Okanagan Indian Band

Electoral Officer Drop in Advance Voting Help
2026-03-19 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Vancouver) | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Electoral Officer Drop-In for voting process questions and electronic voting assistance
March 19th, 5:30pm at Head of the Lake Hall
An opportunity to speak to the Electoral Officer and ask questions about voting process and electronic voting assistance.
Light Refreshments will be available.

To ensure Members receive accurate and consistent information, all questions or requests for additional details should be directed to:
UXOsettlementquestions@okanagan.org
This meeting is for Band Members only.

Spring Break Day Camps Week One
2026-03-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Bluebird building
Spring Break Day Camps 2026
Registration Link: https://forms.office.com/r/eHNcZ8G29B
OKIB Youth Activities is excited to launch another year of Spring Break Day Camp programming. From March 16th to March 27th, we’re offering a daily program for OKIB Youth aged 6 to 12, 9:00am to 4:00pm.
Our first week is full of exciting field trips, with drop-off and pick-up happening at the Bluebird Building. Our second week will take place at the Cultural Immersion School with many interesting facilitators coming in to share their experience, knowledge, and some fun and engaging activities.
Participants will be required to bring the following items every day:
· Jacket
· Toque and Mitts
· Appropriate closed-toe footwear (running/walking shoes preferred)
· Clean indoor shoes (for second week at CIS only)
· Backpack
· Lunch
· Waterbottle
As well as specific items for some other days (namely our field trips to Sovereign Lake and Public Skating). More information to follow in the confirmation email to go out to all registrants.
Please see the attached posters for more details about daily plans, some field trips are subject to change based on weather and other variables.

Beaded Grad Cap Workshop
2026-03-20 10:00 - 15:00 | Language and Culture Boardroom, 16 Bonneau Road, Vernon
Beaded Grad Cap Workshop
March 18th, 11am – 3pm
March 19th, 10am – 3pm
March 20th, 10am – 3pm
Language and Culture Boardroom (16 Bonneau Rd)
Register here:
https://forms.gle/6DJD2svQuxaHSM6t9
10 spots available
Open to youth ages 13-19

Youth (ages 13-19) are invited to come learn how to bead a grad cap.
Un-experienced beaders welcomed to join.
Lunch will be provided
For more information contact:
LCCordinator@okanagan.org

Free Eggs - Food Bank pop up at Round Lake
2026-03-20 12:00 - 14:00 | Round Lake Hall, Chilhitza Road
Free Eggs – Food Bank pop up at Round Lake
March 20th 12pm to 2pm at Round Lake Hall
Free Eggs! – First come first served.
Please bring your own bag

Elder and Youth events - Stick Games - Learn & Play
2026-03-20 16:00 - 20:00 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Fri. Mar. 20 Stick Games – Learn / Play @ HOL 4pm to 8pm
This month, Elders and youth will come together for shared projects that strengthen connection and understanding. The focus is on returning to traditional ways of teaching, guiding, and listening, creating space for meaningful intergenerational relationships.
To Register use the link below or scan the QR code in the poster:
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=XcU_HRxjgkOIb8O_PgU745qP9lNlFwpLrqjdIRShuSBUMFNKUE5XSzlTT0NWMkUzVDI1MVozQzlRVS4u

All events will be hosted at the Bluebird building with the exception of the March 20th Stick games event which will be held at Head of the Lake Hall.

Sun. Mar. 8 Sewing: Quilt Making – Bluebird building, 10am – 3pm
Sun. Mar. 15 Learn to Burn Design on Hat Bluebird building, 10am – 2pm
Mon. Mar. 16 Indian Ice Cream – processing & making at Bluebird building 12pm – 1pm
Mon. Mar. 16 Medicinal Salve Making – at Bluebird building 2pm to 3:30
Tue. Mar. 17 Fry Bread Making – at Bluebird building 1pm – 2:30pm
Fri. Mar. 20 Stick Games – Learn / Play @ HOL 4pm to 8pm
Sun. Mar 22 Pendleton Moccasins at Bluebird building10am – 3pm
Tue. Mar. 24 Shell Necklace Making – at Bluebird building 1pm – 2:30pm
Wed. Mar. 25 Ribbon & Applique Hoodie or Jacket at Bluebird building 10am – 4pm
Sun. Mar. 29 Ribbon Applique (Vest or dance cape) at Bluebird building10am – 4pm
Mon. Mar. 30 Roles & Responsibilities Conversation at Bluebird building 5pm – 7pm

Learn and play stick games
2026-03-20 16:30 - 18:30 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Learn and play stick games
March 20th, doors open at 4:30pm at Head of the Lake Hall
Registration link: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=XcU_HRxjgkOIb8O_PgU745qP9lNlFwpLrqjdIRShuSBUMFNKUE5XSzlTT0NWMkUzVDI1MVozQzlRVS4u
Dinner will be provided
For more information contact Sharmaine: 250-241-4934

OKIB Moccasin Bootcamp 2026
2026-03-20 17:00 - 18:00 | Fearless Training Gym Okanagan, 3105 28th street, Vernon
OKIB Moccasin Bootcamp 2026

January 23rd to March 27th

5:00pm to 6:00pm with Brandy Griffin at Fearless Training Okanagan at 3105 28th street, Vernon BC.

