Band Council Meeting at Duck Lake Way’ Members, the upcoming Band Council be hosted at 10150 Bottom Wood Lake Road. June 1st Dinner at 4:00pm, Meeting staring at 5:00pm. This meeting is for Band Members only. Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/230116005895874?p=aUzPDlhrEp1orWkEsa Meeting ID: 230 116 005 895 874
The syilx Community Safety team has identified the 2026 Cultural Safety Education schedule and would like to extend the invitation to OKIB members. CSE is hosted at the syilx Community Safety office (118 Head of the Lake Rd) and facilitated by Chris Marchand and Eric Mitchell. This two day Cultural Safety Education uses a relational process to reflect […]
Returning to Ourselves Wellness day – location change June 3rd, 12pm to 8pm Call Kayla to book: 250-241-5776 Way’ Members, the returning to ourselves wellness day will be now hosted at the Social Development Office (76 Head of the Lake Road, lower level) due to a scheduling conflict. The jewelry and ribbon skirt workshops will […]
The syilx Community Safety team has identified the 2026 Cultural Safety Education schedule and would like to extend the invitation to OKIB members. CSE is hosted at the syilx Community Safety office (118 Head of the Lake Rd) and facilitated by Chris Marchand and Eric Mitchell. This two day Cultural Safety Education uses a relational process to reflect […]
Blue Jean Day at North Okanagan Friendship Centre Society June 4th 11am to 1pm at NOFCS, 2904 29th ave Vernon Blue Jean Jacket Day is the counter part for Red Dress Day where we will be holding space and raising awareness for the Missing, Murdered & Expoloited Indigenous Men & Boys. Wear denim, eat some […]
2026 Spirit of Syilx Unity Run June 4th to 7th Mica to Farquier Registration coming soon Day 1: Opening ceremony at 2pm – Potlach creek to Goldstream Bridge Day 2 Goldstream Bridge to Revelstoke Day 3 Revelstoke to Nakusp Day 4 Nakusp to Faquier/ Needles *Schedule is subject to change* Suicide and Violence Awareness […]
2026 Spirit of Syilx Unity Run June 4th to 7th Mica to Farquier Registration coming soon Day 1: Opening ceremony at 2pm – Potlach creek to Goldstream Bridge Day 2 Goldstream Bridge to Revelstoke Day 3 Revelstoke to Nakusp Day 4 Nakusp to Faquier/ Needles *Schedule is subject to change* Suicide and Violence Awareness […]
Moccasin Bootcamp 2026 Session #2 Fridays April 17th through June 19th 5:00pm to 6:00pm with Brandy Griffin at Fearless Training Okanagan at 3105 28th street, Vernon BC. Way’ Members, Moccasin bootcamp restarts beginning this Friday, April 17th and continuing for 10 sessions until June 19th. Join the weekly Moccasin Bootcamp for Strength and conditioning Training! […]
2026 Spirit of Syilx Unity Run June 4th to 7th Mica to Farquier Registration coming soon Day 1: Opening ceremony at 2pm – Potlach creek to Goldstream Bridge Day 2 Goldstream Bridge to Revelstoke Day 3 Revelstoke to Nakusp Day 4 Nakusp to Faquier/ Needles *Schedule is subject to change* Suicide and Violence Awareness […]
2026 Spirit of Syilx Unity Run June 4th to 7th Mica to Farquier Registration coming soon Day 1: Opening ceremony at 2pm – Potlach creek to Goldstream Bridge Day 2 Goldstream Bridge to Revelstoke Day 3 Revelstoke to Nakusp Day 4 Nakusp to Faquier/ Needles *Schedule is subject to change* Suicide and Violence Awareness […]
OKIB Elder and Youth Sewing workshop Do you have your or your child’s graduation coming up and want to make a ribbon skirt or vest? Please register to attend – Sharmaine: 250-241-4934 or Candace: 250-309-0137 Sunday June 7th – 10am to 4pm at the Bluebird building Monday June 8th – 4pm to 8pm at the […]
OKIB Fire Dept Open House and Community Appreciation Event June 7th, 10:30am to 3:30pm at the OKIB Fire Hall, #4 Bonneau Rd -Free bbq burgers, hotdogs and bannock -Meet the fire fighters and watch them compete -Fire planning and fire extinguisher training -Opportunity for kids to use the fire hoses. -An opportunity for new recruits […]
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 https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82864405111?pwd=EkGfK0dTSN2AaLdfNG9eJ3wXuAbAbm.1 Meeting ID: 828 6440 5111 Passcode: 846593
OKIB Elder and Youth Sewing workshop Do you have your or your child’s graduation coming up and want to make a ribbon skirt or vest? Please register to attend – Sharmaine: 250-241-4934 or Candace: 250-309-0137 Sunday June 7th – 10am to 4pm at the Bluebird building Monday June 8th – 4pm to 8pm at the […]
4th Annual Stickgame Tournament June 12th – 14th 2026 at Komasket Park Friday June 12th All day open games Family friendly Open stick games – come play, watch and learn Saturday June 13th -Jackpot tournament Registration 12pm to 4pm Fee: $125 per team (2-5 players/Team-Double KO) 3pm Opening/Welcoming & Traditional Fames 6pm Tournament Start 1st […]
