Bear River
Financial data for Bear River for fiscal year 2024-25. Bear River is a First Nation in Nova Scotia with a registered population of 395 and an on-reserve population of 121. Information is extracted from publicly available annual reports published under the First Nations Financial Transparency Act.
Revenue and Expenses FY 2024-25
Visual breakdown of Bear River's revenue sources and how funds were spent during fiscal year 2024-25.
Financial Summary FY 2024-25
Statement of Financial Position
Assets, liabilities, and net financial position as of the end of fiscal year 2024-25.
Land Claims
Historical and ongoing land claims involving Bear River.
| Claim | Status | Last Update | Total Payments |
|---|---|---|---|
5.69 Acres - 1922 Alleged illegal surrender of 5.69 acres to the NS Power Commission in 1922. | Concluded | Claim Resolved through Administrative Remedy Nov 1977 | - |
Bear River Pipeline - Aqua duct - ROW Alleges that Canada breached its fiduciary and legal obligations to the FN with respect to events surrounding the expropriation of approx. 6 acres of Reserve land in 1952 for the construction of a pipeline by the Nova Scotia Power Commission Ltd. | Concluded | No Lawful Obligation Found Oct 2009 | - |
Gulch Hydro Pipeline Project Alleges breaches of fiduciary and legal obligations with respect to events surrounding the sale of 5.69 acres of reserve land in 1952 to the Nova Scotia Power Commission Ltd. for the construction of a pipeline. | Invited to Negotiate | Active Jan 2020 | - |
| Total | $0 | ||
Remuneration and Expenses
Salaries, honoraria, travel, and other expenses paid to elected officials and senior employees during fiscal year 2024-25.
| Position | Name | Months | Honoraria | Travel and other | Wages | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chief | Carol Dee Potter | 12 | $79,846 | $8,800 | $10,301 | $98,947 |
| Councillor | Carol Ann Potter | 12 | $36,400 | $8,800 | $103,463 | $148,663 |
| Councillor | Fred Harlow | 12 | $36,492 | $7,400 | $39,139 | $83,031 |
| Councillor | Robert McEwan | 12 | $33,764 | $8,350 | $20,550 | $62,664 |
| Total | $186,502 | $33,350 | $173,453 | $393,305 |
This schedule is unaudited. Prepared by: Doane 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.
