Splatsin Homes Showhome Groundbreaking Marks Major Milestone in Community Housing
Left to right: Kukpi7 Mike Christian, Mel Arnold, Member of Parliament (Kamloops–Shuswap–Central Rockies), Allysa Hopkins, RDNO Vice Chair and Director of Electoral Area F, Grahame Go, CEO of Splatsin Development Corporation, Lawrence Lee, Director, SDC Board, and Huck Galbraith, Mayor of Enderby, coming together to break ground on the Splatsin Homes Showhome in Enderby on January 14, 2026 — a meaningful milestone in Indigenous-led, community-focused housing.
Splatsin Development Corporation (SDC) proudly marked a significant milestone on Wednesday, January 14, with the official groundbreaking of the Splatsin Homes Showhome in Enderby.
The event brought together Splatsin leadership, Elders, community members, project partners, and invited guests to celebrate the launch of the showhome, which will serve as a tangible example of Splatsin Homes’ commitment to high-quality, energy-efficient, and contemporary housing designed to support families and long-term community well-being.
The ceremony opened in a meaningful and respectful way with an opening prayer led by Splatsin Elder Randy William, grounding the gathering in tradition and acknowledging the significance of the land, the project, and the community coming together for this milestone. Cultural teachings were further shared through three traditional dances, which offered important cultural context and meaning to the groundbreaking. The dances were performed by Julianna Alexander, Bart Thomas, and Helen Duteau, whose contributions helped bless the site and honour Splatsin traditions at the outset of construction.
Remarks were delivered by Splatsin Kukpi7 Mike Christian; Grahame Go, Chief Executive Officer of Splatsin Development Corporation; Doug Thomas, Senior Project Manager for Splatsin Homes; Lawrence Lee, Director, SDC Board; and Allysa Hopkins, RDNO Vice Chair and Director of Electoral Area F.
In her remarks, Hopkins spoke to the broader regional importance of the project and highlighted the leadership of Kukpi7 Mike Christian in bringing it to fruition, noting that initiatives like Splatsin Homes demonstrate what is possible when Indigenous communities are empowered to lead development according to their own priorities and values.
Grahame Go, CEO of Splatsin Development Corporation, addresses the crowd as Splatsin Elders and Dancers stand alongside him, offering ceremony and blessing at the Splatsin Homes Showhome groundbreaking in Enderby — grounding the project in culture, respect, and community before construction begins.
“This showhome represents more than a building,” said Grahame Go, CEO of Splatsin Development Corporation. “It demonstrates what is possible when Indigenous-led development is rooted in quality, sustainability, and long-term community benefit. Splatsin Homes is about building homes that people can be proud of — today and for generations to come.”
Kukpi7 Mike Christian highlighted the long-term vision behind the project and its importance to the Splatsin community.
“This is about creating opportunities for our people and planning responsibly for the future,” said Kukpi7 Christian. “Splatsin Homes reflects our values — taking care of the land, supporting our members, and building in a way that strengthens our community for generations to come.”
Following the remarks, a ceremonial groundbreaking took place, with shovels turned by Kukpi7 Mike Christian, Member of Parliament Mel Arnold (Kamloops–Shuswap–Central Rockies), Allysa Hopkins, Grahame Go, Lawrence Lee, and Enderby Mayor Huck Galbraith.
The Splatsin Homes Showhome will provide opportunities for members of the public to view home designs firsthand, explore building materials, and learn more about the energy-efficient features and thoughtful layouts that define the Splatsin Homes approach. Concept drawings, sample materials, and informational brochures were available for viewing during the event.
Splatsin Homes represents an innovative, Indigenous-led approach to housing that blends modern design, sustainability, and community-focused development. The showhome will play a key role in demonstrating how Indigenous-owned housing initiatives can deliver high-quality outcomes while supporting economic development and long-term community resilience.
More information about Splatsin Homes is available at www.splatsinhomes.com.