Snuneymuxw First Nation

03/05/2026

✨Lighting a Path✨ is on display until March 16, at sway’a’lana

💫Featuring artwork by:
- The late Dr. William Good
- The late Joel Good
- Eliot White-Hill, Kwulasultun
- kwasilwit, Chenoa Point
- Noel Brown
- Ryan Hughes
- yutustana:t, Gena Seward-Wilson

*Artists in Focus*
Lighting a Path features artwork by seven Snuneymuxw creators, including the late Dr. William Good; the late W. Joel Good; Eliot White-Hill, Kwulasultun; kwasilwit, Chenoa Point; Noel Brown; Ryan Hughes; and yutustana:t, Gena Seward-Wilson. See the work of these extraordinary artists in Sway-a-Lana (Maffeo Sutton Park) until March 16. The illuminated artwork is best seen after dark. Find more information on each artist here: https://ow.ly/t61f50YitgQ

Image top row from left to right: yutustana:t, Gena Seward-Wilson; Eliot White-Hill, Kwulasultun; and Noel Brown.
Image bottom row from left to right: W. Joel Good and kwasilwit, Chenoa Point.
Snuneymuxw First Nation

03/05/2026

Please note that a Drug Poisoning and Overdose Advisory was recently issued for the Nanaimo Area. (See details below)

PLEASE SHARE: A Drug Poisoning/Overdose Advisory has been issued for Nanaimo.
- Check out Island Health’s Harm Reduction Services page at https://ow.ly/FgyS50PLkLF to find information on overdose prevention and supervised consumption sites, drug-checking services and more.
- For harm reduction services and information, including naloxone programs, visit Toward the Heart at https://ow.ly/Nlzv50PLkLO
- If you’re using alone, try the Lifeguard App at https://ow.ly/183a50PLkLN or the Brave App at https://ow.ly/rbxN50PLkLG, or call the National Overdose Response Service at 1-888-688-6677
- For Indigenous-specific information, visit the First Nations Health Authority’s Overdose Prevention and Harm Reduction pages at https://ow.ly/ktA450PLkNW

03/04/2026

🔍 Need help with your taxes? Snuneymuxw members can now access free tax support🔢

Tax season can feel stressful, but you don't have to tackle it alone. Drop in to our tax clinic happening:

🗓️Tuesday March 17th
⏰9:00AM-3:00PM
📍The Education Portable (669 Centre St)

If you are interested, please bring:
- Receipts
- Income Slips
- Photo ID
- SIN Card or Number

📩 Got Questions? please contact Sheila White at sheilaw@snuneymuxw.ca OR call 250-740-2300.

03/04/2026

Join us for our upcoming Community Information Sessions to learn more about the te’tuxwtun Designation Vote, taking place on April 11, 2026.

Connect with community, review key te’tuxwtun information and have your questions answered!

Please note that the March 14, 2026 meeting will be attended by an Indigenous Services Canada electoral officer.

Learn more about these upcoming meetings, including how to access the online meeting, by visiting www.snuneymuxw.ca/cp

Petroglyph Development Group

03/03/2026

By supporting youth through bursaries in sports, education, and more, we uplift Snuneymuxw learners and strengthen the next generation of leaders. These investments help our youth pursue their goals, stay connected, and open doors to future opportunities.

03/02/2026

📣Please note that the Pathways To Your Purpose Career Fair has been postponed. Stay tuned for more details!

This interactive event is designed to help students discover interests, learn new skills, and connect with knowledge keepers, professionals, and opportunities that can help shape their future.
There are limited spots available, and you are still able to register‼️

👉 register here: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx...
OR use the QR code on the event poster.

03/02/2026

After three years of community engagement, on April 11, 2026, we are asking Snuneymuxw members to say “yes” to mixed-use on te’tuxwtun, based on your feedback.

There are two ways to vote:

🗳️ In person: On April 11, from 9:00am to 8:00pm PST at the Snuneymuxw Gym. Members voting in person must bring a piece of ID.

