On National Indigenous Peoples Day (June 21, 2025), a house post carved by səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) artist Zac George Sko-Kay-Lem, commissioned by the City of Vancouver, was installed in ceremony at šxʷƛ̓exən Xwtl’a7shn, the plaza outside the Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 630 Hamilton Street, in downtown Vancouver.Carved in his home studio in Sts’...
After the unthinkable tragedy that claimed a child’s life on our traditional waters recently, səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation) Chief and Council recognize and call for better safety measures, signage, and enforcement, both at the boat launch at Whey-ah-Wichen (Cates Park) and on the water to help keep Tsleil-Waututh Members and the public safe...
JOB SUMMARY:
Reporting to Climate Action & Sustainability Manager, the Energy & Climate Action Programs Coordinator is responsible for supporting implementation on Tsleil-Waututh Nation (TWN) climate action, energy and greenhouse gas emissions reduction plans and targets; as well as supporting community engagement, community awareness...
səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation), People of the Inlet, is joining the chorus of First Nations, pro-democracy organizations, environmental groups, and civil society in raising grave concerns about Bill C-5, the so-called Building Canada Act.We have serious concerns about C-5 and it’s undemocratic and likely unconstitutional process for fast-tra...
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Community Services Administrator, the Administrative Assistant/Receptionist is responsible for general office and administrative duties of the Community Development department. Customer service is a priority, and this position is the first point of contact for members accessing programs and services in th...
JOB SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Climate Action & Sustainability Manager, the Energy & Sustainability Specialist plays a key role in coordinating the implementation, monitoring and reporting on progress on the Tsleil-Waututh Nation (TWN) energy management plan, energy and greenhouse gas reductions targets and other climate action initiat...
WHO WE ARE:
The Tsleil-Waututh Nation People currently reside on the North Shore of Vancouver, BC. Since time immemorial we have occupied Village sites all around səl̓ilẃət, also known as Burrard Inlet. This is how we have come to be the People of the Inlet. Revitalization is important at Tsleil-Waututh, where you will see our language, cult...
In accordance with the First Nations Elections Act, səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation) held an election on Friday, June 13, 2025 to elect one (1) Chief and six (6) Councillors for the next term of office, beginning July 1, 2025 and ending on June 29, 2029.In total, there were 269 ballots cast for each race. Thank you all our səlilwətaɬ Members w...
Who we are:
The Tsleil-Waututh Nation People currently reside on the North Shore of Vancouver, BC. Since time immemorial we have occupied Village sites all around səl̓ilẃət, also known as Burrard Inlet. This is how we have come to be the People of the Inlet. Revitalization is important at Tsleil-Waututh, where you will see our language, cu...
On June 18, 2025, səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh Nation) and the City of Burnaby took an important step towards reconciliation by signing a co-management agreement for Barnet Marine Park, which is located along the shores of səlilwət (Burrard Inlet). This agreement formalizes a partnership between Burnaby and səlilwətaɬ to jointly ...
