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River Philip Riparian Tree Planting Event
Riparian zones are the areas of land that run along a river. They play a critical role in the productivity and health of the river, as well as protection zones for the lands beyond. Without healthy riparian zones, riverbanks are prone to erosion, biodiversity is lost, and river health can decrease. Riparian zones have been commonly cleared for agriculture and urbanization.
The CMM’s Department of Aquatic Resources and Fisheries Management will be replanting trees in a cleared riparian zone along River Philip outside of Oxford, and we are looking for help!
Join us on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 to help restore this riparian zone back to a healthy state.
Transportation will be provided from The CMM building to the worksite in Oxford, and back.
Bus leaves at 10:00AM and will return around 2:00PM
Celebrate Differences, Autism Acceptance Month Event
Date: Saturday, April 26th, 2025
Time: 12:00PM - 3:00PM
Location: Sipekne'katik Community Centre
April is Autism Acceptance Month, a time to promote understanding, inclusion, and advocacy while celebrating diversity and supporting acceptance. To conclude the month, we invite community members who identify as Autistic and a support person to the Autism Acceptance Month Event.
This event is designed with Autistic children and youth in mind and will feature a variety of sensory stations, refreshments, and age-appropriate swag bags.
Family Fun Day!
The Sipekne'katik Family Well Being Program is hosting a Family Fun Day! Join us for an afternoon of fun!
Date: Sunday, April 27th, 2025
Location: Sipekne'katik Community Centre
Time: 12:00pm to 3:00pm
Chainsaw Safety and Tree Felling Course.
Limited Spaces Available!
The course lasts three days and will take place from Tuesday, April 29th, to Thursday, May 1st, 2025.
Course Outline:
- Proper Bucking Technique
- Felling Technique
- Support Equipment
- Chainsaw Features
- Chainsaw Maintenance
- Pre-use Check
Lunch will be provided.
For more information or to register, please contact Jamie Lee Gehue, Emergency Measures Officer, at 902-805-0155 or via email at emo@sipeknekatik.ca
Survivors Monthly Meeting
Sipekne'katik Residential School Support Program hosts Survivors Monthly Meetings. A schedule of these meetings can be found below. Meetings take place from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Sipekne'katik Administrative Building.
Monthly meetings with survivors and descendants are important. It allows the program to ensure that it is what the survivors and descendants want and need to help improve their lives. Meetings will be held on the last Wednesday of each month. Your voice is important. So please come to the meetings and let Shirley know what's on your mind.
They also host weekly Mi'kmaq Language Classes and Beading Classes.
Mi'kmaq Classes, every Monday from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Sipekne'katik Administrative Building
Beading Classes, every Tuesday from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at Sipekne'katik Administrative Building.
For more information, please contact Shirley Morris.
Survivors Monthly Meeting
Sipekne'katik Residential School Support Program hosts Survivors Monthly Meetings. A schedule of these meetings can be found below. Meetings take place from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Sipekne'katik Administrative Building.
Monthly meetings with survivors and descendants are important. It allows the program to ensure that it is what the survivors and descendants want and need to help improve their lives. Meetings will be held on the last Wednesday of each month. Your voice is important. So please come to the meetings and let Shirley know what's on your mind.
They also host weekly Mi'kmaq Language Classes and Beading Classes.
Mi'kmaq Classes, every Monday from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Sipekne'katik Administrative Building
Beading Classes, every Tuesday from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at Sipekne'katik Administrative Building.
For more information, please contact Shirley Morris.
Survivors Monthly Meeting
Sipekne'katik Residential School Support Program hosts Survivors Monthly Meetings. A schedule of these meetings can be found below. Meetings take place from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Sipekne'katik Administrative Building.
Monthly meetings with survivors and descendants are important. It allows the program to ensure that it is what the survivors and descendants want and need to help improve their lives. Meetings will be held on the last Wednesday of each month. Your voice is important. So please come to the meetings and let Shirley know what's on your mind.
They also host weekly Mi'kmaq Language Classes and Beading Classes.
