Community & Culture

The Thompson Okanagan region is situated on the traditional territory of three Interior Salish nations: the Syilx, Nlaka’pamux, and Secwépemc peoples where we are grateful to have the opportunity to create, collaborate, play, explore, and work. Indigenous tourism experiences can be found throughout the region that celebrate and educate about the traditions and cultures of the communities within the nations found here.

The Thompson Okanagan offers accommodations from camping and cabins in the woods, beautiful and quaint B&B’s, and luxurious hotels and spas. No matter what kind of escape you are looking for you can find it here.

You don’t have to dig deep to find museums, heritage sites, and educational programs that speak to the rich history of the region. Learn about the Indigenous People’s of the three nations found in the Thompson Okanagan,Syilx, Secwépemc, and Nlaka'pamux and the history of settlers arriving and inhabiting the land and living through the gold rush and Kettle Valley Railway build.