Update as of 3:00pm, August 28th, 2026 Way’ Members, Canada Post will be offering a complimentary one year mail forwarding service for households impacted by the Bradley Creek wildfire. Eligible customers will need to confirm their postal code in person to get access to the mail forwarding service. Deadline to register is September 14th, 2026.…

Way’ Members, The OKIB EOC has scheduled one additional day for fridge and freezer pick up from our contractor for Members who may have missed the previous pick-up days. If you would like to dispose of your fridge: ·Please tape up your fridge or freezer. ·Call First On Site to coordinate a pick-up time, then…

Update as of 11:30pm August 24, 2026 Way’ Members, just a reminder, if you are still looking to get your fridge and freezer removed and have not yet done so, today is the last day of fridge and freezer pick up. OKIB Recommends that members clean their fridges instead of removal where possible. For more…

*UPDATE as of August 19th, 2026* As of August 19th, The fire status has now been updated to ‘Under Control by BC Wildfire Service. ————————————– Update as of 2:30pm, August 18th, 2026 Way’ Members, Please be advised that the new fire start, K41698 above Six Mile along Six Mile Creek Road, outside of OKIB IR…

Update as of 1:00pm, August 16th, Way’ Members, The Okanagan Indian Band Emergency Operations Centre would like to clarify That Emergency Support Services will continue to be available for residents whose properties are still within the Evacuation Order area, and those with Extenuating Circumstances. Please contact your local ESS Reception Centre to renew your support.…