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SUMMARY:Annual General Assembly & Syilx Youth Leadership Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Annual General Assembly & Syilx Youth Leadership Gathering\nDATE: July 23-24\, 2025 \nTIME: 9 am – 4 pm \nLOCATION: Nicola Valley Institute of Technology (NVIT) \nCONTACT: Raven Mikuletic at rmikuletic@syilx.org or 250-707-0095 ext. 121 \n  \nThe Annual General Assembly takes place each year\, along with the Syilx Youth Leadership Gathering.  The event brings together the Syilx Okanagan Nation to celebrate our accomplishments and provide an opportunity for Nation members to come together.  The AGA is hosted by each of the Syilx Okanagan communities on a rotating basis. The 2025 AGA and YLG will be hosted by the Upper Nicola Band. \n  \nAccommodations  \nSpecial rates have been secured at the following hotels: \n\nBest Western Plus Merritt Hotel | 3969 Crawford Ave. Merritt BC V1K 0A4 | 250.378.0700\n\n*Book through the link above. Special rate available until July 10\, 2025. \n\nComfort Inn & Suites Merritt | 3713 Dewolf Way\, Merritt\, BC\, V1K 1A3 | 250.315.0237\n\n*Call the hotel and mention the event name “AGA Okanagan Nation Alliance”. Special rate available until July 1\, 2025. \n  \nRegistration coming very soon\, please stay tuned to our Facebook page and website to join us!
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/annual-general-assembly-syilx-youth-leadership-gathering/2025-07-24/
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SUMMARY:ONA Annual General Meeting and Syilx Youth Leadership Conference
DESCRIPTION:ONA Annual General Meeting and Syilx Youth Leadership Conference \n\n \n\n\nJuly 23rd and 24th at Upper Nicola Band \n\n\n \n\n\nThe Annual General Assembly takes place each year\, along with the Syilx Youth Leadership Gathering.  The event brings together the Syilx Okanagan Nation to celebrate our accomplishments and provide an opportunity for Nation members to come together.  The AGA is hosted by each of the Syilx Okanagan communities on a rotating basis.\n\n\n \n\n\nRegistration links for the events will be available soon on the ONA’s site: https://syilx.org/events/annual-general-assembly/\n\n\n \n\n\nFor More Info on AGA:\n\n\nRaven Mikuletic\n\n\nrmikuletic@syilx.org\n\n\n250-707-0095 ext. 121\n\n\n \n\n\nFor More Info on SYLG:\n\n\nHailey Wright\n\n\nhaileyW@syilx.org\n\n\n250-707-0095 ext. 233
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/ona-annual-general-meeting-and-syilx-youth-leadership-conference/2025-07-24/
CATEGORIES:external events
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SUMMARY:Annual General Assembly & Syilx Youth Leadership Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Annual General Assembly & Syilx Youth Leadership Gathering\nDATE: July 23-24\, 2025 \nTIME: 9 am – 4 pm \nLOCATION: Nicola Valley Institute of Technology (NVIT) \nCONTACT: Raven Mikuletic at rmikuletic@syilx.org or 250-707-0095 ext. 121 \n  \nThe Annual General Assembly takes place each year\, along with the Syilx Youth Leadership Gathering.  The event brings together the Syilx Okanagan Nation to celebrate our accomplishments and provide an opportunity for Nation members to come together.  The AGA is hosted by each of the Syilx Okanagan communities on a rotating basis. The 2025 AGA and YLG will be hosted by the Upper Nicola Band. \n  \nAccommodations  \nSpecial rates have been secured at the following hotels: \n\nBest Western Plus Merritt Hotel | 3969 Crawford Ave. Merritt BC V1K 0A4 | 250.378.0700\n\n*Book through the link above. Special rate available until July 10\, 2025. \n\nComfort Inn & Suites Merritt | 3713 Dewolf Way\, Merritt\, BC\, V1K 1A3 | 250.315.0237\n\n*Call the hotel and mention the event name “AGA Okanagan Nation Alliance”. Special rate available until July 1\, 2025. \n  \nRegistration coming very soon\, please stay tuned to our Facebook page and website to join us!
