News & Notices
Reconnect and Rejuvenate at Sq'éwqel (Seabird Island Band)
Safety is our priority as we reopen. COVID-19 and Flu precautions include:
• Masking is recommended in Band Office common areas, when you are unwell.
• Please stay home if sick to reduce germ spread and recover faster.
Together, we emerge stronger, resilient, and ready for collective healing.
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Latest
Event
Sq’éwqel Health Conference
Notice Issued: Jan 24 2025
Public Notice
Membership Code Survey Extension
Seabird Island is updating the Membership Code and wants your input.
Notice Issued: Jan 23 2025
Past News & Notices Releases
Event
Coming Soon | Cottonwood 4
Cost: Free for participants
Please use the QR Code to select movie & number of attendants.
Notice Issued: Jan 23 2025
Public Notice
BC Housing Project, Phase One (1)
To ensure our Community remains informed, please remember on yílà:welhát (Monday), January 20…
Notice Issued: Jan 17 2025
Meeting
Enbridge: Community Open House
Enbridge is pleased to invite all Seabird Island Community Members to an open house and community dinner!
Notice Issued: Jan 17 2025
Public Notice
Community Update | Band-Provided Transportation
All passengers and drivers are required to wear a mask, while inside a Seabird vehicle.
Notice Issued: Jan 16 2025
Meeting
Joint Health & Safety Committee
Invitation to JHSC members and prospective new members to attend the JHS Committee meeting…
Notice Issued: Jan 15 2025
Public Notice
Community Animal Management Plan Survey
Support Our Community! Help the Lands program improve support for animals and their caregivers.
Notice Issued: Jan 14 2025
Event
National Addictions Awareness Week
Sq’ewqel warmly invites Elders, Community Members, Council, Families, Students, Staff and Partner-Communities…
Notice Issued: Jan 14 2025
Public Notice
Seabird Island Events: CALL OUT FOR CATERING
Please send Quote including charge per plate and contact information.
Notice Issued: Jan 13 2025
Event
Sq'éwqel's (Seabird Island Band) Women's Yoga
Please join the Facebook Group “Seabird Mental Health – Yoga + Wellness” for more information, updates and to sign up for classes.
Notice Issued: Jan 13 2025
Public Notice
Temporary Mask Mandate Returns
The expectation is for this mask mandate to end by spring of 2025, as respiratory illness rates decrease.
Notice Issued: Jan 10 2025
Event
2025 BC Leadership Gathering
Where First Nations Leaders and the B.C. Cabinet come together.
Notice Issued: Jan 8 2025
Public Notice
Infrastructure Department Update | Housing
We are pleased to share that the Housing Team is undergoing notable development.
Notice Issued: Jan 7 2025
SQ’ÉWQEL QUARTERLY BAND MEETING
The Seabird Island Band invites members to the Sq’éwqel Quarterly Band Meeting (Q3) on Wednesday, January 15, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM
Notice Issued: Jan 7 2025
Public Notice
UPDATE: Student Allowance Cheque Pick-up
Cheques will remain available for pick-up at the Seabird Island Band Office until January 10, 2025.
Notice Issued: Jan 6 2025
Sq’éwqel Hampers
Sq’éwqel Hampers & Gift Card Pick-Up
Band Members must fill out a form to be eligible for this year’s hampers. You are not required to submit a hamper form again if you have already done so.
Notice Issued: Jan 6 2024
Public Notice
Housing Rental Renewal Update
To remain eligible to maintain your spot on the Housing List, Housing Rental Renewals are required on an annual basis.
Notice Issued: Dec 31 2024
Public Notice
Seabird Island Holiday Closures
To support our clients and Community, we will ensure some essential services remain available, and depending on weather conditions, we may also have warming stations open.
Notice Issued: Dec 24 2024
Public Notice
Garbage and Recycling 2025
There will be NO Garbage, Recycle or Major pick-up for week of December 30, 2024 to January 3, 2025
Notice Issued: Dec 24 2024
Event
Employment Services Career Fair
Sq’éwqel (Seabird Island) Employment Services Career Fair. Free admission and door prizes!
Notice Issued: Dec 24 2024
Public Notice
Seabird Island Gym Kitchen Closed
Please be advised that the Seabird Island gym kitchen will be temporarily closed due to renovations.
Notice Issued: Dec 23 2024
Public Notice
Position Changes in Sq'éwqel Council
To ensure our Community remains informed of changes as they occur, we are sharing the following information…
Notice Issued: Dec 20 2024
Public Notice
12 Months of Safety: December 2024
Holiday safety tips: ladder use, decoration precautions, and winter driving preparedness.
Notice Issued: Dec 19 2024
Public Notice
Gas Appliance Inspections
Seabird Island has been selected as one (1) of only two (2) communities to participate in a pilot project.
Notice Issued: Dec 19 2024
Public Notice
Trust Cheques
Trust cheques are available for band members who turned 18 from June 1 to December 31, 2024.
Notice Issued: Dec 19 2024
Event
Annual CPKC Holiday Train & Road Closure
The District of Kent has provided notice for a road closure on December 19, 2024, from 3-9 PM due to the CPKC Holiday Train Event.
Notice Issued: Dec 18 2024
Public Notice
Help Reduce Local Crime Opportunities
Please be aware, vehicle break-ins are often a case of “opportunity” for thieves, especially during this time of year.
Notice Issued: Dec 18 2024
Public Notice
Confirmation Arrival of New Office Space
We received confirmation that the arrival of our new mobile trailer office space will take place tomorrow.
Notice Issued: Dec 17 2024
Event
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga for a healthier you. Gentle movements and lasting benefits. No Experience required.
Notice Issued: Dec 13 2024
Event
Women’s Self-Defence Class
If you wish to register, registration is required by January 1, 2024.
Notice Issued: Dec 13 2024
Public Notice
Klésmes Mass
You are warmly invited to bring your friends and family to celebrate Klésmes (Christmas) Eve Mass with us.
Notice Issued: Dec 13 2024
Public Notice
Annual Report 2023/2024
Sq’éwqel is pleased to announce the release of our 2023/2024 Annual Report.
Notice Issued: Dec 12 2024
Event
ESS For Nations Reception Centre Mock Exercise
A local team called ESS For Nations is hosting a training session January 15th at Leq:a’mel and is looking for volunteers.
Notice Issued: Dec 6 2024
Meeting
Stolo Tribal Council (Postponed)
Please note that parking is limited, carpool if possible. Parking is available on Little Bear Lane. We will have a shuttle available to the venue.
