METRO VANCOUVER REGIONAL DISTRICT ABORIGINAL RELATIONS COMMITTEE
REGULAR MEETING
Thursday, February 1, 2018 1:00 p.m. 28th Floor Committee Room, 4730 Kingsway, Burnaby, British Columbia
A G E N D A1
1. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
1.1 February 1, 2018 Regular Meeting Agenda That the Aboriginal Relations Committee adopt the agenda for its regular meeting scheduled for February 1, 2018 as circulated.
2. ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES
2.1 October 5, 2017 Regular Meeting Minutes That the Aboriginal Relations Committee adopt the minutes of its regular meeting held October 5, 2017 as circulated.
3. DELEGATIONS
4. INVITED PRESENTATIONS
4.1 Celeste Haldane, Chief Commissioner, BC Treaty Commission Subject: 2017 Annual Report – BC Treaty Commission
4.2 David Wells, Chair, Aboriginal Homelessness Steering Committee Subject: Indigenous Homelessness
1 Note: Recommendation is shown under each item, where applicable.
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5. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEE OR STAFF
5.1 2018 Aboriginal Relations Committee Priorities and Work Plan Designated Speaker: Ralph G. Hildebrand, General Manager, Legal and Legislative Services/Corporate Solicitor That the Aboriginal Relations Committee endorse the work plan as presented in the report dated January 8, 2018 titled “2018 Aboriginal Relations Committee Priorities and Work Plan.”
5.2 Appointment of the 2018 Local Government Treaty Table Representatives to the Katzie and Tsleil-Waututh Treaty Negotiations Designated Speaker: Ralph G. Hildebrand, General Manager, Legal and Legislative Services/Corporate Solicitor That the MVRD Board appoint: a) ______as the local government treaty table representative to the Katzie negotiations for 2018. b) ______as the local government treaty table representative to the Tsleil-Waututh negotiations for 2018.
5.3 Appointment of Metro Vancouver’s 2018 Representative to the UBCM Indigenous Relations Committee Designated Speaker: Ralph G. Hildebrand, General Manager, Legal and Legislative Services/Corporate Solicitor That the MVRD Board appoint the Chair or Vice-Chair of Metro Vancouver’s Aboriginal Relations Committee to the Union of British Columbia Municipalities’ (UBCM) Indigenous Relations Committee for 2018.
5.4 Appointment of an Observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee Meetings for 2018 Designated Speaker: Ralph G. Hildebrand, General Manager, Legal and Legislative Services/Corporate Solicitor That the MVRD Board appoint ______as the Metro Vancouver Aboriginal Relations Committee observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee meetings for 2018.
5.5 Metro Vancouver’s Representation at the 2018 National Aboriginal Day and Related Events Designated Speaker: Marino Piombini, Supervisor, Aboriginal Relations, Legal and Legislative Services That the MVRD Board approve Metro Vancouver’s representation at the 2018 National Aboriginal Day event proposed in the report, dated January 22, 2018, titled “Metro Vancouver’s Representation at the 2018 National Aboriginal Day and Related Events.”
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5.6 Quarterly Report on Reconciliation Activities Designated Speaker: Marino Piombini, Supervisor, Aboriginal Relations, Legal and Legislative Services That the MVRD Board receive for information the report, dated January 22, 2018, titled “Quarterly Report on Reconciliation Activities.”
5.7 Overview of the Aboriginal Population Data from the 2016 Census Designated Speaker: Marino Piombini, Supervisor, Aboriginal Relations, Legal and Legislative Services That the Aboriginal Relations Committee receive for information the report, dated January 22, 2018, titled “Overview of the Aboriginal Population Data from the 2016 Census.”
5.8 Manager’s Report Designated Speaker: Ralph G. Hildebrand, General Manager, Legal and Legislative Services/Corporate Solicitor That the Aboriginal Relations Committee receive for information the report dated January 22, 2018, titled “Manager’s Report.”
6. INFORMATION ITEMS
6.1 Metro Vancouver’s Profile of First Nations, January 2018
7. OTHER BUSINESS
8. BUSINESS ARISING FROM DELEGATIONS
9. RESOLUTION TO CLOSE MEETING Note: The Committee must state by resolution the basis under section 90 of the Community Charter on which the meeting is being closed. If a member wishes to add an item, the basis must be included below.
That the Aboriginal Relations Committee close its regular meeting scheduled for February 1, 2018 pursuant to the Community Charter provisions, Section 90 (1)(i) and (m) as follows: “90 (1) A part of the meeting may be closed to the public if the subject matter being considered relates to or is one or more of the following: (i) the receipt of advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose. (m) a matter that, under another enactment, is such that the public may be excluded from the meeting.
10. ADJOURNMENT/CONCLUSION That the Aboriginal Relations Committee adjourn/conclude its regular meeting of February 1, 2018.
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Membership: Steele, Barbara (C) – Surrey Drew, Ralph – Belcarra Non-Voting Members: Williams, Bryce (VC) – Tsawwassen Fox, Charlie – Langley Township Falk, Brenda – Fraser Valley Regional District Becker, John – Pitt Meadows Hanson, Jim – North Vancouver District Crompton, Jack – Squamish-Lillooet Regional Booth, Mary-Ann – West Vancouver Jackson, Lois – Delta District Carr, Adriane – Vancouver Martin, Gayle – Langley City TBA – Sunshine Coast Regional District Deal, Heather – Vancouver Zarrillo, Bonita – Coquitlam Dhaliwal, Sav – Burnaby
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METRO VANCOUVER REGIONAL DISTRICT ABORIGINAL RELATIONS COMMITTEE
Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Metro Vancouver Regional District (MVRD) Aboriginal Relations Committee held at 1:02 p.m. on Thursday, October 5, 2017 in the 2nd Floor Boardroom, 4330 Kingsway, Burnaby, British Columbia.
MEMBERS PRESENT: Chair, Councillor Barbara Steele, Surrey Mayor John Becker, Pitt Meadows Councillor Mary-Ann Booth, West Vancouver Councillor Adriane Carr, Vancouver Councillor Heather Deal, Vancouver Councillor Sav Dhaliwal, Burnaby Councillor Bonita Zarrillo, Coquitlam
MEMBERS ABSENT: Vice Chair, Chief Bryce Williams, Tsawwassen Mayor Ralph Drew, Belcarra Councillor Charlie Fox, Langley Township Councillor Jim Hanson, North Vancouver District Mayor Lois Jackson, Delta Councillor Gayle Martin, Langley City
STAFF PRESENT: Ralph Hildebrand, General Manager, Legal and Legislative Services/Corporate Counsel Carol Mason, Chief Administrative Officer Genevieve Lanz, Assistant to Regional Committees, Board and Information Services
1. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
1.1 October 5, 2017 Regular Meeting Agenda
It was MOVED and SECONDED That the Aboriginal Relations Committee adopt the agenda for its regular meeting scheduled for October 5, 2017 as circulated. CARRIED
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2.1 July 6, 2017 Regular Meeting Minutes
It was MOVED and SECONDED That the Aboriginal Relations Committee adopt the minutes of its regular meeting held July 6, 2017 as circulated. CARRIED
3. DELEGATIONS No items presented.
4. INVITED PRESENTATIONS
4.1 Lori Simcox, Business Manager, Tsleil-Waututh Nation Economic Development Lori Simcox, Business Manager, Tsleil-Waututh Nation Economic Development, provided members with a presentation on working with the Tsleil-Waututh Nation and Aboriginal procurement.
In response to questions, members were informed about training and employment opportunities arising from partnerships, composition of Tsleil- Waututh business entities, and Aboriginal procurement policies in public and private sectors.
Presentation material titled “Working with the Tsleil-Waututh Nation and Aboriginal Procurement Benefits” is retained with the October 5, 2017 Aboriginal Relations Committee Agenda.
5. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEE OR STAFF
5.1 2018 Budget and Annual Work Plan – Aboriginal Relations Report dated September 28, 2017 from Ralph G. Hildebrand, General Manager, Legal and Legislative Services/Corporate Solicitor, presenting the 2018 Aboriginal Relations Budget and Annual Work Plan for consideration by the Aboriginal Relations Committee.
5.2 2018–2022 Aboriginal Relations Financial Plan Report dated September 28, 2017 from Ralph G. Hildebrand, General Manager, Legal and Legislative Services/Corporate Solicitor, presenting the 2018-2022 Aboriginal Relations Financial Plan for consideration by the Aboriginal Relations Committee.
Members were provided with a presentation related to Item 5.1 on the 2018 Budget and Annual Work Plan and Item 5.2 on the 2018-2022 Financial Plan.
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Presentation material titled “Aboriginal Relations – 2018 Budget and 2018-2022 Financial Plan” related to Item 5.1 and Item 5.2, is retained with the October 5, 2017 Aboriginal Relations Committee agenda.
The Committee considered the recommendations presented in Items 5.1 and 5.2 together at this point.
It was MOVED and SECONDED That the Aboriginal Relations Committee endorse the: a) 2018 Budget and Annual Work Plan associated with Aboriginal Relations as presented in the report “2018 Budget and Annual Work Plan – Aboriginal Relations”, dated September 28, 2017, and forward them to the Board Budget Workshop on October 20, 2017 for consideration; and b) 2018-2022 Aboriginal Relations Financial Plan as presented in the report “2018-2022 Aboriginal Relations Financial Plan”, dated September 28, 2017, and forward it to the Board Budget Workshop on October 20, 2017 for consideration. CARRIED
5.3 2017 Community to Community Forum Report dated September 6, 2017 from Marino Piombini, Supervisor, Aboriginal Relations, Legal and Legislative Services, providing the Aboriginal Relations Committee with information on the 2017 Community to Community Forum.
Members were provided with a video presentation on the 2017 Community to Community Forum in Tsawwassen. The video is not retained with the October 5, 2017 Aboriginal Relations Committee agenda.
It was MOVED and SECONDED That the MVRD Board receive for information the report, dated September 6, 2017, titled “2017 Community to Community Forum.” CARRIED
5.4 Quarterly Report on Reconciliation Activities Report dated September 25, 2017 from Marino Piombini, Supervisor, Aboriginal Relations, Legal and Legislative Services, providing the Aboriginal Relations Committee with a quarterly report on regional and local reconciliation activities and opportunities.
