ʔAkisq̓nuk First Nation moves ahead with science-based stewardship on Columbia, Windermere Lakes – 102.9 Rewind Radio
May 21, 2026
An Invermere-area First Nation is going forward with a comprehensive approach to stewardship on ʔamakʔis Ktunaxa waters, including Columbia Lake and Lake Windermere.
The ʔAkisq̓nuk First Nation (AFN) Council has approved more than $200,000 for the underwater mapping of both lakes, which will help officials understand sediment movement and shoreline conditions by analyzing measurable data on lake depth.
“AFN is committed to working government to government with Province and Federal governments to protect our homelands,” said Chief Donald Sam. “Our people have stewarded these lands and waters continuously for more than ten thousand years.”
