Supporting Our Community Through Wildfire Response
School District No. 22 (Vernon) is working in collaboration with community members of the Okanagan Indian Band (OKIB) to host a Donation and Distribution Centre to support individuals and families who have been evacuated due to the wildfires.
📍 Location: Seaton Secondary School (2701 41st Avenue, Vernon)
🕗 Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. daily all this week (August 5-6-7, 2026)
We are grateful for the generosity of our community and the partnership with OKIB as we come together to support those affected during this challenging time. Community members requiring assistance, as well as those wishing to donate, are welcome to visit the centre during operating hours.
Please consider donating:
- toiletries and hygiene products
- clothing (all ages and sizes, including new socks and underwear)
- baby supplies (wipes, diapers, bottles, etc.)
- non-perishable food
- bottled water
- pet supplies (cat litter, scratching posts, dog bowls)
- blankets, pillows, and towels
- gift cards for groceries, gas, or other essentials
- lightening charging cords
- charging blocks
- racks for clothing
- hangers
- boxes and totes
- sunscreen
- nail clippers
Donation Tips:
- new, clean, or gently used clothing, blankets, pillows, and towels
- please ensure sure items are free or rips or stains
- check best before dates on all food items
Donation needs may change as response efforts continue. For updated information please check with the Donation and Distribution Centre at Seaton Secondary or visit the Facebook site: Donations for OKIB evacuees affected by Bradley Creek Fire I Westbank, BC at https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1HFfAehEgP/
