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Way’ Members, The Food Security Program is looking for your feedback on last year’s Food related events. Complete the FSI 2024 Summer Feedback survey by January 24th for a chance to win a number of great prizes! Food Security Program feedback survey Use the link attached, scan the QR code, or pick up a paper copy at the Health desk

Way’ Members, Constable Neil Horne, will be starting Office hours at the Duck Lake Gathering Center (10591 Okanagan Center Rd E, Lake Country) on Wednesdays from 11am to 3pm beginning January 8th. Feel free to stop by to ask questions, make comments or express any concerns you may have.

Way’ Members,Out of respect for the family, the Audited Financial Statements meeting scheduled for the evening of January 6th has been postponed. A new date will be announced soon.

Announcing the passing of Leona Bonneau August 31, 1956 to January 2, 2025 Beloved friend, sister, mother and grandmother. The Wake takes place January 3 to 6 at Head of the Lake Hall, 118 Head of the Lake Road, Vernon. Visitors are welcome. Leona will be brought out Sunday, January 5 at 9am. Her celebration of life will be held

January 2025 is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month Contact us at the OKIB Medical Clinic to learn more about Alzheimer’s Disease. Whether you are seeking information, have questions, or want to discuss concerns, we’re here to help. We offer testing options to assess memory, cognitive health, and provide guidance for next steps. Call the OKIB Clinic to book an appointment with the

Mental Health & Wellness Holiday Resources Please use these numbers

Way’ Members, attached are the emergency contact numbers for OKIB departments over the holiday season. Holiday Closure Emergency Contact Numbers for OKIB Departments

January 4th 12:30pm – 3:00pm OKIB Youth Activities is excited to host an all-ages Family Event for OKIB Members in collaboration with Sovereign Lake and Spirit North. Join us for Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing, and other winter activities at Sovereign Lake Nordic Club on Saturday January 4th from 12:30-3:00pm! All equipment and passes will be available, free of charge, to

Way’ Members, attached is the holiday hours for the OKIB Health clinic. Questions? Please contact: 250-542-5094 Okanagan Indian Band Health and Wellness Department

January 10th and 17thPick up begins at 3:30pm and returns at 8:00pm Pick up from Bluebird building, Whiteman’s Creek, Round Lake, Six Mile Firehall and in Vernon. Riders must register!Riders bound to a wheelchair must have an escort. Riders under the age of 13 must have a guardian/parent. To register or for more information please call or text Rayne at