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10/31/2026

What's the most beautiful view you've come across in SC’IȺNEW̱ territory? 📸

This serene photo captures a quiet moment in SC’IȺNEW̱ territory, where native plants thrive along the shoreline and the waters continue to support the ecosystems and wildlife.

We'd love to see SC’IȺNEW̱ territory through your lens this season!
👀 Do you have a photo of the land, water, wildlife, or community you'd like to share?

✉️ Send your photos to: [email protected]
💙 Your photo could be featured on our social media channels to help showcase the beauty of SC’IȺNEW̱ territory!

10/31/2026

Meet some of the unique plants found in SC’IȺNEW̱ territory, and learn how to say their SENĆOŦEN names! 🗣️

🌿 SŦXÁLEM (Western Sword Fern) — pronounced “ata-hey-lum.” Its leaves (also known as fronds) can grow up to six feet long!

🌱 ȾEX̱EN¸IȽĆ (Osoberry) — pronounced “ta-kw-ung.” This shrub produces small fruits that ripen in early summer, which is why it also goes by the name of ‘June Plum.’

Share this post with a friend 📲 and be sure check out our Speak page for more learning opportunities: scianew.com/speak ✨

10/31/2026

The SC’IȺNEW̱ Health Team will be hosting Family Engagement Workshops on November 4th and November 18th! 💙

✨ These sessions are an opportunity to share what health and wellness means to you and what programs and supports you want to see in your community.

Sessions are booked on a first-come, first-served basis.

Email [email protected] or call 250-478-3535 to book a session today!

10/31/2026

Ready to learn SENĆOŦEN? 💡

💬 Here’s how you say “Spoon” in SENĆOŦEN. 🥄

Want to learn more SENĆOŦEN? 📌 Visit the Speak Page on our website to start your SENĆOŦEN learning journey today! Visit: http://scianew.com/speak

Follow us on socials for more learning opportunities! ✨ 🌿

10/30/2026

ȾŦÁ¸EȽĆ (Bigleaf Maple) has been used for many medicinal, culinary, and practical purposes. Its strong wood can be used to make SKEM¸EL¸ (canoe paddles.) ȾŦÁ¸EȽĆ leaves are the largest of any maple in the world! 🍁

🗣️ ȾŦÁ¸EȽĆ is pronounced “t'ththe'yulhch.”

Want to learn more SENĆOŦEN words and hear pronunciations? 💬 🌱 Visit the Speak Page on our website: http://scianew.com/speak

10/30/2026

Head over to the YMCA-YWCA (1319 Westhills Dr) for some pool time! 🌊

🏊 Upcoming Swim Times:

Friday, October 30 | 4:30–8:30 PM

Saturday, October 31 | 12:00–4:00 PM

Sunday, November 01 | 12:00–3:00 PM

Bring your family and enjoy some fun in the water!

10/30/2026

Victoria Native Friendship Centre's CEER team is providing funding to take driving lessons and get N driving licenses for employment purposes.

To qualify, you must meet the following criteria:
Have a letter of support from your employer
Have a valid L license
Are not attending high school
Are First Nations, Métis, or Inuit

📲 Call the intake office at 250-384-3211 to learn more and register!

10/30/2026

Help keep our community healthy! 🍃

📸 Content courtesy of Beecher Bay Health

10/29/2026

Looking for the latest updates? 🔎✨

📰 Our News & Events page is the central hub for community information, including upcoming events, important notices, and health and safety updates.

Swipe through for a preview, and visit the website to stay informed and connected. 📲🌿

To access our News & Events, visit: https://scianew.com/news-events/

10/29/2026

Over 500 pounds of marine debris removed from Vargas Island! 🌊💙 Thanks to recreationists piling and reporting debris through , WCMRC and partners helped give this coastline a cleaner future.

Every bit counts! Together, we’re making a lasting impact! 🌊💙

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4901-B East Sooke Road
Sooke, BC
V9Z1B6

Website

https://beecherbay.ca/

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