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SUMMARY:OKIB Fire Dept Open House and Community Appreciation Event
DESCRIPTION:OKIB Fire Dept Open House and Community Appreciation Event \nJune 7th\, 10:30am to 3:30pm at the OKIB Fire Hall\, #4 Bonneau Rd \n-Free bbq burgers\, hotdogs and bannock \n-Meet the fire fighters and watch them compete \n-Fire planning and fire extinguisher training \n-Opportunity for kids to use the fire hoses. \n-An opportunity for new recruits to sign up \n 
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/okib-fire-dept-open-house-and-community-appreciation-event/
LOCATION:OKIB Fire Hall\, 4 Bonneau Road\, Vernon\, British Columbia\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Administration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260607T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260607T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260601T201919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T201919Z
UID:10003457-1780826400-1780862400@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:OKIB Elder and Youth Sewing workshop
DESCRIPTION:OKIB Elder and Youth Sewing workshop  \nDo you have your or your child’s graduation coming up and want to make a ribbon skirt or vest? \nPlease register to attend – Sharmaine: 250-241-4934 or Candace: 250-309-0137 \nSunday June 7th – 10am to 4pm at the Bluebird building \nMonday June 8th – 4pm to 8pm at the Bluebird building \nA light meal will be provided \n 
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/okib-elder-and-youth-sewing-workshop/2026-06-07/
LOCATION:Bluebird building
CATEGORIES:Elders
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260607T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260607T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260310T210119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T210119Z
UID:10003358-1780819200-1780837200@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:2026 Spirit of Syilx Unity Run
DESCRIPTION:2026 Spirit of Syilx Unity Run \nJune 4th to 7th Mica to Farquier \nRegistration coming soon \nDay 1: Opening ceremony at 2pm – Potlach creek to Goldstream Bridge \nDay 2 Goldstream Bridge to Revelstoke \nDay 3 Revelstoke to Nakusp \nDay 4 Nakusp to Faquier/ Needles \n*Schedule is subject to change* \n  \nSuicide and Violence Awareness run \nWhen Syilx people come together\, we honour our ancestors by\nconnecting with the land and one another\, promoting our collective\nhealing and growth.\nOur journey is not only to raise awareness; it is also about strengthening\nour own resilience\, as we are deeply rooted in the land itself. \n  \nFor more information\, please contact: \nDorothy Harrower\, Communications Coordinator at dharrower@syilx.org or 250-707-0095 ext. 123
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/2026-spirit-of-syilx-unity-run/2026-06-07/
CATEGORIES:external events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260606T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260606T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260310T210119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T210119Z
UID:10003357-1780732800-1780765200@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:2026 Spirit of Syilx Unity Run
DESCRIPTION:2026 Spirit of Syilx Unity Run \nJune 4th to 7th Mica to Farquier \nRegistration coming soon \nDay 1: Opening ceremony at 2pm – Potlach creek to Goldstream Bridge \nDay 2 Goldstream Bridge to Revelstoke \nDay 3 Revelstoke to Nakusp \nDay 4 Nakusp to Faquier/ Needles \n*Schedule is subject to change* \n  \nSuicide and Violence Awareness run \nWhen Syilx people come together\, we honour our ancestors by\nconnecting with the land and one another\, promoting our collective\nhealing and growth.\nOur journey is not only to raise awareness; it is also about strengthening\nour own resilience\, as we are deeply rooted in the land itself. \n  \nFor more information\, please contact: \nDorothy Harrower\, Communications Coordinator at dharrower@syilx.org or 250-707-0095 ext. 123
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/2026-spirit-of-syilx-unity-run/2026-06-06/
CATEGORIES:external events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260605T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260605T180000
