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EntitiesWilliams Lake First Nation Calls on Canada to Support Revitalization of Former Residential School SiteNew Playground Installed in T’exelcWLFN Business Licence Law EnactedWLFN Issues Letter to City of Quesnel Mayor and Council Regarding Residential School DenialismWLFN-Focused Film ‘Sugarcane” wins at Sundance Film FestivalWilliams Lake First Nation-Focused film ‘Sugarcane’ to premiere at Sundance Film FestivalIn Memoriam of Rick GilbertCanada Apologizes to WLFN for Historical Wrongs Related to Village Site Specific ClaimWilliams Lake First Nation Purchases St. Joseph’s Mission Residential School SiteWLFN to Develop Plan for Area West of Fraser RiverWLFN Responds to Williams Lake Tribune articleKourtney Cook Appointed as CAO of WLFNNew Playground on the way for Sugar CaneQuigli Drive O&M Headquarters Project UnderwaySt. Joseph’s Mission Investigation Phase II ResultsWilliams Lake Mayor and Council Move to Nominate Chief Sellars for BC Reconciliation AwardWLFN Seeks Representative for Board of Three Corners Health SocietyWLFN’s Quigli Government Building Wins Architecture Award<a><strong>Williams Lake First Nation to Begin Search for New CAO</strong></a>Applications Now Open for First Nations Drinking Water Settlement PaymentsLangara College partners with Williams Lake First Nation on two funded applied research projectsCity and WLFN Sign Fire Service AgreementCity and WLFN Sign Fire Service AgreementWestern Indigenous Pipeline Group – WLFN Member SurveyWildland Firefighter Training AvailableArcheological Material Found at Boitanio Mall Excavation SiteGROUND-DISTURBING EARTHWORKS TO BEGIN AT BOITANIO MALL SITEChristmas Bonus offered to WLFN MembersWilliams Lake Community Forest Now Accepting Grant ApplicationsWestern Indigenous Pipeline Group – WLFN Member SurveyVolunteer at Speaking Our Truth Competition Pow WowWLFN and Scout Island Announce New SignageUpdate to Canada’s Indigenous Tax Policy: Indigenous Tax Exemptions will not be Phased OutChief Willie Sellars issues Statement on Pope Francis’ ApologyWLFN and UBCIC Call for Public Inquiry into Role of RCMP in First Nation Father’s DeathWLFN Community Survey: Cariboo Gold Project2022 Chief and Council Nomination Meeting ResultsOsisko Development Signs Agreement with WLFN for the Cariboo Gold ProjectWLFN Renews Participation Agreement with Imperial MetalsChief Sellars Response to Senseless Violence at WL StampedeWLFN Mobile App Available NowWLFN ISSUES RESPONSE TO SCHOOL DISTRICT 27’S STATEMENT REGARDING THE PROPOSED SALE OF POPLAR GLADESummer 2022 Boo Maga NewsletterUpdate on Barkerville Gold Mines (BGM) Cariboo GoldSugar Cane Cannabis to host Grand Opening EventWLFN Announces Historic Village Claim Ratification VotePrime Minister Justin Trudeau to visit Williams Lake First NationWLFN Announces Plans for New Development on IR6 in City of Williams LakeSt. Joseph’s Mission Investigation Activity Summary for the period of January 29 to February 04, 2022St. Joseph’s Mission Investigation Activity Summary for the period of January 22 to January 26, 2022ST. JOSEPH’S MISSION INVESTIGATION – WLFN RELEASES PHASE 1 GEOPHYSICAL RESULTSST. JOSEPH’S MISSION INVESTIGATION GEOPHYSICAL RESULTSBorrowing for New Capital ProjectsSt. Joseph’s Mission Investigation Activity Summary for the period of November 27 to December 10, 2021WILLIAMS LAKE FIRST NATION ISSUES RELEASE REGARDING ST. JOSEPH’S MISSION GEOPHYSICAL RESULTSSt. Joseph’s Mission Investigation Activity Summary for the period of November 20 to November 26, 2021ST. JOSEPH’S