Ktunaxa Kinbasket Child and Family Service Society

Ktunaxa Kinbasket Child and Family Service Society The Ktunaxa Kinbasket Child & Family Service Society works collaboratively with Aboriginal families

📣 CALLING ALL POWWOW DANCERS! 📣KKCFSS is inviting all powwow dancers to join us for our National Indigenous Peoples Day ...
05/26/2026

📣 CALLING ALL POWWOW DANCERS! 📣

KKCFSS is inviting all powwow dancers to join us for our National Indigenous Peoples Day celebration at Rotary Park!

Come together for an afternoon of dancing, culture, community, and celebration as we honour National Indigenous Peoples Day in Cranbrook.

📅 June 17
⏰ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Rotary Park, Cranbrook

To let us know you’re coming or if you have any questions, please contact Smokii Sumac: 250-464-5021 (text or call)

🍔 Community Dinner in ʔaq̓am is happening tomorrow! 🍔Join us this Thursday evening for a shared meal and time together i...
05/20/2026

🍔 Community Dinner in ʔaq̓am is happening tomorrow! 🍔

Join us this Thursday evening for a shared meal and time together in community. Everyone is welcome!

📅 May 21
⏰ 5:00 PM until food runs out
📍 Dan Joe Memorial Gym | 7500 Mission Road, ʔaq̓am
🍽️ This month’s menu: Hamburgers, hot dogs, salads, drinks & dessert

Come by, grab a plate, and enjoy an evening with community.

🌿 2026 Cultural Harvesting Days 🌿Join us for our annual Cultural Harvesting Days, where we gather on the land with Ktuna...
05/11/2026

🌿 2026 Cultural Harvesting Days 🌿

Join us for our annual Cultural Harvesting Days, where we gather on the land with Ktunaxa Elders and knowledge holders to learn, share, and practice traditional harvesting. These days offer a chance to connect with culture, community, and the land.

🌱 May 13 – Root Digging
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 Meet at Foundry East Kootenay
Transportation will be coordinated. Lunch will be provided following return to FEK. All ages welcome.

🌾 June 29 – ʔakinmiⱡyukuⱡapi·is (Prairie Sage)
⏰ 9:00 AM start
📍 Meet at Foundry East Kootenay
Transportation will be coordinated. Travel to Alberta required — this will be a full day trip. All ages welcome.

🫐 August 14 – ⱡawiyaⱡ (Huckleberry)
⏰ 9:00 AM start
📍 Meet at Foundry East Kootenay
Transportation will be coordinated. Travel required through mountain roads — this will be a full day trip. All ages welcome.

Please bring water, hats, and sunscreen for all trips.

For registration or to learn more, please contact Smokii:
📧 [email protected]

📞 Call/Text: (250) 464-5021
☎️ Foundry East Kootenay Front Desk: (778) 517-8658

🧡 National Indigenous Peoples Day 🧡Join us for our annual National Indigenous Peoples Day celebration as we come togethe...
05/11/2026

🧡 National Indigenous Peoples Day 🧡

Join us for our annual National Indigenous Peoples Day celebration as we come together to honour and celebrate Indigenous culture, community, and connection.

We'll have drumming, dancing, beading, pine needle weaving, traditional games, and more!

📅 June 17
⏰ 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Rotary Park, Cranbrook

We look forward to celebrating with you!

🍽️ Lunch with Ktunaxa Elders 🍽️Join us this Wednesday for lunch, visiting, and sharing stories with Ktunaxa Elders Berth...
05/04/2026

🍽️ Lunch with Ktunaxa Elders 🍽️

Join us this Wednesday for lunch, visiting, and sharing stories with Ktunaxa Elders Bertha & Pete. A welcoming space to connect, listen, and spend time together.

📅 May 6
⏰ 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM
📍 t̕ikxawiȼikimik – Foundry East Kootenay
📍 100 12th Ave S, Cranbrook

👥 Open to youth ages 12–24

To register:
• Call 778-517-8658
• Sign up on the Foundry App
• Or visit the Foundry front desk

We look forward to seeing you there!

