Positive Living North: No khēyoh t'sih'en t'sehena Society

08/25/2026

📍Fort St. John, BC

💜 International Overdose Awareness Day💜
Time to Remember. Time to Act.

📍 Festival Plaza, Fort St. John
📅 Monday, August 31, 2026
⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM

We invite our Fort St. John community to come together at Festival Plaza for an afternoon of remembrance, connection, support, healing, and hope.

This gathering is a space to honour loved ones lost to overdose, support those impacted, celebrate recovery, reduce stigma, and connect with community resources.

What to expect:
• Memorial Wall
• Stories of Hope & Sobriety Wall
• Community Art Project
• Resource Passport & Partner Tables
• Naloxone & Harm Reduction Resources
• Open Mic
• Wellness & Cool-Down Space
• Light Dinner & Refreshments
• Prayer & Drumming

Everyone is welcome.

Whether you come to remember someone you love, support a friend or family member, learn about local resources, celebrate recovery, or simply stand alongside your community — there is a place for you here.

Memorial Wall
If you would like to honour a loved one lost to overdose, photos or messages can be sent to [email protected] or brought with you to the gathering.

With support from our community:

Nenan Dane Zaa Deh Zona Family Services • Foundry • Positive Living North • Urban Systems • Fort St. John Friendship Society • Women’s Resource Society • Fort St. John Community Action Team • Fort St. John Literacy Society • The Landing Place • Fort St. John Employment Connections • First Nations Health Authority • Northern Health • Community Volunteers

Please share the post and event poster to help us spread the word.

Remember. Support. Connect. Heal. Hope.

08/24/2026

🚨𝗝𝗢𝗕 𝗢𝗣𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗔𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗧‼️

We are looking for an 𝘐𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘮 𝘊𝘰𝘰𝘬 for our Fire Pit Cultural Drop-In Centre in Prince George, BC.

✉️ To apply, send your resume to [email protected].
📍 You may also visit our head office at 1-1563 2nd Ave., Prince George, BC.
💡 To learn more about this role, check out the posters attached.

08/19/2026

AT THE MOMENT‼️

Positive Living North Society is at Wood Innovation Park ‘til 3pm for the 6th Annual Overdose Prevention Community Health Fair hosted by Soonats’ooneh Health Society.

Catch our Health Educators Julie and Harman at our booth, and learn more about community health resources. See you 👋

08/18/2026

🚨Positive Living North is looking for members of our Board of Directors‼️

We are inviting community leaders to apply for open positions on our Board of Directors. If you are passionate about harm reduction, community wellness, and supporting people living with or affected by HIV/HCV, we would be honoured to welcome your leadership.

✅ Indigenous people are strongly encouraged to apply, as Indigenous voices and lived experiences are essential to guiding the future of our organization.

✅ To apply, email [email protected]. For questions, call us at (250) 562-1172.

✅ Join us in strengthening community, advancing cultural safety, and supporting wellness across Northern BC.

07/31/2026

Please note that all Positive Living North offices, including the Fire Pit Cultural Drop-In Centre, will be closed on Monday, August 3, in observance of BC Day.

Our team will resume regular operations on Tuesday, August 4.

We wish everyone a safe and enjoyable long weekend!

07/31/2026

📢 WE ARE HIRING: Education Manager 📢

Are you a dynamic, compassionate leader passionate about community education, harm reduction, and health equity in Northern BC?

Positive Living North is seeking a full-time Education Manager (37.5 hrs/week) to lead our education department! In this role, you will provide leadership around HIV/AIDS, HCV, and STBBI prevention, develop community-led programs, build key partnerships, and support our frontline warriors and community members.

📌 Key Details:
📍 Location: Prince George, BC (In-person)
💼 Type: Full-Time (37.5 hrs/week)
💰 Salary: $28–$31 / Hour
🎁 Benefits: Extended health benefits, paid vacation & sick leave, statutory holidays
⏳ Deadline: Open until filled (ASAP / Early start preferred)

📋 What We Are Looking For:
Degree in Social Sciences or equivalent experience
Strong knowledge of HIV/AIDS, HCV, STBBIs, and harm reduction frameworks
Experience in program management, curriculum development, and team supervision
Deep respect for Indigenous culture, community development, and health equity
Lived experience as a racialized person and/or marginalized community member is highly valued!

📩 How to Apply:
We welcome both written AND recorded cover letters (up to 3 minutes)! Please submit your resume along with your written or recorded cover letter to:
👤 Attention: Rosemary Jamal, Interim Co-Executive Director & Program Manager
📧 Email: [email protected]
📬 Mail: 1563 2nd Ave, Prince George, BC V2L 3B8
🌐 Visit www.positivelivingnorth.org to learn more about our work.

Positive Living North is committed to non-discrimination. People living with HIV/AIDS/HCV and those of Indigenous ancestry are strongly encouraged to apply.

07/29/2026

Positive Living North is honoured to partner with Takla Nation and Carrier Sekani Family Services for the Takla HIV Community Wellness Initiative – Community Learning Days on July 30 & 31 at the Potlatch House in Takla Landing.

Over two days, community members are invited to participate in engaging and interactive sessions focused on:
❤️ HIV Awareness & Education
🧡 Hepatitis C (HCV) Education
💛 STI & Syphilis Education
🎲 Interactive HIV & STI Bingo
🤝 Healthy Relationships for Youth
🩺 Confidential HIV, Hepatitis C, and Syphilis Testing
💙 Mental Health Support
🎁 Great prizes and giveaways throughout the event!

This initiative is about creating a safe, welcoming space to learn, ask questions, reduce stigma, and connect with health resources that support the well-being of individuals, families, and the community.

📍 Potlatch House, Takla Landing
📅 July 30–31, 2026

Everyone is welcome—we look forward to learning, connecting, and building healthier communities together.

07/28/2026

💛 Today is World Hepatitis Day! 💛

Join Positive Living North as we recognize World Hepatitis Day 2026 by coming together to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and support healthier communities.

📅 Today – July 28, 2026
📍 The Fire Pit
🕐 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Come enjoy an afternoon of learning, connection, and community with:
🎉 HCV Bingo (gift cards for winners!)
🩺 HIV & Hepatitis C testing (honorarium gift cards available for those who get tested)
📚 HCV 101 education session
🤝 Information booths
🍽️ Lunch provided

Hepatitis C is preventable, treatable, and curable. By increasing awareness, encouraging testing, and connecting people to care, we can help eliminate hepatitis and create healthier futures for everyone.

We look forward to seeing you there!