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/annual-general-assembly-syilx-youth-leadership-gathering/2025-07-23/
CATEGORIES:external events
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SUMMARY:ONA Annual General Meeting and Syilx Youth Leadership Conference
DESCRIPTION:ONA Annual General Meeting and Syilx Youth Leadership Conference \n\n \n\n\nJuly 23rd and 24th at Upper Nicola Band \n\n\n \n\n\nThe Annual General Assembly takes place each year\, along with the Syilx Youth Leadership Gathering.  The event brings together the Syilx Okanagan Nation to celebrate our accomplishments and provide an opportunity for Nation members to come together.  The AGA is hosted by each of the Syilx Okanagan communities on a rotating basis.\n\n\n \n\n\nRegistration links for the events will be available soon on the ONA’s site: https://syilx.org/events/annual-general-assembly/\n\n\n \n\n\nFor More Info on AGA:\n\n\nRaven Mikuletic\n\n\nrmikuletic@syilx.org\n\n\n250-707-0095 ext. 121\n\n\n \n\n\nFor More Info on SYLG:\n\n\nHailey Wright\n\n\nhaileyW@syilx.org\n\n\n250-707-0095 ext. 233
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/ona-annual-general-meeting-and-syilx-youth-leadership-conference/2025-07-23/
CATEGORIES:external events
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SUMMARY:Komasket Pow wow Loonie Auction
DESCRIPTION:Komasket Pow wow Loonie Auction \nJuly 22nd @ Head of the Lake Hall \nDinner served at 5:00pm\, auction at 6:00pm. Donations accepted for the raffle.
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/komasket-pow-wow-loonie-auction/
LOCATION:Head of the Lake Hall\, 118 Head of the Lake Road
CATEGORIES:external events
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SUMMARY:Calling our ntytyix Home
DESCRIPTION:Calling our ntytyix Home\n\nDATE: June 20-26\, 2025\n\n\nTIME: 11:00 am\n\n\nLOCATION: Varies\n\n\nCONTACT: Mikkeila Ridsdale at mridsdale@syilx.org or 250-707-0095 ext. 127\n\n\n\nWe honour our ancestors with this annual ceremony in which we gather in five separate locations along the Columbia River to help pray for the return of the salmon\, two on the United States side and three on the Canadian side. This five-day event starts at Kettle Falls\, Washington which is organized by the Inchelium Language House Association and then takes place in Castlegar\, Revelstoke\, and at McIntyre Dam in BC and Enloe Dam in Washington on successive dates. These locations were chosen for their traditional location our people used to gather at to fish. Both these days start by gathering along the banks of the river to pray for the return of the fish. Everyone is welcome to attend\, so please bring your drum and help us pray for the return of the salmon. Registration is not needed.\n\n\n\nFor more information and Google Map links to each location\, please visit: https://syilx.org/events/salmon-calling-ceremony/
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/calling-our-ntytyix-home/2025-06-26/
CATEGORIES:external events
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SUMMARY:Calling our ntytyix Home
DESCRIPTION:Calling our ntytyix Home\n\nDATE: June 20-26\, 2025\n\n\nTIME: 11:00 am\n\n\nLOCATION: Varies\n\n\nCONTACT: Mikkeila Ridsdale at mridsdale@syilx.org or 250-707-0095 ext. 127\n\n\n\nWe honour our ancestors with this annual ceremony in which we gather in five separate locations along the Columbia River to help pray for the return of the salmon\, two on the United States side and three on the Canadian side. This five-day event starts at Kettle Falls\, Washington which is organized by the Inchelium Language House Association and then takes place in Castlegar\, Revelstoke\, and at McIntyre Dam in BC and Enloe Dam in Washington on successive dates. These locations were chosen for their traditional location our people used to gather at to fish. Both these days start by gathering along the banks of the river to pray for the return of the fish. Everyone is welcome to attend\, so please bring your drum and help us pray for the return of the salmon. Registration is not needed.\n\n\n\nFor more information and Google Map links to each location\, please visit: https://syilx.org/events/salmon-calling-ceremony/
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/calling-our-ntytyix-home/2025-06-25/
CATEGORIES:external events
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SUMMARY:Calling our ntytyix Home
DESCRIPTION:Calling our ntytyix Home\n\nDATE: June 20-26\, 2025\n\n\nTIME: 11:00 am\n\n\nLOCATION: Varies\n\n\nCONTACT: Mikkeila Ridsdale at mridsdale@syilx.org or 250-707-0095 ext. 127\n\n\n\nWe honour our ancestors with this annual ceremony in which we gather in five separate locations along the Columbia River to help pray for the return of the salmon\, two on the United States side and three on the Canadian side. This five-day event starts at Kettle Falls\, Washington which is organized by the Inchelium Language House Association and then takes place in Castlegar\, Revelstoke\, and at McIntyre Dam in BC and Enloe Dam in Washington on successive dates. These locations were chosen for their traditional location our people used to gather at to fish. Both these days start by gathering along the banks of the river to pray for the return of the fish. Everyone is welcome to attend\, so please bring your drum and help us pray for the return of the salmon. Registration is not needed.\n\n\n\nFor more information and Google Map links to each location\, please visit: https://syilx.org/events/salmon-calling-ceremony/
