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SUMMARY:Davis Bay Hall: Beginner Tai Chi Classes
DESCRIPTION:Join the thriving Tai Chi community enjoying the health and fitness benefits\nof this low-impact\, strength building and meditative form of exercise! These classes are for people of all ages who have never done tai chi before or for people looking to refresh their previous skill. \nClasses are every Monday at 6:30pm to 8:00pm and every Wednesday at 11:30am to 1:00pm. Classes are held at the Davis Bay Community Hall. \n$35/mo. or $10/class \nNew students accepted until Oct. 15\, 2025.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/davis-bay-hall-beginner-tai-chi-classes/2025-11-24/
LOCATION:Davis Bay Community Hall\, 5123 Davis Bay Rd\, Sechelt BC
CATEGORIES:Sports/Exercise/Yoga,Workshop/Classes/Retreat
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SUMMARY:Opportunity: Sechelt Winter Market
DESCRIPTION:The Sechelt Winter Market (Ripple) is now accepting applications for the 2025 season. Seaside Center Sechelt\, Saturdays 10am – 2pm Oct 18th – Dec 20th.\n\n\nApply at https://forms.gle/pLWf7XqddkvxQYdz7
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-sechelt-winter-market/2025-11-25/
LOCATION:Seaside Centre\, 5790 Teredo St.\, Sechelt\, V0N 3A0
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
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SUMMARY:Opportunity: Become a Vendor for 3 different Craft Markets
DESCRIPTION:Arts in the Hood is your hub for celebrating the seasons with local makers\, crafters\, and food artisans here on the Sunshine Coast.\n\n\nThis year we’re bringing you three festive markets:\n– Gibsons Fall Faire – Oct 11–12\n– Crafts in the Hood – Dec 6–7\n– Last Chance Market – Dec 13–14\nApplication and more info here.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-become-a-vendor-for-3-different-craft-markets/2025-11-25/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arts in the Hood":MAILTO:scartsinthehood@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Opportunity: Seniors (55+) Lit Contest
DESCRIPTION:Deadline Dec 31 2025. On October 1st\, National Seniors Day\, the new Seniors Literary Contest hosted by the literary quarterly\, “Not An Island”\, published by the Sunshine Coast Writers and Editors Society opens. If you’re a BC Resident 55 years of age or older you’re eligible to submit your stories\, poems and nonfiction to the contest.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-seniors-55-lit-contest-2/2025-11-25/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="SCWES":MAILTO:sunshinecoast@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Opportunity: HMB Holiday Market Vendor Applications
DESCRIPTION:To be held on Friday\, December 5th\, at the HMB School gym. Vendor applications are now open for the 4th annual HMB Holiday Market & Kids Craft Fair volunteer-run event hosted by Halfmoon Bay Community School. All proceeds go directly to support the kids at HMB Elementary. Expect lots of kids\, festive energy\, and community spirit.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-hmb-holiday-market-vendor-applications/2025-11-25/
LOCATION:Halfmoon Bay Community School
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
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SUMMARY:Opportunity: Art @ the Market - Call out for Art Submissions
DESCRIPTION:Deadline Jan 30th. We’re thrilled to invite you to showcase your artwork at Gibsons Public Market through our Art at the Market program. This is a wonderful opportunity to share your creativity with the community in a vibrant and welcoming space.\nIf you’re interested in being part of this exciting initiative\, please review the submission guidelines below to ensure your application receives full consideration. \n1. Cohesive Collection\nSubmit a minimum of 3 to 6 pieces that form a unified body of work. \nThe collection should demonstrate a consistent medium\, subject matter\, or aesthetic. \n2. Image Requirements\nAll images must be cropped to show only the artwork (no frames\, walls\, or background clutter). \nAll files must be high-resolution\, clear\, and well-lit. \n3. File Naming Convention\nEach image file must be na
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-art-the-market-call-out-for-art-submissions/2025-11-25/
LOCATION:Gibsons Public Market\, 473 Gower Pt Rd\, Gibsons\, BC\, V0N 1V0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
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SUMMARY:Opportunity: Wanted: Food Vendors
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, the HMB Holiday Market features 20 main vendors and over 30 kid vendors (accompanied by their parents and friends) during peak dinner hours from 5:30PM – 8PM … the perfect time for serving lots of hungry families! \nWe’re currently seeking family-friendly food trucks to enhance our busy Christmas market on Friday\, Dec 5th. Spots are available in a designated OUTDOOR area at the main entrance to the event. Join us! Apply on the website hmbholidaymarket.ca
