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Thompson Okanagan

Secwepemctsin | Nsyilxcən

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Spotted Lake

The NLaka’pamux, Okanagan and Secwepemc First Nations culture is bound to desert landscapes and fertile soil, dense forests, mountains, and fresh water.

Mocassin Trails

Modern Indigenous wine-making expresses plant knowledge in the Southern Okanagan; reconstructed pithouses (kekulis) preserve and share traditional Indigenous innovation and technology with visitors to Secwepemc Territory.

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Kelowna / Westbank

Laid-back gateway to the Okanagan Valley.

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Okanagan Valley

Ripe for adventure.

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Thompson-Nicola

Revel in diversity.

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Shuswap

Recreate on the lake.

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Spirit Ridge

Indigenous Culture, Hotels, Motels & Lodges, Spas, Wineries

Indigenous Culture, Hotels, Motels & Lodges, Spas, Wineries

A migratory destination and home of the Osoyoos Indian Band, the sacred land of Spirit Ridge has provided both physical and spiritual bounty for thousands of years. A breathtaking destination in Canada’s only desert, guests now travel here seeking an escape from the rigors of contemporary life. Hike along plentiful trails, wander through the award-winning NK'MIP vineyard, golf, stargaze, or simply close your eyes and breathe in the tranquilizing fragrance of desert sage. For whatever a guest wishes to find here, they will most certainly leave having found something most important – themselves.

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Osoyoos

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Nk'Mip Desert Cultural Centre

Indigenous Culture, Attractions, Museums, Heritage Sites, & Cultural Centres

Indigenous Culture, Attractions, Museums, Heritage Sites, & Cultural Centres

The Nk’mip Desert Cultural Centre is a 9,000 square-foot interpretive centre that exhibits 2 films, the Inkameep Day School Art Collection, indoor and outdoor interactive exhibits, a 1.5 km walking trail, and reconstructed traditional Okanagan village, and (visitor favourite) interpreter hosted programs which boast a fun filled experience for all ages! The centre is also an architectural marvel, and was built from local, sustainable materials.

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Osoyoos

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Indigenous World Winery

Indigenous Culture, Wineries

Indigenous Culture, Wineries

Indigenous World Winery opened in 2016 as the second Indigenous owned winery in BC. The wine shop is conveniently located in Westbank, just off Highway 97 and minutes from downtown Kelowna. Experience world-class VQA wines and indigenous culture while taking in a beautiful view of Lake Okanagan. The modern facility features a wine tasting room, native themed gift shop, picnic area and Red Fox Club featuring modern, native cuisine.

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West Kelowna

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Swiws Spirit Tours

Indigenous Culture, Wineries

Indigenous Culture, Wineries

South Okanagan Wine and Cultural Tours. Discover the fascinating stories of Canada’s only desert and share in the rich living culture of the Okanagan people. Based in Osoyoos BC, we offer many winery and cultural tour options leaving from your accommodations door step.

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Osoyoos

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Kekuli Café Merritt

Indigenous Culture, Restaurants and Eateries

Indigenous Culture, Restaurants and Eateries

Kekuli Cafe  is a locally owned Aboriginal Cuisine Cafe Coffee shop! Serving everything on Bannock, with Bannock. Breakfast Served All day, Lunch & Dinner. Your gathering place for meetings, music, coffee groups & more.

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Jack Sam's Restaurant & Lounge

Indigenous Culture, Restaurants and Eateries

Indigenous Culture, Restaurants and Eateries

With an emphasis on the freshest high-quality ingredients and locally inspired culinary traditions, the Quaaout Lodge flavours each dining experience with the accents of our wilderness surroundings. A warm and intimate ambience combined with views of Little Shuswap Lake and friendly service merge to make every meal a true sensory experience.

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Culinary & Wellness

Introducing Voices of our Land series

Indigenous Peoples of BC are the stewards of this land. We have been entrusted with a deep connection to the lands, waters, and supernatural realms of our traditional territories.

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Celebrating Indigenous Cultures and the 10th Anniversary of Vancouver 2010 Olympics

February marks the 10th anniversary of the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics, an event brought Indigenous cultures in Canada to a global audience.

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Food & Wine

Dine Out Vancouver Festival’s Vancouver World Chef Exchange – Cross-Pacific Indigenous Nations

Cooking with fire and steam underground is an ancient Indigenous cooking method that is groundbreaking in the modern Vancouver restaurant scene.

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Heritage Sites

Living Legends: Because our Land is Beautiful

The Okanagan Song, created by Delphine Derickson (Westbank First Nation) and Herman Edward (Lower Similkameen Indian Band), is shared by all People of Okanagan Nation. It is an anthem sung in honour and acknowledges a profound responsibility to care for the land.

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Arts & Culture

Living Legends: Cedar is Life

Cedar is the tree of life, and it is used by Indigenous people for protection, ceremony, and in daily life. Making a small, simple item such as a bracelet reminds us of the limitless physical and spiritual gifts of the land.

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