Moccasin Bootcamp 2026 Session #2 Fridays April 17th through June 19th 5:00pm to 6:00pm with Brandy Griffin at Fearless Training Okanagan at 3105 28th street, Vernon BC. Way’ Members, Moccasin bootcamp restarts beginning this Friday, April 17th and continuing for 10 sessions until June 19th. Join the weekly Moccasin Bootcamp for Strength and conditioning Training! […]
4th Annual Komasket Powwow June 12th -14th Powwow entry is free, camping for the weekend, $20. Switch Dance and Hand Drum Specials – Hosted by the Komasket Powwow committee Teen (13 and older) and Adult Team Dance Special – Hosted by the Marchand and Oliverius Family Women’s Traditional Special – Hosted by the Robbins and Louis Family Grand […]
4th Annual Stickgame Tournament June 12th – 14th 2026 at Komasket Park Friday June 12th All day open games Family friendly Open stick games – come play, watch and learn Saturday June 13th -Jackpot tournament Registration 12pm to 4pm Fee: $125 per team (2-5 players/Team-Double KO) 3pm Opening/Welcoming & Traditional Fames 6pm Tournament Start 1st […]
4th Annual Komasket Powwow June 12th -14th Powwow entry is free, camping for the weekend, $20. Switch Dance and Hand Drum Specials – Hosted by the Komasket Powwow committee Teen (13 and older) and Adult Team Dance Special – Hosted by the Marchand and Oliverius Family Women’s Traditional Special – Hosted by the Robbins and Louis Family Grand […]
4th Annual Stickgame Tournament June 12th – 14th 2026 at Komasket Park Friday June 12th All day open games Family friendly Open stick games – come play, watch and learn Saturday June 13th -Jackpot tournament Registration 12pm to 4pm Fee: $125 per team (2-5 players/Team-Double KO) 3pm Opening/Welcoming & Traditional Fames 6pm Tournament Start 1st […]
4th Annual Komasket Powwow June 12th -14th Powwow entry is free, camping for the weekend, $20. Switch Dance and Hand Drum Specials – Hosted by the Komasket Powwow committee Teen (13 and older) and Adult Team Dance Special – Hosted by the Marchand and Oliverius Family Women’s Traditional Special – Hosted by the Robbins and Louis Family Grand […]
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 https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82864405111?pwd=EkGfK0dTSN2AaLdfNG9eJ3wXuAbAbm.1 Meeting ID: 828 6440 5111 Passcode: 846593
CHRT 41 Community Engagement Session June 18th 12:00pm at Head of the Lake Hall Okanagan Indian Band is inviting community members to take part in an engagement session for the Youth and Parenting Centres, as part of OKIB’S CHRT 41 work. What is CHRT 41? chrt 41 is funding that supports First Nations in improving […]
Moccasin Bootcamp 2026 Session #2 Fridays April 17th through June 19th 5:00pm to 6:00pm with Brandy Griffin at Fearless Training Okanagan at 3105 28th street, Vernon BC. Way’ Members, Moccasin bootcamp restarts beginning this Friday, April 17th and continuing for 10 sessions until June 19th. Join the weekly Moccasin Bootcamp for Strength and conditioning Training! […]
SAVE THE DATE – kn sqilxʷ sx̌lx̌ʕalt 2026 Please join us as we come together to celebrate kn sqilxʷ sx̌lx̌ʕalt (National Indigenous Peoples Day). June 21, 2026 Komasket Park This will be a day of community, culture, and celebration. More event details will be shared soon. Vendors If you are interested in attending as a vendor, please […]
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 https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82864405111?pwd=EkGfK0dTSN2AaLdfNG9eJ3wXuAbAbm.1 Meeting ID: 828 6440 5111 Passcode: 846593
Elders Program – Processing sx̌ʷusəm and making Indian ice cream June 24th, 5pm at Bluebird building To register contact: Sharmaine: 250-241-4934 Candace 250-309-0137
OKIB Graduation Dinner June 24th, 5:30pm to 8:00pm at Komasket Park Please RSVP by June 12th: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=XcU_HRxjgkOIb8O_PgU744DwqA8Z_o1AoAYCcqE-i1BURFRYSTNJRDI5VjRVVFBSRkpNQjdHTU1ORC4u&route=shorturl Please note that, due to tent capacity limitations, each graduate may bring up to five (5) guests. If space allows due to cancellations, we may be able to accommodate additional guests.
Junior ESS Program – Emergency Support Services June 27th, 9:00am to 4:00pm at New Horizons way’ Members, Junior Emergency Support Services (ESS) Program – Justice Institute BC (online training) Calling on all grade 10-12 OKIB students and OKIB Youth under the age of 25. What is it? A structured, membership-based Youth program focused on emergency […]
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 https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82864405111?pwd=EkGfK0dTSN2AaLdfNG9eJ3wXuAbAbm.1 Meeting ID: 828 6440 5111 Passcode: 846593