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-wanted-food-vendors/2025-11-25/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
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UID:10102195-1764032400-1764118799@coastculture.com
SUMMARY:Opportunity: Canada Summer Jobs Applications Now Open
DESCRIPTION:Deadline Dec 11th. Offering funding to help employers create meaningful summer employment opportunities for youth aged 15 to 30. The program supports not-for-profits\, public sector organizations\, and small businesses that want to hire youth for quality full-time summer positions. \nApplications opened on November 4 and the deadline to apply is December 11. Employers can request funding for summer roles that typically run between 6 and 16 weeks\, with flexibility to design positions that support organizational needs while providing valuable work experience for young people. \nCanada Summer Jobs is funded by the Government of Canada through Employment and Social Development Canada. Eligible not-for-profits may receive up to 100 percent of the provincial minimum wage\, while eligible public and private sector employers may receive up to 50 percent. For full details\, eligibility information\, and application steps\, visit the Government of Canada’s Canada Summer Jobs program page here.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-canada-summer-jobs-applications-now-open/2025-11-25/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
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SUMMARY:Opportunity: More floats needed for Sechelt Christmas Parade
DESCRIPTION:Parade Dec 6th. We need your help to make this year’s holiday parade a success! So far we only have 20 floats registered. Last year we had double that. Throw some lights and decorations on\, blast some music – the smiles on all the spectators will be worth it. Register here: https://secheltdowntown.com/event/festival-of-lights-parade
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-more-floats-needed-for-sechelt-christmas-parade/2025-11-25/
LOCATION:Sechelt Downtown\, Sechelt
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Sechelt Downtown Business Association":MAILTO:sdba@dccnet.com
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SUMMARY:Tems Swiya Museum
DESCRIPTION:Sunshine Coast Friends & Visitors we invite you to join us for our two new exhibits Syiyaya ?e te Sinkwu (Our Family of the Sea) that showcases our new Fin Whale skeleton & Our Amalgamation Exhibit (100 years of our stories)\nMuseum Hours Operation: Monday-Friday 9:00AM-4:00PM \nphoto by Heather Conn.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/tems-swiya-museum/2025-11-25/
LOCATION:Tems Swiya Museum\, 5555 SC Hwy\, Sechelt\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community,First Nations
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SUMMARY:Gibsons Library: Knitting a Community
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays. Do you enjoy knitting and/or crocheting with others\, and making useful items from donated yarn for local charities? Drop in to our weekly knitting group on Tuesday mornings. Knitters from beginners to experts are welcome.\nHost: Lynne Dyment\nLimited to 12 in-person participants\, first-come first served.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/gibsons-library-knitting-a-community/2025-11-25/
LOCATION:Gibsons & District Public Library\, 470 Fletcher Rd S\, Gibsons\, BC\, V0N 1V0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community
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SUMMARY:SC Arts Centre: Life Drawing
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays Sept – to end of May with a break mid Dec to mid Jan. We draw under the natural light in the gallery. Our models reflect a range of age and gender. We welcome budding artists and experts alike\, no experience necessary. There’s no competition\, no pressure\, just concentration and direct observation of the undraped human body. Every three years we have a drawing exhibition. Easels\, drawing boards and chairs are provided. Artists draw with pencils\, charcoals\, watercolours\, pastels\, digital drawing – anything goes that can be managed in your small space. \nPlease arrive before 10 so you will be settled before we start at 10 am sharp. We start with 15 1-minute gestures\, then a 5\, 10\, 15\, 20 and 20 minute poses. We have a half hour break 11:30-noon then we have 2 final 30 minute poses. \nFee is $20 cash paid at each session. \n\n\n\nMore info here.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/sc-arts-centre-life-drawing-2/2025-11-25/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Workshop/Classes/Retreat