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5.5 Manager’s Report Report dated September 22, 2017 from Ralph G. Hildebrand, General Manager, Legal and Legislative Services/Corporate Solicitor, updating the Aboriginal Relations Committee on the new provincial Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation, the federal department of Indian and Northern Affairs Canada division into two ministerial portfolios, and British Columbia Treaty Commission’s 2017 Annual Report.
It was MOVED and SECONDED That the Aboriginal Relations Committee receive for information the report dated September 22, 2017, titled “Manager’s Report.” CARRIED
6. INFORMATION ITEMS No items presented.
7. OTHER BUSINESS No items presented.
8. BUSINESS ARISING FROM DELEGATIONS No items presented.
9. RESOLUTION TO CLOSE MEETING
It was MOVED and SECONDED That the Aboriginal Relations Committee close its regular meeting scheduled for October 5, 2017 pursuant to the Community Charter provisions, Section 90 (1)(i) and (m) as follows: “90 (1) A part of the meeting may be closed to the public if the subject matter being considered relates to or is one or more of the following: (i) the receipt of advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose; (m) a matter that, under another enactment, is such that the public may be excluded from the meeting.” CARRIED
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It was MOVED and SECONDED That the Aboriginal Relations Committee adjourn its regular meeting of October 5, 2017. CARRIED (Time: 2:24 p.m.)
______Genevieve Lanz, Barbara Steele, Chair Assistant to Regional Committees
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5.1
To: Aboriginal Relations Committee
From: Ralph G. Hildebrand, General Manager, Legal and Legislative Services/Corporate Solicitor
Date: January 8, 2018 Meeting Date: February 1, 2018
Subject: 2018 Aboriginal Relations Committee Priorities and Work Plan
RECOMMENDATION That the Aboriginal Relations Committee endorse the work plan as presented in the report dated January 8, 2018 titled “2018 Aboriginal Relations Committee Priorities and Work Plan.”
PURPOSE To provide the Aboriginal Relations Committee with the priorities and work plan for the year 2018.
BACKGROUND At its October 5, 2017 meeting, the Aboriginal Relations Committee endorsed the 2018 Budget and Work Plan and 2018-2022 Aboriginal Relations Financial Plan for the Aboriginal Relations function, which served as the basis the 2018 Budget approved by the MVRD Board on October 27, 2017. The 2018 Budget and Work Plan included a list of key actions that has been used to develop the Aboriginal Relations Committee’s work plan presented in this report.
The work plan presented in this report is consistent with the Aboriginal Relations Committee’s terms of reference (Attachment 2) and with the Board Strategic Plan and is being brought forward for the Committee’s information and endorsement.
2018 WORK PLAN The Aboriginal Relations Committee is the standing committee of the Metro Vancouver Board that provides advice and recommendations on policies, bylaws, plans, programs, budgets and issues related to the Aboriginal Relations Committee function.
Key actions in the 2018 work plan for the Committee are described below and listed according to the Committee responsibilities in its Terms of Reference.
• Appoint local government representatives to the Katzie and Tsleil-Waututh treaty negotiation tables. • Appoint a representative to the UBCM Indigenous Relations Committee. • Appoint an observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee. • Provide updates, when available, on federal and provincial legislative initiatives in relation to local government interests (e.g. Bill C-262, Aboriginal self-governance, Renewed Federal Comprehensive Land Claims Policy, etc.). • Liaise with UBCM Indigenous Relations Committee (with updates as needed and when available).
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• Participate in active treaty table meetings in the region as part of the provincial negotiating teams. • Provide quarterly progress reports on both treaty negotiations and reconciliation activities. • Complete an annual review/update of “Metro Vancouver’s Profile of First Nations” document. • Co-host an event with First Nations’ elected leaders (e.g. Community to Community Forum, workshop, etc.). • Host an event involving staff from First Nations and local government administrations (e.g. to discuss First Nation engagement). • Review the 2019 Aboriginal Relations budget.
The 2018 work plan for the Aboriginal Relations Committee is provided in Attachment 1, including the expected time frame for reports to this Committee. The Committee will be updated on the status of the actions and projects in this work plan on a quarterly basis as per the Committee’s schedule.
ALTERNATIVES 1. That the Aboriginal Relations Committee endorse the work plan as presented in the report dated January 8, 2018, titled “2018 Aboriginal Relations Committee Priorities and Work Plan.” 2. That the Aboriginal Relations Committee endorse the work plan as presented in the report dated January 8, 2018, titled “2018 Aboriginal Relations Committee Priorities and Work Plan” with the amendments provided at the Aboriginal Relations Committee’s February 1, 2018 meeting.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS The priorities in the 2018 work plan of the Aboriginal Relations Committee are consistent with the 2018 Budget approved by the MVRD Board on October 27, 2017 and with key actions included in the 2018 Budget and Work Plan.
SUMMARY / CONCLUSION The work plan presented in this report conveys the priorities for the Aboriginal Relations Committee in 2018 and is consistent with its terms of reference and the 2018 Budget approved by the MVRD Board. Staff recommends that Alternative 1 be approved.
Attachments: 1. Aboriginal Relations Committee 2018 Work Plan 2. Aboriginal Relations Committee Terms of Reference
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Aboriginal Relations Committee 2018 Work Plan Report Date: January 8, 2018
Priorities 1st Quarter Status Invited presentation on BC Treaty Committee’s 2017 Annual Report In Process Invited presentation on Indigenous homelessness In Process Appoint local government representatives to the Katzie and Tsleil-Waututh treaty In Process tables Appoint a representative to the UBCM First Nations Relations Committee In Process Appoint an observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee In Process Provide updates, as and when available, on federal and provincial legislative In Process initiatives in relation to local government interests Liaise with the UBCM Indigenous Relations Committee In Process Provide a quarterly progress report in treaty negotiations In Process Provide updates, as and when available, on reconciliation activities In Process Update Metro Vancouver’s Profile of First Nations In Process 2nd Quarter Host an event for local government representatives on the Municipal Technical Pending Advisory Committee Provide updates, as and when available, on federal and provincial legislative Pending initiatives in relation to local government interests Liaise with the UBCM Indigenous Relations Committee Pending Provide quarterly progress reports in treaty negotiations Pending Provide updates, as and when available, on reconciliation activities Pending 3rd Quarter Co-host an event involving First Nation elected leaders (e.g. Community to In Process Community Forum) Provide updates, as and when available, on federal and provincial legislative Pending initiatives in relation to local government interests Liaise with the UBCM Indigenous Relations Committee Pending Provide quarterly progress reports in treaty negotiations Pending Provide updates, as and when available, on reconciliation activities Pending 4th Quarter Invited presentation on progress at treaty tables (provincial treaty teams) Pending Liaise with the UBCM Indigenous Relations Committee Pending Provide quarterly progress reports in treaty negotiations Pending Provide updates, as and when available, on federal and provincial legislative Pending initiatives in relation to local government interests Provide updates, as and when available, on reconciliation activities Pending Review the 2019 Aboriginal Relations budget Pending
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ATTACHMENT 2
Aboriginal Relations Committee Terms of Reference
The Aboriginal Relations Committee is the standing committee of the Metro Vancouver Board that provides advice and recommendations on policies, plans, programs, budgets and issues related to treaty negotiations and the broader Aboriginal Relations function.
Committee Responsibilities Within the scope of the Board Strategic Plan, First Nations Strategy, and Metro Vancouver Financial Plan, the Committee provides guidance and oversight to staff on the implementation of the annual work plans and business plans that govern the Aboriginal Relations service. Among its responsibilities, the Committee is responsible for: • Understanding and providing advice on the implications for Metro Vancouver of First Nations’ land claims, interests, and rights and titles, as well as on the implications for Metro Vancouver of decisions taken by the courts, and positions or initiatives taken of other orders of government; and • Initiating and engaging in programs and activities that strengthen relationships between Metro Vancouver and First Nations within the region, and between member municipalities and First Nations. Over the course of its work, the Aboriginal Relations Committee may, from time to time, convene a pan-municipal discussion to address specific local issues.
Committee Membership and Meetings The Chair, Vice-Chair and members are appointed annually by the Chair of the Metro Vancouver Board. The Committee meets quarterly and holds special meetings as required. A quorum of 50% plus one of the Committee membership is required to conduct Committee business.
Committee Management The Committee Chair, or in the absence of the Chair the Vice-Chair, is the chief spokesperson on matters of public interest within the Committee’s purview. For high profile issues the role of spokesperson rests with the Metro Vancouver Board Chair or Vice-Chair. On technical matters or in cases where an initiative is still at the staff proposal level, the Chief Administrative Officer or a senior staff member is the appropriate chief spokesperson. Where necessary and practical, the Board Chair, Committee Chair and Chief Administrative Officer confer to determine the most appropriate representative to speak.
The Chief Administrative Officer assigns a Committee Manager for the Committee. The Committee Manager is responsible for coordinating agendas and serves as the principal point of contact for Committee members.
Aboriginal Relations Committee 5.2
To: Aboriginal Relations Committee
From: Ralph G. Hildebrand, General Manager, Legal and Legislative Services/Corporate Solicitor
Date: January 8, 2018 Meeting Date: February 1, 2018
Subject: Appointment of the 2018 Local Government Treaty Table Representatives to the Katzie and Tsleil-Waututh Negotiations
RECOMMENDATION That the MVRD Board appoint: a) ______as the local government treaty table representative to the Katzie negotiations for 2018. b) ______as the local government treaty table representative to the Tsleil- Waututh negotiations for 2018.
PURPOSE To nominate local government treaty table representatives to the Katzie and Tsleil-Waututh negotiations for 2018.
BACKGROUND To ensure ongoing and effective local government representation in treaty negotiations, treaty table representatives for the Katzie and Tsleil-Waututh negotiation tables need to be nominated for 2018.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Union of BC Municipalities and the Ministry of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation (Attachment 1) was renewed at the September 2015 UBCM Convention in Vancouver. The MOU commits the parties to work together on matters related to First Nations, including a process for local government participation in the negotiation and implementation of treaties. Under the renewed MOU, local governments located within a specific First Nation’s Statement of Intent (SOI) area, can collectively determine how they wish to be organized to participate in active treaty negotiations and select table representatives to participate in the area treaty negotiations as part of the provincial negotiation teams.
Given the complexity of treaty issues and benefits of continuity and direct discussions with the Aboriginal Relations Committee, Metro Vancouver’s practice, as established by the Board Chair, is to have the treaty table representative be a member who is already serving on the Aboriginal Relations Committee and whose jurisdiction is within the First Nation’s SOI claim area (Attachments 2 and 3).