Mi'kmaq Classes, every Monday from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Sipekne'katik Administrative Building
Beading Classes, every Tuesday from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at Sipekne'katik Administrative Building.
For more information, please contact Shirley Morris.
Career Fair
Sipekne'katik Employment & Training is hosting a Career Fair!
Date: Wednesday, April 9th, 2025
Time: 12:00PM to 5:00PM
Location: Sipekne'katik Community Centre, 185 Sesame Street, Indian Brook
For more information, please contact, Sipekne'katik Employment & Training Office at 902-758-3372
Diversion Centre Grand Opening!
Sipekne'katik First Nation and our Operations & Maintenance Department are excited to introduce our new Diversion Centre!
Join us for the Grand Opening event on Monday, April 7th, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Diversion Centre. Enjoy a delicious barbecue, enter to win great door prizes, and take a tour of the new facility!
What is the Diversion Centre?
The Diversion Centre is designed to supplement and enhance our current waste management system rather than replace it. It will serve as a convenient drop-off location for various types of waste, making it easier for community members to dispose of specific materials in a safe, clean, and environmentally friendly manner.
Location: 21 Sesame Street, Indian Brook
Sipekne'katik Youth Centre, Putting Edge Easter Party
Sunday, April 6th, 2025
Buses will depart from the Sipekne'katik Community Centre at two separate times: 1:00PM & 2:00PM. Please ensure you select a bus time when registering.
Registration is required. To register, please complete the form provided below or scan the QR code on the poster. https://form.jotform.com/250904697090260
For more information on this event, please contact Mitchell Busby by email mitchellbusby@sipeknekatik.ca
Children's Easter Fun Fest
Children's Easter Fun Fest!
Join us for Easter excitement with pictures with the Easter Bunny, cookie decorating, face painting, and more!
Saturday, April 5th, 2025
1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
Sipekne'katik Community Centre
(This event is for community children ages 11 and under. Details for the Youth 12-18 event will be announced soon! )
Wearable Peaked Cap Workshop
Date: Thursday, April 3rd, & Friday, April 4th, 2025
Time: 9:30AM - 3:00PM
Location: Sipekne'katik Administrative Building
Materials & Lunch provided.
Limited spaces available.
To register, please contact one of the Case Managers below.
Janice - janicepaulette@sipeknekatik.ca
Melanie - melaniepeterpaul@sipeknekatik.ca
Rachelle - rachellebernard@sipeknekatik.ca
Creative Kins: Grandparent & Grandchild Paint Night
Creative Kins: Grandparent & Grandchild Paint Night with the Sipekne'katik Family Well Being Program!
Join them for a creative evening and take the opportunity to paint a birdhouse! Perfect for Spring.
This event is open to community youth ages 4-11, bring your grandchild/ren for an evening of fun!
Date: Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
Location: Sipekne'katik Administrative Building
Time: 5:30PM - 7:30PM
To register, please contact a Wutanm Support Worker or call the Family Well Being Office.
Audrey
902-956-0122
audreypaul@sipeknekatik.ca
Hannah
902-956-4934
hannahsimon@sipeknekatik.ca
FWB Office
902-758-4316
Survivors Monthly Meeting
Sipekne'katik Residential School Support Program hosts Survivors Monthly Meetings. A schedule of these meetings can be found below. Meetings take place from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Sipekne'katik Administrative Building.
Monthly meetings with survivors and descendants are important. It allows the program to ensure that it is what the survivors and descendants want and need to help improve their lives. Meetings will be held on the last Wednesday of each month. Your voice is important. So please come to the meetings and let Shirley know what's on your mind.
They also host weekly Mi'kmaq Language Classes and Beading Classes.
Mi'kmaq Classes, every Monday from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Sipekne'katik Administrative Building
Beading Classes, every Tuesday from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at Sipekne'katik Administrative Building.
For more information, please contact Shirley Morris.
Family Paint Night
Family Paint Night with the Sipekne'katik Family Well Being Program!
Join them for a creative evening and take the opportunity to paint a birdhouse! Perfect for Spring.
