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.
January Events
Monthly on Mondays and Wednesdays - Indigenous Run/Walk (IRW) Program
The IRW program is a 13 week program where you will gradually increase your walking distance, ending with a ten kilometer final walk. The walks will be along the sea walk where we will enjoy the beauty of the ocean and the company of each other. All levels of fitness welcome, as no one will be left behind! Feel free to bring your small children walking or in strollers. Sorry, no dogs allowed. Names of attendees will be entered into a draw each session for a gift card prize. The more sessions you attend, the better your odds are for winning. To register for this program, email fitnesscoordinator@nimetis.com. The program begins January 20th.
Registration is required before January 20th. You must be registered for this program to participate.
February Events
Indigenous Run/Walk (IRW) Program
The IRW program is a 13 week program where you will gradually increase your walking distance, ending with a ten kilometer final walk. The walks will be along the sea walk where we will enjoy the beauty of the ocean and the company of each other. All levels of fitness welcome, as no one will be left behind! Feel free to bring your small children walking or in strollers. Sorry, no dogs allowed. Names of attendees will be entered into a draw each session for a gift card prize. The more sessions you attend, the better your odds are for winning. To register for this program, email fitnesscoordinator@nimetis.com. The program begins January 20th.
Registration is required before January 20th. You must be registered for this program to participate.
February 1st - Capote Making Workshop
Join us in making a traditional Métis style capote. A capote is a winter coat made from a Hudson Bay point blanket. We will be learning about the history of the HBC blanket and the Métis capote. Each attendee will make their own capote to take home. The event will run from 9am - 5pm. Breakfast snacks and lunch will be provided. Registration is required, please email programassistant@nimetis.com to attend or if you have any questions. All attendees will be required to pay a fee of $500 in advance, regardless whether you are a NIMA member, although NIMA members/associate members in good standing will be given preference for seats. Seats are very limited (only 2 seats left as of Jan 23rd) so register as soon as possible.
February 11th - 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.
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.
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.