Cedar Bark Hat Weaving

We are pleased to inform you that the application made by Todd Giihlgiigaa to First People's Cultural Council's (FPCC's) Arts Strengthening Program - Arts Group Knowledge Transfer has been approved !

Recently, applications to the Arts Strengthening Program were evaluated by a Peer Review Committee made of up of established BC First Nations creatives and cultural workers with expertise in the disciplines relevant to the proposals. As part of this process and through a review of all necessary information by staff, Todd has been awarded a grant for the Cedar Hat weaving project. This is a fifteen week project for sixteen participants to learn about Haida Cultural teaching and how to weave a hat with cedar bark.

The workshop starts Friday June 26th from 4:30pm to 7:30pm at the Oak Park Fieldhouse at 7575 Fremlin Street, Vancouver, BC.

Check the online calendar with the Fridays with pink blocks.
https://giihlgiigaaweaver.blogspot.com/p/calendar-of-events.html

Workshop is now full. No more openings. 

FPCC Arts Strengthening Program funding is made possible through the Government of British Columbia through a partnership with the BC Arts Council and Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation, and a donation from Margaret A. Cargill Philanthropies.

Visit here for events calendar
https://giihlgiigaaweaver.blogspot.com/p/calendar-of-events.html

Giihlgiigaa’s Weaving website for weaving tips:
https://ithkilgaa.blogspot.ca 

 

For more information of FPCC Grants and Programs
https://fpcc.ca/

For more info on Vancouver Park Board's 
Fieldhouse Activation Program 
https://vancouver.ca/people-programs/fieldhouse-programs.aspx

Cedar Weaving at Woodland Park

Weaving Cedar, Culture and Community with
West Coast Family Nite

This summer, G̱iihlgiigaa will be at West Coast Family Nites with an interactive arts and crafts tent where people can gather to weave, create, and connect through Indigenous art and culture.

West Coast Family Nites is a place where families and community come together to sing, dance, and celebrate Indigenous traditions. I am honoured to be part of these evenings by sharing weaving teachings, hands-on art activities, and a welcoming space for people of all ages to participate and learn together.

Date/Time:
Every Wednesday Evening For June and July 2026
Time: 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Place: Woodland Park, 705 Woodland Dr, 
Vancouver, BC., Canada

Event Details !
Free  for everyone! Start a new project, finish one you've started !
Bring a Friend !

Projects to learn and weave include:

Deer ornaments, woven bracelets, coasters or pendents, friendship rope bracelets, woven hearts, headbands, tiny spice jar "spider" baskets, or braided bookmarks! 

 

Visit here for Todd Giihlgiigaa's events calendar
https://giihlgiigaaweaver.blogspot.com/p/calendar-of-events.html

Giihlgiigaa’s Weaving website for weaving tips:
https://ithkilgaa.blogspot.ca

 

Cedar Weaving with Youth

 At the RayCam Community Center with Artist in Residence: Todd Giihlgiigaa 

Date/Time:
Every Tuesday
Time: 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Place: 920 E Hastings Street, Vancouver 
Room: Youth Lounge

Event Details !
Free Drop in for all Youth ! Start a new project, finish one you've started !
Bring a Friend !

Projects to learn and weave with as shown in the photo include:

Deer ornaments, woven bracelets, coasters or pendents, friendship rope bracelets, woven hearts, headbands, tiny spice jar "spider" baskets, or braided bookmarks! 

Giihlgiigaa’s Weaving website for weaving tips:

https://ithkilgaa.blogspot.ca

Follow Giihlgiigaa’s Residency and calendar of events at:

https://giihlgiigaaweaver.blogspot.com/ 


more info on RayCam Community Center

https://vancouver.ca/parks-recreation-culture/ray-cam-co-operative-centre.aspx

Public Drop-in Weaving

Weaving Cedar, Culture and Community

At the Oak Park Fieldhouse with Artist in Residence: Todd Giihlgiigaa 

Date/Time:
Every Thursday
Time: 4:30pm - 7:30pm
Place: 7575 Fremlin Street (Oak & 59th) 
Vancouver 

Event Details !
Free Drop in for everyone! Start a new project, finish one you've started !
Bring a Friend !

Projects to learn and weave with as shown in the two photos include:

Deer ornaments, woven bracelets, coasters or pendents, friendship rope bracelets, woven hearts, headbands, tiny spice jar "spider" baskets, or braided bookmarks! 

 

Visit here for events calendar
https://giihlgiigaaweaver.blogspot.com/p/calendar-of-events.html

Giihlgiigaa’s Weaving website for weaving tips:
https://ithkilgaa.blogspot.ca

For more info on Vancouver Park Board's 
Fieldhouse Activation Program 
https://vancouver.ca/people-programs/fieldhouse-programs.aspx  

Marpole Community Day

This summer, G̱iihlgiigaa will also be facilitating an interactive arts and crafts tent at Marpole Community Day on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at Oak Park beside the Marpole-Oakridge Community Centre.

Marpole Community Day returns with free, family-friendly festivities from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., featuring amusement rides, games, performances, live entertainment, food, and community exhibits celebrating the vibrant local community. 

Visitors of all ages are invited to stop by the Cedar Weaving tent to participate in hands-on weaving and Indigenous-inspired art activities in a welcoming and creative space. The tent will offer an opportunity to slow down, create together, and learn through shared artistic practice rooted in connection, community, and cultural expression. Whether you are curious to try weaving for the first time or simply want to spend time creating with others, everyone is welcome to join.

For inquiries about the event, please visit www.marpoleoakridge.org or call Marpole-Oakridge Community Centre (MOCC) at 604-257-8180 ext 1. Follow @marpoleoakridgecc on Instagram for event updates.