New SFN Councilors voted in
The following candidates were elected in as of December 18, 2021: Edward (Bundles) Good Erralyn Joseph Emmy Manson Paul Wyse-Seward Wanda Good Chief Michael Wyse was voted in by acclimation.
The Port of Nanaimo and DP World seal Nanaimo – Duke Point Lease Agreement
The Duke Point Terminal lease agreement was finalized February 24, 2021, with the signing of a 50-year lease agreement between the Port of Nanaimo and DP World. The Duke Point agreement will provide a long-term port-to-port solution for short-sea shipping between Nanaimo and Vancouver, as well as expand direct access from Nanaimo to global import/export […]
Snuneymuxw First Nation joins partnership for Harewood school site development
Snuneymuxw, B.C. Housing, City of Nanaimo, Nanaimo Ladysmith Public Schools partnering on project. Click here for the full story.
Snuneymuxw First Nation accuses B.C. Ferries of discrimination over names of new vessels
Ferries will sail in nation’s territory but are named in Kwak̓wala, which is not the nation’s language. Click here for the full story.
SFN Personal Information Form
This is your annual reminder to update and complete your member information. Please find the SFN Personal Information Form (PDF) attached, below this text. You can download the SFN Personal Information Form PDF below, fill in your information and then email completed PDF form to Vanessa Wyse, vanessaw@snuneymuxw.ca. Please keep your personal member information up to date so […]
Saysutshun
Snuneymuxw First Nation and B.C. return the name of Newcastle Island to its Snuneymuxw village name. In this December 6th article, Nanamlo News Now covers the renaming of the Newcastle Island Marine Park to Saysutshun Park, recognizing its correct name. Click here for entire story.
THLAP’QWUM COMMUNITY SETTLEMENT TRUST
Please find the Mail-in Nomination Form for Community Trustee PDF attached below. Note, you may copy this form to nominate someone else. Be sure it is also witnessed. This declaration must be signed by you and a witness who is at least 18 years old.
Nanaimo Correctional Centre Redevelopment Project
Snuneymuxw First Nation has been in consultation with Stuart Olsen (construction services company) and the BC government regarding the Nanaimo Correctional Centre redevelopment Project. Learn more in the attached PDF below. We are supporting the design, construction, and future operations of the new NCC. There are several opportunities for community involvement: Employment opportunities Employment Opportunities […]
Emergency Response Information
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KnNVyOHCmmc Snuneymuxw First Nation works closely with the government of British Columbia to be prepared for emergencies in four ways: Mitigation, Preparation, Response and Recovery. This may also include emergency management for local communities: Make and maintain emergency plans Assessment and analysis tools Response operations guides and templates Recovery and post-disaster resources Emergency Support […]