Land Agreements are focused on advancing the honorable implementation of our Sarlequun Smuneymuxw Treaty of 1854, and addressing the historic and on-going violations of that Treaty by the Crown. For land/treaty negotiation updates, click here.
This work includes: advancing claims against the Crown for violations of the Treaty; engaging with the Crown and third parties who wish to use the lands and resources of Snuneymuxw Territory to ensure recognition and respect of the Treaty; and educating the public about the Treaty and its implications for all residents of Snuneymuxw Territory.
This service continues to work on developing a process for engagement with the Province on applications for the use or development of lands and resources in Snuneymuxw territory.
This includes:
- Addressing Snuneymuxw concerns about the Estuary including log booming.
- Developing a hunting protocol with BC.
- Implementing the Relationship Agreement with BC Hydro.
- Developing a comprehensive strategy for Fisheries.
- Exploring and advancing opportunities for Treaty implementation.