Upper Similkameen
Financial data for Upper Similkameen for fiscal year 2015-16. Upper Similkameen is a First Nation in British Columbia with a registered population of 336 and an on-reserve population of 73. Information is extracted from publicly available annual reports published under the First Nations Financial Transparency Act.
Revenue and Expenses FY 2015-16
Visual breakdown of Upper Similkameen's revenue sources and how funds were spent during fiscal year 2015-16.
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Financial Summary FY 2015-16
Surplus/Deficit
The difference between total revenue and total expenses. A surplus indicates revenue exceeded expenses.
$413K surplus
Balance for FY 2015-16
Total Revenue
All revenue collected during the fiscal year, including transfers, own-source revenue, and other funding.
$5.00M
Total revenue in FY 2015-16
Total Expenses
All expenses incurred during the fiscal year including program delivery, administration, and capital costs.
$4.59M
Total expenses in FY 2015-16
Statement of Financial Position
Assets, liabilities, and net financial position as of the end of fiscal year 2015-16.
Total Financial Assets
Cash, investments, accounts receivable, and other assets that can be converted to cash.
$3.96M
As of fiscal year end 2015-16
Accumulated Surplus
The cumulative surplus accumulated over time from operations.
$5.85M
Total accumulated surplus
Land Claims
Historical and ongoing land claims involving Upper Similkameen.
| Claim | Status | Last Update | Total Payments |
|---|---|---|---|
BC Cut-Off Lands (SPLIT #20) Alienation of reserve land arising from decisions of the McKenna-McBride Commission in 1916. | Settled | Settled through Negotiations Oct 2001 | $40K |
B.C. Gas Alleged invalid permit because permit included no definite date of termination (section 28(2)). | Other | File Closed Dec 1993 | - |
Establishment of Hwy 3 on the Colonial Portion of IR 2 Alleges the unlawful taking and occupation of land for highway purposes on the colonial portion of Chuchuwayha IRs 2 and 2A, as well as breaches associated with a 1933 Order-in-Council transferring land from the reserve to the Province for road purposes. | Invited to Negotiate | Active Oct 2019 | - |
Establishment of Hwy 3 on the Post-Colonial Portion of IR 2 and 2A Alleges the unlawful taking and occupation of land for highway purposes on the post-colonial portion of Chuchuwayha IRs 2 and 2A, as well as breaches associated with a 1933 Order-in-Council transferring land from the reserve to the Province for road purposes. | Invited to Negotiate | Active Oct 2019 | - |
Widening and Relocation of Hwy 3 on IR 2 and 2A: 1946-1949 Alleges a breach of fiduciary duty with respect to the illegal taking of gravel, insufficient compensation for the use of a gravel pit, and the widening and relocation of Highway 3 on IRs 2 and 2A. | Invited to Negotiate | Active Oct 2019 | - |
Chuchuwayha IR 2 and Eastern Railway Alleges Canada breached its fiduciary obligations when it allowed the taking of reserve lands for railway purposes without minimally impairing the reserve interest, obtaining adequate compensation, and failing to preserve and protect the Band’s interest in the right-of-way lands. | Invited to Negotiate | Active Feb 2022 | - |
Vermillion Forks IR 1 and Eastern Railway Alleges Canada breached its fiduciary obligations when it allowed the taking of reserve lands for railway purposes without minimally impairing the reserve interest, obtaining adequate compensation, and preventing a loss of leasing income. | Invited to Negotiate | Active Feb 2022 | - |
Wolf Creek IR 3 Vancouver, Victoria and Eastern Railway Alleges Canada breached its fiduciary duty by failing to ensure proper compensation for IR 3 land taken by the Vancouver, Victoria and Eastern Railway and subsequently failing to prevent unauthorized use and occupation of said land by British Columbia. | Invited to Negotiate | Active Feb 2022 | - |
Hedley Nickel Plate Road on Chuchuwayha IR No. 2 Alleges that Canada breached its lawful obligations by condoning and facilitating the trespass on Chuchuwayha IR No. 2, by failing to obtain compensation, and by failing to require the road to be legally established. | Invited to Negotiate | Awaiting Response Oct 2025 | - |
Exchange of Lot 2900 for 2899 on Chuchuwayha IR 2 in 1903 Alleges Canada breached its fiduciary and statutory duties to the Upper Similkameen Indian Band during the surrender of Lot 2900 on Chuchuwayha IR 2 and its exchange for Lot 2899 in 1903. | Under Assessment | Justice Department Preparing Legal Opinion Oct 2024 | - |
| Total | $40K | ||
Remuneration and Expenses
Salaries, honoraria, travel, and other expenses paid to elected officials and senior employees during fiscal year 2015-16.
| Position | Name | Months | Salary | Honoraria | Other Remuneration | Total | Travel Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chief | Richard Holmes | 1 | $0 | $500 | $558 | $1,058 | $0 |
| Chief | Charlotte Mitchell | 11 | $41,632 | $11,117 | $0 | $52,749 | $4,447 |
| Councillor | Carmeletta Holmes | 12 | $28,712 | $8,875 | $0 | $37,587 | $361 |
| Councillor | Dale (Sally) Holmes | 1 | $0 | $550 | $0 | $550 | $0 |
| Councillor | Mason Squakin | 11 | $0 | $10,150 | $0 | $10,150 | $1,074 |
| Total | $70,344 | $31,192 | $558 | $102,094 | $5,882 |
This schedule is unaudited. Prepared by: REID HURST NAGY INC.
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.
