The siwɬkʷ Water and Climate Forum was never meant to be a single conversation—it was a catalyst for ongoing action and collaboration.

In this five-part series, independent journalist Aaron Hemens for IndigiNews highlights how syilx leaders are carrying forward the teachings, lessons, relationships, and momentum from the Forum through Indigenous-led watershed governance, collaborative stewardship, and long-term ecological planning.

These stories showcase the ongoing efforts across the Okanagan and Similkameen watersheds, particularly the work of the Collaborative Leadership Table, to advance watershed stewardship and protect water for generations to come. As we head into another hot summer, with drought and water scarcity remaining significant challenges, the importance of continued collaboration, shared learning, and collective action has never been clearer.

Join the Conversation! Click here to view the 5 part series :

1. cewel’na Leon Louis honoured at syilx water gathering
2. syilx leader calls drought forecast ‘worrisome’
3. syilx Nation declares watershed emergency
4. syilx-led watershed effort lacking crucial municipal support
5. syilx leaders, allies envision watershed stewardship for the next 250 years – Indiginews