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June 2, 2025 - uncategorized

Health Bulletin – Check immunization records before travelling

With increasing numbers of measles cases in Canada and abroad, it is important to ensure you are protected before traveling to areas with high measles rates. About Measles: Measles is a very contagious viral infection that spreads through the air and close contact. Symptoms include rash, fever, cough, and tiredness. In some cases, measles can cause serious health problems or
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May 30, 2025 - uncategorized

The June Edition of Senklip is now available online!

Way’ Members, the June edition of Senklip is now available to read online! You can read the full edition here: June Senklip Newsletter
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May 30, 2025 - uncategorized

Youth Art Contest – HPV Cancer Care Action Campaign

Deadline: June 30th $50 for entering for the first 25 artists, $500 per winning submission How to enter:
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May 30, 2025 - uncategorized

HPV Awareness

Did you know there’s a common virus called HPV that can lead to cancer later in life? The good news is that the HPV vaccine can help protect you from 6 types of cancer. If you would like to know more about the HPV vaccine or book an appointment to receive it, call the OKIB Community Health Nurse at (250)
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May 30, 2025 - uncategorized

Moccasin Bootcamp happening tonight!

May 30th 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
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May 30, 2025 - uncategorized

Band Council meeting, June 2nd – Irregular schedule

Way’ Members, the upcoming Band Council on June 2nd meeting will have an irregular schedule with the In Camera portion of the meeting happening in the morning first from 9 am to 12pm, and the open session happening after at 1:00pm.
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May 29, 2025 - uncategorized

Traffic Concerns Questionnaire

Way’ Members, The Health Department is running a questionnaire on traffic concerns on reserve. You can complete the questionnaire by either scanning the QR code or using the link below: https://forms.office.com/r/6Crc7xquFz Complete the questionnaire for a chance to win a prize! Prizes will be drawn on June 12th.
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May 29, 2025 - uncategorized

Happening tonight: Bill C-92 Information Session

Thursday May 29th , 5:00pm at Head of the Lake Hall Dinner, Presentation and Q&A Meeting will also be available on zoom: Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82864405111?pwd=EkGfK0dTSN2AaLdfNG9eJ3wXuAbAbm.1 Meeting ID: 828 6440 5111 Passcode: 846593 This event aims to celebrate and promote awareness of Bill C-92 – An Act respecting First Nations, Inuit and Métis children, youth and families. It was developed with the
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May 28, 2025 - uncategorized

Kids Regalia Making

pənkin: June 4 & 5 (girls) June 10 & 12 (boys) 5:00pm – 8:00pm kaʔkin: HOL Hall register using this link: https://forms.gle/dryBFGcNQnDgmyzp8 Seats are limited. After registering an email will be sent out with a material list. It is highly recommended that participants bring own sewing machine however, there will be a few spare machines available. *Please note with the limited
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May 28, 2025 - uncategorized

Chinook Salmon fry release ceremony

The Syilx Nation invites you to join us to give prayers for the release of Chinook Salmon fry throughout the Syilx Okanagan Territory! Salmon River (DATE CHANGE) June 5th, 2025 – 10:00 am Tim’s By The River Campsite For more information contact: Event Planner events@syilx.org or 250 707 0095 www.okanagannation.com
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