WFN News

Is Your Irrigation System Ready for the Season? Meet Mike, owner and operator of Tomahawk Irrigation, a Member-owned business on Westbank lands. He and his team help local homeowners and businesses with irrigation installations, repairs and maintenance. Whether you need a spring startup, a quick fix, or a new system, Tomahawk...

Collection for the 2026 Census is now underway and will run from May to July. The Census happens every 5 years and is an important tool used to determine needs and support decision-making related to education, employment, healthcare, housing, early childhood development, and more. You can participate online or in-person with a Statistics Canada...

Westbank First Nation (WFN) now has a direct line for all building services/inspections. Building Services Direct Line: 250 769 2431 This number can be used by anyone that.... Has questions related to completing a building permit application Has a building permit open with WFN Has general questions or inquiries related to building services Would like to book an inspection with WFN's Building Inspector III (Garth Giesbrecht) For more information about...

Westbank First Nation Council has approved a resolution to lift the temporary hold that has been in place on new Stage 2 development approvals within the IR9 water service area, following completion of technical review and internal coordination. This follows earlier precautionary measures taken to manage peak demand pressures and maintain system performance while assessments were underway.   With this decision, development can move forward in a measured way that supports housing and...

way’ (hello) Over the past year, the Westbank First Nation (WFN) Communications team, alongside the team at IdeaLever, has  redesigned the WFN website  with the goal of creating a user-friendly site that better represents the Community and allows everyone to find the information they need faster. Several changes have been made, and we understand it may take a bit of getting used to. I f you're having trouble finding the information you need , check out the ...

Westbank First Nation (WFN) is pleased to offer residents, businesses, and visitors the convenience of managing accounts online. For most of the services we provide, you must register and create a user account.  By signing up for eBilling, you can: Receive instant email notifications when your bill is ready Securely access and download your invoices at any time Reduce the risk of mail delays or lost statements   Signing up for eBilling Services Step...

WFN Business Walk Highlights Optimism and Growth Among Local Businesses During Small Business Week 2025, WFN Economic Development partnered with the Greater Westside Board of Trade (GWBOT) to host the annual Business Walk on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. The event brought together WFN Councillors, Economic Development Commissioners, GWBOT Board Members, and staff to connect directly with businesses on WFN Lands. Through in-person visits and an online survey, 51 businesses participated,...

Congratulations y̓il̓mixʷm (Chief) Robert Louie on being appointed to the Order of British Columbia! The Order of British Columbia is the province's highest honour, recognizing individuals who have made impactful and lasting contributions to the province and beyond.  y̓il̓mixʷm Louie is being recognized for his decades of leadership and dedication to establishing and advancing Westbank First Nation's trailblazing self-government structure and agreement.  y̓il̓mixʷm Louie has worked,...

To listen to our story, please  click here . Westbank First Nation is proud to stand on the foundation of a matriarchal community, deeply rooted in a rich culture and history. This vibrant heritage has shaped and strengthened us into the community we are today. What you see before you is not just a Governance structure; it is a reflection of the values that guide us, centered around the Four Food Chiefs and their core principles. Reclaiming traditional values and governance is about...