Stemete7uw’i-A Gathering Place, a First Nations friendship centre – soon to opened in 100 Mile House – is welcoming new members.
St. Timothy’s Anglican Church has granted use of its annex building for the centre.
Stemete7uw’i chair Mary Thomas said at the centre’s April 30 dedication that the board also welcomes new memberships.
She recognized the significant efforts made by individuals over several years to get a friendship centre in place.
“Irene Gilbert did a lot of initial work. She is busy mapping for Canim Lake and could not continue to devote time as a board member.
“The new board members support how it has come to this day.”
These newest directors include Antoinette Archie and Gladys Rowan from Canim Lake. Others include Maggie Patterson-Dickey, Lea Smirfitt, and Chris Pettman from 100 Mile House; and Marge Bill and Murray Casey from Canoe Creek.
“We are holding an AGM in mid-June, and the board is open to anyone who is a member for 30 days,” says Thomas.
“And we welcome your membership to the new gathering place.”
For more information on membership, contact Gladys Rowan at 250-397-2717 or e-mail gladysr@canimlakeband.com.