MISSION INVESTIGATION GEOPHYSICAL RESULTSSt. Joseph’s Mission Investigation Activity Summary for the period of November 13 to November 19, 2021St. Joseph’s Mission Investigation Activity Summary for the period of November 06 to November 12, 2021St. Joseph’s Mission Investigation Activity Summary for the period of October 30 to November 05, 2021ST. JOSEPH’S MISSION INVESTIGATION – REQUEST FROM THE PUBLIC FOR ADDITIONAL DOCUMENTSCOVID-19 Vaccination to Become Mandatory for WLFN StaffSt. Joseph’s Mission Investigation Activity Summary for the period of October 23 to October 29, 2021An Open Letter Regarding Mayor Walt Cobb’s Social Media Post About Residential SchoolsSt. Joseph’s Mission Investigation Activity Summary for the period of October 16 to October 22, 2021ST. JOSEPH’S MISSION INVESTIGATION – ACTIVITY SUMMARY FOR THE PERIOD OF OCTOBER 09 TO OCTOBER 15, 2021St. Joseph’s Mission Investigation – Activity Summary for the period of October 02 to October 08, 2021St. Joseph’s Mission Investigation Activity Summary for the period of September 25 to October 01, 2021St. Joseph’s Mission Investigation Activity Summary for the period of September 18 to September 24, 2021St. Joseph’s Mission Investigation – Activity Summary for the period of September 11 to September 17, 2021St. Joseph’s Mission Investigation: Activity Summary for the period of September 3 to September 10, 2021St. Joseph’s Mission Investigation: Activity Summary for the period of August 30 to September 3, 2021LIMITED FRASER SOCKEYE OPENINGLIMITED SOCKEYE OPENING EXTENSIONWLFN announces direct contact line to share information regarding St. Joseph’s MissionA Way Forward – WLFN Announces Intent to Analyze St Joseph’s Mission SiteNaming Ceremony Scheduled for Nekw7usem BridgeTRU joins unique Indigenous ranching partnershipWLFN Renews Letter of Expectation with RCMPWLFN Announces Community Housing StrategyFirst Nations make tough choices in cannabis marketNatural ResourcesWLFN TCETŚ (ELK) HARVESTING DIRECTIVEWilliams Lake First Nation 2025 Fishing PlanWLFN Fisheries Report: June 27, 2025Cultural Benefits to Grassland RestorationProvince of BC, WLFN, and Esk’etemc sign government-to-government Letter of Understanding around Chilcotin River LandslideWLFN Fisheries Report: August 2, 2024Williams Lake First Nation Signs Joint Development Agreement with West FraserSugar Cane Archaeology Wins Indigenous Business AwardWLFN Fisheries Report: August 16, 2023WLFN Fisheries Report: August 3, 2023WLFN Fisheries Notice: July 25, 2023WLFN Fisheries Notice: July 18, 2023Bringing Fire Back to the LandThe Public Asked to Contribute to Interactive Badger-Tracking MapIt’s Better to be Inside the Tent: from Civil Disobedience to Seats at the TableWestern Indigenous Pipeline Group – WLFN Member SurveyBusinessThe Osprey Nest Social House and EateryCoyote Rock Golf CourseCoyote Rock EstatesSugar Cane CannabisUnity CannabisBorland Creek LoggingSugar Cane Petroleum Products (SCPP)Sugar Cane Development CorporationSugar Cane ArchaeologyMember NewsRepresent WLFN as an Authorized Representative for The Le7 te Melamen SocietyWilliams Lake First Nation Welcomes New Employment Coordinator, Bobby-Jo KowalskiWLFN Individual Agreement amendmentBenefits for WLFN MembersSpring and Fall Burning – Remember Your Permit2025 Recycling and Large Item Pickup ScheduleImportant Notice: T’exelc Transfer Station ClosureWLFN Special Membership Meeting: Category 2 Applicant Vote ResultsWhat events would you like to see in your community?What events would you like to see in your community?WLFN Animal Control Laws – updates