World Caribou Day - 6.6.24
Mountain caribou (Rangifer tarandus) occupied the Selkirk Mountains for as long as seventy-five thousand years, it’s only been half a decade since the last of the Southern Selkirk Mountain herd…
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The core purpose and mission of the Kalispel Tribal government is to provide for its members.
If you are a Kalispel Tribal member and you have a need, we are here for for you, wether it’s Children & Family services, Mental & Physical Wellness, Addiction Services, Education or Career Training, we are committed to ensuring that all Kalispel Tribal members have the resources they need to live long, full and prosperous lives.
Children & Family Services
The Social Services Department provides an array of services to the Kalispel Indian community promoting self sufficiency and providing preventative services, reunification efforts and education to children and families. Social Services collaborates with tribal, local and state programs to serve children and families. The department includes: Emergency Services, Indian Child Welfare, Adult Protection, Seniors Nutrition and Rural Aging programs. Offices are located in both Airway Heights, WA. and Usk, WA. The social services programs are under the direct supervision of the Social Services Director.
Mental & Physical Wellness
The Kalispel Tribe’s Mental & Physical Health services is comprised of the Prevention Program, whose goal is to provide comprehensive prevention awareness in the areas of alcohol, drugs, violence, suicide, tobacco use and bullying; as well as the EAP – Employee Assistance Program which provides confidential counseling, and the Camas Path Mental Health program.
Addiction Services
Wether you, or a loved one are struggling with chemical dependency of other addictions including gambling, we have holistic programs at the Camas Path to help.
Education
From Pre-K through Higher Education, the Kalispel Tribe stands behind its members one hundred percent. To learn more about our education services for Kalispel Tribal members, or to enroll in our programs, visit camaspath.org
Career Training
We believe in individuals economic prosperity and finding fulfilling careers, so we offer multiple career training programs, including the Pend Oreille Skills Center and the Kalispel Career Training Center. Visit camaspath.org to learn more.
People's Place
In keeping with its name, the People’s Place serves as a valuable resource for the entire community. Individuals may receive counseling, attend free classes and group meetings, and research topics in the library; all in a beautifully designed, home-like building located in a serene setting. A sampling of classes includes canning, beading, gardening, and parenting skills.
Why is the month of June called sx̣ʷeʔlí spq̓niʔs the "Camas Month" ?
sx̣ʷeʔlí spq̓niʔs, means The Camas Month. History and information on what happened during The Camas Month: Camas were examined to see if it was the correct time to dig…
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Why is the month of May called speƛ̓m spq̓niʔs the "Bitterroot Month" ?
speƛ̓m spq̓niʔs, known as “Bitterroot Month”. Bitterroot was dug before it bloomed. This was an important first foods of the people. History and information on what happened during Bitterroot…
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Why is April called sčiyálmn spq̓niʔs "The Buttercup Month"?
sčiyálmn spq̓niʔs, known as "The Buttercup Month," The Buttercup was said to be the first flower that bloomed in the Spring. A sign to the people, that soon the Bitterroots…
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Why is March called k̓ʷsixʷ spq̓niʔs (The Geese's Month) ?
“K̓ʷsixʷ Spq̓niʔs” (The Geese’s Month), known as the spring month. This is the time that the geese are migrating back north from their vacation down south. History/Information on what people…
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Recognizing the Women in our Public Safety Department
In honor of Women’s History Month, we pause to shine a spotlight on the remarkable women within our Kalispel Tribal Public Safety team. These unsung heroes stand at the forefront…
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Why is February called čqʷosqn spq̓niʔs (Coldest Month) ?
The end of “Skʷssús Spq̓niʔs” (January) was a cold and bad month with snow. At the beginning of “Čqʷosqn Spq̓niʔs”, Mothers would tell their children to go outside and say…
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January is Trafficking Awareness Month
Human Trafficking Human trafficking is the trade of humans for the purpose of forced labor, sexual slavery, or commercial sexual exploitation. Many people think that trafficking happens to other people…
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