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GREATER VANCOUVER REGIONAL DISTRICT ABORIGINAL RELATIONS COMMITTEE

REGULAR MEETING

Thursday, February 4, 2016 1:00 p.m.

2nd Floor Boardroom, 4330 Kingsway, Burnaby, British Columbia.

A G E N D A1

1. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA

1.1 February 4, 2016 Regular Meeting AgendaThat the Aboriginal Relations Committee adopt the agenda for its regular meeting scheduled for February 4, 2016 as circulated.

2. ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES

2.1 October 1, 2015 Regular Meeting MinutesThat the Aboriginal Relations Committee adopt the minutes of its regular meeting held October 1, 2015 as circulated.

3. DELEGATIONS

4. INVITED PRESENTATIONS

4.1 Chief Dr. Robert Joseph, O.B.C.Ambassador, Reconciliation Canada, A New Way Forward Society Subject: Overview and Perspectives on the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Final Report

5. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEE OR STAFF

5.1 2016 Aboriginal Relations Committee Work PlanDesignated Speaker: Ralph G. Hildebrand, General Manager, Legal and Legislative Services/Corporate Solicitor That the Aboriginal Relations Committee endorse the work plan contained in the report dated January 25, 2016, titled “2016 Aboriginal Relations Committee Work Plan.”

1 Note: Recommendation is shown under each item, where applicable.

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Aboriginal Relations Committee Agenda February 4, 2016

Agenda of 4

5.2 Appointment of the 2016 Local Government Treaty Table Representatives to the Katzie and Tsleil-Waututh Negotiations Designated Speaker: Ralph G. Hildebrand, General Manager, Legal & Legislative Services/Corporate Solicitor That the Board appoint: a) ____________________ as the local government treaty table representativeto the Katzie negotiations for 2016. b) ____________________ as the local government treaty table representativeto the Tsleil-Waututh negotiations for 2016.

5.3 Appointment of Metro Vancouver’s 2016 Representative to the UBCM First Nations Relations Committee Designated Speaker: Ralph G. Hildebrand, General Manager, Legal & Legislative Services/Corporate Solicitor That the Board appoint the Chair or Vice-Chair of Metro Vancouver’s Aboriginal Relations Committee to the Union of British Columbia Municipalities’ (UBCM) First Nations Relations Committee for 2016.

5.4 Appointment of a Metro Vancouver Observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee Meetings for 2016 Designated Speaker: Ralph G. Hildebrand, General Manager, Legal & Legislative Services/Corporate Solicitor That the Board appoint ____________________ as the Metro Vancouver Aboriginal Relations Committee observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee meetings for 2016.

5.5 2016 Community to Community Forum Designated Speaker: Marino Piombini, Supervisor, Aboriginal Relations, Legal & Legislative Services That the Aboriginal Relations Committee endorses the proposed Community to Community Forum in the report, dated January 25, 2016, titled “2016 Community to Community Forum.”

5.6 Manager’s Report Designated Speaker: Ralph G. Hildebrand, General Manager, Legal & Legislative Services/Corporate Solicitor That the Aboriginal Relations Committee receive for information the report dated January 25, 2016, titled “Manager’s Report.”

6. INFORMATION ITEMS

6.1 Aboriginal Relations Committee – Terms of Reference

6.2 Renewed Federal Comprehensive Land Claims Policy – Metro VancouverCorrespondence dated October 8, 2015, from Ceri Marlo, Corporate Officer, City of Maple Ridge, to the Honourable Bernard Valcourt, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development.

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Agenda of 4

6.3 An Analysis of A New Direction Report on the Renewed Federal Comprehensive Land Claims Policy in Relation to Local Government Interests Correspondence dated October 9, 2015, from Darrell Mussatto, Mayor, The City of North Vancouver, to The Honourable Bernard Valcourt, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada.

6.4 An Analysis of a New Direction Report on the Renewed Federal Comprehensive Land Claims Policy in Relations to Local Government Correspondence dated November 26, 2015, from Derek R. Corrigan, Mayor, City of Burnaby, to Mr. Greg Moore, Board Chair, Metro Vancouver Board.

6.5 Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs Mandate Letter Correspondence dated November 15, 2015 from the Right Honourable Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada, to The Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs.

6.6 Appointment and Truth and Reconciliation Commission Correspondence dated December 17, 2015 from The Honourable Carolyn Bennett, Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs, to Mr. Greg Moore, Chair, Metro Vancouver Board.

6.7 Metro Vancouver’s Profile of First Nations. January 2016.

7. OTHER BUSINESS

8. RESOLUTION TO CLOSE MEETINGNote: The Committee must state by resolution the basis under section 90 of the CommunityCharter on which the meeting is being closed. If a member wishes to add an item, the basismust be included below.That the Aboriginal Relations Committee close its regular meeting scheduled for February 4,2016 pursuant to the Community Charter provisions, Section 90 (1) (m) as follows:“90 (1) A part of a meeting may be closed to the public if the subject matter being

considered relates to or is one or more of the following: (m) a matter that, under another enactment, is such that the public may be

excluded from the meeting.”

9. ADJOURNMENT/TERMINATIONThat the Aboriginal Relations Committee adjourn/conclude its regular meeting of February4, 2016.

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Agenda of 4

Membership: Steele, Barbara (C) – Surrey Read, Nicole (VC) – Maple Ridge Becker, John – Pitt Meadows Booth, Mary-Ann – West Vancouver Dhaliwal, Sav – Burnaby Drew, Ralph – Belcarra Fox, Charlie – Langley Township

Hanson, Jim – North Vancouver District Jackson, Lois – Delta Martin, Gayle – Langley City Meggs, Geoff – Vancouver Williams, Bryce – Tsawwassen Zarrillo, Bonita – Coquitlam

Non-Voting Members: Fraser Valley Regional District Squamish-Lillooet Regional District Sunshine Coast Regional District

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GREATER VANCOUVER REGIONAL DISTRICT ABORIGINAL RELATIONS COMMITTEE

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Greater Vancouver Regional District (GVRD) Aboriginal Relations Committee held at 1:06 p.m. on Thursday, October 1, 2015 in the 2nd Floor Boardroom, 4330 Kingsway, Burnaby, British Columbia.

MEMBERS PRESENT: Chair, Councillor Barbara Steele, Surrey Mayor John Becker, Pitt Meadows (arrived at 1:12 p.m.) Councillor Mary-Ann Booth, West Vancouver Councillor Sav Dhaliwal, Burnaby Mayor Ralph Drew, Belcarra Councillor Charlie Fox, Langley Township Councillor Jim Hanson, North Vancouver District Councillor Gayle Martin, Langley City (arrived at 1:13 p.m.) Councillor Geoff Meggs, Vancouver (departed at 2:19 p.m.) Chief Bryce Williams, Tsawwassen Councillor Bonita Zarrillo, Coquitlam

MEMBERS ABSENT: Vice Chair, Mayor Nicole Read, Maple Ridge Mayor Lois Jackson, Delta

OTHERS PRESENT: Lorne Lewis, Sunshine Coast Regional District ∗

STAFF PRESENT: Ralph Hildebrand, General Manager, Legal and Legislative Services/Corporate Counsel Janis Knaupp, Assistant to Regional Committees, Board and Information Services, Legal and

Legislative Services

1. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA

1.1 October 1, 2015 Regular Meeting Agenda

It was MOVED and SECONDED That the Aboriginal Relations Committee adopt the agenda for its regular meeting scheduled for October 1, 2015 as circulated.

CARRIED

* Non-voting members from Fraser Valley, Squamish-Lillooet and Sunshine Coast Regional Districts do not constitute quorum.

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the GVRD Aboriginal Relations Committee held on Thursday, October 1, 2015 Page 1 of 6

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2. ADOPTION OF THE MINUTES

2.1 July 22, 2015 Regular Meeting Minutes It was MOVED and SECONDED That the Aboriginal Relations Committee adopt the minutes of its regular meeting held July 22, 2015 as circulated.

CARRIED 3. DELEGATIONS No items presented. 4. INVITED PRESENTATIONS

4.1 Celeste Haldane, Acting Chief Commissioner, and Jerry Lampert, Commissioner, BC Treaty Commission (BCTC) Celeste Haldane, Acting Chief Commissioner, BC Treaty Commission (BCTC), provided members with a verbal overview of the status of the BCTC, treaty negotiations and initiatives underway for improving the BC Treaty Process highlighting: BCTC staff; position status of Chief Commissioner; BCTC’s role in treaty negotiations; BCTC’s communications strategy; an overview of active and non-active BC treaty table negotiations; development of a First Nations guidebook on treaty negotiations ; and the First Nations Governance Forum.

1:12 p.m. Mayor Becker arrived at the meeting. 1:13 p.m. Councillor Martin arrived at the meeting.

