WFN's Phased Re-opening to Public

Initial openings will be May 25 and include WFN's Health & Wellness building and Westbank Child Development Centre. Next openings will be June 1 and will include the WFN Government (Lindley) Building and Elders Hall. Future summer/fall phases will include the Youth Centre, Early Years Centre, Sncəwips  Museum, Trading Post, Sənsisyustən School and Gymnasium.
 
WFN’s parks/greenspaces, beaches and sports fields (Pine Stadium & Shannon Lake ballfields) are open for casual use only. Physical distancing measures remain in place, and anyone exhibiting symptoms are asked to remain home and not use public facilities. WFN’s IR 10 beach lots, skatebowl, pumptrack, multi-use sport court, playgrounds, volleyball courts, and outdoor fitness equipment remain closed at this time but are under consideration for reopening at a later date if sufficient safety measures can be implemented.  
 
Plans for reinstatement of cancelled programs and services are currently being developed. As well, WFN will continue to host virtual open houses and explore new ways of communicating with Members, businesses and residents. Staff are available by phone, email or appt, and many services can be found on our website.

WFN Government Strategic Plan (2020-2022) Priorities

Culture and language: encouraging a rich and vibrant culture by maintaining a healthy connection to each other and interconnectedness with the spirit of tmxʷulaxʷ.

Traditional laws and self-government: continue the implementation of self-government while working to revitalize our traditional laws to ensure a balanced approach to governance.

Supporting members: empower all Members with skills and tools to achieve their highest potential through WFN programs and services.

Economic development: focus on sustainable and socially responsible economic development that balances community, culture, and commerce.

Addressing climate change: as syilx people we accept our responsibilities as stewards of the land and will do our part to address climate change.

Good governance: ensure a responsive, accountable, and transparent government that meets the needs of the growing WFN community.

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WFN EDC Strategic Plan (2020-2022)

The WFN EDC continues to address important issues in order to provide for sustainable economic growth. Business retention, facilitation and attraction remain a focus of the EDC, with specific objectives and guiding principles. These include providing a competitive business environment for existing businesses to flourish; engaging in activities, strategies and providing materials, to support economic growth; and attracting new business through increased awareness and visibility. Going forward, the EDC’s activities and strategies must be looked at through the lens of COVID-19, and the repercussions of which will have a significant impact on the business community for the foreseeable future. The EDC considered the impact on the 550 businesses on WFN Lands in the creation of its strategy.

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Explore your own backyard...
 

WFN’s Sənsisyustən House of Learning wins $20,000 worth of new technology from Staples Canada's 2020 Superpower your School Contest 

WFN's corporate office, Ntityix Development Corp has moved to 102-3480 Carrington Road

Help Chief Derickson raise $10,000 and he will shave his head for Haircuts for Healthcare!

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Property taxes & rent

WFN property taxes are due July 2 (those needing extra time have until September 30 to pay without penalty). Rent increases and evictions have been administratively deferred since April 6 until further notice, except in circumstances of health and safety, or to prevent the destruction of property.

London Drugs wants to help local small business owners sell their products

London Drugs is offering up shelf space in select stores to local small businesses who have had to close their doors due to COVID-19. Beginning April 28, small businesses in Western Canada are welcome to submit products for consideration. More

limlemt / Thank You  to Indigenous World Winery for making and donating hand sanitizer to WFN Elders.