19/06/2026
𝐒𝐐’𝐄𝐖𝐐𝐄𝐋 (𝐒𝐄𝐀𝐁𝐈𝐑𝐃 𝐈𝐒𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐃) 𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 𝐓𝐎 𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐎𝐏𝐄𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐅 𝟏𝟎𝐓𝐇 “𝐁𝐄 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐇𝐀𝐍𝐆𝐄” 𝐌𝐈𝐍𝐈 𝐏𝐈𝐓𝐂𝐇 𝐖𝐈𝐓𝐇 𝐀𝐃𝐈𝐃𝐀𝐒, 𝐇𝐎𝐏𝐄 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐋𝐓𝐇, 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐔𝐍𝐈𝐓𝐘 𝐏𝐀𝐑𝐓𝐍𝐄𝐑
𝐒𝐄𝐀𝐁𝐈𝐑𝐃 𝐈𝐒𝐋𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍, 𝐁𝐂 — 𝐉𝐮𝐧𝐞 𝟐𝟑, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔
Community members, media partners, and friends are invited to join Sq’éwqel, Hope and Health, and adidas for a special opening ceremony celebrating the newest 𝗕𝗲 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗶 𝗣𝗶𝘁𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟮𝟯 𝗮𝘁 𝟭:𝟬𝟬 𝗣𝗠.
The event marks a significant milestone as the 10ᵗʰ mini pitch developed through the Be The Change initiative, this one made possible through the generous support of adidas, with representative in attendance for the celebration.
Held during National Indigenous History Month and in recognition of National Indigenous Peoples Day, the opening ceremony will honour the power of sport, community, culture, and youth leadership.
The mini pitch represents more than a place to play soccer—it is a gathering space where young people can connect, grow, build confidence, and strengthen community through sport.
The celebration will bring together community leaders, families, partners, and, most importantly, youth, for an afternoon filled with inspiration, connection, and soccer.
Guests will experience the unique partnership between Hope and Health and Seabird Island Nation, showcasing how sport can be a powerful vehicle for reconciliation, wellness, leadership, and opportunity.
“This opening celebrates the dreams and potential of Indigenous youth while demonstrating what is possible when communities, partners, and young people come together with a shared vision,” said Dean Gill, Hope and Health CEO. “Reaching our 10ᵗʰ mini pitch is an incredible milestone, and we are honoured to celebrate it with Seabird Island Nation.”
Media representatives are encouraged to attend and capture this meaningful community celebration, featuring youth participation, cultural elements, community speakers, and opportunities to connect with partners and participants.
𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬
𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁: Be The Change Mini Pitch Opening Ceremony
𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲: Seabird Island Nation 2821 Chowat Rd, Agassiz, BC
𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻: Tuesday, June 23, 2026 | 1:00 PM
𝗪𝗵𝗼: Seabird Island Nation, Hope and Health, adidas, community leaders, families, youth, and invited guest
Together, we invite everyone to experience sport and Indigenous culture at their greatest expression—a celebration of belonging, possibility, and the next generation of leaders.
Media Contact:
Hope and Health
Email: [email protected]
Website: hopeandhealth.org
