X̲wóx̲welá:lhp | Yale First Nation

The Yale First Nation is a First Nations band government located in British Columbia, Canada, with traditional territories in the Fraser Canyon area.

POPULATION
219
Rank #591 nationally
GEOGRAPHY
2.2 KM²
Rank #525 nationally
BAND COUNCIL TERM
09/06/2028
Term Expiration
Conflict Score
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Overview

Last Updated 2026-03-29 03:27:24 UTC
Name
Yale First Nation (ISC Code: 589)
Former Names
Yale Indian Band
Band Style
First Nations Band Government
Cultural Area
Fraser Canyon
Indigenous Language
Nlha7kapmx (Thompson)
Number of Registered Members
219
Phone Number
Fax Number
Address
PO BOX 1869, HOPE, BC
General Email
Not Available

Band Council

Governance Type
Not Applicable
Chief
TERRANCE TROY PETERS
Term Expires
09/06/2028
Number of Council Members
3

TERRANCE TROY PETERS

Chief

📧 Email not available
📞 Phone not available

JUDITH MORENO

Councillor

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📞 Phone not available

JANITA PETERS

Councillor

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Administrative Contacts

Financial Overview

YALE 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 MNP LLP.

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Yale First Nation achieved total revenue of $7,878,758, a decrease of 12.6%
from the prior year, primarily due to reduced other revenue sources. The Nation
generated an annual surplus of $1,750,808, down 63.1% from the prior year,
bringing accumulated surplus to $28,007,222. Net financial assets increased
15.4% to $10,956,574, while cash and portfolio investments grew to $15,312,423.
Long-term debt decreased to $5,987,831 with steady principal reductions across
multiple mortgages. Investment income from government business partnerships and
enterprises contributed $29,238, while portfolio investment income reached
$1,139,544. The Nation maintained an operating margin of 22.2% and holds a
position of financial strength with substantial reserves and diversified revenue
streams including significant investment income.

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FINANCIAL POSITION

Total Assets: $18,751,613
- Financial Assets: $18,751,613 (includes Cash: $7,704,753)
- Tangible Capital Assets: $16,999,441
- Property Under Development: $0

Total Liabilities: $7,795,039
- Long-term Debt: $5,987,831
- Accounts Payable: $437,762
- Deferred Revenue: $1,369,446

Net Financial Assets: $10,956,574 (up 15.4% from prior year)
Accumulated Surplus: $28,007,222 (up 7.8% from prior year)

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REVENUE & OPERATIONS

Total Revenue: $7,878,758 (down 12.6% from prior year)

Major Revenue Sources:
- Indigenous Services Canada: $2,492,310 (31.6%)
- Investment Income: $1,139,544 (14.5%)
- First Nation Health Authority: $563,765 (7.2%)
- Province of BC: $466,759 (5.9%)
- Department of Fisheries and Oceans: $283,118 (3.6%)
- New Relationship Trust: $260,000 (3.3%)
- Rental Income: $139,694 (1.8%)
- Other Government Funding: $120,141 (1.5%)
- Other Revenue: $2,276,254 (28.9%)
- Earnings from Nation Business Entities: $29,238 (0.4%)
- CMHC: $51,543 (0.7%)
- Pacific Salmon Commission: $51,892 (0.7%)

Total Expenditures: $6,127,950 (up 43.8% from prior year)

Major Program Expenditures:
- Economic Development & Employment: $3,002,664 (49.0%)
- Health & Social Development: $943,094 (15.4%)
- Administration & Education: $857,427 (14.0%)
- Capital Projects & Maintenance: $607,978 (9.9%)
- Housing: $404,348 (6.6%)
- Other Programs: $298,395 (4.9%)
- Special Projects: $14,044 (0.2%)

Annual Surplus: $1,750,808 (down 63.1% from prior year)
Operating Margin: 22.2%

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KEY FINANCIAL METRICS

- Financial Assets to Liabilities Ratio: 2.4:1
- Debt-to-Assets Ratio: 31.9%
- Self-Generated Revenue: 68.4% of total
- Cash Reserves: 15.1 months of operating expenses
- Business Entity Profits: $29,238 from 3 partnerships/entities

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CHIEF & COUNCIL REMUNERATION

Name Position Remuneration Expenses Total
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Troy Peters Chief $91,755 $2,515 $94,270
Judith Moreno Councillor $90,385 $3,835 $94,220
Janita Peters Councillor $87,975 $3,740 $91,715

Total Governance Compensation: $280,205 (3.6% of total revenue)

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Source: Audited consolidated financial statements, MNP LLP, August 1, 2025

