Okanagan Indian Band

November Parent's Forum Education Night
2024-11-07 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Vancouver)
November Parent’s Forum Education Night
Wednesday November 20th 5:30pm-7:30pm @ New Horizons
Please register here:
https://forms.office.com/r/PL18yQjptC
Deadline to register to be eligible for a grocery card is November 15th
You can also leave feedback on Padlet if you are unable to attend the meeting.
https://padlet.com/school365/november-parent-forum-okb4o3tbj097w50l

*Postponed* Financial Literacy Presentation
2024-11-06 17:00 - 18:00 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Financial Literacy Presentation postponed

Way’ Members,

Out of respect for the family this event is being postponed. Stay tuned for a new date to be announced.

Equine Pathways program
2024-10-02 16:00 - 17:30 | Rewild Ranch (11877 McMillian Drive)
Equine Pathways program – Tuesdays and Wednesdays 4:00pm-5:20pm @ Rewild Ranch (11877 McMillian Drive)

For Youth ages 10-18

Program will run from Oct 1st to November 13th.

Unlock new opportunities with our Equine Connection Program! Enjoy our hands on sessions with intuitive horses that build trust, confidence and personal growth. Experience the unique healing power of horses and take a step into a fun and magical adventure.

Transportation available!

Registration link: https://forms.office.com/r/ZxUHDnJewN

or

contact: activities@okanagan.org or 250-241-7074

S.T.E.M afterschool program
2024-10-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Bluebird building
S.T.E.M Wednesdays 4:00pm-5:00pm @Bluebird building

For youth grades 1-7

Program will run from October 9th – December 4th

Dive into the world of science, technology, engineering, and math with UBCO’s iStand STEM program. Hands-on activities and interactive projects will spark curiosity and innovation. September to December will focus on how STEM can be applied to our environment through the lens of Land Stewardship.

Registration form: https://forms.office.com/r/ZxUHDnJewN

To register please contact: activities@okanagan.org or 250-241-6946

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

Flu and Covid vaccination drop-in clinic
2024-11-06 11:00 - 17:30 | OKIB Health Clinic
Flu and Covid vaccination drop-in clinic
November 6th & 13th 11:00am – 5:30pm
@Okanagan Indian Band Health Clinic

Sign in at reception

Get vaccination to protect yourself and your community! No appointment necessary- just drop in!

Questions? Contact us: 250-542-5094

99 Year term leases referendum Information session - Duck Lake
2024-11-05 18:00 - 19:00 | Duck Lake Gathering Place (10591 Okanagan Center Road East), 10553 Okanagan Centre Rd East, Lake Country
99 Year term leases referendum Information session – Duck Lake

Tuesday, November 5th 6:00-7:00pm @ Duck Lake Gathering Centre – 10591 Okanagan Centre Rd East.

Way’ Members, The Lands department will be hosting another information session for the 99 Year term leases referendum. This time the meeting will be down at Duck Lake at the Duck Lake Gathering Centre at 10591 Okanagan Centre Rd East.

Light dinner will be provided.

This meeting is for Band Members only.

Meeting will also be available on zoom:

Join Zoom Meeting

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89443825724?pwd=[REDACTED]

Meeting ID: 894 4382 5724

Passcode: [REDACTED]

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

Make Ahead - Lunch Workshop
2024-11-05 17:00 - 20:00 | Bluebird building
Make Ahead – Lunch Workshop
November 5th 5:00pm-8:00pm @bluebird building

Make Ahead Lunch workshop will be taking place next Tuesday, November 5th, at the Bluebird Building from 5-8pm. Join in on a fun class and help build your skills for meal prepping; all ages and skill levels welcome. Please register using the link or scan the QR code found on the poster.
https://forms.office.com/r/5BWKqjPZZf

Hockeyball Afterschool program
2024-10-08 16:00 - 17:00 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Hockeyball Afterschool program Tuesdays 4:00pm-5:00pm @Head of the Lake Hall

For youth grades 1-7

Program runs from October 8th to December 3rd.

Get active and have fun with a unique twist on hockey! Our Canucks Hockeyball program combines traditional hockey skills with creative ball game play for an engaging and energetic session. Youth Activities Staff have been trained as coaches by the Canucks organization and are ready to share their knowledge with participants of every skill level!

Registration form: https://forms.office.com/r/ZxUHDnJewN

or

activities@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.

