Williams Lake First Nation

Halloween Bash
2025-10-29 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Vancouver) | Elizabeth Grouse Gymnasium, 2674 Indian Drive, Williams Lake, British Columbia, V0K2G0, Canada
WLFN Community,

The Recreation Team is excited to announce our annual Halloween Bash, taking place on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at the Elizabeth Grouse Gym. The event will begin at 6:00 PM and continue until the fireworks start at 8:00 PM.

We invite you and your families to join us for an evening of fun, games, and community celebration!

Guess the Amount – 1 person

Bag Decorating – 1-2 people

Bouncy Castle – 1 person

Concession – 1 person

Free Store
2025-10-28 10:00 - 16:00 | WLFN Elders Building, 2682 Shuswap Drive, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 5K8, Canada
WLFN Social Development is hosting a Free Store on Tuesday, October 28th at the Elders Building from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM (or until all items are gone).

Come browse a wide selection of free clothing and household items — everyone is welcome!

We’re also accepting donations in advance. If you’d like to contribute, please contact Lisa Presley at lisa.presley@wlfn.ca or Carla Berkelaar at carla.berkelaar@wlfn.ca

Spooky Cupcakes Workshop for WLFN Members
2025-10-27 17:00 - 19:00 | WLFN Elders Building, 2682 Shuswap Drive, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 5K8, Canada
WLFN members, join Jaydeen Sargent and learn how to decoratefun Halloween cupcakes! Decorate six cupcakes to take home.

Dinner included. Space is limited!

5-7 PM at the WLFN Elders Building.

Contact Kyleen to sign up:kyleen.toyne@wlfn.ca250.296.3507 ext 186

Connected by the Beat: Music Trivia Night
2025-10-23 17:00 - 18:00 | The Osprey Nest Social House & Eatery, 1205 Borland Road, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 4V1, Canada
Join us for a fun night of music trivia and small bites at the Osprey Nest! Free admission, snacks included! Jam out with old friends, or mingle with new ones. Brought to you by the Williams Lake Social Collective, and sponsored by Williams Lake First Nation and the Osprey Nest.

Doors open at 5 PM, and trivia starts at 6 PM.

1205 Borland Rd, Williams Lake, BC.

Earth's Gathering Community Feast
2025-10-22 17:00 - 20:00 | Elizabeth Grouse Gymnasium, 2674 Indian Drive, Williams Lake, British Columbia, V0K2G0, Canada
WLFN Community, please join us for our Earth’s Gathering Community Feast! We will be bringing in food from this years hunt and having a night of celebration. We will have door prizes as well!!

Wellbriety Series
2025-10-22 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-10-08 17:00 - 18:30 | WLFN Elders Building – 2682 Shuswap Cres, Williams Lake
Everyone, join us for a series of Wellbriety gatherings—an inclusive, supportive space focused on healing and growth through Indigenous traditions and values.

What to Expect:Traditional teachingsPrinciples of honesty, hope, and serviceA holistic approach to well-beingEncouragement to live a good life

Come share a meal, connect with community, and take steps on your healing journey. All WLFN members are welcome.

Dates:Oct. 8, 22Nov. 5, 19Dec. 3, 17

Time: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM (Dinner included)

Location: Elders Building

Open to all everyone!

Facilitator: Fawn Michelbackroadstorecovery2020@gmail.com

Financial Literacy for WLFN Members
2025-10-20 17:30 - 20:00 | WLFN Administration Building, 2561 Quigli Drive, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 0B1, Canada
WLFN Members turning 18, or generally wanting to increase your financial knowledge, sign up for the free Financial Literacy course! This course is required for minors turning 18 to receive WLFN Community Trust payments, but is also a fantastic resource for anybody wishing to sharpen their financial skills. Dinner will be provided starting at 5:30 PM and course begin at 6 PM. At the Council Chambers of the WLFN Administration Building on Quigli Drive.

To sign up, or for more info, contact:linda.bond@wlfn.ca | 250.296.3507 ext 131

For those who can’t make it in-person, join online right here:

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Pizza & Possibilities: WLFN Youth Drop-In Career Exploration
2025-10-15 18:00 - 20:00 | Elizabeth Grouse Gymnasium, 2674 Indian Drive, Williams Lake, British Columbia, V0K2G0, Canada
Are you a youth looking to explore your career options, connect with local employment opportunities, or get guidance on training and business development? Join us for a Youth Drop-In Session at the WLFN Rec Centre hosted by WLFN Employment Team, Shawna Robbins and Bobby-Jo Kowalski.

Pizza generously donated by Red Tomato Pies!

This is your chance to:

Meet and build relationships with WLFN Employment Coordinators.Ask questions about training, job searching, or starting your own businessLearn about programs and resources available to support your career goalsGet guidance to help you take the next steps toward your future

Whether you’re just starting to think about your career or looking for ways to grow your skills and opportunities, this session is for you. Drop in, explore your options, and take the first step toward building the career you want

First Aid Level 1 Training for WLFN Members
2025-09-29 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-13 08:00 - 17:00 | Thompson Rivers University Williams Lake, 1250 Western Ave, Williams Lake, BC, Canada
WLFN Members, sign up for a one-day First Aid Level 1 training. Held at TRU Williams Lake. Seats are limited!

