INFORMATION RELEASE

The Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen (RDOS) is seeking community feedback on a proposed cenotaph project in Naramata.

The current cenotaph is located in Manitou Park. Over the years, community members have raised concerns about its location, visibility, and suitability as a place for remembrance. In response, a proposal has been developed to install a new cenotaph in Wharf Park while preserving the existing cenotaph in Manitou Park as part of Naramata’s history.

Wharf Park has historical significance as the place where many local service members departed Naramata for military service. The proposed project would create a new space for remembrance while retaining the existing memorial and adding historical interpretation about the original site.

No decision has been made. Community feedback will be gathered before the project is considered by the RDOS Board.

Your feedback will help us better understand community perspectives, identify opportunities and concerns, and support informed decision-making. Results from this engagement process will be summarized and shared with the RDOS Board as part of its consideration of the project.

Local engagement opportunities
Naramata Cenotaph Open House
Date: Tuesday, November 24, 2026
Time: 3:00 – 6:00 pm
Location: Naramata Friendship Club, 330 Ritchie Ave

Online survey
Complete a short online survey to provide feedback on the Naramata Cenotaph project. The survey is open from November 9 until December 4, 2026, inclusive. The survey will be hosted on the Naramata Cenotaph project page at rdosregionalconnections.ca.

Stay informed
Project information and updates will be posted on the Naramata Cenotaph project page on RDOS Regional Connections.

Thank you for taking the time to participate in the survey.

For further information, please contact RDOS Communications.

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Mark Pendergraft, Chair
Regional District of Okanagan-Similkameen

Contacts:
RDOS Communications
250-490-4148
Toll-free 1-877-610-3737

Historical cenotaph, Manitou Park, Naramata