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260416T213307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T213307Z
UID:10003411-1780678800-1780682400@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Moccasin Bootcamp 2026
DESCRIPTION:Moccasin Bootcamp 2026 Session #2\n\n\n\n\n\nFridays April 17th through June 19th \n\n\n5:00pm to 6:00pm with Brandy Griffin at Fearless Training Okanagan at 3105 28th street\, Vernon BC.\n\n\n\n\n\nWay’ Members\, Moccasin bootcamp restarts beginning this Friday\, April 17th and continuing for 10 sessions until June 19th. \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the weekly Moccasin Bootcamp for Strength and conditioning Training!\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information contact Ruby Alexis: 250-542-7132
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/moccasin-bootcamp-2026/2026-06-05/
LOCATION:Fearless Training Gym Okanagan\, 3105 28th street\, Vernon
CATEGORIES:external events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260605T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260605T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260310T210119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T210119Z
UID:10003356-1780646400-1780678800@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:2026 Spirit of Syilx Unity Run
DESCRIPTION:2026 Spirit of Syilx Unity Run \nJune 4th to 7th Mica to Farquier \nRegistration coming soon \nDay 1: Opening ceremony at 2pm – Potlach creek to Goldstream Bridge \nDay 2 Goldstream Bridge to Revelstoke \nDay 3 Revelstoke to Nakusp \nDay 4 Nakusp to Faquier/ Needles \n*Schedule is subject to change* \n  \nSuicide and Violence Awareness run \nWhen Syilx people come together\, we honour our ancestors by\nconnecting with the land and one another\, promoting our collective\nhealing and growth.\nOur journey is not only to raise awareness; it is also about strengthening\nour own resilience\, as we are deeply rooted in the land itself. \n  \nFor more information\, please contact: \nDorothy Harrower\, Communications Coordinator at dharrower@syilx.org or 250-707-0095 ext. 123
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/2026-spirit-of-syilx-unity-run/2026-06-05/
CATEGORIES:external events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260604T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260604T180000
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260310T210119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T210119Z
UID:10003355-1780581600-1780596000@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:2026 Spirit of Syilx Unity Run
DESCRIPTION:2026 Spirit of Syilx Unity Run \nJune 4th to 7th Mica to Farquier \nRegistration coming soon \nDay 1: Opening ceremony at 2pm – Potlach creek to Goldstream Bridge \nDay 2 Goldstream Bridge to Revelstoke \nDay 3 Revelstoke to Nakusp \nDay 4 Nakusp to Faquier/ Needles \n*Schedule is subject to change* \n  \nSuicide and Violence Awareness run \nWhen Syilx people come together\, we honour our ancestors by\nconnecting with the land and one another\, promoting our collective\nhealing and growth.\nOur journey is not only to raise awareness; it is also about strengthening\nour own resilience\, as we are deeply rooted in the land itself. \n  \nFor more information\, please contact: \nDorothy Harrower\, Communications Coordinator at dharrower@syilx.org or 250-707-0095 ext. 123
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/2026-spirit-of-syilx-unity-run/2026-06-04/
CATEGORIES:external events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260604T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260604T130000
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260528T154639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T154639Z
UID:10003449-1780570800-1780578000@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Blue Jean Day at North Okanagan Friendship Centre Society
DESCRIPTION:Blue Jean Day at North Okanagan Friendship Centre Society\nJune 4th 11am to 1pm at NOFCS\, 2904 29th ave Vernon  \nBlue Jean Jacket Day is the counter part for Red Dress Day where we will be holding space and raising awareness for the Missing\, Murdered & Expoloited Indigenous Men & Boys. \nWear denim\, eat some BBQ\, enter to win some door prizes and raise awareness for missing and murdered indigenous men and boys.
