Grassy Narrows First Nation

Financial data for Grassy Narrows First Nation for fiscal year 2021-22. 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 2021-22

Visual breakdown of Grassy Narrows First Nation's revenue sources and how funds were spent during fiscal year 2021-22.

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Financial Summary FY 2021-22

Surplus/Deficit
The difference between total revenue and total expenses. A surplus indicates revenue exceeded expenses.
$3.27M surplus
Balance for FY 2021-22
Total Revenue
All revenue collected during the fiscal year, including transfers, own-source revenue, and other funding.
$30.09M
Total revenue in FY 2021-22
Total Expenses
All expenses incurred during the fiscal year including program delivery, administration, and capital costs.
$26.82M
Total expenses in FY 2021-22

Statement of Financial Position

Assets, liabilities, and net financial position as of the end of fiscal year 2021-22.

Tangible Capital Assets
Land, buildings, equipment, vehicles, and infrastructure owned by the First Nation.
$28.10M
As of fiscal year end 2021-22
Accumulated Surplus
The cumulative surplus accumulated over time from operations.
$38.79M
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 2021-22.

PositionNameMonthsRemuneration (Note 2)Expenses (Note 3)Total
CouncillorCody Keewatin12$49,339$2,171$51,510
ChiefRandy Fobister12$66,780$8,008$74,788
CouncillorArthur Junoir Anderson12$46,742$6,468$53,210
CouncillorRoy Assin12$45,877$45,491$91,368
CouncillorArnold Elton Pahpasay12$67,738$33,920$101,658
Total$276,476$96,058$372,534

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.