Westbank First Nation
Sara Tronson currently serves as a Councillor for Westbank First Nation since September 2022 and has been the Academic Records Maintenance Coordinator at Eno'owkin Center since July 2021. Previously, Sara held multiple roles at Westbank First Nation, including Administrative Assistant, Human Resources Coordinator, and Youth Leader from May 2011 to July 2021. Additional experience includes a Summer Assistant position during the Traditional Ecological Knowledge Keeper Program at En'owkin Centre in June 2016, a Summer Student role with the First Nations Health Authority in July 2015, and a Crew Leader Assistant position at Statistics Canada from March to June 2011. Sara holds a Nsyilcen Language Fluency Diploma from Nicola Valley Institute of Technology (2021-2023) and a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a focus on Human Resource Management from Okanagan College (2011-2018), alongside education at CATO from 2009 to 2010.
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Westbank First Nation
Located within the traditional unceded territory of the sylix people, Westbank First Nation is a progressive and prosperous self-governing First Nation. The Okanagan Valley truly has it all, including a great climate, stunning scenery, world-class ski resorts, golf courses, wineries and beaches. Westbank First Nation values diversity and we are committed to creating a healthy, strong and vibrant community through programs and services that promote physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being and healing. Come join our team and become part of an innovative and rewarding place to work. Start a rewarding career at WFN in one of many departments, such as Health & Wellness, Education, Membership Services, Youth, Recreation, Finance, Assessment and Taxation, Human Resources, Records Management, Engineering, Planning and Development, Public Works, Utilities, Property Management, Intergovernmental Affairs, Title and Rights, Communications, and Economic Development. Mission Statement: WFN will work to promote a healthy and prosperous future to ensure its continued existence as a strong political, social, and cultural community. Priorities: 1. Encouraging a rich and vibrant culture 2. Supporting all Members through community services 3. Intergovernmental relationships and reconciliation 4. Economic development 5. Good governments Quick Facts: - Language: nsyilxcәn - One of eight First Nations that comprise the Okanagan Nation - Land Base: Five land parcels totaling 5,340 acres - Community forest: 150,000 acres - Number of business on WFN land: approx. 400 - Leadership: One Chief and four Councillors (elected by the membership every three years) - Self-governing - Band membership: approx. 800 - Resident population: approx. 9,500