Photo: 2018 Winter Wellness clam digging event in Masset
Let's stay safe while kick-starting our 2021 Wellness Goals. The Winter Wellness Grants available through the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) are intended to support innovative ways for people to stay safe and well in the New Year – including through online activities.
Staying strong during these challenging times!
The FNHA recognizes the impacts that physical distancing and social isolation may have on the health and well-being of First Nations individuals, families and communities. With this in mind, the FNHA is providing Winter Wellness Grants to support community-led, virtual celebrations in honour of Winter Solstice. These celebrations are intended to promote culture, resilience and community while maintaining physical distancing.
First Nations communities, schools, and health and social organizations that provide wellness services to Indigenous people in British Columbia will be eligible for up to $1,000 to conduct their own virtual/online celebration to honour Winter Solstice.
Some examples of virtual/online celebrations Include:
• Elder and youth dialogues
• Crafting workshops (beading, painting, weaving, etc.)
• Storytelling, video projects or podcasts
• Educational webinars (medicines, cultural teachings, language, youth perspective)
• Online community games, challenges and contests, particularly those that engage Indigenous youth (scavenger hunt, powwow, step challenge, virtual sports)
Grant Criteria:
- The Grants are intended to support virtual initiatives that encourage First Nations in BC to celebrate and honour Winter Solstice.
- Activities must be conducted through methods that support physical distancing and in alignment with Orders of the FNHA, Provincial Health Officer (e.g., virtual gatherings, webinars) and First Nations community leadership.
- Eligible recipients include First Nations communities, BC schools, and health and social organizations that provide wellness services to Indigenous people in BC
- Recipients are encouraged to collaborate with neighbouring communities and organizations where feasible
- Eligible recipients are able to access a single grant up to $1,000 and completion of a brief closing report will be required to capture the highlights of your initiative.
How to Apply:
Deadline to submit an application is Monday, February 15, 2021.
There are three ways to submit an application:
1. Complete the online application form (preferred method)
2. Complete the application form and email to active@fnha.ca
3. Complete the application form and fax to 604-666-3867
Note: if faxing, please call us at (604) 693-6529 to notify
For more information, please email active@fnha.ca or call (604) 693-6529
2021 Winter Wellness Grant Application Form (PDF)
2021 Winter Wellness Grant Application Form (Word)
