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Musqueam

1. What is the First Nation Called?
Musqueam Nation

2. How is the First Nation established?
Legislation

Please Describe:
Recognized by the Government of Canada under the Indian Act , R.S.C. 1983, S. 94

Is there an attachment?
Yes

3. Who are the aboriginal people represented by the First Nation?
The present day descendents of the original Xw'muthk'i'um people.

4. How many aboriginal people are represented by the First Nation?
890

Is there any other First Nation that claims to represent the aboriginal people described in questions 3 and 4? If so, please list.

5. Please list any First Nations with whom the First Nation may have overlapping or shared territory.
Coquitlam, Tseil-Waututh, Squamish, Tsawwassen, Aboriginal people from residing in greater Vancouver.

6. What is the First Nation's traditional territory in BC?
Declaration
Attach a map or other document, if available or describe.
Map Available?
Yes

7. Is the First Nation mandated by its constituents to submit a Statement of Intent to negotiate a treaty with Canada and British Columbia under the treaty process?
Yes

How did you receive your Mandate? (Please provide documentation)
Band Council Resolution

8. Contact Person: Gail Sparrow
Official Title: Chief
Phone Numbers:
Main: 263-3261 Office
Others: 263-4212 Fax

Submitted by:
Title: Chief and Council
Date: 12/15/93


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