Pre-K Registration Day - Tuesday, April 23rd, 2024

An opportunity to check out your child's hearing, speech/language, vision, oral health, nutrition & healthy development, as well as get them registered for Pre-K. (For children born in 2020)

Appointments are required. Please call Lyn Sack at 902-758-4593 to schedule your appointment.

Aboriginal Head Start Wellness & Registration Day - Tuesday, April 16th, 2024

An opportunity to check out your child's hearing, speech/language, vision, oral health, nutrition & healthy development, as well as get them registered for the Aboriginal Head Start program. (For children born in 2021)

Appointments are required. Please call Andrea Brooks at 902-758-3945 to schedule your appointment.

On April 4th, 2024, join Tajikeimɨk - Mi'kmaw Health and Wellness for a Mawio'mo'ji'j at Sipekne'katik Community Centre from 9:00am-4:00pm.

This is a time to share your thoughts on health and wellness for our community and help celebrate the start of the health transformation journey.

The Mawio'mi'ji'j will include talking circles, lunch, door prizes and a grand prize. We hope to see you there! Please register so we can plan food and space for everyone: bit.ly/3I5pJT0.

Join us for a Meet & Greet with Sipekne'katik Family Well Being Program on Thursday, March 28th, 2024 from 2:00pm until 6:00pm at Sipekne'katik Administrative Building. (Blue Building behind Sipekne'katik Band Office)

This is an opportunity to meet the team, learn about their program, their mission and their goals, and enjoy snacks and refreshments. All are welcome!

Join us for an Art Workshop with renowned First Nations artist Leonard Paul. The workshop will take place on Saturday, March 23rd, 2024 from 9:00am until 4:00pm.

Limited spaces are available. To register, please call 902-236-3024 or 902-236-3022. To learn more about Leonard and his work, you can visit: https://leonardpaulfoxtraileditions.com/

This workshop is sponsored by Sipekne'katik Education Department.

GED testing is taking place in the community on Thursday, March 21st, and Friday, March 22nd. Full details can be found on the poster above, for more information, contact the Sipekne'katik Employment & Training Office.

Nova Scotia Public Health will be offering Measles Immunizations to all people who are eligible on Monday, March 18th, 2024 from 9:00am-2:00pm. Eligibility requirements can be viewed on the poster below.

Appointments are required. Please call Sipekne'katik Health Centre to schedule an appointment at 902-758-2063.

WHAT: Defensive Driving Course

Sipekne’katik Education Department has partnered with Marshall Law Driving Academy to offer a Defensive Driving Course to Sipekne’katik Community Members.

This course is open to Sipekne’katik community Members of all ages who have a valid Learners Permit or License.

WHEN: Tuesday, March 5th, 2024 from 9:00am until 3:30pm.

WHERE: Sipekne’katik Education Department Office - Sipekne’katik Administrative Building

To register, please contact the Sipekne’katik Education Department by phone at 902-236-3024 or 902-236-3022. The registration deadline is Friday, March 1st, 2024.

WHAT: Toddler Wellness Day for children born in 2022. Join us to check on your child’s hearing, speech/language, dental, nutrition, and development.

WHEN: Tuesday, March 5th, 2024

Appointments are required. Please call Wendy Julian at 902-236-3036 or text 902-240-4523.

WHERE: Little Eagles Daycare

Door prizes available.

WHAT: Dance Teaching with Jennifer Denny for girls ages 5-11.

WHEN: Thursday, February 29, 2024 from 4:00pm-6:00pm.

WHERE: Sipekne’katik Health Centre. 601 Church Street, Indian Brook, NS B0N 2H0.

• We ask that parents stay with children ages 5-7 during the teachings.

• Light snacks and refreshments will be available.

10 spaces available. To register please contact Megan Knockwood at 902-758-2063.

This event is sponsored by Sipekne’katik Mental Health and Wellness.

WHAT: Dance Teachings with Jennifer Denny for female and two-spirited individuals ages 12-29.

WHEN: Tuesday, February 27th, 2024

WHERE: Sipekne’katik Health Centre

Please contact Megan Knockwood by phone at 902-758-2063 to register. 10 spaces available.

What would you like Sipekne'katik Election Code to look like? Let us know at our next Community Engagement Session with Electoral Officers from The Confederacy of Mainland Mi'kmaq!

Mark your calendars! Thursday, February 22nd from 6:00pm-8:30pm at Sipekne'katik Community Centre! Refreshments and Door Prizes provided!

Sipekne'katik Youth ages 12-18 are invited to a night of learning with Crystal Gloade. During this workshop attendees will be learning to make Framed Quill Art.

