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UID:600-1777615200-1777665600@westkootenaymetis.ca
SUMMARY:WKMS Book Club
DESCRIPTION:The WKMS Book Club aims to foster a community of readers who are eager to dive into captivating stories with an Indigenous theme. Each month\, we will select a new book to read and discuss by an Indigenous or a settler author\, allowing members to explore various themes\, cultures\, and perspectives. \n\nOur book club is a safe space. Please be respectful\, considerate\, and kind to one another. \nThis book club takes place via zoom. \n\nIf you are interested in joining the book club please email we***************@***il.com for further details!
URL:https://westkootenaymetis.ca/event/wkms-book-club/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260502T150000
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SUMMARY:Mocassin Workshop - Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Join Ann-Marie for part two of the mocassin workshop! Please make sure you bring your projects with you. \nWe will be doing lunch pot luck style so please bring an item to share with the group!
URL:https://westkootenaymetis.ca/event/mocassin-workshop-part-2/
LOCATION:KAST (Kootenay Association for Science & Technology)\, 91-D Baker St\, Nelson\, BC\, V1L 4G8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260505T130000
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UID:636-1777986000-1777995000@westkootenaymetis.ca
SUMMARY:MMIWG2S
DESCRIPTION:Join us on May 5 as we gather in remembrance\, solidarity\, and action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls (MMIWG). This day is a time to honour the lives lost\, support families and communities\, and raise awareness of the ongoing crisis. \nWe will begin with a march from Cottonwood Park to City Hall. Participants are encouraged to bring their drums as we walk together in unity and remembrance. \nFollowing the march\, we will gather at the Nelson Museum\, Archives & Gallery for light snacks and refreshments. This will be a space to connect\, reflect\, and support one another. \nAfterward\, attendees are invited to visit the REDress exhibit inside the museum. This powerful installation serves as a visual reminder of the missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls\, calling attention to their absence and the need for justice. \nAll are welcome to attend. Please come with respect and an open heart.
URL:https://westkootenaymetis.ca/event/mmiwg2s/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260506T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260506T173000
DTSTAMP:20260529T105551
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UID:603-1778081400-1778088600@westkootenaymetis.ca
SUMMARY:Ribbon Skirt/Pants/Shorts/Dresses Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday until the end of May to make Ribbon Skirts/ Pants/ Shorts / Dresses. Supplies will be provided but limited. Feel free to bring supplies if you have it! \nThis event is taking place at a school and for safety reasons we cannot publicly disclose the location of this event. Please email we***************@***il.com to confirm and Nicole will provide you with further details via email or phone.
URL:https://westkootenaymetis.ca/event/ribbon-skirt-pants-shorts-dresses-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260506T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260506T200000
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CREATED:20260428T171202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T171202Z
UID:640-1778090400-1778097600@westkootenaymetis.ca
SUMMARY:May 2026 Special MNGA - MNBC (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:On April 20\, 2026\, the MNBC Board of Directors approved the following resolution: \nTHAT the MNBC Board of Directors call a virtual Special Metis Nation Governing Assembly on May 6\, 2026 at 6 PM for the purposes of calling a byelection and considering other matters related to the byelection\, as necessary; and \nFURTHER THAT the MNBC Board of Directors recommends September 12\, 2026\, as the byelection date for the MNGA’s consideration. \nMétis Nation British Columbia hereby serves official notice to all Métis Nation Governing Assembly members that there will be a Special MNGA\, convening virtually on May 6\, 2026\, at 6:00 PM PT\, for the purposed noted above.
URL:https://westkootenaymetis.ca/event/may-2026-special-mnga-mnbc-virtual/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260513T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260513T173000
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CREATED:20260421T193215Z
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UID:609-1778686200-1778693400@westkootenaymetis.ca
SUMMARY:Ribbon Skirt Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday to make Ribbon Skirts/ Pants/ Shorts / Dresses. Supplies will be provided but limited. Feel free to bring supplies if you have it! \nThis event is taking place at a school and for safety reasons we cannot publicly disclose the location of this event. Please email we***************@***il.com to confirm and Nicole will provide you with further details via email or phone.
URL:https://westkootenaymetis.ca/event/ribbon-skirt-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260514T053000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260514T203000
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CREATED:20260430T165530Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260430T165607Z
UID:643-1778736600-1778790600@westkootenaymetis.ca
SUMMARY:Moose Hide Campaign
DESCRIPTION:Please contact ne****************@***il.com if you require further details.
