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Governance

Naut’sa mawt Tribal Council is a non-profit society operating under the BC Society Act. The Tribal Council receives core funding from Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) under the Tribal Council Policy Program and from earned income through Naut’sa mawt Resources Group (NRG), which includes partnerships, corporate subsidiaries, event management, building inspections, and marketing services.

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Naut’sa mawt Tribal Council

Naut’sa mawt Tribal Council is governed by a Board of Directors that advises and guides the organization in alignment with its values, missions, and strategic plan. The Board of Directors consists of one representative from elected leadership in each of the ten Member Nations.

Naut’sa mawt Resources Group

Naut’sa mawt Resources Group is governed by three or more members of the Naut’sa mawt Tribal Council Board of Directors and associated individuals.

A group of Naut'sa mawt Elders gathered around tables for a meeting or workshop
A close-up of an Elder’s hands clasped over a walking cane

Elders’ Advisory Council

The Naut’sa mawt Tribal Council Elders’ Advisory Council serves the vital role of providing guidance and wisdom to the Naut’sa mawt Tribal Council Board of Directors and Tribal Council in traditional protocols, culture, and languages.

Youth Council

The Naut’sa mawt Tribal Council Youth Council offers a supportive platform for people up to age 30 to acquire knowledge, cultivate communication skills, and foster leadership qualities. One or two youth per Member Nation can be appointed to the Youth Council.

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Governance Publications & Reports

Constitution

The Naut’sa mawt Tribal Council Constitution identifies the name and purpose of the organization. All other relevant details are contained in the Bylaws.

Bylaws

The Naut’sa mawt Tribal Council Bylaws outline the rules by which the organization operates as a non-profit under the BC Society Act.

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2024-25 Annual Report

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Naut’sa mawt Tribal Council Annual Report 2024/25

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