Orange Shirt Day is a time to reflect on the lasting impact of residential schools in Canada and to honour the strength, courage, and resilience of Indigenous children, families, and … Continued
Through an ongoing partnership the Circle of Indigenous Nations Society (COINS) & the KB Access Clinic are working together to offer primary care for patients without a family practitioner in … Continued
Join us on Saturday, June 21, 2025, as COINS hosts a special celebration in honour of National Aboriginal Peoples Day. This free community event will take place at Kinnaird Park … Continued
COINS is proud to share a new video that highlights teachings and perspectives on smudging in a healthcare setting. This video was created in partnership with the Kootenay Boundary Division … Continued
COINS is excited to share an important update to how we engage with our community partners. We’ve launched a new Community Outreach Request Form designed to help streamline and clarify … Continued
Orange Shirt Day is a significant occasion dedicated to recognizing the enduring impact of Canada’s residential school system on Indigenous communities. This day is a powerful reminder of the resilience … Continued
COINS would like to acknowledge Grandma Jo, who supports the Grand Forks COINS Staff and Aboriginal Head Start centre. Grandma Jo won a Boundary Women of Influence award this year … Continued
The planned renovations for our Castlegar building were completed in May. We offer gratitude to our funders: Columbia Basin Trust, Teck Metals, Ministry of Children and Family Development, and Columbia … Continued
National Aboriginal Peoples’ Day is June 21st. COINS will once again be offering a free community event at Kinnaird Park (2501 14 Ave, Castlegar) from 3pm to 7pm. As in … Continued
Our office in Castlegar is currently closed due to construction. These planned renovations will make space for our growing staff and an exciting new initiative. The closure will remain in effect … Continued
