Citxw Nlaka'pamux Assembly

06/13/2026

📸 PHOTO DUMP FRIDAYS 📸

hen̓ɬeʔ 😊

Last weekend was a busy one! While many of us were at the Indigenous Tattoo Conference, a beautiful Blanketing Ceremony was also taking place in Shackan 🧡

Our editor is hard at work sorting through all the amazing photos from this weekend’s events, but we wanted to share a few moments from Sunday’s ceremony that left us in awe — these are just SOME of the incredible women who helped make the day so meaningful.

We raise our hands to these and all women for the beautiful work they did to help blanket our young ones.

qʷámqəmt eʔ scuʔ | beautiful work 🧡

06/11/2026

🧡 LANGUAGE HERO & TRAIL BLAZER NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN 🧡

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Do you know someone helping keep nłeʔképmxcín strong? Someone who has dedicated years to protecting our language, or a learner who is helping carry it forward for future generations?

We are now accepting nominations for our 2026 Language Hero and Trail Blazer recognitions! 🧡

Dates for the ceremony will be announced soon, so keep an eye on our page 👀

To nominate someone, simply click the link below or scan the included QR code and complete the nomination form.

https://forms.office.com/r/4Qqht6kgdt

kʷukʷstéyp | thank you from all of us 🧡

06/10/2026

🎉 VENDOR CALL-OUT 🎉

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Reminder! We are still accepting vendors, community organizations, information booths, and exhibitors for our Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration 🧡

This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with community, share resources, showcase your organization, and be part of a day filled with culture, celebration, and connection.

If you’re interested in participating, be sure to submit your registration before spaces fill up! 👀

y̓é te swikcn | good to see you

hen̓łeʔ kp (han-thlah-kp) - Hello to all!

We invite vendors to participate in our upcoming 2026 Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration taking place on June 21, 2026!

There is no fee to set up your table! Simply scan the QR code shared on the poster or follow the provided link to our online form to register as a vendor:

https://ow.ly/3gx350Z3jTm

If you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to us at [email protected] or call us at 250-378-1864

kʷukʷstéyp (kwukw-shteyp) - Thank you from all of us!

06/10/2026

We’re Coming to You!

Employment & Training supports available in your community throughout 2026
Resumes • Job Applications • Interview Prep • Bursary Support • Driving Lesson Registration

Place: Nicomen Band Hall, 1054 Spence Road, Lytton, BC
Date: June 18th, 2026
Time: 10:30AM-2:30PM

Questions or need more information?
Contact the Employment & Training Department
Main Office Phone: 250-378-1864
Email: [email protected]

06/09/2026

hen̓ɬeʔ — got a printer that’s hungry for ink? 🖨️

We’ve got a variety of free ink cartridges available at the main office. First come, first served!

06/09/2026

Reminder that this is happening today! Hope you'll join us in Siska!

We’re Coming to You!

Employment & Training supports available in your community throughout 2026
Resumes • Job Applications • Interview Prep • Bursary Support • Driving Lesson Registration

Place: Siska Community Hall, 2071 Siska Main Rd
Date: June 9th, 2026
Time: 11:00AM-2:00PM

Questions or need more information?
Contact the Employment & Training Department
Main Office Phone: 250-378-1864
Email: [email protected]

06/09/2026

hen̓łeʔ kp (han-thlah-kp) - Hello to all!

The Citxw Nlaka'pamux Assembly is excited to once more host a stick games workshop, open to all community members wanting to learn about stick games and make their own set! Now featuring guest speaker Atlan Anthony Sr, who will be talking about the oral history of stick games and the music beats used in the games!

A maximum of 15 people can register for this event, with a waitlist started for any future dates. Successful applicants will be contacted closer to the date of the workshop. Lunch will be provided!

Date: June 16, 2026 10AM - 3PM
Location: citxw, 1840 Nicola Ave, Merritt BC

To register please scan the QR in the poster provided or follow the link below to our online registration form:

https://ow.ly/stlK50Z943x

For more information about this workshop, or assistance with registering, please call our office at 250-378-1864 or email us at [email protected]

y̓é meł xʷúy̓ (ye-ah melth hwee) - It's going to be good!

06/09/2026

Working together, sharing knowledge, and lifting each other up, this is what it’s all about. From learning to laughter, this gathering brought people together in a powerful way and showed the strength of community. Grateful for everyone who showed up, shared their time, and helped make this experience meaningful. More moments like these to come 🤍

06/09/2026

We want to extend our deepest thanks to everyone who joined us this weekend at the Indigenous Tattoo Gathering. To all the incredible artists and community members who showed up, shared space, and celebrated together, your presence made this gathering truly special. This event was a result of requests and increased interests from our community, and a building collaboration with Awakening Our DNA.

It was a powerful weekend sharing space, stories, laughter, teachings and supporting one another. Traditional skin marking or tattooing can be a form or medicine, ceremony, remembrance, identity and connection for many people. We are so grateful for the success of the event and for the many new friendships that were formed along the way.

A special thank you to Robin Humphrey, Jacqueline Merritt, Alex Bannock, Tristen Jenni, Geanna Dunbar, Jamie Blankenship, Nolan Malbeuf, Ashleigh Cardinal, Mason Larose, and Nahaan for generously sharing their artistry and helping bring this gathering to life. Many thnks to our sponsors: Stromsten Transportation Group, IEG Consulting, K'en T'em Limited Partnership, Merritt Herald, Citxw Nlaka'pamux Assembly Departments.

néxʷm kʷukʷscéyp - A big thank you for being part of something so meaningful. We can’t wait to gather again.

06/08/2026

hen̓łeʔ kp (han-thlah-kp) - Hello to all!

Join the nłeʔke̓pmx Guardians on the full moon every month to share songs, stories, discussions about protocols and harvesting timeline/calendar. In the upcoming gathering we will be river fishing in Martel!

Where: Martel (Approximately 39 km southwest of Cache Creek and 11 km northeast of Spences Bridge)
When: June 29th 2026
Time: 3:00PM-6:00PM

Registration: https://forms.office.com/r/ZK9DXBTh6V

For more information, email us at [email protected] or call 250-378-1864

y̓é meł xʷúy̓ (ye-ah melth hwee) - It's going to be good!
kʷukʷstéyp (kwukw-steyp) - Thank you from all of us!