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LOCAL GOVERNMENT TREATY TABLE APPOINTMENTS In 2017, these two treaty tables were represented by the following jurisdictions:
TREATY TABLE LOCAL GOVERNMENT JURISDICTION Katzie City of Surrey Tsleil-Waututh District of North Vancouver
Given the composition of the 2018 Aboriginal Relations Committee, only the following eight (8) local government jurisdictions, whose boundaries are located within the Katzie Statement of Intent (SOI) area (i.e. traditional territory), are eligible to represent local government interests at the Katzie treaty table:
Jurisdictions Eligible to Represent Local Government Interests at the Katzie Treaty Table Burnaby Coquitlam Delta Langley City Langley Township Maple Ridge Pitt Meadows Surrey
At the treaty table, the Katzie First Nation has indicated a strong preference and need for continuity of representation and satisfaction with the current local government representative.
At the Tsleil-Waututh treaty table, only the following six (6) local government jurisdictions, whose boundaries are located within the Tsleil-Waututh Statement of Intent (SOI) area (i.e. traditional territory), are eligible to represent local government interests:
Jurisdictions Eligible to Represent Local Government Interests at the Tsleil-Waututh Treaty Table Belcarra Burnaby Coquitlam North Vancouver District Vancouver West Vancouver
If there is only one Committee member from a local government jurisdiction potentially affected by the respective First Nation(s) and particular table who is interested in becoming a local government treaty table representative to that particular table, then the Committee may wish to endorse that member for appointment by the Board.
If, on the other hand, more than one Committee member from potentially affected local government jurisdictions are nominated and wish to be considered for the role of treaty table representative at a particular treaty table (Attachment 4) then, pursuant to the terms of the MOU, Metro Vancouver will facilitate the appointment process by sending correspondence to those jurisdictions affected by the Appointment of the 2018 Local Government Treaty Table Representatives to the Katzie and Tsleil-Waututh Negotiations Aboriginal Relations Committee Meeting Date: February 1, 2018 Page 3 of 4
respective Katzie (Attachment 5) and/or Tsleil-Waututh (Attachment 6) areas, with a list of the interested candidates from the Committee and asking the municipalities to select their preferred candidate. The preferred candidate endorsed by the municipalities must be a member of the committee, and be one of the candidates nominated by a member of the Committee.
In addition, in accordance with the terms of the MOU between BC and UBCM and as per the requirements placed upon local governments under the Community Charter, confidential information/updates reported out at the treaty tables only appear in closed meetings of the Aboriginal Relations Committee and can only be reported out or shared with the respective municipal councils on an in-camera basis.
Furthermore, a recommendation from the Aboriginal Relations Committee is required at each Committee meeting on whether the non-voting elected representatives from the neighbouring regional districts will be able to observe the proceedings during those closed Committee meetings.
ALTERNATIVES 1. That the GVRD Board appoint ______as the local government treaty table representative to the Katzie negotiations for 2018, and ______as the local government treaty table representative to the Tsleil-Waututh negotiations for 2018. 2. That the Board facilitate a process for appointing local government treaty table representatives for 2018 by canvassing local governments affected by the respective Katzie and Tsleil-Waututh Statement of Intent areas.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS If the Board reappoints representatives to the Katzie and Tsleil-Waututh tables, the financial implications are modest. At the current pace, 4 or 5 meetings may be held in 2018 at the Katzie treaty table. Expenses incurred relate to honoraria and staff time to attend meetings. Some Tsleil-Waututh treaty table meetings are held in Victoria so additional expenses are incurred for travel and accommodation. However, no Tsleil-Waututh treaty table meetings are currently scheduled for 2018. The costs of representation at the treaty tables have been included in the 2018 budget.
SUMMARY / CONCLUSION To ensure ongoing and effective local government representation in treaty negotiations, and to ensure continuity of representation at the treaty tables and help Metro Vancouver foster relations with these First Nations, local government representatives for the Katzie and Tsleil-Waututh negotiation tables need to be nominated for 2018. Alternative 1 is, therefore, recommended: That the GVRD Board appoint ______as the local government treaty table representative to the Katzie negotiations for 2018, and ______as the local government treaty table representative to the Tsleil-Waututh negotiations for 2018.
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Attachments: 1. Memorandum of Understanding between the Province of British Columbia and Union of British Columbia Municipalities on Local Government Participation and the New Relationship with First Nations, September 21, 2015 (24154171) 2. Statement of Intent (map): Traditional Territory Boundary, Katzie Indian Band (24154170) 3. Statement of Intent (map): Traditional Territory Boundary, Tsleil-Waututh Nation (24152802) 4. The Roles and Responsibilities of Table Representatives (24155200) 5. Local Government Jurisdictions within the Katzie Statement of Intent Area (24155667) 6. Local Government Jurisdictions within the Tsleil-Waututh Statement of Intent Area (24153303)
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Aboriginal Relations Committee Aboriginal Relations Committee Aboriginal Relations Committee ATTACHMENT 2
Whistler.!
Produced by the BC Treaty Commission
Statement of Intent Traditional Territory Boundary Katzie Indian Band
Squamish .!
Lions Bay .! ± Gibsons .! North Vancouver .! Port Moody Vancouver Burnaby .! .! Maple Ridge New Westminster.! Coquitlam.! .! Richmond .! Mission Chilliwack .! Surrey .! .! .! Langley (City) Delta .! Abbotsford .! White Rock .! .! This map represents approximate boundary of the traditional territory Washington State described in the First Nation Statement of Intent. The boundary is for illustrative purposes only, and may be updated in the future. Kilometers 0 2 4 6 8
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Produced by the BC Treaty Commission
Statement of Intent Traditional Territory Boundary Tsleil-Waututh Nation Squamish .! ± Lions Bay .!
Gibsons .!
North Vancouver .! Port Moody Vancouver .! .! Burnaby Coquitlam .! .! Maple Ridge New Westminster .! This map represents approximate .! boundary of the traditional territory Richmond described in the First Nation .! Surrey Statement of Intent. The boundary is .! for illustrative purposes only, and may be updated in the future. Kilometers 0 1 2 3 4
Aboriginal Relations Committee ATTACHMENT 4
The Roles and Responsibilities of Table Representatives
Provide information to the Aboriginal Relations Committee from the Treaty Table
1. Attend Metro Vancouver’s Aboriginal Relations Committee meetings, engage in discussion, and record outcomes.
2. Provide regular verbal information reports on table activities.
3. Provide advice and commentary on emerging issues.
4. Complete and circulate issue tracking reports.
5. Provide regular written information reports and related documentation for circulation to the Aboriginal Relations Committee
6. Regularly forward original table documentation to keep the master record updated.
7. Forward technical and other information requests from the treaty table to the Aboriginal Relations Committee for action.
8. Develop a personal information records system for table specific documentation.
9. Adhere to all confidentiality requirements.
Provide information from the Aboriginal Relations Committee to the Treaty Table (via BC negotiators)
1. Attend table meetings, engage in discussion, and record outcomes.
2. Keep informed on treaty issues and aboriginal relations.
3. Represent member local government interests.
4. Provide advice and commentary from a community perspective on issues impacting local government interests.
5. Report back on technical and other information requested by the treaty table.
6. Develop personal information records system for table specific documentation.
Aboriginal Relations Committee ATTACHMENT 5
Local Government Jurisdictions within the Katzie Statement of Intent Area
· Burnaby
· Coquitlam
· Delta
· Metro Vancouver (Electoral Area A)
· Langley City
· Langley Township
· Maple Ridge
· New Westminster
· Pitt Meadows
· Port Coquitlam
· Richmond
· Surrey
· White Rock
Aboriginal Relations Committee ATTACHMENT 6
Local Government Jurisdictions within the Tsleil-Waututh Statement of Intent Area
· Anmore
· Belcarra
· Burnaby
· Coquitlam
· Metro Vancouver (Electoral Area A)
· New Westminster
· North Vancouver City
· North Vancouver District
· Port Coquitlam
· Port Moody
· Vancouver
· West Vancouver
Aboriginal Relations Committee 5.3
To: Aboriginal Relations Committee
From: Ralph G. Hildebrand, General Manager, Legal and Legislative Services/Corporate Solicitor
Date: January 8, 2018 Meeting Date: February 1, 2018
Subject: Appointment of Metro Vancouver’s 2018 Representative to the UBCM Indigenous Relations Committee
RECOMMENDATION That the MVRD Board appoint the Chair or Vice-Chair of Metro Vancouver’s Aboriginal Relations Committee to the Union of British Columbia Municipalities’ (UBCM) Indigenous Relations Committee for 2018.
PURPOSE To appoint a Metro Vancouver representative to UBCM’s Indigenous Relations Committee for 2018.
BACKGROUND UBCM’s Indigenous Relations Committee, comprised of five (5) elected representatives from across the province, oversees all policy development work related to aboriginal issues, including treaty negotiations, self-government, and taxation. The Committee’s role is to focus on relationship- building between First Nations and local governments through best practices and initiatives such as the Community to Community Forum program.
Metro Vancouver has had representation on the UBCM Indigenous Relations Committee since 2012. Prior to 2012, the former Lower Mainland Treaty Advisory Committee (LMTAC) had appointed a representative on behalf of local governments in the Lower Mainland.
In May 2012, the UBCM President conveyed the results of deliberations of the President’s Committee on the matter of the appointment by Metro Vancouver to the UBCM Indigenous Relations Committee. The following motion was put forward to the UBCM Executive and endorsed:
That the Executive approve the appointment of the Chair or Vice-Chair of Metro Vancouver’s Aboriginal Relations Committee to the UBCM First Nations Relations Committee.
As a result of the above motion, only the Chair or Vice-Chair of the Aboriginal Relations Committee may be considered for appointment to the UBCM Indigenous Relations Committee.
ALTERNATIVES 1. That the GVRD Board appoint the Chair or Vice-Chair of the Aboriginal Relations Committee as Metro Vancouver’s representative to the UBCM Indigenous Relations Committee for 2018. Appointment of Metro Vancouver’s 2018 Representative to the UBCM Indigenous Relations Committee Aboriginal Relations Committee Meeting Date: February 1, 2018 Page 2 of 2
2. That the GVRD Board decline to appoint a representative as there is no requirement to appoint a member to UBCM’s Indigenous Relations Committee, and provide alternative direction to staff.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS If the Board appoints a representative to the UBCM Indigenous Relations Committee, the financial implications are minimal; the only financial considerations are the members’ honoraria for attending approximately five (5) or six (6) meetings per year. On occasion, as meetings are held in Victoria, additional expenses may be incurred for travel and accommodation. Metro Vancouver staff does not attend UBCM Indigenous Relations Committee meetings, and any assistance provided by staff in support of this initiative is minimal. The expected costs of representation has been included in the budget for 2018.
