Saulteau First Nations

🧡🪶 Youth Support Coordinator – Drop-In Sessions This Week 🧡🪶 With Ethan Cameron @ The Cultural Centre Lounge
2025-08-07 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Edmonton) | SFN Cultural Centre - Elders Lounge
Tân’si! Ethan will be available for drop-in engagement sessions at the Cultural Centre Lounge for youth and community members who may have missed the July meeting or want to continue the conversation.
📅 Wednesday, August 6th | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📅 Thursday, August 7th | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
This is an opportunity to:
• 🗣️ Share ideas
• ❓ Ask questions
• 🌱 Learn about upcoming youth initiatives
📍 Location: Cultural Centre Lounge
📧 Contact: ecameron@saulteau.com
Hyi Hyi for your voice and presence. Everyone is welcome to stop by and connect!

📅 SFN Culture Camp 2025 – Day 1: Sunday, August 10 (@Carbon Lake)
2025-08-10 00:00 | Carbon Lake Lodge, 24948 Johnson Creek FSR, Hudson Hope, British, V0C 1V0, Canada
📅 Culture Camp – Day 1: Sunday, August 10th
Day 1 Events

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IMPORTANT INFO:
Camping Spots are Limited
Contact Carlee to book: cwestgate@saulteau.com
🧡 Tân’si nitôtêmak! Join us on the land for the first day of Culture Camp 2025 at Carbon Lake.
Day 1 Highlights:✔️ Set up camp✔️ Healing swing sessions (x3)✔️ Dry meat rack teachings✔️ Moose hunt (evening, led by Land Guardians)✔️ Campfire storytelling
📍 Starts: 10:00 AM – Carbon Lake📝 Don't forget to bring your own dishes, chairs, water bottles, and gear!
📎 See full posters attached and details below

Saulteau First Nations Culture Camp 2025

August 10–14 | Carbon Lake

Tân’si nitôtêmak,

Come spend time on the land with us for a week of learning, healing, and cultural connection. Whether you are staying the week or visiting for the day, this is a time for community, sharing, and growth across generations.

IMPORTANT INFO:
Camping Spots are Limited
Contact Carlee to book: cwestgate@saulteau.com
Packing Reminder

Please bring your own:
• Dishes, utensils, coffee cups, water bottles
• Bedding, chairs, flashlights, bear spray
• Small propane & biodegradable soap (for the shower house)
• Medications, rain gear, and personal items
• Drinking, cooking and dishes cleaning Water

No items will be provided onsite
No pets
This is a drug- and alcohol-free event

Need a Ride?
Call the Cultural Centre: 250-788-1123 on the day you plan to come out. Carpooling available.

Special Highlights:

Youth Survival Night
Tuesday, August 12
Led by Starr Gauthier & Julian Napoleon
Youth must register & sign a form at camp

Elders Helicopter Ride to Twin Sisters
Wednesday, August 13
Closed-toe footwear & windbreaker required
Register at camp the morning of (limited spots)

Daily Activities Include:
• Healing Swing Sessions
• Land-based teachings
• Fishing and nature walks
• Moose hide beading, tufting, and painting
• Skinning lessons and storytelling
• Scavenger hunts and guided group time

See posters for:
Daily Schedules
Packing List
Ride Info
Helicopter Ride & Youth Night flyers
Full details available today on the Saulteau App and Website (Uploading Now)

Kinanâskomitinawâw (We thank you all) for supporting land-based learning and community wellness.

We look forward to seeing you at SFN's Culture Camp 2025!

Kitimâkinân (We care for one another)

📅 SFN Culture Camp – Day 2: Monday, August 11th (@Carbon Lake)
2025-08-11 00:00 | Carbon Lake Lodge, 24948 Johnson Creek FSR, Hudson Hope, British, V0C 1V0, Canada
📅 Culture Camp – Day 2: Monday, August 11 @Carbon Lake Lodge
IMPORTANT INFO:
Camping Spots are Limited
Contact Carlee to book: cwestgate@saulteau.com

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🌿 A full day of learning and connection at Carbon Lake.
Day 2 Highlights:✔️ Medicine Man teachings with David Daniels (all day)✔️ Fishing demos with Land Guardians✔️ Waterfall walk (with Health Centre & Della Owens)✔️ Sling shot making with Josh Cameron✔️ Moose hide beading with Tylene Paquette✔️ Scavenger hunt + healing swing sessions
📝 Don't forget to bring your own dishes, chairs, water bottles, and gear!
📎 See full posters above and attached

Saulteau First Nations Culture Camp 2025

August 10–14 | Carbon Lake

Tân’si nitôtêmak,

Come spend time on the land with us for a week of learning, healing, and cultural connection. Whether you are staying the week or visiting for the day, this is a time for community, sharing, and growth across generations.

