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The COVID-19 pandemic continues to present challenges to the community. We ask that you wear a mask,  practice social distancing, physically socialize only with your immediate household, and not travel outside the region. COVID-19 does not discriminate. A positive diagnosis can happen to anyone, anytime, anyplace. However, it happens most frequently when public health measures are not followed. Report breaches of Provincial Health Orders by contacting WFN Law Enforcement at 250-717-6147, or the West Kelowna RCMP Detachment at 250-768-2880. Remember, we are all in this together. 

Documents
  • Pandemic Response Plan 
  • Communicable Disease Emergency Live Response Framework - Community
  • Communicable Disease Emergency Live Response Framework - Workplace
  • Vaccination Plan and Vaccine Information 
  • Timeline of WFN's Pandemic Response 
Telephone Directory

WFN Health Services

WFN Community Services - 250-768-0227

To Report Breaches of Provincial Health Orders

WFN Law Enforcement - 250-717-6147

West Kelowna RCMP Detachment - 250-768-2880

Other Health Service Providers

Urgent Primary Care Centre, Westbank - 1-877-740-7747

HealthLinkBC - 8-1-1

Immediate Crisis, Mental Health, and Substance Uses Support 

Additional staff contact is available here

Vaccines

Available Resources

PROVINCIAL VACCINE RESOURCES 

FEDERAL VACCINE RESOURCES

 HOW THE VACCINES WORK

 

Vaccination Interest 

WFN Members, and partners/spouses of WFN Members, are encouraged to complete the below submission form to better understand interest in receiving the COVID-19 vaccine. 

Vaccination Interest Submission Form

Q+A's

1. If you have received the vaccine, is it possible to test positive?

It is not a live vaccine and therefore you would not get a positive test result from it. 

2. How long does it take to be effective once it has been received?
Both vaccines provide limited coverage within 7 days following vaccination. The Pfizer vaccine gives 82% coverage within 21 days, while the Moderna Vaccine gives 82% coverage within 28 days .

3. Is there a test for vaccine effectiveness?
No, at this time there is no testing available for the effectiveness. 

4. Can pregnant and/or breastfeeding mothers receive the vaccine?
It is not recommended at this time.

5. What is the minimum age to receive the vaccine?
Currently the vaccine is only available to those 18 years and older.

WFN Vaccination Strategy

FNHA are responsible to provide the vaccines to WFN, and WFN has no control over when vaccines will be received or the amount of vaccines that will be received.

Estimated Timeline for Vaccine Rollout **based on vaccine supply**

  • Pine Acres staff - early January (2nd dose: mid-March)
  • Pine Acres residents - late January (2nd dose: mid-March)
  • Early Spring - Elders 65+
  • Late Spring - Elders 55+
  • Early-Mid Summer - Members
  • Late Summer - Staff

Communication to Community

To date, WFN Elders 55 + and WFN staff have been contacted to gauge interest in receiving the vaccine and to provide more information/education on the vaccine.

Planning to Date

  • Immunization strategy has been developed
  • All WFN nurses have taken the required course to administer the vaccine
  • An anaphylaxis plan has developed
  • Vaccine team have been identified: Immunizers, Admin support, Team leads, Cleaning crew
  • Two locations have been identified depending on the amount of vaccines and vaccination team
    • Siya and Gym would be ready and set up within 24 hours (floor plans prepared and walk throughs/dry runs completed)
    • Supplies ordered
  • Reporting requirements are in place and E-forms have been reviewed
COVID-19 Information

Q+A's 

1. What are the symptoms of COVID-19?

The symptoms of COVID-19 are similar to other respiratory illnesses including Influenza and the common cold.

The most common symptoms include:

Fever, Chills, Cough or worsening chronic cough, shortness of breath, sore throat, runny nose, loss of sense of smell or taste, headache, fatigue, diarrhea, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting, or muscle aches.

Less common symptoms include:

Stuffy nose, conjunctivitis (pink eye), dizziness, confusion, abdominal pain, skin rashes, or discoloration of fingers or toes. 

Symptoms can range from mild to severe. Sometimes people with COVID-19 have mild illness, but their symptoms may suddenly worsen in a few days.

2. What is self-monitoring vs. self-isolation?

Self-monitoring: Monitor your health and the health of your children for symptoms such as fever, cough or difficulty breathing. Individuals who are self-monitoring are allowed to attend work and school and take part in regular activities.

Self-isolation: You must stay at home, in a hotel or similar place, and avoid all contact with others.

Self-isolation is one important way to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in B.C. and is used to lower the chance of spreading infectious germs to other people by avoiding situations where someone could infect others. People at high-risk of having been exposed to COVID-19 are asked to self-isolate as there is a small chance you can spread germs in the days before you feel sick. A number of groups of people including international travellers returning to Canada, contacts of a COVID-19 case, and people with symptoms or who are positive for COVID-19 are required to self-isolate

3. What is the incubation period of COVID-19?

At this time, the available information suggests the incubation period is up to 14 days. The incubation period is the time from when a person is first exposed until symptoms appear.‎

4. Can ibuprofen make COVID-19 symptoms worse?

There is no current evidence that ibuprofen makes COVID-19 worse. Ibuprofen is part of a group of medicines called NSAIDs and includes brand names like Advil and Motrin. These medicines help with pain, fever or inflammation. Acetaminophen, which includes brand names like Tylenol, also helps with fever. If you take ibuprofen to treat another condition, you should continue taking it. To treat symptoms like fever, we recommend first using acetaminophen. If it isn’t available, you can use ibuprofen as an alternative.