Jerry Lampert, Commissioner, BC Treaty Commission (BCTC), informed members about the BCTC’s “2014 Annual Report - Recommendation 8: First Nations resolve issues related to overlapping traditional territories among themselves” highlighting: recommendations regarding shared territory disputes; the “Eyford Report”; efforts by federal and provincial governments and the First Nations Summit to explore how to improve the treaty negotiations process and BCTC’s effectiveness; KPMG’s study on economic impact of treaties; and the importance of First Nations reaching treaty in order to achieve long-term economic success. Celeste Haldane further spoke to members about the BCTC’s mandate on First Nations treaty negotiations and the link to First Nations reconciliation efforts. In response to questions, members were informed about: • local elected officials considering reconciliation efforts and acknowledgement

as part of relationship building efforts with First Nations • BCTC resources available to local councils on the treaty process • The T’silhqot’in Nation versus BC decision in terms of recognition of land title,

no overlapping land disputes, and going forward, focus on role off-treaty settlement lands, co-management and jurisdiction off-lands


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The following on-table material is retained with the October 1, 2015 Aboriginal Relations Committee agenda: • “BC Treaty Commission Update Summer/Fall 2015” • BC Treaty Commission Annual Report 2014 – “Recommendation 8: First

Nations resolve issues related to overlapping traditional territories among themselves”

5. REPORTS FROM COMMITTEE OR STAFF

5.1 2016 Business Plan and Budget – Aboriginal Relations Report dated September 25, 2015 from Ralph G. Hildebrand, General Manager, Legal and Legislative Services/Corporate Solicitor, presenting the 2016 Aboriginal Relations Budget and Business Plan for consideration by the Aboriginal Relations Committee. It was MOVED and SECONDED That the Aboriginal Relations Committee endorse the 2016 Aboriginal Relations Business Plan and Budget as presented in the report titled “2016 Business Plan and Budget – Aboriginal Relations”, dated September 25, 2015, and forward them to the Board Budget Workshop on October 21, 2015, for consideration.

CARRIED

5.2 Manager’s Report Report dated September 11, 2015 from Ralph G. Hildebrand, General Manager, Legal and Legislative Services/Corporate Solicitor, updating the Aboriginal Relations Committee on the: Committee’s 2015 Work Plan; Additions to Reserve Policy; Bill S-8, Safe Drinking Water for First Nations Act; Comprehensive Land Claims Policy (Eyford Report); First Nations Fiscal Management Act (FNFMA); engagement with Métis; Hwlitsum First Nation’s claim; and an Analysis of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada Summary Report. Members were provided a presentation on the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s summary report on Indian Residential Schools highlighting the: Indian residential school system in Canada; summary report process; report recommendations; past activities by Metro Vancouver and other regional districts and local governments in support of reconciliation; Community-to-Community Forums; suggested activities local and regional governments may undertake; and recommended options for Metro Vancouver going forward. Discussion ensued about how Metro Vancouver could support report recommendations related to local government in addition to activities proposed by staff in the presentation. Presentation material titled “TRC’s Summary Report on Indian Residential Schools” is retained with the October 1, 2015 Aboriginal Relations Committee agenda.


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It was MOVED and SECONDED That the GVRD Board: a) endorse the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Summary

Report on Indian Residential Schools, and send letters to the Honourable Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada and the Honourable Minister of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation urging them to move forward quickly with report recommendations; and

b) direct staff to report back on how the following proposed Metro Vancouver activities may form the basis of the 2016 Aboriginal Relations Committee Work Plan: • liaise with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission; • raise awareness about Indian Residential Schools; • provide cultural competency training; and • strengthen relationships with First Nations.

CARRIED 2:19 p.m. Councillor Meggs departed the meeting.

It was MOVED and SECONDED That the Aboriginal Relations Committee receive for information the report dated September 11, 2015, titled “Manager’s Report.”

CARRIED 6. INFORMATION ITEMS

6.1 Metro Vancouver Staff Article: “A Meet and Greet Breakfast Gathering.” August 2015

6.2 First Nations Fiscal Management Act

Correspondence dated July 30, 2015 from Bernard Valcourt, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada; correspondence was forwarded to Metro Vancouver via the Federation of Canadian Municipalities.

6.3 BC Treaty Commission Update/Status Report. Summer/Fall 2015 6.4 British Columbia – First Nations Proposed Commitment Document 2015 6.5 News Release Article from Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development

Canada: “Harper Government supports economic development at Tsawwassen First Nation.” July 31, 2015

6.6 Katzie First Nation’s Invitation and Request for a Letter of Support to Secure

Partial Funding to Host Two Community to Community Forums Correspondence dated September 18, 2015 from Greg Moore, Chair, Metro Vancouver Board, addressed to Gary MacIsaac, Executive Director, Union of BC


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Municipalities, regarding a request from the Katzie First Nation for a letter of support to secure partial funding to host two Community-to-Community Forums.

6.7 An Analysis of a New Direction Report on the Renewed Federal Comprehensive

Land Claims Policy in Relation to Local Government Interests Correspondence dated September 18, 2015 from Greg Moore, Chair, Metro Vancouver Board, addressed to the Honourable Bernard Valcourt, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada.

6.8 An Analysis of a New Direction Report on the Renewed Federal Comprehensive

Land Claims Policy in Relation to Local Government Interests Correspondence dated September 18, 2015 from Greg Moore, Chair, Metro Vancouver Board, addressed to Metro Vancouver municipalities.

6.9 News Release Article from Union of BC Municipalities: “UBCM Renews MOU

with MARR.” September 21, 2015 It was MOVED and SECONDED That the Aboriginal Relations Committee receive for information the following Information Items: 6.1 Metro Vancouver Staff Article: “A Meet and Greet Breakfast Gathering.” August

2015 6.2 First Nations Fiscal Management Act 6.3 BC Treaty Commission Update/Status Report. Summer/Fall 2015. 6.4 British Columbia – First Nations Proposed Commitment Document 2015 6.5 News Release Article from Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada:

“Harper Government supports economic development at Tsawwassen First Nation.” July 31, 2015

6.6 Katzie First Nation’s Invitation and Request for a Letter of Support to Secure Partial Funding to Host Two Community to Community Forums

6.7 An Analysis of a New Direction Report on the Renewed Federal Comprehensive Land Claims Policy in Relation to Local Government Interests

6.8 An Analysis of a New Direction Report on the Renewed Federal Comprehensive Land Claims Policy in Relation to Local Government Interests

6.9 News Release Article from Union of BC Municipalities: “UBCM Renews MOU with MARR.” September 21, 2015

CARRIED 7. OTHER BUSINESS No items presented.


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8. RESOLUTION TO CLOSE MEETING It was MOVED and SECONDED That the Aboriginal Relations Committee close its regular meeting scheduled for October 1, 2015 pursuant to the Community Charter provisions, Section 90(2)(b) as follows: “90 (2) A part of a meeting may be closed to the public if the subject matter being

considered relates to or is one or more of the following: (b) the consideration of information received and held in confidence

relating to negotiations between the regional district and provincial government or the federal government or both, or between a provincial government or the federal government or both and a third party.”

CARRIED

9. ADJOURNMENT/TERMINATION

It was MOVED and SECONDED That the Aboriginal Relations Committee adjourn its regular meeting of October 1, 2015.

CARRIED (Time: 2:24 p.m.)

____________________________ ____________________________ Janis Knaupp, Barbara Steele, Chair Assistant to Regional Committees 12009822 FINAL


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5.1 To: Aboriginal Relations Committee From: Ralph G. Hildebrand, General Manager, Legal and Legislative Services /Corporate

Solicitor Date: January 25, 2016 Meeting Date: February 4, 2016 Subject: 2016 Aboriginal Relations Committee Work Plan RECOMMENDATION That the Aboriginal Relations Committee endorse the work plan contained in the report dated January 25, 2016, titled “2016 Aboriginal Relations Committee Work Plan.” PURPOSE To provide the Aboriginal Relations Committee with the priorities and work plan for the year 2016. BACKGROUND At its October 1, 2015 meeting, the Aboriginal Relations Committee endorsed the 2016 Business Plan and Budget for the Aboriginal Relations function, which served the basis for the 2016 Budget approved by the GVRD Board on October 30, 2015. The 2016 Business 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 and with the Board Strategic Plan. 2016 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 function. Key actions in the 2016 work plan for the Aboriginal Relations 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 negotiation treaty tables.

• Appoint a representative to the UBCM First Nations Relations Committee. • Appoint an observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee. • Provide updates, as available, on federal and provincial legislative initiatives in relation to

local government interests (e.g. Policy on Additions to Reserve and Reserve Creation, Bill S-8: The Safe Drinking Water for First Nations Act, Aboriginal self-governance, Renewed Federal Comprehensive Land Claims Policy, etc.).

• Liaise with UBC First Nations 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 treaty negotiations. • Update Metro Vancouver’s Profile of First Nations. • Co-host an event with First Nations’ elected leaders (e.g. Community to Community Forum,

workshop, etc.). • Implement a corporate-wide First Nations communications/engagement process. • Host an event involving staff from First Nation and local government administrations (e.g. to

discuss First Nation engagement). • Review the 2017 Aboriginal Relations budget.

