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Way’ Members, Out of respect for the family tonight’s OKIB General Band Meeting is being postponed with a new meeting date to be determined. Limlemt for your understanding.

Interior Health has confirmed a single measles case in Kamloops. To check record or book an appointment call the Community Health Nurse at 250-542-5094 or email okibrn@okanagan.org. Interior Health is following up directly with individuals who are known to have been exposed to the case as part of normal contact tracing. The risk to the broader public is considered low.

July 12th @ 1900 Quail Lane, Westbank BC Siyaten Festival is the sister event to our traditional síyaʔ celebration. Celebrate the beauty and richness of syilx culture at the Siyaten Festival this July 12th 2025 at 1900 Quail lane! Enjoy a vibrant day filled with Cultural Performances and Entertainment, including traditional Dancing. For the whole family, there’s a Kids Fun Zone with games and activities for children.

Today at the bluebird the Health team will be giving out free Mandarin oranges from approximately 11:30 to 3:30pm. Oranges will be first come first served until they’re gone. Please bring your own bag!

Tuesday June 24th 1:00pm-4:00pmFriday June 27th 9:00pm-12:00pmat the OKIB Health Centre Boardroom Call the OKIB Community Health Nurse for more info or if you have questions at: 250-542-5094 Who is it for?-Infants over 12 months who have not received their first dose of the measles vaccine-Children aged 4-6 who have not received their second dose of the measles vaccine-Children over

Dear Community Members, We wish to inform you that the OKIB Medical Clinic is currently experiencing extended wait times for appointments. This situation is due to: We understand how frustrating delays can be and want to assure you that our team is doing everything possible to manage schedules, triage urgent needs, and maintain quality care.  What to Expect:  How You Can Help:

Know the symptoms of heat-related illness Heat Exhaustion: • heavy sweating • headache • muscle cramps • extreme thirst • dark yellow pee Heat Stroke: • high body temperature • confusion • dizziness/fainting • flushed skin Heat stroke is a medical emergency; call 911. How to stay safe during extreme heat events -Close windows and curtains during the day and

The OKIB Language and Culture Program is looking for 10 OKIB youth ages 14 to 18 to assist with activities throughout the day on sqilxw day Saturday June 21, 2025 between the hours of 9:00 am – 6:00 pm Registration: https://forms.gle/rzfLrKPgDEtjBdsm9

way̓ x̌ast sx̌lx̌ʕalt, The OKIB Language & Culture Program is happy to share this years activities for our annual kn sqilxʷ sx̌l̓x̌ʕalt (Indigenous Peoples Day) event.We hope to see you all at Komasket Park on June 21st! limləmt

June 13th Way’ Members, Moccasin bootcamp will be happening tonight at Fearless Training Okanagan in Vernon. Join us for a one hour training session from 5:10 – 6:10pm at Fearless Training Okanagan, 3105 28th Street, Vernon BC. For more information contact: Ruby Alexis (250) 542 7132