Seine River First Nation
Financial data for Seine River First Nation for fiscal year 2018-19. Seine River First Nation is a First Nation in Ontario with a registered population of 840 and an on-reserve population of 374. Information is extracted from publicly available annual reports published under the First Nations Financial Transparency Act.
Revenue and Expenses FY 2018-19
Visual breakdown of Seine River First Nation's revenue sources and how funds were spent during fiscal year 2018-19.
Financial Summary FY 2018-19
Statement of Financial Position
Assets, liabilities, and net financial position as of the end of fiscal year 2018-19.
Land Claims
Historical and ongoing land claims involving Seine River First Nation.
| Claim | Status | Last Update | Total Payments |
|---|---|---|---|
Headlands Breach of fiduciary obligation regarding the 1894 agreement between Canada and Ontario, and the later revocation of this portion of the agreement by Ontario in 1915 (Canada / Ontario Boundary Dispute); involves IR# 23, 23 A and B. | Other | File Closed Apr 2008 | - |
Flooding (Tr3 Flooding Project) The claimant alleges breach of fiduciary obligation by the Crown to protect the reserves (23, 23A and 23B) from flooding as a result of the construction of dams in the Rainy Lake watershed. | Settled | Settled through Negotiations Jan 2023 | $64.95M |
Highway 11 Expropriation Alleged wrongful expropriation and breach of fiduciary duty by Canada for issuing an 86.36 acre road right-of-way across their reserve in 1962. Also, FN alleges fiduciary breach with respect to accounting for revenues derived for sand and gravel permits, and revenue derived from the construction and use of access roads. | Other | File Closed Aug 2012 | - |
Railway Alleged that Canada breached its fiduciary obligations by failing to ensure that the provisions of the Railway Act of 1888 and Indian Act were adhered to when permitting the ORRR/CNR to expropriate 48.54 acres from Reserve No. 23 in 1901. Also, FN alleges failure to provide for adequate, timely compensation and reversionary rights. The land in question was set aside for the FN under the terms of Treaty 3. | Concluded | No Lawful Obligation Found Mar 2010 | - |
Sturgeon Falls Trespass Alleged that Canada failed to prevent the destruction of portions of the lower Sturgeon Falls in 1927 which resulted in loss and damage of Seine River IR# 23. Canada is in breach of its fiduciary trust, constitutional and statutory duties based on Treaty 3, the Indian Act R.S.C., 1886, as amended, and the Constitution Act, 1982, to protect Seine River IR# 23 from unlawful trespass, use, occupation, damage or alienation. Canada failed to ensure that the Seine River First Nation received adequate compensation for the losses suffered. | Concluded | No Lawful Obligation Found Aug 2009 | - |
Timber FN alleges that in 1900-1901, the ORRR trespassed upon the Seine River reserves and cut over 1000 trees, covering an area of about 20 acres, without surrender or permission from the band. FN further alleges that Canada's failure to prevent the cutting of timber consitutes a breach of fiduciary duty. | Concluded | No Lawful Obligation Found May 2011 | - |
Treaty Land Entitlement FN alleges a failure to complete an accurate census at the time of first survey led to a TLE shortfall; this, in addition to late additions, has led to a historic TLE shortfall. | Invited to Negotiate | Active Jul 2012 | - |
| Total | $64.95M | ||
Remuneration and Expenses
Salaries, honoraria, travel, and other expenses paid to elected officials and senior employees during fiscal year 2018-19.
| Position | Name | Months | Remuneration [Note 1] | Expenses [Note 1] | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chief | Tom Johnson | 12 | $42,864 | $25,507 | $68,371 |
| Councillor | Tammy Boshkaykin | 12 | $34,134 | $13,942 | $48,076 |
| Councillor | Norman Girard | 12 | $60,779 | $17,764 | $78,543 |
| Councillor | Gerald Johnson | 12 | $53,107 | $21,522 | $74,629 |
| Councillor | John Kabatay | 12 | $39,728 | $16,295 | $56,023 |
| Councillor | Roger Spencer | 12 | $68,854 | $13,466 | $82,320 |
| Councillor | Shane Whitecrow | 12 | $44,655 | $9,988 | $54,643 |
| Total | $344,121 | $118,484 | $462,605 |
This schedule is unaudited. Prepared by: BDO Canada LLP
Sources
Financial data is sourced from annual reports published under the First Nations Financial Transparency Act (FNFTA). Data is extracted using automated processes and may contain errors. If you notice any issues, please contact us.