The 2016 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 per the Committee’s schedule. ALTERNATIVES 1. That the Aboriginal Relations Committee endorse the work plan contained in the report dated

January 25, 2016, titled “2016 Aboriginal Relations Committee Work Plan”. 2. That the Aboriginal Relations Committee provide alternative direction to staff.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS The priorities in the 2016 work plan of the Aboriginal Relations Committee are consistent with the 2016 Budget approved by the GVRD Board on October 30, 2015 and with key actions included in the 2016 Business Plans. SUMMARY / CONCLUSION The work plan presented in this report conveys the priorities for the Aboriginal Relations Committee in 2016 and is consistent with its terms of reference and the 2016 Budget approved by the GVRD Board. Staff recommends that Alternative 1 be adopted. Attachment: Aboriginal Relations Committee 2016 Work Plan (13674630) 13674630

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ATTACHMENT 1

Aboriginal Relations Committee 2016 Work Plan Report Date: January 25, 2016 Priorities

1st Quarter Status Invited presentation on Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Final Report In Process Appoint local government representatives to the Katzie and Tsleil-Waututh treaty tables

In Process

Appoint a representative to the UBCM First Nations Relations Committee In Process Appoint an observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee In Process Co-host an event involving First Nation elected leaders (e.g. Community to Community Forum)

In Process

Provide updates, as and when available, on federal and provincial legislative initiatives in relation to local government interests

In Process

Liaise with UBCM First Nations Relations Committee In Process Provide quarterly progress reports in treaty negotiations In Process Update Metro Vancouver’s Profile of First Nations In Process 2nd Quarter Host an event involving staff of First Nation and local government administrations (e.g. to discuss First Nations engagement)

In Process


Pending

Liaise with UBCM First Nations Relations Committee Pending Provide quarterly progress reports in treaty negotiations Pending 3rd Quarter Provide updates, as and when available, on federal and provincial legislative initiatives in relation to local government interests

Pending

Liaise with UBCM First Nations Relations Committee Pending Provide quarterly progress reports in treaty negotiations Pending 4th Quarter Implement a corporate-wide First Nations communications and engagement process

In Process


Pending

Liaise with UBCM First Nations Relations Committee Pending Provide quarterly progress reports in treaty negotiations Pending Review the 2017 Aboriginal Relations budget Pending

Notes:

• Priorities should include relevant key actions from the appropriate 2016 Business Plans in addition to others priorities relevant to the Committee’s work plan.

• In the status column use “pending”, “in process” or “complete”. 13674630

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5.2

To: Aboriginal Relations Committee

From: Ralph G. Hildebrand, General Manager, Legal & Legislative Services/Corporate Solicitor

Date: January 11, 2016 Meeting Date: February 4, 2016

Subject: Appointment of the 2016 Local Government Treaty Table Representatives to the Katzie and Tsleil-Waututh Negotiations

RECOMMENDATION That the Board appoint: a) ____________________ as the local government treaty table representative to the Katzie

negotiations for 2016. b) ____________________ as the local government treaty table representative to the Tsleil-

Waututh negotiations for 2016.

PURPOSE To nominate local government treaty table representatives to the Katzie and Tsleil-Waututh negotiations for 2016.

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 2016.

The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Union of BC Municipalities and the Ministry of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation (Attachment 1) was renewed at the September 2015 UBCM Convention in Vancouver. The MOU recommits 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 team.

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 treaty First Nation’s SOI claim area (Attachments 2 and 3).

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From 2012 to 2015, these two active 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 2016 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 teaty 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, the previous local government treaty table representative resigned from this role near the end of 2015; therefore, a new local government treaty table representative will need to be appointed.

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 at the Tsleil-Waututh table:

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

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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 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.

ALTERNATIVES 1. That the GVRD Board appoint ____________________ as the local government treaty table

representative to the Katzie negotiations for 2016, and ____________________ as the local government treaty table representative to the Tsleil-Waututh negotiations for 2016.

2. That the Board facilitate a process for appointing local government treaty table representativesfor 2016 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 moderate. Approximately 20 meetings are held annually at each 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. The costs of representation at the treaty tables have been included in the 2016 budget

OTHER IMPLICATIONS 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.

In addition, 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.

SUMMARY / CONCLUSION 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 2016.

Further, to ensure the continuity of representation at the treaty tables and help Metro Vancouver foster relations with these First Nations, Alternative 1 is recommended: That the GVRD Board appoint ____________________ as the local government treaty table representatives to the Katzie negotiations for 2016, and ____________________ as the local government treaty table representative to the Tsleil-Waututh negotiations for 2016.

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Attachments and References: 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 (13674824)

2. Statement of Intent (map): Traditional Territory Boundary, Katzie Indian Band (13615796)3. Statement of Intent (map): Traditional Territory Boundary, Tsleil-Waututh Nation (13675242)4. The Roles and Responsibilities of Table Representatives (13630067)5. Local Government Jurisdictions within the Katzie Statement of Intent Area (13628555)6. Local Government Jurisdictions within the Tsleil-Waututh Statement of Intent Area (13495394)

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ATTACHMENT 1

MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING between

THE PROVINCE OF BRITISH COLUMBIA and

THE UNION OF BRITISH COLUMBIA

MUNICIPALITIES on

LOCAL GOVERNMENT PARTICIPATION IN THE

NEW RELATIONSHIP WITH FIRST NATIONS

This Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) replaces three previously signed MOUs and two supporting Protocol Agreements which dealt with local

government participation in treaty negotiations and other activities under the Province' s New Relationship with First Nations, and reflects the spirit and intent of those commitments.

THE PARTIES:

The parties to this MOU are:

• The Province of British Columbia (the Province) as represented by the Ministry of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation (MARR); and

• The Union of British Columbia Municipalities (UBCM) representing all municipalities and regional districts of British Columbia, as well as several post-treaty First Nations.

WHEREAS:

The Parties agree that court decisions have resulted in changes to the way the Crown consults with First Nations with respect to decisions made by the Crown that have the potential to impact Aboriginal rights and title.

The Parties acknowledge that the Province and B.C. First Nations organizations are working together to develop new government-to-government relationships to improve the process of decision making as it relates to land, resources, social, and economic development.

...

The Hon. John Rustad Minister of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation

Murry Krause, Chair First Nations Relations Committee, UBCM

The Parties recognize that local government jurisdictions

may be affected by the negotiation of land, resource and economic development agreements with First Nations. The Parties accept that local government constitutes a unique and special interest in the negotiation of a range of agreements with First Nations including modem treaties and non-treaty land, resource and economic development arrangements.

The Parties acknowledge that local governments endeavour to develop positive working relationships with First Nations neighbours, fostering relationships built on the principles of honesty and respect. This MOU encourages local governments and First Nations to communicate and inform each other about matters of mutual interest.

THEREFORE:

This MOU reflects the development of the relationship between the Parties in response to the evolution of the treaty process and progress made since the New Relationship vision document was developed in 2005, as well as subsequent legal developments. It defines a renewed commitment by the Parties to:

• continue a process for local government participation in the negotiation and implementation of treaties;

• consult and exchange information with local governments on other agreements outside the B.C. treaty process; and

• consult on matters of mutual interest including

those matters that will impact local government jurisdiction .

Sav Dhaliwal, President Union of British Columbia Municipalities

Date

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TOPICS

The Province will share information, consider local government interests and seek advice on matters affecting local government jurisdiction including but not limited to the following:

• Land management and land use planning

• Land selection

• Dispute resolution

• Property taxation

• Environmental assessment and protection

• Local government access to resources for public purposes and access to adjacent lands

• Servicing arrangements

• Regulatory arrangements

• Governmental relations

• Economic development

• Reconciliation efforts and initiatives

CONSULTATION AND INFORMATION SHA.RING PRINCIPLES

The Parties agree to the following principles governing consultation and information sharing:

• flexibility for local government to identify and represent their interests in a way that they consider appropriate to their local circumstances;

• early notice to local government of a matter that may affect local government jurisdiction;

• sufficient information early on and reasonable time for local government to document their interests and views and to provide advice to provincial negotiators and/or provincial representatives;

• due consideration of local government interests, views and advice;

• a response from provincial negotiators/representatives on how local government advice was used; and

• ongoing information exchange between the Province and local government.

DEFINITIONS

The following definitions cover the types of agreements referred to in this MOU:

Treaty: a comprehensive agreement negotiated among B.C., Canada and a First Nation under the B.C. Treaty Commission process that is a full and formal expression of reconciliation between First Nations and the Crown.

Treaty Related Measure (TRM): a temporary arrangement negotiated by B.C., Canada and a First Nation at a negotiation table that is tied directly to treaty topics under negotiation. They are cost-shared between Canada and the Province.

Incremental Treaty Agreement (ITA): a legallybinding, longer term arrangement negotiated at a treaty negotiation table.

An ITA permits the parties to conclude agreements on topics typically addressed under treaty negotiations and to implement the agreement in advance of a final treaty.

Other Agreements: refers to social, land, resource or economic development agreements negotiated between a First Nation and the Province outside the B.C. treaty process that have the potential to impact local government.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES RESPECTING TREATY

NEGOTIATIONS, TREATY-RELATED MEASURES,

INCREMENTAL TREATY AGREEMENTS, AND TREATY

INTERIM MEASURES

The Province

Structure: The Chief Negotiator leads the provincial negotiating team in all aspects of the negotiations and provides direction to all team members.

Information: Provincial negotiators will, in a timely manner, provide their local government representative with table-specific agendas, work plans, documents for discussion and other relevant information.

Consultation: Provincial negotiators will consult and exchange information in a timely manner with potentially impacted local governments on issues considered important by either the Province or the local government, according to the consultation principles stated in this MOU.

Side Tables: Where the local government and First Nation agree, the provincial negotiators will undertake to establish a side table or working group for local government and the First Nation to negotiate and come to agreement on issues related to the future local government-First Nation relationship. The provincial negotiators will give full and fair consideration to results produced and agreements reached by these tables.

Low Activity Tables: Where the level of activity at a treaty table is low, the provincial negotiators will keep local government representatives informed of any developments at the table through regular information updates and exchanges.

Local Government

Role: Local government representatives are members and respected advisors on provincial treaty negotiation teams until a negotiation is concluded and the treaty takes effect.

