Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Working together to establish a national park reserve in the South Okanagan-Similkameen
Agreement Number:
GC-2588
Agreement Value:
$550,000.00
Agreement Date:
Sep 22, 2025 - Apr 30, 2026
Description:
This contribution supports the Lower Similkameen Indian Band to take part in planning activities and conduct engagement with Band members and adjacent bands, provide input from Syilx traditional knowledge and land use, and make recommendations regarding the establishment of the South Okanagan-Similkameen national park reserve leading to signed park establishment agreements between Lower Similkameen Indian Band, Osoyoos Indian Band, Parks Canada and the Government of British Columbia.
Organization:
Parks Canada
Expected Results:
Canada’s natural heritage is protected for present and future generations
Location:
Keremeos, British Columbia, CA V0X 1N0
Reference Number:
154-2024-2025-Q2-00030
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Type:
Indigenous recipients
Additional Information:
Amendment to increase the total amount
Amendment Date
Sep 22, 2025
Recipient's Legal Name:
Lower Similkameen Indian Band
Federal Riding Name:
Similkameen -South Okanagan-West Kootenay
Federal Riding Number:
59030
Program:
General Class Grants and Contributions Program
Program Purpose:
To assist recipients in conducting activities and delivering projects that will support Parks Canada Agency in fulfilling its mandate.
Amendments: