IDEAS: youth arts show opening on Canada Day
July 1, 2010: Over 35 people visited the special Canada Day art opening reception to become inspired by the art of Terrace's young artists who are displaying their works at the Skeena Diversity Centre, 4617 Lazelle Ave.

The art show features artists:
Gillian Robertson
Mykee Laird
Meagan Watson
Martin Loggin
Chase Hamilton.

All artists are art students of Caledonia Secondary School (number of them from the graduating class of 2010) off to enter the world with their fresh creative ideas.

Thank you to Ms. Amy Warner, Practicum Teacher at Caledonia for organizing the art show which will be on display at the Centre until the end of August.

Visit the opening reception Photo Gallery.

Skeena Diversity Holds its AGM
June 21, 2010: Skeena Diversity Society (SDS) membership was treated to a exciting evening of
information, idea sharing, tasty food and great company. Colleen Austin, Society Chair facilitated the meeting which covered the usual business of approving agenda and minutes, presentation of financial report and election of the Board of Directors for 2010-2011.

Three new members were elected to make a nine member Board which will lead the Society through its exciting community development projects. Read more.

Photo of Skeena Diversity Board of Directors 2010/11
Back row from left: Nirmal Parmar, Ginny Hawkshaw, Arjunna Miyagawa, Audrey Bennett, Colleen Austin. Front row from left: Peggy Gilliard, Shylo Gerritsen with son River, Jane Dickson. Missing from photo Chayo Nyawello.

Skeena Band Shares Their Memories of Cuba
It was a treat for many sense during the May potluck dinner evening at the Skeena Diversity Centre. Skeena Band students with their music teacher, the amazing Ms. Brower were the guests that evening. After sharing a meal, the audience were taken on a trip back to Cuba where the students spent an incredible week this May.

The students spent two years fundraising and saving money to be able to make the trip to this intriguing country. Read more.

Community Mapping Project

April 25: Amongst all the mail and newspapers in your mailbox, you may find a brown envelope  from Skeena Diversity Society this coming week. We urge you not to chuck it but open it. We at Skeena Diversity would like to ask for a few moments of your time to participate in the attached Terrace-wide survey. 

Skeena Diversity Society is mapping the community to better understand who we are – our cultural experiences and backgrounds, skills, talents and interests; ideas and dreams. Read more.

Latin Night Provides Tasty Treats While Helping Families in Chile

March 27: What could be better than getting together with friends, meeting new people, enjoying great food, helping an important cause while dancing the night away. That briefly sums up the Latin Night for Chile event that took place on March 27th. Read more

March 21: International Day to Eliminate Racism
March 21 has been declared a day to raise awareness about racism and discrimination around the world. It serves as a commemoration of victims of a peaceful demonstration against apartheid on March 21, 1960 in Sharpeville, South Africa.

The world is different since that time 50 years ago today but we know that racism, prejudice, ignorance and intolerance are still alive preventing us from living in a truly equal respectful society. There are many changes that the systems we live in need to undertake but what can we do as individuals? Let's look within and ask "What can I do to be more respectful? What are my fears and prejudices?".

I find that the best way to overcome these is to meet people that come from different cultures. Those that have had different experiences and speak to those with different points of view. Diversity is a struggle but it makes us and our communities so much richer, creative, colourful and more prosperous. Let's make our vision and thoughts world-embracing!

EmbraceBC website

Skeena Diversity Centre Opens Downtown Terrace
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Feb 25, 2010: Skeena Diversity completed renovations of a downtown office space on 4617 Lazelle Ave. which will become a new Centre for the community. There is space for meetings, workshops, presentations, celebrations and dialogues.

Members of the Skeena Diversity Society and staff were on hand to welcome people through their doors. The opening went well and few ideas are already in the works for the use of the space. "The purpose of this centre is for us to provide a place where the entire community can collaborate on the important issue of making Terrace more welcoming and inclusive," said Colleen Austin, Skeena Diversity Society Chair. Visit the photo gallery to see few photos of the event.

“Our Program is based on linking the four pillars of sustainability: economic viability, social equity, environmental responsibility and cultural vitality to ensure a balanced sustainable future of a community that is inclusive and diverse, a community that is prosperous and creative,” said Saša Loggin, Program Coordinator.