If the Board declines to appoint a representative, Metro Vancouver will not have input into the Committee discussions that take place on matters relating to local governments and First Nations, such as servicing, provincial and federal legislation, treaty negotiations, and aboriginal relations, and will not have the opportunity for contact with the Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation or Ministry staff on these important issues.
SUMMARY / CONCLUSION The appointment of a representative to the UBCM Indigenous Relations Committee will ensure that their inter-agency relations are sustained and that Metro Vancouver will have representation and input on discussions affecting local government-First Nations relations. The appointment involves building relationships with other local governments in other regions of the province that are also addressing local government-First Nations relations. Therefore, Alternative 1 is recommended.
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5.4
To: Aboriginal Relations Committee
From: Ralph G. Hildebrand, General Manager, Legal and Legislative Services/Corporate Solicitor
Date: January 8, 2018 Meeting Date: February 1, 2018
Subject: Appointment of a Metro Vancouver Observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee for 2018
RECOMMENDATION That the MVRD Board appoint ______as the Metro Vancouver Aboriginal Relations Committee observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee meetings for 2018.
PURPOSE To recommend that the Board appoint an observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee (FVARC) meetings for 2018.
BACKGROUND The FVARC currently participates in treaty negotiations at the Yale Nation, In-SHUCK-ch Nation, and Sto:lo Xwexwilmexw Treaty Association treaty tables. The seven Sto:lo communities currently in treaty negotiations are: Aitchelitz, Leq’a:mel, Popkum, Skawahlook, Skowkale, Tzeachten and Yakweakwioose.
FVARC is made up of elected officials, staff and observers who represent the municipalities of the City of Abbotsford, the City of Chilliwack, the District of Mission, the District of Kent, the District of Hope, the Village of Harrison Hot Springs, and the eight electoral areas of the Fraser Valley Regional District (FVRD). A commissioner and staff person from the Cultus Lake Park Board are also appointed as observers. Metro Vancouver has had observer status since 2012. Councillor Bonita Zarrillo (City of Coquitlam) represented Metro Vancouver in 2017.
FVARC and Metro Vancouver local governments have, since, 2000, shared cross-observer representation at one another’s respective public and closed meetings through the former Lower Mainland Treaty Advisory Committee (LMTAC), which ceased to operate in 2012.
Traditionally, because the Katzie Statement of Intent Area crosses into the Fraser Valley, the LMTAC local government representative at the Katzie treaty table was an observer to the FVARC meetings. The Tsleil-Waututh Statement of Intent Area also crosses Metro Vancouver’s boundary and into the FVRD.
Although there is no requirement to share cross-observer status with FVARC, given that both the Tsleil-Waututh and Katzie Statement of Intent Areas include portions of the FVRD communities, and that Sto:lo Xwexwilmexw Treaty Association’s land claims envelope the whole of the Metro Appointment of a Metro Vancouver Observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee for 2018 Aboriginal Relations Committee Meeting Date: February 1, 2018 Page 2 of 2
Vancouver region, and that local governments in Metro Vancouver and Fraser Valley share similar interests in treaty negotiations, there is value in having a member of the Aboriginal Relations Committee appointed as an observer at FVARC meetings in order to share information and have the opportunity to dialogue on issues of mutual interest to both regional districts. FVARC has had an elected representative observe Metro Vancouver’s Aboriginal Relations Committee meetings since 2012.
In recent years, FVARC meetings have been held approximately four (4) times annually and take place at the regional district offices of the FVRD in Chilliwack, BC.
ALTERNATIVES 1. That the MVRD Board appoint ______as the Metro Vancouver Aboriginal Relations Committee observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee meetings for 2018. 2. That the MVRD Board decline to appoint an observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee, and provide alternative direction to staff.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS If the Board appoints a member of the Aboriginal Relations Committee as an observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee meetings for 2018, the financial implications are minimal (i.e. the member’s honoraria for attending approximately four meetings per year). Metro Vancouver staff also participates in the FVARC meetings. The costs of attending the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee meetings have been included in the 2018 budget.
If the Board declines to appoint an observer, Metro Vancouver will not have representation or the opportunity to provide input into discussions of mutual interest that may affect Metro Vancouver and FVRD, such as matters relating to servicing, treaty negotiations, and Aboriginal relations.
SUMMARY / CONCLUSION Metro Vancouver local governments have benefitted from having shared cross-observer representation with local governments within the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee over the past five years. The relationship has proven useful for the opportunity to engage in dialogue and share information on land claims, such as Katzie, Tsleil-Waututh and Sto:lo, as well as other treaty negotiation and local government-First Nations relations issues. This appointment involves building relationships with other local governments within the neighbouring Fraser Valley Regional District that are also addressing local government-First Nations matters.
Alternative 1 is, therefore, recommended: That the MVRD Board appoint ______as the Metro Vancouver Aboriginal Relations Committee observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee meetings for 2018.
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To: Aboriginal Relations Committee
From: Marino Piombini, Supervisor, Aboriginal Relations, Legal and Legislative Services
Date: January 22, 2018 Meeting Date: February 1, 2018
Subject: Metro Vancouver’s Representation at the 2018 National Aboriginal Day and Related Events
RECOMMENDATION That the MVRD Board approve Metro Vancouver’s representation at the 2018 National Aboriginal Day event proposed in the report, dated January 22, 2018, titled “Metro Vancouver’s Representation at the2018 National Aboriginal Day and Related Events.”
PURPOSE To seek the Board’s approval for Metro Vancouver’s representation at the 2018 National Aboriginal Day and related events.
BACKGROUND National Aboriginal Day takes place annually on June 21, marking an opportunity for communities throughout Canada to recognize and celebrate the diverse traditions and cultures of aboriginal people. There are more than 100 events held each year in British Columbia on and around June 21.
The Aboriginal Relations Committee is the standing committee of the Metro Vancouver Board that, working within the scope of the Board Strategic Plan, First Nations Strategy and Metro Vancouver Financial Plan, provides advice and recommendations on policies, plans, budgets and issues related to treaty negotiations and the broader Aboriginal Relations function. Among its responsibilities, the Committee is responsible for: • Initiating and engaging in programs and activities that strengthen relationships between Metro Vancouver and First Nations within the region, and between member municipalities and First Nations.
If Metro Vancouver wishes to participate in the largest National Aboriginal Day event in BC, it must submit an application by May 1, 2018.
PROPOSED REPRESENTATION AT THE 2018 NATIONAL ABORIGINAL DAY EVENT Within the Metro Vancouver region the largest National Aboriginal Day event in BC is celebrated at Trout Lake in Vancouver. It is an all-day event which takes place on June 21. It begins at Vancouver Aboriginal Friendship Centre located at 1607 East Hastings Street with a pancake breakfast at 9am followed by a friendship walk along Commercial Drive from the Centre to Trout Lake at 11am. Trout Lake events include: a stage with musical entertainment; a teepee village with activities for children and Powwow dancing with a drum group; an arts and crafts fair; a resource fair; and, canoe demonstrations.
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There are many booths at the Trout Lake event set up by arts and crafts vendors, service agencies and various orders of government. The site has limited spaces available, with registrations opening on May 1. The National Aboriginal Day Organizing Committee (NADOC) follows a set of core values that are taken into consideration with each application. Each application allows for 1 table, 2 chairs and a covered area (booth). The individual spots cannot be reserved; there is no access to electricity or power hookups; payments are required within 5 days of application approval or the space will be lost. Vendors are responsible for their own display material.
Metro Vancouver has taken part, upon request, at National Aboriginal Day events hosted by local First Nations (e.g. at Musqueam in 2012 and at Tsawwassen in 2017); however, it has not been represented at the Trout Lake event. Several thousand people from across the region and elsewhere in BC and Canada attend this event. Although the cost is unknown at this time, the fees for vendors/booths is usually nominal.
A Metro Vancouver booth could feature display boards that highlight Metro Vancouver’s programs and services and highlight the work of the Aboriginal Relations Committee and program.
OTHER RELATED EVENTS The 2013 and 2017 Walks for Reconciliation in downtown Vancouver are also significant First Nation events that provided similar opportunities for organizational representation and staff participation, including local and other orders of government, aboriginal service agencies, non-profit organizations, private firms and banking institutions. Approval of this report would also provide for the opportunity for Metro Vancouver to consider taking part in such events in the future.
ALTERNATIVES 1. That the MVRD Board approve Metro Vancouver’s representation at the National Aboriginal Day event proposed in the report, dated January 22, 2018, titled “Metro Vancouver’s Representation at the 2018 National Aboriginal Day and Related Events.” 2. That the MVRD Board receive the report for information.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS Alternative 1 will result in a modest expenditure, including the cost of the application and any display material that may need to be produced. The 2017 Aboriginal Relations budget endorsed by the Board included provisions for a Community to Community Forum event. This Forum was within that budget.
Alternative 2 means that Metro Vancouver will not participate in the Trout Lake or any other 2018 National Aboriginal Day events.
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SUMMARY / CONCLUSION This report proposes Metro Vancouver’s representation at the 2018 National Aboriginal Day and related events at Trout Lake in Vancouver. Metro Vancouver’s participation at such events is consistent with the Aboriginal Relations Committee’s terms of reference as well as the Board’s plans and strategies.
If the Board approves participation but the National Aboriginal Day Organizing Committee (NADOC) declines Metro Vancouver’s application, or if the 2018 event poses other challenges that cannot be addressed as intended, staff will then focus on other possible National Aboriginal Day events, including those hosted by First Nations.
Alternative 1 is the option recommended by staff.
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To: Aboriginal Relations Committee
From: Marino Piombini, Supervisor, Aboriginal Relations, Legal and Legislative Services
Date: January 22, 2018 Meeting Date: February 1, 2018
Subject: Quarterly Report on Reconciliation Activities
RECOMMENDATION That the MVRD Board receive for information the report, dated January 22, 2018, titled “Quarterly Report on Reconciliation Activities.”
