Wet'suwet'en First Nation

Financial data for Wet'suwet'en First Nation for fiscal year 2018-19. Wet'suwet'en First Nation is a First Nation in British Columbia with a registered population of 249 and an on-reserve population of 92. Information is extracted from publicly available annual reports published under the First Nations Financial Transparency Act.

Revenue and Expenses FY 2018-19

Visual breakdown of Wet'suwet'en First Nation's revenue sources and how funds were spent during fiscal year 2018-19.

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Financial Summary FY 2018-19

Surplus/Deficit
The difference between total revenue and total expenses. A surplus indicates revenue exceeded expenses.
$1.17M surplus
Balance for FY 2018-19
Total Revenue
All revenue collected during the fiscal year, including transfers, own-source revenue, and other funding.
$3.95M
Total revenue in FY 2018-19
Total Expenses
All expenses incurred during the fiscal year including program delivery, administration, and capital costs.
$2.78M
Total expenses in FY 2018-19

Statement of Financial Position

Assets, liabilities, and net financial position as of the end of fiscal year 2018-19.

Total Financial Assets
Cash, investments, accounts receivable, and other assets that can be converted to cash.
$3.12M
As of fiscal year end 2018-19
Tangible Capital Assets
Land, buildings, equipment, vehicles, and infrastructure owned by the First Nation.
$8.00M
As of fiscal year end 2018-19
Accumulated Surplus
The cumulative surplus accumulated over time from operations.
$5.79M
Total accumulated surplus

Land Claims

Historical and ongoing land claims involving Wet'suwet'en First Nation.

ClaimStatusLast UpdateTotal Payments
Charles I.R. #1
Alleged that Charles I.R. #1 (aka Burns Lake #1), alloted to the Burns Lake Band, ought to be a reserve of the Broman Lake F.N.
Concluded
No Lawful Obligation Found
Sep 2011
-
Felix George IR 7 Forest Development Road Right-of-Way
Alleges a purported transfer of a road right-of-way to British Columbia was done without legal authority.
Invited to Negotiate
Active
Sep 2024
-
Decker Lake Lot 558
Alleges breach of fiduciary duties. Alleges mismanagement of reserve lands. Alleges the failure to challenge the seizure of reserve lands by settlers at the time of taking.
Invited to Negotiate
Awaiting Response
Dec 2025
-
Total$0

Remuneration and Expenses

Salaries, honoraria, travel, and other expenses paid to elected officials and senior employees during fiscal year 2018-19.

PositionNameMonthsRemuneration [Note 2]Expenses [Note 3]Total
CouncillorErwin Tom12$12,250$27,695$39,945
CouncillorRuby Ogen12$12,800$10,991$23,791
ChiefVivian Tom12$50,950$13,715$64,665
Total$76,000$52,401$128,401

This schedule has been audited. Prepared by: KPMG 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.