for 2025Membership Vote on Category 2 Applicants2025 Updates to WLFN Member Benefit planAnimal Control Law – Third ReadingCommunity Christmas Resources2025 WLFN Business Licences Deadline Jan. 31, 20252024 WLFN Member Annual Trust & Christmas Bonus FormWLFN Building Law EnactedSign the petition to amend the 1991 Williams Lake First Nation Membership RulesTwo new laws passed at July 11 WLFN Council MeetingMember Health Benefits Available NowStreet Sweeping Begins Tuesday, March 19, 2024Welcome to WLFN, Mental Health and Wellness Counsellor, George Warr2023 Membership Vote ResultsCommunity Trust and Christmas Bonus Payment Submissions Now Open for Registered WLFN MembersPet Safety in the CommunitySpring and Fall Burning – Remember Your PermitVirtual Engagement Session – Barkerville Gold MinesSpring Burning Notice 2022SJM Wellness Supports BookletWLFN Recycling and Garbage Holiday ScheduleIndigenous End of Life Guide Courses AvailableWLFN Christmas Bonus for all Members 18+Williams Lake Community Forest Now Accepting Grant ApplicationsBear Sighting in Sugar CaneOffice Closure: Friday September 3rdScheduled Water Shut OffDo you still need help with your census?Water Reduction NoticeLake Ex Employment Opportunities for WLFN MembersStay Safe During the Heatwave!Water Conservation During Hot WeatherConstruction on Mission Road and Coyote Rock Road – Coyote Rock Estates/Quigli Drive (Frontage Road)Fire Keepers RequiredHealth Station set to open doors on June 7thSacred Fire to Honour Residential School VictimsAvailable Health Station ResourcesCensus Collection UpdateNOTICE: Bear Sightings in the CommunityCommunity Garbage Bins no longer availableTraffic in front of Little Chiefs Primary SchoolPrescribed Burns to Occur in the Cariboo Fire CentreCommunity Burn Taking Place at Sugar CaneCOVID-19 Vaccination Schedule: April UpdateCOVID-19 Vaccination Schedule UpdateSpring Burn Permit NoticeBorrowing for New Capital ProjectsMembership Vote HeldNew Sweat Lodge ProgressEventsSite Map2025 Father’s Day Traditional Pow Wow2025 Speaking Our Truth Competition Pow WowDrop-In Beading2025 Education Celebration & Ceremony2025 NStQ Citizens’ AssemblyWomen’s Wellness: Yoga NightsElders DanceSpring 2025 Wildlife ExcursionsSpring 2025 Wildlife ExcursionsSpring 2025 Wildlife ExcursionsNatural Resources Department Strategic Plan Community MeetingsNatural Resources Department Strategic Plan Community MeetingsWLFN Intermediate Big Canoe Leader SkillsWLFN Intermediate Big Canoe Leader SkillsMedicine Making with Barb WycotteRemote First Aid/CPR C + AED TrainingRemote First Aid/CPR C + AED TrainingRemote First Aid/CPR C + AED TrainingSugarcane Community CleanupRibbon Skirt/Shirt Workshop with Dancing Water SandyWomen’s Wellness Series: Full Body WorkoutWomen’s Wellness Series: Full Body WorkoutWomen’s Wellness Series: Full Body WorkoutMaking Trout Fishing Spears with Ed Jensen – AGA Workshop for WLFN MembersTea Blending with Dancing Water Sandy – AGA Workshop for WLFN MembersTraditional Digging Sticks with Ed Jensen – AGA Workshop for WLFN MembersLearn to play Lahal – AGA Workshop for WLFN MembersMaking Hand and Face Cream with Barb Wycotte -AGA Workshop for WLFN MembersSacred Scents natural candle making- AGA Workshop for WLFN MembersPine Needle Medallions with Sally & Helen – AGA Workshop for WLFN MembersMaking Salves with Dancing Water Sandy – AGA Workshop for WLFN MembersTraditional Naming Ceremony for Avery and Zalirah Sandy-DennisFather’s Day Sllekméwes (Lahal) TournamentAnnual General AssemblyThe Screech Owls Live! A WLFN AGA Concert.Ribbon Skirt/Shirt