PURPOSE To provide the MVRD Board with a quarterly report on reconciliation activities.
BACKGROUND In 2017, the Aboriginal Relations Committee discussed strengthening relationships with local First Nations and exploring opportunities for Committee members to engage in reconciliation activities. The Committee subsequently added a quarterly update on regional and local reconciliation activities and opportunities to its annual work plan.
This report is presented as an information report on reconciliation activities within the Metro Vancouver region.
RECONCILIATION ACTIVITIES On October 30, 2015, the MVRD Board adopted a resolution endorsing the Summary Report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada on Indian Residential Schools, as well as the following objectives: • Liaise with the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions (and by extension Reconciliation Canada); • Raise awareness about Indian Residential Schools; • Provide cultural competency training; and • Strengthen relationships with First Nations.
The above objectives are highlighted in Attachment 1 for each of the listed activities: • Reconciliation events and activities that have been undertaken by Metro Vancouver over the past few months; and • Upcoming opportunities over the next few months for engaging in such activities.
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ALTERNATIVES There are no alternatives to present as this is an information report.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS The various activities identified for 2018 have been included in the Aboriginal Relations budget. There are no additional financial implications with respect to the items identified in this report.
SUMMARY / CONCLUSION This report provides a quarterly update on reconciliation activities involving Metro Vancouver and local governments as per the Committee’s recommendation and for members’ information.
Attachment: Lists of Local and Regional Reconciliation Activities and Opportunities
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Lists of Local and Regional Reconciliation Activities and Opportunities: Activities Undertaken by Metro Vancouver
Objectives Activity/Date Notes Raising Presentation held Aboriginal Relations staff provided a 1-hour Awareness for Metro presentation to 15 Liquid Waste Services Project Vancouver staff on Delivery engineering staff on “Metro Vancouver’s October 11, 2017 policies on engaging with First Nations, including the Board’s amended procurement policy.
Providing Online training One Aboriginal Relations staff member has completed Cultural taken by Metro this free six-week online course, “Reconciliation through Competency Vancouver staff, Indigenous Education” offered by the UBC Office of Training October 17 to Indigenous Education. This course is intended to help December 2, 2017 participants envision how Indigenous histories, perspectives, worldviews, and approaches to learning can be made part of the work we do in classrooms, organizations, communities, and our everyday experiences in ways that are thoughtful and respectful. A full course description is available by clicking on this link.
Raising Lunch and Learn Metro Vancouver Aboriginal Relations organized a Awareness session held on “Lunch and Learn” session for over 70 regional district October 19, 2017 staff and some municipal representatives. Thomas Isaac, a nationally-recognized expert on aboriginal law with the firm Cassels Brock, provided a presentation on the current landscape of aboriginal law and aboriginal rights and title cases.
Strengthen Meeting with Aboriginal Relations staff and staff from Solid Waste Relationships Kwantlen First Services met on Kwantlen’s McMillan Island Reserve, at with First Nations Nation on the request of the First Nation’s Seyem’ Quantlen November 7, 2017 Business Group representatives, to discuss the Generator Levy and Bylaw 181, along with other issues of mutual interest.
Strengthen Meeting with Aboriginal Relations staff coordinated and participated in Relationships Kwikwetlem First a 3-hour technical working group meeting with with First Nations Nation staff on Kwikwetlem First Nation staff representatives to discuss November 22, the status of various regional projects as requested by 2017 the First Nation. Also involved in the meeting were Metro Vancouver staff from various departments, including Regional Parks, Liquid Waste Services and Water Services.
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Strengthen Meeting with Aboriginal Relations staff coordinated and participated in Relationships Tsleil-Waututh a 90-minute meeting with Tsleil-Waututh Nation staff with First Nations Nation on representatives to discuss the status of various regional November 28, projects as requested by the First Nation. Also involved 2017 in the meeting were Metro Vancouver representatives from the CAO’s Office, Liquid Waste Services, Water Services, and Financial Services.
Raising Presentation held Aboriginal Relations staff provided a 2-hour presentation Awareness for Metro to 30 Parks West Area Office staff on “Building Relations Vancouver staff on with Aboriginal Communities.” November 24, 2017
Raising Presentation held Aboriginal Relations staff provided a 1-hour presentation Awareness for Metro to 15 Regional Planning staff on “First Nations in the Vancouver staff on Region, Metro Vancouver’s policies on engaging with December 1, 2017 First Nations, opportunities for building relations with First Nations, including procurement, and training and courses available to regional district staff.
Raising Presentation held Aboriginal Relations staff provided a 90-minute Awareness for the Social presentation to 20 municipal social planners and regional Issues planners on training opportunities available for building Subcommittee of relations with aboriginal communities. the Regional Planning Advisory Committee (RPAC) on December 7, 2017.
Raising Training taken on One Aboriginal Relations staff member attended a 2-day Awareness December 12 and training session provided by the Pacific Business and Law 13, 2017 Institute (PBLI) on “Aboriginal Litigation and Negotiation” held in Vancouver, BC.
Raising Training taken on One Aboriginal Relations staff member attended a 1-day Awareness January 18, 2018 training session provided by the Pacific Business and Law Institute (PBLI) on “First Nations Monitoring” related to archaeological work for construction projects. This session was held in Vancouver, BC
Raising Presentation for a Aboriginal Relations staff is scheduled to provide a 90- Awareness Metro Vancouver minute presentation to 20 staff from the Central Area staff group. Date: Parks Office on building relations with aboriginal January 26, 2018 communities.
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Upcoming Opportunities for Engaging in Reconciliation Activities
Objectives Activity/Date Notes Courses for Metro In the Spring of 2017, Aboriginal Relations and Human Vancouver staff: Resources staff began discussions on training opportunities for Metro Vancouver staff on various Raising 1. “Metro aspects of aboriginal relations. A Training Strategy Awareness Vancouver’s document was approved by senior management in Perspectives on November 2017. Building Relations with In 2018, Metro Vancouver will pilot four courses for Aboriginal targeted regional district staff in need of aboriginal Communities”, awareness and cultural competency training based on (MV Aboriginal their project work that may involve aboriginal people or Relations team) aboriginal interests. February 2, 2018 The target list includes over 120 participants, including senior management, professional, technical and Providing Cultural 2. “Working administrative staff. Competency Effectively with Training Indigenous Each training session will accommodate 25 participants Peoples” based on a first-come, first-served registration process (Indigenous conducted by the Human Resources Department. Corporate Training), For Course 1, Metro Vancouver’s Aboriginal Relations March 15, 2018 staff will provide a 3.5 hour session on “Metro Vancouver’s Perspectives on Building Relations with Raising 3. Archaeology Aboriginal Communities.” Awareness (Golder Associates), For Courses 2, 3 and 4, Metro Vancouver will contract May 10, 2018 external experts to provide full-day training sessions.
Providing Cultural 4. Indigenous Courses 2, 3 and 4 will be offered again in the second half Competency History and of the year. Training Cultural Awareness Depending on staff needs and interests, the courses will (Raven be offered again in the future to other Metro Vancouver Institute), June staff not included on the target list. 28, 2018
Raising Presentation for a Aboriginal Relations staff is scheduled to provide a 90- Awareness Metro Vancouver minute presentation to 11 staff from the Utilities staff group on Resource Management (Biosolids) group on building February 6, 2018. relations with aboriginal communities.
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To: Aboriginal Relations Committee
From: Marino Piombini, Supervisor, Aboriginal Relations, Legal and Legislative Services
Date: January 22, 2018 Meeting Date: February 1, 2018
Subject: Overview of the Aboriginal Population Data from the 2016 Census
RECOMMENDATION That the Aboriginal Relations Committee receive for information the report, dated January 22, 2018, titled “Overview of the Aboriginal Population Data from the 2016 Census.”
PURPOSE To provide the Aboriginal Relations Committee with an overview of the aboriginal population data from the 2016 Census.
BACKGROUND The 2016 census results of aboriginal peoples was released by Statistics Canada on October 25, 2017.
This report provides an overview of the census on aboriginal peoples and aboriginal population data for each local government jurisdiction within the region (Attachment 1).
This report was also presented for information to the Municipal Technical Advisory Committee (MTAC) on Aboriginal Relations at its last meeting on December 6, 2017.
OVERVIEW OF THE ABORIGINAL POPULATION DATA National Overview According to the 2016 census, the population of aboriginals – First Nations, Metis, and Inuk (Inuit) – has continued to grow at a rate faster than the rate of the non-aboriginal Canadian population. In 2016, Canada had 1,673,785 aboriginal people, which represented 4.9% of the population, up from 3.8% in 2006 and 2.8% in 1996. The 2016 population figure was an increase from 1,172,790 recorded in 2006, an increase of 42.7% over the 10-year period – more than four times the rate of growth of the non-aboriginal population.
Some of this increase can be attributed to natural growth caused by improved life expectancies and high fertility rates. However, according to Statistics Canada, the increase is also due to more people self-identifying as aboriginal. Statistics Canada forecasts that in the next 20 years the aboriginal population will likely exceed 2.5 million.
The census results also reveal that the aboriginal population is young. The average age in 2016 was 32.1 years – almost a decade younger than the non-aboriginal population.
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Provincial Overview In British Columbia, the rate of growth of persons identifying themselves as aboriginal increased by 38% since 2006, or three times the rate of growth of the total BC population. BC’s aboriginal population (270,585) represents 5.9% of the province’s total population.
The majority of the aboriginal population in BC belonged to First Nations (63.8%), Metis (33.0%), and Inuk/Inuit (0.6%). Around 2.6% of the aboriginal population in BC in 2016 belonged to multiple aboriginal identities or to an identity not specified elsewhere.
Overview of the Metro Vancouver Region In the Metro Vancouver region, there were 61,455 persons of aboriginal identity in 2016, or 2.5% of the region’s total population, compared to 31,140 in 1996 – a near doubling of the aboriginal population over the 20-year period. By comparison, the non-aboriginal population in the region grew by 32.6% over the same period.
The 2016 census data also reveals that only 5.8% (3,560 people) of aboriginals living in the Metro Vancouver region actually live on Indian reserves. The overwhelming majority of aboriginals (57,895) live off-reserve, within cities across the region.
