Áthelets | Aitchelitz First Nation

The Aitchelitz First Nation is a small Indigenous community located in the Chilliwack area of British Columbia, traditionally situated along the Fraser River.

POPULATION
41
Rank #628 nationally
GEOGRAPHY
5.9 KM²
Rank #462 nationally
BAND COUNCIL TERM
Indefinite
Term Expiration
Conflict Score
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Overview

Last Updated 2026-03-26 13:02:59 UTC
Name
Aitchelitz (ISC Code: 558)
Former Names
Aitchelitz Indian Band
Band Style
First Nation
Cultural Area
Fraser Valley, Coast Salish Territory
Indigenous Language
Halq'eméylem
Number of Registered Members
41
Phone Number
Not Available
Fax Number
Not Available
Address
7256 CHILLIWACK RIVER ROAD, CHILLIWACK, BC
General Email
Not Available

Band Council

Governance Type
Custom Electoral System: Hereditary Chief
Chief
ANGIE BAILEY
Term Expires
Not Applicable
Number of Council Members
2

LEONA SAM

Councillor

📞 Phone not available

ANGIE BAILEY

Hereditary Chief

📞 Phone not available

Administrative Contacts

Alicia George-Bailey

Lands Manager

📞 Phone not available

Financial Overview

AITCHELITZ FIRST NATION FINANCIAL SUMMARY
Fiscal Year 2024-2025 (Ending March 31, 2025)

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DISCLAIMER: This financial summary was generated using artificial intelligence
based on publicly available audited financial statements and has been reviewed
by a human analyst. While care has been taken to ensure accuracy, users should
verify critical information against the original audited financial statements
prepared by Manning Elliott LLP.

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Aitchelitz First Nation achieved revenue of $10.0M (up 270%) and an annual
surplus of $8.2M (up 576%), resulting in accumulated surplus of $26.5M and net
financial assets of $21.4M. Cash holdings increased 75% to $17.3M while debt
decreased 4% to $865K. The Nation demonstrated significant government funding
growth through Indigenous Services Canada ($7.5M, up 2,003% from $357K),
representing a fundamental shift in funding relationships. With business
partnerships generating $614K in income and investment income of $611K, the
Nation achieved an 82% operating margin. The strong financial position reflects
major program expansion and infrastructure investment capacity.

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FINANCIAL POSITION

Total Assets: $28,357,754
- Financial Assets: $23,224,974 (includes Cash: $17,298,903)
- Tangible Capital Assets: $5,095,026
- Prepaid Expenses and Deposits: $37,754

Total Liabilities: $1,847,407
- Long-term Debt: $864,665
- Minors Trust Fund: $505,893
- Accounts Payable: $471,349
- Deposits: $5,700

Net Financial Assets: $21,377,567 (up 59.8% from prior year)
Accumulated Surplus: $26,510,347 (up 44.7% from prior year)

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REVENUE & OPERATIONS

Total Revenue: $10,032,029 (up 270.2% from prior year)

Major Revenue Sources:
- Indigenous Services Canada: $7,513,941 (74.9%)
- Income from Government Business Partnerships: $614,347 (6.1%)
- Investment/Interest Income: $610,540 (6.1%)
- Gaming Revenue: $256,306 (2.6%)
- Property Tax Revenue: $126,746 (1.3%)
- CMHC: $122,977 (1.2%)
- Rental Income: $101,460 (1.0%)
- First Nation Education Steering Committee: $90,291 (0.9%)
- Other: $445,595 (4.4%)
- Income from Government Business Enterprises: $49,852 (0.5%)
- BC Aboriginal Child Care Society: $50,000 (0.5%)
- First Nation Health Authority: $44,412 (0.4%)
- Sto:lo Service Agency Society: $5,562 (0.1%)

Total Expenditures: $1,843,839 (up 23.1% from prior year)

Major Program Expenditures:
- Housing, Community Planning and Projects: $985,074 (53.4%)
- Administration: $381,483 (20.7%)
- Community Maintenance: $103,182 (5.6%)
- Property Taxation: $89,687 (4.9%)
- Social Housing: $59,116 (3.2%)
- Amortization: $225,297 (12.2%)

Annual Surplus: $8,182,040 (up 575.4% from prior year)
Operating Margin: 81.6%

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KEY FINANCIAL METRICS

- Financial Assets to Liabilities Ratio: 12.57:1
- Debt-to-Assets Ratio: 3.0%
- Self-Generated Revenue: 25% of total
- Cash Reserves: 113 months of operating expenses
- Business Entity Profits: $664K from partnerships and enterprises

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CHIEF & COUNCIL REMUNERATION

Name Position Remuneration Expenses Total
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Angie Bailey Chief $119,053 $65,082 $184,135
Leona Sam Councillor $88,301 $18,452 $106,753

Total Governance Compensation: $290,888 (2.90% of total revenue)

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Source: Audited consolidated financial statements, Manning Elliott LLP, August 12, 2025

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