Planned Power Outage March 19, 2026

Outage notification

We're performing work on our system in your area that requires us to temporarily turn off your electricity service.

Planned power outage details (WO W02565015-01)

Location: ALERT BAY

From: Thursday, March 19, 2026 09:30 AM (estimated)

To: Thursday, March 19, 2026 02:30 PM (estimated)

Reason: Pole Replacement

Landlords, please advise your tenants accordingly.

Prepare for the outage

Before the outage begins, turn off electric heaters, major appliances and unplug sensitive electronics to protect them from damage. If you rely on electric medical equipment or access doors, have a plan to maintain use.

Streets effected by power outage:
81 - 164 Alder Rd
3 - 81 Alder St
61 Arbutus St
61 - 185 Cedar St
20 - 28 Gatu Rd
22 - 26 Gatu St
59 - 99 Hemlock St
24 Juniper St
79 Larch St
8 - 44 Mamakwa Rd
39 Nimpkish Rd
5 Nimpkish Heights
60 - 93 Orca WAY
13 Po'yi St
102 - 121 Skana Pl
60 Spruce St
35 Sycamore Rd
60 - 70 Sycamore St

Our Very Own Janice Taylor Ellis

Our very own: Janice Taylor Ellis:

Sandbox Society

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Community Spotlight: Janice Ellis

Many of you will know today’s spotlight, Janice Ellis. Janice is a long-time Port McNeill community member who raised her children here and is now proud to have her grandchildren growing up in our town too. She is deeply involved in our community, volunteering with the Lions Club and the Victor Secret Committee, and always showing up where support is needed.

Janice is also a well-known and much-loved staff member at Sunset Elementary School. Many of our local kids, and staff alike, are especially fond of her. She has a natural way of creating spaces where children feel safe, welcomed, and cared for. Always greeted with a smile , Janice meets everyone with warmth and kindness.

Janice does so much to support our local youth and our community as a whole, and today we celebrate her and all that she brings to Port McNeill

Please leave Janice some kindness and share why you celebrate her below

Want to nominate someone for a Community Spotlight?

Email us at sandboxsocietypm@gmail.com

Spotlights are posted every Monday and Friday

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Alert Bay Visitor Centre Closed

Alert Bay Visitor Centre will be Closed Tuesday, February 10, 2026 on this day only for immediate assistance please contact the Village of Alert Bay between 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM Phone: 250 974 5213. Alert Bay brochures available in hallway of Post Office/Village Office Building (less then city block away) 15 Maple Road doors unlocked 8 am to 6 pm.

Two Posters September 30, 2025

September 30 – National Day for Truth and Reconciliation The ʼNa̱mg̱is Health Centre invites you to join us for a day of reflection and learning: Truth and Reconciliation Day Event Meet at the ferry terminal, wear regalia. Starts at 10:00 am, followed by snacks and drinks at the Health Centre. Reconciliation Discussion (Community Workshop) With Shelley Joseph 12:00 – 4:00 pm at the Council Hall. Ne’nagwa̱’nakwa̱la Open House Luncheon With Residential School Survivors and friends 12:00 – 4:00 pm at the Learning Centre.

U'mista Cultural Centre September 29, 2025

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Orange Shirt Day Beading Workshop

Join us on Monday, September 29 at U’mista for a special workshop in honour of Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

Come bead pins and earrings with us.

All materials will be provided, and everyone is welcome.

U’mista Cultural Centre

Monday, Sept 29 | 10-12 & 1-4

G̱ilakas’la

#OrangeShirtDay #EveryChildMatters #UmistaCulturalCentre #TruthAndReconciliation #KwakwakawakwCulture

Thursday, September 18, 2025

Good Day Everyone:

 Thursday, September 18, 2025 the Alert Bay Visitor Centre will be Closed for immediate assistance on this day only please contact the Village of Alert Bay 250 974 5213 between 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

Alert Bay brochures available at 15 Maple Road less then city block away see directions in attached pdf.   Sorry for any inconvenience and wishing you a great day

U'mista Early Closure August 30, 2025

Good day everyone:

Posted by U’mista on facebook:

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U'mista Cultural Society

 

Heads Up: U’mista Cultural Centre will close early on Saturday August 30th so all staff can enjoy the ‘Ya̱lis Moveable Feast!

