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ELECTIONS

INAUGURATION EVENT DETAILS: A livestream, and video recording of the inauguration is available here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rOi9hu5bbDg   VOTE RECOUNT RESULTS: Original Results: Recount Results: NOTICE OF VOTE RECOUNT: If you have any questions, please contact:   Graeme Drew, SFN Electoral Officer  gd.drewnorth@gmail.com   A video recording of the recount is also available here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTIQdwqY_Xs    NOTICE OF […]

Attend Chief and Council Livestream

Questions about Chief & Council meetings? Contact: CCclerk@snuneymuxw.ca NEXT CHIEF & COUNCIL MEETING: Date: —Time: —  (Please note, we may need to reschedule meetings as needed. If that happens, we will update the info here.) HOW TO ACCESS: The move to make Chief and Council meetings available for live viewing online is a important step that […]

Effects of Marine Shipping

Marine shipping and boat traffic significantly shape the ecological landscape of the Snuneymuxw First Nation territories, making it essential to understand these activities’ impacts. Recently, members of Transport Canada were welcomed by the indigenous community for a cultural tour, fostering collaboration to address the effects of marine shipping on traditional lands. The visitors, representing a […]

Carex with Nature Trust: Enhancing Salmon Ecosystems

In a collaborative effort to enrich vital habitat for salmon migration, Snuneymuxw First Nation has joined forces with Nature Trust in a Carex transplant initiative. Carex, a species of native sedge and an important feature in salmon habitat has declined in density due to heavy grazing by Canadian geese. The Carex transplant involves relocating these […]

Addressing Environmental Threats: The Challenge of Derelict Vessels

 The Snuneymuxw Marine Division faces a significant challenge in dealing with derelict vessels—abandoned boats that pose environmental and navigational hazards. This complex issue demands a proactive approach to monitor, assess, and mitigate the potential consequences for the marine environment. Derelict vessels, subsequently abandoned on the Snuneymuxw First Nation’s land, present a multifaceted problem. These vessels […]