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/calling-our-ntytyix-home/2025-06-24/
CATEGORIES:external events
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SUMMARY:Calling our ntytyix Home
DESCRIPTION:Calling our ntytyix Home\n\nDATE: June 20-26\, 2025\n\n\nTIME: 11:00 am\n\n\nLOCATION: Varies\n\n\nCONTACT: Mikkeila Ridsdale at mridsdale@syilx.org or 250-707-0095 ext. 127\n\n\n\nWe honour our ancestors with this annual ceremony in which we gather in five separate locations along the Columbia River to help pray for the return of the salmon\, two on the United States side and three on the Canadian side. This five-day event starts at Kettle Falls\, Washington which is organized by the Inchelium Language House Association and then takes place in Castlegar\, Revelstoke\, and at McIntyre Dam in BC and Enloe Dam in Washington on successive dates. These locations were chosen for their traditional location our people used to gather at to fish. Both these days start by gathering along the banks of the river to pray for the return of the fish. Everyone is welcome to attend\, so please bring your drum and help us pray for the return of the salmon. Registration is not needed.\n\n\n\nFor more information and Google Map links to each location\, please visit: https://syilx.org/events/salmon-calling-ceremony/
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/calling-our-ntytyix-home/2025-06-23/2/
CATEGORIES:external events
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SUMMARY:Calling our ntytyix Home
DESCRIPTION:Calling our ntytyix Home\n\nDATE: June 20-26\, 2025\n\n\nTIME: 11:00 am\n\n\nLOCATION: Varies\n\n\nCONTACT: Mikkeila Ridsdale at mridsdale@syilx.org or 250-707-0095 ext. 127\n\n\n\nWe honour our ancestors with this annual ceremony in which we gather in five separate locations along the Columbia River to help pray for the return of the salmon\, two on the United States side and three on the Canadian side. This five-day event starts at Kettle Falls\, Washington which is organized by the Inchelium Language House Association and then takes place in Castlegar\, Revelstoke\, and at McIntyre Dam in BC and Enloe Dam in Washington on successive dates. These locations were chosen for their traditional location our people used to gather at to fish. Both these days start by gathering along the banks of the river to pray for the return of the fish. Everyone is welcome to attend\, so please bring your drum and help us pray for the return of the salmon. Registration is not needed.\n\n\n\nFor more information and Google Map links to each location\, please visit: https://syilx.org/events/salmon-calling-ceremony/
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/calling-our-ntytyix-home/2025-06-23/1/
CATEGORIES:external events
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SUMMARY:Calling our ntytyix Home
DESCRIPTION:Calling our ntytyix Home\n\nDATE: June 20-26\, 2025\n\n\nTIME: 11:00 am\n\n\nLOCATION: Varies\n\n\nCONTACT: Mikkeila Ridsdale at mridsdale@syilx.org or 250-707-0095 ext. 127\n\n\n\nWe honour our ancestors with this annual ceremony in which we gather in five separate locations along the Columbia River to help pray for the return of the salmon\, two on the United States side and three on the Canadian side. This five-day event starts at Kettle Falls\, Washington which is organized by the Inchelium Language House Association and then takes place in Castlegar\, Revelstoke\, and at McIntyre Dam in BC and Enloe Dam in Washington on successive dates. These locations were chosen for their traditional location our people used to gather at to fish. Both these days start by gathering along the banks of the river to pray for the return of the fish. Everyone is welcome to attend\, so please bring your drum and help us pray for the return of the salmon. Registration is not needed.\n\n\n\nFor more information and Google Map links to each location\, please visit: https://syilx.org/events/salmon-calling-ceremony/
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/calling-our-ntytyix-home/2025-06-20/
CATEGORIES:external events
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SUMMARY:Chinook Salmon fry release ceremonies
DESCRIPTION:Chinook Salmon fry release ceremonies \n\n \n\n\nThe Syilx Nation invites you to join us to give prayers for the release of Chinook Salmon fry throughout the Syilx Okanagan Territory!\n\n\n \n\n\nSpallumcheen River\n\n\nMay 15\, 2025 – 11:00 am\n\n\nCherryville Recreation Site\n\n\n \n\n\nsx̌ʷəx̌ʷnitkʷ\, Okanagan Falls\n\n\nMay 20\, 2025 – 10:00 am\n\n\nsx̌ʷəx̌ʷnitkʷ (OK Falls) Provincial Park\n\n\n \n\n\nSalmon River\n\n\nJune 17\, 2025 – 10:00 am\n\n\nTim’s By The River Campsite\n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\nFor more information contact:\n\n\nEvent Planner\n\n\nevents@syilx.org or 250 707 0095 www.okanagannation.com