IMPORTANT INFO:
Camping Spots are Limited
Contact Carlee to book: cwestgate@saulteau.com

Packing Reminder

Please bring your own:
• Dishes, utensils, coffee cups, water bottles
• Bedding, chairs, flashlights, bear spray
• Small propane & biodegradable soap (for the shower house)
• Medications, rain gear, and personal items
• Drinking, cooking and dishes cleaning Water

No items will be provided onsite
No pets
This is a drug- and alcohol-free event

Need a Ride?
Call the Cultural Centre: 250-788-1123 on the day you plan to come out. Carpooling available.

Special Highlights:

Youth Survival Night
Tuesday, August 12
Led by Starr Gauthier & Julian Napoleon
Youth must register & sign a form at camp

Elders Helicopter Ride to Twin Sisters
Wednesday, August 13
Closed-toe footwear & windbreaker required
Register at camp the morning of (limited spots)

Daily Activities Include:
• Healing Swing Sessions
• Land-based teachings
• Fishing and nature walks
• Moose hide beading, tufting, and painting
• Skinning lessons and storytelling
• Scavenger hunts and guided group time

See posters for:
Daily Schedules
Packing List
Ride Info
Helicopter Ride & Youth Night flyers
Full details available today on the Saulteau App and Website (Uploading Now)

Kinanâskomitinawâw (We thank you all) for supporting land-based learning and community wellness.

We look forward to seeing you at SFN's Culture Camp 2025!

Kitimâkinân (We care for one another)

📅 SFN Culture Camp – Day 3: Tuesday, August 12th (@Carbon Lake)
2025-08-12 00:00 | Carbon Lake Lodge, 24948 Johnson Creek FSR, Hudson Hope, British, V0C 1V0, Canada
📅 Culture Camp – Day 2: Day 3: Tuesday, August 12th @Carbon Lake Lodge
IMPORTANT INFO:
Camping Spots are Limited
Contact Carlee to book: cwestgate@saulteau.com

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🧡 Tân’si nitôtêmak! Join us on the land for the first day of Culture Camp 2025 at Carbon Lake.
📅 Culture Camp – Day 3: Tuesday, August 12th
🔥 Day 3 is youth-focused with special teachings and skill building!
Day 3 Highlights:✔️ Tufting with Tylene Paquette✔️ Hiking with TREP & Mental Health Team✔️ Skinning lessons with Porky Garbitt✔️ Youth Survival Night – With Starr Gauthier & Julian Napoleon✔️ More healing swing & scavenger hunt time
🎒 Youth joining the Survival Night must register at camp and have a signed form.
📎 See full posters above and attached

Saulteau First Nations Culture Camp 2025

August 10–14 | Carbon Lake

Tân’si nitôtêmak,

Come spend time on the land with us for a week of learning, healing, and cultural connection. Whether you are staying the week or visiting for the day, this is a time for community, sharing, and growth across generations.

IMPORTANT INFO:
Camping Spots are Limited
Contact Carlee to book: cwestgate@saulteau.com
Packing Reminder

Please bring your own:
• Dishes, utensils, coffee cups, water bottles
• Bedding, chairs, flashlights, bear spray
• Small propane & biodegradable soap (for the shower house)
• Medications, rain gear, and personal items
• Drinking, cooking and dishes cleaning Water

No items will be provided onsite
No pets
This is a drug- and alcohol-free event

Need a Ride?
Call the Cultural Centre: 250-788-1123 on the day you plan to come out. Carpooling available.

Special Highlights:

Youth Survival Night
Tuesday, August 12
Led by Starr Gauthier & Julian Napoleon
Youth must register & sign a form at camp

Elders Helicopter Ride to Twin Sisters
Wednesday, August 13
Closed-toe footwear & windbreaker required
Register at camp the morning of (limited spots)

Daily Activities Include:
• Healing Swing Sessions
• Land-based teachings
• Fishing and nature walks
• Moose hide beading, tufting, and painting
• Skinning lessons and storytelling
• Scavenger hunts and guided group time

See posters for:
Daily Schedules
Packing List
Ride Info
Helicopter Ride & Youth Night flyers
Full details available today on the Saulteau App and Website (Uploading Now)

Kinanâskomitinawâw (We thank you all) for supporting land-based learning and community wellness.

