Pópkw’em | Popkum First Nation

The Popkum First Nation is a First Nations band government located in southwestern British Columbia, situated in the traditional territory of Coast Salish peoples.

POPULATION
13
Rank #634 nationally
GEOGRAPHY
1.8 KM²
Rank #547 nationally
BAND COUNCIL TERM
Indefinite
Term Expiration
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Overview

Last Updated 2026-03-31 20:42:03 UTC
Name
Popkum First Nation (ISC Code: 585)
Former Names
Popkum Band
Band Style
First Nations
Cultural Area
Coast Salish Territory
Indigenous Language
Halkomelem
Number of Registered Members
13
Band Website
Not Available
Phone Number
Fax Number
Address
54941 JULSETH ROAD, POPKUM, BC
General Email
Not Available

Band Council

Governance Type
Not Applicable
Chief
JAMES MURPHY
Term Expires
Not Applicable
Number of Council Members
1

JAMES MURPHY

Chief

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Financial Overview

POPKUM FIRST NATION FINANCIAL SUMMARY
Fiscal Year 2017-2018 (Ending March 31, 2018)

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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 MNP LLP.

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Popkum First Nation experienced exceptional financial improvement in fiscal
2017-2018, generating total revenue of $1,164,554 (up 246.5% from prior year)
and achieving an annual surplus of $483,762 compared to a prior year deficit of
$169,803. The Nation's accumulated surplus reached $434,680 from a deficit
position of $49,082 the previous year. Cash position strengthened significantly
to $440,020 from $12,359, while long-term debt was eliminated entirely through
debt forgiveness of $70,798. Net financial assets improved dramatically to
$432,085 from net debt of $52,149. Other income increased substantially to
$856,036, representing 73.5% of total revenue and demonstrating significant
revenue diversification beyond government transfers.

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FINANCIAL POSITION

Total Assets: $476,290
- Financial Assets: $473,695 (includes Cash: $440,020)
- Tangible Capital Assets: $2,595
- Funds Held in Trust: $3,575

Total Liabilities: $41,610
- Long-term Debt: $0
- Accounts Payable: $41,610

Net Financial Assets: $432,085 (up from net debt of $52,149 prior year)
Accumulated Surplus: $434,680 (up from deficit of $49,082 prior year)

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REVENUE & OPERATIONS

Total Revenue: $1,164,554 (up 246.5% from prior year)

Major Revenue Sources:
- Other Income: $856,036 (73.5%)
- Indigenous Services Canada: $100,572 (8.6%)
- Gain on Debt Forgiveness: $70,798 (6.1%)
- Rental Income: $54,698 (4.7%)
- Province of BC: $45,930 (3.9%)
- Property Taxation: $27,345 (2.3%)
- BC Hydro: $9,070 (0.8%)
- Ottawa Trust: $105 (0.01%)

Total Expenditures: $680,792 (up 34.6% from prior year)

Major Program Expenditures:
- Administration: $471,244 (69.2%)
- Rights and Title: $209,548 (30.8%)

Annual Surplus: $483,762 (prior year deficit of $169,803)
Operating Margin: 41.5%

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KEY FINANCIAL METRICS

- Financial Assets to Liabilities Ratio: 11.4:1
- Debt-to-Assets Ratio: 0%
- Self-Generated Revenue: 84.0% of total
- Cash Reserves: 7.8 months of operating expenses
- Business Entity Profits: $0 from 1 entity (Popkum FN Development Corp)

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CHIEF & COUNCIL REMUNERATION

Name Position Remuneration Expenses Total
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James Murphy Chief $85,931 $1,460 $87,391

Total Governance Compensation: $87,391 (7.5% of total revenue)

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AUDITOR'S NOTES

The auditor issued a qualified opinion due to:
- Insufficient documentation for $126,344 in expenses (unclassified)
- Insufficient documentation for $91,036 in other income
- Missing budgeted information required by Canadian Public Sector Accounting
Standards

These limitations in scope prevented full verification of certain financial
information. Users should consider these qualifications when reviewing the
financial position.

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Source: Audited consolidated financial statements, MNP LLP, September 17, 2025

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