This event is open to community youth ages 4-11, who must attend with a guardian.
Date: Wednesday, March 26th, 2025
Location: Sipekne'katik Administrative Building
Time: 5:30PM - 7:30PM
To register, please contact a Wutanm Support Worker or call the Family Well Being Office.
Audrey
📲902-956-0122
📧audreypaul@sipeknekatik.ca
Hannah
📲902-956-4934
📧hannahsimon@sipeknekatik.ca
FWB Office
📲902-758-4316
Sipekne'katik Community Meal - POSSE
It's that time again, Sipekne'katik! Community meal is happening tomorrow! Wednesday, March 26th, 2025.
Pick up only at the community centre kitchen - starting at 5pm.
Elders, please contact Cree Copage for possible delivery! This week's meal is Chicken Alfredo!!
Medium Full Quill Box Workshop
Sipekne'katik Education Department is hosting a Medium Full Quill Box Workshop with Crystal Gloade on Saturday, March 22nd, and Sunday, March 23rd, 2025
The workshop will take place from 9:00am to 4:00pm at Sipekne'katik Administrative Building.
Limited spaces are available. To register, please call 902-236-3024 or 902-236-3022.
Wooden Rose Workshop
Sipekne'katik Mental Wellness and Addictions is hosting a Wooden Rose Workshop with Ashley Julian-Rikihana and Wanda Julian on Wednesday, March 19th, 2025
This event will take place at the Sipekne’katik Administrative Building from 9:00AM to 1:00PM. Snacks and Refreshments will be provided.
Spaces are available for 10 attendees.
To register, please call Megan, Patricia or Myles at the Health Centre at 902.758.2063
Maple Magic at Sugar Moon Farm
Maple Magic at Sugar Moon Farm
Join us at Sugar Moon Farm for a tour of the grounds, enjoy a classic Sugar Moon brunch, experience the magic of sugar on snow,
and do some maple shopping.
Event Details:
Friday, March 14th, 2025
Transportation is provided. Bus departs Sipekne’katik Community Centre at 8:15AM.
For ages 4 and up.
One guardian per family.
To register, please contact a Wutanm Support Worker or call the Family Well Being office at 902-758-4316. No names will be taken over social media.
Audrey
902-956-0122
audreypaul@sipeknekatik.ca
Hannah
902-956-4934
hannahsimon@sipeknekatik.ca
Sipekne'katik Archaeological Field School and Training Information Session
Sipekne’katik First Nation is launching a new field school and training program for community members interested in learning about and working in the field of archaeology.
The program has been co-designed and will be team taught by Dr. Roger Lewis and Dr. Jonathan Fowler.
The schedule is flexible, allowing participants to join as time allows and learn on a variety of archaeological sites through the 2025 season and beyond.
A community meeting will be held on Wednesday, March 12th, 2025 from 1:00pm to 2:30PM at Sipekne’katik Band Office to discuss the program.
If you would like to join a mailing list to learn more about the program’s activities or to enroll, please email rogerlewis@sipeknekatik.ca.
When expressing your interest, please include the following in your email: First and Last Name, contact email, and contact phone number.
Youth Centre March Break 2025!
The Sipekne'katik Youth Centre is excited to announce March Break fun for youth ages 12-18! Registration is required for participation.
Wednesday, March 12, 2025
Cineplex Truro Movie Trip
Movie: Captain America: Brave New World
The bus will leave the Sipekne'katik Community Centre at 12:30 PM.
Friday, March 14, 2025
Activate Dartmouth
The bus will leave the Sipekne'katik Community Centre at 1:00 PM.
To register, please contact Mitchell at 902-817-5908 or mitchellbusby@sipeknekatik.ca.
RHS Phase 4 Information Session/Lunch
UNSM's Data Goverance Team is visiting our community to conduct the RHS Phase 4 Survey, which will gather important data on health and well-being to support community programs and services.
Date: Tuesday, March 11th, and Thursday, March 13th, 2025.
Time: 10:00AM to 4:00PM
Location: Sipekne'katik Administrative Building, 522 Church Street.
