heritage Archives – Coast Cultural Alliance (CCA)

SC Arts Centre: Sechelt Arts Festival: Durational Taiko: Celebrating the Equinox

Taiko a thousands’ of years ceremonial tradition that bring entire communities together—lasting for hours to days—as a form of collective healing and resilience. Taiko players from the Vancouver and Sunshine Coast taiko community will gather for a ceremonial offering in honour of our chosen and biological ancestors.

Public Invitation: Witnesses are invited to observe and meditate through deep listening and stillness. One handmade practice drum will be available for those who feel called to play. At times, traditional pieces will be played. If you choose to join in, we encourage you to support the pulse by playing the backbeat or grounding rhythms. This is a collective space for healing and connection—please tune in and play in a way that complements the energy of the group.

SC Arts Centre:Sechelt Arts Festival: Closing Celebration: Nature Girl Screening

Max 50, Registration required (a few tickets will be held at the door)

Celebrate the closing of the Festival with Candace Campo and Trent Maynard as they present their film Nature Girl. After the screening, Candace and Trent will engage in a discussion.

Filmmaking duo Trent Maynard and Candace Campo spent five years documenting the surprising species living in a small wetland in the shíshálh Nation swiya. Using poetry and motion sensor cameras, this short film documents the intergenerational bear families using a multi-species scratching post and watering hole, alongside newts, frogs, elk, owls and bats.

Book Release – Gumboot Nation

It is with great pleasure, excitement and anticipation
that Ed Lands and Anne Moul announce the release of a limited edition (250) of
Gumboot Nation. The book can be purchased at the Roberts Creek Library – open Tuesday thru Friday from 2-6pm and Saturdays from 10am-2pm. Gumboot Nation is also available at the Gumboot Restaurant, Eco-Feako in the heart of the Creek and at Talewind Books in Sechelt All profits from the $25.00 price go to the Roberts Creek Community Association (RCCA). It is an ideal keepsake & gift for visitors and family.

Kaleidoscope – A Canadian Multicultural Day Celebration

A joyful celebration of Canadian Multiculturalism Day featuring music, dancers and food from around the world. This free, family-friendly event brings together community, culture, and creativity in the heart of the Creek.
Live performances by:
Celso Machado
Alcvin Ryuzen Ramos
Khyah
Punjabi Folk Dancer
Randeesh
shíshálh Youth Dance Group
simbi + the witness
Sunshine Coast Filipino-Canadian Association
Opening by Kwamanchi Alfonso (aka Sito Salinas) of the shíshálh Nation
Delicious food available from:
Jerk Pan Man
Jind’s Rasoi
Kitchen Classics (Filipino)
Organic Bannock
Hosted by Scott Collison
All are welcome. Come celebrate the diverse cultures that make up our community!
Funded by the Government of Canada.

Gibsons Heritage Playhouse: Gibsons Comedy Classic

Following two sold out events, Jokers Canada is returning to Gibsons’ with a fresh lineup! Once again, we’re bringing pro headliners and Canada’s best touring comics to the Heritage Playhouse.

This event is a pro stand-up comedy showcase featuring touring headliners & our country’s best comedians.

Dale Ward (Great Outdoor Comedy Festival)
Sophia Johnson (CBC)
Ryan Williams (Just For Laughs, CBC Debaters)
+more amazing comedians !

Gibsons Library: Ch’kw’elhp Genealogy with Ḵ’atxa’mat Frances J. Nahanee

In honour of National Indigenous History Month, Fran will share about her Sḵwx̱wú7mesh ancestry from the village site of Ch’kw’elhp (Gibsons). Rooted in nine generations of ancestors from Ch’kw’elhp, she will speak about her family tree, the importance of ancestral naming, and cultural protocol. Not to be missed!

Registration required. Register on the Library’s website.

Historical Walking Tour with Dale Peterson

Explores the fascinating history of the ocean-side village. Born and raised on the Sunshine Coast, Dale will guide participants to historical points of interest such as Pioneer Park Cemetery and Gibsons Wharf while sharing local history and stories. The tours begins at 10:00am at Pioneer Park and last approximately 90 minutes. No registration necessary.

Suggested $20 per person. All Welcome. Cash and card accepted. Participants under the age of 16 must be accompanied by a guardian. For more info, please call 604-886-8232 or email at scm_a@dccnet.com.