Skwlax te Secwepemculecw

Financial data for Skwlax te Secwepemculecw for fiscal year 2021-22. Skwlax te Secwepemculecw is a First Nation in British Columbia with a registered population of 389 and an on-reserve population of 241. Information is extracted from publicly available annual reports published under the First Nations Financial Transparency Act.

Revenue and Expenses FY 2021-22

Visual breakdown of Skwlax te Secwepemculecw's revenue sources and how funds were spent during fiscal year 2021-22.

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Financial Summary FY 2021-22

Surplus/Deficit
The difference between total revenue and total expenses. A surplus indicates revenue exceeded expenses.
$5.02M surplus
Balance for FY 2021-22
Total Revenue
All revenue collected during the fiscal year, including transfers, own-source revenue, and other funding.
$20.18M
Total revenue in FY 2021-22
Total Expenses
All expenses incurred during the fiscal year including program delivery, administration, and capital costs.
$15.15M
Total expenses in FY 2021-22

Statement of Financial Position

Assets, liabilities, and net financial position as of the end of fiscal year 2021-22.

Total Financial Assets
Cash, investments, accounts receivable, and other assets that can be converted to cash.
$30.34M
As of fiscal year end 2021-22
Total Liabilities
Accounts payable, long-term debt, and other obligations owed to external parties.
$6.76M
As of fiscal year end 2021-22
Tangible Capital Assets
Land, buildings, equipment, vehicles, and infrastructure owned by the First Nation.
$20.28M
As of fiscal year end 2021-22
Accumulated Surplus
The cumulative surplus accumulated over time from operations.
$43.86M
Total accumulated surplus

Land Claims

Historical and ongoing land claims involving Skwlax te Secwepemculecw.

ClaimStatusLast UpdateTotal Payments
CPR Right of Way on Chum IR 2
The FN alleges breaches of Canada's statutory duty, fiduciary duty and duty of care to the Little Shuswap Indian Band through 1) the unlawful taking of 32.92 acres of reserve land for CPR right of way and station grounds, 2) improper lease of land for a gravel crushing plant, 3) failure to require a surrender for the railway taking, and 4) failure to secure adequate compensation. (Band previous name: Little Shuswap Lake)
Invited to Negotiate
Active
May 2025
-
Hwy Expropriation IR's 1 - 2 - 4
Alleged unlawful taking of reserve land for highway purposes. (Band previous name: Little Shuswap Lake)
Invited to Negotiate
Awaiting Response
Jul 2015
-
I. R. No. 5 Highway Expropriation
Alleged improper taking and compensation regarding provincial highway across North Bay I.R. No. 5. (Band previous name: Little Shuswap Lake)
Invited to Negotiate
Awaiting Response
Jul 2012
-
North Bay IR #5
Alleges that an improper survey led to a failure to include a large portion of land which had been allotted by the Joint Reserve Commission in 1877. (Band previous name: Little Shuswap Lake)
Invited to Negotiate
Active
May 2025
-
North Bay IR #5 CPR
The Band submits that Canada owes an outstanding lawful obligation to compensate the Band for the disposition of its reserve land to CPR. (Band previous name: Little Shuswap Lake)
Under Assessment
Justice Department Preparing Legal Opinion
Mar 2013
-
Salmon Arm Reserves - Subdivision
Alleged unlawful subdivision of two reserves established by the Joint Indian Reserve Commission to be held in common by the Little Shuswap Band and two other bands. (Band previous name: Little Shuswap Lake)
Concluded
No Lawful Obligation Found
Mar 2011
-
Scotch Creek IR 4 Survey
Scotch Creek IR 4 survey error. (Band previous name: Little Shuswap Lake)
Concluded
No Lawful Obligation Found
May 2011
-
Scotch Creek IR #4 1960 Inadequate Rent
Alleges a breach of fiduciary obligation arising from Canada's approval of inadequate rental rates resulting from the lease of 60 lakefront lots on Scotch Creek IR 4. (Band previous name: Little Shuswap Lake)
Concluded
No Lawful Obligation Found
Jan 2018
-
Scotch Creek IR #4 1967 - 1976 Inadequate Rent
Alleges a breach of fiduciary obligation arising from Canada's approval of inadequate rental rates resulting from the lease of 60 lakefront lots on Scotch Creek IR 4. (Band previous name: Little Shuswap Lake)
Settled
Settled through Negotiations
Mar 2021
$1.64M
Scotch Creek IR #4 Lakeland Contract: Return of Funds
Alleges that Canada breached its fiduciary obligation to the First Nation when it allowed an unnecessary payment of $1,580.00 from Band funds to reimburse the Lakeland Company Ltd. (Band previous name: Little Shuswap Lake)
Settled
Settled through Negotiations
Mar 2021
$98K
11.05 AC for Roadways from IR 2 in 1922
(Band previous name: Little Shuswap Lake) The First Nation alleges that Canada breached its statutory and fiduciary duties by allowing the taking of 11.05 acres of Chum Creek IR 2 land for road purposes without proper authority or proper compensation.
Invited to Negotiate
Awaiting Response
Oct 2025
-
Total$1.74M

Remuneration and Expenses

Salaries, honoraria, travel, and other expenses paid to elected officials and senior employees during fiscal year 2021-22.

PositionNameMonthsRemuneration (Note 1)Expenses (Note 1)Total
ChiefOliver Arnouse9$85,682$107$85,789
CouncilorAaron Arnouse12$77,954$2,501$80,455
CouncilorWes Francois12$77,272$6,153$83,425
ChiefJames Tomma4$23,366$0$23,366
Total$264,274$8,761$273,035

This schedule is unaudited. Prepared by: BDO Canada 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.