Tsartlip First Nation
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The Tsartlip First Nation is a First Nation located on the Saanich Peninsula, in Saanich territory on Vancouver Island. They are a member of the Sencot'en Alliance fighting for Native rights.[1] In the 1850s they were signatories to one of the Douglas Treaties.[2]
The band's reserve and offices are located near and to the north of the town of Brentwood Bay.[3]
Past Chiefs[edit]
| Position | Name | Term Start | Term End | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chief | Ivan Morris | 12/08/2011 | 12/07/2013 | |
| Chief | Wayne Morris | 12/07/2007 | 12/06/2009 | [4] |
Treaty Process[edit]
Not participating in BC Treaty Process.[1]
Demographics[edit]
INAC number 653, the Tsawout First Nation has 766 members.[5]
References[edit]
- ^ a b "Alliance maps out at-risk treaty lands". CanWest MediaWorks Publications Inc. June 22, 2006. Retrieved July 26, 2009.
- ^ "Douglas Treaties: 1850-1854". Executive Council of British Columbia. 2009. Retrieved July 28, 2009.
- ^ Band website
- ^ "Tsartlip". Government of Canada. Indian and Northern Affairs Canada. 2009. Retrieved July 26, 2009.
- ^ "Tsartlip". Government of Canada. Indian and Northern Affairs Canada. 2009. Retrieved July 26, 2009.
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