Hupačasath First Nation

06/10/2026

Are you an Indigenous food vendor interested in setting up during the FIFA Live Watch Parties? We are currently looking for Indigenous food vendors to provide food services throughout the event.

Vendor space is completely FREE!

If you are interested, please contact Jeff Cook at [email protected] for more information and to reserve your space.

Please help spread the word by sharing this post with Indigenous food vendors who may be interested. We look forward to showcasing and supporting Indigenous food businesses during this exciting community event!

The 2026 Alberni Valley Indigenous-Led Soccer Community Celebration is hosting FIFA World Cup Watch Parties!!!

Join our community for high-energy, live FIFA World Cup 2026 match screenings! All events are completely FREE, family-friendly, and open to everyone.

Venue 1: Kinsmen Community Centre (Port Alberni)

Friday, June 12 – Tournament Kickoff!
🇨🇦 Canada vs. Bosnia – 12:00 PM 👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/1J6vcUrVDa/
🇺🇸 USA vs. Paraguay – 6:00 PM 👉 https://fb.me/e/6qnRMAp63

Saturday, June 13 – Super Saturday Viewings!
Qatar vs. Switzerland – 12:00 PM 👉 https://fb.me/e/3Vr3kwUKF
Brazil vs. Morocco – 3:00 PM 👉 https://fb.me/e/4521iptHE
Scotland vs. Haiti – 6:00 PM 👉 https://fb.me/e/8GSlodUzu
Australia vs. Turkey – 9:00 PM 👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/1BauaZhEhB/

Thursday, June 18
🇨🇦 Canada vs. Qatar – 3:00 PM 👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/14bPHJXBaVZ/
🇲🇽 Mexico vs. South Korea – 6:00 PM 👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/1L8vCjNyRN/

Sunday, June 21
New Zealand vs. Egypt – 6:00 PM 👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/1EfvNy56GU/

Wednesday, June 24
🇨🇦 Canada vs. Switzerland – 12:00 PM 👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/1RndUtDjSL/
Brazil vs. Scotland – 6:00 PM 👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/1BUcFNML9x/

Friday, June 26
New Zealand vs. Belgium – 8:00 PM 👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/1CvegScGbQ/

Thursday, July 2 – Knockout Round Triple-Header!
Match 84 – 12:00 PM 👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/1DFecBUSmQ/
Match 83 – 4:00 PM 👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/1DyxLm5Htu/
Match 85 – 8:00 PM 👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/1cy1M2Pm3x/

Sunday, July 19 – The Grand Finale!
🏆 FIFA World Cup 2026 Final – 11:15 AM Pre-Show | 12:00 PM Kickoff 👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/1Asa8BxtCy/

Venue 2: House of Huu-ay-aht Gym (Bamfield)
Tuesday, July 7 – West Coast Satellite Event!
Round of 16 (Live from Vancouver) – 1:00 PM 👉 https://www.facebook.com/share/1BgwCzyXoi/

Come cheer together in community! Bring your flags, your favorite jerseys, and your best energy. Admission is entirely free, your participation will inspire our local youth and help in building community together.

🌐 Full Interactive Web Schedule: https://fwc26vifest.ca/
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06/10/2026

Please Share!

We're inviting Tseshaht First Nation, Huu-ay-aht First Nations, and all other Nations to join us for our upcoming Community Dance Practice as we prepare for the FIFA Live Watch Parties.

Please help us spread the word by sharing this poster with your family, friends, and community members.

Everyone is welcome

Join us for Dance Practice this Thursday at 6:00 PM! Everyone is welcome!
Please note: The practice location may change, so keep an eye on our page for the latest information.

06/10/2026

Join us for Dance Practice this Thursday at 6:00 PM! Everyone is welcome!
Please note: The practice location may change, so keep an eye on our page for the latest information.

06/09/2026

Words can’t even explain how tonight went and the incredible turnout we had! ❤️
The House of Gathering was absolutely packed — almost potlatch style! It was amazing to see so many people come together to sing, dance, learn, visit, and support one another.
A huge thank you to everyone who came out tonight. Whether you joined in the singing and dancing or simply came to watch and spend time with community, your presence made the evening special.
Klecko, klecko to our relatives from Tseshaht First Nation and Huu-ay-aht First Nations for bringing chumus and water and helping support the gathering. It means so much to see our Nations coming together in such a good way.
The energy in the room was incredible, and it was wonderful to see so many youth, families, Elders, singers, drummers, dancers, and community members filling the hall.
Keep an eye out for information on our next practice location for this Thursday. We can't wait to do it all again!

