Tsartlip First Nation

The Tsartlip First Nation is a First Nation located on the Saanich Peninsula, in Saanich territory on Vancouver Island. They are a member of the Sencot'en Alliance fighting for Native rights.[1] In the 1850s they were signatories to one of the Douglas Treaties.[2]

The band's reserve and offices are located near and to the north of the town of Brentwood Bay.[3]

Past Chiefs

Position Name Term Start Term End Reference
Chief Ivan Morris 12/08/2011 12/07/2013
Chief Wayne Morris 12/07/2007 12/06/2009 [4]

Treaty Process

Not participating in BC Treaty Process.[1]

Demographics

INAC number 653, the Tsawout First Nation has 766 members.[5]

References


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