April Community Shuttle
2025-04-02 10:00 - 14:30 (America/Vancouver)
April Community Shuttle

April 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th

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 – Walmart

12:30 PM – Village Green Mall

1:30 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

*POSTPONED* Sqlqltmixw Men's BBQ & Language Info Session
2025-04-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Komasket Park
*POSTPONED* Sqlqltmixw Men’s BBQ & Language Info Session

way’ Members, the men’s bbq event set for tomorrow is being postponed out of respect for the families.

We will be postponing the event to May 28th, and I hope that you can join us then to celebrate and support one another during this difficult time.

Thank you for your understanding and support.

*POSTPONED* UXO Update and Footprints on the land film viewing
2025-05-01 09:30 - 22:30 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
UXO Info session postponed
Way’ Members the UXO info session originally scheduled for May 1st has been postponed out of respect for the families. A new date for the meeting will be announced soon.

FitNation - OKIB Elders Program
2025-05-06 09:30 - 10:30 | Bluebird building
FitNation – OKIB Elders Program
Tuesdays from 9:30am to 10:30am @Bluebird building (excluding holidays)
Physical activity program with modifications for all endurance levels.
Regular light exercise can reduce pain, relieve stress, improve sleep, improve flexibility and balance.

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

Career Decision Making Workshop
2025-05-07 10:00 - 15:00 | social development department, 76 Head of the Lake Road
Career Decision Making Workshop
May 7th 10:00am to 3:00pm
at the Social Development department (76 Head of the Lake Road)
Lunch will be provided
Explore your strengths, interests and values to make informed career choices. The session covers tools for assessing skills, exploring various career paths and setting realistic goals. Participants will also learn strategies for overcoming uncertainty, evaluating opportunities and making decisions that align with their long-term professional aspirations. By the end, attendees will have a clearer direction and actionable steps for advancing in their careers.

For more information please contact:
pespnorth@okanagan.org
or
etcoordinator@okanagan.org
or
250 542-4328

May Community Shuttle
2025-05-07 10:00 - 15:00
May Community Shuttle

May 7th 14th 21st and 28th

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 or email tworker@okanagan.org

OKIB Career Fair
2025-05-08 09:00 - 14:00 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
OKIB Career Fair
New date: May 8th 9:00am to 2:00pm at Head of the Lake Hall
Way’ Members, the OKIB Career fair will be changing dates to May 8th.
Door prizes!
Bring your resume, explore your opportunities, training and education possibilities and talk to potential future employers.
Questions? Contact:
Glenda Louis
250-542-4328 extension 3004
or glenda.louis@okanagan.org

Sun Valley Ranch Open House
2025-05-09 10:00 - 17:00
Sun Valley Ranch Open House
May 9th & 10th, 10:00am to 5pm
May 9th
community and partner organizations
May 10th
Band Members only
Way’ Members,
The OKIB Wellness team invites you to come visit Sun Valley Ranch this spring and learn more about our programs our many Health and Wellness Programs.
Need transportation to the event? The Health and Wellness team can have transportation available.
Register here for transporation: https://forms.office.com/r/2SsjrfajEv?origin=lprLink

For more info contact Wanda Duncan: 250 503 7686

Band Council Meeting
2025-05-12 09:00 - 12:00 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Band Council Meeting
Way’ Members, the upcoming Chief and Council meeting will be held at Head of the Lake Hall and on zoom from 9am to 12pm.
Please check the Facebook group for zoom link.

Financial Planning Presentation
2025-05-13 17:00 - 18:30 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Financial Planning Presentation
May 13th doors open at 5:00pm @ Head of the Lake Hall
Dinner with presentation at 5:15pm
Open to OKIB Members and Community
With Taylor Belanger, financial planner & OKIB member.
Presented in collaboration with Vantage one credit union and the Syilx PESP team.

Chinook Salmon fry release ceremonies
2025-05-15 11:00 - 12:00
Chinook Salmon fry release ceremonies

The Syilx Nation invites you to join us to give prayers for the release of Chinook Salmon fry throughout the Syilx Okanagan Territory!

Spallumcheen River

May 15, 2025 – 11:00 am

Cherryville Recreation Site

sx̌ʷəx̌ʷnitkʷ, Okanagan Falls

May 20, 2025 – 10:00 am

sx̌ʷəx̌ʷnitkʷ (OK Falls) Provincial Park

Salmon River

June 17, 2025 – 10:00 am

Tim’s By The River Campsite

For more information contact:

Event Planner

events@syilx.org or 250 707 0095 www.okanagannation.com

nsyilxcen language career fair
2025-05-21 10:00 - 16:00 | Enowkin Center, 154 En’owkin Trail Penticton, BC
nsyilxcen language career fair
May 21st 10:00am to 4:00pm
En’owkin Center – 154 En’owkin Trail
Penticton, BC
For more information please contact Michael Conlin: 250-718-0874 or nsylcommunications@enowkincentre.ca

Community UXO update
2025-05-22 09:30 - 11:00 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Community UXO update

May 22nd 9:30am to 11:30am at Head of the Lake Hall

Join us for an important community update on UXOs, stories, insights and snacks included.

This meeting is for Band Members only.

