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WFN is excited to be part of the upcoming episode of The Amazing Race Canada! Tune in Tuesday, July 14th at 9 p.m. on CTV, or stream the next day on Crave. limləmt (thank-you) to our Elders (Delphine Derickson, Rose Caldwell, Dave Michele), the Sncewips Museum, and WFN Staff for your invaluable participation and support throughout the production of this episode! #AmazingRaceCanada...

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...

WFN has started work related to the Water Meter Project, a year-long initiative to help ensure the long-term availability of water for consumers and all other aspects of the community directly affected by water usage. WFN has identified over 700 water meters that do not function as intended and need to be replaced. These residents are being contacted by Wiener's Plumbing and Drain Cleaning to schedule the replacement at no-cost to the resident. Representatives from Wiener's Plumbing and...

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...

Westbank First Nation is deeply concerned and disappointed that Dallas Brodie, an individual widely associated with residential school denialism, has been invited to hold a public event within our traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory this weekend. Residential schools are not a matter of opinion or political debate. The experiences of Survivors, the intergenerational impacts on Indigenous families and communities, and the findings of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission are well...

On May 21, 2026, WFN was honoured to be part of the arrival of the Memorial Cup. The cup travelled by canoe across Okanagan Lake from stqaʔtkʷɬniwt (Westbank) to kiʔlawnaʔ (Kelowna). This journey is symbolic of mutual respect, understanding, and coming together in a good way. We welcome all visitors, event organizers, athletes & fans to our...

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Tax Notices have been mailed, if you do not receive a notice and are expecting to, please email taxation@wfn.ca  or call 250 769 2400. Taxes are due Thursday, July 2nd, 2026. Learn more about taxation by visiting:  https://www.wfn.ca/taxation.htm   Subscribe to E-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...

Please be advised that Wiener’s Plumbing and Drain Cleaning will soon begin distributing letters to residents scheduled for a water meter replacement. As discussed during the Advisory Council Annual General Meeting on April 22, 2026, this project is a key priority for our utility infrastructure. If you receive a notice from this contractor, please follow the provided instructions to ensure your meter is updated in a timely manner. *Note, Wiener's Plumbing will only be sending...

May 5th, 2026 is Red Dress Day. A day to remember and honour Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit People (MMIWG2S). For some, Red Dress Day is a reminder of continued injustices perpetuated by systemic, gender-based, and racialized violence. For many, these injustices are more than a day or reminder, they’re a continued and lived experience. 61% of Indigenous women experience intimate partner violence. 60% of Indigenous women experience...

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...

On April 22, 2026 Westbank First Nation held their annual Advisory Council AGM.  WFN Chief and Council honoured West Kelowna Mayor Gord Milsom in a special ceremony to honour the Mayor's continued contributions and allyship to WFN and Indigenous people.  The blanketing ceremony is regarded as a high honour wherein a blanket is placed on a persons shoulders to represent respect, protection, healing, and community support.  limləmt, Thank you to the Advisory Council, WFN Chief...

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...

On April 16th, 2026, Utilities staff completed a minor flush of the IR9 Water System which may cause cloudy water in different areas of the system. The water is safe but Utilities recommends flushing the cold water taps into a tub until the water runs clear. This may take up to 10 minutes depending on the area. For questions or concerns, please contact WFN's Utilities Department: T  250 707 3332   |   Email Subscribe to E-News

The below statement is pulled directly from the Okanagan Nation Alliance's website and can be found  here . tkwəɬniwt (Westbank, BC), Syilx Okanagan Nation Territory:  The Syilx Okanagan Nation (Nation) is calling on Premier David Eby and the Province of British Columbia to correct the record on what it has heard from First Nations regarding its proposed unilateral suspension of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA) and section 8.1(3) of the Interpretation...

The below statement is pulled directly from the Okanagan Nation Alliance's website and can be found  here . tkwəɬniwt (Westbank, BC), Syilx Okanagan Nation Territory:  The Syilx Okanagan Chiefs Executive Council stands with Joan Phillip, MLA, in her principled decision not to support the suspension of the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA). Her position reflects the strength of leadership our people expect and a commitment to uphold the Province’s...

WFN Resident are invited to join us the the Advisory Council Annual General Meeting. When:  Wednesday April 22, 2026 | 4:00-7:00pm  Where:  Sensisyusten Gymnasium | 1920 Quail Lane, Westbank BC Agenda 4:00-7:00pm Information Booths 5:00-5:45pm Complimentary Dinner 5:45-7:00pm Resident Address Welcome & Annual Report:  Rick Ould, Advisory Council Chairperson Westbank First Nation Highlights:  Chief Robert Louie & WFN Council ...