A Progressive Community Moving
Towards Self-Determination
Líl̓wat Nation is a progressive First Nations community located 7 km north of Pemberton, BC. With a membership of almost 2,275 people — approximately 1,490 of whom live in the community — the Líl̓wat Nation is the third largest First Nation in British Columbia.
The Nation is striving towards self-determination for, and by, its citizens by continuing to exert control over its Traditional Territory and resources. With economic development focused on land and resource management, Líl̓wat Nation is building the economic foundation for a sustainable community by exploring opportunities in retail, forestry, agriculture, energy projects and construction.
Líl̓wat Nation’s government, headed by an elected chief, a cultural chief and an 11-person council, is committed to transparency and employs best practices in all aspects of governance. Read more.
Renewed Website Coming This Spring
Líl̓wat Communications Team
Information & Claims Taking Session
First Nations child & family services and Jordan's Principle Class Action Settlement Date: April 30th, 2026 Time: 9:15am to 4pm Location: Úll̓us (downstairs meeting room) To register, please contact: Tara Ritchie, Community Advocacy advocate@lilwat.ca or [...]
Líl̓wat Nation Qwíxwla7 (sliding) ski and snowboard program 2026
The Líl̓wat Nation Qwíxwla7 (sliding) program had an end of season celebration last weekend. It's great to see so many of our youth out on the mountain skiing and snowboarding. A big thank you to [...]
COVID-19 Information
Positive? Self-isolating?
If you have tested positive for COVID-19, and are seeking information you can call the Líl̓wat Nation Emergency Response phone line at 604-902-4397. The Emergency Response phone line will be open daily Monday to Friday from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. Kúkwstum̓ckacw.
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