Syilx naming ceremony - Okanagan College Kelowna student housing
2024-12-06 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Vancouver)
Syilx naming ceremony – Okanagan College Kelowna student housing
Friday December 6th @10 AM
Okanagan College, new student housing building, amenity room
880 KLO Road, Kelowna, B.C.
Parking available in lot 17

Join the Westbank First Nation and Okanagan College in a special naming ceremony for the new student housing building at the Kelowna campus of Okanagan College. Westbank First Nation elders Pamela and Grouse Barnes will unveil a name they have provided for the building.

Way Xast Sputa party for Youth
2024-12-06 16:00 - 20:00 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Way Xast Sputa party for Youth
December 6th 4pm – 8pm @Head of the Lake Hall
Crafts, Hot Chocolate, Fire pit, Games & Santa
There will be gifts for attendees 18 and under!
All Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult
Please register using the QR code or by link: https://forms.office.com/r/pD1Aypj1eD
Questions? contact: activities@okanagan.org or 250-241-6946

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

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

Band Council Meeting
2024-12-09 09:00 - 12:00 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Band Council Meeting
Members, The upcoming Band Council meeting will be held in person at the Head of the Lake Hall & on zoom.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86894356051?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 868 9435 6051
Passcode: [REDACTED]
OKIB posts Band Council information to the Band Council Portal.
To access the Band Council information you must log onto the portal:
https://okib.civicweb.net/user/signin
**Members are asked to identify themselves on the Zoom call by entering their names. This is to help ensure that members only are present on the Zoom call.**

December Shopping Shuttle
2024-12-02 09:00 - 16:00
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

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

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

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

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

December monthly Parent Forum Night
2024-12-11 17:30 - 19:30 | New Horizons
December monthly Parent Forum Night

Wednesday December 11th 5:30-7:30 @ New Horizons Building New Horizons

Way’ Parents, please join us for our Monthly Education Parent Forum Night.

If you would like to sign up for a grocery gift card please register by Friday December 6th

https://forms.office.com/r/jXdrEKymXK

If you have any questions please not hesitate to contact our department.

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.

Band Council Meeting
2024-12-16 09:00 - 12:30 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Band Council Meeting
Members, The upcoming Band Council meeting will be held in person at the Head of the Lake Hall & on zoom.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86894356051?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 868 9435 6051
Passcode: [REDACTED]
OKIB posts Band Council information to the Band Council Portal.
To access the Band Council information you must log onto the portal:
https://okib.civicweb.net/user/signin
To register for free access to the Band
Council Portal, please follow the instructions on the bottom of the Council page on our website:
Chief & Council

**Members are asked to identify themselves on the Zoom call by entering their names. This is to help ensure that members only are present on the Zoom call.**

Claims update meeting
2024-12-17 17:00 - 20:00 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Claims update meeting

UXO, Columbia River Transboundary, Drinking Water and Specific (Colonial) Claim community update meeting.

December 17th, 2024, 5pm – 8pm @Head of the Lake Hall.

Dinner: 5 PM-6 PM

Presentations from 6PM-8PM

Zoom will also be available for the event:

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/86894356051?pwd=[REDACTED]

Meeting ID: 868 9435 6051
Passcode: [REDACTED]

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.

OKIB Winter Solstice activities
2024-12-21 07:30 - 21:00
OKIB Winter Solstice activities
Saturday December 21st
7:30am – Morning dip at Komasket Park – Drummers invited to attend
8:30am – Light breakfast at the qwci (pit house)
8:30am – Open house of the qwci (pit house)
4:00pm – Doors open at Head of the Lake Hall
4:30pm – Turkey/Ham Dinner at Head of the Lake Hall
Join the Language and Culture Program for a Solstice Dinner, hosted by Chief and Council.
Registration link for the Solstice dinner: https://forms.gle/hrzmm9NRR1aLPamw9
Dinner Menu: Turkey, ham, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetables, salad and dinner buns.
Door prizes will be drawn throughout the evening!

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