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/chinook-salmon-fry-release-ceremonies/2025-06-17/
CATEGORIES:external events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250521T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250521T160000
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SUMMARY:nsyilxcen language career fair
DESCRIPTION:nsyilxcen language career fair \nMay 21st 10:00am to 4:00pm\nEn’owkin Center – 154 En’owkin Trail\nPenticton\, BC \nFor more information please contact Michael Conlin: 250-718-0874 or nsylcommunications@enowkincentre.ca
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/nsyilxcen-language-career-fair/
LOCATION:Enowkin Center\, 154 En’owkin Trail Penticton\, BC
CATEGORIES:external events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250520T110000
DTSTAMP:20260603T215734
CREATED:20250508T203747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T203747Z
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SUMMARY:Chinook Salmon fry release ceremonies
DESCRIPTION:Chinook Salmon fry release ceremonies \n\n \n\n\nThe Syilx Nation invites you to join us to give prayers for the release of Chinook Salmon fry throughout the Syilx Okanagan Territory!\n\n\n \n\n\nSpallumcheen River\n\n\nMay 15\, 2025 – 11:00 am\n\n\nCherryville Recreation Site\n\n\n \n\n\nsx̌ʷəx̌ʷnitkʷ\, Okanagan Falls\n\n\nMay 20\, 2025 – 10:00 am\n\n\nsx̌ʷəx̌ʷnitkʷ (OK Falls) Provincial Park\n\n\n \n\n\nSalmon River\n\n\nJune 17\, 2025 – 10:00 am\n\n\nTim’s By The River Campsite\n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\nFor more information contact:\n\n\nEvent Planner\n\n\nevents@syilx.org or 250 707 0095 www.okanagannation.com
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/chinook-salmon-fry-release-ceremonies/2025-05-20/
CATEGORIES:external events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250515T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250515T120000
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SUMMARY:Chinook Salmon fry release ceremonies
DESCRIPTION:Chinook Salmon fry release ceremonies \n\n \n\n\nThe Syilx Nation invites you to join us to give prayers for the release of Chinook Salmon fry throughout the Syilx Okanagan Territory!\n\n\n \n\n\nSpallumcheen River\n\n\nMay 15\, 2025 – 11:00 am\n\n\nCherryville Recreation Site\n\n\n \n\n\nsx̌ʷəx̌ʷnitkʷ\, Okanagan Falls\n\n\nMay 20\, 2025 – 10:00 am\n\n\nsx̌ʷəx̌ʷnitkʷ (OK Falls) Provincial Park\n\n\n \n\n\nSalmon River\n\n\nJune 17\, 2025 – 10:00 am\n\n\nTim’s By The River Campsite\n\n\n \n\n\n \n\n\nFor more information contact:\n\n\nEvent Planner\n\n\nevents@syilx.org or 250 707 0095 www.okanagannation.com
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/chinook-salmon-fry-release-ceremonies/2025-05-15/
CATEGORIES:external events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250408T120000
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UID:10002427-1744110000-1744113600@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:OKIB Flag Raising Ceremony 
DESCRIPTION:OKIB Flag Raising Ceremony \nApril 8th 11:00am – 12:00pm \nOkanagan Landing Elementary  (7322 Grant Rd\, Vernon BC V1H1G6\, Canada)
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/okib-flag-raising-ceremony/
CATEGORIES:external events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250402T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250402T183000
DTSTAMP:20260603T215734
CREATED:20250311T213204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T213204Z
UID:10002461-1743611400-1743618600@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Business-to-Business Forum with Fortis BC
DESCRIPTION:Business-to-Business Forum with Fortis BC\n\nDATE: April 2\, 2025\n\n\nTIME: 5:00 pm\n\n\nLOCATION: WFN Multi Purpose Room\, Westbank\n\n\nCONTACT: Raf De Guevara\, Community and Business Liaison at rdeguevara@syilx.org or 250.681.2357\n\n\nThe Okanagan Nation Alliance\, in collaboration with FortisBC\, is organizing a business engagement event specifically for Syilx-led entrepreneurs and business owners. This event aims to provide insights into FortisBC’s procurement and contracting processes while fostering direct networking opportunities between local Syilx contractors and FortisBC staff.\n\n\nWho should attend?\n\n\nSyilx Nation Member-owned businesses\, Syilx entrepreneurs\, and/or Syilx members interested in career opportunities.\n\n\nPlease RVSP no later than March 26th via Registration Form or Email (Sami): indigenous.initiatives@fortisbc.com or (Raf): rdeguevara@syilx.org\n\n\nREGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/ffuHopUC59HTmumg6
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/business-to-business-forum-with-fortis-bc/
CATEGORIES:external events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250325T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250325T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T215734
CREATED:20250313T153758Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250313T153758Z
