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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Event

Small Business Startup Workshop

Sq’éwqel is hosting this workshop in partnership with Stó:lō Community Futures.

 

Notice Issued: Mar 3 2025

Past News & Notices Releases

Event

2025 Mixed Gender Boxing Class

Join the 2025 Mix Gender Boxing Class at Mill Hall on Tuesdays and Thursdays!

Notice Issued: Feb 28 2025

Event

Basic Level First Aid Training Course

We are excited to be offering a Basic Level First Aid course for Seabird Island staff…

Notice Issued: Feb 27 2025

Public Notice

Meet Ember, FireSmart's Official New Mascot

She makes for the perfect FireSmart messenger because of her unique characteristics…

Notice Issued: Feb 27 2025

Public Notice

Call Out For Catering | March/April

Please send Quote including charge per plate and contact information.

Notice Issued: Feb 27 2025

Public Notice

FireSmart Tips To Protect Homes

Did you know simple changes around your home can make the biggest difference?

Notice Issued: Feb 21 2025

Public Notice

Urgent Warning For Community Safety

We share the following information for the safety and well-being of all our people.

Notice Issued: Feb 20 2025

Public Notice

Emergency Management | Community Evacuation Drill

First responders will be going door-to-door to conduct an evacuation drill.

Notice Issued: Feb 21 2025

Event

Free Tickets | Cottonwood 4 (Feb 23, 2025)

Due to the scheduled BC Hydro power outage on Sq’éwqel, free tickets… 

Notice Issued: Feb 21 2025

Event

Seabird Island Band | Ripple Report

Updating the Community on the 2024 status of Maria Slough…

Notice Issued: Feb 21 2025

Public Notice

FortisBC Gas Appliance Maintenance Program

FREE service, including free CO detector installation plus furnace filter change…

Notice Issued: Feb 19 2025

Public Notice

12 Months of Safety: February 2025

Join us in spreading kindness and embracing a vibrant message of acceptance!

Notice Issued: Feb 18 2025

Event

Community Nutrition Walk / Run | March 14, 2025

Join us for a fun, healthy community walk/run with activities and lunch!

Notice Issued: Feb 14 2025

Public Notice

Seabird Island Optometry Clinic | February 20-21

For an appointment, please contact your Community Health Representative (CHR) or…

Notice Issued: Feb 14 2025

Public Notice

BC Hydro Power Outage | February 23, 2025

BC Hydro will be performing work to their system in this area that requires them…

Notice Issued: Feb 13 2025

Event

Join Seabird Island Band for Family Day Fun!

Transportation will be available. For further details, please contact Janean with Events.

Notice Issued: Feb 4 2025

Public Notice

Call Out For Catering | February 16, 2025

Please send Quote including charge per plate and contact information.

Notice Issued: Feb 7 2025

Event

SASET Career Fair | February 2025

Seabird Island Employment Services will be providing Bus Transportation the day of the event.

Notice Issued: Feb 4 2025

Public Notice

Reminder: Membership Code Survey Extension

Seabird Island is updating the Membership Code and wants your input!

Notice Issued: Feb 4 2025

Public Notice

Seabird Mobile Diabetes Team

The Mobile Diabetes Team serves First Nations communities across Southern BC…

Notice Issued: Jan 31 2025

Event

Seabird Island Festival | May 23 - 25, 2025

Experience the Seabird Island Festival on May 23 – 25. Stay tuned for more details!

Notice Issued: Jan 30 2025

Event

Hiring & Post-Secondary Education Expo 2025

Seabird Island Employment Services will be providing Bus Transportation the day of the event.

Notice Issued: Jan 30 2025

Public Notice

12 Months of Safety: January

Stay safe this winter with these essential cold-weather safety tips!

Notice Issued: Jan 30 2025

Event

Sq’éwqel Health Conference
Featuring guest speakers, health sessions, swag bags, meals, and a comedy show!
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

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.

Notice Issued: Dec 6 2024