WFN News

The Federal election day is Monday April 28, 2025 Advanced polling stations will be set up in the WFN Gymnasium from 9am- 9pm from Friday April 18, 2025 until Monday April 21, 2025 Election Day polling stations will be set up in the WFN Gymnasium from 7am-7pm Monday April 28, 2025 WFN Gymnasium: 1920 Quail Lane, Westbank BC, V4T 2H3    To check your registration info & register to vote: ...

Westbank First Nation is proud to share tmixʷ: A Holistic Commitment to Our Forests , a short documentary produced by the Indigenous Resource Network in collaboration with Ntityix Resources LP . Filmed on Syilx Okanagan lands, this video explores the relationship between land and people, highlighting the leadership of Ntityix in applying Indigenous knowledge and values to forest stewardship. Guided by a Seven Generations Plan, the Ntityix team is working to restore damaged ecosystems,...

To the University of British Columbia Okanagan community, faculty, students, and the broader public: We, Westbank First Nation (WFN), are deeply aware of the strong and ongoing relationship we share with the University of British Columbia Okanagan (UBCO). This relationship is rooted in a history of mutual respect, cooperation, and the recognition of the pivotal role that syilx knowledge keepers have played in shaping the academic landscape of UBCO. We are proud of the meaningful engagement...

UPDATE April 17, 2025: The Water Quality Advisory (WQA) put in place on IR9 of the Westbank First Nation was lifted today April 17, 2025 at 10:30 a.m.  The change will be advertised as a change in the sandwich boards throughout the community.  Please visit the Westbank First Nation Website wfn.ca for regular updates on any potential changes. If you have any residential questions , please contact WFN Utilities Department at 250-707-3332. Commercial business...

Westbank First Nation has appointed a new Board of Directors for Ntityix Development Corporation (NDC), reinforcing its leadership and strategic direction in business development. NDC manages key ventures in forestry, real estate, and commercial enterprises, generating economic benefits for WFN and its Members. The board provides governance and oversight to ensure sustainable growth and responsible stewardship of resources. Robbin R.R. Sinclaire has been named Chair of the NDC Board. A...

Westbank First Nation Chief and Council fully support the Okanagan Nation Alliance’s statement condemning racist rhetoric and the harmful denialism of residential school truths. We reject any attempt to dismiss or downplay the lived experiences of residential school survivors and their families. Truth and accountability are non-negotiable. Elected officials have a duty to serve and represent all people in their constituency—not just those who voted for them. Leadership demands...

Notice Requesting Comments on Proposed Variance to Maximum Building Height March 14, 2025 CONSULTATION NOTICE Please be advised that the Westbank First Nation (WFN) Planning & Development office has received the following application for a variance to the subject property’s maximum building height allowance. We are notifying all Affected Interest Holders, WFN Members, and the Advisory Council. Location of Application: Lot 890 Plan CLSR111385 Tsinstikeptum Indian Reserve No. 10...

WFN reminds all residents and businesses that receive a utility invoice by mail to ensure their account is up to date. Payments were due January 31, 2025. Customers subscribed to eBilling received their invoices for the October 1 – December 31, 2024 billing cycle via email on December 12, 2024. While mailed invoices were originally scheduled for delivery by December 13, 2024, the postal strike prevented their distribution. If you have not received your invoice, you can reference your...

UPDATE 01/12/2025: Sydney has been found safe.  Limlemt/Thank you to everyone who helped locate her. ORIGINAL 01/11/2025:The Kelowna RCMP are asking for help in locating one of our youth, Sydney McDougall, who failed to return to KGH, where she was under care, after being gran ted a two-hour day pas s.  Sydney  was last seen at the Petro-Canada gas station located at Highway 97 and Old Okanagan Highway yesterday afternoon (January 10, 2025).  To the best of our...

Reminder to all WFN residents and businesses that normally receive a utility invoice via mail, that you are responsible for ensuring your utilities account is up to date with payments due on January 31, 2025. Normally the Oct 1, 2024 – Dec 31, 2024 billing cycle invoices would have been mailed by December 13, 2024, however due to the postal strike we've been unable to do so. The previous invoice amount can be used as a reference for payment. Customers...

Westbank First Nation (WFN) is proud that, in collaboration with Innergex Renewable Energy Inc., it has been awarded an Energy Purchase Agreement (EPA) through BC Hydro's 2024 Call for Power for the proposed K2 Wind Energy Project. Located in the Pennask Mountain area, within WFN's Community Forest License, this initiative represents an exciting opportunity for WFN to explore its potential role in advancing clean energy, sustainability, and economic growth. As per WFN’s Constitution, a...

CONSULTATION NOTICE  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: Proposed Lot 889, 900 & 901 Plan CLSR 59924                                 ...

INNERGEX RENEWABLE ENERGY PROJECT & PARTNERSHIP PROPOSAL We want to hear from you!  PROJECT OVERVIEW, FAQ'S, CURRENT STATUS & MORE: Innergex Renewable Energy Inc (Innergex) and Westbank First Nation (WFN) are exploring a potential partnership for a Wind Energy Project (K2 Wind Project) near Pennask Mountain. The partnership opportunity originated from a referral received by WFN with connection to the Request For Proposals (RFP) that BC Hydro initiated in summer 2024. In...

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CONSULTATION NOTICE 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 723, 724, 728 Plan CLSR105303 Tsinstikeptum Indian Reserve No. 10 Map: Application Summary: WFN Chief and Council provided Initial Consideration to amend...