Lets Bowl - OKIB Elders Program
2025-02-28 13:00 - 14:00
Lets Bowl – OKIB Elders Program
Last Friday of the Month – January 2025 – June 2025
1:00pm – 2:00pm at Lincoln Lanes (3510 25 Ave, Vernon)
Please register with Sharmaine Gregoire: 250-241-4934
No charge!
Light snack included.

Russ Diabo: Self Determination and Territorial Planning - Priority and Capacity Issues
2025-05-27 17:30 - 20:00 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Russ Diabo: Self Determination and Territorial Planning – Priority and Capacity Issues
May 27th 5:30pm to 8pm at Head of the Lake Hall
Way’ Members, Russ Diabo will be coming back to Community on May 27th at Head of the Lake Hall to talk about Self Determination and Territorial Planning and the potential issues that can arise. Join us from 5:30 to 8:00pm to listen to the talk.

This meeting is for Band Members only.

Sqlqltmixw mens Salmon BBQ
2025-05-28 17:00 - 18:30 | Komasket Park
Sqlqltmixw mens Salmon BBQ

May 28th 5:00pm @ Komasket Park

Way’ Men,

The En’owkin Center is hoping to get 20 -25 Men who are interested in the language to come to a BBQ dinner at Komasket Park on May 28th. Come learn about the programs and opportunities and share a meal together.

There will also be door prizes.

For more information contact Michael Conlin: 250-718-0874

OKIB Spring Cleaning
2025-05-29 07:00 - 07:30
OKIB Spring Cleaning

May 29-30, 2025, Zone A JUNE 4-5, 2025, Zone B

ZONE A:

May 29-30, 2025 – Area A Clean Up Day

north of Pro Hardware, Irish Creek, Head of the Lake, Round Lake, and Salmon River.

ZONE B:

June 4-5, 2025 – Area B Clean Up Day

south of Pro Hardware: Bradley Creek, Six mile, Nashwhito

(Siwash) Creek, and Whiteman’s Creek

Items will be collected from OKIB Residents only on IR#1. NO Commercial Business, Landlords, Rentals, please contact DKE Disposal 250-938-0447

• Items must be on the curbside by 7 a.m.

• Please put your items on the curbside separated into household garbage, Metals, Furniture, and Mattress on your collection day.

• Any items that are not sorted will not be collected.

• Please do not drop off items at the Public

Works yard.

• All refuse must be bagged and tied

Household items only. No Commercial or Renovation Projects, no Rental Properties, or Previous Rental Properties.

Items that are not accepted and can be recycled should be taken to the RDNO Diversion & Disposal Facilities for return, recycling, or disposal:

Armstrong/Spallumcheen DDF

3367 Powerhouse Road

1km north of Armstrong on Highway 97

250-546-6474

Greater Vernon DDF

120 Birnie Road 4 km south of Vernon on Highway 97 Tel: 250-545-6410

E-Waste Venture training 1240 Alexis Park Drive Vernon BC, 250-542-2374

Questions? Contact

Public Works & Housing 250-542-3444 olhreception@okanagan.org

Bill C-92 Information Session
2025-05-29 17:00 - 19:00 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Bill C-92 Information Session
Thursday May 29th , 5:00pm at Head of the Lake Hall
Dinner, Presentation and Q&A
Meeting will also be available on zoom:

Meeting will also be available on zoom: Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82864405111?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 828 6440 5111
Passcode: [REDACTED]

This event aims to celebrate and promote awareness of Bill C-92 – An Act respecting First Nations,
Inuit and Métis children, youth and families. It was developed with the goal of keeping Indigenous
children and youth connected to their Indigenous families, communities, and culture.
Okanagan Indian Band is pleased to have these two speakers share their expertise about Bill C92 and
their extensive work in this field.
-André Bear, B. Ed, J.D. is a Nêhîyaw (Plains-Cree) educator and advocate of inherent Title and Rights.
-J.C. Steele is an Anishinaabe lawyer from Cote First Nation in Treaty #4 Territory.
If you have further questions about Bill C-92 and Okanagan Indian Band child welfare options
available, please be sure to attend community meetings, contact Jereme Brooks, Child and Families
Services Director 250 241 7270 or Patricia Wilson, CFS Engagement Coordinator 250 241 8737. Zoom
Link will be available for those band members who cannot attend this first
meeting. There will be opportunities to attend additional sessions in the community.

Band Council Meeting
2025-06-02 13:00 - 16:30 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Band Council Meeting
Band Council meeting, June 2nd – In Camera meeting first
Way’ Members, the upcoming Band Council on June 2nd meeting will have an irregular schedule with the In Camera portion of the meeting happening in the morning first from 9 am to 12pm, and the open session happening after at 1:00pm.

Meeting with RCMP Leadership
2025-06-03 09:00 - 13:00 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
OKIB & RCMP Leadership meeting
June 3rd 9:00am to 1:00pm at Head of the Lake Hall
Way’ Members, Chief and Council invites community to come out to the upcoming meeting between OKIB leadership and RCMP leadership happening on June 3rd from 9 am to 1:00pm. Light snacks will be served.

Regular
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82864405111?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 828 6440 5111
Passcode: [REDACTED]
