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We are pleased to advise members that, pursuant to Band Council Resolution (BCR) Number 2026_08_25_01, the Wildfire Evacuation Alert has been rescinded, effective immediately. Chief and Council have reviewed the current conditions and determined that the evacuation alert is no longer required. We thank all members for their patience, cooperation and understanding during this time. Please review the attached Band Council Resolution for the official decision and details. Thank

For more than 30 years, Cook’s Ferry artist Marilyn has used her creativity to celebrate Nlaka'pamux culture through feather painting. Marilyn Lytton’s artistic journey began in 1985 when she studied art with hopes of becoming an art teacher. While raising her family and building a career, she continued to pursue her passion for art. In 1995, she discovered a book featuring paintings on feathers and was inspired to try the unique art form herself. As her skills developed, Mar

Cook's Ferry Indian Band members were well represented this summer as local athletes competed at both the provincial and national levels of fastball. Provincial Success The Cache Creek Chaos U17 boys' team returned home with the gold medal after winning the BC Provincial Championships in Terrace. The team went undefeated throughout the tournament and secured their place as the top U17 boys' fastball team in British Columbia. Among those celebrating the championship were Cook'

Band members are advised that traffic interruptions will occur on Highway 8 at NVPA Site 10 from 7 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 11, to 7 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026, to support bridge concrete sealing work.

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UPDATED FSC FISHERY NOTICE Further to our previous notice, an updated licence has been issued for all Nlaka’pamux communities. Thompson River July 27 at 6 p.m. to July 30 at 6 p.m. Retain: Chinook Salmon Sockeye Salmon Permitted gear: Rod and Reel Dip Net Gillnet Fraser/Thompson confluence to the Bonaparte River Fraser River July 27 at 6 p.m. to July 30 at 6 p.m. Retain: Chinook Salmon only Permitted gear: Rod and Reel Dip Net ❌ Gillnets are not permitted. Sawmill Creek to Wi

Attention Cook’s Ferry Members: This notice is to temporarily pause the retention of all non-target species to support conservation efforts. Chinook fishing remains open at this time. Fish caught under this licence are for Food, Social and Ceremonial purposes only and may not be sold. Designated fishers must carry their designation card while fishing and transporting fish. Food, Social and Ceremonial (FSC) Chinook fishing is open from: July 24, 2026, at 6 p.m. to July31,