Williams Lake First Nation

06/12/2026

Congratulations 2026 graduates! Here are some photos from our 2026 Education Celebration and Ceremony. Kukwstép-kucw, thank you to all who came out to support the grads on their big day. Click the link at the bottom to access these and more photos in full resolution.

Grade 12 graduates:
Lucious Sellars-Chelsea
Maison Supernault
Rylund Wycotte
Treval Larue
Alexander Ross
Keanna Nerbas
Aurora Mitchell (unable to attend)
Justin Percival (unable to attend)

Post secondary graduates:

Larae Wycotte – Honours in Criminology, Bachelor of Arts
Lorne Wedhorn – Home Inspection Certificate
Tegan Gordon – Education Assistant & Community Support Certificate
Mary Harry – Community Herbalist Certificate
Shawna Robbins – Indigenous Business Leadership Executive MBA (unable to attend)
Iona Chelsea – Language Proficiency Certificate (unable to attend)
Kendelle Thomas– Architectural Engineering and Technology Diploma (unable to attend)

Click here for these and more photos in full resolution:
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06/09/2026

Hot off the press! A new issue of our newsletter, Boo Maga (Pume̓ke7). A warm introduction from Councillor Shae Chelsea, plus check out Councillor Chris Wycotte's fantastic submission about the history of Flatrock - It's a great read.

BOO MAGA (PUMÉKE7) – Spring 2026 By View all posts by bhoffman Published Jun 9, 2026 Under 1 min read Share Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share on LinkedIn Share on Email Share on WhatsApp Share on Snapchat Share on PocketPosted in Boo Maga Previous Post

06/03/2026

Exciting Job Alert: Williams Lake First Nation is looking for a Recreation Worker to help create fun, engaging, and meaningful opportunities for people of all ages. From youth programs and community events to fitness initiatives and Elder activities, this role is all about bringing people together, promoting healthy lifestyles, and making our community a more active and connected place to live.

If you're someone who loves working with people, enjoys turning ideas into action, and isn't afraid to take the lead on exciting new projects, we want to hear from you.

See this and other career opportunities here:

One of BC's Top Employers of 2026, WLFN is a thriving Secwépemc community. Our workforce is expanding every day with exciting career opportunities & competitive wages & benefits. Read on to see if a career at WLFN could be in your future.

05/25/2026

Today, we gathered around a sacred fire to mark the Tk'emlups Announcement 5th Anniversary . It is a solemn day to reflect, remember, and honour the children, their families, and survivors.

The sacred fire will continue to burn until 9:00 pm this evening. All are welcome to come, sit, and pay their respects.

05/22/2026

Everybody Welcome! Please Join Us for Williams Lake First Nation's 2026 Traditional Pow Wow , June 19-21, in beautiful T'exelc at the Chief William Pow Wow Arbor, 2581 Cariboo Hwy 97S, Williams Lake BC.

Free Admission • All Categories • Seven Specials • Rotating Host Drum • Pageants • Free Tent Camping on Site • Over 40 Vendors • Hand Drum Contest, and more!

Drummers: We're paying out $1,000 ea. for the first four drums (minimum six singers per drum).

Grand Entry:
Friday June 19 ............ 7PM
Saturday June 20 ..... 1PM & 7PM
Sunday June 21 .......... 1PM

For more information, please contact: [email protected] or 250.296.3507 ext. 104

05/21/2026

Congratulations Larae! Making WLFN proud 🎉

🎉 Help us welcome Larae into her new role as temporary Indigenous Student Life Coordinator! Students can still find her at the Burnaby Campus in AQ 2002. Feel free to drop by the centre to say hi, Larae is excited to connect with you!

Larae Wycotte is a proud member of Williams Lake First Nation. She is Secwepemc on her mom's side and Tsilhqot’in on her dad's side. Larae is excited to step into her new role at the ISC as a temporary Indigenous Student Life Coordinator.

Larae has worked with the ISC as an Indigenous Student Ambassador since September 2024, while completing her education at SFU. She will graduate in June with her Bachelor of Arts Honours in Criminology and a Certificate in Legal Studies. She is excited to continue assisting and supporting Indigenous students navigating student life by connecting them with student resources and helping provide students with a sense of belonging.

Larae is looking forward to further developing meaningful connections with the SFU ISC Community. Larae enjoys spending time with her family and beading. She often travels to Williams Lake with her daughters, Taya and Kyla to visit their dad and the rest of their family.

05/15/2026

Please note that WLFN offices will be closed on Monday, May 18 for Victoria Day. We will re-open on the morning of Tuesday, May 19. We hope you enjoy the long weekend with friends and family.

Kukstsetsemc.

WLFN's local Social Development after hours help-line is available seven days a week, from 8am-8pm. You can call this number in times of a crisis: 778.267.6677. If you are in immediate danger, please call 911

05/09/2026

Xatśūll First Nation and Williams Lake First Nation, in partnership with City of Williams Lake and STEPS Public Art, collaborated on a new public art installation at the Williams Lake Regional Airport.
On the afternoon of Friday, May 8, community members and local leaders gathered for the official unveiling ceremony. Remarks were shared by Williams Lake First Nation Kukwpi7 Willie Sellars, Xatśūll First Nation Kúkwpi7 Rhonda Phillips, City of Williams Lake Mayor Surinderpal Rathor, Cariboo Regional District Area D Director Steve Forseth, and Cariboo–Chilcotin MLA Lorne Doerkson. Representatives from Williams Lake First Nation and Xatśūll First Nation opened and closed the ceremony with traditional songs, bringing warmth and celebration to the occasion.
The sculpture was created by artist Kyle Thornley, with stonework by Zuzana Riha and support from studio assistant Alex Pollard. As a very special contribution, the dipnet featured in the installation was handcrafted by the late Tŝilhqot'in net maker Lloyd Myers of Yunesit'in.
Xatśūll First Nation Kúkwpi7 Rhonda Phillips:
“Public art like this matters. It creates visibility. It creates conversation for us to be able to be here. It reminds people that reconciliation is not only words spoken in meetings or policies written on paper. Reconciliation is also reflected in what we choose to honour publicly, whose stories are told, and whether Indigenous people feel seen and respected in shared spaces.”
Williams Lake First Nation Kukwpi7 Willie Sellars:
“When we are able to fish, when we are able to harvest, when we are able to practice these traditional ways, our communities are happier, our songs are louder, our souls and hearts are more full, and much more healing can happen.”
Xatśūll First Nation Kúkwpi7 Rhonda Phillips:
“I was taught that while the river provides life and sustenance, it also carries great power. These teachings were never just about catching salmon for our bellies; they were about responsibility, conservation, and understanding that if we care for the land and the water, they will continue to care for us.”