Treaty Implementation: Prior to the effective date, local government and the Province will discuss local government involvement in treaty implementation and make every effort to come to an agreement that identifies the significant issues of interest to local government and how local government will be involved/informed during the implementation of these issues.

On the effective date, the First Nation and neighbouring local governments will deal directly with each other. Local governments and the First Nation will work together

to develop and build their relationship.

Attendance: Local government representatives will have the opportunity to attend treaty-related discussions and

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negotiations including main tables, side tables, working groups and bilateral meetings.

Interests: Local government representatives are responsible for defining and representing their interests in matters related to negotiations and for sharing these interests and other relevant information with the provincial negotiating team.

Providing advice: Local government representatives will engage in discussions and contribute advice on all matters concerning the future local government-First Nation relationship, including engagement on overall treaty process changes.

Structure: Within the area defined by a First Nation's Statement of Intent, local governments will collectively determine how they will be organized to participate in a negotiation - e.g. as an alternate local government structure - and will advise the appropriate provincial negotiator of their chosen structure as well as the primary contact(s).

Involvement: Based on their interests and the level of activity at the specific treaty table, local governments may determine the level to which they wish to be involved ranging from receiving information to participation at meetings and providing advice.

Confidentiality: Participating local government representatives are subject to any and all confidentiality rules and practices that apply to a negotiation. They may, after consultation with the lead provincial negotiator, share confidential information with their respective councils and regional district boards, other local governments, and with UBCM on an in-camera basis.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES RESPECTING

OTHER AGREEMENTS

The Province

The Province will initiate contact with a local government

when:

• an agreement with a First Nation on a matter relating to land, resources or economic development will be negotiated; and

• the outcome of negotiations will affect the local government's jurisdiction, operations or provision of services.

The Province will consult and exchange information in a timely manner with the local government according to the consultation and information sharing principles stated in this MOU.

The Province and the local government will jointly determine the level of the local government's involvement ranging from receiving information to participation at meetings and providing advice.

Local Government

Local governments will serve as respected advisors to the Province in negotiations that affect their interests.

Based on their interests and the level of activity of a negotiation, local governments and the Province will

jointly determine the level of involvement ranging from receiving information to participation at meetings and providing advice.

Local governments are responsible for defining and sharing their interests and other relevant information with the Province, and will advise the Province how their interests may be addressed.

Local government representatives are subject to any and all confidentiality rules and practices that apply to a negotiation. They may, after consultation with the Province, share confidential information with their respective councils and regional district boards, other local governments, or local government structures, and with UBCM on an in-camera basis.

COMMUNICATION BETWEEN THE PROVINCE

ANDTHEUBCM

The Province will share information with UBCM and/or a body designated by the UBCM on the Province's approaches to the development of non-treaty initiatives under the New Relationship. The Parties will work together on identifying the appropriate avenues for this information sharing to ensure clear, and full understanding of the processes and activities underway.

The Province will provide UBCM with:

• a list of all concluded agreements with First Nations updated semi-annually; and

• a current list of provincial government contacts updated semi-annually.

UBCM will monitor the progress of provincial notification and consultation with local governments on relevant agreements with First Nations.

REVIEW

This MOU will be reviewed three years from the date of signing unless the Parties jointly agree to an earlier review.

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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, andrecord 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 theAboriginal 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 AboriginalRelations 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 localgovernment interests.

5. Report back on technical and other information requested by the treaty table.

6. Develop personal information records system for table specific documentation.

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Local Government Jurisdictions within the Katzie Statement of Intent Area

• Burnaby

• Coquitlam

• Delta

• Metro Vancouver (Electoral Area A)

• Langley City

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• Maple Ridge

• New Westminster

• Pitt Meadows

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• Richmond

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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

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Subject: Appointment of Metro Vancouver’s 2016 Representative to the UBCM First Nations Relations Committee

RECOMMENDATION That the Board appoint the Chair or Vice-Chair of Metro Vancouver’s Aboriginal Relations Committee to the Union of British Columbia Municipalities’ (UBCM) First Nations Relations Committee for 2016.

PURPOSE To appoint a Metro Vancouver representative to UBCM’s First Nations Relations Committee for 2016.

BACKGROUND UBCM’s First Nations Relations Committee, comprised of five 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 First Nations 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 First Nations 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 First Nations Relations Committee.

ALTERNATIVES 1. That the Board appoint the Chair or Vice-Chair of the Aboriginal Relations Committee as Metro

Vancouver’s representative to the UBCM First Nations Relations Committee for 2016. 2. That the Board decline to appoint a representative as there is no requirement to appoint a

member to UBCM’s First Nations Relations Committee, and provide alternative direction to staff.

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FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS If the Board appoints a representative to the UBCM First Nations Relations Committee the financial implications are minimal; the only financial considerations are the members’ honoraria for attending approximately five or six 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 First Nations 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 2016.

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 Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation or Ministry staff on these important issues.

OTHER IMPLICATIONS This appointment involves building relationships with other local governments in other regions of the Province that are also addressing local government-First Nations relations.

SUMMARY / CONCLUSION The appointment of a representative to the UBCM First Nations 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. Therefore, Alternative 1 is recommended.

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Subject: Appointment of a Metro Vancouver Observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee for 2016

RECOMMENDATION That the Board appoint ____________________ as the Metro Vancouver Aboriginal Relations Committee observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee meetings for 2016.

PURPOSE To recommend that the Board appoint an observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee (FVARC) meetings for 2016.

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.

FVTAC 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. The Vice-Chair of the Aboriginal Relations Committee represented Metro Vancouver in 2015.

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 early 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, that Sto:lo Xwexwilmexw Treaty Association’s land claims envelope the whole of the Metro 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

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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 times annually and take place at the regional district offices of the FVRD in Chilliwack, BC.

ALTERNATIVES 1. That the Board appoint ____________________ as the Metro Vancouver Aboriginal Relations

Committee observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee meetings for 2016. 2. That the 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 2016, 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 2016 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.

OTHER IMPLICATIONS 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.

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 14 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.

Alternative 1 is, therefore, recommended: That the Board appoint ____________________ as the Metro Vancouver Aboriginal Relations Committee observer to the Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee meetings for 2016.

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5.5 To: Aboriginal Relations Committee From: Marino Piombini, Supervisor, Aboriginal Relations, Legal & Legislative Services Date: January 25, 2016 Meeting Date: February 4, 2016 Subject: 2016 Community to Community Forum RECOMMENDATION That the Aboriginal Relations Committee endorses the proposed Community to Community Forum in the report, dated January 25, 2016, titled “2016 Community to Community Forum.” PURPOSE To provide the Aboriginal Relations Committee with information on the proposed 2016 Community to Community Forum for review and input. BACKGROUND One of the priorities for the Aboriginal Relations Committee of the Metro Vancouver Board as set out in the Terms of Reference is engagement in initiatives and activities that strengthen relationships between Metro Vancouver municipalities and First Nations within the Metro Vancouver region. Aboriginal Relations, operating under the purview of the Aboriginal Relations Committee, is committed to relationship building with area First Nations. Co-hosting a Community to Community Forum would foster positive relationships between communities. The Committee endeavours to co-host one Community to Community Forum each year with a different First Nation or multiple First Nations. There were no Forums held in 2012 and 2013. In July 2014, a forum was held with Katzie First Nation; a forum was held with Tsleil-Waututh Nation in May 2015. 2016 Community to Community Forum Proposal Input is sought from the Committee to ensure that the proposed forum aligns with the objectives of the Aboriginal Relations program as they relate to strengthening relationships with area First Nations. At the end of November 2015, Squamish Nation responded to Metro Vancouver’s proposal for a Community to Community Forum in 2016. Squamish Nation expressed an interest in having a workshop-like approach to the forum. The Squamish Nation-Metro Vancouver Aboriginal Relations Committee workshop is proposed to take place on:

• Day: February XX, 2016 • Time: 8:30am – 1pm (with registration and breakfast at 8:30am, meeting at 9am, lunch at

11:45 am) • Location: Chief Joe Mathias Centre, 100 Capilano Road (corner of Capilano Road and Welch

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The proposed agenda for this forum will include the following topics: • History of the Squamish Nation• Squamish Nation’s governance structure• First Nation Consultation Process• Metro Vancouver Organization and its Services

The budget for this forum allows for up to 50 participants to attend, including: • 15 Squamish Nation Council members• 5 Squamish Nation staff• 16 Metro Vancouver Aboriginal Relations Committee participants (i.e. 13 Committee

members and 3 observers from neighbouring regional districts)• 2 additional Metro Vancouver Board Members (i.e. Chair and Vice-Chair)• 5-10 Metro Vancouver staff (from Legal & Legislative Services, CAO’s Office, External

Relations and other departments)• 2 contractors (i.e. audio visual and recording secretary)

The budget, which includes a buffet breakfast and lunch and catering services, venue rental, elected officials’ honoraria, and contracted services, is estimated in the following table:

Buffet breakfast and lunch/Catering Services (for up to 50 people at $50/person) $2,500 Venue Rental $1,100 Honoraria (13 Aboriginal Relations Committee members X $356) $4,628 Contracting (audio visual and recording secretary) $1,250 Total Budget (excluding staff time and in-kind contributions) $9,478

Staff time (equaling approximately 15-20 hours X hourly rate X 3 Metro Vancouver staff), in-kind contributions, and any contingencies are not included in the above total budget. These additional costs amount to approximately $2,500.

