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Learn how to pronounce snyaʕ̓tán (The nsyilxcən name for Vernon’s Active Living Centre)

  • Learn how to pronounce snyaʕ̓tán (The nsyilxcən name for Vernon’s Active Living Centre)

    Learn how to pronounce snyaʕ̓tán (The nsyilxcən name for Vernon’s Active Living Centre)

    October 8, 2026

    Vernon’s new Active Living Centre now carries the nsyilxcən name snyaʕ̓tán, meaning ‘where they gather and play.’ The name was unveiled on October 7, 2026, by the Okanagan Indian Band and the City of Vernon. It was brought forward by Pauline Archachan, Herbert Bonneau, Virginia Gregoire and Doreene Kaye, who considered how the new facility…

    Read more: Learn how to pronounce snyaʕ̓tán (The nsyilxcən name for Vernon’s Active Living Centre)
  • October 7th Family Drum Night Cancelled

    October 7th Family Drum Night Cancelled

    October 7, 2026

    Way’ Members, out of respect for the family, tonight’s Family Drum Night at Head of the Lake Hall will be cancelled. Limlemt for your understanding.

    Read more: October 7th Family Drum Night Cancelled
  • Call for interest: Early Years, Youth and Parent Education Retreat

    Call for interest: Early Years, Youth and Parent Education Retreat

    September 17, 2026

    way̓ x̌ast sx̌lx̌alt | hello and good day, Save the date! 🌿 The Early Years, Youth & Parent Education Retreat is coming this fall — a chance for our families to connect, share, and learn together. This retreat brings parents and caregivers of early years and school-aged children together for keynote speakers, workshops, cultural activities,…

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  • Happening this week: Learn how to bead an orange shirt pin

    Happening this week: Learn how to bead an orange shirt pin

    September 14, 2026

    September 16th and 23rd from 5pm to 8pm at the Education Language and Culture Boardroom Limited seats available! Please make sure you can attend both sessions. Register here: https://forms.gle/EeD9RYDNuMnSiqQk8 Or email Lceycoordinator@okanagan.org

    Read more: Happening this week: Learn how to bead an orange shirt pin
  • OKIB Culture Camp

    OKIB Culture Camp

    September 14, 2026

    September 26th & October 3rd We are happy to announce that we were able to reschedule some of August Culture Camp events.  Register here: https://forms.gle/N4mvW4RU9HYReTQG9 Refreshments and dinner will be provided. 

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  • Pass Your Knowledge On to OKIB Youth 🌿

    Pass Your Knowledge On to OKIB Youth 🌿

    September 11, 2026

    The OKIB Language & Culture Program is inviting Elders, Knowledge Keepers, fluent speakers, artists, harvesters, storytellers, makers, and community members to share their knowledge and skills with OKIB youth ages 13–18 through an intergenerational mentorship program. Interested in being involved? Complete the Expression of Interest form by September 18, 2026. 📲 Scan the QR code…

    Read more: Pass Your Knowledge On to OKIB Youth 🌿
  • Reclaiming My Language: A Course for Silent Speakers

    Reclaiming My Language: A Course for Silent Speakers

    September 8, 2026

    Starts on September 28, we will be meeting on Mondays from 2:00pm – 4:30pm This program is designed to help Silent Speakers build confidence, overcome barriers, and find their voice in nsyilxcen through supportive, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy-based approaches. Ready to find your voice? ̣10-week program 2-3 hours per week Register: https://forms.gle/2yr63nn29g2PbUT5A Questions? Contact: languageinstructor1@okanagan.org

    Read more: Reclaiming My Language: A Course for Silent Speakers
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