This workshop will take place over two evenings (February 21st and 22nd) to allow time for attendees to complete their projects. 15 spaces are available. To register please contact Erica Busby by email at ericabusby@sipeknekatik.ca.

WHAT: Hand Drum Making Workshop for youth ages 12-29.

WHEN: Tuesday, February 20th, 2024 from 4:00pm-6:00pm

WHERE: Sipekne’katik Health Centre.

601 Church Street, Indian Brook NS, B0N 2H0

To register contact Megan Knockwood at 902-758-2063. 10 spaces available.

Sipekne'katik Fisheries Department is hosting a Youth Ice Fishing Trip for Youth in Grades 7-9. They will have three sessions of 6 youth, taking place on February 20th, 22nd, 23rd. To register please contact John Peter Paul by email at fisheriesmanager@sipeknekatik.ca or by phone at 902-758-4571.

WHAT: SIpekne’katik Mid-Winter Social Mawio’mi with Luski/4 Cents/Chilli Contest

WHEN: Saturday, February 17th, 2024 from 1:00pm-

WHERE: Sipekne’katik Multi-Purpose Centre. 185 Sesame Street, Indian Brook NS, B0N 2H0.

WHAT: Quillwork Framed Art Workshop with Crystal Gloade
WHEN: Saturday, February 17th, 2024 and Sunday, February 18th, 2024 from 9:00AM-4:00PM.

WHERE: Sipekne’katik Education Department Office, Sipekne’katik Administrative Building

There are 20 spots available on each day, if you would like to register please call 902-236-3024 or 902-236-3022.

WHAT: Family Fun Day

WHEN: Friday, February 16th. 2024 from 4:00pm-7:00pm

WHERE: Sipekne’katik Multi-Purpose Centre. 185 Church Street, Indian Brook NS, B0N 2H0.

WHAT: Coasting Party

WHEN: Thursday, February 15th, 2024 from 5:00pm-7:00pm

WHERE: Saint Kateri Church. 509 Church Street, Indian Brooks NS, B0N 2H0

Bring your own sled. Hot Chocolate and snacks provided.

WHAT: Inflatable Costume Race. Bring your best costume and your fastest shoes. Prizes to be won.

WHEN: Wednesday, February 14th, 2024 starting at 5:00pm.

WHERE: SIpekne’katik Community Centre. 185 Sesame Street, Indian Brook NS, B0N 2H0.

Sipekne’katik Family Well Being Program is giving away cake decorating kits to families with children on Valentines Day! They will be available for pick up between 2:00pm-5:00pm at Sipekne’katik Community Centre.

WHAT: Mini Volleyball Tournament

WHEN: Tuesday, February 13th, 2024 starting at 5pm.

WHERE: L'nu Sipuk Kina'muokuom. 579 Church Street, Indian Brook NS, B0N 2H0

To register email ericabusby@sipeknekatik.ca

WHAT: Much Music Video Dance with DJ Rob Sakell

WHEN: Monday, February 12th, 2024

4:00pm-5:30pm for Low Sensory.

6:00pm-9:00pm for All Ages

WHERE: SIpekne’katik Community Centre. 185 Sesame Street, Indian Brook NS, B0N 2H0

GED Testing will be taking place on Thursday, February 8th, 2024 between 9:00am and 5:00pm at the Sipekne’katik Administrative Building. For more information please contact the Sipekne’katik Employment & Training office at 902-758-3372.

WHAT: Dreamcatcher Making Workshop with Eileen Brooks

WHEN: Saturday, February 3rd, 2024 from 2:00pm-4:00pm.

WHERE: Sipekne’katik Treaty Truckhouse on Halifax Waterfront.

$35 per person. Cost includes all materials. Limited seats available. A non-refundable deposit of $17.50 is required at time of registration. To register contact Ashley by email at truckhouse@sipeknekatik.ca or by phone at 902-450-1025.

WHAT: Election Reform Community Information Session

WHEN: Tuesday, January 30th, 2024 from 6:00PM-9:00PM

WHERE: Sipekne’katik Community Centre. 185 Sesame Street, Indian Brook NS, B0N 2H0

Join us for an Election Reform Community Information Session with Electoral Officers from The Confederacy of Mainland Mi’kmaq. During this session you will learn: how the Election Reform process works, what to expect during the Election Reform Process, and how you can be a part of the Election Reform process.

Door prizes and refreshments will be provided.

The event will be live streamed from the official Sipekne’katik First Nation Facebook page for individuals who are unable to attend in person. Individuals who view via live stream will also be eligible to win Door Prizes. Prizes will be mailed if needed.