Williams Lake First Nation

Yoga
2026-05-07 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-05-14 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-05-21 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-05-28 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Vancouver) | 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

WLFN Drop-In Culture Mondays
2026-05-11 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-25 17:00 - 20:00 | 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

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

Wellbriety
2026-05-13 17:00 - 18:30, 2026-05-20 17:00 - 18:30, 2026-05-27 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]

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.

CMH Redevelopment Lunch
2026-05-25 11:30 - 15:30 | Elizabeth Grouse Gymnasium, 2674 Indian Drive, Williams Lake, British Columbia, V0K2G0, Canada

Pow Wow Coed Sweats with Cecil Sheena
2026-05-26 17:00 - 21:00 | Tsqilye Building, 301 Mission Road, Williams Lake, British Columbia, V2G5K9, Canada
Everyone is welcome to join us for a series of sweats down at the WLFN Tsqilye site (next to the Byron Louie Memorial park). We will be having sweats once a week starting May 26 thru to June 17 starting at 5:00pm and lead by Cecil Sheena. On June 19, we will be having our Pipe Ceremony at the Tsqilye starting at 9:00am

Bird Identification Sessions
2026-05-27 09:00 - 11:00 | BC
Get out you cameras and binoculars, WLFN Lands is hosting 3 public Bird I.D’ing Sessions.

These sessions are open to the public. Coffee, drinks, and snacks will be provided. Lunch will be provided on June 10. Door prizes available.

May 279:15 – 11:15 AMMeet at the Byron Louie baseball field, 301 Mission Rd, Williams Lake, BC

June 39:15 – 11:15 AMMeeting at the Pow Wow Grounds (Elders parking area), 2581 Cariboo Hwy 97 S, Williams Lake, BC

June 109:15 AM – 1:00 PMMeeting at Scout Island (by the washrooms), 1305 A Borland Rd, Williams Lake, BC

Hosted by the WLFN Lands Department

Honouring Our Youth Gala
2026-05-27 17:00 - 21:00 | Elizabeth Grouse Gymnasium, 2674 Indian Drive, Williams Lake, British Columbia, V0K2G0, Canada
Honouring Our Youth Gala

WLFN Community, please join us for a special evening celebrating the achievements of our youth. Together, we’ll honour the many ways they grow, learn, and continue to make us proud.

Do you know a WLFN youth (ages 0–21) who deserves recognition? Help us lift up our young people by sharing their accomplishments from January 2025 to July 2026. Big or small, every achievement matters and is worth celebrating.

Please send a short description (and photos, if possible) to:

Hana Elefson – hana.elefson@wlfn.caorAmee Roy – amee.roy@wlfn.ca

Wednesday, May 27 | 5:00–9:00 PMElizabeth Grouse Gymnasium2674 Indian Dr, Williams Lake, BC

Elders Recognition Dance
2026-05-28 11:00 - 16:00 | Elizabeth Grouse Gymnasium, 2674 Indian Drive, Williams Lake, British Columbia, V0K2G0, Canada
Please join us for the 2026 Elders Recognition Dance!

Lunch, dancing, 50/50 and a silent auction. Live music from Amanda Lyons.

Please RSVP to Carla so she knows how many people to expect:carla.berkelaar@wlfn.ca | 250.296.3507 ext. 119

Nutritional Therapy Part II: Reduce Blood Pressure
2026-05-28 12:00 - 14:00 | WLFN Elders Building, 2682 Shuswap Drive, Williams Lake, BC, V2G 5K8, Canada
WLFN Community,

please join us for another Nutritional Therapy session hosted by Jim Aleck and George Warr. This week we will be discussing high blood pressure and a blend of vegetable and spices, to help lower it.

Lunch will be provided. Everyone is welcome

Nakoda Connections & Îyârhe Nakoda Equine Healing Program
2026-05-28 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-29 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-30 14:00 - 17:00, 2026-05-31 14:00 - 17:00 | 150 Mile Ranch, 20 Valley Road, 150 Mile House, BC
Nakoda Connections & Îyârhe Nakoda Equine Healing Program is a horse culture-based healing program developed to foster and balance the connection between the horse and participant.

WLFN, in partnership with the 150 Mile WLFN Ranch, is pleased to offer this program for WLFN Youth and Adult members.

• 8 WLFN-registered youth (ages 11+)• 8 WLFN adult members

Dates (participants must be available for all sessions):• May 28, 29, 30 & 31• June 18, 19, 20 & 21

Time: 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm daily

Transportation will be provided

How to Apply: Application forms are available by contacting Kyleen.Toyne@wlfn.ca

WLFN Elders Paddle on Williams Lake
2026-05-29 09:00 - 12:00 | Scout Island, Scout Island Rd, Williams Lake, BC V2G 5K5
WLFN Elders, please join us for a fun and exciting morning of canoeing out on Williams Lake.

Contact George Warr for information, george.warr@wlfn.ca or 250-296-3507 ext. 155

Picnic Lunch provided.

Extra paddlers are appreciated!!
