Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation
Financial data for Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation for fiscal year 2014-15. Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation is a First Nation in Ontario with a registered population of 1,152 and an on-reserve population of 190. Information is extracted from publicly available annual reports published under the First Nations Financial Transparency Act.
Revenue and Expenses FY 2014-15
Visual breakdown of Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation's revenue sources and how funds were spent during fiscal year 2014-15.
Financial Summary FY 2014-15
Statement of Financial Position
Assets, liabilities, and net financial position as of the end of fiscal year 2014-15.
Land Claims
Historical and ongoing land claims involving Wabigoon Lake Ojibway Nation.
| Claim | Status | Last Update | Total Payments |
|---|---|---|---|
Flooding FN alleges that Canada: permitted non-Indians to construct dams in 1897 on the Wabigoon River which led to the overflow of 1,300 acres of reserve land; failed to obtain adequate compensation for land lost to flooding; failed to secure appropriate authority for the taking of the use of the lands and waters of the Wabigoon Reserve; failed to consult with the FN regarding the flooding; and failed to make a claim against Ontario for the flooding of the reserve. | Settled | Settled through Negotiations Feb 2023 | $46.35M |
Headlands Breach of fiduciary obligations regarding the 1894 agreement between Canada and Ontario, granting water power rights to the province: involves IR# 27. | Other | File Closed Apr 2008 | - |
Timber FN alleges that Canada failed to obtain proper consent for the sale of timber as required by Treaty 3 and the Indian Act. Further, the FN alleges Canada failed to secure a reasonable compensation for the 1907 sale of timber rights. In addition, FN alleges Canada breached its fiduciary duty by allowing a third party to trespass on the west side of the reserve and cut timber. | Settled | Settled through Negotiations Mar 2017 | $3.70M |
| Total | $50.06M | ||
Remuneration and Expenses
Salaries, honoraria, travel, and other expenses paid to elected officials and senior employees during fiscal year 2014-15.
| Position | Name | Months | Remuneration (Note 2, 4) | Expenses (Note 3, 4) | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chief | Paul Watts | 12 | $48,250 | $5,805 | $54,055 |
| Councillor | Lana Kooshet | 12 | $43,250 | $16,724 | $59,974 |
| Councillor | Bill Parenteau | 12 | $43,838 | $10,465 | $54,303 |
| Councillor | Clayton Wetelainen | 12 | $43,250 | $33,872 | $77,122 |
| Total | $178,588 | $66,866 | $245,454 |
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.
