WFN News

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...

WATER QUALITY ADVISORY LIFTED As of Friday July 12, 2024 at 10:00am, the Water Quality Advisory (WQA) for IR 9 of the Westbank First Nation has been lifted 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...

BC Hydro Westbank Substation Upgrade Project OPEN HOUSE INVITATION Dear Neighbour, Please join us at an upcoming Westbank Substation Upgrade Project Open House to learn about the project, have your questions answered, and provide input on the project plans. The Westbank Substation is located on Shannon Lake near Kinsmen Athletic Park in West Kelowna. Open House information:     Date (2024)    Location...

We want to keep you informed about the upcoming Line Painting & Street Sweeping activities scheduled for June through August 2024, weather permitting. Here are the key details: 📅 Schedule: • Project Start: The project is projected to begin as early as Friday, June 7, 2024, starting with street sweeping. We aim to complete the project by August. Expect work to be ongoing between June and August. Please note that weather conditions may lead to schedule adjustments. 🚧 Temporary...

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 852 & 853, Plan CLSR 110606 Campbell Place Tsinstikeptum Indian Reserve No. 10 Map: Application Summary: WFN Chief and Council provided Initial Consideration to amend the...

INVITATION TO APPLY FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE WFN COMMUNITY CONSULTATIVE GROUP   The WFN Community Consultative Group (CCG) was established April 26, 2011 and is an integral part of the First Nations Policing (FNP) Program. The mandate of the CCG is to identify the policing needs of the WFN Community and to provide direction to the RCMP on delivery of the service. The CCG is currently comprised of at least 1 Council member, 1 Elder, 1 WFN youth, at least 3 WFN members at large, as well...

First Nations individuals (with status) and bands are exempt from paying the Goods and Services Tax (GST) and the British Columbia Provincial Sales Tax (PST) on reserve. How to check & what to do: Ensure that the photograph on the status card matches your customer.   Record the individual’s name and their band’s name and number or the registration number from the card. Obtain your customer’s signature on the sales slip or invoice and verify...

This year, WFN will be hosting its 12th Annual WFN Youth & Recreation Charity Golf Tournament on   August  23, 2024 at Two Eagles Golf   Course. cLICK HERE FOR REGISTRATION OR SPONSORSHIP  $850/Group of 4 or $225/Single  Shotgun start at 1:00pm Includes 18 holes, power golf cart, dinner, prizes and giveaways! Hole-in-one prizes, silent auction and celebrity golfers! Registered golfers have a...