Eel River Bar First Nation
Financial data for Eel River Bar First Nation for fiscal year 2017-18. Eel River Bar First Nation is a First Nation in New Brunswick with a registered population of 877 and an on-reserve population of 363. 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 Eel River Bar First Nation's revenue sources and how funds were spent during fiscal year 2017-18.
Financial Summary FY 2017-18
Statement of Financial Position
Assets, liabilities, and net financial position as of the end of fiscal year 2017-18.
Land Claims
Historical and ongoing land claims involving Eel River Bar First Nation.
| Claim | Status | Last Update | Total Payments |
|---|---|---|---|
UNBI - Flooding FN alleges an outstanding land entitlement of 180 acres, delay in adding lands to the reserve, fraud by DIA officials in obtaining the 1970 compensation agreement, invalid expropriation of lands for the dam, and a further invalid expropriation of 4.86 acres in 1978. As a result of the construction of the dam, the NF further alleges they suffered social, psychological and economic damage. | Other | File Closed Oct 2024 | - |
Loss of 180 acres Claimants allege that between 1842 and 1867, some 180 acres were alienated from the Eel River Bar Reserve without surrender. | Concluded | No Lawful Obligation Found Aug 2009 | - |
Sand and Gravel Claimants allege that removal of sand and gravel from the reserve in 1910 and again between 1925-30, caused damage to the reserve and was done without proper consent; also allege that 1929 surrender of rights to sand on the reserve was null and void. | Other | Claim Active at the SC Tribunal Oct 2023 | - |
The 1963 Eel River Dam Alleges the construction and operation of the 1963 Dam on Reserve Land was unauthorized and illegal, and did not receive fair compensation for damages suffered. | Under Assessment | Justice Department Preparing Legal Opinion Oct 2024 | - |
| Total | $0 | ||
Remuneration and Expenses
Salaries, honoraria, travel, and other expenses paid to elected officials and senior employees during fiscal year 2017-18.
| Position | Name | Months | Salaries | Honorariums | Travel | Cell Phone | Other Remuneration | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chief | Everett Martin | 12 | $78,000 | $8,580 | $509 | $2,400 | $1,000 | - |
| Councillor | Gordon Labillois | 3 | $11,520 | $1,980 | $3,805 | $600 | $539 | - |
| Councillor | Tanya Simonson | 3 | $11,520 | $1,980 | $2,346 | $600 | $481 | - |
| Councillor | Chris Labillois | 12 | $49,920 | $8,580 | $8,566 | $2,400 | $1,000 | - |
| Councillor | Jake Caplin | 12 | $49,920 | $8,580 | $15,620 | $2,400 | $1,000 | - |
| Councillor | Judy Labillois | 3 | $11,520 | $1,980 | $514 | $600 | $1,000 | - |
| Councillor | Ryan Narvie | 3 | $11,520 | $1,980 | $0 | $600 | $1,000 | - |
| Councillor | Brad Martin | 9 | $37,440 | $6,600 | $14,139 | $1,800 | $1,000 | - |
| Councillor | Sasha LaBillois | 9 | $0 | $6,600 | $9,147 | $1,800 | $1,000 | - |
| Councillor | Hank Caplin | 9 | $37,440 | $6,600 | $19,077 | $1,800 | $519 | - |
| Councillor | Ron Simonson | 9 | $0 | $6,600 | $692 | $1,800 | $1,000 | - |
| Councillor | Chris Pictou | 9 | $37,440 | $6,600 | $1,649 | $1,800 | $519 | - |
| Total | $336,240 | $66,660 | $76,064 | $18,600 | $10,058 | $0 |
This schedule has been audited. Prepared by: Allen, Paquet & Arseneau 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.