ALTERNATIVES 1. That the Aboriginal Relations Committee endorses the proposed Community to Community

Forum in the report, dated January 25, 2016, titled “2016 Community to Community Forum.” 2. That the Aboriginal Relations Committee receives the report, dated January 25, 2016, titled “2016

Community to Community Forum”, amends the proposal as necessary, and endorses it as amended.

3. That the Aboriginal Relations Committee receives the report for information and takes no furtheraction.

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS The event expenditures are estimated to be approximately $9,500 including catering, venue rental, and Aboriginal Relations Committee members’ honoraria. Staff time and in-kind contributions, including contingencies, are estimated to be an additional $2,500.

Alternative 1 takes into consideration that the Community to Community Forum would be beneficial for strengthening the political relationship between Squamish Nation and Metro Vancouver, and that the expenses for undertaking such a forum are considered to be a good investment.

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As with Alternative 1, Alternative 2 assumes that the Community to Community Forum would be beneficial in strengthening the relationship with Squamish Nation, but that the Committee wishes to augment the proposal to ensure that the forum aligns with the objectives of the Aboriginal Relations program.

Alternative 3 would imply that the Committee is silent on the merits of such an event and/or that the Committee is not in favour of such an event at this time.

OTHER IMPLICATIONS The focus of this Community to Community Forum is different from the previous events held with Katzie (2014) and Tsleil-Waututh (2015). The 2016 Community to Community Forum is proposed to be a Squamish Nation Council-Metro Vancouver Aboriginal Relations Committee workshop.

SUMMARY / CONCLUSION The report presents the proposed 2016 Community to Community Forum with Squamish Nation. A Community to Community Forum provides an opportunity for bringing together First Nations and local governments to foster positive relationships between communities. Given that one of the priorities for the Aboriginal Relations Committee is engagement in initiatives and activities that strengthen relationships between Metro Vancouver municipalities and First Nations within the Metro Vancouver region, input from the Aboriginal Relations Committee on the proposed forum is sought. Therefore, Alternative 1 is recommended.

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From: Ralph G. Hildebrand, General Manager, Legal and Legislative Services/Corporate Solicitor


Subject: Manager’s Report

RECOMMENDATION That the Aboriginal Relations Committee receive for information the report dated January 25, 2016 titled “Manager’s Report.”

Katzie First Nation Community to Community Forum On October 22, 2015, Katzie First Nation hosted a Community to Community Forum. The purpose of this meeting was to present and discus the restoration of the Wapatu (wild potato) within Katzie’s traditional territory. Metro Vancouver was represented at this event by the Chair of the Aboriginal Relations Committee and Regional Parks staff. Communities neighbouring Katzie’s main Indian Reserve were also represented. In addition, the meeting was attended by representatives of not-for-profit groups. The next steps in the process are for Katzie to develop a restoration plan and then seek input into its plan in 2016.

Metro Vancouver Lunch and Learn Session On November 30, 2015, Metro Vancouver held a Lunch and Learn session attended by 75 regional district employees on the topic of Building Relationships with Aboriginal Communities. This Lunch and Learn session was part of a series of sessions on sustainability co-presented by Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Basin Council. Chief Ernie Crey, Cheam First Nation, a Board Member on the Fraser Basin Council, presented on behalf of the Council and provided his perspectives on the importance of relationship building with First Nations.

Fraser Valley Regional District Staff Attendance at the Aboriginal Relations Committee Meetings On December 2, 2015, the Director of Regional Programs, Fraser Valley Regional District (FVRD), requested an invitation for FVRD staff to attend both the open and closed meetings of the Metro Vancouver Aboriginal Relations Committee. Metro Vancouver staff are afforded the same opportunity at Fraser Valley Aboriginal Relations Committee meetings due to the Katzie and Tsleil-Waututh Statement of Intent Areas extending into the Fraser Valley. From time to time, the Union of BC Municipalities staff have also attended closed meetings of the Metro Vancouver Aboriginal Relations Committee especially when the work plans of each respect organization intersect. As in the case of the UBCM staff and the observers from the three neighbouring regional districts, the Aboriginal Relations Committee will need to pass a motion prior to the start of the closed meetings to allow FVRD staff to attend.

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Release of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Final Report Following the release of its Summary Report in June 2015, the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) released its Final Report on December 15, 2015.

The TRC was created in 2008 to inform Canadians about residential schools and to inspire a process of reconciliation and renewed relationships between aboriginal and non-aboriginal Canadians. The Final Report includes the 94 recommendations originally appearing in the TRC’s Summary Report. The 94 recommendations set out to redress the legacy of residential schools and to advance the process of Canadian reconciliation.

The last of the 130 residential schools in Canada closed in 1996. The TRC provided those individuals directly or indirectly affected by the legacy of the Indian Residential School system with an opportunity to share their stories and/or experiences.

The Commission hosted seven national events across Canada, as well as a Closing Event in Ottawa, with the goals of hearing from former students, engaging the Canadian public, providing education about the history and legacy of the residential schools system, and sharing and honouring the experiences of former students and their families.

The Aboriginal Relations Committee discussed the TRC’s 94 recommendations at its recent meetings in July and October 2015. At its meeting on October 30, 2015, the Board endorsed the following Committee recommendations:

That the GVRD Board: a) endorse the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Summary Report on Indian

Residential Schools, and send letters to the Honourable Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada and the Honourable Minister of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation urging them to move forward quickly with report recommendations; and

b) direct staff to report back on how the following proposed Metro Vancouver activities mayform the basis of the 2016 Aboriginal Relations Committee Work Plan: • liaise with the Truth and Reconciliation Commission;• raise awareness about Indian Residential Schools;• provide cultural competency training; and• strengthen relationships with First Nations.

The Board Chair subsequently sent letters to the respective provincial and federal Ministers responsible and encouraged member local governments to do the same. A copy of the federal Minister’s reply to Metro Vancouver’s Board Chair is included in this Agenda as Information Item 6.6.

The TRC’s Final Report, over 3,700 pages in length, and all other reports and TRC-related information can be found by accessing the following web site: http://www.trc.ca/websites/trcinstitution

National Reconciliation Gathering held in North Vancouver on January 22, 2016 On January 22, 2016, staff attended the National Reconciliation Gathering, hosted by Reconciliation Canada held at the Pinnacle Hotel at the Pier in North Vancouver. The event, by invitation only, was attended by approximately 100 participants from diverse cultural, faith and professional backgrounds gathered to hear from leaders in reconciliation, to discuss current regional challenges that impede

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reconciliation, and to celebrate regional reconciliation in action. The Minister of Aboriginal Relations and Reconciliation, John Rustad, and Regional Chief of the BC Assembly of First Nations, Shane Gottfriedson, and the Mayor of the City of North Vancouver and Metro Vancouver Board Director, Darrell Mussatto, and Reconciliation Canada’s Ambassador, Chief Dr. Robert Joseph, were among some of the speakers at this event. Reconciliation Canada will be hosting six National Reconciliation Gatherings in different regions across Canada in 2016. Aboriginal Relations Committee – 2016 Meeting Dates The 2016 meeting dates for the Aboriginal Relations Committee are scheduled as follows:

• Thursday, February 4, 2016 @ 1pm • Thursday, May 5, 2016 @ 1pm • Thursday, July 7, 2016 @ 1pm • Thursday, October 6, 2016 @ 1pm

All meetings are scheduled to take place in the 2nd Floor Boardroom at Metro Vancouver Head Office, 4330 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC. 13685411

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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 FirstNations’ land claims, interests, and rights and titles, as well as on the implications for MetroVancouver of decisions taken by the courts, and positions or initiatives taken of other ordersof government; and

• Initiating and engaging in programs and activities that strengthen relationships betweenMetro Vancouver and First Nations within the region, and between member municipalitiesand 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 General Manager as Committee Manager for the Committee. The Committee Manager is responsible for coordinating agendas and serves as the principal point of contact for Committee members.

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6.2

October 8, 2015

The Honourable Bernard Valcourt Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development 14 Costigan Street - Main Office Edmundston, New Brunswick E3V 1W9

Dear: Honourable Valcourt,

Re: Renewed Federal Comprehensive Land Claims Policy - Metro Vancouver

Council is in receipt of a letter dated September 18, 2015 from Greg Moore, Chair, Metro Vancouver Board, requesting endorsement of Metro Vancouver's resolution expressing concerns that local governments and local government interests were not identified in a report on the renewed federal comprehensive land claims policy in relation to local government interests titled "A New Direction".

It was the consensus of Council that the City of Maple Ridge endorse the Metro Vancouver

report titled "An Analysis of a New Direction Report on the Renewed Federal Comprehensive Land Claims Policy in Relation to Local Government Interests".

If you require anything further in this regard, please don't hesitate to contact me at [email protected] or 604-467-7482.

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6.3The City of North Vancouver OFFICE OF MAYOR DARRELL MUSSATTO

October 9, 2015

The Honourable Bernard Valcourt Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada The House of Commons Ottawa, ON K1A OA6

Dear Minister Valcourt:

Further to North Vancouver City Council's unanimous resolution on October 5, 2015 (attached), I am writing to express our concern that local governments were not referenced or addressed in the report, "A New Direction" authored by Mr. Doug Eyford.

Council supports Metro Vancouver's June 29, 2015 report titled "An Analysis of A New Direction Report on the Renewed Federal Comprehensive Land Claims Policy in Relation to Local Government Interests", and the ongoing inclusion of local governments in the dialogue with other orders of government about any significant changes to the BC Treaty Process. As local governments, we are affected by the outcomes of these negotiations, and have much to contribute to the federal government's policy review of the land claims process.

Local governments are an important voice at the table in current treaty negotiations, and a movement towards non-treaty agreements that exclude our participation will impact a variety of local government concerns including land use planning decisions, land acquisitions, project completion schedules and investment opportunities. Therefore, in support of Metro Vancouver's position in this regard, City Council urges your ministry to ensure that local governments are included in the federal government's policy review of the land claims process.

Yours sincerely,

Darrell Mussatto Mayor

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4. Greg Moore, Chair, Metro Vancouver Board, September 18, 2015

Re: An Analysis of a New Direction Report on the Renewed Federal Comprehensive Land Claims Policy in Relation to Local Government Interests - File: 01-0400-60-0006/2015

Moved by Councillor Bell, seconded by Councillor Keating

THAT Council endorse the report of Metro Vancouver, dated June 29, 2015, regarding "An Analysis of a New Direction on the Renewed Federal Comprehensive Land Claims Policy in Relation to Local Government Interests";

THAT the Mayor write a letter to the federal Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada requesting that the federal government include local governments in the policy review process;

AND THAT a copy of the letter be sent to member jurisdictions.

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2015 November 26

Mr. Greg Moore

CITY OF BURNABY OFFICE OF THE MAYOR

DEREK R. CORRIGAN MAYOR

Board Chair, Metro Vancouver Board 4330 Kingsway, Burnaby BC V5H 4G8

Dear Mr. Moore:

FILE: 02130-01

SUBJECT: An Analysis of a New Direction Report on the Renewed Federal Comprehensive Land Claims Policy in Relations to Local Government

Burnaby City Council, at the Open Council meeting held on 2015 November 09, discussed the above noted report from Metro Vancouver and adopted the following recommendations contained within the report:

THAT Council endorse the Metro Vancouver report dated 2015 July 22, entitled, "An Analysis of A New Direction Report on the Renewed Federal Comprehensive land Claims Policy in Relation to Local Government Interests";

THAT Council request that the federal government engage and include local government in the federal government's review of the land claims process prior to responding to the recommendations contained within the "A New Direction" report.

Please find enclosed a copy of the notice of motion for your information.

Yours truly,

tJ-~C, ~' DerekR.Co~ MAYOR

Copied to: David Clutton (Planning)

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NOTICE OF MOTION: An Analysis of a New Direction Report on the Renewed federal Comprehensive Land Claims Policy in Relations to Local Government Interest WHEREAS in April 2015 the Honourable Bernard Valcourt, Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada, released a 92-page report entitled “A New Direction” containing 43 recommendations on the federal government role in treaty making in Canada authored by Douglas Eyford, Ministerial Special Representative to the Minister; WHEREAS the “A New Direction” report lists shortcomings in the treaty process including institutional barriers, inefficiencies, poor accountability, and lack of urgency; WHEREAS the “A New Direction” report urged the federal government to get fully engaged in the treaty process, to assess which treaty talks should be moved forward and which should be abandoned, to implement methods to fast-track the completion of those remaining and exit those with little prospect for settlement; WHEREAS the “A New Direction” report calls for more options for reconciliation outside of the BC treaty process, stating that the current federal comprehensive land claims process is not productive; WHEREAS moving away from the current federal approach in treaty negotiations toward bilateral federal-First Nation non-treaty agreements, where local governments are not involved in the negotiation process, poses significant implications for local government; WHEREAS the “A New Direction” report does not address Metro Vancouver’s prior submission of local government comments on the Interim Policy and participation in the meeting with Mr. Douglas Eyford and federal government staff in October 2014; WHEREAS local government is not referenced in the “A New Direction” report with the exception of Metro Vancouver and UBCM being listed as engagement participants under the heading of “Other Stakeholders and Interested Parties”; WHEREAS the “A New Direction” report identities local government as other stakeholders and special interested parties; not as elected governments of their constituents; WHEREAS the Metro Vancouver analysis identities three areas of support within the recommendations included with the “A New Direction” report – early resolution of overlapping claims or shared territories, expansion of the scope of federal treaty negotiator mandates, and the federal government’s involvement in the treaty implementation must be more substantive; WHEREAS the Metro Vancouver analysis identifies eight areas of concern (not support) within the recommendations included with the “A New Direction” report – certainly over lands and resources matters, Incremental Treaty Agreements (ITA) should not be a replacement for treaties, communication with local government matters, local government needs to be identified, local governments are not third parties, taxation is a key local government concern, direct negotiations between local governments and First Nations should be promoted, local government

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requires effective enforcement mechanisms (to ensure the safe provision of local series under local service agreements with First Nations); WHEREAS it is not clear if and when the federal government intends to respond to, or implement, the recommendation with the “A New Direction” report; and as requested by Metro Vancouver,

THAT Council endorse the Metro Vancouver report dated 2015 July 22, entitled, “An Analysis of A New Direction Report on the Renewed Federal Comprehensive land Claims Policy in Relation to Local Government Interests”; THAT Council convey this endorsement to the federal Minister of Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada as an expression of concern that local government interests were not identified or addressed in the “A New Direction” report; THAT Council request that the federal government engage and include local government in the federal government’s review of the land claims process prior to responding to the recommendations contained within the “A New Direction” report; and THAT Council issue a copy of the transmittal to Greg Moore, Chair of Metro Vancouver Board.” Approved by Burnaby City Council at its meeting of 2015 November 09.

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MINISTER OF INDIGENOUS AND NORTHERN AFFAIRS MANDATE LETTER

Dear Dr. Bennett:

I am honoured that you have agreed to serve Canadians as Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs.

We have promised Canadians a government that will bring real change – in both what we do and how we do it. Canadians sent a clear message in this election, and our platform offered a new, ambitious plan for a strong and growing middle class. Canadians expect us to fulfill our commitments, and it is my expectation that you will do your part in delivering on those promises to Canadians.

We made a commitment to invest in growing our economy, strengthening the middle class, and helping those working hard to join it. We committed to provide more direct help to those who need it by giving less to those who do not. We committed to public investment as the best way to spur economic growth, job creation, and broad-based prosperity. We committed to a responsible, transparent fiscal plan for challenging economic times.

I expect Canadians to hold us accountable for delivering these commitments, and I expect all ministers to do their part – individually and collectively – to improve economic opportunity and security for Canadians.

It is my expectation that we will deliver real results and professional government to Canadians. To ensure that we have a strong focus on results, I will expect Cabinet committees and individual ministers to: track and report on the progress of our commitments; assess the effectiveness of our work; and align our resources with priorities, in order to get the results we want and Canadians deserve.

If we are to tackle the real challenges we face as a country – from a struggling middle class to the threat of climate change – Canadians need to have faith in their government’s honesty and willingness to listen. I expect that our work will be informed by performance measurement, evidence, and feedback from Canadians. We will

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direct our resources to those initiatives that are having the greatest, positive impact on the lives of Canadians, and that will allow us to meet our commitments to them. I expect you to report regularly on your progress toward fulfilling our commitments and to help develop effective measures that assess the impact of the organizations for which you are answerable.

I made a personal commitment to bring new leadership and a new tone to Ottawa. We made a commitment to Canadians to pursue our goals with a renewed sense of collaboration. Improved partnerships with provincial, territorial, and municipal governments are essential to deliver the real, positive change that we promised Canadians. No relationship is more important to me and to Canada than the one with Indigenous Peoples. It is time for a renewed, nation-to-nation relationship with Indigenous Peoples, based on recognition of rights, respect, co-operation, and partnership.

We have also committed to set a higher bar for openness and transparency in government. It is time to shine more light on government to ensure it remains focused on the people it serves. Government and its information should be open by default. If we want Canadians to trust their government, we need a government that trusts Canadians. It is important that we acknowledge mistakes when we make them. Canadians do not expect us to be perfect – they expect us to be honest, open, and sincere in our efforts to serve the public interest.

Our platform guides our government. Over the course of our four-year mandate, I expect us to deliver on all of our commitments. It is our collective responsibility to ensure that we fulfill our promises, while living within our fiscal plan. Other issues will arise or will be brought to our attention by Canadians, stakeholders, and the public service. It is my expectation that you will engage constructively and thoughtfully and add priorities to your agenda when appropriate.

As Minister, you will be held accountable for our commitment to bring a different style of leadership to government. This will include: close collaboration with your colleagues; meaningful engagement with Opposition Members of Parliament, Parliamentary Committees and the public service; constructive dialogue with Canadians, civil society, and stakeholders, including business, organized labour, the broader public sector, and the not-for-profit and charitable sectors; and identifying ways to find solutions and avoid escalating conflicts unnecessarily. As well, members of the Parliamentary Press Gallery, indeed all journalists in Canada and abroad, are professionals who, by asking necessary questions, contribute in an important way to the democratic process. Your professionalism and engagement with them is essential.

Canadians expect us, in our work, to reflect the values we all embrace: inclusion, honesty, hard work, fiscal prudence, and generosity of spirit. We will be a government that governs for all Canadians, and I expect you, in your work, to bring Canadians together.

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You are expected to do your part to fulfill our government’s commitment to transparent, merit-based appointments, to help ensure gender parity and that Indigenous Canadians and minority groups are better reflected in positions of leadership.

As Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs, your overarching goal will be to renew the relationship between Canada and Indigenous Peoples. This renewal must be a nation-to-nation relationship, based on recognition, rights, respect, co-operation, and partnership. I expect you to re-engage in a renewed nation-to-nation process with Indigenous Peoples to make real progress on the issues most important to First Nations, the Métis Nation, and Inuit communities – issues like housing, employment, health and mental health care, community safety and policing, child welfare, and education.

In particular, I expect you to work with your colleagues and through established legislative, regulatory, and Cabinet processes to deliver on your top priorities:

• To support the work of reconciliation, and continue the necessary process of truth telling and healing, work with provinces and territories, and with First Nations, the Métis Nation, and Inuit, to implement recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, starting with the implementation of the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.

• Develop, in collaboration with the Minister of Justice, and supported by the Minister of Status of Women, an approach to, and a mandate for, an inquiry into murdered and missing Indigenous women and girls in Canada, including the identification of a lead minister.

• Undertake, with advice from the Minister of Justice, in full partnership and consultation with First Nations, Inuit, and the Métis Nation, a review of laws, policies, and operational practices to ensure that the Crown is fully executing its consultation and accommodation obligations, in accordance with its constitutional and international human rights obligations, including Aboriginal and Treaty rights.

• Work with the Minister of Finance to establish a new fiscal relationship that lifts the 2% cap on annual funding increases and moves towards sufficient, predictable and sustained funding for First Nations communities.

• Make significant new investments in First Nations education to ensure that First Nations children on reserve receive a quality education while respecting the principle of First Nations control of First Nations education.

• Work with residential school survivors, First Nations, Métis Nation, Inuit communities, provinces, territories, and educators to incorporate Aboriginal and treaty rights, residential schools, and Indigenous contributions into school curricula.

• Work, on a nation-to-nation basis, with the Métis Nation to advance reconciliation and renew the relationship, based on cooperation, respect for rights, our international obligations, and a commitment to end the status quo.

• Collaborate with the Ministers of Natural Resources, Environment and Climate Change and Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard to ensure that environmental assessment legislation is amended to enhance the

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consultation, engagement and participatory capacity of Indigenous groups in reviewing and monitoring major resource development projects.

• Work with the Minister of Health to update and expand the Nutrition North program, in consultation with Northern communities.

• Work with the Minister of Families, Children and Social Development to launch consultations with provinces and territories and Indigenous Peoples on a National Early Learning and Childcare Framework as a first step towards delivering affordable, high-quality, flexible and fully inclusive child care.

• Work, in collaboration with the Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, and in consultation with First Nations, Inuit, and other stakeholders, to improve essential physical infrastructure for Indigenous communities including improving housing outcomes for Indigenous Peoples.

• Work with the Minister of Status of Women to support the Minister of Infrastructure and Communities in ensuring that no one fleeing domestic violence is left without a place to turn by growing and maintaining Canada’s network of shelters and transition houses.

• Work with the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Labour and the Minister of Innovation, Science and Economic Development to promote economic development and create jobs for Indigenous Peoples.

These priorities draw heavily from our election platform commitments. The government’s agenda will be further articulated through Cabinet discussions and in the Speech from the Throne when Parliament opens.

I expect you to work closely with your Deputy Minister and his or her senior officials to ensure that the ongoing work of your department is undertaken in a professional manner and that decisions are made in the public interest. Your Deputy Minister will brief you on issues your department may be facing that may require decisions to be made quickly. It is my expectation that you will apply our values and principles to these decisions, so that issues facing your department are dealt with in a timely and responsible manner, and in a way that is consistent with the overall direction of our government.

Our ability, as a government, to successfully implement our platform depends on our ability to thoughtfully consider the professional, non-partisan advice of public servants. Each and every time a government employee comes to work, they do so in service to Canada, with a goal of improving our country and the lives of all Canadians. I expect you to establish a collaborative working relationship with your Deputy Minister, whose role, and the role of public servants under his or her direction, is to support you in the performance of your responsibilities.

In the coming weeks, the Privy Council Office (PCO) will be contacting you to set up a meeting with PCO officials, your Deputy Minister and the Prime Minister’s Office to further discuss your plans, commitments and priorities.

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We have committed to an open, honest government that is accountable to Canadians, lives up to the highest ethical standards, and applies the utmost care and prudence in the handling of public funds. I expect you to embody these values in your work and observe the highest ethical standards in everything you do. When dealing with our Cabinet colleagues, Parliament, stakeholders, or the public, it is important that your behaviour and decisions meet Canadians’ well-founded expectations of our government. I want Canadians to look on their own government with pride and trust.

As Minister, you must ensure that you are aware of and fully compliant with the Conflict of Interest Act and Treasury Board policies and guidelines. You will be provided with a copy of Open and Accountable Government to assist you as you undertake your responsibilities. I ask that you carefully read it and ensure that your staff does so as well. I draw your attention in particular to the Ethical Guidelines set out in Annex A of that document, which apply to you and your staff. As noted in the Guidelines, you must uphold the highest standards of honesty and impartiality, and both the performance of your official duties and the arrangement of your private affairs should bear the closest public scrutiny. This is an obligation that is not fully discharged by simply acting within the law. Please also review the areas of Open and Accountable Government that we have expanded or strengthened, including the guidance on non-partisan use of departmental communications resources and the new code of conduct for exempt staff.

I know I can count on you to fulfill the important responsibilities entrusted in you. In turn, please know that you can count on me to support you every day in your role as Minister.

I am deeply grateful to have this opportunity to serve with you as we build an even greater country. Together, we will work tirelessly to honour the trust Canadians have given us.

Yours sincerely,

Rt. Hon. Justin Trudeau, P.C., M.P. Prime Minister of Canada

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Ministre des Affaires autochtones et du Nord

Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs

Ottawa, Canada K1A OH4

DEC 1 7 2015

Mr. Greg Moore Chair, Metro Vancouver Board 4330 Kingsway Burnaby, BC V5H4G8

Dear Mr. Moore:

Thank you for your letter of November 30, 2015, and your kind words of congratulations on my recent appointment as Minister of Indigenous and Northern Affairs.

It is with great pleasure that I assume this important responsibility, and I look forward to working with colleagues, partners and all Canadians in responding to the fundamental issues faced by all Indigenous Peoples in Canada, while at the same time recognizing the unique circumstances of First Nations, Metis and Inuit.

I would like to recognize and commend the strong leadership shown by Metro Vancouver in supporting the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) and its activities, such as the Walk for Reconciliation and the TRC National Event in Vancouver. Thank you for sending me the Greater Vancouver Regional District Board of Directors' report of October 1, 2015. It is through this kind of vision, energy and initiative that we can individually and collectively do our part to promote true and meaningful reconciliation.

The Government is committed to supporting the work of reconciliation and will continue the necessary process of truth telling and healing. In this regard, we look forward to receiving the entire final report of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission this month. We will work alongside First Nations, Metis and Inuit, as well as the provinces and territories, to move forward on implementing recommendations of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. I consider Metro Vancouver, as well as other municipalities, partners in this effort.

Sincerely,

J.~~P.C .. M.P Canada

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Metro VancouVer’s

Profile of first NatioNs with Interests in the Region

JaNuary 2016

aboriginal relations, legal and legislative services

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Metro Vancouver’s Profile of First Nations 3

contents

introduction ___________________________________________________________________ 4

first Nation 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

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4 Metro Vancouver’s Profile of First Nations

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’s 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 affectcorporate programs, initiatives and projects

• Responds to pan-municipal First Nation issues

• Represents and supports Metro Vancouver local government interests at treatynegotiation tables and related activities, and

• Provides staff support to the Metro Vancouver Board’s Aboriginal RelationsCommittee 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]

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FIrst natIon reserVes anD treaty lanDs In Metro VancouVer

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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 Robin Green

regIstereD populatIon as oF DeceMber 2015*

Total Registered Population 568

Living on own reserves 315

Living on other reserves 8

Living off reserve 245

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 reserVes**

Katzie I.R. No. 1 – 229

Katzie I.R. No. 2 – 0

Barnston Island I.R. No. 3 – 0

* Sources: Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada; Katzie First Nation Web Site; BC Treaty Commission** Sources: Census 2011

Katzie First NatioN

First Nations Located Within Metro Vancouver

Katzie’sfiveIndianReservesarelocatedwithinfourdifferentMetroVancouverjurisdictions:PittMeadows,MapleRidge,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.

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KatzIe FIrst natIon reserVes

KatzIe stateMent oF Intent

BC Treaty Commission: www.bctreaty.net/nations/soi_maps/Katzie_SOI_Map.pdf

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KwaNtleN First NatioN

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






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)


McMillan Island I.R. No. 6 – 68

Langley I.R. No. 5 – 0

Whonnock I.R No. 1 – 0

* Sources: Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada; BC Treaty Commission** Source: Census 2011

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.”

KwantlenFirstNationisaffiliatedwiththeSto:loTribalCouncil.

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Kwantlen FIrst natIon reserVes

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KwiKwetlem First NatioN

contact 2-65 Colony Farm Road

Coquitlam, BC, V3C 5X9

Tel: 604.540.0680

Fax: 604.525.0772


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







Coquitlam I.R. No. 1 (2.6)

Coquitlam I.R. No. 2 (81.9)


Coquitlam I.R. No. 1 – 39

Coquitlam I.R. No. 2 - 5

* Sources: Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada; Kwikwetlem First Nation Web Site; BC Treaty Commission ** Source: Census 2011

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.

