The 2022 Syilx Fall Hunting Camp is on from September 25-October 5, 2022! Open to all Syilx members, this camp is an opportunity to assert our inherent rights and responsibilities, gather traditional foods for those that can’t harvest, and reintroduce youth to traditional hunting practices and protocols. Location: Brenda Lake (60km up the HWY […]
Members, the upcoming Band Council Committee meeting will held in person at Head of the Lake Hall as well as on Zoom. Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81979759495?pwd=WUJtL25HT3UvL1ZHTHFuQzhrVzQ5dz09 Meeting ID: 819 7975 9495 Passcode: 945226
Kamloops Wildlife Park Day Trip – Sept 26th During first Pro-D day, limited spots available. Pick up will be at Bluebird building, 10am Interested? email: [email protected]
Here is the link for today’s zoom session with the CRA: Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87936098684?pwd=VFJjY2xnamMvSzQ4UGRxMkM3eGJjdz09 Canada Revenue agency community engagement on benefits Tuesday Sept 27th @ Head of the Lake Hall Lunch: 12-1pm Session begins at 1:15-2:30pm Please join us as we welcome Canada Revenue Agency Representative Allison Reed (via Zoom ) to discuss […]
Drop In Covid 19 booster & Influenza shot clinic OKIB Health Center (76 Head of the Lake road)
Join us for a 5 km Walk for Reconciliation on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation! We will be departing from the Penticton Peach and making our way along the channel to the SIRS Monument outside the Penticton Hatchery on En’owkin Trail. We will have a shuttle available at the Penticton Hatchery at 9:30 am […]
Join us for the raising of the flags of the Syilx Nation and Okanagan Nation Alliance, and the reading of the 94 Calls to Action.
Friday, Sept 30th at 6:30pm Special performances by: Tonia Jo Hall as Auntie Beachress Howie Millar Csetkwe Free Admission! for tickets Call 250-549-7469 or vdpac.ca
Halloween Youth Activities Outing October 11, 6 to 8 PM TRANSPORTATION AVAILABLE – LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE ANY QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS PLEASE CHECK OUT THE WEBSITE OR EMAIL YOUTH ACTIVITIES AT [email protected] https://caravanfarmtheatre.com/show/sparagmos
Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81979759495?pwd=WUJtL25HT3UvL1ZHTHFuQzhrVzQ5dz09 Meeting ID: 819 7975 9495 Passcode: 945226
2022 MMIWG2S Gathering DATE: October 5-6, 2022 TIME: 9:00 am – 3:30 pm LOCATION: Kelowna Coast Capri CONTACT: Raven Mikuletic, Communications Coordinator at [email protected] or 250-707-0095 ext 121 The Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and 2SLBTQQIA+ (MMIWG2S) has been a National tragedy over many decades, and has affected the Syilx Nation directly through the […]
Natural Resources Committee Strategic Planning DATE: October 5 – 6, 2022 TIME: Oct 5th 1 pm – 7 pm | Oct 6th 9 am – 4pm LOCATION: Head of the Lake Hall, Vernon BC CONTACT: Cailyn Glasser, Natural Resource Manager at [email protected] or 250-469-1595 The Chiefs Executive Council and the Natural Resources Committee are […]
Natural Resources Committee Strategic Planning DATE: October 5 – 6, 2022 TIME: Oct 5th 1 pm – 7 pm | Oct 6th 9 am – 4pm LOCATION: Head of the Lake Hall, Vernon BC CONTACT: Cailyn Glasser, Natural Resource Manager at [email protected] or 250-469-1595 The Chiefs Executive Council and the Natural Resources Committee are […]
2022 MMIWG2S Gathering DATE: October 5-6, 2022 TIME: 9:00 am – 3:30 pm LOCATION: Kelowna Coast Capri CONTACT: Raven Mikuletic, Communications Coordinator at [email protected] or 250-707-0095 ext 121 The Missing & Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and 2SLBTQQIA+ (MMIWG2S) has been a National tragedy over many decades, and has affected the Syilx Nation directly through the […]
Use this link to register: https://forms.gle/GUMHkCLY3wKqDXST8 EXACT TIME TBD Please bring: Weather appropriate clothing Lunch & Water Bag & Scissors for harvesting Be prepared for winter driving conditions & for 2 hrs driving both ways
Youth Basketball 3×3 tournament Oct 7th 4-6pm @ Seaton Secondary School Prizes for winners! To register or if you have questions please contact the Youth Activities Coordinator at: [email protected] or call 250 241 6946