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/blue-jean-day-at-north-okanagan-friendship-centre-society/
LOCATION:North Okanagan Friendship Centre Society\, 2904 29th ave\, vernon
CATEGORIES:external events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260604T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260604T150000
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260120T172725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T172725Z
UID:10003216-1780567200-1780585200@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:2026 Cultural Safety Education
DESCRIPTION:The syilx Community Safety team has identified the 2026 Cultural Safety Education schedule and would like to extend the invitation to OKIB members. \nCSE is hosted at the syilx Community Safety office (118 Head of the Lake Rd) and facilitated by Chris Marchand and Eric Mitchell. This two day Cultural Safety Education uses a relational process to reflect on the impacts of colonialism on syilx people\, past and present. This training includes:  syilx Identity\, Pre-contact\, Canada’s Hidden History\, Residential Schools and Understanding Truth & Reconciliation. We strive to provide a safe and welcoming space for people to learn\, reflect and connect. Those who complete the two day training will receive a certificate. \nDates for 2026 CSE are as followed: \n\nFeb: 24th & 25th\, 2026\nMarch: 11th & 12th\, 2026\nMarch: 24th& 25th\, 2026\nApril: 8th& 9th\, 2026\nMay: 6th & 7th\, 2026\nJune: 3rd & 4th\, 2026\nSept: 9th & 10th\, 2026\nOct: 7th & 8th\, 2026\nNov: 4th & 5th\, 2026\n\nEach session runs from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM \nPlease register here: https://form.jotform.com/251186903961260
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/2026-cultural-safety-education/2026-06-04/
LOCATION:Community Safety Office\, 118 Head of the Lake Road (Downstairs)
CATEGORIES:public safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260603T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260603T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260602T224833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T224833Z
UID:10003459-1780488000-1780516800@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Returning to Ourselves Wellness day - location change
DESCRIPTION:Returning to Ourselves Wellness day – location change\nJune 3rd\, 12pm to 8pm \nCall Kayla to book: 250-241-5776  \nWay’ Members\, the returning to ourselves wellness day will be now hosted at the Social Development Office (76 Head of the Lake Road\, lower level) due to a scheduling conflict. \nThe jewelry and ribbon skirt workshops will be hosted on a separate date. \nThis event is open to all band members
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/returning-to-ourselves-wellness-day-location-change/
LOCATION:Health Building Boardroom downstairs
CATEGORIES:Health
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260603T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260603T150000
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260120T172725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T172725Z
UID:10003215-1780480800-1780498800@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:2026 Cultural Safety Education
DESCRIPTION:The syilx Community Safety team has identified the 2026 Cultural Safety Education schedule and would like to extend the invitation to OKIB members. \nCSE is hosted at the syilx Community Safety office (118 Head of the Lake Rd) and facilitated by Chris Marchand and Eric Mitchell. This two day Cultural Safety Education uses a relational process to reflect on the impacts of colonialism on syilx people\, past and present. This training includes:  syilx Identity\, Pre-contact\, Canada’s Hidden History\, Residential Schools and Understanding Truth & Reconciliation. We strive to provide a safe and welcoming space for people to learn\, reflect and connect. Those who complete the two day training will receive a certificate. \nDates for 2026 CSE are as followed: \n\nFeb: 24th & 25th\, 2026\nMarch: 11th & 12th\, 2026\nMarch: 24th& 25th\, 2026\nApril: 8th& 9th\, 2026\nMay: 6th & 7th\, 2026\nJune: 3rd & 4th\, 2026\nSept: 9th & 10th\, 2026\nOct: 7th & 8th\, 2026\nNov: 4th & 5th\, 2026\n\nEach session runs from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM \nPlease register here: https://form.jotform.com/251186903961260
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/2026-cultural-safety-education/2026-06-03/
LOCATION:Community Safety Office\, 118 Head of the Lake Road (Downstairs)
CATEGORIES:public safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260601T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260601T200000
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260528T170020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T170306Z
UID:10003450-1780329600-1780344000@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Band Council Meeting at Duck Lake
DESCRIPTION:Band Council Meeting at Duck Lake \nWay’ Members\, the upcoming Band Council be hosted at 10150 Bottom Wood Lake Road. \nJune 1st \nDinner at 4:00pm\, Meeting staring at 5:00pm. \nThis meeting is for Band Members only. \nJoin: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/230116005895874?p=aUzPDlhrEp1orWkEsa \nMeeting ID: 230 116 005 895 874