The City of Vancouver (13,905) and City of Surrey (13,460) had the largest number of aboriginals of all Metro Vancouver jurisdictions, followed by Langley Township (4,310), Burnaby (4,195), Maple Ridge (3,815) and Coquitlam (3,095). Combined, these six municipalities are the home of 42,780 aboriginals, or almost 70% of all aboriginals living in the Metro Vancouver region and represent 73.8% - or three out of four – aboriginals living off-reserve.
The average age of non-aboriginals living in the region in 2016 was 40.8 years, whereas the average age of aboriginals was 33.1 years.
It was noted at the December 6, 2017 MTAC meeting that the data for Indian reserves within the Metro Vancouver region is not complete as there was no reporting for the following Indian reserves: • Barnston Island 3 (Katzie First Nation) • Coquitlam 2 (Kwikwetlem First Nation) • Langley 5 (Kwantlen First Nation) • Musqueam 4 (Musqueam Indian Band) • Whonnock 1 (Kwantlen First Nation)
For these Indian reserves, Statistics Canada deemed that the population data was too unreliable to publish.
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ALTERNATIVES There are no alternatives to present as this is an information report.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS There are no financial implications.
SUMMARY / CONCLUSION This information report provides a brief overview of the aboriginal population data from the 2016 Census released by Statistics Canada, and conveys the results for each of the jurisdictions within the Metro Vancouver region.
Attachment: 2016 Aboriginal Population Census Data for the Metro Vancouver Region
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2016 Aboriginal Population Census Data for the Metro Vancouver Region
Total Population by Aboriginal Aboriginal Groups and Responses Non- Total Multiple Not Total Non- Aboriginal Aboriginal Single First Inuk Aboriginal Elsewhere Aboriginal MUNICIPALITIES Population Population Response Nation Metis (Inuit) Responses Specified Population Anmore 2,210 55 50 25 25 - - - 2,155 Belcarra 595 ------590 Bowen Island 3,670 65 60 60 - - - 10 3,600 Burnaby 230,080 4,195 4,010 2,615 1,365 35 100 85 225,885 Coquitlam 138,090 3,095 2,965 1,665 1,270 35 105 30 134,995 Delta 100,840 2,710 2,625 1,355 1,270 - 50 30 98,130 Electoral Area A 14,285 220 210 160 45 - 10 - 14,065 Langley City 25,315 1,515 1,485 610 855 25 35 - 23,795 Langley Township 115,835 4,310 4,210 1,870 2,320 20 70 30 111,520 Lions Bay 1,385 ------1,385 Maple Ridge 80,970 3,815 3,720 1,950 1,760 10 70 30 77,160 New Westminster 69,905 2,290 2,220 1,320 890 10 35 40 67,615 North Vancouver City 52,185 1,155 1,075 650 415 10 30 50 51,030 North Vancouver District 84,875 1,355 1,315 765 545 10 10 35 83,520 Pitt Meadows 18,425 560 540 265 270 - 20 10 17,860 Port Coquitlam 57,895 1,980 1,920 1,115 805 10 35 25 55,915 Port Moody 33,450 760 730 320 410 - 25 - 32,685 Richmond 196,665 1,595 1,555 915 615 20 10 30 195,065 Surrey 511,540 13,460 13,140 7,335 5,685 115 205 120 498,080 Tsawwassen 750 235 230 210 20 - - 10 515 Vancouver 618,210 13,905 13,440 8,930 4,405 105 260 205 604,305 West Vancouver 41,680 240 220 115 105 - - 15 41,440 White Rock 19,120 560 540 200 325 10 - 20 18,560 INDIAN RESERVES Burrard Inlet 3 1,855 370 360 355 10 - - 10 1,490 Capilano 5 2,910 1,025 1,015 1,005 10 - - 10 1,890 Coquitlam 1 50 55 55 50 - - - - - Katzie 1 265 240 240 235 - - - 10 20 Katzie 2 60 60 55 55 - - - - 10 Matsqui 4 475 25 25 15 - - - - 450 McMillan Island 6 105 90 90 85 - - - - 15 Mission 1 575 520 525 525 - - - - 55 Musqueam 2 1,650 795 790 785 10 - - 10 855 Semiahmoo 120 45 45 45 - - - - 70 Seymour Creek 2 130 100 105 105 - - - 10 25 METRO VANCOUVER REGION 2,426,235 61,455 59,595 35,770 23,425 405 1,065 795 2,364,775
Data Source: Statistics Canada. Data compiled by Metro Vancouver Aboriginal Relations staff.
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To: Aboriginal Relations Committee
From: Ralph G. Hildebrand, General Manager, Legal and Legislative Services/Corporate Solicitor
Date: January 8, 2018 Meeting Date: February 1, 2018
Subject: Manager’s Report
RECOMMENDATION That the Aboriginal Relations Committee receive for information the report dated January 8, 2018 titled “Manager’s Report.”
Squamish Nation Election Results On December 10, 2017, Squamish Nation held its elections for Council and Band Manager. Eight new Councillors, running on a slate of advancing ideas of a younger generation, were elected to the 16- member Squamish Nation council, along with eight incumbent Councillors. Among priorities for the new Councillors is greater consultation of Squamish Nation members in making big decisions, changing election rules to allow mail-in ballots for members living off-reserve and creating more housing for people who want to live on-reserve. The Squamish Nation governance model is unique in that the sixteen elected Councillors elect Co-Chairs of the Council instead of a Chief. A total of 1,350 people cast ballots out of 2,957 eligible voters. Councillors are elected for a four-year term. The Swearing-in Ceremony for the Squamish Nation Band Manager and Chief and Council for the 2017- 2021 term of office took place at the First Nation’s Totem Hall in the Squamish Valley on January 6, 2018.
On December 10, 2017, Squamish Nation voters also elected a new Band Manager, Jennifer Campo, who received a total of 530 votes. The Band Manager position has been voted upon by Squamish Nation voters since 1981, when the governance structure was modified by the First Nation following general meetings and a community referendum.
Looking Ahead: 2018 Community to Community Forum One of the objectives of the Aboriginal Relations Committee is to co-host a Community to Community Forum with a different local First Nation each year. There have been four Community to Community Forums held over the past four years: Katzie (2014), Tsleil-Waututh (2015), Squamish (2016); and Tsawwassen (2017). Metro Vancouver staff are in discussions with another local First Nation interested in co-hosting the 2018 Community to Community Forum. Additional details will be provided to Committee members leading up to or at its next scheduled meeting on May 3, 2018.
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METRO VANCOUVER’S PROFILE OF FIRST NATIONS with Interests in the Region 2018
Aboriginal Relations Committee 4730 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC, V5H 0C6 www.metrovancouver.org
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Introduction______4
First Nations Reserves and Treaty Lands in Metro Vancouver______5
First Nations Located Within Metro Vancouver______6
Katzie First Nation______6
Kwantlen First Nation______8
Kwikwetlem First Nation______10
Matsqui First Nation______12
Musqueam Indian Band______14
Semiahmoo First Nation______16
Squamish Nation______18
Tsawwassen First Nation______20
Tsleil-Waututh Nation______22
First Nations Without Reserve Lands______24
Qayqayt First Nation______24
Hwlitsum First Nation______24
First Nations in the Metro Vancouver Region______25
First Nations, Tribal Councils, Treaty Groups and Associations Located Outside Metro Vancouver with Interests in the Region______26
Did You Know?______27
Aboriginal Relations Committee Metro Vancouver’s Profile of First Nations 3 INTRODUCTION
One of the objectives in Metro Vancouver Board’s Strategic Plan is to “enhance relationships between Metro Vancouver and other orders of government, First Nations and stakeholders.”
This document is a resource guide for building and fostering better local government- First Nation relations. Metro Vancouver Profile of First Nations provides Metro Vancouver, its Board, committees, and the public with information on neighbouring First Nations and First Nations outside Metro Vancouver that have interests within the region.
METRO VANCOUVER’S ABORIGINAL RELATIONS PROGRAM:
• Provides advice, information and support on First Nations’ interests that may affect corporate programs, initiatives and projects
• Responds to pan-municipal First Nation issues
• Represents and supports Metro Vancouver local government interests at treaty negotiation tables and related activities, and
• Provides staff support to the Metro Vancouver Board’s Aboriginal Relations Committee and the Municipal Technical Advisory Committee on Aboriginal Relations (MTAC)
For additional information on Aboriginal Relations, please contact Metro Vancouver: 604.432.6200; [email protected]
4 Metro Vancouver’s Profile of First Nations Aboriginal Relations Committee FIRST NATIONS RESERVES AND TREATY LANDS IN METRO VANCOUVER
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KATZIE FIRST NATION (“Kate-zee”)
Katzie’s five Indian Reserves are located within four different Metro Vancouver jurisdictions: Pitt Meadows, Maple Ridge, Township of Langley, and two Indian Reserves within Metro Vancouver’s Electoral Area ‘A’.
Katzie’s main reserve (Katzie Indian Reserve No. 1) is located in Pitt Meadows. The First Nation has the largest reserve in the region (Pitt Lake I.R. No. 4, 2.18 sq.km.) as well as some of the smallest reserves (Katzie I.R. No. 2, Barnston Island I.R. No. 3, and Graveyard I.R. No. 5, a cemetery).
The name “Katzie”, or q‘eyts’i, describes the action of a person’s foot pressing down on moss.
CONTACT 10946 Katzie Road Pitt Meadows, BC, V3Y 2G6 Tel: 604.465.8961 Fax: 604.465.5949 Email: [email protected] Web: www.katzie.ca
STATUS OF TREATY NEGOTIATIONS Stage 4: Agreement-in-Principle
FIRST NATION OFFICIALS Chief Susan Miller Councillor Rick Bailey Councillor Peter James Councillor Pam McCotter
REGISTERED POPULATION AS OF Total Registered Population 587 DECEMBER 2017* Living on own reserves 304 Living on other reserves 12 Living off reserve 271
INDIAN RESERVES IN MV (HECTARES)* Total: 335.2 Hectares Katzie I.R. No. 1 (43.1) Katzie I.R. No. 2 (23.1) Barnston Island I.R. No. 3 (54.6) Pitt Lake I.R. No. 4 (214) Graveyard I.R. No. 5 (0.4)
REGISTERED POPULATION ON Katzie I.R. No. 1 – 262 RESERVES** Katzie I.R. No. 2 – 40 Barnston Island I.R. No. 3 – 49
* Sources: Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada; Katzie First Nation Web Site; BC Treaty Commission ** Source: Census 2016
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KATZIE STATEMENT OF INTENT
BC Treaty Commission: http://www.bctreaty.ca/sites/default/files/Katzie_SOI_Map.pdf
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KWANTLEN FIRST NATION (“Kwant-len”)
Three of Kwantlen First Nation’s six Indian Reserves are located within the Metro Vancouver region. The other reserves are located within the Fraser Valley Regional District including, Peckquaylis, a Reserve shared with Matsqui First Nation.
