| People | W̱SÁNEĆ |
|---|---|
| Treaty | Douglas Treaties |
| Headquarters | Brentwood Bay |
| Province | British Columbia |
| Land[1] | |
| Main reserve | South Saanich 1 |
| Other reserve(s) |
|
| Land area | 3.3 km2 |
| Population (2024)[1] | |
| On reserve | 540 |
| On other land | 121 |
| Off reserve | 407 |
| Total population | 1068 |
| Government[1] | |
| Chief | Don Tom |
| Website | |
| tsartlip | |
TheTsartlip First Nation is aFirst Nation located on theSaanich Peninsula, inSaanich territory onVancouver Island. They are a member of theSencot'en Alliance fighting for Native rights.[2] In the 1850s, they were signatories to one of theDouglas Treaties.[3]
The band's reserve and offices are located near and to the north of the town ofBrentwood Bay.[4]
| Position | Name | Term Start | Term End | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chief | Don Tom | 12/08/2021 | 12/07/2025 | [5] |
| Chief | Ivan Morris | 12/08/2011 | 12/07/2013 | |
| Chief | Wayne Morris | 12/07/2007 | 12/06/2009 |
Not participating inBC Treaty Process.[2]
As of December 2024, Tsartlip has 1,068 registered members, 540 of whom live on reserve, with 528 living off reserve or on other crown land.[6]
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