We look forward to seeing you at SFN's Culture Camp 2025!

Kitimâkinân (We care for one another)

📅 SFN Culture Camp – Day 4: Wednesday, August 13th (@Carbon Lake)
2025-08-13 00:00 | Carbon Lake Lodge, 24948 Johnson Creek FSR, Hudson Hope, British, V0C 1V0, Canada
📅 Culture Camp – Day 4: Wednesday, August 13th @Carbon Lake Lodge
IMPORTANT INFO:
Camping Spots are Limited
Contact Carlee to book: cwestgate@saulteau.com

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🧡 Our final full day together on the land.
📅 Culture Camp – Day 4: Wednesday, August 13
Day 4 Highlights:✔️ Elders Helicopter Rides to Twin Sisters 🚁✔️ Rock painting with Montana Fuller✔️ Mini beaded lanyards with Christina Garbitt✔️ Painting with Tammy Watson✔️ Raw hide painting & dancing with Tylene Paquette✔️ Pugeesee Night 🌌
🎒 Elders: Please wear closed-toe shoes and windbreaker for the helicopter ride. Sign-up that morning.
📎 See full posters above and attached

Saulteau First Nations Culture Camp 2025

August 10–14 | Carbon Lake

Tân’si nitôtêmak,

Come spend time on the land with us for a week of learning, healing, and cultural connection. Whether you are staying the week or visiting for the day, this is a time for community, sharing, and growth across generations.

IMPORTANT INFO:
Camping Spots are Limited
Contact Carlee to book: cwestgate@saulteau.com
Packing Reminder

Please bring your own:
• Dishes, utensils, coffee cups, water bottles
• Bedding, chairs, flashlights, bear spray
• Small propane & biodegradable soap (for the shower house)
• Medications, rain gear, and personal items
• Drinking, cooking and dishes cleaning Water

No items will be provided onsite
No pets
This is a drug- and alcohol-free event

Need a Ride?
Call the Cultural Centre: 250-788-1123 on the day you plan to come out. Carpooling available.

Special Highlights:

Youth Survival Night
Tuesday, August 12
Led by Starr Gauthier & Julian Napoleon
Youth must register & sign a form at camp

Elders Helicopter Ride to Twin Sisters
Wednesday, August 13
Closed-toe footwear & windbreaker required
Register at camp the morning of (limited spots)

Daily Activities Include:
• Healing Swing Sessions
• Land-based teachings
• Fishing and nature walks
• Moose hide beading, tufting, and painting
• Skinning lessons and storytelling
• Scavenger hunts and guided group time

See posters for:
Daily Schedules
Packing List
Ride Info
Helicopter Ride & Youth Night flyers
Full details available today on the Saulteau App and Website (Uploading Now)

Kinanâskomitinawâw (We thank you all) for supporting land-based learning and community wellness.

We look forward to seeing you at SFN's Culture Camp 2025!

Kitimâkinân (We care for one another)

🎨🏒 Calling All SFN Artists! 🏒🎨
2025-09-03 08:00 - 2025-09-04 16:00 | Saulteau First Nations Cultural Centre, 1706 Boucher Lake Rd.
Tânsi! 🌿✨ Drop-in sessions for the 2025 Para Cup Art Program are still happening TODAY & TOMORROW at the SFN Cultural Centre.

Looking for a chance to share your art with the 🌍 world? This is your opportunity to have your work featured on Para-Sticks used in the 2025 Para Hockey Cup games in Dawson Creek this winter! 🧡
Your designs will honor the themes of:🪶 Adversity | 🌞 Hope | 🌍 Connection | 💪🏽 Empowerment | 🏒 Sport
📅 Drop-in sessions: TODAY & TOMORROW – supplies provided✨ After-hours or extra time to finish your stick can be arranged⏳ Final deadline: September 15th
Don’t miss out on this incredible chance to showcase your creativity and spirit on the international stage! ✨
❓ Questions?📧 Ethan – ecameron@saulteau.com📧 Tylene – tpaquette@saulteau.comOr stop by the Cultural Centre to chat in person.

Live Music at the Pemmican Grounds!
2025-09-04 17:30 - 22:00 | Pemmican Grounds
Live Music at the Pemmican Grounds!

