Williams Lake First Nation

WLFN Employment Readiness Lab
2026-04-22 09:00 - 15:00 (America/Vancouver) | WLFN Elders Building – 2682 Shuswap Cres, Williams Lake
WLFN Community,

Join us for the Employment Readiness Lab—a hands-on workshop focused on Community-Centered Career Development: Skills for Secwepemc Success.

This workshop is open to everyone, including those who are employed or unemployed, youth, and individuals receiving social assistance or EI who want to strengthen their resume and sharpen their job interview skills.

Participants will build practical, transferable skills and create or refine a professional resume, all while grounding career development in a strong, community-focused approach. The session offers practical guidance, one-on-one support, and take-home tools that can be used immediately when applying for employment opportunities.

Lunch will be provided.

To register, please contact shawna.robbins@wlfn.ca or bobby-jo.kowalski@wlfn.ca

The Sugarcane Community Clean-Up
2026-04-22 10:00 - 14:00 | Elizabeth Grouse Gymnasium, 2674 Indian Drive, Williams Lake, British Columbia, V0K2G0, Canada
Everyone is welcome to take part in our community clean-up in Sugarcane! We’ll provide pizza, garbage bags, gloves, and all necessary supplies. Collected waste will be picked up on Friday during the regular waste collection, so please ensure no wildlife attractants (food, garbage, etc.) are left unsecured before pickup day. The more hands, the better—feel free to invite friends from outside the community to join in and help out.

We will be meeting at the community hockey rink, next to the Elizabeth Grouse gymnasium.

For more information, please contact Jaydeen Sargentjaydeen.sargent@wlfn.ca | 250.296.3507 ext.104

Wellbriety
2026-04-22 17:00 - 18:30, 2026-04-29 17:00 - 18:30, 2026-05-06 17:00 - 18:30, 2026-05-13 17:00 - 18:30, 2026-05-20 17:00 - 18:30 | WLFN Elders Building, 2682 Shuswap Drive, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 5K8, Canada
We host weekly meetings every Wednesday evening in an inclusive, supportive space focused on healing and growth through Indigenous traditions and values.

First three Wednesdays of each month:Meetings with light snacks from 5:00–6:30 pm

Last Wednesday of each month:Extended meeting with dinner from 5:00–7:00 pm, and a guest speaker when available

Everyone is welcome.

For more information:Contact Fawn Michel at redfeatherwellbriety2025@gmail.com

Can’t attend in person?https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87954502076?pwd=[REDACTED]

Yoga with Instructor Marissa Bruneau
2026-04-23 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-30 17:00 - 18:00 | WLFN Elders Building – 2682 Shuswap Cres, Williams Lake
WLFN Community & Staff,

You are welcome to come join and Stretch, Strengthen and Breathe with Yoga instructor, Marissa Bruneau.

Please bring water and wear comfortable clothing. Please arrive a few minutes early to get settled. To register your spot, contact Shemica at the Cwelcwélt Health Station at 250-296-3532 or Amanda Schulz, 250-296-3507 ext. 151

The dates will be:

March 13, 20 & 27April 9, 16, 23 & 30

Elders Building basement5pm-6pm

WLFN Wildlife Projects Update & Community Discussion
2026-04-23 17:00 - 20:00 | Elizabeth Grouse Gymnasium, 2674 Indian Drive, Williams Lake, British Columbia, V0K2G0, Canada
WLFN community, please join us on April 23 from 5:00–8:00 pm at the Elizabeth Grouse Gym for an evening of updates and discussion on WLFN wildlife initiatives.

We’ll be sharing information on current Natural Resources wildlife projects, including in-community badger projects, the Horsefly Elk Camera Trap Project, the Asahal moose study, and the Bighorn Sheep m.Ovi test and remove project. Community members will also receive information about the WLFN Wild Game Household Needs & Hunting Survey, with surveys available to complete at the event.

We’ll close the evening with a discussion on the draft WLFN Hunting Permit Policy for non-Members and welcome community input.

Pizza will be provided, there will be a door prize for attendance, and a prize draw for those who complete the survey.

All community members are encouraged to attend and take part in the conversation

Honouring Our Elders
2026-04-27 13:00 - 16:00 | Culture and Language Building, 189 Groundhog Drive, 189 Groundhog Dr, Williams Lake, BC
Everyone is warmly welcome to join us for food, activities, and more as we come together to honour our elders and lift them up in our community. We would be grateful to spend this time with you. Please join us.

WLFN Drop-In Culture Mondays
2026-04-27 13:30 - 16:30 | Culture and Language Building, 189 Groundhog Drive, 189 Groundhog Dr, Williams Lake, BC
WLFN Community,

The WLFN Culture team will be hosting a series of culturally focused events and workshops for community members. See the available dates below for more details.

April 6th: CLOSED for Easter Monday

April 13th: Beading with Val

April 20th: Rebuilding the Tsqilye and sweat (all day)

April 27th: Celebrate our Elders

Drinks and snacks will be available for all dates.

