Shawanaga First Nation

Financial data for Shawanaga First Nation for fiscal year 2015-16. Shawanaga First Nation is a First Nation in Ontario with a registered population of 832 and an on-reserve population of 185. Information is extracted from publicly available annual reports published under the First Nations Financial Transparency Act.

Revenue and Expenses FY 2015-16

Visual breakdown of Shawanaga First Nation's revenue sources and how funds were spent during fiscal year 2015-16.

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Financial Summary FY 2015-16

Surplus/Deficit
The difference between total revenue and total expenses. A surplus indicates revenue exceeded expenses.
$456K surplus
Balance for FY 2015-16
Total Revenue
All revenue collected during the fiscal year, including transfers, own-source revenue, and other funding.
$8.67M
Total revenue in FY 2015-16
Total Expenses
All expenses incurred during the fiscal year including program delivery, administration, and capital costs.
$8.21M
Total expenses in FY 2015-16

Statement of Financial Position

Assets, liabilities, and net financial position as of the end of fiscal year 2015-16.

Total Financial Assets
Cash, investments, accounts receivable, and other assets that can be converted to cash.
$4.92M
As of fiscal year end 2015-16
Tangible Capital Assets
Land, buildings, equipment, vehicles, and infrastructure owned by the First Nation.
$2.66M
As of fiscal year end 2015-16
Accumulated Surplus
The cumulative surplus accumulated over time from operations.
$3.99M
Total accumulated surplus

Land Claims

Historical and ongoing land claims involving Shawanaga First Nation.

ClaimStatusLast UpdateTotal Payments
Ontario Hydro & Bell Canada Trespasses
The Band alleges that the hydro-Electric Power Commission of Ontario unlawfully occupies the Shawanaga FN's two reserves, and has never paid proper compensation for the lines. The Band further alleges that Bell Canada never received authorization to occupy the reserves, nor did they pay any compensation. The Band claims that Canada breached provisions of the Indian Act and breached its fiduiary duty by failing to obtain proper compensation.
Concluded
No Lawful Obligation Found
Sep 2011
-
Leagues Versus Miles Boundary
Alleges the failure or refusal by the Crown to lay out the boundaries of the First Nation's reserves using "leagues" rather than "miles".
Invited to Negotiate
Active
Jan 2019
-
Total$0

Remuneration and Expenses

Salaries, honoraria, travel, and other expenses paid to elected officials and senior employees during fiscal year 2015-16.

PositionNameMonthsRemuneration (Note 1)Expenses (Note 2)Total
ChiefWayne Pamajewon12$58,327$12,527$70,854
CouncillorRichard Jason12$31,665$11,570$43,235
CouncillorTobias McQuabbie12$40,592$9,484$50,076
CouncillorDan Pawis12$26,374$1,729$28,103
CouncillorPatricia Pawis12$31,176$6,862$38,038
CouncillorVincent Pawis Jr.10$25,336$3,428$28,764
Total$213,470$45,600$259,070

This schedule has been audited. Prepared by: Grant Thornton 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.