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/band-council-meeting-at-duck-lake-2/
LOCATION:District of Lake Country Office (10150 Bottom Wood Lake Road)
CATEGORIES:Chief and Council
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260531T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260531T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260528T171647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260528T171647Z
UID:10003451-1780232400-1780246800@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Last Cooking Class of the Season! - Asparagus
DESCRIPTION:Last Cooking Class of the Season! – Asparagus\nMay 31st\, 1pm start at the Bluebird building \nRegister here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=XcU_HRxjgkOIb8O_PgU749ziRELkoftCqn0qzvyn3UlUQzMwVkVXNFZZSlJVUlBVMzRHMTk1SFA2OC4u
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/last-cooking-class-of-the-season-asparagus/
LOCATION:Bluebird building
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260529T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260529T180000
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260416T213307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T213307Z
UID:10003410-1780074000-1780077600@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Moccasin Bootcamp 2026
DESCRIPTION:Moccasin Bootcamp 2026 Session #2\n\n\n\n\n\nFridays April 17th through June 19th \n\n\n5:00pm to 6:00pm with Brandy Griffin at Fearless Training Okanagan at 3105 28th street\, Vernon BC.\n\n\n\n\n\nWay’ Members\, Moccasin bootcamp restarts beginning this Friday\, April 17th and continuing for 10 sessions until June 19th. \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the weekly Moccasin Bootcamp for Strength and conditioning Training!\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information contact Ruby Alexis: 250-542-7132
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/moccasin-bootcamp-2026/2026-05-29/
LOCATION:Fearless Training Gym Okanagan\, 3105 28th street\, Vernon
CATEGORIES:external events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260529T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260529T235959
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260423T202137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T202137Z
UID:10003420-1780012800-1780099199@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Takla Nation Cultural Exchange  Boys Camp
DESCRIPTION:Takla Nation Cultural Exchange Camp\nMay 25th to 29th  \nFor OKIB boys ages 8 to 15 \nRegister here: https://form.jotform.com/261037281486257 \nDescription of Event: \nTakla Nation Youth Cultural Exchange is a camp that provides Indigenous Youth with the opportunity to witness and take part in cultural traditions such as hunting\, trapping\, fishing\, gathering\, medicine making\, arts & crafts\, and campfire stories. \nLocation of Camp: Takla Narrows at Takla Lake – Coordinates 55.16794 N 125.72146 W \nDate and time of departure: Monday May 25th – Meet at syilx Safety Office at 7:30AM \n118 Head of the Lake Road\, lower level HOL hall. \nMode of transportation to and from Takla Narrows Camp: OKIB Transportation. (Pending) \nReturn Date: Friday\, May 29th – expected arrival between 7:30PM – 8:30PM. (Subject to change) \n\nCosts incurred for transportation and food will be covered by the OKIB syilx Safety Office and syilx Restorative Justice. \n\nPlease note that there are limited spots available for this trip and only applications that are complete will be considered first.
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/takla-nation-cultural-exchange-boys-camp/2026-05-29/
CATEGORIES:Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260528T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260528T235959
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260423T202137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T202137Z
UID:10003419-1779926400-1780012799@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Takla Nation Cultural Exchange  Boys Camp
DESCRIPTION:Takla Nation Cultural Exchange Camp\nMay 25th to 29th  \nFor OKIB boys ages 8 to 15 \nRegister here: https://form.jotform.com/261037281486257 \nDescription of Event: \nTakla Nation Youth Cultural Exchange is a camp that provides Indigenous Youth with the opportunity to witness and take part in cultural traditions such as hunting\, trapping\, fishing\, gathering\, medicine making\, arts & crafts\, and campfire stories. \nLocation of Camp: Takla Narrows at Takla Lake – Coordinates 55.16794 N 125.72146 W \nDate and time of departure: Monday May 25th – Meet at syilx Safety Office at 7:30AM \n118 Head of the Lake Road\, lower level HOL hall. \nMode of transportation to and from Takla Narrows Camp: OKIB Transportation. (Pending) \nReturn Date: Friday\, May 29th – expected arrival between 7:30PM – 8:30PM. (Subject to change) \n\nCosts incurred for transportation and food will be covered by the OKIB syilx Safety Office and syilx Restorative Justice. \n\nPlease note that there are limited spots available for this trip and only applications that are complete will be considered first.
