Na̱mg̱is Business Development Corp.

06/25/2026

🌱 Community Harvest Distribution this FRIDAY!

Drop by the NBDC Greenhouses for the freshly grown harvest of the week. 🥬

Where: On site at the Greenhouses, 17 Gatu Rd.
When: Friday Jun 26 12-2 PM
What: Dill, Cilantro, Basil & Arugula

This is a community benefit distribution - no cost, just bring your own bag.🌿

See you there!

06/25/2026

📘 Biz Terms 101 – Revenue

Revenue is the starting point of any financial conversation about a business. It is the total amount earned from selling products or services before a single expense has been paid. That includes expenses like wages, supplies, rent, or anything else.

Revenue tells you how much came in but it does not tell you whether the business is healthy, that requires looking at what needs to go out as well.

Here is why that it matters:

A food vendor at June Sports might bring in $3,000 over the weekend, that is their revenue. But once they take out the cost of supplies, equipment rental, and travel to get there, their actual earnings could look very different. Another example is, a fishing operation might generate $120,000 in revenue over a season, but after fuel, crew wages, gear maintenance, and moorage fees, the amount left over may be far less..

Understanding revenue is the first step in reading a financial report, setting prices, and planning for the future.

💬 What business terms would you like us to cover next? Drop them in the comments.

www.NBDC.ca

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06/22/2026

🧡 National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration 🧡

NBDC is pleased to help spread the word about this celebration hosted in ‘Ya̱lis (Alert Bay) tonight, Monday, June 22.

Join friends, family, neighbours, and visitors for an evening of culture, games, food, music, and connection, including:

⚾ Xwaxwatsa̱'ma (Traditional Baseball)
🍔 BBQ Dinner
🗣 Opening by Hereditary and Community Leaders
🤝 Community Visiting
🎵 Love Song Contest
🎲 Alax̱wa (Bone Games)

Everyone welcome!

📅 Monday, June 22, 2026
⏰ 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
📍 Gukwdzi (Bighouse) Field & Gukwdzi (Bighouse), ‘Ya̱lis

For more information, contact Jen at [email protected].

06/21/2026

✨ Happy Father’s Day ✨

Today, NBDC and our family of businesses honour the fathers, grandfathers, uncles, and caregivers who help guide and support our communities with constant strength and care like the ocean.

In Kwakwa̱ka̱’wakw culture, the ocean is a source of strength, connection, and life, offering abundance and a steady presence through all tides.

G̱ilakas’la to all who lead with love and wisdom.

06/19/2026

Reminder: Community Harvest Distribution TODAY • 12–2 • NBDC Greenhouses, 17 Gatu Rd - Bring a bag! 🌱🥬

06/17/2026

🌱 Community Harvest Distribution this FRIDAY!

Drop by the NBDC Greenhouses for the freshly grown harvest of the week. 🥬

Where: On site at the Greenhouses, 17 Gatu Rd.
When: Friday Jun 19, 12-2 PM
What: Pac Choi and Basil trim

This is a community benefit distribution - no cost, just bring your own bag.🌿

See you there!

06/17/2026

📣 NIDS is hiring!
North Island Driving School is looking for a part-time driving instructor to join their team.

This is a flexible role with full training provided, so no prior experience is necessary. If you're patient, safety-minded, and looking for something rewarding, this might be the perfect fit for you.

➡️ Apply by June 29, 2026 to: [email protected] 🚗

📣 We're Hiring: Driving Instructor, North Island Driving School

North Island Driving School is looking for a part-time driving instructor to join our team on the North Island. This is a great opportunity to work for an Indigenous-owned, community-focused business and make a real difference in the lives of new drivers in our region. 🚗

The role:
• Part-time, estimated 10–15 hours per week
• $32.50 per hour
• Flexible scheduling around lessons and student bookings

What we're looking for:
• A safety-minded individual with a clean driving record
• Someone who is patient, reliable, and good with people
• A valid BC driver's licence and clean driver's abstract required
• Criminal record check required prior to starting

Training is fully provided, no prior instruction experience necessary. Successful candidates must be available to travel away from the North Island for approximately three weeks to complete their instructor certification.

North Island Driving School is an Indigenous-owned, ICBC-certified driving school operating under the 'Na̱mg̱is Business Development Corporation. We are a small, supportive team that genuinely cares about our students and our community, and we are looking for someone who shares those values. 🙌

To apply, contact us at [email protected].
➡︎ Application deadline June 29, 2026.

www.drivenorthisland.ca/careers

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06/17/2026

In advance of the busy weekend ahead, here are tips on driving your vehicle onto BC Ferries. Wishing everyone a safe journey! ⚽🏆☀️

🚢 Driving Tips for travelling on BC Ferries with a vehicle

Rolling onto a ferry for the first time, or even the fiftieth, requires a bit more attention than regular driving. Here's what to keep in mind:

➡️ Loading the ferry
• When directed forward by a crew member, follow their signals closely, their instructions take priority over everything else
• Maintain a slow, controlled speed, maximum 10 km/hour
• Following the crew member's directions, pull as close to the vehicle ahead as you safely can.
• Once parked, be sure to apply your parking brake. The vessel moves and shifts during crossing.
• Turn your engine off immediately once parked. This is required on all BC Ferry routes.
• Remember to disable your car alarm, the motion of the vessel can trigger it during crossing.
• If you can, fold in your side mirrors if space is tight, it protects your mirrors and the vehicles beside you
• Open your doors slowly and with awareness. Vehicles are parked very close together

➡️ Offloading
• Wait for the deckhand's signal before starting your engine and moving
• Move at a slow, steady pace, ramps are uneven, and slippery when wet,

➡️ A few practical notes for this route
• The Port McNeill to Alert Bay route is not reservable, arrive at least 20-30 minutes early
• Fare is collected on the way from Port McNeill only. The return crossing from Alert Bay is free
• Overloads happen, particularly on long weekends and during events like June Sports. If you miss a sailing, stay in the lineup and wait for the next one. 🌊⛴️

www.drivenorthisland.ca

#'Na̱mg̱is

06/13/2026

🧡 National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration 🧡

NBDC is looking forward to this upcoming community celebration hosted in ‘Ya̱lis (Alert Bay) on Monday, June 22.

Join friends, family, neighbours, and visitors for an evening of culture, games, food, music, and connection.

For more information, contact Jen at [email protected].

You are invited to the National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration in 'Ya̱lis (Alert Bay) - everyone is welcome!

📅 Monday, June 22, 2026
⏰ 4:00pm - 9:00pm
📍 Gukwdzi (Bighouse) and Field, 'Ya̱lis - Alert Bay

Join us for:

4:00pm - Xwaxwatsa̱'ma - Traditional Baseball and BBQ Dinner at the Gukwdzi Field
5:30pm - Opening by Hereditary and Community Leaders in the Gukwdzi
5:40pm - Community Visiting in the Gukwdzi
6:15pm - Love Song Contest in the Gukwdzi
7:00pm - Alaẋwa - Bone Games in the Gukwdzi

Come as you are. Bring your family, your friends, and your community spirit. ❤️

For more information, contact Jen at [email protected]

G̱ilakas'la 👐

'Namgis First Nation Nawalakw U'mista Cultural Society

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