Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Facilitation of Syilx Okanagan Activities, Engagement, and Collaboration in the National Parks; Development of a Syilx Okanagan Guardians Program; Development of a Stories of Canada Project in Mount Revelstoke and Glacier National Parks; Engagement on the Mount Revelstoke and Glacier National Parks Fire Management Plan Renewal Process; and Facilitation and engagement for the development of a multi-species action plan for Mount Revelstoke and Glacier National Parks
Agreement Number:
GC-2956
Agreement Value:
$154,875.00
Agreement Date:
Mar 25, 2025 - Jul 31, 2026
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 Okangan 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.
Engagement on the Mount Revelstoke and Glacier National Parks Fire Management Plan Renewal Process:
This contribution supports the initial engagement efforts of Okanagan Indian Band in the renewal process for Mount Revelstoke and Glacier National Parks Fire Management Plan.
Facilitation and engagement for the development of a multi-species action plan for Mount Revelstoke and Glacier National Parks:
This contribution supports the involvement of Okanagan Indian Band representatives, Syilx Okanagan Elders, and community members in the co-development of a multi-species action plan for Mount Revelstoke and Glacier National Parks.
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:
Aboriginal recipient
Additional Information:
Amendment to increase the total amount and extend into a new fiscal year
Amendment Date
Mar 31, 2026
Recipient's Legal Name:
Okanagan Indian Band
Federal Riding Name:
Vernon—Lake Country—Monashee
Federal Riding Number:
59041
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: