and personal?
Notice Issued: Mar 18 2025
Easter Celebration | April 21, 2025
Photo Booth, Make & Take Easter Cookie Bags, Egg Decorating, Make & Take Bannock Bags
Notice Issued: Mar 17 2025
Hearing Clinic With Amplifon
Hearing, screening, adjustments, cleanings, and battery replacements when needed.
Notice Issued: Mar 14 2025
Lab Day / Diabetic Support | Mobile LifeLabs
All Diabetics, and anyone needing their regular bloodwork with a requisition only.
Notice Issued: Mar 14 2025
Event
Spring Break Fair | March 17, 2025
Fun and Door Prizes: Join us for a chance to win a Nintendo Switch lite!
Notice Issued: Mar 13 2025
Event
Seabird Island Band | Elders Walking Program
Monthly Draw: To enter, you will have to show up every time that month.
Notice Issued: Mar 13 2025
Public Notice
Seabird Island Optometry Clinic | April 3-4
For an appointment please contact your Community Health Representative or…
Notice Issued: Mar 13 2025
Public Notice
Strengthening Our Services and Honouring Our Growth
From the beginning, Sq’éwqel’s approach to health and wellness has been guided…
Notice Issued: Mar 13 2025
Event
March Community Kitchen | Wednesday, March 12
Come have an enjoyable and nutritious day with Val Thomson and Jaime Peters!
Notice Issued: Mar 10 2025
Public Notice
Sq'éwqel Youth Wildfire Training Program 2025
This program is designed to provide youth (age 15-30) with a comprehensive…
Notice Issued: Mar 10 2025
Public Notice
Ensuring Pipeline Safety | Key Findings
Please find the summarized findings of the Transportation Safety Board (TSB) investigation regarding…
Notice Issued: Mar 10 2025
Public Notice
Community Infrastructure | Drone Operation
The following areas will be filmed by the Seabird Islands drone, Bird One: the Cultural building site…
Notice Issued: Mar 6 2025
Public Notice
Alexis Dr. | Temporary Water Shut Off
There will be a temporary outage of water on Alexis Drive between 10 and 11 AM.
Notice Issued: Mar 6 2025
Event
MCH | Women's Menstrual Health Workshop
The workshop will go over menstrual education and explain various menstrual products
Notice Issued: Mar 6 2025
Public Notice
Drug Alert | Fraser Health Region
Several samples sold as Fentanyl in the Fraser Health region tested positive for high levels of Carfentanil.
Notice Issued: Mar 6 2025
Public Notice
Cervical Cancer and Pap Tests Available
Cervical cancer screenings and Pap tests available April 15 at Sq’éwqel Doctor’s Office
Notice Issued: Mar 5 2025
Public Notice
BC Cancer Breast Screening | April 15, 2025
Mammograms are available for women ages 40+. Take a positive step for your health and…
Notice Issued: Mar 4 2025
Public Notice
Major Garbage Cancelled This Week
Our roll-off bin truck, used for large garbage and recycling, will be out of service…
Notice Issued: Mar 3 2025
Event
Small Business Startup Workshop
Sq’éwqel is hosting this workshop in partnership with Stó:lō Community Futures.