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251125T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251101T022353Z
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SUMMARY:Graceful Art Gallery: E.A. Evans\, Nature Impressions
DESCRIPTION:Pop up Exhibition of new work in new location in Sunnycrest Mall. The gallery will also represent local crafts\, gifts and apparel for the Christmas season.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/graceful-art-gallery-e-a-evans-nature-impressions/2025-11-25/
LOCATION:Graceful Art Gallery\, 900 Gibsons Way\, Gibsons\, Canada
GEO:49.4083408;-123.5191027
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251125T123000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T021305Z
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SUMMARY:SC Hospice: The Circle
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays & Thursdays\, doors at 10:00am. The Circle is our weekly free wellness program for people facing a life-limiting illness and their caregivers. \nTo inquire and register\, contact our Client Services Coordinator at 604-740-0475 or email here.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/sc-hospice-the-circle-3/2025-11-25/
LOCATION:Hospice House\, 4602 Simpkins Rd\, Davis Bay\, Sechelt\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community
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ORGANIZER;CN="Sunshine Coast Hospice Society":MAILTO:Donna.shugar @coasthospice.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251125T130000
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CREATED:20251104T000834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260111T195953Z
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SUMMARY:Seniors Gathering Space: Coffee & Conversation
DESCRIPTION:Mondays 9:30-10:30am or Tuesdays 11:30 – 1:00pm. Looking for good company and friendly chats? Come hang out\, share stories\, and enjoy a warm drink on us! \nNo cost. No registration. Just drop in.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/seniors-gathering-space-coffee-conversation-2/2025-11-25/
LOCATION:Seniors Gathering Space (Resource Centre Office)\, 5674 Cowrie St\, Sechelt\, BC\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251125T170000
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SUMMARY:PR - Art Exhibition: qathet Art Centre: Present
DESCRIPTION:to Feb 26th. This show is our annual opportunity for all members of the qathet ART community to share and to have their work for sale\, in time for holiday celebrations. A portion of all sales go to the ongoing work of the qathet Art Council and qathet Art Centre in supporting arts and culture in the region.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/pr-art-exhibition-qathet-art-centre-present/2025-11-25/
LOCATION:qathet Art Centre\, 215 - 6975 Alberni St\, Powell River\, BC\, V8A 2B8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts
GEO:49.8457752;-124.5217493
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251125T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251125T140000
DTSTAMP:20260611T005004
CREATED:20250929T002137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T203216Z
UID:10096985-1764075600-1764079200@coastculture.com
SUMMARY:Gibsons Library: Japanese Conversation Group - Online
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays. Are you curious about the Japanese language and culture? Join our weekly online Japanese Conversation Group on Zoom (link on our website). We meet every Tuesday from 1pm–2pm. All levels welcomed.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/gibsons-library-japanese-conversation-group-online/2025-11-25/
LOCATION:Gibsons & District Public Library\, 470 Fletcher Rd S\, Gibsons\, BC\, V0N 1V0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community,Workshop/Classes/Retreat
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251125T180000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T020232Z
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SUMMARY:RC Legion: Beachcombers Ukulele Group Singers (BUGS)
DESCRIPTION:Everyone is welcome to join us. Come by yourself\, bring your family\, your friends. Don’t have an ukulele\, doesn’t matter. Most any other instrument complements the popular ukulele. You can also just come and sing with us. \n2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 4:00-6:00; plus 5th Tuesday of the month (when it occurs) from 4:00-6:00 \nFee $5. More info: Mark Trevis marktrevis@gmail.com or Graham Walker walkersongs@gmail.com
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/rc-legion-beachcombers-ukulele-group-singers-bugs-4/2025-11-25/
