News Items tag as: Okanagan Indian Band 2017

Local governments taking collective approach to Okanagan Rail Trail
November 27, 2017 - 2:30 PM

KELOWNA - All the local governments along the route of the Okanagan Rail Trail are likely going to take a coordinated approach to its governance, operation and administration.
Okanagan Indian Band still fighting for compensation over military explosives buried on reserve
November 24, 2017 - 2:30 PM

VERNON - The Okanagan Indian Band is carrying on its legal fight in B.C. Supreme Court over military explosives left buried on its land by the Department of National Defence.
High lake level brings North Okanagan septic concerns to the surface
July 13, 2017 - 6:30 PM

VERNON - The chief of the Okanagan Indian Band says this year’s flooding event is a good wake up call that some septic systems around waterfront aresa may need to be upgraded.
Hotel space a challenge as Okanagan Indian Band works to house evacuees
June 06, 2017 - 10:26 AM

VERNON - The Okanagan Indian Band is providing emergency support, including food, lodging and other necessities, to permanent residents affected by flooding.
Okanagan Indian Band builds up defences to protect Lakeshore Road in Vernon
June 02, 2017 - 6:30 PM

VERNON - The Okanagan Indian Band is reinforcing defences at the northern end of the lake.
To swim, or not to swim at flooded beaches? First Nations Health Authority says use your eyes — and your nose
June 01, 2017 - 3:08 PM

Whether or not to take the plunge ultimately comes down to your own personal choice, but these tips might make your decision a little easier.
Okanagan Indian Band issues more evacuation orders as lake rises
June 01, 2017 - 10:25 AM

NORTH OKANAGAN - Impacts are growing for those in the Vernon area as Okanagan Lake continues its steady rise.
Okanagan Indian Band warns of 'dangerous, disgusting and filthy dirty' flood water
May 29, 2017 - 10:20 AM

OKANAGAN - You might think it novel to cruise through flooded yards on a paddle board, or float around on an inner tube, but the Okanagan Indian Band is popping that idea with a blunt warning: flood water is nasty.
Evacuation order issued by the Okanagan Indian Band for lakefront lots
May 22, 2017 - 3:54 PM

VERNON - An evacuation order has been issued for six lots on Okanagan Indian Band land.
Residents of the Okanagan Indian Band reserve warned of rising lake waters
May 10, 2017 - 4:15 PM

OKANAGAN INDIAN BAND – An already full Okanagan Lake is expected to rise even more later this week, prompting the Okanagan Indian Band to warn residents about the very real risk of flooding.
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iN RESPONSE: Readers have their say
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News Items tag as: Okanagan Indian Band 2017

Local governments taking collective approach to Okanagan Rail Trail

Okanagan Indian Band still fighting for compensation over military explosives buried on reserve

High lake level brings North Okanagan septic concerns to the surface

Hotel space a challenge as Okanagan Indian Band works to house evacuees

Okanagan Indian Band builds up defences to protect Lakeshore Road in Vernon

To swim, or not to swim at flooded beaches? First Nations Health Authority says use your eyes — and your nose

Okanagan Indian Band issues more evacuation orders as lake rises

Okanagan Indian Band warns of 'dangerous, disgusting and filthy dirty' flood water

Evacuation order issued by the Okanagan Indian Band for lakefront lots

Residents of the Okanagan Indian Band reserve warned of rising lake waters

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