Okanagan Indian Band

Afterschool Craft Club
2024-01-16 16:00 - 17:30 (America/Vancouver) | Bluebird building
Afterschool Craft Club
for Grades 1 – 7
4:00PM-5:30PM @ Bluebird building
Every Tuesday in January & February

To register please email Youth Activities at activities@okanagan.org
YOUTH ACTIVITIES REGISTRATION FORM FILLABLE V3
YOUTH ACTIVITIES TRANSPORTATION REQUEST FORM

captikʷɬ: k̓ʷəck̓ʷəcstim iʔ stəɬtaɬtet (Forum 2)
2024-01-16 09:30 - 15:00
captikʷɬ: k̓ʷəck̓ʷəcstim iʔ stəɬtaɬtet (Forum 2)
DATE: January 16, 2024
TIME: 9:30 am – 3:00 pm
LOCATION: Virtual
CONTACT: Raven Mikuletic, Communications Coordinator, rmikuletic@syilx.org, 250 707 0095 ext. 121

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

More info coming soon! Open to Syilx Nation members only.

REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/iPBkndPC8CsYWUGa7

Youth Afterschool Carpentry
2024-01-15 16:00 - 17:30 | Bluebird building
Youth Afterschool Carpentry
4:00pm-5:30pm @ Bluebird building
Every Monday in January & February
Grades 1-7

To register please email youth activities at activities@okanagan.org
YOUTH ACTIVITIES REGISTRATION FORM FILLABLE V3
YOUTH ACTIVITIES TRANSPORTATION REQUEST FORM
YOUTH ACTIVITIES REGISTRATION FORM FILLABLE V3 YOUTH ACTIVITIES TRANSPORTATION REQUEST FORM

Traditional Food Feast
2024-01-12 17:00 - 18:00 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Traditional Food Feast
January 12th, at Head of the Lake Hall beginning at 5:00pm.
The OKIB Language and Culture program will be hosting a Traditional foods feast!
Please use this link to register: https://forms.gle/1ia4tyiZ7ewSoJy36

January Community Shuttle
2024-01-10 11:00 - 14:30
January Community Shuttle
January 10th, 17th, 24th and 31st
pick up from Bluebird, Fire hall, Whitemans creek and round lake.
Shuttle stops for 1 hour at Walmart, Superstore and the Village green mall.
Walmart: 11:30am
Village Green Mall: 12:30pm
Superstore: 1:30pm
Returns home: 2:30pm
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

Winter Celebration Dance and Social
2024-01-09 12:00 - 16:00 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Elders Winter Celebration
January 9th 12:00pm-4:00pm @ Head of the Lake Hall
Come celebrate with friends, music and food. Dance the day away with the Ranch mobile audio production DJ Bonneau

Please register with OKIB Elders Activities Coordinators
Candace Wilkinson
250 307 0137
Sharmaine Gregoire
250 241 4934
Cathy Johnson
250 540 3441

capti’kʷl night
2024-01-06 16:00 - 18:00 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
capti’kʷl night
Saturday January 6th, 2024
Saturday January 27th, 2024
4:00pm doors open
5:00pm dinner
@ Head of the Lake Hall
Join us for an evening of traditional story telling.
We invite all fluent speakers to join in storytelling
Registration https://forms.gle/bA9WA9X7WuJqUS439

capti’kʷl: kʷəckʷəcstimʔ iʔ stəɬtaɬtet (Forum 1)
2023-12-19 10:00 - 15:00
capti’kʷl: kʷəckʷəcstimʔ iʔ stəɬtaɬtet (Forum 1)
DATE: December 19, 2023
TIME: 10 am – 3 pm
LOCATION: Virtual
CONTACT: Raven Mikuletic, Communications Coordinator, rmikuletic@syilx.org, 250 707 0095 ext. 121

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

Open to Syilx Nation members only.

REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/jH6bfKbVhdd9cSp3A

Gravel Pit Engagement Night
2023-12-18 17:30 - 19:00 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Gravel Pit Engagement Night
The OKIB Group of Companies invites you to attend the next Community Engagement Meeting for the Gravel pit:
Thursday, January 18th
5:30pm
Head of the Lake Hall
The Operator will be in attendance to provide information and address questions which arose out of the last meeting about employment opportunities, blasting concerns, succession planning and their responsibilities upon contract conclusion as well as answering any other questions you might have.
Refreshments will be served, we hope to see you all there!

OKIB Youth Christmas party
2023-12-18 17:00 - 20:00 | Komasket Park
OKIB Youth Christmas party
@Komasket Park – December 18th
5:00pm-8:00pm
Come join us for Food, Hot Chocolate and Gifts!
Guardians must accompany Youth to receive Gift.
Please dress warm!
RSVP Email Youth Activities at activities@okanagan.org

Connections that Count: Healthy vs Unhealthy, and Seasonal Wellness Workshops
2023-12-14 09:00 - 16:00, 2023-12-13 09:00 - 16:00 | Public Safety Office
Okanagan Indian Band Public Safety Team
Invites you to Join
Connections that Count: Healthy vs Unhealthy, and Seasonal Wellness Workshops
Facilitated by Design Your Change Consulting Inc.,

Overview of the 2-day workshop includes:
Day 1: healing circle, defining healthy relationships, recognizing unhealthy relationships and encouraging early interventions.
Day 2: Seasonal Wellness ~ to raise awareness about seasonal depression, learn tools to manage and mitigate seasonal depression and promote supportive community environment.

