School closes for summer holidays
2025-06-26

Indigenous Rookie League - Summer 2025
2025-07-01 - 2025-08-30
Register online now at: https://www.mnbc.ca/indigenous-rookie-league

School opens following summer holidays
2025-09-02

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
2025-09-30

Winter break
2025-12-20 - 2026-01-04

Schools reopen after winter break
2026-01-05

Bannock and Books with Author Sarah-Anne Tourand
2026-01-14 15:30 - 16:30 (America/Vancouver) | Pitt Meadows Elementary Library, 11941 Harris Road, Pitt Meadows, Canada
The first SD42 Indigenous Education Bannock and Books is coming up!
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
3:30 to 4:30 pm.
Pitt Meadows Elementary Library
The presenting author is Sarah-Anne Tourond who wrote You Are the Land and We Are Sacred. Sarah will read from one of her books, and will share her own yoga practice and artwork featuring burnt ash (wood).
There is space for 30 students for West Zone Elementary Schools Indigenous families (PME, EME, HPE,DJE, FVE, MRE, HHE). Register HERE.
Next Bannock and Books sessions:
Central Zone Schools – February, 2026
East Zone Schools – March 10, 2026

Teachings of the Land - Pitt Meadows Public Library
2026-01-22 17:30 - 19:30 | PItt Meadows Public Library, 200 12099 Harris Road, Pitt Meadows, BC, V3Y 0E5
Teachings of the Land
January 22, 2026 – 5:30 pm
FVRL – Pitt Meadows Public Library
Join us for a gentle and reflective workshop exploring the ancestral teachings of the Katzie First Nation territory. Guided by Len Pierre, we will learn how the land shapes our relationships, responsibilities, and reconciliation. This session offers stories and insights inviting deep listening and meaningful connection. Open to all who wish to learn, grow, and walk respectfully with the land.
This is a catered event. Registration is Required.
Register at: https://www.fvrl.bc.ca/events/13769#registration_form

Len Pierre (he/him) – Owner & CEO of Len Pierre Consulting – Len Pierre is Coast Salish from Katzie (kate-zee) First Nation. Len is an award winning entrepreneur, professor, consultant, TEDx Speaker, social activist, change agent, & traditional knowledge sharer. He specializes in the development of educational programs and services with decolonization and reconciliation as its core values. Len holds a Masters degree in Education from Simon Fraser University focusing on Indigenous curriculum and instructional design. His experience includes Indigenous education and program leadership from various organizations across colonial Canada. He comes to us with an open heart and open mind, and hopes to be received in the same way.

FRIS Bringing Tradition Home Parenting Program
2026-01-24 09:00 - 13:00 | Fraser River Indigenous Sociery, 11830 223rd Street (2nd floor), Maple Ridge, BC, V2X 5Y1, Canada
The Fraser River Indigenous Society (FRIS) Bringing Tradition Home Parenting Program starts Saturday, January 24th, 2026 at the FRIS office (11830 223rd Street, Maple Ridge).
Class will run every Saturday morning from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm.
Light breakfast snacks will be provided at 9:00 am; lunch will be served at 12:30. Participants are expected to commit to attending the full 8-week program to receive their certificate and attend the blanketed graduation ceremony.
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 indigenous 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.

Register by email at accessadmin@frisociety.ca .

Non-instructional Day
2026-01-27, 2026-02-13, 2026-05-13

Family Day
2026-02-16

Bannock and Books with Joseph Dandurand
2026-02-18 15:30 - 16:30 | Westview Secondary, 20905 Wicklund Avenue, Maple Ridge, British Columbia, V2x 0T8, Canada
The second SD42 Indigenous Education Bannock and Books is coming up!
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
3:30 to 4:30 pm.
Indigenous Education District Library @ Westview Secondary
Join us for an afternoon of connection, stories, and bannock! Central zone students and families are invited to a special event featuring guest author Joseph Dandurand from Kwantlen First Nation. Joseph will share his inspiring words through his many picture books such as The Bears and the Magic Masks. This engaging session will nurture creativity, well-being, and cultural appreciation. Space is limited to 30 students.
There is space for 30 students for Central Zone Elementary Schools Indigenous families (Yennadon/Eric Langley/ Glenwood/Golden Ears/Harry Hooge/Kanaka Creek/Laity View). Registration is required.
Register HERE.
Next Bannock and Books sessions:
East Zone Schools – March 10, 2026

Spring Break
2026-03-14 - 2026-03-29

Schools reopen after Spring Break
2026-03-30

FRIS Braids on the Land Nature Group
2026-03-31 - 2026-05-12 | Fraser River Indigenous Sociery, 11830 223rd Street (2nd floor), Maple Ridge, BC, V2X 5Y1, Canada
The Fraser River Indigenous Society Braids on the Land is a facilitated nature group based on the book, Braiding Sweetgrass for Young Adults. This group is open to self identifying Indigenous children and youth aged 10 to 18 yrs. The group will explore Indigenous teachings, relationships with the land, storytelling, and community stewardship through discussion, creative activities, and land-based learning.
Schedule and Location
Tuesday, March 31, 2026 to Tuesday, May 12, 2026 from 3:30pm to 5:30pm.
All sessions – except for field trips – will be held at the FRIS (2nd Floor, 11830 223 Street, Maple Ridge). Outside activities will be in the FRIS garden or within the city block FRIS is located on.
Scheduled Field Trip Sessions
Tuesday March 31, 2026 – Kanaka Creek Regional Park Fraser Riverfront (River Road) and Tuesday April 21, 2026 – Alco Park. (Caregivers are required to participate in field trip sessions)
REGISTER BY MARCH 27, 2026
To REGISTER contact: info@frisociety.ca
Caregiver Consent Form

Call for Poster Designs - National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 2026
2026-04-01 - 2026-04-30
Please submit your name, age and artwork (high resolution pdf/jpg) to: events@plea.bc.ca

Good Friday
2026-04-03

Easter Monday
2026-04-06

Victoria Day
2026-05-18

Last Day for Students
2026-06-24

Schools Close for Summer Break
2026-06-25