Tânsi SFN Members & Families,

Come on down to the Pemmican Grounds on Thursday, September 4th at 5:30 PM for an evening of music, dancing, and community!

We are excited to welcome The Highway 29 Band to the stage — get ready to listen and dance to some great tunes!

What to bring: Your dancing shoes A chair Your family & friends

Coffee, tea, and hot chocolate will be provided by our Culture Centre team.

See you there!

Amisk Farm Open House
2025-09-05 11:00 | Amisk Farm, 5171 Napoleon Rd, Moberly Lake, British Columbia, V0C 1X0, Canada
SFN Community Event – Amisk Farm Open House

Tânsi SFN Community!

Amisk Farm, together with the Klinse-za Cultural Society, invites the community to their Open House! Right here in our community.

Friday, September 5th
5171 Napoleon Rd, Moberly Lake
Farm Tours – 11 AM | 1 PM | 3 PM
Lunch at 12 PM
Snacks available all day

This is a chance to learn about the farm, the Klinse-za Cultural Society, and spend time together as a community. Everyone is welcome, bring your family and friends!

Come together to support this community-based initiative.

🍯 Haskap Jam-Making Class
2025-09-05 15:30 - 18:30 | New Beginnings House
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🌿🫐 Co-Ed Youth Haskap Activity 🫐🌿
Tânsi! Saulteau First Nations is hosting a fun co-ed youth event you won’t want to miss:
🍇 Haskap Berry Picking
📅 September 5th, 2025🕞 3:30 PM – 6:30 PM📍 New Beginnings House🍽 Snacks & refreshments provided
✨ For ages 9 and up. Youth under 9 must be accompanied by an adult.📞 Contact Shay to sign up: (250)-874-9604⚡ Limited seats available for berry picking , please sign up early!
Let us come together for learning, laughter, and some tasty Haskap treats! 🫐💜

Saulteau First Nations Community Golf Tournament 2025
2025-09-06 08:00 - 2025-09-07 19:00 | Dawson Creek Golf & Country Club, 2121 Alaska Hwy, Dawson Creek, BC, Canada
🪶🌿🏌️‍♀️ Saulteau First Nations Community Golf Tournament 2025 🏌️‍♂️🌾🪻
Mark your calendars and get your teams ready — our annual golf tourney is back!
📍 Dawson Creek Golf & Country Club📅 September 6 & 7, 2025⏰ Tee Off at 9:30 AM🍳 Breakfast (Sat & Sun) at 8:30 AM🍽️ Saturday Dinner at 6:30 PM
💸 $100 per player👥 1 female per team required
🌟 Open to everyone!🔒 18 team spots reserved for SFN members until August 25 — then open to all!
🏆 1st • 2nd • 3rd Place Trophies!
🚌 No bussing this year — please plan for a safe ride home. 🧡
📞 Register with Carlee at 250-788-7370📧 cwestgate@saulteau.com
🌈 Let’s come together in a good way for a weekend of laughter, connection, and friendly competition. See you on the green!

Office Closure Today, Monday, Sept 8th, 2025
2025-09-08 08:00 - 17:00 | Saulteau First Nations Band Office, 1717 Boucher Lake Rd, Moberly Lake, BC, V0C 1X0, Canada
Office Closure
Monday, Sept 8th, 2025 (Today)
The Saulteau First Nations offices will be closed today out of respect for the recent passing in our community.
Offices will re-open on Tomorrow, Tuesday, Sept,9th 2025.
This closure is at the request of the family, and we join them in honoring and supporting them during this difficult time.

🥩🔥 Meat Canning Class 🔥🥩
2025-09-11 16:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-18 16:00 - 20:00 | New Beginnings House
Meat Canning Class

Tânsi! Come learn the skill of nista ᓂᐢᑕ (Bison) canning with gravy, taught by Darrell (Porky) Garbitt.

Class One: Thursday, Sept 11, 2025 – 4–8 PM
Class Two: Thursday, Sept 18, 2025 – 4–8 PM
New Beginnings House

Two separate classes, limited seating, sign up to attend!

