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Tsleil-Waututh

1. What is the First Nation Called?
Tsleil-Waututh Nation (Burrard Band)

2. How is the First Nation established?
Legislation

Please Describe:
Band pursuant to the provisions of the Indian Act.

Is there an attachment?
No

3. Who are the aboriginal people represented by the First Nation?
The Tsleil Waututh Peoples also known as the Burrard Peoples.

4. How many aboriginal people are represented by the First Nation?
291

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.
Squamish Indian Band, Musqueam Indian Band and the Kwayquitlum (Coquitlam) Indian Band.

6. What is the First Nation's traditional territory in BC?
See attached map.
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 - see attached.

8. Contact Person: Leonard George
Official Title: Chief
Phone Numbers:
Main: 929-3454 Office
Others: 929-4714 Fax

Submitted by: Leonard George
Title: Chief
Date: 02/02/94


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