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
Education Jurisdiction Vote Passes
On Thursday, December 9, 2021, Líl̓wat Nation members voted overwhelmingly in favour of the nation entering into a Canada-First Nations Education Jurisdiction Agreement and adopting an Education Law-Making Protocol. Of the 110 votes cast, 101 [...]
Líl̓wat Nation joins in exploration for Indigenous-led bid for 2030 Winter Olympics
December 10, 2021 Líl̓wat Nation to be part of exploration of historic Indigenous-led Olympic bid 2010 Games Four Host Nations to examine feasibility of hosting 2030 Winter Olympics Líl̓wat Nation is proud to announce that [...]
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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