Neighbours have come together to tackle common issues.
Members of the Vernon and Okanagan Indian Band councils met to discuss areas of mutual interest and collaborate on how best to provide services to residents in both communities.
“This was a great opportunity for our newly elected councillors to meet with the City of Vernon and learn about some of the initiatives our two governments are working on together,” said Chief Byron Louis.
“We expect to continue collaborating on initiatives that benefit both communities.”
Topics included service provision to Sandy Beach lands, emergency planning and emergency support, public transportation and a recognition ceremony of OKIB terrritorial lands.
“Our council and administration value our relationship with OKIB and with the members of OKIB who live in our community,” said Mayor Akbal Mund.
“I believe we all came away from this meeting with a mutual commitment to deepening that relationship and working together as friends and partners.”