Stop in to participate and enjoy Refreshments & Lunch, Door Prizes and more.
For more information, please contact, Shenayah Gould, Projects Coordinator at SGOULD@UNSM.ORG or by phone at 902-919-1735
March Break 2025!
March Break 2025!
Date: Monday, March 10th, 2025
Activity: Movies!
Time: 9:00AM to 12:00PM
Location: Cineplex Truro (Dog Man)
Date: Tuesday, March 11th, 2025
Activity: Skating!
Time: 1:00PM to 3:00PM
Location: Halifax Oval
Bring your skates or rentals available!
Date: Wednesday, March 12th, 2025
Activity: Mad Science!
Time: 9:00AM to 2:00PM
Location: Sipekne'katik Community Centre
Date: Thursday, March 13th, 2025
Activity: Swimming!
Time: 9:00AM - 10:00AM
Location: Rath Eastlink Community Centre
Date: Thursday, March 13th, 2025
Activity: Baking!
Time: starting at 3:30PM
Location: Sipekne'katik Community Centre
Date:Friday, March 14th, 2025
Activity: Video Dance!
Time: Sensory Hour - 5:00PM to 6:00PM
All Youth - 6:00PM to 7:00PM
Location: Sipekne'katik Community Centre
Youths under 16 require a parent or guardian to attend with them.
Transportation will be provided for events taking place outside of the community. More details will be shared prior to events.
Community Engagement Session
Sipekne'katik Fisheries is hosting a Community Engagement Session regarding Elver fisheries. Food will be provided.
Date: Thursday, March 6th, 2025
Time: 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Location: Sipekne’katik Fisheries, 337 Meadow Drive
For more information, please contact Michael McDonald at 902-758-4587.
Information Session for Construction Craft Worker program
Nova Scotia Construction Sector Council will be in community for an Information Session for their upcoming Introduction to Construction Craft Worker program taking place in Sipekene'katik starting in April. Join us to learn more about this wonderful opportunity!
Date: Thursday, March 6th, 2025
Time: 2:00pm to 6:00pm
Location: Sipekne'katik Administrative Building, 520 Church Street
To learn more or to apply, please contact: J.R. Wall, Training Coordinator/Coach by email jwall@nscsc.ca or call 902-476-1185 or visit www.nscsc.ca/training/ccw
Shrove Tuesday
Enjoy a Community Meal at the Sipekne'katik Community Centre on Tuesday, March 4, 2025. Food will be served from 4:30 PM to 6:30 PM or until supplies last.
Survivors Monthly Meetings.
Sipekne'katik Residential School Support Program hosts Survivors Monthly Meetings. A schedule of these meetings can be found below. Meetings take place from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Sipekne'katik Administrative Building.
Monthly meetings with survivors and descendants are important. It allows the program to ensure that it is what the survivors and descendants want and need to help improve their lives. Meetings will be held on the last Wednesday of each month. Your voice is important. So please come to the meetings and let Shirley know what's on your mind.
They also host weekly Mi'kmaq Language Classes and Beading Classes.
Mi'kmaq Classes, every Monday from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Sipekne'katik Administrative Building
Beading Classes, every Tuesday from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at Sipekne'katik Administrative Building.
For more information, please contact Shirley Morris.
Food Bundle Information Session
Food Bundle Information Session
What does Food Security mean to you? Come learn how to support food sovereignty in our community and learn about an opportunity to participate in the food bundle project in Mi'kma'ki.
Snacks, refreshments, and door prizes are provided!
Date: Wednesday, February 26th, 2025
Time: 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Location: Sipekne'katik Community Centre
To find out more:
Courtney Knockwood
E: courtneyknockwood@sipeknekatik.ca
Jill Paul
E: sipeknekatikfoodbank@sipeknekatik.ca
After The Bell - Head Dress Workshop
Please be advised that due to the previous snow day, the After The Bell Head Dress Workshop with Family Well Being will happen next week.
The Sipekne'katik Family Well Being Program will be hosting a Mini Head Dress Workshop for children attending After The Bell Program this month!
