Events
NIMA programming and events are free to NIMA members unless otherwise stated. Please look below each month calendar for details about the listed events. To register for an event or for more information, please contact our office by email (office@nimetis.com) or phone (250-287-7417).
Looking to volunteer or get involved with NIMA in other ways? Go to our Volunteer Opportunities page.
Looking to volunteer or get involved with NIMA in other ways? Go to our Volunteer Opportunities page.
February Events
February 21st - Lisa Shepherd Dinner & Presentation
Lisa Shepherd will join us for a dinner gathering. After dinner, Lisa will provide a Métis culture and history talk using different pieces of Métis art, crafts and clothing as beginning points. Topics include caribou tufting, the firebag, traditional Métis style pointed moccasins, use of horsehair, and the importance of mousetracks. Registration is required to accurately plan food amounts, please email programassistant@nimetis.com to attend or if you have any questions. Non-members can attend for a $10 fee.
February 22st - Porcupine Quill Art with Lisa Shepherd
Lisa Shepherd will teach the basics of quilling on a swatch of wool or leather. The goal will be for each participant to learn basic beadwork skills. The level of completion will depend on the skill set of the participants. The session will run from 9:30am - 3:00pm, and lunch will be provided. Registration is required, please email programassistant@nimetis.com to attend or if you have any questions. Non-members can register for a $20 fee, but please note NIMA members and associate members will be given priority seating.
March Events
Indigenous Run/Walk (IRW) Program
The IRW program is a 13 week program. This program has already started, and you must be registered to participate. For more information, email fitnesscoordinator@nimetis.com.
FitNation Program (March 21st - May 9th)
FitNation is a fitness program designed for all levels of fitness and mobility. Participants will spend an hour together warming up, exercising, and stretching all while having fun. There will be something for everyone, so all ages (including children) are welcome. For those with mobility issues, there will be modifications available. Every time you attend a FitNation class, your name will be entered into a draw for a gift card. The gift card will be drawn at the end of the 8 weeks, so the more sessions you attend the better your chances are to win. This program does not require registration, and drop-ins are welcome.
March 1st - Métis Women's Retreat
Join us for a day of laughing, learning and activities. Sessions will include drumming, bannock making and women's history. NIMA is offering travel reimbursements for NIMA members who live more than 70 kms north or west of Campbell River and wish to attend this event. For a schedule of the events or information about the travel funding, click here. Registration is required to accurately plan food amounts, please email programassistant@nimetis.com to attend or if you have any questions. Métis women from all Vancouver Island communities are welcome to attend.
March 3rd - 5th Annual Winter Warrior Walk/Run
SD 72 students will complete a 5km or 10km walk or run at Elk Falls Provincial Park (Quinsam Campground). We are looking for people interested in helping on the day of the event. If you would like to help, please contact the NIMA office at office@nimetis.com.
March 28th & 29th - Weaving Our Knowledge: Métis Culture Conference
Information will be posted soon.