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/takla-nation-cultural-exchange-boys-camp/2026-05-28/
CATEGORIES:Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T190000
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260511T165441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T224008Z
UID:10003440-1779901200-1779908400@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Columbia River Treaty Community Meeting
DESCRIPTION:  \nColumbia River Treaty Community Meeting\nMay 27th 5:00pm to 7:00pm at Head of the Lake hall and Microsoft Teams \nRefreshments served at 5pm with meeting to follow at 5:30pm \nJoin us for a presentation from finance with a Q&A session\, followed by an engagement session with community after. \nThis meeting is for Band Members only. \nCome share your perspectives in person or online as we discuss potential uses for the community CRT funds. \nFor more information on the Columbia River Treaty please visit: https://syilx.org/governance/columbia-river-treaty/
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/columbia-river-treaty-community-meeting-2/
LOCATION:Head of the Lake Hall\, 118 Head of the Lake Road
CATEGORIES:Administration
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T150000
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260428T210955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T210955Z
UID:10003429-1779876000-1779894000@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:May Community Shuttle
DESCRIPTION:May Community Shuttle \nMay 6th\,13th 20th and 27th \nTo register or for more information please call Rayne at 250-241-0234 or email tworker@okanagan.org \nPick up begins at 10am from the Bluebird building\, Fire hall\, Whiteman’s Creek and Round Lake. \nShuttle will at these locations:\n– Walmart\n– Village Green Mall\n– Superstore\nRiders 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.
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/may-community-shuttle-3/2026-05-27/
CATEGORIES:Health
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260527T235959
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260423T202137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T202137Z
UID:10003418-1779840000-1779926399@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Takla Nation Cultural Exchange  Boys Camp
DESCRIPTION:Takla Nation Cultural Exchange Camp\nMay 25th to 29th  \nFor OKIB boys ages 8 to 15 \nRegister here: https://form.jotform.com/261037281486257 \nDescription of Event: \nTakla Nation Youth Cultural Exchange is a camp that provides Indigenous Youth with the opportunity to witness and take part in cultural traditions such as hunting\, trapping\, fishing\, gathering\, medicine making\, arts & crafts\, and campfire stories. \nLocation of Camp: Takla Narrows at Takla Lake – Coordinates 55.16794 N 125.72146 W \nDate and time of departure: Monday May 25th – Meet at syilx Safety Office at 7:30AM \n118 Head of the Lake Road\, lower level HOL hall. \nMode of transportation to and from Takla Narrows Camp: OKIB Transportation. (Pending) \nReturn Date: Friday\, May 29th – expected arrival between 7:30PM – 8:30PM. (Subject to change) \n\nCosts incurred for transportation and food will be covered by the OKIB syilx Safety Office and syilx Restorative Justice. \n\nPlease note that there are limited spots available for this trip and only applications that are complete will be considered first.