Syilx Nation nəqsiÍtət Family Declaration presentations – Sept 8th begins at 5pm Join us for a presentation and discussion on the Syilx Nation nəqsiÍtət Family Declaration to raise awareness and answer questions on how it can benefit our Nation’s families. The nəqsiÍtət Family Plan and the Nation Family Declaration, developed by elders and knowledge keepers, will […]
Lets Gather together: Baby and Toddler group, starting up Oct 11th on Tuesday’s 11AM-1PM @ Health Boardroom Refreshments and snacks will be provided. Health & Activity topics such as: -Nutrition/Baby’s first foods -Growth & Development -Oral health -Baby massage -Traditional crafts -Community kitchen -Water safety, and many many more topics
Covid 19 and Influenza vaccination for Children and Infants Ages 6 months to 11 years old eligible -By appointment Only- Call Melanie Marchand, Community Health Nurse to book: 250-542-5094
Drop In Covid 19 booster & Influenza shot clinic OKIB Health Center (76 Head of the Lake road)
SAVE THE DATE – OKIB ANNUAL WHAT’S IN YOUR HEART? HEALTH & WELLNESS FAIR Friday November 4th 1pm-7pm Saturday November 5th 9am-4pm Events TBA Location Head of the Lake Hall For more information Sandie Derrickson [email protected] 250 306 4404
Syilx Youth Camp October 14-16th @ Silver lake Camp, Peachland. Open to youth ages 13-18 Come join youth from around the nation for our annual Syilx Youth Camp, which aims to encourage nation building, cooperation and to learn traditional survival skills and practices. Youth will also learn about confidence and independence, but most importantly have […]
Drop In Covid 19 booster & Influenza shot clinic OKIB Health Center (76 Head of the Lake road)
Four Food Chiefs Gathering DATE: October 17-18, 2022 TIME: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm LOCATION: Penticton Trade and Convention Centre CONTACT: Raven Mikuletic, Communications Coordinator at 250-707-0095 ext 121 or [email protected] The Four Food Chiefs Gathering is an annual gathering of Syilx Nation members. This event focuses on information sharing, utilizing the enowkinwixw model through […]
Members, the upcoming Band Council meeting will held on Zoom. https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81979759495?pwd=WUJtL25HT3UvL1ZHTHFuQzhrVzQ5dz09 Meeting ID: 819 7975 9495 Passcode: 945226 OKIB posts Band Council information to the Band Council Portal. To access the Band Council information you must log onto the portal: https://okib.civicweb.net/user/signin To register for free access to the Band Council Portal, follow this link: https://okib.ca/uploads/files/Portal-landing-page.pdf […]
Lets Gather together: Baby and Toddler group, starting up Oct 11th on Tuesday’s 11AM-1PM @ Health Boardroom Refreshments and snacks will be provided. Health & Activity topics such as: -Nutrition/Baby’s first foods -Growth & Development -Oral health -Baby massage -Traditional crafts -Community kitchen -Water safety, and many many more topics
Covid 19 and Influenza vaccination for Children and Infants Ages 6 months to 11 years old eligible -By appointment Only- Call Melanie Marchand, Community Health Nurse to book: 250-542-5094
Drop In Covid 19 booster & Influenza shot clinic OKIB Health Center (76 Head of the Lake road)
On October 20th, 2022 at 11:00 am, a flag raising ceremony will be held at the Armstrong RCMP Detachment located at 3710 Pleasant Valley Road. On this date, alongside community elders, the official Okanagan Nation Flag will be raised on a newly installed flagpole, recognizing that the Detachment is located on the traditional sylix territory […]
Drop In Covid 19 booster & Influenza shot clinic OKIB Health Center (76 Head of the Lake road)
Members, the upcoming Band Council meeting will held on Zoom. Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81979759495?pwd=WUJtL25HT3UvL1ZHTHFuQzhrVzQ5dz09 Meeting ID: 819 7975 9495 Passcode: 945226 OKIB posts Band Council information to the Band Council Portal. To access the Band Council information you must log onto the portal: https://okib.civicweb.net/user/signin To register for free access to the Band Council Portal, follow […]
Okanagan Indian Band Public Safety Team invites you to join Eric Mitchell & Chris Marchand for Cultural Safety Education Dates available: October 25th & 26th, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily November 8th & 9th, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily November 22nd & 23rd, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily Location: n’kmaplqs Wellness Centre, […]
Lets Gather together: Baby and Toddler group, starting up Oct 11th on Tuesday’s 11AM-1PM @ Health Boardroom Refreshments and snacks will be provided. Health & Activity topics such as: -Nutrition/Baby’s first foods -Growth & Development -Oral health -Baby massage -Traditional crafts -Community kitchen -Water safety, and many many more topics
Covid 19 and Influenza vaccination for Children and Infants Ages 6 months to 11 years old eligible -By appointment Only- Call Melanie Marchand, Community Health Nurse to book: 250-542-5094
Okanagan Indian Band Public Safety Team invites you to join Eric Mitchell & Chris Marchand for Cultural Safety Education Dates available: October 25th & 26th, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily November 8th & 9th, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily November 22nd & 23rd, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily Location: n’kmaplqs Wellness Centre, […]
Drop In Covid 19 booster & Influenza shot clinic Head of the Lake Hall
Every Thursday from 3pm to 6pm at Teen Junction Virtual lessons also available to register please email [email protected]
Drop In Covid 19 booster & Influenza shot clinic SRI Building, Duck Lake
Drop In Covid 19 booster & Influenza shot clinic Head of the Lake Hall
Trunk or Treat 2022 Way’ Members, Trunk or treat is returning once again. Join us Saturday October 29th at 5:00pm in Komasket Park. There will be Hot Chocolate, Hot dogs, and of course, the ‘Best Trunk Contest’ so be sure to decorate the trunk of your vehicle to join the contest! To […]
Members, please register here for details: https://forms.gle/oeEbeJRD4kvde72u6
Members, the upcoming Band Council meeting will held on Zoom. Join Zoom Meeting https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81979759495?pwd=WUJtL25HT3UvL1ZHTHFuQzhrVzQ5dz09 Meeting ID: 819 7975 9495 Passcode: 945226 OKIB posts Band Council information to the Band Council Portal. To access the Band Council information you must log onto the portal: https://okib.civicweb.net/user/signin To register for free access to the Band Council Portal, follow […]
Lets Gather together: Baby and Toddler group, starting up Oct 11th on Tuesday’s 11AM-1PM @ Health Boardroom Refreshments and snacks will be provided. Health & Activity topics such as: -Nutrition/Baby’s first foods -Growth & Development -Oral health -Baby massage -Traditional crafts -Community kitchen -Water safety, and many many more topics
Drop in Flu and Covid vaccine clinic on Nov 4 & 5 – Bluebird building Way’ Members, the Health team will be running a Drop in Vaccine clinic at the Bluebird building, Friday and Saturday this week. If you haven’t gotten a flu shot yet or your Covid booster, this is a perfect opportunity to. […]
Drop in Flu and Covid vaccine clinic on Nov 4 & 5 – Bluebird building Way’ Members, the Health team will be running a Drop in Vaccine clinic at the Bluebird building, Friday and Saturday this week. If you haven’t gotten a flu shot yet or your Covid booster, this is a perfect opportunity to. […]
Open Skate for Youth Beginning in November – Open Saturdays from 430 to 630pm at Okanagan Training Rink (5204 27th street, Vernon) 250-549-7468 -Younger Children require adult supervision -Okanagan Training rink staff onsite for skating support -participants must bring their own skates and equipment
First Nations storytellers spin a tale of misadventure and giving back to the earth for theatregoers of all ages The Vernon & District Performing Arts Centre presents Th’owxiya – The Hungry Feast Dish on Sunday, November 6 at 2:00PM. The show runs 45 minutes with no intermission and is recommended for ages 5 to 15. […]
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