HoopLife and Huu-ay-aht First Nations Basketball Camp

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Children and Youth Ages 7 – 18

Join HoopLife and Huu-ay-aht First Nations in Anacla on Monday, August 26 and Tuesday, August 27, for a two-day Basketball Camp at the House of Huu-ay-aht. This camp is open to all Huu-ay-aht Citizens ages 7 – 18, and the ages will be broken into two groups: 13 and under and 18 and under. These two groups have different start and end times. Children and youth in the 13 and under group will be 9 A.M. to 12 P.M. and 18 and under will be 1 – 3 P.M.. Over the two days, participants will learn proper shooting form, defensive skills, advanced dribbling, and high-level scoring. For further information or questions, please get in touch with Kerry-Ann at kerry-ann.c@huuayaht.org or 250-723-0100.

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I, Parent/Guardian give permission for my child to attend HoopLife and Huu-ay-aht First Nation Basketball Camp, August 26 – 27, 2024 from 9 A.M. – 12 P.M. or 1 P.M. – 3 P.M. (depending on age group placement).

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If yes, please contact Kerry-Ann Collinge, 250-723-0100 or kerry-ann.c@huuayaht.org

Huu-ay-aht First Nations Hosts Celebration Lunch for 2024 Graduates

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Left to Right: Clinton Nookemus, Harry Brossault, Diego Dennis, Irene Peters, Sophia Duhamel, Sadie Unger, Becki Nookemis, Maliya Eardley, Holly Johnson, Maggie Peters, and Lily Johnson. (Photo by Vanessa Sabbas).

On Thursday, July 11, the Huu-ay-aht First Nations Education Department hosted a celebration lunch at the Best Western Plus Barclay Hotel in Port Alberni for the 2024 Huu-ay-aht high school and post-secondary graduates and families.

13 out of 25 graduates attended the lunch with their friends and families.

The celebration began with a speech from ḥawił Sherri Cook (Yaalthuuaa-uks), then Chief Councillor John Jack (Sayaač̓atḥ), and Executive Councillor and education portfolio holder Stella Peters (n̓aasiismisʔaksup). All three shared words of encouragement, congratulations, and wisdom to pursue future goals and continued educational growth.

Following speeches, the graduates received Huu-ay-aht First Nations 2024 Graduation hoodies and a cedar rose. After the grads confirm their completed studies, Huu-ay-aht First Nations will provide financial recognition of their achievement.

Education, Training, and Employment Manager Brent Ronning and Education Coordinator Vanessa Sabbas extend their warmest congratulations to all the 2024 Huu-ay-aht Graduates. They also shared their personal wishes for success in the graduates’ future endeavours, reinforcing the strong support and care from the Education Department.

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HFN Education hosts 2023 Grad Celebration Lunch

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Left to right – Frankie Williams, Helena Howard, Destiny Stewart, Nicole Malcomson, Angela Dennis, Natalie Clappis, Hayden Johnson – Turgeon, Brian Sport, and Cheyanne Dick. (Photo by Kiara Collinge).

On Friday, July 21, the Huu-ay-aht First Nation Education Department hosted a celebration lunch for the 2023 Huu-ay-aht Graduates and families.

Nine out of 20 graduates attended. Many could not attend due to Highway 4 closures, practicum commitments, or living out of province.

The celebration began with a speech from Benson Nookemis, Executive Councillor and current education portfolio holder Stella Peters. Following after was, Executive Councilor and past education portfolio holder Edward R. Johnson, and finally was Chief Councillor John Jack.


Following speeches, the graduates received Huu-ay-aht First Nation 2023 Graduation hoodies, a cedar headband and financial recognition.


Education, Training, and Employment Manager Brent Ronning and Education Coordinator Vanessa Sabbas congratulate all 2023 Huu-ay-aht Graduates and wish them the best in their endeavours.

Full list of 2023 Huu-ay-aht Graduates.