WFN News

The below is taken from a September 2nd Release from the RDCO. View the original post,  here. Following the Kamloops Fire Centre’s recent update and the continued cooler, wet weather, Category 1 campfires are now permitted starting Thursday, Sept. 3, 2026 at 12 p.m. in the City of West Kelowna, District of Lake Country, District of Peachland, Westbank First Nation, and the Ellison, Joe Rich, North Westside and Wilson’s Landing fire service areas (Electoral Area East and...

The below statement is pulled directly from the Okanagan Nation Alliance's website and can be found here .   PRESS STATEMENT  | August 24, 2026 tkwə ɬ niwt (Westbank), Syilx Okanagan Nation Territory: Recently, we have witnessed much discussion regarding the provincial government’s initiatives to settle with various nations in this province. Despite expected criticism and fear-mongering, none of these now-settled claims appear to impact private ownership of land.

To all residents of Westbank First Nation Lands, and more specifically residents of the following District: LAKESHORE TAKE NOTICE THAT in accordance with the Westbank First Nation Advisory Council Law No. 2017, a poll will be conducted for ONE (1) Advisory Council Member representing the District of LAKESHORE. The Candidates for the District are listed below: ALLEN DION RAE-LYNNE MILLS Advance Polls will be held: Date: September 23, 2026 Time: 8:00am to 8:00pm Location: 1...

Westbank First Nation (WFN) and the Okanagan Nation Alliance (ONA) invite evacuees, their families, and community members to the following family-friendly activities. All activities will take place in the WFN multipurpose room located at 1920 Quail Lane. Monday, August 10th (4pm-6pm); Painting with David Wilson Tuesday,...

The BC Summer Games were an incredible opportunity to showcase the culture, hospitality, and community spirit of WFN. We are so proud of the many Members who helped make the Opening Ceremonies and the Canoe/Kayak events such a success! A special thank you to Madison Jack for delivering a speech at the BC Summer Games Opening Ceremonies. Speaking in front of thousands of athletes, coaches, families, volunteers, and...

The below statement is pulled directly from the Okanagan Nation Alliance's website and can be found here . MEDIA RELEASE | July 28, 2026 stqa ʔ tkwłniw ̓ t, Westbank, Syilx Okanagan Nation Territory: The Syilx Okanagan Nation is renewing its call for the Government of Canada to immediately issue an Emergency Protection Order under Section 80 of the Species at Risk Act (SARA) to protect endangered styíłca̓ɂ (caribou) and their critical habitat. The Syilx Okanagan Nation...

  Increased temperatures can pose risks to public health. Please check on your family, friends, and neighbours, especially those who live alone or are high risk. If you need a cool space or water, please visit one of WFN’s cooling stations: Community Services (1900 Quail Lane) Monday to Friday, 8:30am...