10 Weeks on Fridays

Join the weekly Moccasin Bootcamp for Strength and conditioning Training!

For more information contact Ruby Alexis: 250-542-7132

Moccasin Bootcamp
2026-03-20 17:00 - 18:00
Moccasin Bootcamp 2026 starts Friday, January 30th
January 30th to March 27th
5:00pm to 6:00pm with Brandy Griffin at Fearless Training Okanagan at 3105 28th street, Vernon BC.
Way’ Members, the start date for Moccasin Bootcamp will actually be January 30th and not on January 23rd as previously advertised.
Join the weekly Moccasin Bootcamp for Strength and conditioning Training!
For more information contact Ruby Alexis: 250-542-7132

OKIB Family Ice Time
2026-03-21 17:45 - 19:45
OKIB Family Icetime is back!
Okanagan Training Rink 5204 27th Ave, Vernon BC.
Beginning December 6th 2025, every Saturday evening there will be 2 hours of free icetime for OKIB families. Simply sign in when you arrive. 5:45-7:45pm every Saturday (With the exception of Dec 20th which will happen from 6:45-8:45pm and January 24th which will happen from 7pm to 9pm).
Helmets required. Contact Brendon (Youth Activities) at (250)241-6945 if you need equipment, we have many community donations to share.

Elder and Youth events - Pendleton Moccasins
2026-03-22 10:00 - 15:00 | Bluebird building
Sun. Mar 22 Pendleton Moccasins at Bluebird building 10am – 3pm
This month, Elders and youth will come together for shared projects that strengthen connection and understanding. The focus is on returning to traditional ways of teaching, guiding, and listening, creating space for meaningful intergenerational relationships.
To Register use the link below or scan the QR code in the poster:
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=XcU_HRxjgkOIb8O_PgU745qP9lNlFwpLrqjdIRShuSBUMFNKUE5XSzlTT0NWMkUzVDI1MVozQzlRVS4u

All events will be hosted at the Bluebird building with the exception of the March 20th Stick games event which will be held at Head of the Lake Hall.

Sun. Mar. 8 Sewing: Quilt Making – Bluebird building, 10am – 3pm
Sun. Mar. 15 Learn to Burn Design on Hat Bluebird building, 10am – 2pm
Mon. Mar. 16 Indian Ice Cream – processing & making at Bluebird building 12pm – 1pm
Mon. Mar. 16 Medicinal Salve Making – at Bluebird building 2pm to 3:30
Tue. Mar. 17 Fry Bread Making – at Bluebird building 1pm – 2:30pm
Fri. Mar. 20 Stick Games – Learn / Play @ HOL 4pm to 8pm
Sun. Mar 22 Pendleton Moccasins at Bluebird building 10am – 3pm
Tue. Mar. 24 Shell Necklace Making – at Bluebird building 1pm – 2:30pm
Wed. Mar. 25 Ribbon & Applique Hoodie or Jacket at Bluebird building 10am – 4pm
Sun. Mar. 29 Ribbon Applique (Vest or dance cape) at Bluebird building 10am – 4pm
Mon. Mar. 30 Roles & Responsibilities Conversation at Bluebird building 5pm – 7pm

Band Council Meeting
2026-03-23 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=EkGfK0dTSN2AaLdfNG9eJ3wXuAbAbm.1
Meeting ID: 828 6440 5111
Passcode: 846593

Spring Break Day Camps Week 2
2026-03-23 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-24 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-25 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-26 09:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-27 09:00 - 16:00 | Nk̓maplqs Iʔ Snm̓am̓ay̓aʔtn Iʔ K̓l Sqilxʷtət Cultural Immersion School, 11555 Westside Road

2026 Cultural Safety Education
2026-03-24 10:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-25 10:00 - 15:00 | Community Safety Office, 118 Head of the Lake Road (Downstairs)
The syilx Community Safety team has identified the 2026 Cultural Safety Education schedule and would like to extend the invitation to OKIB members.
CSE 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.
Dates for 2026 CSE are as followed:

Feb: 24th & 25th, 2026
March: 11th & 12th, 2026
March: 24th& 25th, 2026
April: 8th& 9th, 2026
May: 6th & 7th, 2026
June: 3rd & 4th, 2026
Sept: 9th & 10th, 2026
Oct: 7th & 8th, 2026
Nov: 4th & 5th, 2026

Each session runs from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Please register here: https://form.jotform.com/251186903961260

Elder and Youth event - Shell Necklace Making
2026-03-24 13:00 - 14:30 | Bluebird building
Tue. Mar. 24 Shell Necklace Making – at Bluebird building 1pm – 2:30pm
This month, Elders and youth will come together for shared projects that strengthen connection and understanding. The focus is on returning to traditional ways of teaching, guiding, and listening, creating space for meaningful intergenerational relationships.
To Register use the link below or scan the QR code in the poster:
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=XcU_HRxjgkOIb8O_PgU745qP9lNlFwpLrqjdIRShuSBUMFNKUE5XSzlTT0NWMkUzVDI1MVozQzlRVS4u

All events will be hosted at the Bluebird building with the exception of the March 20th Stick games event which will be held at Head of the Lake Hall.

