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. We are currently looking for women and girls in grades 9-12 to be a part of a mentorship program. Details on the volunteer page.
Looking to volunteer or get involved with NIMA in other ways? Go to our Volunteer Opportunities page. We are currently looking for women and girls in grades 9-12 to be a part of a mentorship program. Details on the volunteer page.
November Events
Monthly on Mondays and Wednesdays - NIMA Walking Group
Come walking with Melanie Archibald and the walking group. The group meets across from the Shoppers Drug Mart on Hilchey Road in Campbell River at 11am. The group will not be meeting on Nov 11th.
November 11th - Remembrance Day
Join us as we remember our local war veterans, beginning at 10:45 a.m.
November 15th - Flag Raising
Métis Flag Raising Ceremony in commemoration of Louis Riel at 11:00 a.m. in Spirit Square.
November 17th - Louis Riel Day
Dinner, music, activities and prizes. From 1-5 pm in the Conference Room at the Robron Centre.
November 19th - Tipi Teachings
NIMA members are invited to join Elder Bruce Dumont for the tipi blessing and set-up. Registration is required to attend. Volunteers are needed to assist in setting up the tipi. This is a great chance to learn more about tipis and the significance of each pole placement. To register or for more information, email programassistant@nimetis.com.
November 22nd - Dinner and Presentation with Lisa Shepherd
Lisa Shepherd will present her latest work - Forget-me-not, Métis Rose: the Far West. The presentation will be preceded by dinner. The event will begin at 5pm at the Robron Centre. The event is free for NIMA members to attend, but registration is required. Those who wish to attend but are not NIMA members will be required to pay a fee. To register or for more information, email programassistant@nimetis.com.
November 23rd - Traditional Beading with Lisa Shepherd
Lisa Shepherd will teach participants how to hand bead a lapel/sash pin. The goal will be for each participant to learn basic beadwork skills. THIS SESSION HAS SPACE FOR 12 PARTICIPANTS ONLY. The event is free for NIMA members to attend, but registration is required. Those who wish to attend but are not NIMA members will be required to pay a fee.To register or for more information, email programassistant@nimetis.com.
December Events
Monthly on Mondays and Wednesdays - NIMA Walking Group
Come walking with Melanie Archibald and the walking group. The group meets across from the Shoppers Drug Mart on Hilchey Road in Campbell River at 11am. The group will not be meeting on Dec 25.
December 15 - Xmas Potluck Dinner
Dinner and activities. Bring a dish to share. From 1-5 pm in the Conference Room at the Robron Centre.
Monthly on Mondays and Wednesdays - NIMA Walking Group
Come walking with Melanie Archibald and the walking group. The group meets across from the Shoppers Drug Mart on Hilchey Road in Campbell River at 11am. The group will not be meeting on Dec 25.
December 15 - Xmas Potluck Dinner
Dinner and activities. Bring a dish to share. From 1-5 pm in the Conference Room at the Robron Centre.