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Way’ Members, the Status Card Registration and Renewals workshop scheduled for May 4th has been postponed by FNHA. Notice for the new workshop will be posted when a new date has been selected.

Way’ Members, the May edition of Senklip Newsletter is now available to read online! The physical copies have been mailed out and should be arriving next week. This month’s edition features a look into the Harm reduction team’s ‘Fly’s Wellness’ a program guided by captikʷł, How Food Was Given and so much more. You can read the Digital copy online

April 30th 2026 In our region, emergency events can happen quickly. We’ve learned that wildfires, floods, severe storms, and power outages are part of the reality we live with. Knowing what could happen where you live is the first step. When you understand the risks, it becomes easier to make clear decisions if something does happen. Emergency Preparedness Week is

Charcuterie Board May 3rd – 1pm start time at the Bluebird building Register here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=XcU_HRxjgkOIb8O_PgU749ziRELkoftCqn0qzvyn3UlUN0JBSE5aT0E1VThTSlQ3TUVJR0ZWNzQyRS4u Tacos May 10th – 1pm start time at the Bluebird building Register here: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=XcU_HRxjgkOIb8O_PgU749ziRELkoftCqn0qzvyn3UlUQVQzN0RGU0xBN0gxTDlaOEVBVUJWM0VDWC4u

Register here: https://forms.gle/MGW8FtumcagRu2tf6 The Okanagan Indian Band Language & Culture Program is looking for Youth Workers to help support our annual kn sqilxʷ day celebration in honour of National Indigenous Peoples Day. Youth workers will assist with activities and event support throughout the day. Youth will be paid $18.25 per hour, based on the number of hours worked (up to a maximum of 7.5 hours). If you are between the

 Date: Sunday, June 21, 2026 Location: Komasket Park Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Vendor registration link: https://forms.gle/2SAUGSqeJr3QAMEN6 If you are interested in attending as a vendor, please complete the vendor application form linked below. Our team will review submissions and follow up within the next few weeks to confirm attendance. Please review the poster for additional event and vendor details. If you have any questions,

Way̓ Members, The Lands Department has moved to a new location and is now operating out of 16 Bonneau Road (lower level). This move brings the team together in a dedicated space to continue supporting community needs related to lands, planning, and stewardship. While the location has changed, all contact numbers remain the same, and services continue without interruption. The

Way’ Members, please be advised: As a reminder, all Members planning to cross the United States border are strongly encouraged to carry a letter signed by Chief Dan Wilson. These letters are prepared by the Membership Clerk and forwarded to Chief for signature. Requests must be submitted well in advance of your intended travel date to ensure there is enough

April 21, 2026 way’ Members, The Okanagan Indian Band (OKIB) will be transitioning from Zoom to Microsoft Teams for virtual meetings. Key Dates:April 27th – Final day using ZoomMay 4th – First meeting hosted on Microsoft Teams This change is part of our efforts to improve collaboration, security, and overall meeting experience. How to Join Microsoft TeamsMicrosoft Teams is free,

April 17th, 2026 tkwəɬniwt (Westbank, BC), Syilx Okanagan Nation Territory: The Syilx Okanagan Chiefs Executive Council stands with Joan Phillip, MLA, in her principled decision not to support the suspension of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA). Her position reflects the strength of leadership our people expect and a commitment to uphold the Province’s obligations to