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...

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...

  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...

The below is taken from a July 7th Release from the RDCO. View the original post, here . Dry conditions increase wildfire risk: campfire ban begins July 10 across the Central Okanagan With hot temperatures and dry conditions increasing wildfire risk, a campfire ban will take effect on Friday, July 10, 2026 at 12 p.m.  across Central Okanagan municipalities and Regional District of Central Okanagan (RDCO) electoral area fire service areas to help prevent human-caused wildfires...

Notice to Residents   WFN is under Stage 2 water restrictions in accordance with the WFN Waterworks Law (2005-16), which includes year-round water conservation measures. These measures help ensure we meet demands for clean drinking water, agricultural use, stream flow to support local aquatic species, and emergency response needs.   Watering Schedule:  Even-numbered addresses water on Saturdays and Tuesdays Odd-numbered addresses water on...

Taxes and Home Owner Grants are due Thursday, July 2nd, 2026. If you did not receive a tax notice and were expecting to, please contact taxation ( taxation@wfn.ca | 250 769 2400 ) As a reminder, online disability grants are not working and  we are working to resolve the issue. Anyone who applies online may...

Dear Customers: On June 18, 2026, WFN's system experienced a glitch during the processing/printing of Q2 invoices. Please take a moment to verify the correct details for your records: Date Issued: June 18, 2026 Due Date: July 31, 2026 Period Covered: April 1 – June 30, 2026 Thank-you for your patience and understanding as we have resolved this system issue.  If you need any assistance with this billing cycle, please...