Leq'á:mel First Nation
Financial data for Leq'á:mel First Nation for fiscal year 2020-21. Leq'á:mel First Nation is a First Nation in British Columbia with a registered population of 547 and an on-reserve population of 145. Information is extracted from publicly available annual reports published under the First Nations Financial Transparency Act.
Revenue and Expenses FY 2020-21
Visual breakdown of Leq'á:mel First Nation's revenue sources and how funds were spent during fiscal year 2020-21.
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Financial Summary FY 2020-21
Surplus/Deficit
The difference between total revenue and total expenses. A surplus indicates revenue exceeded expenses.
$2.01M surplus
Balance for FY 2020-21
Total Revenue
All revenue collected during the fiscal year, including transfers, own-source revenue, and other funding.
$7.42M
Total revenue in FY 2020-21
Total Expenses
All expenses incurred during the fiscal year including program delivery, administration, and capital costs.
$5.41M
Total expenses in FY 2020-21
Land Claims
Historical and ongoing land claims involving Leq'á:mel First Nation.
| Claim | Status | Last Update | Total Payments |
|---|---|---|---|
CPR R/W on IRs 8 & 11 (Band previous name: Lakahahmen). Band alleges that the taking of 4 parcels of land from the FN's Holachten IR # 8 and Lakahamen IR # 11 for the CPR was done improperly. | Invited to Negotiate | Active Nov 2021 | - |
Lakahahmen IR 11 - Taylor Road Alleged failure to ensure road stayed within limits of the right-of-way. | Concluded | No Lawful Obligation Found Sep 2011 | - |
Lougheed Highway ROW on Holachten IR 8 (Band previous name: Lakahahmen). Improper taking of reserve land for highway right of way on Holachten IR 8 and inadequate compensation. | Invited to Negotiate | Active Oct 2022 | - |
North Nicomen Road (Band previous name: Lakahahmen). Improper taking of reserve land for road right of way without compensation. | Invited to Negotiate | Active Oct 2022 | - |
Alienation of Lakahahmen IR #11 Alleges breach of fiduciary duty in obtaining a surrender for sale of 2.82 acres of IR #11 in 1947 to Deroche Community Association instead of suggesting a lease. | Concluded | No Lawful Obligation Found May 2012 | - |
Lakahahmen IR 11 Lougheed Highway Alleges a breach of statutory duty and fiduciary duty in the course of the Province's appropriation and use of land from IR 11 for the purposes of the DTR/Lougheed Highway. | Invited to Negotiate | Active Oct 2022 | - |
Skweahm IR 10 Lougheed Highway Alleges a breach of statutory duty and fiduciary duty in the course of the DTR/Lougheed Highway established along Nicomen Slough in 1909-11, and realigned in 1928-29. | Invited to Negotiate | Active Oct 2022 | - |
Lower Sumas Colonial Reserve Reduction Alleges that in 1868 the Colonial Crown breached its lawful obligation to the FN when it reduced the Lower Sumas Colonial Reserve. | Invited to Negotiate | Active Feb 2025 | - |
Klatwaas Colonial Reserve Reduction Alleges that in 1868 the Colonial Crown breached its lawful obligation when it reduced the Klatwaas Colonial Reserve. | Settled | Settled through Negotiations Oct 2023 | $75.00M |
Nickaamen Colonial Reserve Reduction Alleges the colonial Crown's reduction of Leq'a:mel First Nation's Nickaamen Colonial Reserve was without legal authority and in breach of the Crown's honour and fiduciary obligations to the Band. | Invited to Negotiate | Active Aug 2020 | - |
Dyking and Erosion of Papekwatchin IR 4 The First Nation alleges that Canada failed to comply with the Indian Act and/or its fiduciary obligations when it permitted the use and taking of Papekwatchin IR No. 4 land for dyking purposes, and when it failed to protect the Reserve from inundation and erosion. | Invited to Negotiate | Awaiting Response Aug 2025 | - |
1920's Expropriation - Aylechootlook IR 5 Lands - Dyking and Canal Purposes The First Nation alleges that Canada breached its fiduciary duty during the taking of lands from Aylechootlook IR No. 5 for the purposes of constructing the Vedder Canal and associated dikes in the 1920s. | Under Assessment | Justice Department Preparing Legal Opinion Jun 2023 | - |
Yaalstrick IR 1 Erosion Alleges that Canada breached its fiduciary obligations by failing to take steps to address the water erosion of Yaalstrick IR 1, resulting in the significant loss of unprotected reserve land. | Under Assessment | Justice Department Preparing Legal Opinion Sep 2025 | - |
| Total | $75.00M | ||
Remuneration and Expenses
Salaries, honoraria, travel, and other expenses paid to elected officials and senior employees during fiscal year 2020-21.
| Position | Name | Months | Honoraria | Other remuneration | Subtotal | Expenses | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chief | Thompson, Alice | 12 | $69,125 | $830 | $69,955 | $0 | $69,955 |
| Councillor | McDonald, Sandra | 12 | $30,625 | $830 | $31,455 | $0 | $31,455 |
| Councillor | McKamey, Darrel | 12 | $30,625 | $1,510 | $32,135 | $0 | $32,135 |
| Councillor | Styran, Dawn | 12 | $30,625 | $830 | $31,455 | $300 | $31,755 |
| Councillor | Laslo, Camielle | 12 | $30,625 | $705 | $31,330 | $300 | $31,630 |
| Councillor | Paterson, James | 12 | $30,625 | $2,040 | $32,665 | $0 | $32,665 |
| Councillor | Kelly, Daniel | 3 | $8,313 | $250 | $8,563 | $0 | $8,563 |
| Councillor | Kelly, Magdalena | 6 | $15,701 | $1,060 | $16,761 | $0 | $16,761 |
| Total | $246,264 | $8,055 | $254,319 | $600 | $254,919 |
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.