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Reserves

  • ISC Code: 8105
    YALE 18
    0.7 Hectares
    YALE DIST., IN TP.17,R.26,W.6M, AN ISLAND IN THE FRASER RIVER, OFFSHORE FROM KUTHLALTH I.R. NO. 3 1.5 MLS E. OF YALE
    [49.5611912, -121.405652]
  • ISC Code: 8107
    YALE 20
    5.6 Hectares
    YALE DIST., IN SECS. 13&14, TP.7,R.26,W.6M, ON LEFT BANK OF THE FRASER RIVER, AT MOUTH OF A CREEK 2 MLS ABOVE YALE
    [49.5710971, -121.4000038]
  • ISC Code: 8110
    YALE 23
    5.6 Hectares
    YALE DIST. IN SEC. 25, ON RIGHT BANK OF THE FRASER RIVER, 3 MILES NORTH OF YALE
    [49.60101179999999, -121.4143536]
  • ISC Code: 8111
    YALE 24
    0.2 Hectares
    YALE DIST. SECS. 35&36, ON RIGHT BANK OF THE FRASER RIVER, 3 MILES NORTH OF YALE
    [49.6005656, -121.4159071]
  • ISC Code: 8100
    ALBERT FLAT 5
    52.3 Hectares
    YALE DISTRICT, ON RIGHT BANK OF THE FRASER RIVER, 3 MILES SOUTH OF YALE
    [49.5207854, -121.4200466]
  • ISC Code: 8102
    KAYKAIP 7
    10.0 Hectares
    YALE DISTRICT, IN TP.6,R.26,W.6M, ON LEFT BANK OF THE FRASER RIVER AT MOUTH OF KEIKUM CREEK
    [49.48952629999999, -121.4149941]
  • ISC Code: 8104
    LUKSEETSISSUM 9
    53.9 Hectares
    YALE DISTRICT IN TPS.4&5,R.27,W.6M, ON RIGHT BANK OF THE FRASER RIVER, AT RUBY CREEK C.P. STATION
    [49.3526289, -121.612278]
  • ISC Code: 8099
    QUALARK 4
    10.0 Hectares
    YALE DISTRICT, IN TP.6,R.26,W.6M LEFT BANK OF FRASER RIVER AT MOUTH OF QUALARK CREEK
    [49.5251346, -121.4138102]
  • ISC Code: 8101
    SQUEAH 6
    16.8 Hectares
    YALE DISTRICT, ON LEFT BANK OF THE FRASER RIVER, AT MOUTH OF THE SUKA CREEK
    [49.5020117, -121.4133282]
  • ISC Code: 8108
    YALE 21
    1.3 Hectares
    YALE DIST. IN TP.7,R.26,W.6M, ON LEFT BANK OF THE FRASER RIVER, NORTH MOUTH OF SIWASH CREEK
    [49.5828064, -121.399794]
  • ISC Code: 8109
    YALE 22
    3.4 Hectares
    YALE DIST. SEC.24, ON RIGHT BANK OF FRASER RIVER, 3 MILES N. OF YALE INCL A GRAVEYARD AND ROCKS CLAIMED BY BILLY SWALLSEA
    [49.5852434, -121.4034199]
  • ISC Code: 8112
    YALE 25
    0.3 Hectares
    YALE DIST. SECS. 25&36, ON LEFT BANK OF THE FRASER RIVER, 3 MILES NORTH OF YALE
    [49.6004296, -121.4123316]
  • ISC Code: 8097
    YALE TOWN 1
    6.4 Hectares
    YALE DISTRICT, IN SEC. 14, ON RIGHT BANK OF THE FRASE RIVER AT YALE
    [49.5624821, -121.4233132]
  • ISC Code: 8098
    4 1/2 MILE 2
    4.3 Hectares
    YALE DISTRICT, IN SECS. 35&36, TP.6, T.26, W.6M ON RIGHT BANK OF THE FRASER RIVER, 3 MLS N.E. OF YALE
    [25.547115, 91.850166]
  • ISC Code: 8106
    YALE 19
    0.7 Hectares
    YALE DIST. IN TP.17, R.26, W.6M, ON LEFT BANK OF THE FRASER RIVER, NORTH OF AND ADJOINING KUTHLALTH I.R. NO. 3
    [49.5661779, -121.3975928]
  • ISC Code: 10236
    XWOXWELÁ:IHP 26
    0.1 Hectares
    YALE DIVISION YALE DISCTRICT SECTION 9, TOWNSHIP 5, RANGE 26, WEST OF THE 6TH MERIDIAN
    [nil, nil]
  • ISC Code: 8103
    STULLAWHEETS 8
    52.6 Hectares
    YALE DISTRICT, ON RIGHT BANK OF THE FRASER RIVER, AT CHOATE C.P. STATION
    [49.470958, -121.426066]

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