Statement of Intent

Yekooche

1. What is the First Nation Called?
Yekooche Nation

2. How is the First Nation established?
Legislation

Please Describe:
Established as a Band under the Indian Act.

Is there an attachment?
No

3. Who are the aboriginal people represented by the First Nation?
The Yekooche are a people of what the non-natives refer to as Carrier Indians.

4. How many aboriginal people are represented by the First Nation?
Approximately 165 people.

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.
Carsooat and Whitefish Lake Reserves, Tl'azt'en Nation

6. What is the First Nation's traditional territory in BC?
see traditional territory 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)
The Separation Committee and Acting Chief William Joseph, Acting Councillors Roy Joseph and Marianne Joseph, along with the traditional Chief (Keyoh Whu-du-chun) Johnny Joseph Sr., has authorized this statement of Intent to negotiate a treaty on behalf of the Yekooche Nation.

8.	Contact Person:	Erling V. Christensen
	Official Title:	Director of Land Claims and Self-Government
	Phone Numbers:

	Main:	604 - 331-0400 Office
	Others:	604 - 331-0045 Fax

	Submitted by:	Erling V. Christensen
	Title:	Director of Land Claims and Self-Government
	Date:	11/08/94