Please note, unfortunately, BCKA has ceased to exist. This site exists strictly for historical purposes.
Victoria International Kite festival
For those wishing to attend the first annual Victoria International Kite festival May 30 to June1, the James Bay Inn has graciously offered to be the host hotel. For rates, please check their website, click on reservations, and when prompted for the promo code...
2014 Kite Making Retreat in Parksville
Just announced! Plans for this year’s sewing retreat in Parksville May 9, 10, and 11th have just been finalized. Please see the attached document for information and registration. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn new skills, meet up with like-minded kite-flyers,...
2014 Event Calendar
Our club events for 2014 are now updated in the calendar. If you'd like a PDF copy of the Fun Flys, you can download that here. Also, don't forget, this weekend is the Annual BCKA Christmas dinner, and taking place at Garry Point Park in Richmond, the Snow...
Remembrance Day Fly
Just a reminder that the BCKA club fly is Monday, November 11th at Garry Point in Richmond.
BCKA Christmas Party Date
Members and Kite flying Friends…Please save this date! The BCKA annual Christmas party will be held Sunday December 8th. Please join the BCKA at the ABC Country Restaurant (3580 #3 Road, in Richmond). The Club’s Christmas party will coincide with the annual “Snow...
Ray Bethell wins the Steve Eideken Award
The BCKA now has it's very own Facebook page ( https://www.facebook.com/pages/British-Columbia-Kitefliers-Association/189932907859764 ) and as the first order of business, a huge shout out to Ray Bethell, who was awarded one of kitings highest honours last night at...
One Sky One World
Take a break from the turkey, and trot on over to Vanier Park for the One Sky, One World Fly for Peace, Sunday October 13th.
BCKA Annual AGM
Please be advised that the Annual General Meeting of the British Columbia Kiteflyers Association will take place on Sunday October 27th from 11:00 to 2:00 at the Steveston Community Centre. See details below. Annual General Meeting of the British Columbia Kiteflyers...
Newsletter Submissions
Dear Members… It is that time of year again! The Editor of the Windsox requests submissions of articles, photos, and interesting kite related bits of information for the next edition of the Windsox. If you’ve been to a festival abroad, please tell us about it! A short...
Fun Fly this Sunday
Our monthly club fun fly is this coming Sunday, August 11th at Centennial Beach in South Delta!
RIP Rosemary Meyer
Rosemary Meyer was a past president of the BCKA many years ago, her son, Lucas contacted us the other day to inform us of her passing. Rosemary Margaret Meyer, age 81, passed away peacefully June 13 at Fairhaven United Church Home, Vancouver, BC. Predeceased by her...
Canada Day Fun Fly
Members… Just a reminder about the Fun Fly on Monday July 1 at Garry Point Park in Steveston. Hoping for dry and sunny skies to celebrate Canada’s 146th birthday! Hope to see many of you there.
Pacrim 2013 wrap up
While the weather wasn't entirely ideal on Saturday (but, hey, it didn't rain!) Sunday was simply gorgeous down at Vanier Park and the BCKA would like to thank everyone that came out. Often club members don't end up getting many pictures because we're usually busy...
38th Annual Pacific Rim Kite Festival
38th Annual Pacific Rim Kite Festival will be happening in a couple of weeks! Sponsored by the British Columbia Kiteflyers Association (bcka.bc.ca), there's Kids Kite Making Workshops, Candy & Teddy Bear Drops, Face Painting, Kite Displays & Demonstrations, Music &...
Fun Fly This Weekend
Just a reminder, April's fun fly is this Sunday, at Vanier Park in Vancouver! It's also National Kite Month!