Grants and Contributions:

Title:

Facilitation of Syilx Okanagan Activities, Engagement and Collaboration in the National Parks; Development of a Syilx Okanagan Indigenous Guardians Program; Development of a Stories of Canada Project in Mount Revelstoke and Glacier National Parks

Agreement Number:

GC-2956

Agreement Value:

$52,500.00

Agreement Date:

Mar 25, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025

Description:

Facilitation of Syilx Okanagan Activities, Engagement and Collaboration in the National Parks: This contribution supports activities and engagement of Okanagan Indian Band, related to the operations and management of Mount Revelstoke and Glacier national parks and Rogers Pass National Historic Site. Development of a Syilx Okanagan Indigenous Guardians Program: The contribution supports the development of an Indigenous Guardian Program proposal with clear terms of reference and a timeline for implementation, including a pilot phase. The Indigenous Guardian Program will reflect the unique needs and visions of the Okanagan Indian Band and its people and will help maintain and revitalize connections with lands, waters, and wildlife that sustain the systems of Indigenous knowledge, culture and stewardship practices. Development of a Stories of Canada Project in Mount Revelstoke and Glacier National Parks: The contribution supports initial work and collaboration on the development and delivery of Indigenous content and stories in Mount Revelstoke and Glacier national parks. It includes funding to support Indigenous research and research capacity.

Organization:

Parks Canada

Expected Results:

Canada’s natural heritage is protected for present and future generations

Location:

Vernon, British Columbia, CA V1H 2A4

Reference Number:

154-2024-2025-Q4-00188

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

107793374

Recipient Type:

Indigenous recipients

Recipient's Legal Name:

Okanagan Indian Band

Federal Riding Name:

North Okanagan-Shuswap

Federal Riding Number:

59020

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.