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Wuskwi Sipihk First Nation

Financial data for Wuskwi Sipihk First Nation for fiscal year 2014-15. Wuskwi Sipihk First Nation is a First Nation in Manitoba with a registered population of 862 and an on-reserve population of 263. 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 Wuskwi Sipihk First Nation's revenue sources and how funds were spent during fiscal year 2014-15.

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Financial Summary FY 2014-15

Surplus/Deficit
The difference between total revenue and total expenses. A surplus indicates revenue exceeded expenses.
$232K deficit
Balance for FY 2014-15
Total Revenue
All revenue collected during the fiscal year, including transfers, own-source revenue, and other funding.
$4.99M
Total revenue in FY 2014-15
Total Expenses
All expenses incurred during the fiscal year including program delivery, administration, and capital costs.
$5.22M
Total expenses in FY 2014-15

Statement of Financial Position

Assets, liabilities, and net financial position as of the end of fiscal year 2014-15.

Total Financial Assets
Cash, investments, accounts receivable, and other assets that can be converted to cash.
$1.12M
As of fiscal year end 2014-15
Total Liabilities
Accounts payable, long-term debt, and other obligations owed to external parties.
$6.45M
As of fiscal year end 2014-15
Net Debt
Financial liabilities minus financial assets. A negative value indicates net financial assets.
$5.33M (surplus)
Financial liabilities less financial assets
Tangible Capital Assets
Land, buildings, equipment, vehicles, and infrastructure owned by the First Nation.
$8.85M
As of fiscal year end 2014-15
Accumulated Surplus
The cumulative surplus accumulated over time from operations.
$3.53M
Total accumulated surplus

Land Claims

Historical and ongoing land claims involving Wuskwi Sipihk First Nation.

ClaimStatusLast UpdateTotal Payments
Treaty Land Entitlement
(Band previous name: Indian Birch). Unfulfilled treaty land entitlement pursuant to Treaty No. 4. This First Nation is signatory to the Manitoba TLE Framework Agreement.
Settled
Settled through Negotiations
Jul 1998
$4.33M
Treaty 4 Agricultural Benefits
Alleges a breach of fiduciary duty by failing to distribute agricultural benefits in accordance with the terms of Treaty 4, as well as failing to provide clear and distinct records of the distribution of these Treaty obligations.
Settled
Settled through Negotiations
Feb 2025
$46.14M
Total$50.47M

Remuneration and Expenses

Salaries, honoraria, travel, and other expenses paid to elected officials and senior employees during fiscal year 2014-15.

PositionNameMonthsRemunerationExpensesTotal
ChiefElwood Zastre6$24,867$3,727$28,594
ChiefAlbina Brass6$11,181$2,810$13,991
CouncillorNathan Kematch12$29,412$1,550$30,962
CouncillorCraig Stevens6$20,264$2,119$22,383
CouncillorFrancis Stevens6$20,413$3,316$23,729
CouncillorLester Brass6$9,148$0$9,148
CouncillorDarren Audy6$9,148$3,302$12,450
Total$124,433$16,824$141,257

This schedule has been audited. Prepared by: R.M. Ellingson, Certified Management Accountant Corp.

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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.

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