Chawathil
Financial data for Chawathil for fiscal year 2019-20. Chawathil is a First Nation in British Columbia with a registered population of 671 and an on-reserve population of 384. Information is extracted from publicly available annual reports published under the First Nations Financial Transparency Act.
Revenue and Expenses FY 2019-20
Visual breakdown of Chawathil's revenue sources and how funds were spent during fiscal year 2019-20.
Financial Summary FY 2019-20
Statement of Financial Position
Assets, liabilities, and net financial position as of the end of fiscal year 2019-20.
Land Claims
Historical and ongoing land claims involving Chawathil.
| Claim | Status | Last Update | Total Payments |
|---|---|---|---|
Chawathil I.R. Nos. 2 and 4 Alleged improper expropriation of several parcels of reserve lands. | Concluded | No Lawful Obligation Found Feb 2010 | - |
5 Mile Fishery Reserve The Bands allege that the fishing station reserves, Yale IR 17-25, were reserved for the collective use of the Sto:lo people, and not just for the exclusive use of the Yale FN. They submit that Canada had a lawful obligation to respect and preserve the 5 Mile Fishery for the Sto:lo collective and they claim a breach of fiduciary obligation. | Other | File Closed Feb 2015 | - |
Ts'qo:ls Southern Village Site Alleges an outstanding lawful obligation arising from the failure to protect from encroachment and to set apart ten acres for a village site that was to be located in the southern portion of the Chawathil centre of settlement known as Ts'qo:ls. | Invited to Negotiate | Active Mar 2017 | - |
Seabird Island Reserve Alleges a breach of statutory duty by reallocating a one seventh interest in the Seabird Island Reserve to the newly formed Seabird Island Band. | Settled | Settled through Negotiations Aug 2019 | $21.43M |
Seabird Island CPR Alleges Canada’s failure to fulfill fiduciary duties in regard to 96.46 acres that was taken for a CPR right-of-way when it failed to consult with the FN, minimize impact on the Reserve, and secure full and fair compensation for the FN. | Invited to Negotiate | Active Feb 2024 | - |
Reserved Fishing Rock No. 1 Alleges a breach of fiduciary duty regarding the failure to protect and secure Fishing Rock No. 1 through the reserve creation process. | Invited to Negotiate | Awaiting Response Nov 2025 | - |
| Total | $21.43M | ||
Remuneration and Expenses
Salaries, honoraria, travel, and other expenses paid to elected officials and senior employees during fiscal year 2019-20.
| Position | Name | Months | Remuneration [Note 2] | Expenses [Note 3] | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chief | Rhoda Peters | 12 | $22,700 | $10,016 | $32,716 |
| Councillor | Rose Peters | 4 | $22,600 | $3,585 | $26,185 |
| Councillor | Deanna John | 12 | $50,004 | $12,965 | $62,969 |
| Councillor | Jeanne Kay-Moreno | 4 | $5,000 | $2,551 | $7,551 |
| Vice-Chief | Norman Florence | 12 | $70,169 | $10,077 | $80,246 |
| Councillor | Bobbi Peters | 4 | $6,950 | $2,707 | $9,657 |
| Councillor | Audrey George | 12 | $13,475 | $7,684 | $21,159 |
| Councillor | Monica Florence | 8 | $50,943 | $7,675 | $58,618 |
| Councillor | Kelsey John | 8 | $7,345 | $137 | $7,482 |
| Councillor | Timothy Peters | 8 | $8,370 | $1,517 | $9,887 |
| Total | $257,556 | $58,914 | $316,470 |
This schedule has been audited. 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.
