BCN Prevention Program

08/14/2026

Scavenger hunt items

One prize only $150

Bring all items and pictures down to BCN prevention tent at WTP

08/14/2026

🌸 COMMUNITY INVITATION – EVERYONE WELCOME! 🌸

BCN Prevention warmly invites our community members to join us for a special Fireweed Harvesting & Hand Cream Workshop with Glorenda Grieves. 💜

Come spend the afternoon learning together as we harvest beautiful fireweed and learn how to make our own hand cream. This is a wonderful opportunity to connect with the land, share knowledge, and enjoy one another’s company.

🌿 Fireweed Harvesting & Hand Cream Workshop
🕑 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Water Treatment Plant

Come out, learn something new, and enjoy a meaningful afternoon together. All community members are warmly welcomed!

We look forward to seeing you there! 🌸🌿💜

Hosted by BCN Prevention Program

08/14/2026

🎃👻 HALLOWEEN IN AUGUST! 👻🎃

Calling all BCN members, departments & organizations!

Let’s come together and make tomorrow afternoon at 2 pm a fun and exciting time for all our children! 🧡

We invite everyone to dress up in costume and join us for a:

🍬🔍 CHILDREN’S SCAVENGER HUNT 🔍🍬

August 14 Friday Tomorrow Afternoon
📍 Water Treatment Plant

BCN departments, members and other organizations are encouraged to participate, dress up, and help us make this a memorable afternoon filled with laughter, treats, and fun for the children.

🎭 Wear your favourite costume!
🍭 Come out and have some fun!
👻 Let’s make Halloween in August special for our children!

The more people who participate, the more fun we can make it for the kids! 🎃❤️

08/10/2026

🥎 A HUGE THANK YOU TO THE BCN RCMP DETACHMENT! 🥎

BCN Prevention is incredibly grateful to have been selected as a recipient through the Criminal Property Forfeiture Fund, receiving a HUGE donation of Softball, Fastball & Tee-Ball equipment!

This generous contribution will help us provide more recreational opportunities for our children, youth, families, and community members and support the continued growth of sports and active programming in Bunibonibee Cree Nation.

We would like to extend a special thank you to the BCN RCMP Detachment and Sergeant R.C. Farebrother for all of their hard work, dedication, and continued involvement within our community.

Your support and commitment to our community are greatly appreciated!

On behalf of BCN Prevention — Kinanâskomitin / Thank You!

08/07/2026

📣 COMMUNITY INVITATION! ❤️

BCN Prevention would like to invite all community members to join us for a special Community Appreciation Brunch as we celebrate Indigenous Days! 🧡

Come enjoy some good food, connect with one another, and celebrate our culture and community together. 🥞🍳☕️

📅 August 11, 2026
📍 BCN Prevention Office
⏰ 11:00 a.m.

🥞 Pancakes
🌭 Sausages
🥓 Bacon
🍳 Scrambled Eggs
🍞 Toast
🧃 Juice
🔥 Campfire Tea & Coffee

Everyone is welcome! 🤎

We look forward to gathering with our community, sharing a meal, and celebrating together. 🌿🪶

Come join us — we’d love to see you there! ❤️

08/05/2026

BCN Prevention Services will be collaborating with the NADAP Team and Louis Young this evening for their AA & NA session at 6:00 p.m. taking place at the Band Office.

We welcome and encourage community members who are on their healing journey to come out, participate, and support one another in a safe, confidential, and respectful space.

🌭 Please note:
A BBQ will be provided, but only for those who attend and take part in the AA/NA session.
This is to honour and support the individuals who show up for the program and engage in the healing work.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we work together to strengthen wellness in our community.

🧡 Healing happens when we show up for ourselves and each other.

08/04/2026

📣 BCN Prevention Services – Youth Registration Support for KTC Northern Youth Summit 2026
BCN Prevention Services is excited to support our youth in attending the KTC Northern Youth Summit 2026, taking place August 17–21, 2026 at the beautiful Wilderness Edge Retreat & Conference Centre in Pinawa, Manitoba.

This week‑long gathering will bring together 110 youth — 10 from each of the 11 KTC member First Nations — for an unforgettable experience focused on leadership, culture, wellness, and community connection.

