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Community Update: Food and Essential Supplies Available at Bluebird
Read more: Community Update: Food and Essential Supplies Available at BluebirdUpdate as of 2:30pm, Aug. 24, 2026 The OKIB Wellness Team has been gathering food, toiletries and other essential supplies at the Bluebird Building to continue supporting Members and families during wildfire recovery. Beginning Tuesday, August 25, Bluebird will be open for Members to stop by, pick up available food and essential items, and take…
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BC Hydro bill help for British Columbians who are evacuated
Read more: BC Hydro bill help for British Columbians who are evacuatedUpdate as of 9:00am, Aug 23, 2026 Please note: This is not an Okanagan Indian Band announcement. The following information is being shared by OKIB on behalf of BC Hydro to provide members with information about bill credits and payment assistance available to customers affected by evacuation orders. We know that the last thing you’re…
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Community Update: Use Caution Following Heavy Rainfall
Read more: Community Update: Use Caution Following Heavy RainfallUpdate as of 7:00 p.m., Aug. 22, 2026 The first significant rainfall since the Bradley Creek Wildfire moved through the area this evening, bringing a brief period of intense rain. Following a wildfire, burned areas can react differently to heavy rainfall. With less vegetation and changes to the soil, water can move more quickly across…
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FortisBC offers bill credits and billing relief for wildfire affected communities
Read more: FortisBC offers bill credits and billing relief for wildfire affected communitiesPlease note: This is not an Okanagan Indian Band announcement. The following news release is being shared by OKIB on behalf of FortisBC to provide members with information about billing relief available to customers affected by recent wildfires. Kelowna, B.C. ̶ August 14, 2026: To support communities impacted by wildfires, FortisBC Energy Inc. and FortisBC…
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Restoration of TELUS Service on IR 1
Read more: Restoration of TELUS Service on IR 1Please note: This is not an Okanagan Indian Band announcement. The following information is being shared by OKIB on behalf of TELUS to provide members with an update on the restoration of telecommunications services following the recent wildfires. August 17, 2026 Standing with the Okanagan Indian Band Our thoughts are with every member and family…
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Community Update: Meal Service and Emergency Support Services
Read more: Community Update: Meal Service and Emergency Support ServicesUpdate as of 1:00pm, Aug. 21, 2026 As recovery from the Bradley Creek Wildfire continues, the need for some emergency services is beginning to change. Due to a decrease in demand for prepared meals, served meal service at the Creekside Conference Centre has now ended. On Monday, August 24, the Blue Bird team will provide…
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Community Update: Important Update on OKIB Emergency Support Services
Read more: Community Update: Important Update on OKIB Emergency Support ServicesUpdate as off 12:30pm, Aug. 16, 2026 Please be advised, if your residence is in an area where and Evacuation Order has been rescinded, and you currently have ESS accommodations approved to a future date, you may remain in your accommodation until the approved expiry date. You do not have to leave your accommodation prematurely.…
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