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/takla-nation-cultural-exchange-boys-camp/2026-05-27/
CATEGORIES:Youth
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T180000
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260508T223649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T225136Z
UID:10003439-1779811200-1779818400@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Duck Lake emergency response and Fortis gas outage engagement session
DESCRIPTION:Duck Lake emergency response and Fortis gas outage engagement session \nMay 26th 4:00pm to 6:00pm at the Lake Country Fire station – 11063 Okanagan Centre Road East\, Lake Country. \nMeeting to begin at 4pm with dinner served at 5pm \nway’ Members\,\nDuck Lake IR #7 members are invited to attend a community engagement session with Kim Louis\, OKIB Emergency Program Coordinator. \nThis will be an open discussion about the recent Fortis gas outage\, emergency response processes\, community concerns\, and future emergency planning for the area. \nThis is an opportunity for residents to share their experiences\, discuss risks and concerns within the community\, and help identify what would improve preparedness and response during future events. \nThis event is for IR#7 residents only. \nFor more information\, please contact: Kim Louis\, Emergency Program Coordinator \nPhone: 250-542-7132 Ext: 5006 \nEmail:  Okibepc@okanagan.org
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/duck-lake-emergency-response-and-fortis-gas-outage-engagement-session/
LOCATION:Lake Country Fire station\, 11063 Okanagan Centre Road East\, Lake Country
CATEGORIES:Administration
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260526T235959
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260423T202137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T202137Z
UID:10003417-1779753600-1779839999@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Takla Nation Cultural Exchange  Boys Camp
DESCRIPTION:Takla Nation Cultural Exchange Camp\nMay 25th to 29th  \nFor OKIB boys ages 8 to 15 \nRegister here: https://form.jotform.com/261037281486257 \nDescription of Event: \nTakla Nation Youth Cultural Exchange is a camp that provides Indigenous Youth with the opportunity to witness and take part in cultural traditions such as hunting\, trapping\, fishing\, gathering\, medicine making\, arts & crafts\, and campfire stories. \nLocation of Camp: Takla Narrows at Takla Lake – Coordinates 55.16794 N 125.72146 W \nDate and time of departure: Monday May 25th – Meet at syilx Safety Office at 7:30AM \n118 Head of the Lake Road\, lower level HOL hall. \nMode of transportation to and from Takla Narrows Camp: OKIB Transportation. (Pending) \nReturn Date: Friday\, May 29th – expected arrival between 7:30PM – 8:30PM. (Subject to change) \n\nCosts incurred for transportation and food will be covered by the OKIB syilx Safety Office and syilx Restorative Justice. \n\nPlease note that there are limited spots available for this trip and only applications that are complete will be considered first.
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/takla-nation-cultural-exchange-boys-camp/2026-05-26/
CATEGORIES:Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260525T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260525T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260303T221916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260525T152255Z
UID:10003308-1779699600-1779710400@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Band Council Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Band Council Meeting \nWay’ Members\, the upcoming Band Council be hosted at Head of the Lake Hall and on Teams. \nThis meeting is for Band Members only. \nMicrosoft Teams meeting \nJoin: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/230116005895874?p=aUzPDlhrEp1orWkEsa \nMeeting ID: 230 116 005 895 874 \nPasscode: eU9CD7sS
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/band-council-meeting-104/
LOCATION:Head of the Lake Hall\, 118 Head of the Lake Road
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260525T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260525T235959
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260423T202137Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260423T202137Z
UID:10003416-1779667200-1779753599@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Takla Nation Cultural Exchange  Boys Camp
DESCRIPTION:Takla Nation Cultural Exchange Camp\nMay 25th to 29th  \nFor OKIB boys ages 8 to 15 \nRegister here: https://form.jotform.com/261037281486257 \nDescription of Event: \nTakla Nation Youth Cultural Exchange is a camp that provides Indigenous Youth with the opportunity to witness and take part in cultural traditions such as hunting\, trapping\, fishing\, gathering\, medicine making\, arts & crafts\, and campfire stories. \nLocation of Camp: Takla Narrows at Takla Lake – Coordinates 55.16794 N 125.72146 W \nDate and time of departure: Monday May 25th – Meet at syilx Safety Office at 7:30AM \n118 Head of the Lake Road\, lower level HOL hall. \nMode of transportation to and from Takla Narrows Camp: OKIB Transportation. (Pending) \nReturn Date: Friday\, May 29th – expected arrival between 7:30PM – 8:30PM. (Subject to change) \n\nCosts incurred for transportation and food will be covered by the OKIB syilx Safety Office and syilx Restorative Justice. \n\nPlease note that there are limited spots available for this trip and only applications that are complete will be considered first.
