FVMA EVENTS & NEWS
Events
June 2024
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED: FVMA Annual Metis Fiddle Lessons Program – October 12 2024 to June 14 2025
December 2024
First Nation, Inuit and Metis Artisan Market | December 7, 2024 – 12 to 4 PM | 3277 Gladwin Road
First Nation, Inuit and Metis Artisan Market | December 14, 2024 – 12 to 4 PM | 3277 Gladwin Road
RSVP for FVMA’s Community Gathering Luncheon Event | Dec. 15, 2024 (Sunday) | 11 am – 1 pm | 3277 Gladwin Road
Community Partner Share: L.I.N.C. Society’s Christmas Dinner | December 19, 2024 | 5 to 7 pm
D.R.U.M.C. (Dawn Rising Urban Medicine Circle) – Saturdays 9 am – 3277 Gladwin Road AbbotsfordRepeating Event
January 2025
FVMA’s Weekly Matriarch Circle is back!Repeating Event
February 2025
GROWING ROOTS Metis-Based Childcare Grand Opening – February 14 2025 – West Height Elementary School – Mission, BC Canada
March 2025
FVMA’s 19th Annual AGM – March 15 2025
News
December 9, 2024: UPDATE – Ongoing Personal and Community Data Breach
The Fraser Valley Métis Association (FVMA) has been actively addressing the serious privacy breach discovered earlier this year. We want to keep our community informed
Community Update on MNBC Senate Correspondence
November 23, 2024 We want to address the recent MNBC Senate correspondence shared within our community. This matter will be discussed during FVMA’s Annual General
November 14, 2024: 🎉 FVMA Named Best Non-Profit Organization of the Year! 🎉
We are thrilled to announce that the Fraser Valley Métis Association (FVMA) has been awarded Best Non-Profit Organization of the Year at the Abbotsford Business
November 9, 2024: Culturally Based Trauma Counselling at Emma’s Acres with Elder Russell Point
Beginning November 18th, 2024 FVMA’s community partner L.I.N.C. (Long-term Inmates Now in the Community) Society is pleased to announce that Elder Russell Point will be
🌸 FVMA’s Matriarch Circle is Back! 🌸
November 7, 2024 We’re thrilled to announce that FVMA’s Matriarch Circle will be returning on November 19th! With bi-monthly gatherings on the first and third
June 21, 2024: Community Update on Data Breach
Tansi FVMA Community, We wish to inform you that we have confirmed the data breach involving unauthorized access to our systems by a group of
September 24, 2024 Matriarch Circle Update – Volunteers Keep Cultural Connections Strong Despite Limited Resources
September 2024 Update: Our volunteers have been working tirelessly to ensure that our community continues to have opportunities to connect, celebrate, and grow together. With
September 15, 2024 – Successful Terry Fox Run Event Raises $3,000!
The Fraser Valley Métis Association (FVMA) is excited to share the success of Abbotsford’s Terry Fox Run, which took place on September 15, 2024, at
FVMAs 6th Annual Métis Strong Youth Summer Camp 2024 – A Resounding Success!
The Fraser Valley Métis Association (FVMA) proudly hosted the 6th Annual Métis Strong Youth Summer Camp from July 19 to 22, 2024. This year’s camp
June 28, 2024 – FVMA events and Volunteers Taking a Well-Deserved Summer Break!
The Fraser Valley Métis Association (FVMA) is excited to announce that our dedicated volunteers will take a summer break in July and August to enjoy
June 9 2024 – FVMA Community Address & Request
RE: Addressing False Allegations and Request for Community Cooperation Dear Mission & Abbotsford Community, We hope this letter finds you well. As a vital part
MNBC’s Opikinawasowin – Growing a Metis Child Video featuring the FVMA community
Celebrating Community! The Fraser Valley Métis Association (FVMA) recently showcased the rich culture and heritage of the Métis community in a captivating video made by