Throughout the summit, youth will participate in workshops and activities including:

🌟 Leadership Development
💼 Entrepreneurship & Economic Growth
🪶 Indigenous Culture & Language Revitalization
🌲 Land-Based Learning
🧠 Mental Health & Wellness
🎤 Youth Voice & Advocacy
🤝 Team Building & Networking
🏕️ Outdoor Adventures
🎯 Fun Games & Evening Social Events

BCN Prevention Services will be assisting with the registration process for youth from our community. If you have a youth who is interested in attending, or if you need help with the registration steps, please reach out to the Programming Coordinator Glorenda Grieves or any one of the Activity Workers — we’re here to support you.

For official summit details, you may also contact:
📧 Program Manager – Carley-Ann Wells: [email protected]
📧 Casey Hyslop: [email protected]

Let’s uplift our young leaders and make sure they have every opportunity to grow, learn, and shine.
💜 Our youth will lead the future of the North.

🌲🌌 We look foward to KTC'S 2026 NORTHERN YOUTH SUMMIT 🌌🌲

📢 Online registration is now closed. No applications will be accepted after the deadline.

Open to youth from our 11 communities, ages 12-17 with parental consent. Three chaperones will be needed from each community as well. Share this with someone who may be interested in attending.

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The KTC Northern Youth Summit 2026 will take place August 17–21, 2026, at the beautiful Wilderness Edge Retreat & Conference Centre in Pinawa, Manitoba.

This exciting week-long summit will bring together a total of 110 youth, 10 youth from each of our 11 KTC member First Nations, providing an incredible opportunity for young leaders from across northern Manitoba to connect, learn, and grow together.

Throughout the week, participants will take part in engaging workshops and activities focused on:

🌟 Leadership Development
💼 Economic Development & Entrepreneurship
🪶 Indigenous Culture & Language Revitalization
🌲 Land-Based Learning & Traditional Knowledge
🧠 Mental Health & Wellness
🎤 Youth Voice & Advocacy
🤝 Team Building & Networking
🏕️ Outdoor Adventures & Recreational Activities
🎯 Fun Games, Challenges, and Evening Social Events

The summit is designed to empower youth, strengthen connections between communities, celebrate Indigenous culture, and inspire the next generation of leaders across the North.

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Sign up today! For more information, please email Program Manager - Carley-Ann Wells at [email protected] and/or Casey Hyslop at [email protected]

Our youth will lead the future of the North 💜

08/04/2026

BCN PREVENTION PROGRAM
COMMUNITY PANTRY – August 2026

HOURS OF OPERATION
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Closed for Lunch: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Pantry Contact: Michelle Munroe - First Nation Representative at 431 267 1009 or leave a message. also Message the BCN Prevention Program.

COMMUNITY PANTRY INTAKE
Emergency Assistance Only
The Community Pantry provides short-term emergency support for individuals and families in urgent need.

ELIGIBILITY
• Low-income households
• Receiving Social Assistance (or experiencing financial hardship)
• Not receiving Child Tax Benefit (or currently delayed/interrupted)
• Any other financial hardship with valid reason

EMERGENCY SITUATIONS MAY INCLUDE:
• Bank account locked or funds inaccessible
• Unexpected expenses (bills, repairs, medical costs)
• Loss of income or delayed payments
• Housing instability (eviction, recent move)
• Family crisis (separation, caregiving challenges)
• Awaiting income support approval
• Fire, flood, or home emergency
• New parents/guardians in urgent need
• Individuals leaving unsafe situations

GUIDELINES
• Intake form must be completed
• One hamper per household (if applicable)
• Priority may be given to families, Elders, and urgent cases

Information in this post may change.
Supporting our community with care, respect, and dignity 🤍

08/02/2026

NOW HIRING – WEEKEND SECURITY
Location: Community Center
We are looking for a reliable and responsible individual to fill a Weekend Security position.

Requirements:
Must be 18 years of age or older
Valid Criminal Record Check required
Previous security experience is an asset
Reliable and available to work on call when needed
Willing to assist with light janitorial duties when required
Shift:
Saturdays & Sundays
9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

How to Apply:
Submit your resume or letter of interest to:
Betsy Sinclair
BCN Prevention
OR
Derek Sinclair
Human Resources, Band Office
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Submit by August 4th. At 3pm

07/30/2026

Tonight at 8:00 p.m., we invite our community to gather at the Bandfield for a Candlelight Vigil in honour of Preston Colon and to support the Colon family during this difficult time.

An elder will be present to offer a prayer as we come together in unity, strength, and compassion.

Your presence means so much. Let’s stand together as a community and hold space for healing, remembrance, and love.