The name “Kwantlen” translates into “tireless runners.”
Kwantlen First Nation is affiliated with the Sto:lo Tribal Council.
CONTACT 23690 Gabriel Lane, PO Box 108 Fort Langley, BC, V1M 2R4 Tel: 604.888.2488 Fax: 604.888.2442 Web: www.stolotribalcouncil.ca
STATUS OF TREATY NEGOTIATIONS Sto:lo Negotiations Stage 4: AIP Currently not in treaty negotiations
TRIBAL ASSOCIATION Sto:lo Tribal Council
FIRST NATION OFFICIALS Chief Marilyn Gabriel Councillor Tumia Knott Councillor Leslie Antone
REGISTERED POPULATION AS OF Total Registered Population 295 DECEMBER 2017* Living on own reserves 72 Living on other reserves 36 Living off reserve 187
INDIAN RESERVES IN MV (HECTARES)* Total: 356 Hectares McMillan Island I.R. No. 6 (181) Langley I.R. No. 5 (140.6) Whonnock I.R. No. 1 (34.4)
REGISTERED POPULATION McMillan Island I.R. No. 6 – 94 ON RESERVES** Langley I.R. No. 5 – 0 Whonnock I.R No. 1 – 0
* Sources: Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada; BC Treaty Commission ** Source: Census 2016
8 Metro Vancouver’s Profile of First Nations Aboriginal Relations Committee KWANTLEN FIRST NATION RESERVES
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KWIKWETLEM FIRST NATION (“Kwik-wet-lem”)
Kwikwetlem has two Indian Reserves: Coquitlam I.R. No. 1 is located in Coquitlam, at the mouth of Coquitlam River, where it drains into the Fraser River; and Coquitlam I.R. No. 2 is located further up the Coquitlam River in Port Coquitlam.
The name “Kwikwetlem” means “red fish up the river.”
CONTACT 2-65 Colony Farm Road Coquitlam, BC, V3C 5X9 Tel: 604.540.0680 Fax: 604.525.0772 Email: [email protected] Web: www.kwikwetlem.com
STATUS OF TREATY NEGOTIATIONS Not involved in treaty negotiations
FIRST NATION OFFICIALS Chief Ron Giesbrecht Councillor Fred Hulbert Sr. Councillor Ed Hall
REGISTERED POPULATION AS OF Total Registered Population 111 DECEMBER 2017* Living on own reserves 43 Living on other reserves 4 Living off reserve 64
INDIAN RESERVES IN MV (HECTARES)* Total: 84.5 Hectares Coquitlam I.R. No. 1 (2.6) Coquitlam I.R. No. 2 (81.9)
REGISTERED POPULATION Coquitlam I.R. No. 1 – 54 ON RESERVES** Coquitlam I.R. No. 2 – 0
* Sources: Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada; Kwikwetlem First Nation Web Site; BC Treaty Commission ** Source: Census 2016
10 Metro Vancouver’s Profile of First Nations Aboriginal Relations Committee KWIKWETLEM FIRST NATION RESERVES
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MATSQUI FIRST NATION (“Mats-sqwee”)
Matsqui First Nation has four reserves, as well as another shared with Kwantlen First Nation, but only one is located within Metro Vancouver. Matsqui I.R. No. 4 is in the Township of Langley, where a majority of the First Nation members live.
The name “Matsqui” translates into “easy portage” or “easy travelling.”
Matsqui First Nation is affiliated with the Sto:lo Nation, an alliance of 11 First Nation communities in the Fraser Valley.
CONTACT 31989 Harris Road, PO Box 10 Matsqui, BC, V4X 3R2 Tel: 604.826.6145 Fax: 604.826.7009 Email: [email protected]
STATUS OF TREATY NEGOTIATIONS Sto:lo Negotiations Stage 4: AIP Currently not in treaty negotiations
AFFILIATION Sto:lo Nation
FIRST NATION OFFICIALS Chief Alice McKay Councillor Louis Julian Councillor Brenda Morgan
REGISTERED POPULATION AS OF Total Registered Population 264 DECEMBER 2017* Living on own reserves 98 Living on other reserves 16 Living off reserve 150
INDIAN RESERVES IN MV (HECTARES)* Total: 24.3 Hectares Matsqui I.R. No. 4 (24.3)
REGISTERED POPULATION Matsqui I.R. No. 4 – 471 ON RESERVES**
* Source: Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada ** Source: Census 2016
12 Metro Vancouver’s Profile of First Nations Aboriginal Relations Committee MATSQUI FIRST NATION RESERVE
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MUSQUEAM INDIAN BAND (“Mus-kwee-um”)
Musqueam’s three reserves are located in Vancouver, Richmond and Delta.
Musqueam’s main community is located in the marshy lowlands overlooking the north arm of the Fraser River (in the south-west corner of Vancouver) and the species of grass that once thrived on the foreshore may be the root of the Indian Band’s ancient name, X’muzk’i’um.
CONTACT 6735 Salish Drive Vancouver, BC, V6N 4C4 Tel: 604.263.3261 Fax: 604.263.4212 Web: www.musqueam.bc.ca
STATUS OF TREATY NEGOTIATIONS Stage 4: Currently not in treaty negotiations
FIRST NATION OFFICIALS Chief Wayne Sparrow Councillor Rosalind Campbell Councillor Nolan Charles Councillor Allyson Fraser Councillor Gordon Grant Councillor Howard Grant Councillor Wendy Grant-John Councillor Morgan Guerin Councillor Tammy Harkey Councillor Michele Point Councillor Nora Stogan
REGISTERED POPULATION AS OF Total Registered Population 1,419 DECEMBER 2017* Living on own reserves 675 Living on other reserves 123 Living on no band Crown land 1 Living off reserve 620
INDIAN RESERVES IN MV (HECTARES)* Total: 254.2 Hectares Musqueam I.R. No. 2 (190.4) Musqueam I.R. No. 4 (57.3) Sea Island I.R. No. 3 (6.5)
REGISTERED POPULATION Musqueam I.R. No. 2 – 1,652 ON RESERVES** Musqueam I.R. No. 4 – 10
* Sources: Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada; Musqueam Indian Band Web Site; BC Treaty Commission **Source: Census 2016
14 Metro Vancouver’s Profile of First Nations Aboriginal Relations Committee MUSQUEAM INDIAN BAND RESERVES
Musqueam Indian Band: www.musqueam.bc.ca/sites/default/files/musqueam_regional_soi_with_reserves.pdf
MUSQUEAM DECLARATION
Musqueam Indian Band: www.musqueam.bc.ca/sites/default/files/musqueam_declaration.pdf
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SEMIAHMOO FIRST NATION (“Semi-ah-moo”)
Semiahmoo First Nation has one reserve located in South Surrey.
The Semiahmoo First Nation is named after the Semiamu Indians. The name is said to mean “half moon.”
CONTACT 16049 Beach Road Surrey, BC, V3S 9R6 Tel: 604.536.3101 Fax: 604.536.6116 Web: www.semiahmoofirstnation.org
STATUS OF TREATY NEGOTIATIONS Not involved in treaty negotiations
FIRST NATION OFFICIALS Chief Harley Chappell Councillor Roxanne Charles Councillor Joanne Charles
REGISTERED POPULATION AS OF Total Registered Population 97 DECEMBER 2017* Living on own reserves 50 Living on other reserves 7 Living off reserve 40
INDIAN RESERVES IN MV (HECTARES)* Total: 129.1 Hectares Semiahmoo I.R. (129.1)
REGISTERED POPULATION Semiahmoo I.R. – 120 ON RESERVES**
* Source: Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada **Source: Census 2016
16 Metro Vancouver’s Profile of First Nations Aboriginal Relations Committee SEMIAHMOO FIRST NATION RESERVE
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SQUAMISH NATION (“Squa-mish”)
On July 23, 1923, 16 Squamish-speaking tribes amalgamated to form the Squamish Nation “to guarantee equality to all Squamish and to ensure good government.” *
Today, Squamish Nation is the largest First Nation in the region in terms of the number of Reserves, combined area of Reserves, Registered Indian population, and total member population on its Reserves. Members of the Squamish Nation continue to live primarily at the North Vancouver reserves – Mission, Capilano and Seymour – and at four of nine reserves in the Squamish Valley to the north.
CONTACT PO Box 86131, North Vancouver, BC, V7L 4J5 Tel: 604.980.4553 Fax: 604.980.4523 Web: www.squamish.net
STATUS OF TREATY NEGOTIATIONS Stage 3: Currently not in treaty negotiations
FIRST NATION OFFICIALS Co-Chair Councillor Deborah ‘Debbie’ Baker Co-Chair Councillor Joshua Joseph Councillor Alroy ‘Bucky’ Baker Councillor Orene Askew Councillor Richard ‘Ritchie’ Baker Councillor Brandon Darbyshire-Joseph Councillor/Chief Ian Campbell Councillor Carle George Councillor Deanna Lewis Councillor Jacob Lewis III Councillor Christopher Lewis Councillor Dustin Rivers Councillor Kristen Rivers Councillor Joyce Williams Councillor Wilson Williams Councillor Marcus Wooden
REGISTERED POPULATION AS OF Total Registered Population 4,280 DECEMBER 2017* Living on own reserves 2,237 Living on other reserves 193 Living on no band Crown land 1 Living off reserve 1,849
INDIAN RESERVES IN MV (HECTARES)* Total: 265.1 Hectares Capilano I.R. No. 5 (155.6) Kitsilano I.R. No. 6 (4.4) Mission I.R. No. 1 (59.6) Seymour Creek I.R. No. 2 (45.5)
REGISTERED POPULATION Capilano I.R. No. 5 – 2,931 ON RESERVES** Mission I.R. No. 1 – 576 Seymour Creek I.R. No. 2 – 123
*Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada; Squamish Nation Web Site; BC Treaty Commission **Source: Census 2016
18 Metro Vancouver’s Profile of First Nations Aboriginal Relations Committee SQUAMISH NATION RESERVES
SQUAMISH STATEMENT OF INTENT
BC Treaty Commission: http://www.bctreaty.ca/sites/default/files/Squamish_01_SOI_Map.pdf
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TSAWWASSEN FIRST NATION (“Tsa-wah-sen”)
On April 3, 2009, Tsawwassen First Nation ratified the first urban treaty in British Columbia, thereby reconciling Aboriginal rights and title and fulfilling its right to self-government. The treaty provides Tsawwassen with jurisdiction over its land base of 724 hectares. On that date, Tsawwassen also became a full member of Metro Vancouver (both the Greater Vancouver Regional District and Greater Vancouver Water District).