UID:10002463-1742925600-1742929200@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Columbia River Treaty Negotiations Pause Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Columbia River Treaty Negotiations Pause Information Session  \nOn Tuesday\, March 25\, 2025\, Adrian Dix\, Minister of Energy and Climate Solutions\, and Minister responsible for the Columbia River Treaty\, will host a virtual information session to provide an update about the status of the Columbia River Treaty modernization process and answer questions in light of new developments from the U.S. \nThe U.S. has paused negotiations with Canada on an amended Columbia River Treaty. The U.S. administration said it is conducting a broad review of its international engagement. \nDix will be joined by Brittny Anderson\, MLA for Kootenay Central\, and Steve Morissette\, MLA for Kootenay Monashee. B.C.’s lead on the Canadian Columbia River Treaty negotiation delegation will also be on hand to answer questions. \nThe session will take place from 6-7 p.m. (Pacific time) on Zoom and a recording will be available afterward. Questions can be sent in advance by Tuesday\, March 18\, 2025\, to columbiarivertreaty@gov.bc.ca. \nTo register for the March 25 Zoom session\, visit: https://ca01web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7sv70tIIRJWK1LCD51Mrig \nMaterials\, recordings\, survey and guidelines for written feedback about the AIP can be found on the B.C. Columbia River Treaty website: https://engage.gov.bc.ca/columbiarivertreaty/agreement-in-principle/ \nTo keep up with the latest Columbia River Treaty news\, subscribe to the newsletter at https://engage.gov.bc.ca/columbiarivertreaty/sign-up/ or follow the Columbia River Treaty on Facebook (@ColumbiaRiverTreaty).
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/columbia-river-treaty-negotiations-pause-information-session/
CATEGORIES:external events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250321T133000
DTSTAMP:20260603T215734
CREATED:20250311T212921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T212921Z
UID:10002460-1742551200-1742563800@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Syilx Water Forum
DESCRIPTION:Syilx Water Forum\n\nDATE: Friday March 21\, 2025\n\n\nTIME: 10:00 am\n\n\nLOCATION: nx̌ʷaqʷaʔstn\, Mission Creek (details will be emailed once registered\, seats are limited).\n\n\nCONTACT: Hailey Wright\, Communications Coordinator\, haileyw@syilx.org\n\n\n\nwww.okanagannation.com\n\n\n\nSyilx Okanagan Nation Water Ceremony\n\n\nEvery year in recognition of World Water Day the ONA hosts a forum that focuses on various water tributaries\, watersheds or bodies of water to raise awareness around the state of Water within the territory. This year the forum is focused on nx̌ʷaqʷaʔstn\, Mission Creek. The forum will include a blend of syilx teachings\, habitat restoration\, and water informed collaborative conversations.\n\n\n\nREGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/8txrtXni9Y5xAEUS9
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/syilx-water-forum/
CATEGORIES:external events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250320T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250320T153000
DTSTAMP:20260603T215734
CREATED:20250311T211108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250311T211108Z
UID:10002459-1742464800-1742484600@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:captikʷɬ: k̓ʷəck̓ʷəcstim iʔ stəɬtaɬtet
DESCRIPTION:captikʷɬ: k̓ʷəck̓ʷəcstim iʔ stəɬtaɬtet \nDATE: March 20\, 2025 (postponed from Feb 21 due to Nation funeral)\nTIME: 10:00 am – 3:30 pm\nLOCATION: Virtual via Zoom\nCONTACT: Raven Mikuletic\, Senior Communications Coordinator rmikuletic@syilx.org or 250-707-0095 ext. 121 \nOkanagan Nation Alliance will be hosting several captikʷl Forums this year\, in partnership with the En’owkin Centre. The captikʷl forums are held for feedback and community engagement in examining Syilx captikʷl on the Syilx Nation Building\, how lessons from the captikʷl connect with our modern way of living\, and how to integrate Syilx values and principles within captikʷl in Policy & Planning. \nOpen to Syilx Nation Members only\, including those with Syilx lineage or Syilx spouses and children. \n  \nREGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/5Zwj4jgtVK1zd4of8
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/captik%ca%b7%c9%ac-k%cc%93%ca%b7%c9%99ck%cc%93%ca%b7%c9%99cstim-i%ca%94-st%c9%99%c9%acta%c9%actet/
CATEGORIES:external events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250214T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250214T180000
DTSTAMP:20260603T215734
CREATED:20250129T213219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250129T213219Z
UID:10002027-1739550600-1739556000@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:U-13 Lakers Vernon Female Hockey Team Bingo Fundraiser & Dinner
DESCRIPTION:U-13 Lakers Vernon Female Hockey Team Bingo Fundraiser & Dinner \nFebruary 14th\, Doors open at 4:30pm \nWay’ Members\, the U-13 Lakers Vernon Female Hockey Team will be hosting a fundraising event at the Head of the Lake Hall\, February 14th. The U-13 team features multiple Band Members who would benefit from fundraising support. \nEvent by donation! \nBingo\, Toonie auction and Stew and Bannock dinner!
