Kw'umut Lelum

10/23/2026

⚽ Drop-In Soccer Has Moved Indoors!

Join us for fun drills, games, and scrimmages in a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally safe environment for children and youth!

Limited transportation is available. For more information, contact Brittany at [email protected].

10/22/2026

Last week, a group of youth joined our Sta'tsup team for a weekend in the Gulf Islands focused on Respecting the Harvest.

During the experience, youth had the opportunity to track and harvest deer, learning through hands-on experience while strengthening their connection to the land, cultural teachings, and traditional harvesting practices. The deer were then brought back to Stz’uminus, where they were respectfully processed and prepared.

Huy tseep q’a to everyone who helped make this experience possible and to our youth for taking part in these important teachings and practicing their inherited rights.

10/21/2026

Don’t forget to sign up to learn more about our Wellness Navigator! Sessions available in Nanaimo and Duncan!

Looking for support when navigating concerns about your child or youth with diverse learning needs?

Join us for a Support & Information Group designed to answer questions, provide helpful information, and help families better understand child and youth development.

Topics we’ll explore:
🔹 Developmental milestones and how to recognize differences
🔹 Common child and youth diagnoses
🔹 Where families can turn when they have concerns about development
🔹 Understanding available resources, supports, and benefits for children and youth with disabilities

What’s included:
☕ Refreshments and snacks, including charcuterie boards, dessert plates, coffee, tea, water and Bubly
📄 Helpful handouts
🧸 Sensory take-home kits
🎤 Guest speakers from community partners who support children and youth with diverse learning needs

🎁 Pre-register and attend in person to receive a complimentary $25 gift card!

Registration deadlines:
📍 Nanaimo — November 13 at 4:30 PM
📍 Duncan — November 21 at 4:30 PM

Drop-ins are welcome! We hope to see you there and connect with families in our communities.

Register today: https://kwumut.wufoo.com/forms/navigating-concerns-for-children-and-youth/

10/20/2026

Do you have a little one ages 0–5? 💛

Join us weekly beginning November 9th for helpful tips and tricks to support your child’s growth and development through connection!

These sessions are a great opportunity to build parenting skills, learn ways to help your little one thrive in everyday life, and enjoy fun crafts together.

Register today and join us: https://kwumut.wufoo.com/forms/active-parenting-first-five-years/

10/20/2026

Yesterday was such an incredible day! 🧡

Elders from across Vancouver Island gathered at the Beban Social Centre for a beautiful day of community, culture, and connection at our annual Elders Gathering.

Throughout the day, Elders participated in workshops, including movement and healthy aging, chair yoga, and fraud and scam awareness. There were also opportunities for self-care, with tarot readings, haircuts, braiding, cedar brushing, massages, and much more.

Elders also had the opportunity to connect with a variety of service providers and learn about the resources available to support their health and well-being.

There is something truly special about seeing our Elders come together as one. Sharing laughter, stories, and teachings, making new friends, and reconnecting with familiar faces. These moments of connection remind us of the importance of community, culture, and coming together.

A heartfelt huy tseep q’a to everyone who joined us and helped make this day so memorable. Until next year!

10/19/2026

This week we have many different programs happening across our member Nations.

Be sure to visit our events page to plan out your week ahead: www.kwumut.org/events

10/15/2026

Kw'umut Lelum's 2025/2026 is now available!

Take a look back at the past year and seeing some of the work and accomplishments across Kw’umut Lelum, be sure to check it out!

Review here: https://www.flipsnack.com/kwumut/2026-kw-umut-lelum-annual-report

10/15/2026

We’re just 4 days away from our Elders Gathering!

We’re looking forward to bringing our Elders together for a special day of connection, community, culture, and fun!

Haven’t registered yet? It’s not too late! We’d love to see you there: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/qapthut-suleluhw-elders-gathering-2026-tickets-2001231076020

10/14/2026

Teens ages 13–19 are invited to join us for a day of Indigenous perspectives on grief, loss and healing.

This is a supportive opportunity for teens who may be navigating a difficult time or experiencing the loss of someone important to them. Come together to learn, connect and explore healing through Indigenous perspectives.

Sign up today: https://kwumut.wufoo.com/forms/grief-and-loss-for-teens/

10/13/2026

There are still spots availabe in our Prenatal Gathering on October 24th in Nanaimo! Transportation and accommodation are available.

🤰 Expecting moms are invited to join us for a prenatal gathering this October for a day of learning, connection, and prenatal education facilitated by Journey of Birth.

If you’re expecting and interested in joining us, register today: https://kwumut.wufoo.com/forms/prenatal-gathering/

Want to learn more about Journey of Birth? Check out more information here: https://journeyofbirth.ca/