We hope to see you all at this FREE Music Festival at the ABE Field!

More info here: www.umista.ca/ymf25

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U’mista summer hours: Open Every Day 9-5:00!

  • #1 Front Street, Alert Bay, BC

 

For more information please contact them directly.

Yalis Moveable Feast 2025

U'mista Cultural Society is at Alert Bay ~ Ya'lis.

Alert Bay, BC ·

Schedule out now!

Get ready for a powerful lineup of national and local Indigenous artists, food and artisan vendors, family-friendly activities, and the unbeatable energy of live original music on the land of the Kwakwa̱ka̱’wakw as the Movable Feast Indigenous Music Festival hits ‘Ya̱lis (Alert Bay) on Saturday, August 30 — a full day of free, live music and celebration.

Find artist bios and more details here: www.umista.ca/ymf25

Free. All ages. Everyone welcome.

G̱ilakas'la

U'mista Cultural Society

The Moveable Feast is coming back to Alert Bay!

U'mista Cultural Society is thrilled to partner with 2 Rivers Remix Society for the return of the

𝗠𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹

to ‘Ya̱lis (Alert Bay) on Saturday, August 30, 2025!

Mark your calendar now to join us at this FREE full day, everyone welcome, all-ages, celebration of Indigenous music, art, and culture in ‘Na̲mg̲is Territory.

You can expect:

Live performances by national and local Indigenous artists

Local food + artisan vendors

Family-friendly activities and community spirit

All on the land and waters of the Kwakwa̱ka̱’wakw.

Saturday, August 30, 2025

Alert Bay Elementary School Field, 381 Larch Street, Alert Bay, Cormorant Island, BC

Learn more: www.umista.ca/ymf25

Facebook event link: ‘Ya̱lis Movable Feast

Register here: www.virtualfeast.ca

CALL FOR VENDORS AND VOLUNTEERS –

Find more info here: www.umista.ca/ymf25

G̱ilakas'la

#GoNorthIsland #Yalis #AlertBay #Namgis #IndigenousMusic #IndigenousArtists #Umista #Kwakwakawakw #2RMX #MovableFeast2025 #VirtualFeas #GoNorthIsland #Yalis #AlertBay #Namgis #IndigenousMusic #IndigenousArtists #Umista #Kwakwakawakw #2RMX #MovableFeast2025 #VirtualFeast Vancouver Island North

U'mista Summer Program August 18 to 22, 2026

For more information please contact them directly.

Posted by the U’mista Cultural Centre:

Join us tomorrow for Week 9 of U’mista’s 2025 Summer Programming with “Stories with Wayne Alfred”.

Listen to stories and legends from Wayne Alfred, Knowledge Keeper and Master Carver.

* August 19 – 22 *

Programs run Tuesdays - Fridays from 10am-12pm & 1pm-3pm.

Everyone is welcome and all summer programs are free with admission.

See full schedule here: https://www.umista.ca/blogs/news/summer-programs-2025

*Subject to change.

U’mista Cultural Centre, #1 Front Street, Alert Bay, BC

#StoriesWithWayneAlfred #Umista #SummerPrograms #UmistaSummerPrograms


U'mista Saturday Summer Program 2025

For more information please contact them directly.

Message posted by U’mista:

Stop by the U'mista Cultural Centre Saturdays for a Beading Workshop with Kim!

Feel free to start a new project or work on a one you have already started

Saturdays

10am-12pm

&

1pm-3pm

Children under 12 need to be accompanied by an adult, parent, or guardian.

We look forward to seeing you there!