Victoria: All Candidates Meeting for the 2026 by-election

Ḥaačatił ʔaaqƛin haaʕin (Ha-cha-tilth uck tlin ḥa-eḥn – We’ll invite others). Huu-ay-aht will host all-candidates meetings in five locations for the 2026 by-election.

To stay up to date on the 2026 by-election, please visit: https://huuayaht.org/by-elections-2026/

📍 Victoria
Monday, June 1 | 6 – 8 p.m.
Marriott Inner Harbour

Victoria: Child & Family Wellness Community Engagement

ƛiƛic̓ał (Steer the canoe in the right direction). We are moving forward with our own laws and self-determination. Join us for a vital update on the progress of Huu-ay-aht’s Child and Family Wellness journey as we navigate:

  • Pathways to Jurisdiction: Our steps toward full self-governance.
  • The Yaaʔak̕ap Act: Understanding Huu-ay-aht’s own Child and Family Wellness legislation.
  • Federal Legislative Review: A 5-year look at the Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis children, youth and families.

As we engage with Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) on this national review, it is essential that our community is informed of the milestones we are reaching together.

📍 Victoria
Monday, June 29 | 4:30–8:00 p.m.
Delta Hotels Ocean Pointe (100 Harbour Road)

Victoria Canned Sockeye and Surplus Food Fish Distribution

Victoria Cans and Surplus
When: Thursday, February 5, 2026
Time: 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Where: Victoria Native Friendship Centre, 231 Regina Ave.
What: 1 box canned fish, mixed frozen fillets
Elders’ door-side delivery: Friday, February 6, from 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Victoria Cultural Policies Community Engagement Session

Ḥaačatiłʔaaqƛin haaʕin (We’ll invite others). Victoria Cultural Policies Community Engagement Session!!

Join us for upcoming community sessions to learn about and share feedback on two Cultural Policies presented by the Language Coordinator and Emergency Program Coordinator.

⏰ 3:30–6:00 p.m.

📍𝐕𝐢𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐚 – Wednesday, January 14, at the Songhees Wellness Centre (1100 Admirals Rd).

If you have questions regarding the engagements, please get in touch with hinatinyis at hinatinyis@huuayaht.org

Victoria Halibut and Chinook Distribution

haʔukw̓ it ̓asin! (We’re going to eat!). Victoria Huu-ay-aht Citizens, Halibut and Chinook Distribution is Tuesday, September 16, from 5:30 – 7 p.m. at Victoria Native Friendship Center (231 Regina Ave).
 
Each Citizen will receive 10 pieces of frozen, vacuum sealed halibut and 15 pieces of chinook.
 
Elders delivery will start around 11 a.m. before the general distribution.
 
Please remember to bring your own container!
 
For questions, please get in touch with the Fish Distribution Team at foodfish@huuayaht.org or call 250-728-3414. The online form can also be used to connect with them: https://huuayaht.org/services/fisheries/
 
If you are unable to pick up your fish, please complete the food fish release form. The person picking up your food fish must have the form with them. Please find it here: https://huuayaht.org/forms