Across our three Nations, young people are embracing their roles as stewards of land and water, using both modern and traditional tools to engage in salmon restoration and cultural renewal. To stay updated on the important work of the youth Salmon Warriors, sign up for our E-News: bit.ly/4riqi1p.

The recent Salmon Warriors Gathering offered an opportunity for young people to connect with Elders and Knowledge Keepers, emphasizing the power of intergenerational work. Restoration is not just about the land and water; it’s about spirit, connection, and community. Read more here: bit.ly/4rf6Nqx

The 4th Tri-Nation Salmon Warriors Gathering recently took place at sn’pink’tn: a five-day event emphasizing safety, support, and inspiration. Outcomes for the 19 young adults included leadership & relationship building, and renewed commitment to salmon conservation. Learn more here: bit.ly/4rf6Nqx

Youth from the Syilx Okanagan, Secwépemc, and Ktunaxa Nations recently gathered in sn’pink’tn, planting indigenous flora for the Trout Creek Habitat Restoration Project and helping with the ONA’s sockeye broodstock collection. To see more from the gathering, sign up for our E-News: bit.ly/4hxd5gF

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Learn more about the Salmon Warriors Gathering 2025 and submit your application here:

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We’ve had many achievements over the past year—including cultural gatherings that brought together Elders, youth, and community members to honour salmon through ceremony, storytelling, and connection. Our work strengthens our collective vision and bonds between Nations. Learn more:  bit.ly/4lJH5HT

the Arrow Lakes Reservoir. In November, we witnessed history: a tagged adult female was spotted in a creek near Castlegar — the first salmon recorded returning to an Arrow Lakes spawning tributary in over 85 years. Learn more here: bit.ly/4lJH5HT

Our 2024-25 Annual Report describes a powerful shared vision becoming reality. This is the result of generations of leadership and commitment by the Syilx Okanagan, Secwépemc, and Ktunaxa Nations. Learn more about our generational work and recent successes in our Annual Report here: bit.ly/42zKJu

In honour of World Water Day, you’re invited to attend a screening of our Bringing the Salmon Home documentary film and engaging discussion, at 7pm on Saturday March 22, hosted by the Peachland Watershed Protection Alliance. Entrance is by donation. We look forward to seeing you there!

Sharing this invitation from the Syilx Okanagan Nation to celebrate the installation of a new Salmon Passage on the east side of Okanagan Lake Dam — a development that will greatly improve salmon migration routes. All are welcome: Friday March 7 at 12pm PT in Penticton.

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The second Bringing the Salmon Home Tri-Nation Cultural Gathering, hosted by the Secwépemc Nation, took place January 24-26. During the three-day “Gathering to witness for salmon” event we came together to strengthen our bonds and processes for shared decision making. Learn more here: bit.ly/4ikNc2K