Youth Spring Break Day Camps
2025-03-17 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver) | Bluebird building
Youth Spring Break Day Camps

March 17th-28th 9:00 am to 4:00pm

Pick up and drop off at the Bluebird building

Dear OKIB Families,

We apologize for the short notice, but we have been working diligently on our Spring Break Day Camp Programming and are excited to announce that we WILL have activities every day during Spring Break!

To register, please follow this link: https://forms.office.com/r/xj2ci0VhSz

Due to our current staffing situation, we are limited in the number of participants we can accommodate, so please register as soon as possible. More details will follow, but we are thrilled to announce that Monday, March 17th will feature guest facilitator Russ Wagg and his Youth Magic Camp!

Thank you for your understanding and continued support. We look forward to a fun and engaging Spring Break!

Best regards,OKIB Youth Activities Team

OKIB Elders Program - Swim for Health
2024-11-19 11:00 - 12:30 | Vernon Rec Center
OKIB Elders Program – Swim for Health
11:00am – 12:30pm Tuesdays, October to December 17th, 2024 (Excluding Holidays) at the Vernon Recreation Centre

*You Must show your OKIB Status card*

Come out and enjoy a swim / sauna / steam room or hot tub
For more information please contact:
Sharmaine Gregoire: 250-241-4934

Elder's Salve making workshop
2025-03-25 13:00 - 15:00 | Bluebird building
Elder’s Salve making workshop
March 25th 1:00pm to 3pm at the Bluebird building

Join us for a class on how to make medicinal creams with Sharnelle Paul. 15 Spots available, please register by calling with Candace or Sharmaine to confirm your spot.

Please register with either:
Candace Wilkinson 250 309-0137
or
Sharmaine Gregoire 250 938-1308

Tax Clinic with Gord Adam
2025-03-13 13:00 - 14:00 | social development department, 76 Head of the Lake Road
Tax Clinic with Gord Adam

Thursdays March 13 to April 24 from 1pm – 2pm at the Social Development Boardroom
Way’ Members, Gord Adam will be hosting a tax clinic at the Social Development building to help Members file their taxes for 2024. These events will be open to all OKIB Members.
For Social Development clients: Please fill out this form and bring it with you to the clinic: Tax form
For Social Development clients who may want more information before the clinic or help filling out the form please contact: sdassist1@okanagan.org or contact Dierdre by phone: (250) 241-4730

Lets Bowl - OKIB Elders Program
2025-02-28 13:00 - 14:00
Lets Bowl – OKIB Elders Program
Last Friday of the Month – January 2025 – June 2025
1:00pm – 2:00pm at Lincoln Lanes (3510 25 Ave, Vernon)
Please register with Sharmaine Gregoire: 250-241-4934
No charge!
Light snack included.

April Community Shuttle
2025-04-02 10:00 - 14:30
April Community Shuttle

April 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th

Pick up begins at 10am from the Bluebird building, Fire hall, Whiteman’s Creek and Round Lake.

Shuttle will at these locations:

11:30 AM – Walmart

12:30 PM – Village Green Mall

1:30 PM – Superstore

Returns home at 2:30 PM

Riders must register, seating is limited. Riders bound to a wheelchair must have an escort. Riders under the age of 13 must have a guardian/parent.

To register or for more information please call Rayne at 250-241-0234 or email tworker@okanagan.org

Duck Lake Medication review and return day
2025-04-03 12:00 - 15:00
Duck Lake Medication review and return day

When: April 3rd 12:00pm – 3:00pm

Where: Contact Rosalie Saddleman at 250-306-1756 for an appointment

Come and review medications guardian Pharmacist Jason.

Bring any expired medications or medications you no longer use to have them safely disposed of.

Medication review and return day
2025-04-03 16:00 - 18:00 | Health Building Boardroom upstairs, 76 Head of the Lake Road
Medication review and return day
April 3rd 4:00pm – 6:00pm at the OKIB Health Center Boardroom
Come and review medications guardian Pharmacist Jason
Bring any expired medications or medications you no longer use to have them safely disposed of.
Plus refreshments and door prizes!
Questions? Contact Rosalie Saddleman: (250)-306-1756

Service Canada and NexusBC Community Visit
2025-04-08 09:30 - 14:00 | Bluebird building
Service Canada & NexusBC Community Visit

Service Canada will be visiting from 9:30am to 1:30pm

NexusBC will be visiting from 11:30pm – 2:00pm

Transportation to and from event available for Social Assistance clients, call Rosalie Saddleman to book: 250-306-1756

Way’ Members,

Representatives from Service Canada and NexusBC will be doing an in community visit on April 8th to let you know more about what services are available to you detailed below.

Service Canada:

-Canadian Dental Care Plan

-Employment Insurance

-Canada Pension Plan

-Old Age Security

-Guaranteed Income Supplement

-Canada Pension Disability Benefits

-Survivor and Death Benefit

-Social Insurance Numbers

NexusBC:

The Connect Program helps people of all ages with:

• Filling out pension applications and other government forms

• Sorting out income-related matters

• Subsidized housing applications

• Problem-solving and understanding your next steps

• Resources on health, dental, and more

Specialized Services for Seniors:

As we age, some of us need a little more help with living independently. Whether you need to find

safe, affordable housing, help with understanding the complexities of federal pensions, want to

know what subsidies are available, or need information on home support, we are here to help.

Through the Connect Program, our Seniors Specialists can provide adults 60+, their families,

caregivers and the community with information on programs and services that enable all older adults

to maintain an independent lifestyle.

Questions? Email connect@nexusbc.ca

Financial Literacy Course
2025-04-08 17:00 - 18:30 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Financial Literacy Course

April 8th 5:00pm – 6:30pm at Head of the Lake Hall

Vantage One Credit Union & the Pre-Employment Supports Program in partnership is hosting a presentation on Financial Literacy on Tuesday April 8, 2025, at the Head of the Lake Hall starting at 5:00 pm. We hope Membership and Community can attend the event and there will be door prizes as well for those who are in attendance.

Career Decision Making Workshop
2025-05-07 10:00 - 15:00 | social development department, 76 Head of the Lake Road
Career Decision Making Workshop
May 7th 10:00am to 3:00pm
at the Social Development department (76 Head of the Lake Road)
Lunch will be provided
Explore your strengths, interests and values to make informed career choices. The session covers tools for assessing skills, exploring various career paths and setting realistic goals. Participants will also learn strategies for overcoming uncertainty, evaluating opportunities and making decisions that align with their long-term professional aspirations. By the end, attendees will have a clearer direction and actionable steps for advancing in their careers.

For more information please contact:
pespnorth@okanagan.org
or
etcoordinator@okanagan.org
or
250 542-4328

May Community Shuttle
2025-05-07 10:00 - 15:00
May Community Shuttle

May 7th 14th 21st and 28th

Pick up begins at 10am from the Bluebird building, Fire hall, Whiteman’s Creek and Round Lake.Shuttle will at these locations:11:30 AM – Walmart12:30 PM – Village Green Mall1:30 PM – SuperstoreReturns home at 2:30 PM
Riders must register, seating is limited. Riders bound to a wheelchair must have an escort. Riders under the age of 13 must have a guardian/parent.
To register or for more information please call Rayne at 250-241-0234 or email tworker@okanagan.org