🍽️ Community Dinner in Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡi’it is today! 🍽️Join us for a shared meal, a beading workshop with Roberta Gravel...
05/01/2026

🍽️ Community Dinner in Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡi’it is today! 🍽️

Join us for a shared meal, a beading workshop with Roberta Gravelle, and time together in community. Everyone is welcome!

📅 May 1
⏰ 5:00 PM (until food runs out)
📍 Yaq̓it ʔa·knuqⱡi’it Admin Building Gym, 5500 Village Loop Road, Grasmere

🍽️ This month’s menu: Chinese food

Come by, grab a plate, and enjoy an evening of connection, creativity, and community.

🌼 Early Years – May 🌼Join us this month for a variety of welcoming, play-based mornings designed for children and caregi...
04/29/2026

🌼 Early Years – May 🌼

Join us this month for a variety of welcoming, play-based mornings designed for children and caregivers to connect, learn, and explore together.

📅 Fridays | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM

☕ May 1 – Grandmother / Mother’s Tea
📍 Chief Joseph Center, 1007 Baker St

A warm and welcoming morning to gather, share tea, and honour the care, knowledge, and connection between mothers, grandmothers, children, and families.

🚗 May 8 – Car Seat Safety
📍 Chief Joseph Center, 1007 Baker St

A supportive and informative session focused on car seat safety, helping caregivers build confidence and knowledge to keep children safe while on the road.

🎶 May 15 – Music in the Park
📍 Rotary Park, Cranbrook

A joyful morning of music, movement, and outdoor play as children and caregivers connect through songs and activities with Mackenzie Henry.

🌱 May 29 – Planting the Garden
📍 710 18 Ave N (by Save-On-Foods)

A hands-on morning of planting and outdoor exploration as children and caregivers connect with nature and learn together.

🚫 No group May 22

📧 [email protected]
📞 250-489-4563

We look forward to seeing you there!

🎨 Indigenous Family Art Night 🎨Come get creative with us for an evening of hands-on art, connection, and fun for the who...
04/15/2026

🎨 Indigenous Family Art Night 🎨

Come get creative with us for an evening of hands-on art, connection, and fun for the whole family. We’ll be painting clay creations from our last art night or decorating your own birdhouse. Dinner will be provided.

📅 April 27
⏰ 4:30 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 Cranbrook Arts Workshop, 1401 5th St N, Cranbrook

⚡ Please register in advance – space is limited ⚡

For questions & registration contact Hailie at:
📞 250-489-4563
📧 [email protected]

🍝 Community Dinner in ʔaq̓am, this Thursday! 🍝Join us for an evening of good food and time together with community. Ever...
04/13/2026

🍝 Community Dinner in ʔaq̓am, this Thursday! 🍝

Join us for an evening of good food and time together with community. Everyone is welcome!

📅 April 16
⏰ 5:00 PM (until food runs out)
📍 Dan Joe Memorial Gym, 7500 Mission Road

🍽️ This month’s menu: Pasta Bar

Come by, grab a plate, and enjoy an evening together.

🌱 Early Years – April Gatherings 🌱Join us for the last two Fridays of April to connect, get creative, and do some season...
04/13/2026

🌱 Early Years – April Gatherings 🌱

Join us for the last two Fridays of April to connect, get creative, and do some seasonal exploration. These mornings are a welcoming space for children and caregivers to learn, play, and spend time together.

Cultural Connections

📅 April 17 | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Chief Joseph Center – 1007 Baker St, Cranbrook

A hands-on cultural experience creating pine needle baskets with Diane O’Neill, supporting connection, creativity, and shared learning.

April Showers, May Flowers

📅 April 24 | 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM
📍 Rotary Park – Cranbrook

A morning of planting and play outdoors as children and caregivers connect with nature, explore the season, and welcome spring together.

Address

7472 Mission Road
Cranbrook, BC
V1C7E5

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12504894563

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