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/takla-nation-cultural-exchange-boys-camp/2026-05-25/
CATEGORIES:Youth
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260524T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260524T150000
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260512T202728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T202728Z
UID:10003444-1779613200-1779634800@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Fluent Speakers Language Gathering 
DESCRIPTION:Fluent Speakers Language Gathering \nMay 22nd to 24th at the Coast Capri Hotel\, Kelowna – 1171 Harvey Ave Kelowna BC \nRegistration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdJWT8YLxssbPabuVZyWcS3JxCzuyjTIDM-TjVOWvh1VVNiaA/viewform \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. \nHonoraria and travel support will be provided to first speakers only. Other sqilxʷ are welcome to join and listen! \nDay 1 May 22  – 5:30 pm – 9 pm: Reception dinner for visiting\, laughing\, and grounding ourselves in the purpose of the gathering\, open mic format.\nDay 2 May 23 – 9 am – 5 pm ( Breakfast 8am-9:30am )\nDinner 5:30pm -Evening – open mic and visiting – separate room captikwl. Social visits in the evening.\nDay 3 May 24 – 9 am – 3 pm: Wrap-up  ( Breakfast 8am-9:30am) \nOpen to Syilx Nation Members only | Spaces are limited!  \nFor more information contact: Jennifer Lewis\, Wellness Manager at Wellness.Manager@syilx.org or 250-826-7844
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/fluent-speakers-language-gathering/2026-05-24/
LOCATION:Coast Capri Hotel\, Kelowna\, 1171 Harvey Ave\, Kelowna
CATEGORIES:external events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260523T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260523T170000
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260512T202728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T202728Z
UID:10003443-1779526800-1779555600@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Fluent Speakers Language Gathering 
DESCRIPTION:Fluent Speakers Language Gathering \nMay 22nd to 24th at the Coast Capri Hotel\, Kelowna – 1171 Harvey Ave Kelowna BC \nRegistration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdJWT8YLxssbPabuVZyWcS3JxCzuyjTIDM-TjVOWvh1VVNiaA/viewform \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. \nHonoraria and travel support will be provided to first speakers only. Other sqilxʷ are welcome to join and listen! \nDay 1 May 22  – 5:30 pm – 9 pm: Reception dinner for visiting\, laughing\, and grounding ourselves in the purpose of the gathering\, open mic format.\nDay 2 May 23 – 9 am – 5 pm ( Breakfast 8am-9:30am )\nDinner 5:30pm -Evening – open mic and visiting – separate room captikwl. Social visits in the evening.\nDay 3 May 24 – 9 am – 3 pm: Wrap-up  ( Breakfast 8am-9:30am) \nOpen to Syilx Nation Members only | Spaces are limited!  \nFor more information contact: Jennifer Lewis\, Wellness Manager at Wellness.Manager@syilx.org or 250-826-7844
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/fluent-speakers-language-gathering/2026-05-23/
LOCATION:Coast Capri Hotel\, Kelowna\, 1171 Harvey Ave\, Kelowna
CATEGORIES:external events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260522T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260522T210000
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260512T202728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260512T202728Z
UID:10003442-1779471000-1779483600@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Fluent Speakers Language Gathering 
DESCRIPTION:Fluent Speakers Language Gathering \nMay 22nd to 24th at the Coast Capri Hotel\, Kelowna – 1171 Harvey Ave Kelowna BC \nRegistration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdJWT8YLxssbPabuVZyWcS3JxCzuyjTIDM-TjVOWvh1VVNiaA/viewform \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. \nHonoraria and travel support will be provided to first speakers only. Other sqilxʷ are welcome to join and listen! \nDay 1 May 22  – 5:30 pm – 9 pm: Reception dinner for visiting\, laughing\, and grounding ourselves in the purpose of the gathering\, open mic format.\nDay 2 May 23 – 9 am – 5 pm ( Breakfast 8am-9:30am )\nDinner 5:30pm -Evening – open mic and visiting – separate room captikwl. Social visits in the evening.\nDay 3 May 24 – 9 am – 3 pm: Wrap-up  ( Breakfast 8am-9:30am) \nOpen to Syilx Nation Members only | Spaces are limited!  \nFor more information contact: Jennifer Lewis\, Wellness Manager at Wellness.Manager@syilx.org or 250-826-7844
