NEWS RELEASE May 20, 2026 INVERMERE, B.C. — ʔAkisq̓nuk First Nation (AFN) is continuing to advance a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to water stewardship on ʔamakʔis Ktunaxa, including Columbia Lake and Lake Windermere. As a witness to the serious consequences of unchecked demands and pollution on the health of the lakes and associated biota, AFN is tackling the issue head on with a holistic approach grounded in environmental science, regional collaboration and AFN’s l

Doug Kay, President of CWVPOS, was interviewed live by CBC Radio Kelowna in early April. He was able to clearly state our concerns regarding lack of consultation ...

Data from the East Side Treatment Plant shows conclusively that recreational boating does not increase turbidity in Lake Windermere's drinking water supply. On the 15 busiest boating days over two years, turbidity was lower than the monthly average 80% of the time — debunking years of false claims by anti-boating advocates.

The ?akisq’nuk First Nation has expressed opposition to ongoing efforts by the District of Invermere to repair the Athalmer boat launch.