OKIB Elders Program - Swim for Health
2024-11-19 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Vancouver) | 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

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.

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

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.

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.

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

OKIB Career Fair
2025-05-08 09:00 - 14:00 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
OKIB Career Fair
New date: May 8th 9:00am to 2:00pm at Head of the Lake Hall
Way’ Members, the OKIB Career fair will be changing dates to May 8th.
Door prizes!
Bring your resume, explore your opportunities, training and education possibilities and talk to potential future employers.
Questions? Contact:
Glenda Louis
250-542-4328 extension 3004
or glenda.louis@okanagan.org

Sun Valley Ranch Open House
2025-05-09 10:00 - 17:00
Sun Valley Ranch Open House
May 9th & 10th, 10:00am to 5pm
May 9th
community and partner organizations
May 10th
Band Members only
Way’ Members,
The OKIB Wellness team invites you to come visit Sun Valley Ranch this spring and learn more about our programs our many Health and Wellness Programs.
Need transportation to the event? The Health and Wellness team can have transportation available.
Register here for transporation: https://forms.office.com/r/2SsjrfajEv?origin=lprLink

For more info contact Wanda Duncan: 250 503 7686

Financial Planning Presentation
2025-05-13 17:00 - 18:30 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Financial Planning Presentation
May 13th doors open at 5:00pm @ Head of the Lake Hall
Dinner with presentation at 5:15pm
Open to OKIB Members and Community
With Taylor Belanger, financial planner & OKIB member.
Presented in collaboration with Vantage one credit union and the Syilx PESP team.