06/08/2026

Join us at the House of Gathering tonight, Monday, June 8th at 6:00 PM.

Everyone is welcome! Come dance, sing, learn, or simply visit with community.

Snacks and refreshments provided.
Please bring a shawl if you have one.

Hope to see you there!

Come on out to our Community Dance Practice this Monday, June 8th at 6:00 PM at the House of Gathering!

Everyone is welcome — all ages and experience levels. Whether you want to dance, sing, learn, or simply come watch, visit, and spend time with community, we'd love to see you there.

We would especially love to see our neighbours from Tseshaht First Nation, Huu-ay-aht First Nations, and all other Nations join us as we come together as one family to celebrate, learn, and share our cultures through song and dance.

These practices are a great opportunity for us to learn, prepare, and come together as one community as we get ready for the upcoming FIFA Live Watch Parties.

Please feel free to share it with other Nations

06/04/2026

Come on out to our Community Dance Practice this Monday, June 8th at 6:00 PM at the House of Gathering!

Everyone is welcome — all ages and experience levels. Whether you want to dance, sing, learn, or simply come watch, visit, and spend time with community, we'd love to see you there.

We would especially love to see our neighbours from Tseshaht First Nation, Huu-ay-aht First Nations, and all other Nations join us as we come together as one family to celebrate, learn, and share our cultures through song and dance.

These practices are a great opportunity for us to learn, prepare, and come together as one community as we get ready for the upcoming FIFA Live Watch Parties.

Please feel free to share it with other Nations

05/27/2026

The City of Port Alberni is calling on the community for one last push in its bid to secure the starring role in HGTV’s Home Town Takeover Canada this summer.
On Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at the Harbour Quay (5440 Argyle Street), from 8:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m., the City of Port Alberni, together with Tseshaht First Nation and Hupacasath First Nation will host a community event to showcase our spirit and strength in numbers.
Harbour Quay will be closed to vehicle traffic for the morning (7:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.) to make way for a vibrant block-party where participants can enjoy:
- Tseshaht First Nation & Hupacasath First Nation singers and dancers
- Children’s activities, crafts and face painting
- Take or make banners to show what’s in your heart
- City colours on full display (wear green, white and orange!)
- And more…

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

05/15/2026

Klecko to the City of Port Alberni Local Government for standing together with Hupačasath and Tseshaht First Nation in support of maintaining the fire prohibition.
We appreciate the support, partnership, and shared commitment to keeping our communities safe.

🔥 Complete Fire Ban Remains in Effect in Port Alberni

Due to recent wildfire activity in our area, and in alignment with our partners at Tseshaht First Nation and Hupačasath First Nation the City of Port Alberni will continue the complete fire ban currently in place.

Allowed devices:
CSA- or ULC-approved cooking stoves and portable campfire devices using gas, propane, briquettes, liquid fuel, or gaseous fuel are permitted only if the flame height is less than 15 cm (6 inches).

Thank you for doing your part to help keep our community safe.

05/15/2026

🚫🔥 COMMUNITY NOTICE – FIRE PROHIBITION REMAINS IN EFFECT 🔥🚫

We have received several questions regarding the Provincial fire ban changes for the May Long Weekend.

Please be advised that although the Coastal Fire Centre may be allowing some Category 1 campfires in certain areas, BOTH Hupačasath and Tseshaht Chief & Council have made the decision to maintain our OWN fire prohibition on our reserve lands and territories UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE.

This means that ALL fires remain prohibited on Hupačasath reserve lands, including:

❌ Campfires
❌ Backyard Fires
❌ Smokehouses
❌ Category 2 Fires
❌ Category 3 Fires
❌ Fireworks

This decision was made to help protect our people, homes, forests, wildlife, and neighbouring communities from the risk of wildfire.

We ask everyone to please respect the decision of Chief & Council and help spread the word to family members, visitors, and those who may not be on social media.

Thank you for helping keep our community safe.

05/14/2026

Hupacasath First Nation Prohibits All Fires On Reserve
Effective: May 13, 2026 at 5:00 pm
All reserve lands and Cultural Site
Complete Fire Prohibition
Until Further Notice