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/u-13-lakers-vernon-female-hockey-team-bingo-fundraiser-dinner/
LOCATION:Head of the Lake Hall\, 118 Head of the Lake Road
CATEGORIES:external events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250131T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250131T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T215734
CREATED:20241213T184100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T184100Z
UID:10002001-1738314000-1738339200@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Syilx Okanagan Nation Gathering 2025
DESCRIPTION:Syilx Okanagan Nation Gathering 2025\nDATE: January 30-31\, 2025 \nTIME: 9 am – 4 pm \nLOCATION: Penticton Trade and Convention Centre \nCONTACT: Raven Mikuletic\, Communications Coordinator at events.support@syilx.org or 250-707-0095 ext 121 \n  \nax̌aʔ l kʷu syilx itmxʷu̓laxʷtət\, istəɬtaɬtət\, lut pnkin tə x̌ʷickmntm km tə tumi̓stmntm. məɬ kl ts x̌ʷuys\, l̓a kin ts sx̌əlx̌a̓lt\nThis is our syilx life place\, our laws/responsible life-ways have never been given away or sold. these ways are forever\, til the end of days.  \nThe Chiefs Executive Council (CEC) have been approached by the elders to meet about title and rights matters\, including those concerning the Syilx Territory. This two-day event will offer an opportunity for CEC Legal and Policy updates aimed at supporting the Syilx Nation in our efforts to advance our Syilx Inherent Rights. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. \nWe encourage all Syilx Nation Leadership and members to attend. \n  \nREGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/983VEHiGYH8RKqgK8
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/syilx-okanagan-nation-gathering-2025/2025-01-31/
CATEGORIES:external events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250130T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T215734
CREATED:20241213T184100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241213T184100Z
UID:10002000-1738227600-1738252800@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Syilx Okanagan Nation Gathering 2025
DESCRIPTION:Syilx Okanagan Nation Gathering 2025\nDATE: January 30-31\, 2025 \nTIME: 9 am – 4 pm \nLOCATION: Penticton Trade and Convention Centre \nCONTACT: Raven Mikuletic\, Communications Coordinator at events.support@syilx.org or 250-707-0095 ext 121 \n  \nax̌aʔ l kʷu syilx itmxʷu̓laxʷtət\, istəɬtaɬtət\, lut pnkin tə x̌ʷickmntm km tə tumi̓stmntm. məɬ kl ts x̌ʷuys\, l̓a kin ts sx̌əlx̌a̓lt\nThis is our syilx life place\, our laws/responsible life-ways have never been given away or sold. these ways are forever\, til the end of days.  \nThe Chiefs Executive Council (CEC) have been approached by the elders to meet about title and rights matters\, including those concerning the Syilx Territory. This two-day event will offer an opportunity for CEC Legal and Policy updates aimed at supporting the Syilx Nation in our efforts to advance our Syilx Inherent Rights. Breakfast and lunch will be provided. \nWe encourage all Syilx Nation Leadership and members to attend. \n  \nREGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/983VEHiGYH8RKqgK8
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/syilx-okanagan-nation-gathering-2025/2025-01-30/
CATEGORIES:external events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250123T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250123T153000
DTSTAMP:20260603T215734
CREATED:20250107T182901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T182901Z
UID:10002010-1737626400-1737646200@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:captikʷɬ: k̓ʷəck̓ʷəcstim iʔ stəɬtaɬtet - Captikwl Forum
