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We’re excited to announce that we have launched an OKIB Member Business Directory on our website! This is a fantastic opportunity for you to promote your business and connect with the community. -Visit the website: https://www.okibgc.ca/services-9 Entry application is at the bottom of the page

October 9th 5:00pm – 6:45pm – Head of the Lake Hall Open to all Syilx nation Members. The Syilx Nation Data Plan has been guided by the collective knowledge and wisdom of our ancestors, elders, knowledge keepers, and Nation members of today to plan and prepare for the people-to-be. Good quality wellness data helps with community planning and monitoring of

EVENT DATES: 3pm Wednesday, October 16 – 12pm Sunday, October 20, 2024 LOCATION: Naramata Centre, Naramata, BC; Penticton, BC; Okanagan River (near Oliver, BC) Our annual Salmon Warrior Gathering is just weeks away and we still have some seats available. Do you have someone aged 19-29 in mind who has the heart of a Salmon Warrior?? It’s not too late

Way’ Members, RECS cheques for the 2024-2025 fiscal year are being processed and will soon be sent out. Keep an eye out for them. Cheques will be issued to every band member who where between the ages of 0-18 years of age as of April 1st, 2024. The prior policy was to issue checks on a first come first serve

Dear Okanagan Indian Band Members: On behalf of the Okanagan Indian Band (OKIB), Chief and Council are holding a Band Membership Referendum to determine, by a simple majority, if voting members are favourable to 99-year term leases on Okanagan Indian Band Reserve Lands. Please see the attached information document regarding the referendum. Referendum Info package Attached as well is ISC’s

If you’re interested in developing your land, we want to hear from you! The Okanagan Indian Band Group of Companies is committed to supporting our community in maximizing the potential of your properties. For further inquiries contact:Tetku Marchandtetku@okibgc.ca / info@okibgc.ca250-545-3424

We want to feature your art! The OKIB Group of Companies is looking for quotes on artwork for display in our office and for potential future gifts. This is a wonderful opportunity to showcase your talent and have your art featured in a professional setting. Submit your work and pricing today to be part of celebrating the creativity and culture

The OKIB Group of Companies is seeking OKIB Band Members with construction management experience for upcoming projects. If you have relevant expertise, we want to hear from you! Contact us to explore how your skills can contribute to our growing initiatives. For further inquiries contact: Tetku Marchand tetku@okibgc.ca or info@okibgc.ca 250-545-3424

October 15th at the Bluebird Building from 5pm to 8pm learn new tips and recipes on fall soups with Chantelle Eustache and the Food Security Program, this coming October 15th! Snacks and beverages will be providedAll ages and cooking skill levels welcome Registration link: https://forms.office.com/r/RgH4BjzgT2

Okanagan College, Vernon campus, is hosting a Free Application Night on Wednesday, October 9thfrom 4:30-6:30 p.m. in the campus Library. Future students can apply to ANY OC program, regardless of the campus the program is run at, for FREE during the event! Our student services team members will be on hand to answer questions, guide you through the application process,