Contact Kim Swanson for more details, kim.swanson@wlfn.ca

Spring Emergency & Preparedness Expo
2026-04-28 13:00 - 18:00 | Gibraltar Room, 525 Proctor Street, Williams Lake, BC, Canada
Cariboo Chilcotin Emergency Management Collective brings you Spring Emergency & Preparedness Expo!

What would you do in the event of a wildfire, house fire, flood or landslide?

Learn how to prepare, respond, and recover by exploring the local resources and supports available in our community. This event highlights emergency preparedness and response, mental health, and wellness, and community safety—connecting you with information and services designed to help you stay informed, supported, and ready.

Join us to learn what the Williams Lake community has to offer and how to be better prepared.

Door prizes!

Questions? Contact Kyleen Toyne at the WLFN Office, kyleen.toyne@wlfn.ca or 250.296.3507 ext. 186

WLFN Elder Engagement with Dillon Consulting
2026-05-04 12:00 - 15:00 | WLFN Elders Building, 2682 Shuswap Drive, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 5K8, Canada
We are hosting an engagement session for our Elders, to share their knowledge, guidance, and perspectives to help shape a healthier future for our community.

Lunch will be provided.

$100 Honoraria to those Elders who attend in person or virtually

Link to the meeting:

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WLFN Drop-In Culture Mondays
2026-05-04 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-11 13:00 - 16:00 | Culture and Language Building, 189 Groundhog Drive, 189 Groundhog Dr, Williams Lake, BC
WLFN Community,

The WLFN Culture team will be hosting a series of culturally focused events and workshops for community members. See the available dates below for more details.

Monday May 4th: Drop in make and take (Dream Catchers and mini Rattles)

Monday May 11th: Tie Dye Drum’s – Must RSVP if you want to attend this, contact kim.swanson@wlfn.ca

Monday May 18th: Closed for Victoria Day

Monday May 25th: Movie night at Culture Portraits From a Fire, 5-8

Drinks and snacks will be available for all dates.

Contact Kim Swanson for more details, kim.swanson@wlfn.ca

Soapstone Carving for Beginners: Workshop for WLFN Community
2026-05-07 09:00 - 12:00 | WLFN Culture Building, 186 Groundhog Drive, Williams Lake, BC, V0K2G0, Canada
WLFN community members ages 10 to adult, join us to try your hand at soapstone carving in this workshop led by Ed Jensen of Tk’emlups. Participants will get to try finishing a pre-formed blank. No experience necessary, and lunch is included. Space is limited! To reserve your seat, contact: Kyleen.toyne@wlfn.ca or 250.296.3507 ext. 186

Yoga
2026-05-07 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-05-14 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-05-21 17:00 - 18:00 | WLFN Elders Building, 2682 Shuswap Drive, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 5K8, Canada
WLFN Community & Staff, you are welcome to come join and Stretch, Strengthen and Breathe with Yoga instructor, Marissa Bruneau. Please bring water and wear comfortable clothing. Please arrive a few minutes early to get settled. To register your spot, contact Amanda Schulz, 250-296-3507 ext. 151

The dates will be:May: 7,14,21,28June: 4,11,18,25

Elders Building basement5pm-6pm

Copper Jewelry Etching for Beginners: Workshop for WLFN Community
2026-05-07 17:00 - 20:00 | WLFN Culture Building, 186 Groundhog Drive, Williams Lake, BC, V0K2G0, Canada
WLFN community members ages six to adult, join us to make your own personalized copper jewelry in this workshop led by Ed Jensen of Tk’emlups. Magic with chemistry! No experience necessary. Dinner is included. Space is limited! To reserve your seat, contact: Kyleen.toyne@wlfn.ca or 250.296.3507 ext. 186

Wellness Walk and Picnic
2026-05-08 12:00 - 15:00 | Byron Louie Memorial Park, 301 Mission Road, Williams Lake, British Columbia, V0K2G0, Canada
As part of mental health Week in WLFN, everyone is invited to a walk and talk picnic!

Meet at the Elizabeth Grouse Gym at 12 Noon Friday May 8th

We will take a short stroll, share some positivity and then have a simple lunch @ the Tsyile site next to the Byron Louie Memorial Park.

WLFN Mother's Day Spa Getaway
2026-05-09 08:30 - 16:00 | Elizabeth Grouse Gymnasium, 2674 Indian Drive, Williams Lake, British Columbia, V0K2G0, Canada
WLFN Mothers and matriarchs, join us for a Mother’s Day Spa Getaway, Saturday, May 9, from 8:30 am to 4 pm. Meet at the Elizabeth Grouse Gymnasium.

