Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society

Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society

We are a registered non-profit society. Donations are tax-deductible. Please see 'Products' for a listing of our on-going programs and services.

The Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society promotes the mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being of all peoples through the development of community-based services and encouraging the preservation and promotion of Indigenous cultural distinctiveness. The Friendship Centre Movement includes the National Association of Friendship Centres, provinical associations, and Friendship Centres in communi

07/19/2024

The street is 57.2 C right now. Please be aware of your pets' paws!

07/19/2024

Thank you for keeping us in mind for your water drive! Your team is amazing, and this will do SO much for those we're serving.

We feel truly blessed.

07/09/2024

Pow wow listing for Langley, BC. Happening September 13th, 14th and 15th!

07/02/2024

Haircuts are happening again this Friday from 9-3! Free of charge. Anyone is welcome!πŸ’‡β€β™€οΈπŸ’‡

06/27/2024

Thank you!

06/27/2024

New job listing! If you are interested in the outdoors, this is a spot for you!

06/21/2024

Here is what we have on the schedule today at our Turtle Island Festival! Come down to the block of Leon to celebrate with us!

06/19/2024

2 days left!!

Who is excited?

The announcement we've all been waiting for! The Turtle Island Festival in honor of National Indigenous Peoples Day is happening June 21st on the 400-500 block of Leon Ave!

Our festival includes crafts, food, entertainment, a mini pow-wow, and tons of amazing Indigenous vendors. But wait...! We are also celebrating Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society's 50th anniversary!! We will be having cake and celebrating all day long, so come join in.

06/11/2024

We are doing a call out for dancers and powwow drummers for our Turtle Island Festival June 21st. Please email [email protected] to register and be eligible for an honorarium!

Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society excited for Turtle Island Festival - Kelowna News 06/07/2024

Check out our article on Castanet! We have been gearing up for the big day. Turtle Island Festival is June 21st from 10-7pm!

Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society excited for Turtle Island Festival - Kelowna News Kelowna will celebrate National Indigenous People's Day on June 21.

06/06/2024

We have Marley coming back to provide some free haircuts next Friday, June 14th. No appointment required. Quick, easy, and no cost! See you then!

06/05/2024

Do you have any photos from KFS? We are looking for any photos from past and present for our Turtle Island Festival slideshow! Please send anything you may have to Darrin at [email protected]! Thank you!

06/03/2024

We will be *rescheduling* our Fathers Day Flea market to the Fall. Thank you for your understanding, and see you all soon!

05/30/2024

Reminder that our Bannock taco fundraiser is happening RIGHT NOW from 10 until 2pm.

All proceeds go to our Elders program here at KFS!

Were back with more Bannock tacos this Thursday at 442 Leon Ave!
Come on in and grab one for yourself and a friend! All proceeds go to our wonderful Elders and their program here at Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society.

05/28/2024

Were back with more Bannock tacos this Thursday at 442 Leon Ave!
Come on in and grab one for yourself and a friend! All proceeds go to our wonderful Elders and their program here at Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society.

05/24/2024

Do you need your status card?

June 7th from 9am until 4pm, come by Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society, and we can help you out! Information on what you need with you is down below. Any questions? Call 250-860-6887!

05/07/2024

The announcement we've all been waiting for! The Turtle Island Festival in honor of National Indigenous Peoples Day is happening June 21st on the 400-500 block of Leon Ave!

Our festival includes crafts, food, entertainment, a mini pow-wow, and tons of amazing Indigenous vendors. But wait...! We are also celebrating Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society's 50th anniversary!! We will be having cake and celebrating all day long, so come join in.

05/06/2024

Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society is thankful to have been nominated for Best Local Charity and English School. The voting stage has begun! If you have a moment in your day, please consider voting for us! Bestofkelownanow

You can vote by searching up Best of Kelowna online and it should be the first link!

05/03/2024

We are hosting a job fair here at 442 Leon Ave on May 14th. Come visit and meet some employers from 2-4pm, Connect and learn with us and kickstart your career path! No registration required.

04/29/2024

Reminder that our family night is coming up this Wednesday! Hot dogs and burgers + raffles and loads of fun!

EDIT: This event is now full for registration. Please keep checking in for our next Family Night at the end of this month!

Next Family Night is Wednesday, May 1st! We are hosting an indoor picnic here at 442 Leon Ave from 4:30-6:30pm. Registration is required and limited to 60 spots! Please reserve your place by emailing [email protected]!

Bring your blankets, camping chairs, and smiles! See you then!

Night Market Registration - Downtown Kelowna 04/25/2024

The Downtown Kelowna Night Market will be starting on May 30 and running over 12 Thursday evenings until August 29! Each market will run from 4pm until 9pm. The Night Market will feature artisans, crafters, and local food producers, as well as community-based entertainment.

Currently, there is registration open for Syilx/Okanagan vendors. Please use the link here to register!

Night Market Registration - Downtown Kelowna DKA Night Market 2024 Application Form Applications for the Downtown Kelowna Night Market are now being accepted. Please note that completion of this application does not guarantee a space at the Night Market.The Downtown Kelowna Night Market will be held on twelve (12) Thursdays between May 30 and....

04/22/2024

Join our next workshop on May 8th presented by Warren Hooley!

Contact Shelley at [email protected] to sign up! Registration is limited to 20 people!

04/18/2024

Next Family Night is Wednesday, May 1st! We are hosting an indoor picnic here at 442 Leon Ave from 4:30-6:30pm. Registration is required and limited to 60 spots! Please reserve your place by emailing [email protected]!

Bring your blankets, camping chairs, and smiles! See you then!

04/16/2024

Meet here at Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society on May 3rd at 10:30am to join us in our march in support of Red Dress Day. We will be heading to the courthouse and then back to share a meal of soup and Bannock.

Join us in bringing a voice to those who no longer have one.

04/16/2024

There is a Pow Wow happening over at Osoyoos Secondary School this weekend! All information is available on the poster down below. It will be sunny and nice out - see you there!

Best of Kelowna 2024 04/09/2024

Exciting news! You can nominate us for "Best Local Charity" on KelownaNow ! Thank you to everyone who thought of us for this. We are extremely grateful to play a role in our community!

Click the link here: https://bestof.kelownanow.com/nominations/ if you'd like to vote! We are under "Services". Thank you!

Best of Kelowna 2024 Help nominate the Best of Kelowna for 2024. Every nomination matters. Have your say!

12/14/2023

Come on down the the Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society today between 12-4:30! We have a number of vendors and bannock tacos for $10, don't miss out!

Bring your holiday spirit and cash πŸŽ„πŸŽ

12/12/2023

THIS THURSAY!

Come show your support for local Indigenous artists, shop for loved ones or even yourself, and support our youth programs with delicious bannock tacos!

You won't want to miss this! 12-4:30 at the Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society πŸŽπŸŽ„
https://oba.company.site/

Photos from Ki-Low-Na Friendship Society's post 12/06/2023

We sold out of our first batch and had to make more! These ornaments were made by the youth group last Friday. 🎁

Specially made with love, get yours before they're gone! 🧑

https://oba.company.site/ to purchase!

12/05/2023

8 days until the KFS Holiday Market! We will be having a bannock taco fundraiser and showcasing Indigenous businesses from our community.

All proceeds go to the youth programs!

(Pay by cash or place an order online at https://oba.company.site/)

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442 Leon Avenue
Kelowna, BC
V1Y6J3

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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