Mission Statement
Proudly securing the future of the Métis people by promoting and preserving the historical values, culture, and traditions of the Métis
Nation. VFMA has been a proud chartered community of the Metis Nation of British Columbia since March 23, 2018.
Programs
- Weekly Soup and Social Program – Join us every Wednesday from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM at the Métis Cultural Centre (#105 – Hwy 3 E, Princeton, BC) for a warm and welcoming Soup & Social gathering. Enjoy delicious soup and fresh Bannock while connecting with friends, family, and community members. This is a free event, open to everyone – we’d love to see you there! Please note: This program is resuming on October 1st, 2025.
- Community Cookbook Project – Please submit any community recipes and stories that you wish to share in the community cookbook to vermillionforkscc@mnbc.ca (access the recipe submission form here)
- Weekly Sewing Club – Join us every Friday from 10 AM to 2 PM at the Métis Cultural Centre for our Sewing Club! For more information, contact us at vermillionforkscc@mnbc.ca.
- Community Walking Program – Join us every Thursday at 9 AM for our Community Walking Program! Meet at the dog park next to Cool Creek Esso on the KVR (Kettle Valley Trail). All are welcome, and a limited number of walking sticks are available. The program runs weather permitting. For more information, contact us at vermillionforkscc@mnbc.ca.
- Board Game Club – Please note: This program is closed for the season and will resume in the Fall.
- Genealogical Support – Contact us at vermillionforkscc@mnbc.ca for Métis genealogical support and resources.
Upcoming Events
- Thanksgiving Food Hampers – Attention Métis Citizens: Please email us at Vermillionforkscc@mnbc.ca ASAP if you would like a hamper. Limited quantity available. Pick up is October 8th, 2025, from 5 – 6 PM at the Métis Cultural Centre (#105—Hwy 3 E, Princeton, BC).
- Family Gathering BBQ – Join us on October 18th, 2025, at 5 PM at the Métis Cultural Centre (#105 – Hwy 3 E, Princeton, BC). To RSVP, please contact us at vermillionforkscc@mnbc.ca
- Louis Riel Day Dinner – November 17th, 2025, at the Métis Cultural Centre (#105—Hwy 3 E, Princeton, BC). Please RSVP at vermillionforkscc@mnbc.ca