DESCRIPTION:captikʷɬ: k̓ʷəck̓ʷəcstim iʔ stəɬtaɬtet\nDATE: January 23\, 2025 \nTIME: 10:00 am – 3:30 pm \nLOCATION: Virtual via Zoom \nCONTACT: Raven Mikuletic\, Senior Communications Coordinator at rmikuletic@syilx.org or 250-707-0095 ext. 121 \n  \nOkanagan Nation Alliance will be hosting several captikʷl Forums this year\, in partnership with the En’owkin Centre. The captikʷl forums are held for feedback and community engagement in examining Syilx captikʷl on the Syilx Nation Building\, how lessons from the captikʷl connect with our modern way of living\, and how to integrate Syilx values and principles within captikʷl in Policy & Planning. \n  \nOpen to Syilx Nation Members only\, including those with Syilx lineage or Syilx spouses and children.  \n  \nREGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/3CBqYsCXCbiWAxRSA
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/captik%ca%b7%c9%ac-k%cc%93%ca%b7%c9%99ck%cc%93%ca%b7%c9%99cstim-i%ca%94-st%c9%99%c9%acta%c9%actet-captikwl-forum/
CATEGORIES:external events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241206T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241206T110000
DTSTAMP:20260603T215734
CREATED:20241205T183000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241205T183000Z
UID:10001994-1733479200-1733482800@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Syilx naming ceremony - Okanagan College Kelowna student housing
DESCRIPTION:Syilx naming ceremony – Okanagan College Kelowna student housing \nFriday December 6th @10 AM \nOkanagan College\, new student housing building\, amenity room\n880 KLO Road\, Kelowna\, B.C.\nParking available in lot 17 \n  \nJoin the Westbank First Nation and Okanagan College in a special naming ceremony for the new student housing building at the Kelowna campus of Okanagan College. Westbank First Nation elders Pamela and Grouse Barnes will unveil a name they have provided for the building.
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/syilx-naming-ceremony-okanagan-college-kelowna-student-housing/
CATEGORIES:external events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241114T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241114T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T215734
CREATED:20241018T202246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T202246Z
UID:10001230-1731574800-1731600000@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Four Food Chiefs Gathering 2024
DESCRIPTION:Four Food Chiefs Gathering 2024 \nDATE: November 13-14\, 2024\nTIME: 9 am – 4 pm\nLOCATION: Kelowna BC\nCONTACT: Hailey Wright\, Communications Coordinator 250-707-0095 ext 233 or HaileyW@syilx.org \nJoin us for a two-day gathering featuring workshops\, presentations\, keynotes\, and activities focused on connecting with the land and water\, promoting well-being and self-care\, along with cultural activities! \nOpen to all Syilx Nation members. \nRegistration link: https://forms.gle/Wf7U2z4E3S7yNeo87 \nStay tuned for more info coming soon!
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/four-food-chiefs-gathering-2024/2024-11-14/
CATEGORIES:external events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241113T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241113T160000
DTSTAMP:20260603T215734
CREATED:20241018T202246Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T202246Z
UID:10001229-1731488400-1731513600@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Four Food Chiefs Gathering 2024
DESCRIPTION:Four Food Chiefs Gathering 2024 \nDATE: November 13-14\, 2024\nTIME: 9 am – 4 pm\nLOCATION: Kelowna BC\nCONTACT: Hailey Wright\, Communications Coordinator 250-707-0095 ext 233 or HaileyW@syilx.org \nJoin us for a two-day gathering featuring workshops\, presentations\, keynotes\, and activities focused on connecting with the land and water\, promoting well-being and self-care\, along with cultural activities! \nOpen to all Syilx Nation members. \nRegistration link: https://forms.gle/Wf7U2z4E3S7yNeo87 \nStay tuned for more info coming soon!
