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Welcome to Westbank First Nation (WFN), located in the beautiful suknaqínx (Okanagan) Valley. With four seasons and stunning biodiverse landscapes, the suknaqínx (Okanagan) is a popular destination, offering a variety of activities for residents and tourists alike.
Whether you're an explorer of the great outdoors, looking to take in the local culture, or seeking to slowdown and unwind, the suknaqínx (Okanagan) has it all.
Not sure where to start? Check out the Visit Westside tourism guide, Tourism Kelowna website, and subscribe to the Heard About Harold event newsletter.
Our territory is home to several beautiful wineries, restaurants, and shopping.
In addition, WFN lands host numerous hotels and rentals to make your next trip as comfortable as can be!
Pictured is the Two Eagles Golf Course restaurant, 19 Okanagan Grill + Bar.
Kelowna General Hospital (KGH) is located right across the bridge from WFN's IR#10 and services residents throughout the Okanagan. KGH offers specialty medical care including 24 hour emergency and trauma services, ambulatory and outpatient clinics, and diagnostic/paramedical services. Learn more, here.
In addition to KGH, there are numerous health clinics available to residents, including the West Kelowna Urgent and Primary Care Centre.
Looking for a family doctor or nurse practitioner? Visit the HealthLinkBC's Health Connect Registry today!
WFN offers a variety of health & wellness based programs and services to its Members and residents. Learn more, here.
Westbank First Nation and West Kelowna provide numerous options for elementary and secondary education. Click here to view a comprehensive list of public and independent schools.
Or, visit the Daycare & School page to learn about the Sensisyusten House of Learning, WFN's flexible, learner-centered school rooted in syilx teachings, language, and culture.
The Okanagan is home to a variety of educational institutes that support a wide variety of interests, passions, and careers. This includes:
In addition, the Okanagan makes for the perfect scenic background to complete your preferred distance education.
Did you know it only takes one bus (the 97) to make your way to UBCO from WFN lands?
WFN works closely with the Ministry of Transportation and Transit to administer some of the largest provincial infrastructure developments on reserve in B.C.
Having the Trans-Canada Highway integrated into our land means that approximately four million vehicles annually, or 70 thousand vehicles daily, pass through WFN.
Bus stops located on reserve are conveniently situated along the highway to ensure residents and visitors are able to explore the whole of the Okanagan with ease. Learn more and plan your trip, here.
In addition, the Okanagan is home to a variety of taxi services to ensure you get to where you need to go, safely.
The Kelowna International Airport (YLW) is just 22km away from WFN Lands and offers non-stop flights to Vancouver, Calgary, Seattle, Phoenix, Las Vegas, and more.
Did you know?
Learn more about YLW by visiting their website, here.