Blueberry River First Nations
Financial data for Blueberry River First Nations for fiscal year 2014-15. Blueberry River First Nations is a First Nation in British Columbia with a registered population of 544 and an on-reserve population of 247. 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 Blueberry River First Nations'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 Blueberry River First Nations.
| Claim | Status | Last Update | Total Payments |
|---|---|---|---|
Annuity Arrears Alleged seven FNs were owed Treaty Annuities from date Treaty 8 was first signed (1899) rather than from the date of adhesion. | Other | File Closed Sep 2017 | - |
Highway Right-of-Way on IR #172 Alleged that the Crown breached its legal and fiduciary obligations to the then Fort St. John FN by agreeing to the transfer of lands within Fort St. John Indian Reserve No. 172 to the Province of BC in 1934, without consent of, or compensation to, the FN. | Settled | Settled through Negotiations Nov 2013 | $3.24M |
Treaty 8 Land Entitlement Unfulfilled treaty land entitlement pursuant to Treaty No. 8. | Settled | Settled through Negotiations Feb 2023 | $252.61M |
Non-fulfilment of Terms of Surrender of IR #172 Alleges that Canada did not adhere to terms of the Surrender of Fort St John IR No. 172 and failed to set aside additional reserve lands as requested by the FN. | Other | File Closed Mar 2008 | - |
Mineral Rights to IR Nos. 204 - 205 - 206 Alleges that Canada failed in the performance of its legal and fiduciary obligations to secure subsurface rights to IR Nos. 204, 205, and 206. | Other | File Closed Mar 2008 | - |
Ammunition and Twine Alleged breach of Treaty by Canada in the provision of Twine and ammunition to Blueberry River, Doig River, Halfway River, and Saulteau FNs. | Invited to Negotiate | Active Dec 2012 | - |
Treaty 8 Agricultural Benefits Alleges that Canada has neither extinguished nor performed its obligations under the agricultural benefits of Treaty 8. | Settled | Settled through Negotiations Sep 2017 | $21.50M |
Consolidated Annuity Arrears First Nations allege that they were owed Treaty Annuities from the date Treaty 8 was first signed in 1899 rather than from the date of adhesion of each Band. | Concluded | No Lawful Obligation Found Feb 2020 | - |
| Total | $277.36M | ||
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 | Expenses | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chief | Marvin Yahey | 12 | $108,170 | $299 | $108,469 |
| Councillor | Wayne Yahey | 12 | $90,188 | $60 | $90,248 |
| Councillor | Lisa Hotte | 12 | $90,188 | $2,014 | $92,202 |
| Councillor | Sherry Dominic | 12 | $90,188 | $1,200 | $91,388 |
| Councillor | Norma Pyle | 12 | $90,188 | $1,044 | $91,232 |
| Total | $468,922 | $4,617 | $473,539 |
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.
