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News and Announcements


Community Engagement Session: Potential Solar Energy Opportunity
Come learn about a potential solar energy project being explored in the Spences Bridge and Logan Lake area and share what is important to you. Representatives from Acestes Power will share information about several potential solar generation sites currently being studied in the area between Spences Bridge and Logan Lake. The proposed project is in the early stages of exploration. This engagement session is an opportunity for members to learn more about the proposal, ask quest
Oct 5


Orange Shirt Day & the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Today, we honour residential school Survivors, remember the children who never returned home, and acknowledge the lasting impacts that continue to be felt by Indigenous families, and communities across Canada. For the Nlaka'pamux people, the history of residential schools is not a distant story. It is part of our collective memory. Many of our parents, grandparents, relatives and community members were affected by policies that sought to separate Indigenous children from thei
Sep 29


Wildfire Evacuation Alert Rescinded
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members that, pursuant to Band Council Resolution (BCR) Number 2026_08_25_01, the Wildfire Evacuation Alert has been rescinded, effective immediately.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
Aug 27


Painting Our Stories on Feathers
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
Aug 18


Cook's Ferry Members Earn Recognition on Provincial and National Softball Stage
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'
Aug 14


Notice: Off-Road Vehicle Prohibition
Off-Road Vehicle Prohibition in Effect
Cooks Ferry Indian Band members are advised that, effective immediately (Aug. 10, 2026), the use of off-road vehicles (ORVs) for recreational purposes is prohibited on Crown land throughout the Kamloops Fire Centre.
Aug 10


Highway 8 Traffic Delay Notice
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.
Aug 6


Fishery Notice - July 31, 2026
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Jul 31


Fishery Notice - July 27, 2026
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
Jul 28
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