September 30 – National Day for Truth and Reconciliation The ʼNa̱mg̱is Health Centre invites you to join us for a day of reflection and learning: Truth and Reconciliation Day Event Meet at the ferry terminal, wear regalia. Starts at 10:00 am, followed by snacks and drinks at the Health Centre. Reconciliation Discussion (Community Workshop) With Shelley Joseph 12:00 – 4:00 pm at the Council Hall. Ne’nagwa̱’nakwa̱la Open House Luncheon With Residential School Survivors and friends 12:00 – 4:00 pm at the Learning Centre.
September 30, 2025
Good Day Everyone:
U’mista Cultural Centre will be closed on Tuesday, September 30 in recognition of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
For those on facebook here is the link: https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=1220887600066776&set=a.552838546871688
U'mista Cultural Centre September 29, 2025
U'mista Cultural Society is at U'mista Cultural Society.Alert Bay, BC ·
Orange Shirt Day Beading Workshop
Join us on Monday, September 29 at U’mista for a special workshop in honour of Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Come bead pins and earrings with us.
All materials will be provided, and everyone is welcome.
U’mista Cultural Centre
Monday, Sept 29 | 10-12 & 1-4
G̱ilakas’la
#OrangeShirtDay #EveryChildMatters #UmistaCulturalCentre #TruthAndReconciliation #KwakwakawakwCulture
Thursday, September 18, 2025
Good Day Everyone:
Thursday, September 18, 2025 the Alert Bay Visitor Centre will be Closed for immediate assistance on this day only please contact the Village of Alert Bay 250 974 5213 between 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
Alert Bay brochures available at 15 Maple Road less then city block away see directions in attached pdf. Sorry for any inconvenience and wishing you a great day
Notice of Public Hearing
Public Notice of Change of Regular Meeting Date
U'mista Early Closure August 30, 2025
Good day everyone:
Posted by U’mista on facebook:
Heads Up: U’mista Cultural Centre will close early on Saturday August 30th so all staff can enjoy the ‘Ya̱lis Moveable Feast!
We hope to see you all at this FREE Music Festival at the ABE Field!
More info here: www.umista.ca/ymf25
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U’mista summer hours: Open Every Day 9-5:00!
#1 Front Street, Alert Bay, BC
For more information please contact them directly.
Yalis Moveable Feast 2025
U'mista Cultural Society is at Alert Bay ~ Ya'lis.
Schedule out now!
Get ready for a powerful lineup of national and local Indigenous artists, food and artisan vendors, family-friendly activities, and the unbeatable energy of live original music on the land of the Kwakwa̱ka̱’wakw as the Movable Feast Indigenous Music Festival hits ‘Ya̱lis (Alert Bay) on Saturday, August 30 — a full day of free, live music and celebration.
Find artist bios and more details here: www.umista.ca/ymf25
Free. All ages. Everyone welcome.
G̱ilakas'la
U'mista Cultural Society
The Moveable Feast is coming back to Alert Bay!
U'mista Cultural Society is thrilled to partner with 2 Rivers Remix Society for the return of the
𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹
to ‘Ya̱lis (Alert Bay) on Saturday, August 30, 2025!
Mark your calendar now to join us at this FREE full day, everyone welcome, all-ages, celebration of Indigenous music, art, and culture in ‘Na̲mg̲is Territory.
You can expect:
Live performances by national and local Indigenous artists
Local food + artisan vendors
Family-friendly activities and community spirit
All on the land and waters of the Kwakwa̱ka̱’wakw.
Saturday, August 30, 2025
Alert Bay Elementary School Field, 381 Larch Street, Alert Bay, Cormorant Island, BC
Learn more: www.umista.ca/ymf25
Facebook event link: ‘Ya̱lis Movable Feast
Register here: www.virtualfeast.ca
CALL FOR VENDORS AND VOLUNTEERS –
Find more info here: www.umista.ca/ymf25
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#GoNorthIsland #Yalis #AlertBay #Namgis #IndigenousMusic #IndigenousArtists #Umista #Kwakwakawakw #2RMX #MovableFeast2025 #VirtualFeas #GoNorthIsland #Yalis #AlertBay #Namgis #IndigenousMusic #IndigenousArtists #Umista #Kwakwakawakw #2RMX #MovableFeast2025 #VirtualFeast Vancouver Island North
U'mista Summer Program
August 26 to August 29, 2025. For more information please contact them directly.
Whe la la u Back to School Block Party
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U'mista Summer Program August 18 to 22, 2026
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Posted by the U’mista Cultural Centre:
Join us tomorrow for Week 9 of U’mista’s 2025 Summer Programming with “Stories with Wayne Alfred”.
Listen to stories and legends from Wayne Alfred, Knowledge Keeper and Master Carver.
* August 19 – 22 *
Programs run Tuesdays - Fridays from 10am-12pm & 1pm-3pm.
Everyone is welcome and all summer programs are free with admission.
See full schedule here: https://www.umista.ca/blogs/news/summer-programs-2025
*Subject to change.
U’mista Cultural Centre, #1 Front Street, Alert Bay, BC
#StoriesWithWayneAlfred #Umista #SummerPrograms #UmistaSummerPrograms
U'mista Saturday Summer Program 2025
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Message posted by U’mista:
Stop by the U'mista Cultural Centre Saturdays for a Beading Workshop with Kim!
Feel free to start a new project or work on a one you have already started
Saturdays
10am-12pm
&
1pm-3pm
Children under 12 need to be accompanied by an adult, parent, or guardian.
We look forward to seeing you there!
U'mista Summer Program August 12 to 15, 2025
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U'mista Summer Program
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U'mista Summer Program August 2025
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U'mista Summer Program July 29 to August 1, 2025
UPDATED Small Pocket Cruise Ship Schedule July 23, 2025
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U'mista Summer Program
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U'mista Summer Program August 2025
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