ANNUAL GATHERING EXHIBITOR APPLICATION Background: The Stó:lō Nation provides services to First Nations communities residing throughout the Lower Mainland. Our focus is to ensure social and economic development within the Stó:lō community through facilities and programs in the areas of education, human resource development, early childhood and youth services, health, elderly care, and social development. Stó:lō Nation Chiefs Council consists of eleven Stó:lō Nation communities including Aitchelitz, Leq’a:mel, Matsqui, Popkum, Skawahlook, Skowkale, Shxwhá:y, Squiala, Sumas, Tzeachten and Yakweakwioose. The Stó:lō Nation Chiefs Council hosts the Annual Gathering to celebrate and honor the eleven communities successes. We would like to extend an invitation to the following to promote their services, programs and accomplishments.
The eleven Stó:lō Nation member communities Stó:lō Nation departments Aboriginal Businesses Organizations serving the Aboriginal community
Annual Gathering: The Annual Gathering will be held on Saturday, July 26, 2014 from 10am – 3pm on the Coqualeetza Grounds at Stó:lō Nation – 7201 Vedder Road, Chilliwack, BC. Our goal is to showcase Stó:lō Nation successes and accomplishments. Join us in sharing and celebrating community successes and accomplishments with over 400 Stó:lō community members. Our theme is “Honouring Our Youth.” Stó:lō Nation communities are encouraged to set up as an exhibitor as well as share any successes with a presentation, performance or simple announcement. Exhibit Information:
Exhibitors are encouraged to send in completed forms as soon as possible Each booth will be provided with one table and two chairs Stó:lō Nation communities are encouraged to set up as an exhibitor Stó:lō Nation communities sharing a presentation, performance or announcement will be contacted to schedule a time on the agenda Exhibitor set up – Saturday July 26, 2014 from 8:00 am – 9:30 am Event – Saturday July 26, 2014 from 10:00 am – 3:00 pm Exhibitor Take down – Saturday July 26, 2014 at 3:00 pm Once we have received your exhibitor application, we will be contacting you with further details To submit completed applications or for further information please contact: Annual Gathering Committee Stó:lô Nation Chiefs Council Bldg 8B, 7201 Vedder Road, Chilliwack, BC V2R 4G5 Phone: 604-824-5316 Cell: 604-798-8143 Toll Free: 1-855-STOLO-52 E-mail: abby.duncan@stolonation.bc.ca | francine.douglas@stolonation.bc.ca
Exhibitor Application NAME ORGANIZATION ADDRESS CITY / PROV. POSTAL CODE TELEPHONE
(____)______________________________
FAX
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E-MAIL PLEASE NAME/LIST EXHIBITOR REPRESENTATIVES
DO YOU PROVIDE?
1. ________________________________3. _____________________________ 2. ________________________________4. _____________________________
Stó:lō Nation Community Stó:lō Nation Department
Aboriginal Business Organization Serving the Aboriginal Community
Give away items Print information Membership information Tent
Raffled item Electronic information (i.e. CD’s) Other _____________________
Do you require an electrical outlet for your booth?
YES
No
STÓ:LŌ NATION COMMUNITY INFORMATION The Stó:lō Nation Chiefs Council would like to celebrate the successes and accomplishments of the eleven member communities. The Stó:lō Nation communities are invited to showcase talents, successes and accomplishments. Stó:lō Nation Community Participation?
Individual Contest Participation
Exhibitor/Information Booth
Youth
Drumming
Children and Family
Dancing
Education
Singing
Health
Storytelling
Language
Elders
Culture and Tradition
Community Achievement
Hunting and Fishing
Best Bannock
Best Dried Salmon
Best Chili
Traditional Youth Art Contest (12-18 years)
Best Smoked Salmon
Please submit to: Annual Gathering Committee Stó:lô Nation Chiefs Council Bldg 8B, 7201 Vedder Road, Chilliwack, BC V2R 4G5 Phone: 604-824-5316 Cell: 604-798-8143 Toll Free: 1-855-STOLO-52 E-mail: abby.duncan@stolonation.bc.ca | francine.douglas@stolonation.bc.ca