It can be tricky spreading the word about an upcoming event, and without a doubt, the most prime real estate (imagine a marriage proposal?!?) is the Village of Pemberton's sign at the roundabout. Demand is high (and that's even without marriage proposals or 40th birthday announcements), so the Village has adopted a slightly more rigorous … Continue reading How to secure your event’s Sign space at the downtown Pemberton roundabout
Have you seen Stewardship Pemberton's amazing interpretive signs for the Nature Centre garden? We got a sneak peek of the project and showcased it throughout April, if you care to skim back through the archives. Here's one more... Ocean Spray.
Earlier this winter, I read a facebook post by my neighbour, Janet Oucherterlony, and it stuck in my mind for several days. When we ran into each other at the Wellness Gathering, knowing that she's been digging deep into her own personal wellness journey, I asked if she'd be willing to share her thoughts as … Continue reading Parenting. An ongoing opportunity to Lead by example.
Happy report from our birding correspondent, John Tschopp: the Western Screech Owl, which was found at One Mile lake, is back out in the wilds again. With the help of Brenda Lloyd and others it spent some weeks at Owl Rehab in Delta. Last week it was found to be fit for release. It was … Continue reading Come count birds. The Breeding Bird Survey Day is Saturday June 13.
Breaking News! (Okay, I say this with a little bit of sarcasm.) Scientists in Australia are starting to find physical evidence that ancient Aboriginal stories, especially of massive cataclysmic events like meteors and floods, are actually true. I eye-roll because I wonder why it's so hard for people to accept oral stories with weight and … Continue reading Gathering to learn how to share your stories, Ullus Community Centre, June 12
If you don't have cash, you you do have time and energy, this might be your ticket to the Pemberton Music Festival. Volunteer Coordinator Stephanie Nicoll is hosting a recruitment fair for Pemberton and Whistler Grade 11 and 12 students. You have to apply in person and be available for a post-festival shift on July … Continue reading Local Youth – Volunteer for the Pemberton Music Festival to Earn A Fest Ticket, Hiring Fair, June 10, 3:30pm
It's a bit of a hike to Squamish, but knowing how to write a grant proposal can make the difference between, well, getting the funding and not. Jordan Sturdy, our MLA for West Vancouver - Sea to Sky invites all Not for Profit Organizations to a: FREE Grant Writing Workshop Tuesday, June 16th, 2015 6:00 … Continue reading Free grant-writing workshop for non profts, Squamish, June 16. (Register by Friday 5th)
Many people are gathering in Ottawa from May 29 to June 3 to mark the ceremonial close of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC). The presentation of the final report will be streamed today. Last week, our MLA Jordan Sturdy acknowledged the work of the Winds of Change - one series of small steps working … Continue reading What can you do for Truth and Reconciliation today?
There's a national effort taking place this week. This is what it's about. "This is not aboriginal history. This is Canadian history. All are invited to bear witness, not as observers. It's not a passive activity. It's a very engaged activity. It's a pledge to be there, to be present, to learn and to take … Continue reading What are the Truth and Reconciliation Closing ceremonies about?
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