Columbia Valley Métis Association

08/23/2026

Congratulations to MNBC's newly elected President Anthony Wingham! 👏🏻

Maarsii/thank you to all who took the time to vote.

Maarsii (thank you) to all Citizens who made their voices heard during the 2026 by-election!

Anthony Wingham has been declared the elected candidate for the office of MNBC President.

The count declaration and statement of elected candidate certified by OneFeather can be viewed here https://ow.ly/SvwG50ZEkZb.

We will have more to share after the new President is sworn in.

08/08/2026

Online voting is now open for the MNBC by-election.

🧑‍💻Eligible voters may now cast their ballots through the OneFeather online voting platform at https://members.onefeather.ca/login

OneFeather is the independent third-party election service provider engaged by MNBC to administer the by-election in accordance with our Electoral Act.

Please ensure you follow official instructions and complete your vote prior to August 22, 2026, at 8:00 pm PT.

❗️If you are returning a mail-in ballot instead, we strongly recommend you post it immediately. It must be received by OneFeather before 8:00 pm PT on August 22, 2026, or it will not be counted.

Citizens are able to hand-deliver their mail-in ballot to the Chief Electoral Officer at OneFeather: 209-852 Fort Street, Victoria, B.C until 4:00 pm on Friday, August 21, 2026.

Or Citizens may hand-deliver their mail-in ballot on by-election day, Saturday, August 22, 2026, from 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm PT at the count location, Delta Hotels by Marriott Vancouver Delta, 6005 BC-17A, Delta, B.C. V4K 5B8.

View the Notice of Ballot Drop-off and Count here:https://elections.mnbc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/MNBC-26-Notice-of-Count-Location-FINAL.pdf

Visit https://elections.mnbc.ca/ to learn more.

08/05/2026

NO CAMPFIRES (posted: Aug.4.26 7am)

There is a full campfire ban in effect for the entire East Kootenay region.

That means NO traditional wood campfires are allowed.

The use of CSA or ULC approved portable propane fires is permitted at this time provided:
▶ The flame height is less than 15cm
▶ You have established a fuel break
▶ You are present to monitor it
▶ You fully turn it off and allow it to cool before you leave the area

We have had reports of several campfires in various spots in the region and we cannot stress enough the importance of abiding by all fire bans and restrictions.

To report a campfire or open burning violation, call 1 800 663-5555 or (*5555 from a cell phone). You can also file a report through the BC Wildfire app.

08/05/2026

To the Citizens and families of the CVMA,

I and the CVMA Board are thinking of you all and our hearts goes out to all of yous in this trying time.

I know this must have been a very stressful few days for everyone. I'm sorry for what you and your families are going through. It's especially frightening not knowing how long the power would be out for.

I pray all your freezers are still cold. Hopefully your fridges faired ok. Or at least you had a great big feast.

I've heard many stories of families and friends getting together during the outage, sharing quality time (with no screens!) and sharing big feasts, which fills my heart ❤️

I have applied to MNBC for an emergency grant, which will hopefully come through quickly and might be able to be used to help refill fridges. More information will come as dobbin as there is some to share.

I would also thank acting President Melanie Jones Allard for personally reaching out Sunday evening to express her concerns and share her prayers for all of our citizens affected by this event. It shows true leadership and care. Kinanâskomitin 🤲

In the meantime, please follow this link for General emergency information and resource links are available at www.mnbc.ca/emergencyinfo.

In the days and weeks to come, mental health supports are available. The Métis Crisis Line provides 24/7 crisis support for Métis in B.C. Call 1-833-638-4722 (1-833-METISBC).

MNBC’s Mental Wellness Coordinators can offer referrals to MNBC relevant programs and facilitate connections with Health Authorities and local programming for additional care and support. Email [email protected] or [email protected] (for youth aged 15-30).

We recognize the devastating impact wildfires have on communities, individuals, and the land. For many Métis, the experience of evacuation can echo the pain of historical displacements. We hold space for this pain while affirming the necessity of evacuation orders for safety. To all those currently away from home, we hope for your safe and swift return.

Pishshapmishko (take care),
And, Big hugs to you all!

Topher Burke
President, CVMA

Our thoughts are with those across the province dealing with wildfires. If you have been evacuated, create a profile for Emergency Support Services with the Evacuee Registration and Assistance (ERA) Tool. You can also register by calling the Emergency Support Services Info Line at 1-800-585-9559 or....

07/30/2026

Please join if you can, Kyle wants to know your thoughts.

07/25/2026

Today at 2pm, Columbia Valley Community Centre come celebrate the life of one of our community's great Matriarchs!

In Loving Memory
Evelyn Marie McGilvery
1933 - 2026

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at
2 pm, at the Columbia Valley Centre in Invermere B.C.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to ICAN in her honour. Family and friends are invited to gather, share stories, laughter, and memories of a woman whose life touched so many.

07/25/2026

07/25/2026

Come meet MNBC Presidential candidate Anthony Wingham this evening at the Invermere Inn!

07/24/2026

04/18/2026

Coming up this Monday! Let us know if you can make it 😊

Join us on April 20th for our Monday Night Craft Circle.

It's a BYOC (bring your own craft) kinda night, or start something new with our supplies. Just let us know if you are coming so we can make sure we have enough space!

Email [email protected] to RSVP