Upper Skeena Arena News

Upper Skeena Arena News

Upper Skeena Recreation Centre  //  The current arena in the Hazeltons is old, outdated, and is suffering from severe structural problems. The ice arena has been a critical part of the community for generations, in the past hosting countless hockey practices, games and tournaments. In addition to hockey, the arena was the heart of the community and hosted many community functions such as graduations, community dances, and weddings.

The SIAA has been working for years to raise funds to build a new arena. Until recently, the project has been slow. Local organizations and governments have provided some seed funding and support. The grassroots Hockeyville campaign garnered thousands of stories and photos about the old arena. Project managers were recently hired who have experience with capital fundraising and building projects, and the new arena is moving forward.

Feb 23 / 8:00pm

RFEI - Aboriginal Skills and Employment Training Strategy (ASETS)

Posted by email 
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The Skeena Ice Arena Association – Building Committee was made aware recently of the attached proposal request regarding the following:

“The Government of Canada is currently accepting Expressions of Interest from Aboriginal organizations interested in delivering Aboriginal labour market programming through the Aboriginal Skills and Employment Training Strategy (ASETS) in Northwestern British Columbia.  This request is open to Aboriginal organizations wishing to deliver services to Aboriginal people in the geographic area bordered by Smithers in the East, Haida Gwaii in the West, Hartley Bay in the South and Atlin to the North. “

The Building Committee has indicated a willingness to work with the successful applicant (s)regarding the proposed new arena Business Plan (6.5) Construction Conclusions statements about the potential for job training during the construction phase of the project.