Okanagan
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Community rallies as Curtis Sagmoen back in Vernon court
Sagmoen’s arraignment hearing for assault charges has been set for February.
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To get through hard times, Frank Marchand shares with his community
Marchand, from Okanagan Indian Band, was nominated as an Okanagan Changemaker for his generosity with gifts of knowledge, food and support.
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B.C. health care workers add their names to list calling on closure of work camps during pandemic
A letter written by Wet’suwet’en female chiefs, and backed by the Union of BC Indian Chiefs and more than 400 healthcare workers, calls on the B.C. government to close “man camps” during COVID-19 pandemic.
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‘I love our people’: Glenda Louis helped feed hundreds during COVID-19 pandemic
2020 changemakers: Louis, from Okanagan Indian Band, nominated as a person who spread light during a difficult year
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‘They are jeopardizing our lives’: Okanagan chief calls for change after clashes with B.C. conservation officers
Incidents between Syilx hunters and B.C. conservation officer services raise questions about Indigenous sovereignty
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‘It’s a doctrine for a transfer of knowledge’: Why Syilx People only share these important stories in the winter
Elder Rob Edward says Captikwł teachings, shared in colder months, are key to passing on complex laws and protocols
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Robert Riley Saunders granted bail by judge in Kelowna, BC
The former social worker allegedly stole money from Indigenous youth in government care.
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A mother’s search for pregnancy support finds One Sky in south Okanagan
After moving to Penticton with a baby on the way Danielle Meise shares challenges, and resourceful programs.
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The Okanagan Indian Band envisions a new cultural school space and seeks community input
The band is planning to meet in the new year to discuss the design and construction of a new school space at the Cultural Immersion School.
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Was Robert Riley Saunders your social worker?
We’re scheduling interviews with youth & families impacted by Robert Riley Saunders’ alleged actions.