Managing Tla’amin’s finances and information systems so members always have clear, accessible information about how the Nation’s money is raised, spent, and reported.
Keeping the Nation’s Tala Safe
Audited financial statements, compensation reports, dividend information, and financial forms are handled by the finance team. We also support leaseholders with property tax information and payment processes, and keep our digital services current so members can access what they need when they need it.
Tla’amin Nation Fiscal Context
Tla’amin Nation delivers services across three levels of government, federal, provincial, and local (municipal type) systems at the same time. Because responsibilities and funding span multiple levels of government, population-based budget comparisons with other governments are often inaccurate and misleading.
Federal-level services Tla’amin delivers or administers some services funded through federal systems, including community health programming, citizenship services, income assistance, on-lands housing programs, and certain education supports.
Provincial-level services Tla’amin delivers many services typically administered by the Province of British Columbia, often through agreements or delegated authority. These include primary health care, mental health and addictions services, child and family services, public health programs, lands and resource management and planning, workforce training, and K–12 education supports.
Local (municipal type) services Tla’amin Nation also delivers services comparable to those provided by municipalities, tailored to the needs of the Tla’amin community and lands. Examples include parks and recreation, water and wastewater systems, solid waste and recycling, roads and street lighting, fire protection, community safety, and local bylaws.
Audited financial statements and annual reports are located on this page. These documents are updated annually and include clear summaries, annual rates, and contact information for follow-up questions.
Leaseholders receive an annual mail out that outlines due dates, payment instructions, and who to contact for support.
Dividend details, eligibility information, and related forms are available in our news and events section. A dedicated email address (dividends@tn-bc.ca) connects members to the right support staff.
Our Commitment to Transparency
Tla’amin’s Administration and Finance Law sets out the Nation’s legal obligations to keep members informed:
- Audited annual financial statements are presented to Tla’amin Citizens at the annual general meeting and are available for inspection at our administrative offices during business hours.
- A full annual report, including audited statements and special purpose reports, is prepared within 180 days of each fiscal year end and provided to any member who requests it.
- Remuneration and expenses paid to elected officials are reported annually.
- Before Council approves major decisions, including annual budget deficits, large expenditures over $2,000,000, or new borrowing over $500,000, a public notice goes out at least 10 business days in advance and a community information session is held so members can ask questions and share their views.
- Meeting notices and agendas are posted in the Neh Motl newsletter, on the Tla’amin website, and at the Governance House.
If you have questions about any of these obligations or can’t find something you’re looking for, reach out and we’ll point you in the right direction.