5. Has the COVID-19 variant reported in the United Kingdom been detected in British Columbia?

B.C. has detected a case of the COVID-19 variant that was first identified in the United Kingdom. Genetic variation of viruses such as the one that causes COVID-19 is to be expected and have been previously observed in parts of the world this year. While early data suggest that the United Kingdom variant may spread more easily, there is no evidence at this time that the mutations have any impact on symptom severity, antibody response, or vaccine efficacy. B.C. will continue to review cases to identify other possible cases associated with this variant in the province.

Contact Tracing

Videos and News

Feb 12, 2021 Video: Chief Derickson - community update

For up additional information and updates in the community, please visit WFN News

Additional Resources

COVID-19 Response

WFN has developed and implemented an operational plan to support an appropriate COVID-19 approach that ensures the safety of our Membership, staff, and residents. For more information on the status of WFN facilities and services, please visit the Facilities & Services Updates page.

  • Encouraging the importance of social distancing and isolation. Limiting in-person contact where required. 
  • Limiting social interactions to your immediate household. 
  • Continuing to promote the importance of proper hand washing techniques and frequency; people should wash their hands for a minimum of 20 seconds with warm soapy water. 
  • Regularly cleaning and disinfecting frequently touched surfaces. 
  • Travel outside of Canada is not advised, and non-essential travel outside of the immediate region is not recommended at this time. Those who are required to travel, are required to self quarantine for 14 days and monitor for any possible COVID-19 related symptoms. 
  • Keep a safe distance from others by standing two meters (six feet) apart.  When in a public location, or near others, remember to wear a mask for your protection and others. 
  • Stay informed, be kind, and stay safe . Your actions make a difference. 

Facilities and Services Updates

Learn More

Staff Are Providing Services

WFN is currently operating under a COVID-19 response strategy that will ensure the safety of our Members, staff, and residents. Social distancing practices have been implemented, as well as signage, and sanitary stations for enhanced safety measures. Mask are required for all those visiting WFN buildings and facilities to further support safe interactions. Please see the Facilities & Services Updates page for more information on the current status of facilities and services. 

Methods of Payments to WFN: 

  • How to issue cheques, online payments and e-transfers. 

Building & Licencing:

  • Building/licensing inspections will continue as is for now.
  • WFN has directed inspectors to minimize personal contact during inspections and try to maintain a 2m separation from customers where possible.

Planning & Engineering:

  • WFN also asks that customers seeking information/development advice/meetings do so by email, and phone/conference call.

Payment Options:

  • WFN has a drop box at the 1st Floor main entrance for small payments. It is checked continuously throughout the day.
  • Credit Card payments - over the phone
  •  Online payments - bank payments
  • Etransfer - online banking, must call WFN Finance office for information: 250 769 4999
  • Direct Deposit - Form Attached

 

COVID-19 Information

WFN encourages everyone to be seeking accurate and up to date information regarding COVID-19 and recommends the following sources for information.

Contact Directory

  • Those experiencing symptoms can Call HealthLinkBC at 811.
  • COVID-19 telephone information line: 1-888-COVID19 (1-888-268-4319)
  • COVID-19 testing access: 1-877-740-7747
  • BC COVID-19 Self Assessment Tool
  • Accessing Your COVID-19 Test Results

Supporting Information and Resources

  • Provincial COVID-19 Vaccine Information

  • Federal COVID-19 Vaccine Information

  • ImmunizeBC Vaccine FAQs

  • BC Centre for Disease Control 

  •  BC Ministry of Health

  • Interior Health

  • Provincial Restrictions

  • FNHA COVID-19 Web Portal

  • FNHA Mobile App

  • FNHA A Guide to COVID-19

  • FNHA A Guide to the COVID-19 Vaccine

  • World Health Organization


Resident and Business Resources

Resident Resources:

COVID-19 Measures to help Canadians

BC Temporary Rental Supplement

BC Recovery Benefit

Resources for First Nations Individuals

Federal Government Economic Response Plan

Federal Government Recovery Benefits

Canada recovery benefit (CRB) Explained

Working from Home tax benefit explained

FORTIS BC CUSTOMER RELIEF FUND

Business Resources: 

All Nations Trust Emergency Loan Program

Business Credit Availability Program

BMO Supports for Small Businesses 

COEDC Business Resources

BCEDA Resources

UDI COVID-19 Resources

Canada Emergency Rent Subsidy (CERS)

Province of British Columbia Financial Assistance for Businesses

       

Stop the Spread

Cleaning high-traffic surfaces in your home or work space can help the spread of COVID-19. Learn proper cleaning techniques. 

Practicing social distancing and good hand hygiene are ways that we can slow the spread of COVID-19 by limiting close contact with others, including family Members. Maintain a two meter (six foot) gap between others, and wear a protective mask when you are unable to do so. Limiting social interactions to your household to further reduce the risk of spread. 

The charts below illustrate how important it is to take our social distancing responsibility seriously.

Effective Cleaning Practices and Disinfectants for Public Settings can be found here

Information on the Effectiveness of Masks can be found here

 


 

For more information, please visit the BC Centre for Disease Control

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