ʔəxʔixəltəl̓ (paddling together) and lifting up səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation) since 2011.
Empowering Tsleil-Waututh Members through community-led projects that heal, connect, and inspire.
About Us
The Tsleil-Waututh Nation (TWN) Community Society is a registered charity dedicated to supporting Tsleil-Waututh Members through small grants for education, culture, wellness, the environment, and sports. Since 2011, we’ve helped bring projects to life that strengthen our community and preserve our heritage.
Why Your Support Matters
Your donation helps:
- Preserve and revitalize Tsleil-Waututh stories, songs, dances, language, and heritage
- Fund mentorships between experienced and emerging Tsleil-Waututh artists
- Support land-based wellness activities that address intergenerational trauma
- Remove barriers for youth toparticipatein sports and recreation
- Provide access to education and training that opens doors to meaningful employment
Your contribution supports Tsleil-Waututh Members who are creating change in their own lives and communities.
- Donate Now
- Prefer to e-transfer? Donations can be sent directly to the TWN Community Society at twncsfinance@twnation.ca
For larger donations, we kindly encourage using e-transfer to help us reduce processing fees and ensure your full gift goes directly to supporting community projects.
We welcome one-time gifts, monthly donations, and legacy contributions.
For other partnerships opportunities and to learn more about the work of the TWN Community Society, please reach out to us at:
Email: twncommunitysociety@twnation.ca
Cell: 236 339 7403
Address: 3178 Alder Court, North Vancouver, BC, V7H 2V6
Charitable registration number: 849418488RR0001
For Tsleil-Waututh Nation Members - Apply for a Grant
The TWN Community Society offers small grants of up to $5,000 for projects in education, culture, wellness, environment, and sports. Applications are reviewed monthly.
To request a digital fillable form, email: twncommunitysociety@twnation.ca
Stories from our community
“With this opportunity we are able to continue teaching what our people have done since time immemorial. Our goal is to give students the tools and teachings to continue weaving after their first project is finished and to build capacity in the next generations and generations to come."
“I’m thankful for the TWN Community Society because it's putting money towards what I want to work on in the future and where I'm trying to get with life. I'm trying to get more experience for my passion for sport (soccer). I’m thankful for my community for always supporting what I do. Thank for the new friendships and new experiences."
“I like going off the slide and jumping off the side of the pool into the deep end and collecting toys at the bottom of the pool”. Lauren, River’s mom: “Learning to swim is a nonnegotiable for our kids. With living so close to the water and spending many weekends boating up Indian Arm, it is essential that our boys are comfortable and competent around the ocean. Having access to funds to cover swimming lessons has provided a huge relief to us as parents. We are so grateful for these funds as they are keeping our kids safe!“
Our Supporters
We are deeply grateful to the individuals and organizations who have joined us in the spirit of reconciliation and community-building:
- Tsleil-Waututh Nation
- City of Vancouver
- Parkland
- Arc’teryx
- FortisBC
- David Suzuki Foundation
- Open Way Community Church
- Musicians for Reconciliation
Special thanks to Redshift Music, Muzewest, and Artemis Music Collective for staging performances and making contributions.
Contact Us
📧 Email: twncommunitysociety@twnation.ca
📱 Cell: 236-339-7403
📍 Address: 3178 Alder Court, North Vancouver, BC, V7H 2V6
📄 Charitable Registration Number: 849418488RR0001