The Centre will be open from Tuesday to Saturday 11 am till 2 pm and during special events in the evenings. Contact us to suggest an event, book the space for a workshop or a gathering of your group.

Skeena Diversity is planning a number of projects and activities such as new book project: "Faces of Terrace: Starngers No More". Find out more.

Skeena Diversity Society Plans to Make Terrace a More Welcoming and Inclusive Community

Jan 7, 2010: CULTURAL ADVISORY GROUP MEMBERSHIP IS STILL OPEN
Dec 16: Skeena Diversity Society has been awarded funds to launch a Demonstration Project as part of the Welcoming and Inclusive Communities and Workplaces Program. The Project will focus on citizens’ engagement in shaping the future of Terrace.

The Society is currently seeking candidates to form the new WICWP Cultural Advisory Group that will work in collaboration on making Terrace a more welcoming and inclusive community. Read more.

Community Dialogue
Nov 11: UPDATE: Registration remains open as spaces are still available

Saturday, November 14, 2009
9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Arena Banquet Room in Terrace
Event poster | Registration form

Join us at the second Community Dialogue to share your story and experience. We will explore:

• How are we all connected?
• How do we build a welcoming and inclusive community together?

The event is free but registration is required. Snacks and lunch will be served.
Space is limited. Register before November 10. Contact us if you have any questions.

Spring Break Youth Program - March 24-27, 2009

Mar 15, 2009: Connecting youth through the Arts: join us during spring break for a series of four unique sessions:

• Tue, March 24 noon till 4:30 pm
  Theme: Photo Scavenger Hunt and Self Portraits
  Location: Arena Sportsplex Multipurpose room (new arena second floor)

• Wed, March 25 noon till 4:30 pm
  Theme: Dance – learn basics of ethnic dances such as breakdancing, bellydancing, Scottish dancing and maybe more. Bring comfortable clothing.
  Location: Health Unit Auditorium, 3214 Kalum St.

• Thu, March 26 noon till 4:30 pm
  Theme: Culinary Arts and First Nations Arts - Learn to prepare ethnic foods such as sushi at one station; learn from Freda Diesing School of Arts students about First Nations Arts
  Location: Health Unit Auditorium, 3214 Kalum St.

• Fri, March 27 noon till 4:30 pm
  Theme: Music – learn to drum and turn everyday objects into instruments
  Location: Health Unit Auditorium, 3214 Kalum St.

Each session will be led by local "experts" and youth workers. Young people between the ages of 13 and 18* can register for any day or all four. This is a free event and lunch will be provided.

• Event Poster
• Registration Form
  

* Please do contact us if you are a bit younger or older but interested to attend.

'Skeena Stories: Strangers No More' Available for Sale

Dec 21, 2008: Thank you all for coming to the book launch. It has been such a moving event that helped us realize what an important project this book is. We certainly have incredible people living in this community now and in the past.

To all authors: Thank you for your courage sharing your story!!

You are probably wondering how to get your hands on a few copies of this unique book. Here is how:

• directly from Skeena Diversity Society
  by calling 250-631-2352 or by email: story@skeenadiversity.com.
• at Misty River Books, 4700 Lazelle Ave., Terrace
• at George Little House, 3100 Kalum St., Terrace
• at Gemma's Boutique, 4627 Lakelse Ave, Terrace
• at House of Sim-Oi-Ghets, Kitsumkalum

The book is selling for $20. We will be happy to mail your order to you if you live outside of Terrace.

Book Launch held on Wed, Dec 17

Dec 4, 2008: After six weeks of intense editing, proof-reading, formatting, designing and last-minute changes, we are very pleased to give you an update: Skeena Stories: Strangers No More has been submitted to the publisher in Victoria.

This paperback book has 300 pages containing nearly one hundred local stories. The Launch Party will be held on Wednesday, December 17, 2008 at the Terrace Art Gallery. we are putting together a program of storytelling and celebrating our local authors. Light refreshments will be served. Copies of the book will be available for sale. The book is selling for $20. Peek inside the book.

Contact us if you would like to pre-order your copy today.

Story Deadline Extended to October 15, 2008

Sep 30, 2008: Thank you everyone for submitting your amazing stories as well as interviewing people with stories. We would like to inform you that we are going to be accepting your stories until October 15, 2008.

Read more - we have added answers to some of your questions