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/four-food-chiefs-gathering-2024/2024-11-13/
CATEGORIES:external events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241107T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241107T133000
DTSTAMP:20260603T215734
CREATED:20241018T204611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T204627Z
UID:10001234-1730975400-1730986200@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:November 7- n̓xaʔcín̓ (Elder) Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:November 7- n̓xaʔcín̓ (Elder) Luncheon\n\n\nDATE: November 7\, 2024TIME: 10:30 am – 1:30 pmLOCATION: Lower Similkameen Indian Band Gym\, 1420 Hwy 3\, Cawston BC V0X 1C3CONTACT: Mikkeila Ridsdale\, Communications and Events Assistant at mridsdale@syilx.org or 250-707-0095 ext. 127\n\n\n\nRegistration link: https://forms.gle/ZFu8skX1M3wxhG18A\n\n\n\nCalling all Syilx Elders to join us for a Fall luncheon where we can visit\, laugh\, and share stories! The September 18th elders luncheon will feature music\, bingo\, and door prizes!\n\n\nOpen to Syilx Nation elders.\n\n\nDISCLAIMERS:1. Where food is provided at ONA events\, we will always try to include a vegetarian option and gluten free option\, however\, given that we do not control all cooking environments\, we cannot make any guarantees.2. We will try to ensure that all event locations are accessible\, however\, given the wide variety of locations andspaces ONA events are held at\, we cannot make any guarantees.
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/november-7-n%cc%93xa%ca%94cin%cc%93-elder-luncheon/
CATEGORIES:external events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241103T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241103T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T215734
CREATED:20241018T202848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T203748Z
UID:10001233-1730624400-1730638800@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:First Speakers Language Gathering: November 2024
DESCRIPTION:First Speakers Language Gathering: November 2024 \nDATE: November 1st-3rd\, 2024\nTIME: November 1st 5 pm – 8 pm\nNovember 2 9 am – 5 pm\nNovember 3 9 am – 1 pm\nLOCATION: Prestige Hotel\, Vernon BC (4411 32st Street\, Vernon)\nCONTACT: Jennifer Lewis\, Wellness Manager at Wellness.Manager@syilx.org or 250-826-7844 OR smx̌icnátkʷ Cree Whelshula\, Executive Director of kʷu cnxiʔ (We Join In) Nonprofit at kwucnxi@gmail.com\nThe First Speakers Language Gathering is a space for first language speakers and fluent language speakers to gather and discuss planning around sqilxʷ education\, culture\, and well-being. \nRegistration Link: https://forms.gle/HGNrqeyrSNga17td7 \nHonoraria and travel support will be provided to fluent speakers only. Non-fluent speakers and language learners are welcome to join and listen!\nDay 1 (5 pm – 8 pm): Reception dinner for visiting\, laughing\, and grounding ourselves in the purpose of the gathering.\nDay 2 (9 am – 5 pm): Discussions and planning around sqilxʷ education\, culture\, and wellbeing. Social visits in the evening.\nDay 3 (9 am – 1 pm): Wrap-up discussions\, next steps\, farewells.\nOpen to Syilx nation Members only | Spaces are limited!
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/first-speakers-language-gathering-november-2024/2024-11-03/
LOCATION:Prestige Hotel\, Vernon 4411 32nd street
CATEGORIES:external events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241102T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241102T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T215734
CREATED:20241018T202848Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241018T203748Z
UID:10001232-1730538000-1730566800@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:First Speakers Language Gathering: November 2024
DESCRIPTION:First Speakers Language Gathering: November 2024 \nDATE: November 1st-3rd\, 2024\nTIME: November 1st 5 pm – 8 pm\nNovember 2 9 am – 5 pm\nNovember 3 9 am – 1 pm\nLOCATION: Prestige Hotel\, Vernon BC (4411 32st Street\, Vernon)\nCONTACT: Jennifer Lewis\, Wellness Manager at Wellness.Manager@syilx.org or 250-826-7844 OR smx̌icnátkʷ Cree Whelshula\, Executive Director of kʷu cnxiʔ (We Join In) Nonprofit at kwucnxi@gmail.com\nThe First Speakers Language Gathering is a space for first language speakers and fluent language speakers to gather and discuss planning around sqilxʷ education\, culture\, and well-being. \nRegistration Link: https://forms.gle/HGNrqeyrSNga17td7 \nHonoraria and travel support will be provided to fluent speakers only. Non-fluent speakers and language learners are welcome to join and listen!\nDay 1 (5 pm – 8 pm): Reception dinner for visiting\, laughing\, and grounding ourselves in the purpose of the gathering.\nDay 2 (9 am – 5 pm): Discussions and planning around sqilxʷ education\, culture\, and wellbeing. Social visits in the evening.\nDay 3 (9 am – 1 pm): Wrap-up discussions\, next steps\, farewells.\nOpen to Syilx nation Members only | Spaces are limited!
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/first-speakers-language-gathering-november-2024/2024-11-02/
LOCATION:Prestige Hotel\, Vernon 4411 32nd street
CATEGORIES:external events
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