✉️ By mail: Mail-in ballots must be received by April 11. Please check your mailbox as voting packages have now been mailed.

Please note: Designation votes are administered by Indigenous Services Canada and must follow Indian Referendum Regulations. This means that online voting is not permitted. Voting must take place by mail or in person on April 11.

🔗 Learn more by visiting www.snuneymuxw.ca/cp

03/02/2026

📌 Community Notice: Temporary Rescheduling of Garbage Collection

We are advising Snuneymuxw members that garbage collection originally scheduled for today has been rescheduled due to the garbage truck remaining in the shop for required maintenance.

Garbage collection is now expected to take place tomorrow. Residents are respectfully requested to leave their garbage out for collection tomorrow.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to ensure safe and reliable service delivery.

📞 If you have any questions or concerns, please contact:
Brandon Gillis, Director of Maintenance & Infrastructure at
250-802-3985

Thank you for your cooperation and support in keeping the community safe.

03/02/2026

🏒 Nanaimo Clippers are coming to Snuneymuxw 💫

Join us for a fun and interactive engagement session with the Nanaimo Clippers right here, in community! Please note, this is a Snuneymuxw members and their families only event - come meet the players, connect, and enjoy a great afternoon together.

📅 Saturday, March 21, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM
📍 Snuneymuxw Lacrosse Box (1951 Island Brave Rd)

🚌 Need a ride? Transportation will be available at IR #1 from the Youth Centre at 11:30 AM.

If you have any questions, please contact Kate Good at:
📧 katg@snuneymuxw.ca
📱 250-619-7703

We hope to see you there for an exciting day!

03/02/2026

✨Free Film Screening & Panel Discussion✨

Our counselling team at Snuneymuxw hulit lelum is sharing this upcoming event as a free community resource.

"Rethinking Drinking" (A Free Community Screening & Panel Discussion)

🎬 Featuring the documentary "Smashed: Breaking the Cycle of Alcohol Use Disorder"

📅 Wednesday, March 25, 2026
🕝 Doors open 2:30 PM | Screening 3:00 PM
📍 Malaspina Theatre, VIU (900 Fifth Street, Nanaimo)

🍿 Popcorn and light refreshments provided

🗣A facilitated panel discussion and Q&A will follow the screening.

This event is hosted by Nanaimo Foundation & the Canadian Alcohol Use Disorder Society, in partnership with United Way BC - Central & Northern Vancouver Island and Island Health

🔗 Learn more and register here: https://shorturl.at/SdD4V

03/02/2026

Orca Lelum is now accepting applications for its Live-In Youth Wellness Program for youth ages 13–18.

📅 Applications close on Friday this week (March 6, 2026)

More details in the attached post⬇️

Orca Lelum is now accepting applications for its Live-In Youth Wellness Program for youth ages 13–18.

This 10-week program focuses on healing, connection, and personal growth in a supportive environment.

The application deadline is March 6, 2026.

To request a referral, visit:
www.orcalelum.ca/intake---referral

Or contact intake@orcalelum.ca
| (250) 755-2144

02/27/2026

After three years of community engagement, we are excited to announce our te’tuxwtun Designation Vote will take place on April 11, 2026! ⛰️

Registered community members over the age of 18 are invited to help shape the future of our Nation by voting “yes” to mixed-use on te’tuxwtun, based on your feedback.

🗳️ In person: On April 11, from 9:00am to 8:00pm PST at the Snuneymuxw Gym.

✉️ By mail: Mail-in ballots must be received by April 11. Please check your mailbox for the full voting package.

Please note: Designation votes are administered by Indigenous Services Canada and must follow Indian Referendum Regulations. This means that online voting is not permitted. Voting must take place by mail or in person on April 11.

Stay tuned to our page, your mailbox (your voting package has been mailed) and email inbox for more information.

🔗 Learn more by visiting www.snuneymuxw.ca/cp

Petroglyph Development Group