Mamas for Mamas Kelowna visit
2025-06-21 11:00 - 16:00 (America/Vancouver)
Mamas for Mamas Kelowna visit

July 21st, 1pm visit. pick up (and drop off) at the Bluebird building at 11am, return by 4pm.

1911 Dayton St, Kelowna

Lunch will be included!

To sign up for this visit – Mamas for Mamas has informed us that any mom/new families, will be asked to go to the Mamas for Mamas-Kelowna Website.

On website go to Client Support, then click on seeking support.

Fill out the support application and submit.

Application link: https://www.mamasformamas.org/i-need-support/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLP10NleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFiMmRqNjhDQ3NTakVjaGhRAR76cFBN9sommmk7frQZceX9XKZMUdy0JZ95bSjOvIvQDd_sQGeDH_YxtcqHkg_aem_HXnYoZ55EfkOUDvv4ZUHqw

For more information please contact Rosalie to sign up for: rosalie.saddleman@okanagan.org

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

OKIB measles vaccine drop-in clinics
2025-06-24 13:00 - 16:00 | Health Building Boardroom upstairs, 76 Head of the Lake Road
OKIB measles vaccine drop-in clinics
Tuesday June 24th 1:00pm-4:00pm
Friday June 27th 9:00pm-12:00pm
at the OKIB Health Centre Boardroom
Call the OKIB Community Health Nurse for more info or if you have questions at: 250-542-5094
Who is it for?
-Infants over 12 months who have not received their first dose of the measles vaccine
-Children aged 4-6 who have not received their second dose of the measles vaccine
-Children over 6 who have not received any or a second dose of the measles vaccine
-Adults (born in or after 1970) who are unimmunized or only partially immunized for measles
-Anyone who is unsure of their measles immunity status

June Community Shuttle
2025-06-04 10:00 - 15:00
June Community Shuttle

June 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th

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

*Postponed* Duck Lake Toxic Drug Forum
2025-06-26 17:00 - 21:00
Duck Lake Toxic Drug Forum Postponed
Way’ Members, out of respect for the family the Duck Lake Toxic Drug Forum which was scheduled for today, June 26th has been postponed. A new date will be determined soon
Limlimpt for your understanding.

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.

Band Council Meeting
2025-07-14 10:00 - 12:00 | The Castle at Swan Lake, 7905 Greenhow Rd
Notice: Venue has changed for July 14 Council meeting

Second update: Please be advised that the Regular Council meeting scheduled for today Monday, July 14 at the Castle at Swan Lake (7905 Greenhow Rd, Vernon, BC V1B 3S2)

As the meeting is at a different locations, participants may notice background noise and different audio than regular meetings. We apologize for this inconvenience.

The meeting will now begin at 10:00am. Thank you for your understanding.

This meeting is for Band Members only.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82864405111?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 828 6440 5111
Passcode: [REDACTED]

Interior regional Canoe/Kayak Development Camp
2025-07-14 14:00 - 20:00 | Komasket Park
Interior regional Canoe/Kayak Development Camp
July 14th – 16th 2:00pm – 8:00pm @Komasket Park (11505 Westside Road)
OKIB Youth Activities is proud to collaborate with ISPARC and Canoe Kayak BC for the 2025 Interior Regional Canoe/Kayak Camp! With lessons in water safety and rescue, paddling literacy and performance in both Canoe and Kayak, as well as some fun on the water on Stand Up Paddleboards, this three day camp will promote confidence and enjoyment on the water in a safe and fun environment. These two organizations hope to encourage more Indigenous Youth to fall in love with paddle sports and find some success in these boats with the hopes of having more competitive rowing teams at NAIG 2027!
Join us for three afternoon sessions July 14-16 at Komasket Park facilitated by the experts from Canoe Kayak BC for ages 11-17. Registration will be open exclusively to OKIB Youth for 24 hours before opening up to all other Indigenous Youth in the interior. There is no fee attached. Registrants are expected to attend all three days.
Registration: https://isparcbc.wufoo.com/forms/mz3eng00s9lhcs/

First Nations Child and Family Claims 'Claim Helper' Information sessions
2025-07-17 09:00 - 12:00
First Nations Child and Family Claims ‘Claim Helper’ Information sessions
The Claims Helper Information Sessions are organized to support individuals seeking compensation for children who were removed from their homes. This includes both former children in care and parents or family members who had children removed by the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD). These sessions are intended for anyone who has either been in care themselves or had children removed from their home by the MCFD.
These Information sessions are for OKIB Band Members only.

