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Odanak

Financial data for Odanak for fiscal year 2017-18. Odanak is a First Nation in Quebec with a registered population of 3,132 and an on-reserve population of 282. Information is extracted from publicly available annual reports published under the First Nations Financial Transparency Act.

Revenue and Expenses FY 2017-18

Visual breakdown of Odanak's revenue sources and how funds were spent during fiscal year 2017-18.

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Financial Summary FY 2017-18

Surplus/Deficit
The difference between total revenue and total expenses. A surplus indicates revenue exceeded expenses.
$3.04M surplus
Balance for FY 2017-18
Total Revenue
All revenue collected during the fiscal year, including transfers, own-source revenue, and other funding.
$11.80M
Total revenue in FY 2017-18
Total Expenses
All expenses incurred during the fiscal year including program delivery, administration, and capital costs.
$8.76M
Total expenses in FY 2017-18

Statement of Financial Position

Assets, liabilities, and net financial position as of the end of fiscal year 2017-18.

Total Financial Assets
Cash, investments, accounts receivable, and other assets that can be converted to cash.
$9.40M
As of fiscal year end 2017-18
Accumulated Surplus
The cumulative surplus accumulated over time from operations.
$20.73M
Total accumulated surplus

Land Claims

Historical and ongoing land claims involving Odanak.

ClaimStatusLast UpdateTotal Payments
Crespieul
Originally submitted by Abénakis de Wôlinak, alleging illegal surrender, loss of use, and mismanagement of proceeds from sale of surrendered land. Claim resubmitted by Abénakis de Wôlinak and Odanak, same claim with additional allegations concerning the creation and location of the reserve, except that the two FN's agreed to address the mismanagement of proceeds from the sale of Crespieul between themselves.
Settled
Settled through Negotiations
Mar 2007
$4.80M
Création de la paroisse de St-Thomas-de-Pierreville
The FN alleges that the Crown breached its fiduciary duty through the illegal sale of Abenaki land to a non-Aboriginal owner, and by not following the recommendations of a report designed to correct the illegal occupation of Abenaki land by settlers. The FN accordingly requests negotiation of adequate compensation for the lands taken without legal authority.
Other
File Closed
May 2008
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Cession des 38 lots dans le domaine abénakis de St-François
The FN alleges that the Crown failed in its fiduciary role by not complying with various applicable legislation. Consequently, the FN alleges that the surrender of 38 lots in the Abenaki Estate was illegal and did not constitute a favourable settlement. Therefore, the FN is seeking sufficient compensation for illegally acquired reserves, i.e., land restitution and/or monetary compensation equivalent to this loss, in addition to compensation for the resulting loss of use.
Settled
Settled through Negotiations
Feb 2025
$50.00M
Chemins Maurault et Bout-de-l'Ile
The FN alleges that reserve land was alienated for the construction of two roads and the FN received inadequate compensation.
Concluded
No Lawful Obligation Found
Sep 2011
-
Limites Originales d'Odanak
Loss of advantages/benefits and illegal sale of Abénaki lands in the Seigneurie of Pierreville and St-François.
Settled
Settled through Negotiations
Feb 2025
$150.00M
Droit de passage accordé a South Shore et Great Eastern Railway Co.'s
The First Nation alleges that the Crown unlawfully allowed the railway companies to encroach upon and take lands.
Concluded
No Lawful Obligation Found
Mar 2014
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Les Moulins de Pierreville
Alleges a breach of fiduciary duty and legal obligations from 1867-1880 and 1887-1906 concerning encroachment on the Odanak Reserve by the Compagnie des moulins à vapeur de Pierreville and its successors. Breaches include: failure to prevent trespass and failure to obtain compensation for encroachment, ensuing damages, and the obstruction of the free movement of watercrafts.
Under Assessment
Date Research & Analysis started
Jan 2026
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Total$204.80M

Remuneration and Expenses

Salaries, honoraria, travel, and other expenses paid to elected officials and senior employees during fiscal year 2017-18.

PositionNameMonthsSalaires ou honorairesAutres rémunérationsFrais de voyagesTotal
ChefRichard O'Bomsawin12$44,853$100$5,379-
ConseillèreClaire O'Bomsawin12$40,344$872$270-
ConseillerRéjean O'Bomsawin8$26,896$3,033$1,094-
ConseillerAlain O'Bomsawin12$40,344$100$0-
ConseillèreFlorence Benedict12$40,344$0$563-
ConseillerJacques Thériault-Watso4$13,448$100$0-
Total$206,229$4,205$7,306$0

This schedule is unaudited. Prepared by: Deloitte S.E.N.C.R.L./s.r.l.

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.