December Shopping Shuttle
2024-12-02 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver)
December Shopping Shuttle

December 2nd & 9th

Pick up/drop off begins at 9am from the Bluebird building, then

from the Fire hall, Whiteman’s Creek and Round Lake.

Shuttle to Kelowna’s Orchard Park Mall. Shuttle returns home at 4:00pm

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 tworker@okanagan.org

MMA Classes
2024-10-07 16:00 - 17:00 | canoe shed (upper health building parking lot)
MMA Classes – Mondays and Wednesdays 4:00pm-5:00pm @ the Canoe shed beside the Health Building
Program will run from October 7th – December 4thFor Youth Grade 1 – 7
Returning for another year is our Mixed Martial Arts program in the dedicated space at our Canoe Shed outside the Health Clinic. OKIB Youth will learn fundamentals and physical literacy in a safe environment while having fun and learning valuable lessons on sportsmanship, perseverance, and hard work! Join Rylie and her assistant coach Taylor Lalonde starting Oct 7th!To register please contact:Brendon Caron: 250-241-6945oractivities@okanagan.org or 250-241-7074

Fit Nation
2024-10-22 11:00 - 12:00 | Bluebird building
Fit Nation – Tuesdays from 11:00am-12:00pm at the Bluebird building
Fitnation is a physical activity program and can be modified to fit with al fitness and mobility levels!
-Regular light exercise can reduce pain, relieve stress, improve sleep as well as improve flexibility and balance.

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

Little Warriors Program
2024-10-08 18:00 - 19:00 | New Horizons
Little Warriors Program Every Tuesday and Thursday from 6pm – 7pm @ New Horizons
Program begins October 8th and runs until December 5th.
For Youth ages 5-10
Little Warriors is another new program being developed at OKIB Youth Activities. It can be best described as “Syilx Scouts”. Combining inspiration from Scouts Canada’s manual and Syilx traditional teachings, with supports and training from You Power, NCCP, and local facilitators, this program will give OKIB kids a greater connection to our land and water, a broadened sense of community and responsibility, a bigger respect for our history and traditions, independence, problem-solving, and more, in a fun and age-appropriate environment!
To register please contact: activities@okanagan.org or 250-241-6946

December Community Shuttle
2024-12-04 10:00 - 15:00
December Community Shuttle
December 4th, 11th & 18th

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

OKIB Youth private showing of Moana 2
2024-12-08 12:00 - 14:00
OKIB Youth private showing of Moana 2
Sunday, December 8th 12:00pm @Vernon Galaxy Cineplex
Transportation is available!
To register scan the QR code or contact OKIB Youth Activities at activities@okanagan.org or 250 241 6946

Men’s Health Meet and Greet
2024-12-10 18:00 - 21:00 | Health Building Boardroom upstairs, 76 Head of the Lake Road
Men’s Health Meet and Greet
Who: Men in the OKIB Community
What: Come ask health-related questions to Dr. Stimson, a Pharmacist, and the OKIB Community Health Nurses (Mika and Kat). Food and Door prizes will be provided!
When: December 10th, 6:00-9:00 pm
Where: OKIB Health Center Boardroom

Jingle Dress making workshop with Rowena Roberts
2024-12-11 17:00 - 22:00 | Bluebird building
Jingle Dress making workshop with Rowena Roberts
December 11 – 13 5:00pm – 10:00pm @ Bluebird building
UPDATE: Thank you for your interest in our Jingle Dress Workshop! Registrations for the workshop are officially closed as it is currently full. If you’d like to be added to the waitlist in case a spot opens up or to receive updates about future events, please complete the registration form linked below https://forms.office.com/r/80438DXWdv we will reach out to those registered in the next couple days to confirm attendance
Must be able to attend all three days if you register.
Open to all 16+
Dinner will be served

OKIB Elders Christmas Lunch and Bingo
2024-12-12 11:30 - 14:00 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
OKIB Elders Christmas Lunch and Bingo
Thursday, December 12th 11:30 am – 2:00 pm @ Head of the Lake Hall
*If you would like to volunteer to assist with this event please contact Sharmaine (250-241-4934)*

MUST REGISTER:
Sharmaine: 250-241-4934

Mom and Baby Christmas Meet and Greet
2024-12-12 13:00 - 16:00 | Health Building Boardroom upstairs, 76 Head of the Lake Road
Mom and Baby Christmas Meet and Greet
When: December 12th, 1:00-4:00 pm
Where: Where: OKIB Health Center Boardroom
Who: Pre/Post Natal Moms and their Babies
What: Come and meet the new community health nurse Mika. Snacks and door prizes will be provided!

Naloxone for Neighbors Drive Thru event
2024-12-14 13:00 - 15:00 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Naloxone for Neighbors Drive Thru event
December 14th, 1:00pm @ Head of the Lake Hall
Free Indian Tacos & Naloxone kits
All Band Members and their families welcome!
Register now using this link: https://forms.office.com/r/p9iYSXCgL8
If you know family or friends who aren’t on Facebook, please have them reach out to Grant Louis at 250-306-7179 for assistance with registration.

Ribbon Shirt Making Workshop with Shanny Bear Shirt
2024-12-17 17:00 - 22:00 | OKIB Wellness Center
Ribbon Shirt Making Workshop with Shanny Bear Shirt

Update:

Thank you for your interest in our ribbon shirt Workshop! Registrations for the workshop are officially closed as it is currently full. If you’d like to be added to the waitlist in case a spot opens up or to receive updates about future events, please complete the registration form linked below https://forms.office.com/r/pMUHSMvtnY we will reach out to those registered in the next couple days to confirm attendance.

Sovereign Lake & Spirit North OKIB Family event
2025-01-04 12:30 - 15:00 | Sovereign Lake Nordic Club
Sovereign Lake & Spirit North OKIB Family event

January 4th 12:30pm – 3:00pm

OKIB Youth Activities is excited to host an all-ages Family Event for OKIB Members in collaboration with Sovereign Lake and Spirit North. Join us for Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing, and other winter activities at Sovereign Lake Nordic Club on Saturday January 4th from 12:30-3:00pm!

All equipment and passes will be available, free of charge, to all registered participants. Just wear your snow gear to stay comfortable out in the cold. Instructors from Spirit North and Sovereign Lake will be on-site to help newcomers begin enjoying these wonderful winter activities!

Follow this link: https://forms.office.com/r/HZz4KPBa7n or use the QR code to sign up! Snacks and Refreshments will be available.

Limited transportation available (Or meet at Sovereign Lake)

Pick up at Bluebird at 11:30am

Drive back to Bluebird at 3:00pm

Traditional Foods Feast
2025-01-09 17:00 - 19:00 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Brought to you by Language & Culture and Health Department. Come enjoy traditional foods with family and friends. Follow this link to register: https://forms.gle/jkjrPSXMFTpEucEYA

Silverstar Shuttle
2025-01-10 15:30 - 20:00
Silverstar Shuttle
January 10th and 17th
Pick up begins at 3:30pm and returns at 8:00pm
Pick up from Bluebird building, Whiteman’s Creek, Round Lake, Six Mile Firehall and in Vernon.
Riders must register!
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 or text Rayne at 250-241-0234 or email tworker@okanagan.org