Workshop with Dancing Water Sandy2025 Summer Solstice & Baby Welcoming CeremonyGrowing Through Grief sharing circle and dinnerGrowing Through Grief sharing circle and dinnerGrowing Through Grief sharing circle and dinnerGrowing Through Grief sharing circle and dinnerWLFN Men’s Canoe Trip and Beach BBQMedicine Making with Barb WycotteInvasive Plants Info Session for WLFN CommunityInvasive Plants Info Session for WLFN CommunitySJM Site Revitalization Engagement Session – Williams LakeYouth Programming Info Night (Ages 13-21)WLFN Natural Resources Department Strategic Plan Community MeetingWomen’s Wellness: Low Impact Workout & StretchingWomen’s Wellness: Low Impact Workout & StretchingSt. Joseph’s Mission Site Revitalization Virtual Engagement SessionSt. Joseph’s Mission Site Revitalization Virtual Engagement SessionMedicine Making with Barb WycotteCake Decorating with Jaydeen SargentTraditional Native Plant Identification with Amy SandyVirtual Meeting: How to Teach Your Kids About MoneyFirst Tee Free Golf for Kids ProgramFirst Tee Free Golf for Kids ProgramFirst Tee Free Golf for Kids ProgramFirst Tee Free Golf for Kids ProgramFirst Tee Free Golf for Kids ProgramFirst Tee Free Golf for Kids ProgramLine Dancing Workshop and Barn Dance!First Nations Child and Family Services & Jordan’s Principle Settlement Support Drop-InFirst Nations Child and Family Services & Jordan’s Principle Settlement Support Drop-InWellbriety SeriesWellbriety SeriesWellbriety SeriesWellbriety SeriesWellbriety SeriesWellbriety SeriesWellbriety SeriesWLFN Elders Helicopter Tours of Mt. Polleyhealth and Emergency ExpoElders Paddle DaysElders Paddle DaysDrum CirclesDrum CirclesDrum CirclesDrum CirclesDrum CirclesDrum CirclesBerry Picking for CommunityWLFN Youth Programming Info NightLeather Belt Making with Nicole PaskerminLeather Belt Making with Nicole PaskerminCanning with CultureCanning with CultureCanning with CultureFamily Bowling NightCommunity Update: Self-Government DepartmentCommunity BBQSupporting a Loved One in Addiction: a One Day ForumMelámen GatheringMelámen GatheringMelámen Gathering Tee Off For Youth Fundraiser Golf Tournament2025-2026 Amended Budget Council MeetingGrowing Together: A Community Feast & Food Sustainability GatheringPottery ClassLet’s Make Jam & Syrup! Wellness and Recovery MeetingsWLFN Youth Summer Trip to West Edmonton MallBuild Your Own DIY Air PurifierAdvanced Wilderness First Aid TrainingAdvanced Wilderness First Aid TrainingAdvanced Wilderness First Aid TrainingAdvanced Wilderness First Aid TrainingFirst Aid Level 1 Training for WLFN MembersFirst Aid Level 1 Training for WLFN MembersFirst Aid Level 1 Training for WLFN MembersAdvanced First Aid Level 3 Training for WLFN MembersChainsaw Safety CourseChainsaw Safety CourseChainsaw Safety CourseWLFN Salmon CelebrationWLFN Salmon CelebrationWLFN Elders Tour of the Cariboo Fire CentreCommemoration Ceremony: To Honour Our Mistreated AncestorsWLFN Youth Council ElectionWLFN Elders Trip to BarkervilleLunch and Learn with Star West PetroleumDay at the Lake Paddle & Lunch – NEW DATEPizza & Possibilities: WLFN Youth Drop-In Career ExplorationFall Equinox CeremonyWLFN Hunting CampWLFN Hunting CampWLFN Hunting CampWLFN Hunting CampConnection Between Diabetes and Addiction/Recovery with Jillian NeunerSpooky Cupcakes Workshop for WLFN MembersFinancial Literacy for WLFN MembersWellbriety SeriesWellbriety SeriesWellbriety SeriesWellbriety SeriesWellbriety SeriesWellbriety SeriesPizza & Possibilities: WLFN Youth Drop-In Career ExplorationEarth’s Gathering Community FeastGrief Ceremony
