Nawican Friendship Centre

10/16/2026

🎨✨ Schedule update! Check out our final painting class dates below. We can’t wait to get creative with you!

📢 EDIT: Updated Painting Class Dates!
Our final painting classes will be held on October 19, 20, 22 & 23.
🚫 There will be no class on Wednesday, October 21.

🎨 Calling all Elders (60+)! Join us for our Guided Painting Class where you can create and decorate vases, plates, etc., or bring your own special item to paint! No experience needed, just come ready to relax, connect, and get creative.

We look forward to painting with you! 🎨💛

10/14/2026

💜 Thanks to Community Action Team Dawson Creek for supporting our community! Be sure to give them a follow and stay updated on their outreach services!

10/13/2026

The holiday season is coming to Nawican! ❤️🎄

We're looking for vendors to join our Christmas Market at Nawican on November 21st from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Showcase your crafts, baking, artwork, gifts, and more while helping us bring holiday cheer to our community.

Reserve your table with a donation to help stock our sleigh! 🎁

📞 Call NBYCC at 250-784-0061 to book your spot.

10/09/2026

🧵✨ Friday nights just got crafty! 💖

Join us TONIGHT for Beading & Craft Night! 🎨🪡

We're excited to make this a weekly Friday gathering from 6:00–7:30 PM at NBYCC! 🥰

Bring your creativity, connect, and enjoy a cozy evening of crafting together! All skill levels welcome! ❤️

10/09/2026

🚨 DATE CHANGE NOTICE 🚨

Please note that the Kairos Blanket Exercise has been rescheduled and will now take place on October 25.

We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

🍂 Kairos Blanket Exercise 📅 October 25 📍 NBYCC – 10200 17 St. 🎟️ Free Admission ☕ Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.

🕙 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM Elders Session Only

🕐 1:00 PM Onward Open to Everyone

Important: The morning session is reserved for Elders only. Anyone attending the afternoon session (1:00 PM onward) will be required to complete an ELST Client Intake before participating.

Join us for an interactive learning journey through 500+ years of Indigenous history and gain a deeper understanding of truth and reconciliation.

To register, contact the Nawican Friendship Centre: 📞 (250) 784-0061

10/08/2026

🍂 Thanksgiving Closure Notice 🍂
The Nawican Friendship Centre will be closed on Thanksgiving Monday as we take time to celebrate, reflect, and give thanks with our families, friends, and community.
We wish everyone a safe, happy, and restful Thanksgiving filled with gratitude, connection, and good food. 🧡
🍁 We will reopen on Tuesday and look forward to seeing you then!
Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Nawican Friendship Centre! 🦃🍂

10/07/2026

🎄🛒 Volunteers Needed for Stock Our Sleigh! 🛒🎄

Help support the Dawson Creek Community Christmas Food Drive by volunteering for a 2-hour shift at a local grocery store November 8-14.

A huge thank you to our partners Networks Ministries, St. Mark's Food Bank, Safeway, No Frills, Wright's Food Service, Save-On-Foods, and Dawson Co-op for helping make this community effort possible.

Together, we're helping stock local food banks and support families throughout our community this holiday season. ❤️

📱 Scan the QR code to sign up today!
Or use this link https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C044DAFA629A6FAC07-66234560-2026?fbclid=IwY2xjawUzm_hleHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAWJyaWQRMUdkREpKY2hDaE5ibWVVRmtzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEe6mD21pz8Cu5ff3HVXU1ykk4w84pdavQl9tvvI4wZ_71B3F9XGXoSj2ZQDJ8_aem_rdDmypXIS_qPJjtgqW-ZJA #/

10/07/2026

📢 Heads up, Elders!
There will be no Guided Painting Class on Friday, October 9 and Monday, October 12 for the Thanksgiving holiday. 🍂🦃

Classes will resume on Wednesday, October 14. 🎨✨

Thank you, and we wish everyone a safe and wonderful Thanksgiving! 🧡

📢 EDIT: Updated Painting Class Dates!
Our final painting classes will be held on October 19, 20, 22 & 23.
🚫 There will be no class on Wednesday, October 21.

🎨 Calling all Elders (60+)! Join us for our Guided Painting Class where you can create and decorate vases, plates, etc., or bring your own special item to paint! No experience needed, just come ready to relax, connect, and get creative.

We look forward to painting with you! 🎨💛

10/06/2026

🦃 Gratitude, community, and a delicious meal. Join us for Thanksgiving Lunch at Nawican Friendship Centre! 🍁

10/06/2026

📣 NEW DATE – OCTOBER 15!

Build your financial confidence! 💰

Join us for a FREE Financial Literacy Workshop with BasePoint CPA and learn practical tips for budgeting, saving, managing debt, and more!

📅 NEW DATE: October 15
⏰ 1–3 PM
📍 Nawican Friendship Centre
🍪 Snacks will be provided!

Please note: The workshop originally scheduled for October 8 has been moved to October 15.

Reserve your spot today! 💙