To register: cgauthier@hotmail.com

(250) 788-7262

ᑭᓇᓇᐢᑯᒥᑎᓇᐣ Kinanâskomitinân (Thank you)

#SaulteauFirstNations #MeatCanning #Nista #Bison #FoodSovereignty #CommunitySkills

🏹 Boys Youth Archery Group
2025-09-12 15:30 - 18:30 | Pemmican Grounds
Tânsi! (Tᐋᓐᓯ) 👋We have got some exciting Youth activities coming up this month – make sure to sign up and join in the fun!
🏹 Boys Youth Archery Group📅 September 12th | 🕒 3:30–6:30 PM📍 Pemmican Grounds🥤 Snacks & refreshments provided
📌 Please register with Shay Garbitt📞 (250)-874-9604📧 sgarbitt@saulteau.com
Kinanâskomitin (ᑭᓇᓈᐢᑯᒥᑎᐣ) 💛

🧴 Girls Youth Group: DIY Face Masks & Body Scrubs
2025-09-19 15:30 - 18:30 | New Beginnings House
Tânsi! (Tᐋᓐᓯ) 👋We have got some exciting Youth activities coming up this month – make sure to sign up and join in the fun!
🧴 Girls Youth Group: DIY Face Masks & Body Scrubs📅 September 19th | 🕒 3:30–6:30 PM📍 New Beginnings House🥤 Snacks & refreshments provided
📌 Please register with Shay Garbitt📞 (250)-874-9604📧 sgarbitt@saulteau.com
Kinanâskomitin (ᑭᓇᓈᐢᑯᒥᑎᐣ) 💛

✨📽️ Film Night – Saulteau First Nations Cultural Centre✨📽️
2025-09-22 18:00 - 19:30 | Saulteau First Nations Cultural Centre, 1706 Boucher Lake Rd.
Sept 22 , Monday! Film Night – Saulteau First Nations Cultural Centre

tânsi!
Ever wonder what really happens at our Caribou Pen and what our Nations are doing with the project?

Join us for Film Night September 15 • 6:00–7:30 PM at the Cultural Centre Gymnasium.

Screening a brand-new 50-minute documentary plus short films featuring our very own band members!

Popcorn & iced tea provided — everyone welcome.

Questions?
Sandra Alexander — Executive Assistant, SFN Treaty Rights & Environmental Protection
250-788-7290

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🧡🌿SFN Health Fair – Everyone Welcome! 🌿🧡
2025-09-25 10:00 - 15:00 | Saulteau First Nations Cultural Centre, 1706 Boucher Lake Rd.
Health Fair – Everyone Welcome!

tânsi!

Saulteau First Nations and West Moberly First Nations invite you to join us for a Health Fair at the SFN Cultural Centre Gym.

Connect with health and wellness vendors
Explore resources to support your well-being
Take part in healing and wellness sessions for the whole community

This is a chance to learn, share, and celebrate health together - hyi hyi

SFN Cultural Centre – Gym
Thursday, September 25th, 2025
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM

Everyone is welcome – we look forward to seeing you there!

#SaulteauFirstNations #WestMoberlyFirstNations #HealthFair #CommunityWellness

🎯 Co-Ed Archery Night
2025-09-26 15:30 - 18:30 | Pemmican Grounds
Tânsi! (Tᐋᓐᓯ) 👋We have got some exciting activities coming up this month – make sure to sign up and join in the fun!
🎯 Co-Ed Archery Night📅 September 26th | 🕒 3:30–6:30 PM📍 Meet at Pemmican🍽 Dinner & supplies provided👉 Ages 9+ (under 9 must be with an adult)

📌 Please register with Shay Garbitt📞 (250)-874-9604📧 sgarbitt@saulteau.com
Kinanâskomitin (ᑭᓇᓈᐢᑯᒥᑎᐣ) 💛

After School Program - Cultural Centre
2025-10-20 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-21 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-22 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-23 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-27 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-28 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-29 15:00 - 17:00, 2025-10-30 15:00 - 17:00 | SFN Cultural Centre

💪 Morning Bootcamp 💪
2025-10-21 07:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-23 07:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-28 07:00 - 20:00, 2025-10-30 07:00 - 20:00 | SFN Cultural Centre Weightroom
Morning Bootcamp

Please note: there will be video recording inside the weightroom during class times (Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7–8AM).

If you’re not comfortable being on camera, you’re welcome to come into the SFN Culture Centre Weightroom before 7AM or after 8AM instead.

Join Elaine for a fun fitness circuit live via Zoom, streamed directly to our SFN Culture Centre Weightroom!

You can join in person at the gym or request the link to participate from home.

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 7–8AM
Culture Centre Weightroom
Register for the Zoom link: mfuller@saulteau.com