Tsawwassen Lands are located on the coast overlooking the Strait of Georgia, near the Tsawwassen Ferry Terminal. The name “Tsawwassen” means “facing the sea.”
CONTACT 1926 Tsawwassen Drive Tsawwassen, BC, V4M 4G2 Tel: 604.943.2112 Fax: 604.943.9226 Email: [email protected] Web: www.tsawwassenfirstnation.com
STATUS OF TREATY NEGOTIATIONS Treaty Effective Date: April 3, 2009
TRIBAL ASSOCIATION Naut’sa mawt Tribal Council
FIRST NATION OFFICIALS Chief Bryce Williams Executive Councillor Laura Cassidy Executive Councillor Tanya Corbet Executive Councillor Nikki Jacobs Executive Councillor Andrea Jacobs
REGISTERED POPULATION AS OF Total Registered Population 374 DECEMBER 2017* Living on Treaty Lands 187 Living on other reserves 8 Living off Treaty Lands 179
TREATY LANDS IN METRO VANCOUVER Total: 724 Hectares (HECTARES)
REGISTERED POPULATION ON Tsawwassen Lands – 816 TREATY LANDS**
* Sources: Tsawwassen First Nation Membership Registry; Tsawwassen First Nation Web Site; BC Treaty Commission **Source: Census 2016
20 Metro Vancouver’s Profile of First Nations Aboriginal Relations Committee TSAWWASSEN LANDS
TSAWWASSEN STATEMENT OF INTENT
BC Treaty Commission: http://www.bctreaty.ca/sites/default/files/Tsawwassen_SOI_Map.pdf
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TSLEIL-WAUTUTH NATION (“Slay-wa-tuth”)
Tsleil-Waututh, the “people of the inlet”, live near, but not quite on, Indian Arm looking out across the Burrard Inlet.
Tsleil-Waututh has three reserves. The main community is located on Burrard Inlet I.R. No. 3 in North Vancouver. Tsleil-Waututh Nation’s land base of 110.7 hectares is the second smallest of the First Nations located within Metro Vancouver.
CONTACT 3075 Takaya Drive North Vancouver, BC, V7H 2V6 Tel: 604.929.3454 Fax: 604.929.4714 Web Site: www.burrardband.com
STATUS OF TREATY NEGOTIATIONS Stage 4: Agreement-in-Principle
TRIBAL ASSOCIATION Naut’sa mawt Tribal Council
FIRST NATION OFFICIALS Chief Maureen Thomas Councillor Charlene Aleck Councillor Deanna George Councillor Michelle George Councillor Liana Martin Councillor Jen Thomas
REGISTERED POPULATION AS OF Total Registered Population 596 DECEMBER 2017* Living on own reserves 287 Living on other reserves 49 Living off reserve 260
INDIAN RESERVES IN MV (HECTARES)* Total: 110.7 Hectares Burrard Inlet I.R. No. 3 (108.2) Inlailawatash I.R. No. 4 (0.5) Inlailawatash I.R. No. 4A (2)
REGISTERED POPULATION Burrard Inlet I.R. No. 3 – 1,855 ON RESERVES**
* Sources: Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada; Tsleil-Waututh Nation Web Site; BC Treaty Commission **Source: Census 2016
22 Metro Vancouver’s Profile of First Nations Aboriginal Relations Committee TSLEIL-WAUTUTH NATION RESERVES
TSLEIL-WAUTUH STATEMENT OF INTENT
BC Treaty Commission: http://www.bctreaty.ca/sites/default/files/Tsleil_Waututh_SOI_Map.pdf
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QAYQAYT FIRST NATION (“Key-kite”)
Qayqayt First Nation (New Westminster Indian Band) has the distinction of being one of the smallest First Nations in Canada (in terms of its membership) and does not have a land base.
CONTACT Suite 105 – 3680 Rae Avenue Vancouver, BC, V5R 2P5 Tel: 604.451.0531 Fax: 604.451.9231
STATUS OF TREATY NEGOTIATIONS Not involved in treaty negotiations
FIRST NATION OFFICIALS Chief Rhonda Larrabee Councillor Robert Bandura Councillor Rodney Bandura Councillor Ronald Lee
REGISTERED POPULATION AS OF Total Registered Population 14 DECEMBER 2017* Living on own reserves 0 Living on other reserves 0 Living off reserve 14
* Source: Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada
HWLITSUM FIRST NATION (“Wilt-sum”)
Hwlitsum First Nation claims that its unofficial membership of 300 people includes a Registered Indian Population of 185 members. Although it is currently without Reserve lands, Hwlitsum’s traditional territory encompasses a large portion of the Metro Vancouver region, the Gulf Islands, and a portion of Vancouver Island.
CONTACT To be confirmed when available
STATUS OF TREATY NEGOTIATIONS Stage 2: Currently not in treaty negotiations
FIRST NATION OFFICIALS Chief Lindsey Wilson Councillor Janice Wilson Councillor Jim Hornbrook Councillor Danny Wilson Councillor Jan Wilson
REGISTERED POPULATION AS OF Total Registered Population N.A. DECEMBER 2014* Living on own reserves N.A. Living on other reserves N.A. Living off reserve N.A.
* Source: Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada
24 Metro Vancouver’s Profile of First Nations Aboriginal Relations Committee FIRST NATIONS IN THE METRO VANCOUVER REGION
First Nations Treaty Stage of Current Indian Reserve Indian Reserves Next First Nation within Metro the BC Treaty Membership or TSL Area in in Region/of Council Elections Vancouver Process (Dec 2017) Region (ha) Total Reserves
KATZIE Stage 4: Active 587 335.2 5/5 March 31, 2018 Negotiations
Part of Sto:lo KWANTLEN Tribal Council; not 295 356 3/6 (+ 0.5) N.A. in treaty
Not in the BC KWIKWETLEM 111 84.5 2/2 March 31, 2019 Treaty Process
Part of Sto:lo MATSQUI Nation; 264 24.3 1/4 (+ 0.5) June 30, 2019 not in treaty
Stage 4: not MUSQUEAM 1,419 254.2 3/3 November 30, 2020 negotiating
Not in the BC SEMIAHMOO 97 129.1 1/1 December 27, 2018 Treaty Process
Stage 3: not SQUAMISH 4,280 265.1 4/24 December 10, 2021 negotiating
Treaty First Treaty Lands TSAWWASSEN Nation Treaty: 374 Treaty Lands April 20, 2019 724.0 April 3, 2009
Stage 4: Active TSLEIL-WAUTUTH 596 110.7 3/3 March 31, 2019 Negotiations
Not in the BC QAYQAYT 14 0 0/0 N.A. Treaty Process
Not in the BC HWLITSUM N.A. 0 0/0 N.A. Treaty Process
* Sources: Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada; BC Treaty Commission
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Contact
HUL’QUMI’NUM TREATY GROUP Mr. Al Anderson, Executive Director (representing 6 member First Nations) PO Box 21028 Duncan, BC, V9L 0C2 Tel: 250.245.4660 Fax: 250.245.4668 Web Site: www.hulquminum.bc.ca/news
STO:LO NATION Chief David Jimmie, President (representing 11 member First Nations) Bldg. #8B – 7201 Vedder Road Chilliwack, BC, V2R 4G5 Tel: 604.858.3366 Fax: 604.824.5129 Web Site: www.stolonation.bc.ca
STO:LO TRIBAL COUNCIL Grand Chief Doug Kelly, President (representing 8 member First Nations) 2855 Chowat Road, PO Box 440 Agassiz, BC, V0M 1A0 Tel: 604.796.0627 Fax: 604.796.0643 Web Site: www.stolotribalcouncil.ca
TE’MEXW TREATY ASSOCIATION Chief David Bob, Chairperson (representing 5 member First Nations) 13-D Cooper Road Victoria, BC, V9A 4K2 Tel: 250.360.2202 Fax: 250.360.2206 Web Site: www.temexw.org
TSEYCUM FIRST NATION Chief Tanya Jimmy 1210 Totem Lane Sidney, BC, V8L 5S4 Tel: 250.656.0858 Fax: 250.656.0868 Web Site: www.tseycum.ca
26 Metro Vancouver’s Profile of First Nations Aboriginal Relations Committee DID YOU KNOW?
• In 2016, 1,673,785 individuals in Canada had an Aboriginal Identity1, which represented 4.9% of the nation’s population.2
• In BC, there were 270,585 individuals identifying themselves as Aboriginal, or 5.9% of the province’s population.3
• Only 5.8% (or 3,560 individuals) of those that identify themselves as having an Aboriginal Identity in Metro Vancouver, live on Indian Reserves within the region.4
• Aboriginal Peoples were granted the right to vote in provincial elections in 1947, and in federal elections in 1960.
• National Aboriginal Day is on June 21, the summer solstice and the longest day of the year.
• In many Coast Salish languages, the maple tree is called “paddle tree” as it is the preferred wood for making paddles.
• Status Indians in Canada were not allowed off reserves between 1882 and 1935 unless they showed a pass.
• Aboriginal Peoples used their knowledge of the land to develop safe trails that became the basis for many present highways.
• Aboriginal place names in BC include “Squamish” (mother of winds), “Kamloops” (meeting of water), “Chilliwack” (going back up), “Lillooet” (wild onions), and “Qualicum” *(where you find dog salmon).
• Aboriginal Peoples invented lacrosse and hockey.
1 Aboriginal identity includes persons who reported being an Aboriginal person, including: First Nations (North American Indian), Métis or Inuk (Inuit) and/or those who reported being registered or having Treaty Indian status, under the Indian Act of Canada, and/or those who reported membership in a First Nation or Indian band. Aboriginal peoples of Canada are defined in the Constitution Act, 1982, section 35 (2) as including the Indian, Inuit and Métis peoples of Canada. 2 2016 Census 3 2016 Census 4 2016 Census
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