Sekw’el’was | Cayoose Creek First Nation

The Cayoose Creek First Nation is a Secwepemc (Shuswap) community located near Lillooet, British Columbia, with a long history of indigenous governance and cultural preservation.

POPULATION
217
Rank #589 nationally
GEOGRAPHY
7.2 KM²
Rank #433 nationally
BAND COUNCIL TERM
05/29/2027
Term Expiration
Conflict Score
Community Profile

Overview

Last Updated 2026-03-31 06:41:32 UTC
Name
Cayoose Creek (ISC Code: 591)
Former Names
Cayuse Creek Band
Band Style
First Nation
Cultural Area
Interior British Columbia
Indigenous Language
Secwepemctsin
Number of Registered Members
217
Phone Number
Fax Number
Address
PO BOX 484, LILLOOET, BC
General Email
Not Available

Band Council

Governance Type
Not Applicable
Chief
BONNIE ADOLPH
Term Expires
05/29/2027
Number of Council Members
4

BONNIE ADOLPH

Chief

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JOLENE ALEC

Councillor

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ROBIN FRANK

Councillor

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JESSICA HOPKINS

Councillor

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Administrative Contacts

Financial Overview

CAYOOSE CREEK INDIAN BAND FINANCIAL SUMMARY
Fiscal Year 2022-2023 (Ending March 31, 2023)

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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 Reid Hurst Nagy Inc.

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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Cayoose Creek Indian Band generated total revenue of $4,763,636, a decrease of
9.7% from the prior year. The Nation achieved an annual deficit of $103,417
after adjusting for deferred revenue transfers, compared to a surplus of
$371,493 in 2022. However, the Nation reported a surplus of $581,966 before
deferred revenue adjustments. Accumulated surplus decreased 2.6% to $3,824,679.
Net financial assets decreased 2.9% to $2,159,601. Cash holdings increased
22.2% to $4,704,889, representing 13.5 months of operating expenses. Long-term
debt decreased 15.3% to $1,245,651. Revenue sources included ISC funding
($1,870,104), BC Hydro ($590,229), First Nations Health Authority ($487,459),
and various other government and own-source revenues. The Nation maintains
substantial cash reserves despite the operating deficit.

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FINANCIAL POSITION

Total Assets: $7,939,923
- Financial Assets: $6,274,845 (includes Cash: $4,704,889)
- Tangible Capital Assets: $1,652,162
- Prepaid Expenses: $12,916

Total Liabilities: $4,115,244
- Long-term Debt: $1,245,651
- Accounts Payable: $889,685
- Deferred Revenue: $1,955,717
- Replacement Reserve Fund: $24,191

Net Financial Assets: $2,159,601 (down 2.9% from prior year)
Accumulated Surplus: $3,824,679 (down 2.6% from prior year)

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REVENUE & OPERATIONS

Total Revenue: $4,763,636 (down 9.7% from prior year)

Major Revenue Sources:
- Indigenous Services Canada: $1,870,104 (39.3%)
- Government of Canada: $703,988 (14.8%)
- BC Hydro: $590,229 (12.4%)
- First Nations Health Authority: $487,459 (10.2%)
- Own Source Revenues: $300,043 (6.3%)
- Province of BC: $208,040 (4.4%)
- Other: $169,545 (3.6%)
- Interest: $130,462 (2.7%)
- Rental: $93,900 (2.0%)
- Lillooet Tribal Council: $69,542 (1.5%)
- First Nations Education Steering Committee: $54,530 (1.1%)
- Property Tax Assessed: $34,947 (0.7%)
- Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation: $30,850 (0.6%)
- First Nations Emergency Services: $16,997 (0.4%)
- Donations: $3,000 (0.1%)

Total Expenditures: $4,181,670 (up 10.1% from prior year)

Major Program Expenditures:
- Business Planning: $1,054,693 (25.2%)
- First Nation Health Authority: $497,904 (11.9%)
- Capacity Building: $471,732 (11.3%)
- Band Support: $716,728 (17.1%)
- Public Works: $351,704 (8.4%)
- Education: $341,227 (8.2%)
- Social Assistance: $290,171 (6.9%)
- Capital Fund: $170,581 (4.1%)
- Community Pillar Services: $148,348 (3.5%)
- Band Housing: $86,485 (2.1%)
- CMHC Housing: $52,097 (1.2%)

Annual Surplus Before Deferred Revenue: $581,966
Deferred Revenue Adjustments: ($685,383)
Annual Deficit After Adjustments: ($103,417)
Operating Margin (before deferrals): 12.2%

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KEY FINANCIAL METRICS

- Financial Assets to Liabilities Ratio: 1.52:1
- Debt-to-Assets Ratio: 15.7%
- Self-Generated Revenue: 24.1% of total
- Cash Reserves: 13.5 months of operating expenses
- Investment in Government Business Enterprises: Not available

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CHIEF & COUNCIL REMUNERATION

Name Position Remuneration Expenses Total
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Michelle Edwards Chief $23,175 $15,674 $38,849
Robin Frank Councillor $22,175 $4,678 $26,853
Jessica Hopkins Councillor $21,575 $3,784 $25,359
Bonnie Adolph Councillor $20,775 $3,300 $24,075

Total Governance Compensation: $115,136 (2.4% of total revenue)

Note: Per the auditor's qualified review report, this schedule excludes
payments made by Government Entities to Chief and Councillors, as disclosed
only for remuneration paid directly by the Band.

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Source: Audited consolidated financial statements, Reid Hurst Nagy Inc.,
January 27, 2025

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Reserves

  • ISC Code: 8117
    CAYOOSH CREEK 1
    140.2 Hectares
    LILLOOET DISTRICT, SOUTH OF THE SETON RIVER AT MOUTH ON THE FRASER RIVER AND WEST OF LOT 3, G.1
    [50.6726411, -121.9317971]
  • ISC Code: 8119
    PASHILQUA 2A
    262.2 Hectares
    LILLOOET DISTRICT, LOT 5276, 3 MILES SOUTH OF THE TOWN OF LILLOOET
    [50.6486554, -121.9394317]
  • ISC Code: 8118
    PASHILQUA 2
    317.7 Hectares
    LILLOOET DISTRICT, ON RIGHT BANK OF THE FRASER RIVER, 3 MLS BELOW TOWN OF LILLOOET
    [50.65120659999999, -121.9121846]

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