Birch Narrows First Nation

Financial data for Birch Narrows First Nation for fiscal year 2017-18. Birch Narrows First Nation is a First Nation in Saskatchewan with a registered population of 994 and an on-reserve population of 541. 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 Birch Narrows First Nation'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.
$3.22M surplus
Balance for FY 2017-18
Total Revenue
All revenue collected during the fiscal year, including transfers, own-source revenue, and other funding.
$14.46M
Total revenue in FY 2017-18
Total Expenses
All expenses incurred during the fiscal year including program delivery, administration, and capital costs.
$11.25M
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.
$8.01M
As of fiscal year end 2017-18
Tangible Capital Assets
Land, buildings, equipment, vehicles, and infrastructure owned by the First Nation.
$35.18M
As of fiscal year end 2017-18
Accumulated Surplus
The cumulative surplus accumulated over time from operations.
$38.04M
Total accumulated surplus

Land Claims

Historical and ongoing land claims involving Birch Narrows First Nation.

ClaimStatusLast UpdateTotal Payments
Treaty Land Entitlement
(Formerly Clear Lake FN) - In their joint submission, the FNs allege outstanding TLE based on the ADOFS and adjusted population calculation under the 1998 TLE policy.
Other
Claim Active at the SC Tribunal
Sep 2021
-
Treaty 10 Agricultural Assistance
Alleges the Crown failed to provide the First Nation with the agricultural benefits and provisions promised pursuant to Treaty 10.
Settled
Settled through Negotiations
Dec 2023
$47.41M
Total$47.41M

Remuneration and Expenses

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

PositionNameMonthsHonorarium $ (note 1)Travel $Other remuneration $ (note 2)Total $
ChiefJonathon P. Sylvester12$50,000$27,903$3,050-
CouncillorDorothy Sylvester12$25,500$11,892$300-
CouncillorKimberly Sylvester12$25,500$15,322$300-
CouncillorAnn Sylvester1$1,471$0$0-
CouncillorDoreen Morin11$23,938$8,010$300-
CouncillorJonathan L. Sylvester1$1,471$1,561$0-
CouncillorIvan Morin11$24,923$19,482$970-
Total$152,803$84,170$4,920$0

This schedule is unaudited. Prepared by: PricewaterhouseCoopers 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.