Thename“Kwikwetlem”means“redfishuptheriver.”

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KwIKwetleM FIrst natIon reserVes

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matsqui First NatioN

contact 31989 Harris Road, PO Box 10

Matsqui, BC, V4X 3R2

Tel: 604.826.6145

Fax: 604.826.7009


status oF treaty negotIatIons Sto:lo Negotiations Stage 4: AIP

Currently not in treaty negotiation

aFFIlIatIon Sto:lo Nation

FIrst natIon oFFIcIals Chief Alice McKay

Councillor Louis Julian

Councillor Brenda Morgan







Matsqui I.R. No. 4 (24.3)


Matsqui I.R. No. 4 – 498

* Source: Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada

** Source: Census 2011

Matsqui First Nation has a total of four reserves as well as another shared with Kwantlen First Nation, but only one is located within Metro Vancouver: Matsqui I.R. No. 4 in the Township of Langley, where a majority of the First Nation members live.

The name “Matsqui” translates into “easy portage” or “easy travelling.”

MatsquiFirstNationisaffiliatedwiththeSto:loNation,anallianceof11FirstNationcommunitiesintheFraserValley.

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MatsquI FIrst natIon reserVe

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musqueam iNdiaN BaNd

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 Nolan Charles

Councillor Allyson Fraser

Councillor Gordon Grant

Councillor Howard Grant

Councillor Wendy Grant-John

Councillor Morgan Guerin

Councillor Tammy Ann Harkey

Councillor Robert Point Sr

Councillor Nora Stogan

Councillor Kyle Alexander Grant


Total Registered Population 1,381



Living on no band Crown land 1



Musqueam I.R. No. 2 (190.4)

Musqueam I.R. No. 4 (57.3)

Sea Island I.R. No. 3 (6.5)


Musqueam I.R. No. 2 – 1,569

Musqueam I.R. No. 4 – 5

* Sources: Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada; Musqueam Indian Band Web Site; BC Treaty Commission ** Source: Census 2011

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.

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MusqueaM InDIan banD reserVes

MusqueaM soI

MusqueamIndianBand:www.musqueam.bc.ca/sites/default/files/musqueam_regional_soi_with_reserves.pdf

MusqueaM DeclaratIon

MusqueamIndianBand:www.musqueam.bc.ca/sites/default/files/musqueam_declaration.pdf

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semiahmoo First NatioN

contact 16049 Beach Road

Surrey, BC, V3S 9R6

Tel: 604.536.3101

Fax: 604.536.6116

Web:www.semiahmoofirstnation.org


FIrst natIon oFFIcIals Chief Willard Cook

Councillor Roxanne Charles

Councillor Joanne Charles







Semiahmoo I.R. (129.1)


Semiahmoo I.R. – 108

* Source: Aboriginal Affairs and Northern Development Canada (AANDC)

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.”

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seMIaHMoo FIrst natIon reserVe

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squamish NatioN

contact PO Box 86131North Vancouver, BC, V7L 4J5Tel: 604.980.4553 Fax: 604.980.4523 Web: www.squamish.net


FIrst natIon oFFIcIals Co-Chairs: Councillors Byron Joseph, Ann WhonnockChiefs/Councillors: Ian Campbell, Richard ‘Dick’ WilliamsCouncillor Alroy ‘Bucky’ BakerCouncillor Deborah ‘Debbie’ BakerCouncillor Richard ‘Ritchie’ BakerCouncillor Veronica BakerCouncillor Carla GeorgeCouncillor Byron JosephCouncillor Dennis JosephCouncillor Joshua JosephCouncillor Christopher LewisCouncillor Danielle MellishCouncillor Anthony ‘Tony’ MoodyCouncillor Ann WhonnockCouncillor Wilson Williams


Total Registered Population 4,119Living on own reserves 2,250Living on other reserves 176Living on no band Crown land 1Living off reserve 1,692

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)


Capilano I.R. No. 5 – 2,700Mission I.R. No, 1 – 574 Seymour Creek I.R. No. 2 – 107

* Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada; Squamish Nation Web Site; BC Treaty Commission ** Source: Census 2011

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.

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squaMIsH natIon reserVes

squaMIsH stateMent oF Intent

BC Treaty Commission: www.bctreaty.net/nations/soi_maps/Squamish_01_SOI_Map.pdf

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tsawwasseN First NatioN

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 Tony Jacobs

Executive Councillor Ken Baird

Executive Councillor Laura Cassidy

Executive Councillor Louise Ahlm



Living on Treaty Lands 184


Living off Treaty Lands 172

regIstereD populatIon on treaty lanDs**

Tsawwassen Lands – 720

* Sources: Tsawwassen First Nation Membership Registry; Tsawwassen First Nation Web Site; BC Treaty Commission ** Source: Census 2011

OnApril3,2009,TsawwassenFirstNationratifiedthefirsturbantreatyinBritishColumbia,therebyreconcilingtheFirstNation’saboriginalrightsandtitleandfulfillingitsrighttoself-government.ThetreatyprovidesTsawwassenwithjurisdiction 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.”

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tsawwassen lanDs

tsawwassen stateMent oF Intent

BC Treaty Commission: www.bctreaty.net/nations/soi_maps/Tsawwassen_SOI_Map.pdf

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tsleil-waututh NatioN

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 Travis George

Councillor Liana Martin

Councillor Jen Thomas







Burrard Inlet I.R. No. 3 (108.2)

Inlailawatash I.R. No. 4 (0.5)

Inlailawatash I.R. No. 4A (2)


Burrard Inlet I.R. No. 3 – 1,472

* Sources: Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada; Tsleil-Waututh Nation Web Site; BC Treaty Commission ** Source: Census 2011

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.

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tsleIl-waututH natIon reserVes

tsleIl-waututH stateMent oF Intent

BC Treaty Commission: www.bctreaty.net/nations/soi_maps/Tsleil_Waututh_SOI_Map.pdf

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First Nations without Reserve Lands

qayqayt First NatioN

contact Suite 105 – 3680 Rae Avenue

Vancouver, BC, V5R 2P5

Tel: 604.451.0531

Fax: 604.451.9231


FIrst natIon oFFIcIals Chief Rhonda Larrabee

Councillor Robert Bandura

Councillor Rodney Bandura

Councillor Ronald Lee







hwlitsum First NatioNHwlitsumFirstNation(CanoePass)claimsthatitsunofficialmembershipof300peopleincludesaRegisteredIndianPopulation 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.

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 #114 – 5555 14th Avenue

Delta, BC, V4M 3X1

Tel: 604.940.0593 or 604.940.3857



FIrst natIon oFFIcIals Chief Raymond “Rocky” Wilson


Total Registered Population N.A.

Living on own reserves N.A.

Living on other reserves N.A.

Living off reserve N.A.


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FIrst natIons In tHe Metro VancouVer regIon

first Nations within Metro Vancouver

treaty stage of the BC treaty Process

Current Membership (Dec 2015)

indian reserve or tsl area in region (ha)

indian reserves in region/of total reserves

Next first Nation Council elections

KatzIe Stage 4: Active Negotiations

568 335.2 5/5 March 31, 2016

Kwantlen Part of Sto:lo Tribal Council; not in treaty

267 356 3/6 (+ 0.5) N.A.

KwIKwetleM Not in the BC Treaty Process

95 84.5 2/2 March 31, 2019

MatsquI Part of Sto:lo Nation; not in treaty

264 24.3 1/4 (+ 0.5) June 30, 2016

MusqueaM Stage 4: not negotiating

1,381 254.2 3/3 January 3, 2017

seMIaHMoo Not in the BC Treaty Process

92 129.1 1/1 December 27, 2016

squaMIsH Stage 3: not negotiating

4,166 265.1 4/24 December 11, 2017

tsawwassen Treaty First Nation Treaty: April 3, 2009

364 Treaty Lands

724.0

Treaty Lands April 20, 2016

tsleIl-waututH Stage 4: Active Negotiations

579 110.7 3/3 March 31, 2017

qayqayt Not in the BC Treaty Process

14 0 0/0 N.A.

HwlItsuM Not in the BC Treaty Process

N.A. 0 0/0 N.A.

* Sources: Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada; BC Treaty Commission

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FIrst natIons, trIbal councIls, treaty groups anD assocIatIons locateD outsIDe Metro VancouVer wItH Interests In tHe regIon

Contact

Hul’quMI’nuM treaty group

(representing 6 member First Nations)

Mr. Al Anderson, Executive Director

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

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

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

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 Jack Vern

1210 Totem Lane

Sidney, BC, V8L 5S4

Tel: 250.656.0858 Fax: 250.656.0868

Web Site: www.tseycum.ca

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DID you Know?

• In 2013, 1,400,685 individuals in Canada had an Aboriginal Identity1, which represented 4.3 percent of the nation’s population.2

• In BC, there were 232,290 individuals identifying themselves as Aboriginal, or 5.4 percent of the province’s population.3

• One in four Aboriginal Peoples in BC lives in the Metro Vancouver Region.4

• Aboriginal Peoples¹ 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”*(whereyoufinddogsalmon).

• 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 aredefinedintheConstitutionAct,1982,section35(2)asincludingtheIndian,InuitandMétispeoplesofCanada.

² National Household Survey, Statistics Canada, 2013

³ National Household Survey, Statistics Canada, 20134 2011 Census ARC - 75

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