First Nation to host ‘day of connection, inspiration, community’ at women’s wellness event

PROPHET RIVER, B.C. — Prophet River First Nation (PRFN) is set to host an event dedicated to women’s wellness.

According to a Facebook post on Wednesday, January 14th, the PRFN Women’s Winter Wellness event is open to both PRFN women and non-members.

“Join us for a day of connection, inspiration and community at PRFN’s Winter Women’s Wellness event,” reads the post.

The day will begin with a speech from keynote speaker Dr. Lana Whiskeyjack, a Cree indologist and artist who is an associate professor of women and gender studies at the University of Alberta.

According to the post, Whiskeyjack will “deconstruct menopause” during her speech and discuss the nôtokwêw (old woman) transition, calling “back to slowness, kinship, governance and deeper connectedness.”

The afternoon will feature both wellness speakers and workshops dedicated to healing essential oils, self-care, self-regulation, creativity and connection.

The event goes on Friday, January 23rd from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the PRFN Multiplex Gym and lunch will be provided to attendees.

While the event is free, registration is required for non-PRFN members to attend, as there are limited spots available.

Non-members can register by contacting Helen Knott at 250 280 2277. 

Energeticcity.ca reached out to Knott for further comment, but did not hear back by publication time.