LOCATION:Roberts Creek Legion\, 3064 Lower Rd\, Roberts Creek\, BC\, V0N 2W0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Performance/Music
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251125T210000
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SUMMARY:PR - Life Drawing
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays – Drop In. All artistic levels are welcome! \nTo participate in Life Drawing:​\nAll models and artists/guests must sign the weekly attendance sheet.\nThe use of pencil\, pen\, chalk\, paint or charcoal is permitted.\nPlease refrain from using liquid mediums. More info here.\nIf you are interested in modeling or have any questions or concerns\,\nplease text or phone Steve at 604-414-7817
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/pr-life-drawing-2/2025-11-25/
LOCATION:qathet Art Centre\, 215 - 6975 Alberni St\, Powell River\, BC\, V8A 2B8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Arts,Workshop/Classes/Retreat
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251125T213000
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SUMMARY:Gibsons Legion: Rock N' Roll Bingo
DESCRIPTION:Tuesdays\, hits from the 50’s right up to the early 2000’s. That’s a lot of music to cover\, but it’s all the music you know and love and we have a LOT of fun playing. For those who don’t wish to play\, it’s still a blast\, so come see what the fuss is about. Awesome prizes like gift cards\, swag\, and other goodies handed out\, with at least five chances to win and a one heck of a grand prize every week if you can mark off every song on your card!
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/gibsons-legion-rock-n-roll-bingo/2025-11-25/
LOCATION:Gibsons Legion\, 747 Gibsons Way\, Gibsons\, BC\, V0N 1V9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community,Performance/Music
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SUMMARY:Lutheran Church: Meet The Viola Da Gamba - Free Concert
DESCRIPTION:The Suncoast Viol Consort\, local players of this unique instrument have prepared a short concert\, of music from the 16th-21st centuries. With the support of Responsive Neighbourhood Small Grants we are offering the performance for FREE!
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/lutheran-church-meet-the-viola-da-gamba-free-concert/
LOCATION:Living Faith Lutheran Church\, 4607 Whitaker Rd\, Sechelt\, BC\, V0N 3A2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Performance/Music
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SUMMARY:Opportunity: Sechelt Winter Market
DESCRIPTION:The Sechelt Winter Market (Ripple) is now accepting applications for the 2025 season. Seaside Center Sechelt\, Saturdays 10am – 2pm Oct 18th – Dec 20th.\n\n\nApply at https://forms.gle/pLWf7XqddkvxQYdz7
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-sechelt-winter-market/2025-11-26/
LOCATION:Seaside Centre\, 5790 Teredo St.\, Sechelt\, V0N 3A0
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
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SUMMARY:Opportunity: Become a Vendor for 3 different Craft Markets
DESCRIPTION:Arts in the Hood is your hub for celebrating the seasons with local makers\, crafters\, and food artisans here on the Sunshine Coast.\n\n\nThis year we’re bringing you three festive markets:\n– Gibsons Fall Faire – Oct 11–12\n– Crafts in the Hood – Dec 6–7\n– Last Chance Market – Dec 13–14\nApplication and more info here.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-become-a-vendor-for-3-different-craft-markets/2025-11-26/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
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ORGANIZER;CN="Arts in the Hood":MAILTO:scartsinthehood@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Opportunity: Seniors (55+) Lit Contest
DESCRIPTION:Deadline Dec 31 2025. On October 1st\, National Seniors Day\, the new Seniors Literary Contest hosted by the literary quarterly\, “Not An Island”\, published by the Sunshine Coast Writers and Editors Society opens. If you’re a BC Resident 55 years of age or older you’re eligible to submit your stories\, poems and nonfiction to the contest.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-seniors-55-lit-contest-2/2025-11-26/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="SCWES":MAILTO:sunshinecoast@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:Opportunity: HMB Holiday Market Vendor Applications
DESCRIPTION:To be held on Friday\, December 5th\, at the HMB School gym. Vendor applications are now open for the 4th annual HMB Holiday Market & Kids Craft Fair volunteer-run event hosted by Halfmoon Bay Community School. All proceeds go directly to support the kids at HMB Elementary. Expect lots of kids\, festive energy\, and community spirit.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-hmb-holiday-market-vendor-applications/2025-11-26/
