FVMA EVENTS & NEWS
Events
June 2024
REGISTRATION IS CLOSED: FVMA Annual Metis Fiddle Lessons Program – October 12 2024 to June 14 2025
November 2024
**POSTPONED** until further notice: FVMA Community Potluck Gathering | Nov. 20, 2024 | 6 – 8:30 pm (Wed) | 3277 Gladwin Road
D.R.U.M.C. (Dawn Rising Urban Medicine Circle) – Saturdays 9 am – 3277 Gladwin Road AbbotsfordRepeating Event
First Nation, Inuit and Metis Artisan Market | November 30, 2024 – 12 to 4 PM | 3277 Gladwin Road
December 2024
FVMA’s Weekly Matriarch Circle is back!Repeating Event
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 19th Annual Voting AGM | Dec. 15, 2024 (Sunday) | 11 am – 1 pm | 3277 Gladwin Road
News
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
COMMUNITY EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT: Sweet Adelines Region 26 Contest 2024
May 2024 – We’re excited to invite you to join us in supporting community as they participate in the Region 26 Contest 2024! Sweet Adelines
A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Volunteers and Supporters for the MMIWG2S+ Awareness Walk and REDress Day event on May 5, 2024
On behalf of the entire team at Fraser Valley Metis Association (FVMA), we extend our deepest gratitude to all the incredible volunteers and supporters who