SD42 Indigenous Education

SFU Indigenous Student Entrance Award Application Deadline
2025-03-31
SFU Indigenous Undergraduate Student Entrance Award

This award is based on demonstrated involvement within the Indigenous community through service and/or cultural contribution. Recipients would demonstrate this through their commitment to engagement, leadership and social justice within their community, and would be selected based on their ability to demonstrate how their current and future experience(s) are inclusive of the 4Rs: Respect, Relevance, Reciprocity, and Responsibility.
Minimum academic requirements: Grades in the 80% range in the courses required for their primary program (or the minimum IB Diploma score required for admission) OR minimum 2.50 CGPA.
Application Deadline: March 31, 2025
Go to SFU Indigenous Undergraduate Student Entrance Award information and application page.

Schools reopen after Break
2025-03-31

Schools not in session
2025-03-24 - 2025-03-28

Spring Break
2025-03-17 - 2025-03-21

Free Webinar - Substance Use Prevention, Part 2: Mental Health & Decision-Making - Feb 26
2025-02-26 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Vancouver)
Free Webinar – Substance Use Prevention, Part 2: Mental Health & Decision-Making – Feb 26
In partnership with adolescent clinical psychologist Dr. Hayley Watson from Open Parachute, the Ministry of Education will host a free virtual session for parents, guardians and caregivers that will focus on practical skills you can teach your child and youth (ages 0-19) to prevent substance use and mental health challenges. The session with help you to understand the factors that contribute to youth mental health needs and substance use, and will teach you preventative skills to support your child. This session builds on a previous presentation (Part 1), which focused on practical conversation tools for speaking about substance use prevention with your children/youth. For session details, click here.
Wednesday, February 26th – 6:00-7:30 pm – Online
Registration is required (no cost). Register at this link.
Substance Use Prevention Webinar

Pink Shirt Day - Tips for Parents
2025-02-26
Wednesday February 26, 2025 is Pink Shirt Day – One Quick Fact says it all, from the Pink Shirt Day website, ‘1 in 5 kids affected by Bullying.’ Pink Shirt Day
Pink Shirt Day inspiration came from a small town in Nova Scotia as a result of an incident. Here is a snippet:
“A group of teenage friends organized a high-school protest to wear pink in sympathy with a Grade 9 boy who was being bullied [for wearing a pink shirt]…[They] took a stand against bullying when they protested against the harassment of a new Grade 9 student by distributing pink T-shirts to all the boys in their school. It all began when a group of teens went to a discount store and bought 50 pink tank tops. They sent out message to schoolmates that night, and the next morning they hauled the shirts to school in a plastic bag. As they stood in the foyer handing out the shirts, the bullied boy walked in. His face spoke volumes. The bullies were never heard from again.” — Globe & Mail
A youth lead act of kindness that is now Global. What are you doing this week for Pink Shirt Day?

Indigenous Experience UBC
2025-02-19 09:30 - 14:00 | UBC – Vancouver Campus, 6200 University Blvd, Vancouver, BC, V6T 1Z4, Canada

BC Family Day
2025-02-17

Non-Instructional Day
2025-02-14, 2025-01-28

Native Education College - Open House
2025-02-06 15:30 - 18:00 | Native Education College, 285 E 5th Ave, Vaancouver, BC, V5T 1H2, Canada
Native Education College (NEC) invites you to their Open House to witness the offerings that NEC has to help support your academic journey. Experience NEC’s stunning Longhouse, learn about their academic offerings, and discover the student supports available to you. This NEC Open House is a great opportunity to get your questions answered by program managers or admissions.
Thursday, February 6 . 3:30 pm @ Native Education College – 285 E 5th Ave, Vancouver

Indigenous Education Family Event
2025-02-05 17:00 - 19:00 | The ACT, 11944 Haney Place ,Maple Ridge, Maple Ridge, BC, Canada
Please join us for the Indigenous Education Family Event. The evening will consist of a wonderful dinner provided by Torrie James Catering and an engaging experience with Michael Linklater, one of Canada’s most celebrated Indigenous Basketball athletes and advocates.
Wednesday, February 5, 2025 – 5:00-7:00 pm
The Act – 11944 Haney Place, Maple Ridge
You must register to attend: Click on this link to register.

RBC Future Launch Scholarship Application Deadline
2025-02-05
RBC Future Launch Scholarship for Indigenous Youth
The RBC Future Launch Scholarship for Indigenous Youth awards 20 scholarships annually valued up to $10,000 each per year (up to 4 years) to First Nations, Inuit and Métis students across Canada demonstrating strong academic performance and community involvement.
RBC has been providing a scholarship for Indigenous students to complete post-secondary education since 1992. To date, more than $2 million dollars have been awarded to 258 Indigenous youth across Canada pursuing post-secondary education.
Application Deadline: February 5, 2025
Go to RBC Future Launch Scholarship for Indigenous Youth information and application page.