Pick from three options: August 16, September 13, or September 29.

To sign up, contact: Bobby-Jo.Kowalski@wlfn.ca

Day at the Lake Paddle & Lunch - NEW DATE
2025-09-27 10:00 - 14:00 | Scout Island, Scout Island Rd, Williams Lake, BC V2G 5K5
WLFN Members, you are invited to join us at Scout Island for a fun day of canoeing, kayaking, paddleboarding and we will be having a lunch afterwards!

Bring your own kayaks and paddleboards, we will have the BIG canoe as well. Participants are responsible for their own life jackets and safety.

Please contact George Warr for more details – george.warr@wlfn.ca

Connection Between Diabetes and Addiction/Recovery with Jillian Neuner
2025-09-25 12:00 - 14:00 | WLFN Elders Building, 2682 Shuswap Drive, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 5K8, Canada
Everyone is welcome to join us for a session on the connection between diabetes and addiction/recovery and what the diabetes nurse provides to support community members effected by diabetes. Lunch provided

WLFN Hunting Camp
2025-09-25 06:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-24 06:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-23 06:00 - 21:00, 2025-09-22 08:00 - 21:00 | British Columbia
All subject to change based on fire and weather.

Departure Date: September 22, 2025, at 8:00am from Culture Building.

Monday, Day 1:9:30- Arrive and set up12:00-1:00- Lunch1:00-2:00- Hunting Ceremony2:00-4:00- Traditional Hunting Teaching4:30-5:30-Dinner5:30-till late- Evening hunt/Camp games

Tuesday Day 2:6:00- Morning hunt (bagged breakfast)8:30-9:30- Breakfast (for hunting camp)10:00-12:00- Camp games12:00-1:00- Lunch1:00-4:00- Free Time/ Processing(if needed)4:30-5:30-Dinner5:30-till late- Evening Hunt/Lahal

Wednesday Day 3:6:00- Morning hunt (bagged breakfast)8:30-9:30- Breakfast (for hunting camp)10:00-12:00- Camp games12:00-1:00- Lunch1:00-4:00- Teaching Processing (Cecil)4:30-5:30-Dinner5:30-till late- Evening Hunt/ Story Telling

Thursday Day 4:6:00- Morning hunt (bagged breakfast)8:30-9:30- Breakfast (for hunting camp)9:30-12:00- Pack up and head back to WLFN

For more information, please contact Kim Swanson, kim.swanson@wlfn.ca or 250-296-3507 ext. 102

Wellbriety Series
2025-09-24 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-09-10 17:00 - 18:30 | WLFN Elders Building, 2682 Shuswap Drive, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 5K8, Canada
WLFN members, join us for a series of Wellbriety gatherings—an inclusive, supportive space focused on healing and growth through Indigenous traditions and values.

What to Expect:Traditional teachingsPrinciples of honesty, hope, and serviceA holistic approach to well-beingEncouragement to live a good life

Come share a meal, connect with community, and take steps on your healing journey. All WLFN members are welcome.

Dates:

July 2, 16, 30

August 13, 27

September 10, 24

Time: 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM (Dinner included)Location: Elders BuildingOpen to all WLFN members

Facilitator: Fawn Michelbackroadstorecovery2020@gmail.com

This event will also be available to watch online. To get a link to the meeting, please contact Fawn Michel, backroadstorecovery2020@gmail.com

Chainsaw Safety Course
2025-09-24 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-23 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-09-22 08:00 - 17:00 | TRU Williams Lake Campus 1250 Western Ave, Williams Lake, 1250 Western Ave, Williams Lake, BC, Canada
WLFN Members, sign up for Chainsaw Safety Course training. This runs for three days, from 8AM until 5PM each day.

There will be a good mix of training in classroom at the TRU Williams Lake campus and some hands-on experience taking place out in the field.

To sign up, contact: Bobby-Jo.Kowalski@wlfn.ca

Fall Equinox Ceremony
2025-09-20 17:00 - 20:00 | Culture and Language Building, 189 Groundhog Drive, 189 Groundhog Dr, Williams Lake, BC
WLFN Community, please join us at the WLFN Culture Mecca Building on 189 Groundhog Drive for our Fall Equinox Ceremony.

MC: William Lulua

4:30 pm Doors Open

5:00 pm Opening remarks

Opening Prayer – Elder

Opening Drum Song – Peace Song

5:30 pm Pipe Ceremony

Dinner to follow

7:00 pm Baby Welcoming Ceremony (Tentative)

Drum song – Lullaby (Tentative)

Giveaway

Feast & refreshments will be provided by the Culture & Language Team.

