Grassy Narrows First Nation

Financial data for Grassy Narrows First Nation for fiscal year 2020-21. Grassy Narrows First Nation is a First Nation in Ontario with a registered population of 1,623 and an on-reserve population of 1,020. Information is extracted from publicly available annual reports published under the First Nations Financial Transparency Act.

Revenue and Expenses FY 2020-21

Visual breakdown of Grassy Narrows First Nation's revenue sources and how funds were spent during fiscal year 2020-21.

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Financial Summary FY 2020-21

Surplus/Deficit
The difference between total revenue and total expenses. A surplus indicates revenue exceeded expenses.
$4.80M surplus
Balance for FY 2020-21
Total Revenue
All revenue collected during the fiscal year, including transfers, own-source revenue, and other funding.
$24.89M
Total revenue in FY 2020-21
Total Expenses
All expenses incurred during the fiscal year including program delivery, administration, and capital costs.
$20.08M
Total expenses in FY 2020-21

Statement of Financial Position

Assets, liabilities, and net financial position as of the end of fiscal year 2020-21.

Tangible Capital Assets
Land, buildings, equipment, vehicles, and infrastructure owned by the First Nation.
$27.25M
As of fiscal year end 2020-21
Accumulated Surplus
The cumulative surplus accumulated over time from operations.
$35.52M
Total accumulated surplus

Land Claims

Historical and ongoing land claims involving Grassy Narrows First Nation.

ClaimStatusLast UpdateTotal 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# 21.
Other
File Closed
Apr 2008
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Treaty Land Entitlement
FN alleges a 1883 survey did not provide the band with its proper land entitlement under the terms of Treaty 3; FN alleges a shortfall of 11.43 square miles (7,314 acres). Furthermore, FN alleges the Crown's failure to set aside the proper amount of reserve land constitutes a breach of fiduciary duty. This is a joint claim with the Wabauskang First Nation.
Other
File Closed
Aug 2011
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Treaty 3 Agricultural Benefits
Alleges the failure to provide suitable agricultural support as set out under Treaty 3, including instruction, equipment, livestock, and seeds.
Under Assessment
Date Research & Analysis started
Dec 2025
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Total$0

Remuneration and Expenses

Salaries, honoraria, travel, and other expenses paid to elected officials and senior employees during fiscal year 2020-21.

PositionNameMonthsRemuneration (Note 2)Expenses (Note 3)Total
ChiefRudy Turtle6$42,840$8,059$50,899
CouncillorJason Kejick6$24,231$5,217$29,448
CouncillorJohn Kokopenance6$23,617$9,081$32,698
CouncillorAlana Pahpasay6$0$8,316$8,316
CouncillorCody Keewatin12$40,269$8,193$48,462
ChiefRandy Fobister6$29,232$1,638$30,870
CouncillorArthur Junoir Anderson6$20,622$1,597$22,219
CouncillorRoy Assin6$18,185$3,060$21,245
CouncillorArnold Elton Pahpasay6$31,700$11,837$43,537
Total$230,696$56,998$287,694

This schedule is unaudited. Prepared by: MNP 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.