Fraser River Indigenous Society - Bringing Tradition Home Program
2025-02-01 09:00 - 13:00 | Fraser River Indigenous Sociery, 11830 223rd Street (2nd floor), Maple Ridge, BC, V2X 5Y1, Canada
The Fraser River Indigenous Society’s (FRIS) Family Development Programs will be offering the 2025 Winter session of Bringing Tradition Home Parenting Program starting on February 1st, 2025. The 8 sessions are scheduled to be in person on Saturday mornings from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm.
The BTH Program is intended to provide training, education, and support for Indigenous parents/caregivers residing in Ridge Meadows with the goals of improved parenting and family relationships and to support the participants in building culturally appropriate supports that increase the permanence and stability of their families. Preferences will be given to the families attached to MCFD and/or with their children in care within Ridge Meadow community.
The aim of the program is to support caregivers in developing:

An increased knowledge of traditional Indigenous parenting practices and the seven sacred teachings.
A better awareness of healthy child development stages.
The ability to use positive parenting practices confidently.
A stronger connection to parts of your culture and heritage.
A new parenting toolkit that can support the well-being of your children and your family.
Access to positive relationships with other people in your community.

The participants are expected to commit attending the full 8-week program. The spaces are limited, and any overflow requests will be waitlisted for the second round of the BTH Parenting Program later in the year.
Please RSVP ensure your spot. RSVP contact info: accessadmin@frisociety.ca

Indspire Bursaries and Scholarships Application Deadline
2025-02-01
Indspire Bursaries and Scholarships for Post-Secondary Education
Bursaries and scholarships for full and part time studies in college, university, skilled trades, apprenticeships, and technology programs.
There is one application for all of Indspire’s bursaries and scholarships (with a few exceptions). You only need to complete the application once to be considered for all applicable bursaries and scholarships.
Application Deadlines for 2024/25 academic year: August 1, November 1, February 1

Go to Indspire Bursaries and Scholarships information and application page.
Go to a full list of all Indspire bursaries and scholarships. Click on each individual bursary or scholarship to view details.

SFU Indigenous Student Preview Day
2025-01-31 09:30 - 15:30 | SFU, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, BC, V5A 1S6, Canada
SFU’s Annual Indigenous Student Preview Day will be held on January 31, 2025 from 9:30 am – 3:30 pm at SFU – Burnaby Campus.
Busses will be provided. Please contact the Indigenous Education Department staff at secondary schools to sign up.
This event provides Indigenous students the opportunity to tour the Burnaby campus, engage with SFU Elders and faculties, and learn about SFU’s student services, as well as enjoy a complimentary lunch at SFU’s renowned Dinning Commons. Indigenous Student Preview day encourages indigenous students in grades 8 through 12 to spend the day at SFU, to experience what the day in the life of a current Indigenous SFU student is like. During Preview Day, current Indigenous SFU students will share what it is like to be a student at SFU right now – we’ll visit the Indigenous Student Centre, learn about the vibrant Indigenous community at SFU, and connect with one of our Indigenous Student Centre Elders in residence.

SD42 Skilled Trades Showcase Night at THSS
2025-01-23 17:30 - 20:30 | Thomas Haney Secondary School, 23000 116 Ave, Maple Ridge, BC, V2X0T8, Canada
You are invited to attend the Maple Ridge – Pitt Meadows School District Trades Showcase event on Thursday, January 23, 2025 from 5:30-8:30 pm at Thomas Haney Secondary School. The purpose of this showcase event is to promote SD42 Trades Training programs and to highlight careers in the skilled trades. Students and parents/guardians will learn about employment opportunities and gain industry insights directly from industry personnel. There will be over 40 industries represented at the Showcase along with heavy mechanical trades simulators, hands on activities and free food.
Registration is required to ensure adequate preparation for refreshments and seating. Register at the link below:
Trades Showcase Night January 23, 2025 – Registration
If you have any questions, please contact Brad Dingler (604-626-1176) or Brenna Michaud (604-315-0678).

Bannock and Books with Author Nadine McSpadden
2025-01-23 15:30 - 16:30 | One Way Club Society, 22270 North Avenue, Maple Ridge, BC, Canada
Join us for an engaging experience as author Nadine McSpadden reads to us. Limited to 40 families from SD42.
January 23, 2025 from 3:30 to 4:30 pm
One Way Club Society, 22270 North Avenue, Maple Ridge
To make reservations: Click this Reservation Link or email Michelle Chabot or reach out to your Indigenous Education Support Worker.

Métis Event - Connecting to our Ancestors
2025-01-19 14:00 - 16:00 | One Way Club Society, 22270 North Avenue, Maple Ridge, BC, Canada
Attention Métis families!
Golden Ears Métis Society (GEMS), Fraser River Indigenous Society (FRIS), and Métis Nation BC (MNBC) invite you to join us to discuss connecting to our Métis Ancestors. This information session will take place on January 19, 2025 from 2:00-4:00 pm at the One Way Club Society, 22270 North Avenue, Maple Ridge.
This event is an excellent opportunity for those who have Métis heritage, or think they may have Métis heritage, to learn more about ways to connect to their culture and community, and for those in the community to share their family stories.
After the presentation, there will be time to learn and share stories with the community over light refreshments. MNBC Citizenship staff will be available to answer questions about applying for Citizenship and the Citizenship process. GEMS invites you to bring copies of your ancestral photos to display on the Ancestor wall. (You will take the copies with you when you leave.)
Come celebrate Métis culture with music and prizes.
Please RSVP your attendance to ensure we have enough refreshment available for attendees. See the RSVP email below:

RSVP at: accessadmin@frisociety.ca
We are looking forward to seeing you at the event!

Schools reopen after Winter Break
2025-01-06

Winter Break
2024-12-23 - 2025-01-03