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/fluent-speakers-language-gathering/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:Coast Capri Hotel\, Kelowna\, 1171 Harvey Ave\, Kelowna
CATEGORIES:external events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260522T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260522T180000
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260416T213307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T213307Z
UID:10003409-1779469200-1779472800@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Moccasin Bootcamp 2026
DESCRIPTION:Moccasin Bootcamp 2026 Session #2\n\n\n\n\n\nFridays April 17th through June 19th \n\n\n5:00pm to 6:00pm with Brandy Griffin at Fearless Training Okanagan at 3105 28th street\, Vernon BC.\n\n\n\n\n\nWay’ Members\, Moccasin bootcamp restarts beginning this Friday\, April 17th and continuing for 10 sessions until June 19th. \n\n\n\n\n\nJoin the weekly Moccasin Bootcamp for Strength and conditioning Training!\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information contact Ruby Alexis: 250-542-7132
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/moccasin-bootcamp-2026/2026-05-22/
LOCATION:Fearless Training Gym Okanagan\, 3105 28th street\, Vernon
CATEGORIES:external events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260522T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260522T120000
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260513T205309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260513T211007Z
UID:10003446-1779447600-1779451200@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:Upcoming Chinook Salmon Fry Releases
DESCRIPTION:Upcoming Chinook Salmon Fry Releases\nMay 19th – *TIME CHANGE* 11:00 am Spallumcheen River – Cherryville Recreation site \nMay 22nd – 11:00 am Salmon River – Tim’s by the River Campsite  \nThe Syilx Nation invites you to join us in ceremony for the release of Chinook fry throughout the Syilx Okanagan Territory. These releases are an opportunity to come together in celebration\, stewardship\, and connection to ntytyix as we continue the important work of restoration for future generations. \nFor more information please contact: Mikkeila Ridsdale at mridsdale@syilx.org or 250-707-0095
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/upcoming-chinook-salmon-fry-releases/2026-05-22/
CATEGORIES:external events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260520T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260520T193000
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260511T215418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260511T215418Z
UID:10003441-1779298200-1779305400@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:May Monthly Education Parents Forum
DESCRIPTION:May Monthly Education Parents Forum \nWednesday May 20\, 2026 5:30pm to 7:30pm at Head of the Lake Hall \n  \nPlease join us for our Monthly Education Parent Forum Night. \nIf you would like to sign up for a grocery gift card please register by May 15. \nMay 2026 Parent Forum Night – Fill out form \n  \nIf you have any questions please not hesitate to contact our department. \n 
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/may-monthly-education-parents-forum/
LOCATION:Head of the Lake Hall\, 118 Head of the Lake Road
CATEGORIES:Education
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260520T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260520T150000
DTSTAMP:20260603T164200
CREATED:20260428T210955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T210955Z
UID:10003428-1779271200-1779289200@www.okib.ca
SUMMARY:May Community Shuttle
DESCRIPTION:May Community Shuttle \nMay 6th\,13th 20th and 27th \nTo register or for more information please call Rayne at 250-241-0234 or email tworker@okanagan.org \nPick up begins at 10am from the Bluebird building\, Fire hall\, Whiteman’s Creek and Round Lake. \nShuttle will at these locations:\n– Walmart\n– Village Green Mall\n– Superstore\nRiders 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.
URL:https://www.okib.ca/event/may-community-shuttle-3/2026-05-20/
CATEGORIES:Health
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