Shubenacadie District Elementary - Tuesday, February 25th, 2025.
LSK School - Wednesday, February 26th, 2025.
Tidal Bore Rafting Resort - Community Job Fair
Tidal Bore Rafting Resort is hosting a Sipekne'katik Community Job Fair Open House at the resort on Saturday, February 22, from 12:00pm to 3:00pm. A catered lunch and refreshments will be provided.
Community members are invited to join them for lunch, meet some of the resort staff, and apply for summer jobs at Tidal Bore. You can check out the available positions in advance at www.raftingcanada.ca/careers
What to Expect:
A sign-up sheet will be provided for each of the five positions they are looking to fill. Interested attendees are encouraged to forward their resumes by February 28. Interviews will be scheduled during the first two weeks of March. If you bring your resume on the day of the event, that is great, too!
METS can provide transportation for this event. Please contact Sipekne'katik EmploymentTraining if needed.
We hope to see you there!
Archaeological Field School and Training Program
Please be advised the community meeting for information on the Archaeological School scheduled for Thursday, February 20th, 2025 has been postponed. A new date will be released when available.
The program has been co-designed and will be team taught by Dr. Roger Lewis and Dr. Jonathan Fowler. The schedule is flexible, allowing participants to join as time allows and learn on a variety of archaeological sites through the 2025 season and beyond.
If you would like to join a mailing list to learn more about the program’s activities, or to enroll, please email rogerlewis@sipeknekatik.ca
When expressing your interest, please include the following in your email: First and Last Name, contact email, and contact phone number.
Clay Cafe Workshop
Let your child's imagination soar at the Sipekne'katik Family Well Being Program's Clay Cafe Truro Workshops!
They will hold two sessions, one for ages 3-6 and one for ages 7-11. Both sessions will start at 5:30pm and take place at Sipekne'katik Administrative Building.
Wednesday, February 19th, 2025
Ages 7 - 11
Thursday, February 20th, 2025
Ages 3 - 6
A guardian must attend with child for this age group.
To register, please contact a Wutanm Support Worker or call the Family Well Being Office at 902-758-4316.
Medium Quill Peak Cap Workshop
Sipekne'katik Education Department is hosting a Medium Quill Peak Cap Workshop with Crystal Gloade on Saturday, February 15th, 2025 and Sunday, February 16th, 2025
This project will take two days to complete. The workshop will take place from 9:00am to 4:00pm at Sipekne'katik Administrative Building. Limited spaces are available.
To register, please call 902-236-3024 or 902-236-3022.
Valentine's Day Cake Decorating
Valentine's Day Cake Decorating Event
The Sipekne'katik Family Well-Being Program is excited to announce the return of their Valentine's Day Cake Decorating event in 2025!
Join us for cake decorating at the Sipekne'katik Community Centre on Valentine's Day from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM.
All participants will have a chance to win Cineplex gift cards!
For additional chances to win, stop by and complete a survey between 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM—even if you don't want to decorate a cake. We hope to see you there!
Harm Reduction: Safe Needle Pick-Up Workshop
Harm Reduction: Safe Needle Pick-Up Workshop with Kristie Fisher, LPN from Sipekne'katik Health Centre.
This Friday, February 14, 2025, with two sessions available: 11:00 AM or 1:00 PM.
To register, please contact Kristie by email at kristiefisher@sipeknekatik.ca. Limited spaces are available.
Treaty Truckhouse Seeking Inventory
New date for the Treaty Truckhouse purchasing event! This upcoming Monday, February 10th, 2025, from 10:00am to 5:00pm at the Sipekne'katik Administrative Building.
Further details are available on the poster above.
Building Family Connection & Resiliency Workshop
Sipekne’katik Family Well Being Program is hosting a Building Family Connection & Resiliency Workshop on February 8th and 9th, 2025. This workshop is for families with children ages 13-18.
If you would like more information or would like to register, please contact one of their Wutanm Support workers via email or call their office at 902-758-4316. Limited spaces are available.
audreypaul@sipeknekatik.ca
hannahsimon@sipeknekatik.ca