Sun. Mar. 8 Sewing: Quilt Making – Bluebird building, 10am – 3pm
Sun. Mar. 15 Learn to Burn Design on Hat Bluebird building, 10am – 2pm
Mon. Mar. 16 Indian Ice Cream – processing & making at Bluebird building 12pm – 1pm
Mon. Mar. 16 Medicinal Salve Making – at Bluebird building 2pm to 3:30
Tue. Mar. 17 Fry Bread Making – at Bluebird building
Fri. Mar. 20 Stick Games – Learn / Play @ HOL 4pm to 8pm
Sun. Mar 22 Pendleton Moccasins at Bluebird building 10am – 3pm
Tue. Mar. 24 Shell Necklace Making – at Bluebird building 1pm – 2:30pm
Wed. Mar. 25 Ribbon & Applique Hoodie or Jacket at Bluebird building 10am – 4pm
Sun. Mar. 29 Ribbon Applique (Vest or dance cape) at Bluebird building 10am – 4pm
Mon. Mar. 30 Roles & Responsibilities Conversation at Bluebird building 5pm – 7pm 1pm – 2:30pm

Early Years Engagement Session
2026-03-24 17:00 - 19:00 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Early Years Engagement Session
March 24th at Head of the Lake Hall Dinner at 5pm with presentation to follow.
Way’ Members, the Education team is hosting their final early years engagement session at Head of the Lake Hall. The early years engagement sessions seek to better understand our communities strengths, challenges and needs in the field of supporting children and family.
There will be giftcard incentives for attendees and the chance to win a weekend stay at Spirit Ridge.

Hide Camp with Bernadette and Wendy
2026-03-25 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-26 09:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-27 09:00 - 15:00 | Language and Culture Boardroom, 16 Bonneau Road, Vernon
Hide Camp with Bernadette and Wendy
March 25th – 27th
Language and Culture Boardroom (16 Bonneau Rd)
9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Register here: https://forms.gle/EZeY4QvwHdkwJd8L6
Youth must attend all days to make their own moccasins.
Open to OKIB youth ages 13-19.

Youth will be brought through the whole process of scraping, tanning, stretching and smoking a hide to make their own moccasins.
Lunch will be provided.

March Community Shuttle
2026-03-25 10:00 - 15:00
March Community Shuttle

March 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 – 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

Final UXO Negotiation Settlement Information Meeting
2026-03-25 17:30 - 19:00 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Final UXO Negotiation Settlement Information Meeting
March 25th at Head of the Lake Hall
Dinner at 5:30pm
Meeting at 6:00pm

join us to learn more about OKIB’s UXO Negotiation settlement.
This meeting will be available on zoom, please visit one of our members only platforms for the Zoom link.
To ensure Members receive accurate and consistent information, all questions or requests for additional details should be directed to:
UXOsettlementquestions@okanagan.org
This meeting is for Band Members only.

POSTPONED: Syilx Indian Residential School Gathering
2026-03-26 09:00 - 19:00, 2026-03-27 09:00 - 15:00 | Penticton Lakeside Resort, 21 Lakeshore Drive West, Penticton
POSTPONED: Syilx Indian Residential School Gathering
Way’ Members,
We would like to inform you that the upcoming SIRS Gathering will be postponed until further notice.

This decision has been made with heavy hearts following the recent passing of respected SIRS Committee Member, Leon Louis, as well as other valued Nation members. During this time, we want to ensure space is held for our communities to grieve and come together in support.
A new date for the gathering will be shared in the future.

Food Bank pop up - Free flour
2026-03-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Bluebird building
Food Bank pop up – Free flour
March 26th at the bluebird – 12:00pm approximately.
Way’ Members, the Food bank will be dropping off 200 5kg bags of white flour which will be available for pick up!
First come first served!

Food Bank Drop event @ Bluebird building
2026-03-26 13:00 - 14:00 | Bluebird building
Food Bank Drop event @ Bluebird building

Way’ Members, the Health team will be hosting further dates of the Food Bank pop ups around the community!
Bluebird building @ 1:00pm March 26th, 2026
First come first served! Please bring your own bag or box to carry your food with. Limlemt!

Tax Clinic
2026-03-26 13:00 - 14:00
Tax Clinic
Thursdays starting March 19, 2026 – April 23, 2026 from 1-2 pm
The Social Development Team will once again be putting on a Tax Clinic for you to come file your taxes.
Tax clinics will take place at the Social Development Hub, 95 Bluebird Lane
No submissions will be accepted following April 23, 2026.

Questions? Contact: 236-600-0242