Dates: December 13th & 14th, 2023
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily ~ light snacks and lunch provided
Location: n’kmaplqs Wellness Centre, Public Safety Office
118 Head of Lake Road, Lower level
Limited seats available, to sign up please contact Linda Williams at 250-308-6662 or email liaison@okanagan.org
We endeavor to provide a safe space that is welcoming. COVID-19 Safety Pro

Coffee with a Cop
2023-12-07 09:00 - 11:00 | New Horizons
Coffee with a Cop
December 7th, 9-11am @ New Horizons building
Open time to provide community members an opportunity to sit down, have a coffee/tea with a local police officer and talk

Tea time with First Language Speakers
2023-12-03 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-11-19 10:00 - 11:00
Tea time with First Language Speakers
We will meet online with First Language Speakers to discuss any traditional knowledge or language questions you may have.
November 5 10-11am
November 19th 10-11am
December 3rd 10-11am
Use this link to register: https://forms.gle/PFw1iGrPLdjEgADx9

Syilx Language House Elders 9 Book Launch
2023-12-01 17:00 - 20:00
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Syilx Language House Elders 9 Book Launch
When: Friday, Dec. 1, 2023 at 6-8pm
Where: Okanagan College, Vernon BC
Media and public are encouraged to attend
Invitation attached. Feel free to share. All are welcome.
Friday, Dec. 1, 5-8pm. Doors open at 5, event at 6.
Light refreshments. Okanagan College Vernon BC.
Celebrating our fluent Elders and N̓syilxčn̓ stories,
Syilx Language House learners and staff.
See poster for Elders names and communities

OKIB Moccasin bootcamp
2023-12-01 17:00 - 18:00, 2023-11-24 17:00 - 18:00, 2023-11-17 17:00 - 18:00, 2023-11-10 17:00 - 18:00
OKIB Moccasin Bootcamp – 5 sessions left

Way’ Members, there are still 5 Moccasin bootcamp sessions remaining which you can join in on:

Hosted on Friday November 3, 10, 17, 24 and

December 1st 2023

Time: 5:15 -6:15 pm

at Fearless Training Okanagan

3105 28th Street, Vernon BC

With trainer Brandy Griffin

Syilx Indian Residential School Healing Gathering
2023-11-28 09:00 - 2023-11-29 16:00
Syilx Indian Residential School Healing Gathering

puti kʷu‿alaʔ
The Syilx Indian Residential School (SIRS) Committee at the ONA holds an annual gathering for Syilx Okanagan residential school survivors, intergenerational survivors, and other family members to share stories, support each other, and participate in healing together.
Residential schools were extremely disruptive to Syilx Okanagan relationships. Families were separated and roles were forgotten, connections were lost, and sharing of culture between generations was disrupted. This event will be 2 days of working on our relationships with each other and with ourselves. Through various workshops, ceremony, and food, this event will bring survivors and Nation members together to heal and work towards a stronger, healthier Nation.
Open to Syilx Okanagan Nation Members & Community Members

DATE: November 28-29, 2022
TIME: 9 am – 4 pm
LOCATION: Spirit Ridge, Osoyoos
CONTACT: Raven Mikuletic, Communications Coordinator at rmikuletic@syilx.org or 250-707-0095 ext. 121
Use this link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeRV22RrkxsCA9uqljahKkDpIo-n-Ox758cDdySB3TPHoNhwA/viewform

Kiva Mh - Healing through Hip Hop, workshop & performance
2023-11-25 12:00 - 16:30 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Kiva Mh – Healing through hip hop workshop & performance
November 25 12:00pm – 4:30pm @Head of the Lake Hall
Youth aged 13-18
Event is free!
Lunch is provided and there will be door prizes
For more info or to register please contact:
Nicole Sullivan – Peer Support worker: 250 309 7364
“The Okanagan Indian Band Health Harm Reduction program is proud to present a empowering event for youth age 13-18 – the ‘Healing through Hip-Hop Workshop’ featuring the talented Kiva MH. This workshop will serve as an engaging introduction to hip-hop songwriting, emphasizing the importance of song structure and lyrical expression.
In addition to exploring the art of hip-hop, this workshop aims to create awareness around the crucial topic of self-harm, drawing from Kiva MH’s own personal experiences as a source of inspiration and healing. Kiva MH will guide each participant through the process of crafting their own verse, while simultaneously fostering an understanding of the powerful connection between music and the journey to healing.
Join us for a day of learning and creativity! Lunch will be provided for all participants, and there will be exciting door prizes to add an element of fun and surprise to this empowering experience.”