Sessions will be limited to 24 individuals per session on a first come first served basis.

Additional meetings will be hosted in the future, both on and off reserve and online.

To register for any of these sessions please contact Jereme Brooks:
250-241-7270 OR jereme.brooks@okanagan.org
Information Sessions
July 17th 9:00am to 12:00pm @ Lake Country Municipal Hall, (10150 Bottom Wood Lake Road )
July 22nd 5:30pm to 7:00pm @ New Horizons building
July 24th 5:30pm to 7:00pm @ Head of the Lake Hall
July 25th 5:30pm to 7:00pm @ Salmon River/Round Lake Hall

Injury Prevention Day
2025-07-18 13:30 - 17:30 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Injury Prevention Day

July 18th 1:30pm to 5:30pm @Head of the Lake Hall

For questions, call the Community Health Nurse at 250-542-5094

Come learn about:

-Water safety

-FireSmart

-OKIB Public Safety

-Car seat safety

-Poison prevention

-Heat-related illness prevention

and more!

Prizes and food will be available.

Band Council Meeting
2025-07-21 09:00 - 12:00 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Band Council Meeting
Way’ Members, the upcoming Band Council be hosted at Head of the Lake Hall and on Zoom.
This meeting is for Band Members only.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82864405111?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 828 6440 5111
Passcode: [REDACTED]

OKIB Syilx Hockey School
2025-07-28 08:30 - 15:30
OKIB Syilx Hockey School

July 28th – August 1st

OKIB is thrilled to launch the long-awaited OKIB Syilx Hockey School! This camp is open to all members of the Okanagan Nation! Taking place from Monday July 28th to Friday August 1st, this camp will feature both on and off ice skill development for ages U7 to U15 in a safe, fun, and uniquely Indigenous environment. Available FREE to OKIB Members and for a very affordable $350 for non-OKIB Syilx players ($200 for U7). See the attached slides for more information on daily schedules and features of the OKIB Syilx Hockey School. Register now as spots are filling quick!

Registration:

https://forms.office.com/r/8yR36E6ejg

Program details and schedule

Mamas for Mamas Kelowna visit
2025-07-28 13:00 - 16:00
Mamas for Mamas Kelowna visit

*DATE CHANGE: visit will now be happening July 28th at 1pm*

pick up (and drop off) at the Bluebird building at 11am, return by 4pm.

1911 Dayton St, Kelowna

Lunch will be included!

To sign up for this visit – Mamas for Mamas has informed us that any mom/new families, will be asked to go to the Mamas for Mamas-Kelowna Website.

On website go to Client Support, then click on seeking support.

Fill out the support application and submit.

Application link: https://www.mamasformamas.org/i-need-support/?fbclid=IwY2xjawLP10NleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFiMmRqNjhDQ3NTakVjaGhRAR76cFBN9sommmk7frQZceX9XKZMUdy0JZ95bSjOvIvQDd_sQGeDH_YxtcqHkg_aem_HXnYoZ55EfkOUDvv4ZUHqw

For more information please contact Rosalie to sign up for: rosalie.saddleman@okanagan.org

Free hearing screenings
2025-07-29 10:00 - 16:00 | OKIB Health Clinic
Free hearing screenings
July 29th 10am – 4pm @ OKIB Health building
Free $5 Tim Horton’s gift card after a completing a free hearing screening.
Limited spaces available!
To sign up please email: rosalie.saddleman@okanagan.org
