Ktunaxa Nation

08/28/2026

😍 Alfred & Mara are back at it again, this time offering an online Conversational Ktunaxa Language Course starting in October! Learn more & sign-up: https://cbeen.ca/ktunaxa-resources/

08/28/2026

Kiʔsuʔk kyukyit,

Shuswap Band, in partnership with ʔAkisq̓nuk, invites community members to join us for Overdose Awareness Day.

This gathering will offer a space to remember those we have lost, support those affected by substance use and share life-saving knowledge.

Monday, August 31, 2026
11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Lions Hall
651 Highway 93/95, Invermere, BC

The gathering will include:

• Opening prayer
• A shared meal of burgers and salad
• Naloxone training
• Speakers sharing their lived experiences

Please join us as we come together in support, remembrance and community.

If someone needs a ride to please contact the ʔAkisq̓nuk health centre at (250)342-6379

Hu sukiⱡq̓ukni.

08/28/2026

📣 We have a big announcement to share!
The Indigenous Leadership Initiative is launching the First Nations Stewardship Fund – a brand new funding stream for Guardians programs across the country! 💪🌿

We know how essential Guardians are in protecting lands and waters, monitoring development and industry, supporting communities and cultural knowledge, all while strengthening Nationhood – and we couldn’t be more thrilled that we have the chance to support them.

So what are the details? This fund will support established Guardians initiatives to help sustain the great work they do every day, including staff costs and essential stewardship activities. We are grateful to the Mastercard Foundation, whose landmark gift has enabled ILI to launch the First Nations Stewardship Fund as a new, diversified funding stream.

Guardians are the eyes, ears, hands, and hearts on the land. They support First Nations self-governance, protect lands and waters, strengthen cultural knowledge, and carry responsibilities that reach across generations. This fund is one way to help ensure that work continues. 🤎

For more information and to apply → https://www.ilinationhood.ca/guardians-fund

Read our news release here: https://www.ilinationhood.ca/news-release/new-2-million-indigenous-stewardship-fund-for-guardians-programs
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📣 Nous avons une grande nouvelle à vous annoncer!
L’Initiative pour le leadership autochtone (ILA) lance le Fonds de d'intendance des Premières Nations – une toute nouvelle source de financement destinée aux programmes des Gardiens partout au pays! 💪🌿

Nous savons à quel point les Gardiens jouent un rôle essentiel dans la protection des terres et des eaux, la surveillance du développement et de l’industrie, le soutien aux communautés et au savoir culturel, tout en renforçant l’identité nationale – et nous sommes ravis d’avoir l’occasion de les soutenir.
Alors, quels sont les détails? Ce fonds appuiera les initiatives établies des Gardiens afin de les aider à poursuivre l’excellent travail qu’ils et elles accomplissent chaque jour, notamment en couvrant les coûts de personnel et les activités essentielles d'intendance. Nous sommes reconnaissants envers la Fondation Mastercard, dont le don historique a permis à l’ILI de lancer le Fonds de gérance des Premières Nations en tant que nouvelle source de financement diversifiée.

Les Gardiens sont les yeux, les oreilles, les mains et le cœur du territoire. Ils appuient l’autonomie gouvernementale des Premières Nations, protègent les terres et les eaux, renforcent le savoir culturel et assument des responsabilités qui s’étendent sur plusieurs générations. Ce fonds est un moyen de contribuer à assurer la poursuite de ce travail. 🤎

Apprenez-en plus et appliquez ici: https://www.nationaliteautochtone.ca/fonds-dintendance-des-premires-nations

Lisez notre communiqué de presse: https://www.nationaliteautochtone.ca/nouvelles/nouveau-fonds-pour-lintendance-autochtone-par-initiative-de-leadership-autochtone

08/26/2026

08/25/2026

The next TKL Quarterly Elders Meeting is happening Thursday, September 3 at the yaqan nuʔkiy Roundhouse, beginning at 9:30 a.m. Pacific Time.

Note: Please bring moccasins or slippers, as outside footwear is not permitted in the Roundhouse.

For questions, please contact [email protected].

08/25/2026

08/24/2026

Kiʔsuʔk kyukyit q̓api niskiⱡ,

This International Overdose Awareness Day, both ʔaq̓am and Ktunaxa Nation Council will be hosting events in recognition of the day, and everyone is welcome (and encouraged) to attend one or both.

ʔaq̓am Health & Wellness | 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
A time for remembrance and reflection, with lunch at noon.

Operation Street Angel | 12–3 p.m.
A family-friendly BBQ, face painting and lawn games.

The events overlap over lunch, making it possible to stop by both.

Come together with us to remember those we’ve lost, support those impacted by substance use, and connect as a community.

08/21/2026

🌮🔥 FUEL UP FRIDAY IS BACK! 🔥🌮

Join us tomorrow, Friday August 21st starting at 11 AM at the Aq’am Gas Station Bar!

We’ve got an awesome food vendor serving up Indian Tacos & Frybread Chili Dogs — and BOTH meals are just $20, including a drink! 🤤

🌮 Indian Taco Meal + Drink
🌭 Frybread Chili Dog Meal + Chips & Drink
🥤 Pop • Iced Tea • Lemonade

Plus, this is a Regalia Fundraiser, raising funds for traditional regalia materials for kids & adults. ❤️

Come fuel up, grab some amazing food, and support a great cause!

📍 Aq’am Gas Station Bar
⏰ Starting at 11 AM — until supplies last!

Bring your appetite! We’ll see you there! 🔥

08/14/2026

Are you a Ktunaxa ʔaqǂsmaknik̓ with teachings to share? Then we are looking for you!

The Traditional Knowledge and Language team is seeking Cultural Teachers for the Ktunaxa Culture Camp, happening September 18-20 at Camp Stone.

Interested? Register through the link below!

Are you a Ktunaxa ʔaqǂsmaknik̓ with teachings to share? Then we are looking for you! The Traditional Knowledge and Language team is seeking Cultural Teachers for the Ktunaxa Culture Camp, […]