Seating is limited, so please RSVP to Kim Swanson, kim.swanson@wlfn.ca or 250-296-3507 ext. 102

Kukwstép-kucw

Pizza & Possibilities: WLFN Youth Drop-In Career Exploration
2025-09-17 18:00 - 20:00 | Elizabeth Grouse Gymnasium, 2674 Indian Drive, Williams Lake, British Columbia, V0K2G0, Canada
Are you a youth looking to explore your career options, connect with local employment opportunities, or get guidance on training and business development? Join us for a Youth Drop-In Session at the WLFN Red Centre hosted by WLFN Employment Team, Shawna Robbins and Bobbi-Jo Kowalski.

This is your chance to:Meet and build relationships with WLFN Employment CoordinatorsAsk questions about training, job searching, or starting your own businessLearn about programs and resources available to support your career goalsGet guidance to help you take the next steps toward your future

Whether you’re just starting to think about your career or looking for ways to grow your skills and opportunities, this session is for you. Drop in, explore your options, and take the first step toward building the career you want!

Advanced First Aid Level 3 Training for WLFN Members
2025-09-15 08:00 - 2025-09-26 17:00 | Thompson Rivers University Williams Lake, 1250 Western Ave, Williams Lake, BC, Canada
WLFN Members, sign up for Advanced First Aid (Level 3) training. This is an intensive course, running five days a week for two weeks, 8AM until 5PM each day.

Level 3 First Aid certification not only gives you some critical life-saving skills, but can open up new employment opportunities, and give your resume a competitive edge.

To sign up, contact: Bobby-Jo.Kowalski@wlfn.ca

Tee Off For Youth Fundraiser Golf Tournament
2025-09-13 09:30 - 19:00 | Coyote Rock Golf Course, 2551 Cariboo Hwy, Williams Lake, British Columbia, V2G5L2
Swing for a good cause: Helping kids play! Sign up for the Tee Off For Youth Fundraiser Golf Tournament. All proceeds go towards kids programming at Williams Lake First Nation and the First Tee golf program.

Sign up your office or workplace! Sponsor teams available! Space is Limited!

To register, contact Paige Outhouse, paige.outhouse@wlfn.ca :$100 per person or $400 per team (four people per team). Four-person scramble. 18 holes. 9:30 AM shotgun start. Hole prizes and draws! Lunch available by donation. Remember to reserve or bring your own cart (some are available at the course).

For sponsorship opportunities, contact Crystal: crystal.wells@wlfn.ca or 250.296.3507 ext. 126.

Brought to you by Williams Lake First Nation Recreation and First Tee.

WLFN Youth Council Election
2025-09-10 17:00 - 20:00 | Elizabeth Grouse Gymnasium, 2674 Indian Drive, Williams Lake, British Columbia, V0K2G0, Canada
We are pleased to announce that the Youth Council will be holding its first-ever vote on Wednesday September 10th, from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM in the Gym, this is an exciting moment for the Youth Council. We ask you to come out as your support and encouragement mean a great deal to the young individuals who have applied to be a part of this incredible leadership opportunity.

Dinner will be provided and we will be drawing for door prizes!

Commemoration Ceremony: To Honour Our Mistreated Ancestors
2025-09-09 10:30 - 12:00 | British Columbia
In the 1990s, ancestral remains disturbed by past development in Williams Lake were returned from the Royal BC Museum. Guided by Elders, Williams Lake First Nation ensured a respectful reburial process. Over the years, sites impacted included the Boitano Mall, Comer Hill Pub, Sikh Temple, Western Avenue Trailer Park, and the Highway 20 connector.

A headstone will now be placed at the reburial site overlooking the T’exelc community to honour these ancestors.

Date & Time: Sept. 9th – Opening prayer begins at 10:30am Location: Reburial site, accessed through Kristy Palmantier’s property

10:30am – Opening Prayer with Jean William

Drumming & Smudging with Danikka and William (Culture & Language Team)

10:45am – Remarks from Chief Willie Sellars, including the history of the six Indigenous remains

TransportationShuttles will be provided. Two SUVs will transport attendees from the Elizabeth Grouse Gymnasium at 10:30am, returning at 12:30pm.

Light snacks and refreshments will be available.

2025 Speaking Our Truth Competition Pow Wow
2025-09-05 19:00 - 2025-09-07 20:00 | Chief William Pow Wow Arbor, 2581 Cariboo Hwy 97 S, Williams Lake, British Columbia, V2G5L2, Canada
Save the date for Williams Lake First Nation’s 2025 Speaking Our Truth Competition Pow Wow, Sept. 6-7, 2025, in beautiful T’exelc (Williams Lake First Nation Traditional Territory). At the Chief William Pow Wow Arbor. Stay tuned for more details as they come.

WLFN Elders Trip to Barkerville
2025-09-05 08:30 - 17:30 | British Columbia
WLFN Elders,

We’re taking a day trip to Barkerville! Bus Leaves the Elizabeth Grouse Gym at 8:30, and returns at 5-6pm. Snacks, drinks, and entry are covered, bring money for lunch! Dress for the weather, with good footwear for lots of walking (no flip flops)

For more info or to sign up, contact:Carla Berkelaar | 250. 296. 3507 ext 119 | carla.berkelaar@wlfn.ca
