Band Council Meeting
2026-03-16 09:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-23 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Vancouver) | 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
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Spring Break Day Camps Week One
2026-03-16 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.

Youth Sewing Workshop with Dina
2026-03-16 10:00 - 15:00 | Language and Culture Boardroom, 16 Bonneau Road, Vernon
Youth Sewing Workshop with Dina
Way’ Members, the March 16th Sewing workshop today is cancelled due to a power outage. Other workshops and Youth events are planned to continue as normal.
March 16th & 17th, 10am – 3pm at the Language and Culture Boardroom (16 Bonneau Rd)
Register here:
https://forms.gle/GhnJ7eYXy7L19JuA6
Open to youth ages 13-19
Language & Culture will be hosting a youth sewing workshop. Youth are invited to come learn how to sew.
For more information contact:
LCCordinator@okanagan.org

capti’kʷl: kʷəckʷəcstimʔ iʔ stəɬtaɬtet #3
2026-03-16 10:00 - 15:30 | online
capti’kʷl: kʷəckʷəcstimʔ iʔ stəɬtaɬtet #3
DATE: March 16, 2026
TIME: 10:00 am – 3:30 pm
LOCATION: Virtual via Zoom
CONTACT: Raven Mikuletic, Sr Communications Coordinator rmikuletic@syilx.org or 250-707-0095 ext. 121

SESSION 3 TOPIC: Health

Okanagan Nation Alliance will be hosting captikʷl Forums this year, in partnership with the En’owkin Centre. The captikʷł forums are held for insight and community engagement in examining Syilx captikʷł, how lessons from the captikʷł connect with our modern way of living, and how to integrate Syilx values and principles within captikʷł in Policy & Planning.

Session 3 will feature a reading of Sons of Beaver & Coyote told by Humishuma – Mourning Dove, followed by a panel discussion from our storytellers and language speakers.

Open only to those with Syilx ancestry (or parents/guardians of Syilx children).

REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/x8v8pwPwUob9K6Ht7

Elder and Youth Event - Indian Ice Cream
2026-03-16 12:00 - 13:00 | Bluebird building
Mon. Mar. 16 Indian Ice Cream – processing & making at Bluebird building 12pm – 1pm
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 building2pm to 3:30
Tue. Mar. 17 Fry Bread Making – at Bluebird building1pm – 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

Elder and Youth Event - Medicinal Salve Making
2026-03-16 14:00 - 15:30 | Bluebird building
Mon. Mar. 16 Medicinal Salve Making – at Bluebird building 2pm to 3:30
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 building1pm – 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

Initial kł cp̓əlk̓ stim̓ Ceremonial Fry Release for Syilx Nation and Community Members
2026-03-17 08:00 - 17:00 | Shingle Creek, Penticton
Initial kł cp̓əlk̓ stim̓ Ceremonial Fry Release for Syilx Nation and Community Members
DATE: Mar 17, 2026
TIME: 9:30 AM
LOCATION: akɬ xʷuminaʔ, snpintktn (Shingle Creek, Penticton)
CONTACT: Raven Mikuletic, Sr Communications Coordinator at events.support@syilx.org or 250-707-0095 ext. 121

The Syilx Nation honours the work of our ancestors by caring for all living things within our territory.

To celebrate the initial release of Okanagan Sockeye fry from our kł cp̓əlk̓ stim̓ Hatchery, we would like to invite Syilx Nation and community members to join us in ceremony. Light breakfast to follow.

Open to Syilx Nation & Community Members. *Please visit our Events webpage for the list of public Fry Releases!

NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Elder and Youth Event - Fry Bread Making
2026-03-17 13:00 - 14:30 | Bluebird building
Tue. Mar. 17 Fry Bread Making – at Bluebird building1pm – 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 building1pm – 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

Elder and Youth Event - Learn to make moccasins
2026-03-18 00:00
Elder and Youth Event – Learn to make moccasins
March 22nd, 10am to 4pm at the Bluebird building
Lunch will be provided.
A moccasin making workshop for Elders and Youth to learn together.
Registration link: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=XcU_HRxjgkOIb8O_PgU745qP9lNlFwpLrqjdIRShuSBUMFNKUE5XSzlTT0NWMkUzVDI1MVozQzlRVS4u

For more information contact Sharmaine: 250-241-4934

March Community Shuttle
2026-03-04 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

Beaded Grad Cap Workshop
2026-03-18 11:00 - 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

Online UXO Settlement Update Meeting
2026-03-18 12:00 - 13:00 | online
Online UXO Settlement Update Meeting
March 18th
12:00pm to 1:00pm on Zoom
Drop in Q&A
join us to learn more about OKIB’s UXO Negotiation settlement file.
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.

Food Bank Drop event @ Round Lake Hall
2026-03-19 10:30 - 11:30 | Round Lake Hall, Chilhitza Road
Food Bank Drop event @ Round Lake Hall

Way’ Members, the Health team will be hosting further dates of the Food Bank pop ups around the community!
Round Lake Hall @ 10:30am March 19th, 2026
First come first served! Please bring your own bag or box to carry your food with. Limlemt!

Tax Clinic
2026-03-19 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

Electoral Officer Drop in Advance Voting Help
2026-03-19 17:30 - 18:30 | 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.

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
2026-01-23 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
2026-01-30 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
2025-12-06 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
