08/05/2026
As we move into August, we're reflecting on July and what an incredibly full and rewarding month it was! From camps and workshops to time spent on the land, it has been filled with moments of connection, joy, learning, and laughter for the youth, families, and community we have the privilege of working alongside.
We started with an outstanding week at Camp Artaban with The Friendship Project Overnight Culture Camp at the beginning of July!
NIHA was proud to partner with Sagitawa Friendship Society in Peace River, High Level Native Friendship Society, and our very own GPFC Pitone Youth Group to bring allllllll the youth together for an amazing week of connection, culture, laughter, and fun on the land.
We were honoured to welcome Knowledge Keeper Alexa Lizotte, who shared her beautiful fish scale art with us and gave everyone the chance to create their own piece. We also had the pleasure of spending time with Natascha Okimaw of Natawihowin Health Navigation, founder of The Friendship Project Camp, who led us on a medicine walk before teaching us how to turn those teachings into beautiful eco sun prints using plants and turmeric to create framed nature art.
The rest of our week was packed with activities that brought everyone together. We made sun catchers, went canoeing, tried our hand at archery, made Bannock and stew, went swimming, played games, got creative with crafts, cooked together, and shared so many laughs along the way. Every evening ended around the fire with a sharing circle, giving everyone a chance to connect, reflect, and support one another.
To wrap up an unforgettable week, we celebrated with a mini giveaway before heading home with new friendships, new skills, and memories that will last a lifetime.
A huge thank you to everyone who helped make this camp such a meaningful experience! Watching our youth learn, grow, and build lasting connections is what it's all about!