Screening of 'Beans' the movie
2023-11-22 17:00 - 19:30
Screening of ‘Beans’ the movie
The Okanagan Indian Band Health team welcomes you to see the screening of ‘Beans’ at the Vernon Towne Theatre with pizza, popcorn and drinks!
November 22nd
Doors open 5:00pm
Pizza served 5:30pm
Movie starts 6:00pm
Limited seats available, Please RSVP
For more information please contact
Nicole Sullivan, Peer Support Worker
250 309 7364

November Parents Forum night
2023-11-22 17:00 - 19:00 | New Horizons
November Parent’s forum night
Wednesday November 22, 5:00-7:00pm @ New Horizons

Agenda:
5:00pm – Dinner
5:30-6:15pm – My Ed information presentation
6:15-7:00 Open Discussion
Please register here if you would like
to receive a grocery box or grocery gift card
https://forms.office.com/r/A080CqZiiz
Deadline for grocery box registration is November 17

Yuwipi Ceremony
2023-11-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Yuwipi Ceremony
November 21st 5:00pm – 7:00pm
About the Ceremony:
Yuwipi is a traditional Lakota healing ceremony. During the ceremony the healer is tied up with a special blanket and ropes, and the healer and their supporters pray and sing for the healing of the person who has asked for the ceremony. The ceremony is for the benefit of our community. Women will be required to skirts during ceremony, no women cant attend if on their moon cycle. Another requirement to be sober four days before.
Any question please call Grant Louis 250-306-7179

BreathArmy - Unlock your hidden potential
2023-11-20 17:30 - 19:30 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
BreathArmy – Unlock your hidden potential
November 20th 5:30pm-7:30pm @ Head of the Lake Hall
Cutting edge tools to harness the power of your breath, optimize
your health and performance, find freedom through regulation,
release your limiting beliefs, tap into your true potential and
manifest your destiny!
Limited space available
For more information or to register contact:
Grant Louis – 250 306 7179 or addworker@okanagan.org

Public Safety team: Legal & Wellness information session
2023-11-17 09:00 - 14:00 | Public Safety Office
Okanagan Indian Band Public Safety Team invites you to a
Legal & Wellness Information session
Based on requests from membership, the Public Safety team has invited and will host the following legal presenters. Come and hear the following presenters and ask questions.

9 a.m. Welcome and Welcoming Prayer

9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Wills and Estates – Pushor Mitchel – Sayre Potter

11 a.m. to 12 p.m. Lunch Break. Light refreshments and snacks will be provided.

12 p.m. to -1 p.m. Bounce Back. Reclaim Your Health – Sherida Crane, CMHA

1 p.m. to 2 p.m. Native Court worker – Deanna Gooden

Note: space will be available for confidential enquiries with presenters.
Date: November 17, 2023
Location: n’kmaplqs Wellness Centre, Public Safety Office
118 Head of Lake Road, Lower level
For more information: Email: publicsafety@okanagan.org

Final Language and Culture strategy engagement session
2023-11-16 17:00 - 20:00 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
way̓ x̌ast sx̌lx̌aʕlt | Hello and good day,
Please join the Okanagan Indian Band’s Language & Culture Department in celebrating the final Language & Culture Strategy Plan with a shared meal together. We will be having one final gathering session to celebrate the work and insight OKIB has contributed to this project.
Please join us at the Head of the Lake Hall on November 16th between 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
If you have any questions please contact the Language & Culture Admin Assistant, Gavin Muselle: languageadmin2@okanagan.org. PLEASE REGISTER HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScEoPxHcfJx60F79oP0DYksWSLRgYb-PtjfEGt9QO5rE85bGw/viewform

Gravel pit engagement session for Membership
2023-11-15 17:30 - 18:30 | Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road
Gravel Pit Engagement session for Membership
November 15th starting at 5:30pm
Refreshments will be served
Head of the Lake Hall
For more information contact
250-545-3424 or by email at communications@okibgc.ca

OKIB Community Covid 19 & Flu clinics
2023-11-09 09:00 - 16:00 | Health Building, 76 Head of the Lake Road
OKIB Community Covid 19 & Flu clinics
*Please note the clinic will be closed from 12 to 1pm for lunch*
COVID-19 and Flu Season
The COVID-19 pandemic has made it more important
than ever to get immunized against the flu. Especially
during this time of the COVID-19 pandemic.
If you start to feel unwell, it can be hard to
determine if you are sick because of the flu virus
or COVID-19, because the flu and COVID-19 have
some of the same symptoms.
Although both of these viruses can make you feel
very sick, the flu vaccination will protect you from
Influenza.
It is possible to have concurrent infections of
Influenza and COVID-19 which are different viruses
of different families. To avoid this, it is highly
recommended to have your annual flu shot.
Influenza vaccines are the best way
to prevent the flu and are free to all
First Nations/Aboriginal Peoples.
If you have any questions please contact 250-542-5094
Okanagan Indian Band- Health and Family Service Department
