Columbia Basin Alliance for Literacy-Kimberley

09/30/2026

Reconciliation is rooted in the places where we live, learn, and build community. Local gatherings create opportunities to listen to Indigenous voices and deepen our understanding of the histories, cultures, and lived experiences connected to the lands around us.

09/29/2026

BABY GOOSE & BABY STEPS
Kimberley Program Update

💛 Both programs are returning this fall!

Our anticipated October 1 start has been delayed while we finalize our program space.

We're currently working through some of the challenges of securing suitable program space in Kimberley and will announce our start date as soon as arrangements are confirmed.

Thank you for your patience and enthusiasm.
We can't wait to welcome families back!

09/28/2026

🧡 Truth and Reconciliation Week | Webinar #6 🧡
Indigenous Youth Perspectives on Health and Wellbeing.
📅 Friday, September 25, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM PT | 11:00 AM MT
📍 Zoom or YouTube
Register: https://trw-svr.nctr.ca/lunch-and-learns/
Join this live webinar to explore the challenges faced by youth living in the shadow of residential schools and other colonial systems, and discuss how individuals and communities can support meaningful, culturally safe support.

09/28/2026

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🪶Both the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day take place on September 30th. The day recognizes and honours the lost children and survivors of residential schools.

Learning the truth is an important first step for all Canadians toward healing our community.

The devastating impact of Residential Schools on Indigenous families cannot be overstated. The stories in these books - including non-fiction, memoir, poetry, and novels - offers insight for anyone who wants to learn more about these issues. Books are a helpful resource to deepen our understanding and learn more about complex issues.

📚All of these books & many more are available at KPL.

🌐https://kimberley.bc.libraries.coop/subject-guides/indigenous-peoples/

09/23/2026

✨ Our in-person language classes begin next week! ✨

📖 Join us at the CBAL office on Tuesdays from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. for our English Language Class.

Contact Tamara today for more details 👉

✉ [email protected]
💬250-427-6027

09/22/2026

Everyday is a great day to enrich your life with learning

🧡 Truth and Reconciliation Week | Webinars #2 & #3 🧡
Economic Reconciliation: Understanding Opportunities, Responsibilities, and Impact

📅 Tuesday, September 22, 2026
🕗 8:00 AM PT | 9:00 AM MT
📍 Zoom or YouTube
Register: https://trw-svr.nctr.ca/lunch-and-learns/

Growing and Strengthening Indigenous–Newcomer Solidarity

📅 Tuesday, September 22, 2026
🕙 10:00 AM PT | 11:00 AM MT
📍 Zoom or YouTube
Register: https://trw-svr.nctr.ca/lunch-and-learns/

Join these live webinars to learn about Indigenous self-determination, prosperity, and community well-being, while learning to foster relationships that support Calls to Action 93 and 94.

09/18/2026

🧡 Truth and Reconciliation Week | Webinar #1 🧡
Protecting Survivor Truths: Holding and Preserving Indigenous Lived Experience

📅 Monday, September 21, 2026
🕗 10:00 AM PT | 11:00 AM MT
📍 Zoom or YouTube
Register: https://trw-svr.nctr.ca/lunch-and-learns/

Join this live webinar, offered by the National Centre for Truth and reconciliation (NCTR), to reflect on the importance of preserving survivor stories and lived experiences.

09/18/2026

🌟 Join CBAL and WorkBC for an online Job Search Skills workshop on Friday, September 25.

You will learn:

✅ Tips for writing a resume
✅ How to search for jobs online
✅ What the current job market looks like

For more information and to register, contact Tamara:

💬 250-427-6027
📩 [email protected]