WLFN mothers and matriarchs, you deserve some pampering! This Mother’s Day we are extremely excited to offer a full spa treatment to all WLFN moms, including a fresh haircut, flower bouquet making session, goodie bag, buffet lunch at CJs, and your choice of manicure or pedicure. To participate, you must be available on Saturday, May 9th from 8:30 am until 4 pm. This event is open to Registered WLFN Members who are women or woman-identifying caregivers, parents and guardians: moms, kye7es, step-moms, you name it.

Happy Mother’s Day!

Seating is limited! Contact Kyleen to reserve your seat: kyleen.toyne@wlfn.ca or 250.296.3507 ext. 186

Finding Opportunity at a Job Fair
2026-05-12 10:00 - 11:30 | WLFN Elders Building, 2682 Shuswap Drive, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 5K8, Canada
Ahead of the Williams Lake Job Fair on May 13 & 14, members are invited to attend “Finding Opportunity at a Job Fair,” a session designed to help you prepare and make the most of the experience. Contact Bobby-Jo or Shawna to secure a seat, bobby-jo.kowalski@wlfn.ca or shawna.robbins@wlfn.ca

WLFN Education Community Engagement Session & Dinner
2026-05-13 16:00 - 18:30 | Elizabeth Grouse Gymnasium, 2674 Indian Drive, Williams Lake, British Columbia, V0K2G0, Canada
Everyone is welcome to join us for our Education Community Engagement Session at the Elizabeth Grouse Gymnasium. This is a great opportunity to see the incredible work and programming happening at Little Chiefs Daycare, Primary School, and Post-Secondary Education.

The evening will include presentations, a Q&A session, and dinner. We look forward to seeing you there!

for more information, please contact Michelle Carrier, Administrative assistant at michelle.carrier@wlfn.ca or 250-296-3507 ext. 172

Agenda

4:00 PM Opening Prayer Lillian Alphonse and Grade 4 Students

4:05 PM Drumming Presentation LCPS & LCDC Culture Team

4:15 PM Welcome Address Chief Willie Sellars

4:25 PM Presentations

· Education Presentation – Director of Education, Norma Sure

· Little Chiefs Daycare (LCDC) – ECE Supervisor, Shameena Yasir

· Little Chiefs Primary School (LCPS) – Lead Teacher, Joanne Moiese

· K4 -Grade 12 – Education Coordinator, Tiffany Bishop

· Post-Secondary Education

5:25 PM Question and Answer Session

5:35 PM Dinner Prayer

5:40 PM Dinner

6:30 PM Close

WLFN Men's Group
2026-05-19 17:00 - 20:00 | Culture and Language Building, 189 Groundhog Drive, 189 Groundhog Dr, Williams Lake, BC
The WLFN Men’s Group is gathering to build planter boxes for the ranch — a hands-on night of teamwork.

Hosted by George Warr, Cecil Sheena and William LuluaOpen to all WLFN men!

Delicious moose meatball sandwiches will be provided

Bring your energy and good vibes

Pizza & Possibilities
2026-05-20 17:00 - 20:00 | Elizabeth Grouse Gymnasium, 2674 Indian Drive, Williams Lake, British Columbia, V0K2G0, Canada
We are having some special guests joining us — our very own WLFN Culture and Language team will be speaking with us about their career in teaching, advocating and preserving culture and language.

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 business. Learn about programs and resources available to support your career goals.

Get guidance to help you take the next steps toward your futureWhether 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 wan

Nutritional Therapy: Foods as Medicine
2026-05-21 12:00 - 14:00 | WLFN Elders Building, 2682 Shuswap Drive, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 5K8, Canada
WLFN community,

Join us for a new series focusing on Foods as medicine, hosted by Jim Aleck and George Warr.

Natures Penicillin: a blended mix of fruits, vegetables as a boost for your immune system, especially during cold/flu season.

At the Elders building. Lunch provided. Everyone welcome.

Good! Grief: Share, learn, and talk openly about grief
2026-05-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Culture and Language Building, 189 Groundhog Drive, 189 Groundhog Dr, Williams Lake, BC
Come together to share, learn, and talk openly about grief. We will explore grief work, ways of coping with loss, and both contemporary and traditional approaches to healing. Grief is a natural part of life, yet it can be difficult to navigate alone. With compassion, understanding, and the support of others, we can work through grief together.

Hosted by Jim Aleck.

Dinner provided

Tk’emlúps Announcement 5th Anniversary
2026-05-25 06:00 - 21:00 | Chief William Pow Wow Arbor, 2581 Cariboo Hwy 97 S, Williams Lake, British Columbia, V2G5L2, Canada
We are hosting a Sacred Fire on May 25 in observance of the five years since the Tk’emlúps announcement. The fire will burn from 6:00am to 9:00pm at the campground area outside the Arbor (Please note: not inside the Arbor).

The Culture Team will be drumming from 10:00am to 11:00am, and drummers are welcome to bring their drums. Snacks and refreshments will be provided, and health and cultural supports will be available throughout the day.

This gathering is open to all communities. Everyone is welcome to come at any time during the day to reflect, remember, and honour.