LOCATION:Halfmoon Bay Community School
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
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SUMMARY:Opportunity: Art @ the Market - Call out for Art Submissions
DESCRIPTION:Deadline Jan 30th. We’re thrilled to invite you to showcase your artwork at Gibsons Public Market through our Art at the Market program. This is a wonderful opportunity to share your creativity with the community in a vibrant and welcoming space.\nIf you’re interested in being part of this exciting initiative\, please review the submission guidelines below to ensure your application receives full consideration. \n1. Cohesive Collection\nSubmit a minimum of 3 to 6 pieces that form a unified body of work. \nThe collection should demonstrate a consistent medium\, subject matter\, or aesthetic. \n2. Image Requirements\nAll images must be cropped to show only the artwork (no frames\, walls\, or background clutter). \nAll files must be high-resolution\, clear\, and well-lit. \n3. File Naming Convention\nEach image file must be na
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-art-the-market-call-out-for-art-submissions/2025-11-26/
LOCATION:Gibsons Public Market\, 473 Gower Pt Rd\, Gibsons\, BC\, V0N 1V0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
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SUMMARY:Opportunity: Wanted: Food Vendors
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, the HMB Holiday Market features 20 main vendors and over 30 kid vendors (accompanied by their parents and friends) during peak dinner hours from 5:30PM – 8PM … the perfect time for serving lots of hungry families! \nWe’re currently seeking family-friendly food trucks to enhance our busy Christmas market on Friday\, Dec 5th. Spots are available in a designated OUTDOOR area at the main entrance to the event. Join us! Apply on the website hmbholidaymarket.ca
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-wanted-food-vendors/2025-11-26/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
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SUMMARY:Opportunity: Canada Summer Jobs Applications Now Open
DESCRIPTION:Deadline Dec 11th. Offering funding to help employers create meaningful summer employment opportunities for youth aged 15 to 30. The program supports not-for-profits\, public sector organizations\, and small businesses that want to hire youth for quality full-time summer positions. \nApplications opened on November 4 and the deadline to apply is December 11. Employers can request funding for summer roles that typically run between 6 and 16 weeks\, with flexibility to design positions that support organizational needs while providing valuable work experience for young people. \nCanada Summer Jobs is funded by the Government of Canada through Employment and Social Development Canada. Eligible not-for-profits may receive up to 100 percent of the provincial minimum wage\, while eligible public and private sector employers may receive up to 50 percent. For full details\, eligibility information\, and application steps\, visit the Government of Canada’s Canada Summer Jobs program page here.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-canada-summer-jobs-applications-now-open/2025-11-26/
LOCATION:BC
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
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SUMMARY:Opportunity: More floats needed for Sechelt Christmas Parade
DESCRIPTION:Parade Dec 6th. We need your help to make this year’s holiday parade a success! So far we only have 20 floats registered. Last year we had double that. Throw some lights and decorations on\, blast some music – the smiles on all the spectators will be worth it. Register here: https://secheltdowntown.com/event/festival-of-lights-parade
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/opportunity-more-floats-needed-for-sechelt-christmas-parade/2025-11-26/
LOCATION:Sechelt Downtown\, Sechelt
CATEGORIES:Artist Opportunity
ORGANIZER;CN="Sechelt Downtown Business Association":MAILTO:sdba@dccnet.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251126T160000
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SUMMARY:Tems Swiya Museum
DESCRIPTION:Sunshine Coast Friends & Visitors we invite you to join us for our two new exhibits Syiyaya ?e te Sinkwu (Our Family of the Sea) that showcases our new Fin Whale skeleton & Our Amalgamation Exhibit (100 years of our stories)\nMuseum Hours Operation: Monday-Friday 9:00AM-4:00PM \nphoto by Heather Conn.
URL:https://coastculture.com/event/tems-swiya-museum/2025-11-26/
LOCATION:Tems Swiya Museum\, 5555 SC Hwy\, Sechelt\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community,First Nations
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