URL:https://westkootenaymetis.ca/event/moose-hide-campaign/
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SUMMARY:Ribbon Skirt Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday to make Ribbon Skirts/ Pants/ Shorts / Dresses. Supplies will be provided but limited. Feel free to bring supplies if you have it! \nThis event is taking place at a school and for safety reasons we cannot publicly disclose the location of this event. Please email we***************@***il.com to confirm and Nicole will provide you with further details via email or phone.
URL:https://westkootenaymetis.ca/event/ribbon-skirt-workshop-2/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260523T170000
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UID:631-1779541200-1779555600@westkootenaymetis.ca
SUMMARY:Community Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of outdoor fun! \nWe will be having a fire going\, yard games set up\, and we’ll have bannock dogs ready to roast! \nThis is a potluck style event so please bring a dish to share with everyone. \nBring your own chairs and whatever else you think you will need for outside. \nLooking forward to gathering with everyone! \n**the property may be difficult to find. Watch out for our West Kootenay Métis sandwich board and look out for the broken wagon wheel. If you have difficulties locating the property call 236-972-9311 and I will come guide you! \nPlease email Charly at we***************@***il.com to RRSP
URL:https://westkootenaymetis.ca/event/community-gathering-2/
LOCATION:May Community Event Location\, 2013 Hwy 3A\, Nelson\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T173000
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CREATED:20260421T193451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T193451Z
UID:613-1779895800-1779903000@westkootenaymetis.ca
SUMMARY:Ribbon Skirt Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us every Wednesday to make Ribbon Skirts/ Pants/ Shorts / Dresses. Supplies will be provided but limited. Feel free to bring supplies if you have it! \nThis event is taking place at a school and for safety reasons we cannot publicly disclose the location of this event. Please email we***************@***il.com to confirm and Nicole will provide you with further details via email or phone.
URL:https://westkootenaymetis.ca/event/ribbon-skirt-workshop-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260530T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260530T150000
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CREATED:20260511T194459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T194459Z
UID:651-1780131600-1780153200@westkootenaymetis.ca
SUMMARY:Pine Needle Basket Workshop
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to announce that we will be hosting a pine needle basket workshop. \nThis workshop is kid friendly & lunch will be provided. \n15 spots available. \nPlease email: we***************@***il.com to reserve your spot.
URL:https://westkootenaymetis.ca/event/pine-needle-basket-workshop/
LOCATION:KAST (Kootenay Association for Science & Technology)\, 91-D Baker St\, Nelson\, BC\, V1L 4G8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260606T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260607T160000
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CREATED:20260520T165127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260520T165150Z
UID:669-1780736400-1780848000@westkootenaymetis.ca
SUMMARY:Summer 2026 MNBC MNGA (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:MNBC’s Summer MNGA will be convening virtually from June 6-7. \nCitizen’s will be able to watch the livestream via MNBC’s YouTube channel here: \nMétis Nation British Columbia – YouTube \nFor access to the official page and for other pertaining details click here: \n2026 Summer MNGA | MNBC
URL:https://westkootenaymetis.ca/event/summer-2026-mnbc-mnga-virtual/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260621T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260621T170000
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CREATED:20260514T163140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T165455Z
UID:656-1782046800-1782061200@westkootenaymetis.ca
SUMMARY:National Indigenous Peoples Day
DESCRIPTION:JOIN US \n\n\nFor National Indigenous Peoples Day:\n\n\n1:00pm-5:00pm\nLakeside Park Rotary Shelter\nPublic Event\n\n\nNational Indigenous Peoples day is a day to celebrate the rich traditions\, cultures\, and contributions of Indigenous peoples in Canada. Join us in celebration!\n\n\n**We are still seeking and accepting Indigenous vendors / performers. If you are interested please email we***************@***il.com **
URL:https://westkootenaymetis.ca/event/national-indigenous-peoples-day/
LOCATION:Lakeside Rotary Shelter\, 306 Elwyn Street\, Nelson\, BC\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260815T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260815T235959
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CREATED:20260421T194701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T194701Z
UID:615-1786752000-1786838399@westkootenaymetis.ca
SUMMARY:Vancouver Island Métis Rendezvous 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Vancouver Island Métis Rendezvous is a volunteer run effort to create a gathering for Métis folk to celebrate culture & community. \nLive fiddle\, jigging\, vendors\, food\, cultural games and so much more!!
URL:https://westkootenaymetis.ca/event/vancouver-island-metis-rendezvous-2026/
LOCATION:Cowichan Exhibition Park\, 7380 Trans Canada Hwy\, North Cowichan\, BC\, V9L6B1\, Canada
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