VIBA is a chapter of ABANA
			CANIRON XI WAS HELD IN JULY, 2017 AT KWANTLEN POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY IN CLOVERDALE, BC. VANCOUVER ISLAND BLACKSMITHS ASSOCIATION CO-HOSTED THE EVENT WITH BLACKSMITHS FROM THE GREATER VANCOUVER AREA AND WITH ASSISTANCE FROM THE KOOTENAY BLACKSMITHS ASSOCIATION. The Vancouver Island Blacksmith's Association (VIBA) is a non-profit society formed for the sole purpose of keeping blacksmithing alive in British Columbia. Members demonstrate at various local events including major annual events at the Fairgrounds, and at other local country fairs, Heritage Festivals, and schools. VIBA also hosts workshops featuring professional smiths. Meetings are held once a month (except August and December) at 11:00 am, at the Luxton Fairgrounds in Langford (near Victoria). The monthly meetings (usually the last Sunday of the month), take care of VIBA business and share the latest in technique and equipment innovations. Usually there is a demonstration by a member and time for everyone to learn and to practice. Club members include men, women, and young people and are from a wide range of ages and encompasses all levels of experience, from novice to retired professionals. Visitors are always welcome. We hope to see you there. REMEMBRANCES (CLICK HERE for REMEMBRANCES.)
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