Honouring our siwɬkʷ

Every year in recognition of World Water Day the ONA hosts a forum that focuses on various water tributaries, watersheds or bodies of water to raise awareness around the state of siwɬkʷ, water within the territory. One of the main goals of the Water Strategy is to improve the way water is managed within Syilx Territory and ensure that clean, flowing water is properly respected and available for all living things. This year the forum is focused on nx̌ʷaqʷaʔstn, Mission Creek. The forum will include a blend of syilx teachings, habitat restoration, and water informed collaborative conversations.

Each year of the Water Forum focuses on a different area within Syilx Okanagan Territory and the water in that area, as well as different topics to focus on each year.  The event brings together Syilx Okanagan Nation members, community members, local partners and organizations, and leadership. The event is held close to World Water Day, March 22, each year.

This year, the Syilx Nation would like to invite you to join us for a ceremony to honour and pray for siwɬkʷ, water in the territory.

Event Information: 

• We will be starting out on the watershed with a water ceremony/syilx water teachings and a presentation on river restoration
• Conversations will continue at Manteo Resort. Lunch will be provided.

Who Should Attend:

• Syilx Nation Members
• Those connected to the Mission Creek by way of planning and the work they undertake
• Those who live on or benefit from mission creek
• Seats are limited

Please note: Participants will be contacted with exact event location upon registration.  Please register below for more details.