WFN News

This year WFN Offices will be closed from Monday, December 22, 2025 and will re-open on Monday, January 5, 2026. The Winter Solstice is an important time for the syilx/Okanagan people and is a time that is used for sharing captíkʷɬ (stories). By sharing knowledge and culture it ensures these stories are passed on to new generations, providing teachings that will be valuable in navigating the new seasons and moons. Below are resources for emergencies, supports and resources that can be...

Please be advised that the Westbank First Nation (WFN) Planning & Development office has received the following application for an amendment to the subject property’s zoning. We are notifying all Affected Interest Holders, WFN Members, and the Advisory Council. Location of Application: Lots 442, Plan CLSR 90612 & Lot 500, Plan CLSR 96807 Nancee Way Tsinstikeptum Indian Reserve No. 10 Map:   Application Summary: WFN Chief and Council provided...

Notice to Residents   Planned water shutdown & temporary road closure on Coyote Crescent for the Membership Housing Project.   Road closed: Coyote Crescent, Dec 9-11 | 8:30am–4pm daily Water off: Dec 10, 8:30am, back on by end of day   Please park outside the closure area if needed. A temporary concrete patch will be used until final paving in the new year. Questions? Contact Hayden Livingston at 250-769-4999 ext. 1404 or hlivingston@wfn.ca .

Please be advised that the Westbank First Nation (WFN) Planning & Development office has received the following application for an amendment to the subject property’s zoning. We are notifying all Affected Interest Holders, WFN Members and the Advisory Council. Location of Application:    Lot 72, Plan CLSR 60443...

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...

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,...

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...

🚧Property Management is excited to complete the paving project repairs in the community core by adding new concrete sidewalks in front of the gym for accessibility needs and add curbing along the multipurpose room with accessible parking stall and loading zone. ‼️October 14-20th No parking outside the gym ‼️October 17-20th No parking in front of the Multipurpose Room Project Schedule: • Oct 14 Scott Contracting to remove Gym entrance concrete sidewalk • Oct...

🧡 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...