WFN News

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...

On May 21, 2026, WFN was honoured to be part of the arrival of the Memorial Cup. The cup travelled by canoe across Okanagan Lake from stqaʔtkʷɬniwt (Westbank) to kiʔlawnaʔ (Kelowna). This journey is symbolic of mutual respect, understanding, and coming together in a good way. We welcome all visitors, event organizers, athletes & fans to our...

On April 22, 2026 Westbank First Nation held their annual Advisory Council AGM.  WFN Chief and Council honoured West Kelowna Mayor Gord Milsom in a special ceremony to honour the Mayor's continued contributions and allyship to WFN and Indigenous people.  The blanketing ceremony is regarded as a high honour wherein a blanket is placed on a persons shoulders to represent respect, protection, healing, and community support.  limləmt, Thank you to the Advisory Council, WFN Chief...

WFN Resident are invited to join us the the Advisory Council Annual General Meeting. When:  Wednesday April 22, 2026 | 4:00-7:00pm  Where:  Sensisyusten Gymnasium | 1920 Quail Lane, Westbank BC Agenda 4:00-7:00pm Information Booths 5:00-5:45pm Complimentary Dinner 5:45-7:00pm Resident Address Welcome & Annual Report:  Rick Ould, Advisory Council Chairperson Westbank First Nation Highlights:  Chief Robert Louie & WFN Council ...

The Memorial Cup is coming to Kelowna  May 21 to 31, 2026!   View full announcement on the Canadian Hockey League's website,  here . WFN will be helping to kick-off the Memorial Cup on May 21st, as WFN community paddlers canoe the Memorial Cup across the lake before ceremonially handing it off to...

November 8th, 2025. On this day, we stand in gratitude and remembrance of the Indigenous warriors who served and protected this land. Their legacy continues to inspire generations. As we take this day to reflect and honour the sacrifices made by our veterans, let us remember the courage, resilience, and strength of all those who have served in the pursuit of peace and freedom. Did you know? Indigenous peoples have a proud and enduring history of military service in Canada, with many...

Westbank First Nation (WFN), in partnership with the Greater Westside Board of Trade (GWBOT), is pleased to announce the launch of our 2025 Business Walk and Survey. This initiative provides an important opportunity to connect directly with businesses on WFN lands and help create a supportive environment where local businesses can thrive.   Celebrating Small Business Week We are conducting our Business Walk tomorrow morning during  Small Business Week in Canada . The timing...

🧡 On this day we recognize and honour survivors and pay tribute to the children who never made it home. Reconciliation is, as described by the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, a process establishing and maintaining respectful relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples. Bringing closure to the legacy of Indian Residential Schools lies at the heart of reconciliation between Indigenous Peoples who attended these schools, their families and communities, and all Canadians...