Are you an Indigenous community member interested in launching an Indigenous tourism business? Do you need some help developing your business concept? Applications are now invited for an all-expenses paid new Indigenous Tourism Start-Up Program, just launched by the Squamish Lil̓wat Cultural Centre and the Whistler Centre for Sustainably. Thanks to funding from the province … Continue reading Indigenous Tourism Start Up Program launched, to support indigenous businesses get underway. Apply by May 31.
Think ahead, be prepared: Emergency Preparedness Open House, May 11, 11am – 2pm
Grab a hot dog for lunch (by donation) and get informed on how to be better prepared to respond to an emergency. We live in a dynamic environment. Do you part to be educated about what that means.
Friends of the Library Bookstall takes place on Friday, May 10, 10am – 6pm, on the library deck!
It's back, with a new location, to avoid the downtown revitalization works! The Friends of the Pemberton Library are hosting their annual used book sale on May 10th, and the action will take place on the deck of the Library. All proceeds will help support the Pemberton Library. When: Friday, May 10, 10 am to … Continue reading Friends of the Library Bookstall takes place on Friday, May 10, 10am – 6pm, on the library deck!
Sea to Sky Invasives take over The Wellness Almanac’s instagram account!
https://www.instagram.com/p/BxI7ktNhonN/ We kick off Invasive Species month with a guest takeover of our instagram account by Sea to Sky Invasives (@ssinvasives) as they stack their office with summer staff and get ready to #stopthespread of invasive species across the Sea to Sky region.
Aboriginal entrepreneurs wanted!
Do you want to start your own business?? Líl̓wat Employment & Training is offering an Entrepreneur Startup Program.
Sighted: the Ruby-Crowned Ringlet
The latest report from our man with the binocs, John Tschopp: How often do we get to see the crown on a Kinglet ? The only time I ever seen one, was on a dead one. A few days ago there was a Kinglet in the Maple tree. These little birds move like fleas and … Continue reading Sighted: the Ruby-Crowned Ringlet
Lil’wat Nation is hiring for two new roles: an agricultural manager, and a senior researcher. Applications due May 10
Are you passionate about food sovereignty, resilience, Lil'wat history and community traditions? Two new roles, each full-time for two years, have been created, and are hiring now. The Senior Researcher will be tasked with leading and conducting surveys, focus groups, interviews, analyzing and reporting data into LIL’WAT systems, procedures and community processes. In this position, … Continue reading Lil’wat Nation is hiring for two new roles: an agricultural manager, and a senior researcher. Applications due May 10
May the 4th Storytime at the Library, 11am
May the fourth be with you! The force is strong at Pemberton Library Star Wars Event Saturday May 4th at 11:00 am Read, we will! Star Wars themed Stories, Crafts, Games and Yoda Yoga For Padawans of all ages!
Plant Sale at the Legion at 9am.
The annual plant and bake sale takes place Saturday, May 4th, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Bake Sale, concession, annual and perennial plants. Pemberton seed potatoes. Please no early birds. Huge thanks to the members of the Womens Institute and all those who share their plants with us, and bring the community together every spring … Continue reading Plant Sale at the Legion at 9am.
When one million views is warranted
15 year old Rebecca Strong, a Saskatchewan made CBC headlines back in January when a video her dad made of her practicing a Demi Lovato song went viral. Like 500,000 views and 11,000 shares. She had been practising for Voices of the North, a showcase for northern performers that was held in Prince Albert from Feb. … Continue reading When one million views is warranted