Sumas First Nation
Financial data for Sumas First Nation for fiscal year 2015-16. Sumas First Nation is a First Nation in British Columbia with a registered population of 384 and an on-reserve population of 189. Information is extracted from publicly available annual reports published under the First Nations Financial Transparency Act.
Revenue and Expenses FY 2015-16
Visual breakdown of Sumas First Nation's revenue sources and how funds were spent during fiscal year 2015-16.
Financial Summary FY 2015-16
Statement of Financial Position
Assets, liabilities, and net financial position as of the end of fiscal year 2015-16.
Land Claims
Historical and ongoing land claims involving Sumas First Nation.
| Claim | Status | Last Update | Total Payments |
|---|---|---|---|
Upper Sumas I.R. No. 6 - 28.83 Acres Alleged 28.83 acres of and taken from Upper Sumas I.R. No. 6 by V. V. & E. Railway. | Settled | Settled through Negotiations May 2016 | $15.45M |
Upper Sumas I.R. No. 6 - 1.26 Acres Alleged 1.26 acres of and taken from Upper Sumas I.R. No. 6 by V. V. & E. Railway. | Settled | Settled through Negotiations Mar 2004 | $1.06M |
Sumas I.R. # 7 Alleged improper surrender of Sumas I.R. # 7 in 1919 for sale to the Soldier Settlement Board. | Settled | Settled through Negotiations Mar 2004 | $185K |
Upper Semáth 1200 Acre Colonial Reserve The First Nation alleges that Canada breached its fiduciary duty by reducing the Upper Sumas Colonial Reserve from 1200 acres to 440 acres without consulting with or compensating the Sumas First Nation. | Under Assessment | Justice Department Preparing Legal Opinion Oct 2023 | - |
| Total | $16.69M | ||
Remuneration and Expenses
Salaries, honoraria, travel, and other expenses paid to elected officials and senior employees during fiscal year 2015-16.
| Position | Name | Months | Remuneration [Note 2] | Expenses [Note 3] | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chief | Silver, Dalton | 12 | $55,320 | $20,901 | $76,221 |
| Councillor | Tuttle, Clint | 12 | $40,220 | $27,027 | $67,247 |
| Councillor | Bird, Jacqueline | 12 | $51,980 | $16,940 | $68,920 |
| Councillor | Ned, Murray | 12 | $12,390 | $2,216 | $14,606 |
| Executive Director, LFFA | Ned, Murray | 12 | $67,158 | $14,542 | $81,700 |
| Total | $227,068 | $81,626 | $308,694 |
This schedule is unaudited. Prepared by: KPMG 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.