Lil Chefs afterschool program
2024-10-07 16:00 - 17:00
Lil Chefs afterschool program Mondays 4:00pm-5:00pm @Bluebird building

For youth grades 1-7

Program will run from October 7th to December 2nd.

Dive into the culinary arts with local chef Chantelle Eustache. Young aspiring chefs will explore new recipes, cooking techniques, traditional Syilx foods, nutrition and healthy habits, and the joy of creating delicious dishes.

Registration form: https://forms.office.com/r/ZxUHDnJewN

or

contact: activities@okanagan.org or 250-241-7074

*Postponed* Band Council Meeting
2024-11-04 09:00 - 12:30 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Way’ Members, out of respect for the family, today’s November 4th Chief and Council meeting is postponed.

First Speakers Language Gathering: November 2024
2024-11-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Prestige Hotel, Vernon 4411 32nd street
First Speakers Language Gathering: November 2024
DATE: November 1st-3rd, 2024
TIME: November 1st 5 pm – 8 pm
November 2 9 am – 5 pm
November 3 9 am – 1 pm
LOCATION: Prestige Hotel, Vernon BC (4411 32st Street, Vernon)
CONTACT: Jennifer Lewis, Wellness Manager at Wellness.Manager@syilx.org or 250-826-7844 OR smx̌icnátkʷ Cree Whelshula, Executive Director of kʷu cnxiʔ (We Join In) Nonprofit at kwucnxi@gmail.com
The 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.
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/HGNrqeyrSNga17td7
Honoraria and travel support will be provided to fluent speakers only. Non-fluent speakers and language learners are welcome to join and listen!
Day 1 (5 pm – 8 pm): Reception dinner for visiting, laughing, and grounding ourselves in the purpose of the gathering.
Day 2 (9 am – 5 pm): Discussions and planning around sqilxʷ education, culture, and wellbeing. Social visits in the evening.
Day 3 (9 am – 1 pm): Wrap-up discussions, next steps, farewells.
Open to Syilx nation Members only | Spaces are limited!

OKIB Family Ice Time
2024-10-05 18:30 - 20:30 | okanagan training rink, 5204 27th street
OKIB Family Ice Time – Saturdays 6:30pm-8:30pm @Okanagan Training Rink, 5204 27th ave, Vernon

October 5th to March 22nd, 2025

No registration needed!

OKIB Family Ice time will run from October 5th to March 22nd, 2025

Need skates or gear? contact Brendon Caron at: 250-241-6945

Intro to Gymnastic
2024-10-10 16:00 - 17:00 | Bluebird building
Intro to Gymnastics Thursdays 4:00pm-5:00pm, Drop off and pick up at Bluebird building

Ages 6-12, limited spots available!

Program will run from October 10th to December 5th.

New to our slate of introductory Athletics programs is Rhythmic Gymnastics at the Canoe Shed with OKIB’s-own Mishra Cameron! Mishra is an outstanding Gymnast and Coach and also a 2021 Premier’s Award winner for “Indigenous Excellence in Sport”. After incredible engagement with OKIB Youth during 2024 Summer Sports Camp, we are thrilled to add Mishra and her expertise to our already stacked line-up of activities! Look for this one to begin in October!

To register please contact: activities@okanagan.org or 250-241-6946

Food Share Program
2024-10-31 15:00 - 18:00 | Bluebird building
Food Share Program – October 31st 3-6pm @Bluebird building
Way’ Members,
This Thursday, October 31st will likely be the last food share program date of the season. Food will be distributed on a first come first served basis.
Please bring your own bags or boxes.
The Food Share program would also like to thank everyone who has engaged with, participated in and contributed to this initiative. Your involvement is what makes our work possible! It was a program full of amazing harvests, story telling, laughs and recipe sharing. We’re looking forward to doing it all again next year!
Please note that if there is any remaining produce, the Food Share Program will extend one more week at Duck Lake, however this will depend on supply.

Healthy Halloween Treats cooking class
2024-10-29 17:00 - 20:00 | Bluebird building
Healthy Halloween Treats cooking class – October 29th 5pm-8pm @Bluebird building
Join in on the FSI Healthy Halloween Treat Cooking Class led by Chantelle Eustache on Oct 29th. All ages and skill levels welcome!
Register with the attached link or QR code https://forms.office.com/r/yyAXBcEnWM
