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FNTC: NEWS STORIES
First Nations Gazette: Two decades of supporting the legal voice of First Nations
On June 21, 2017, the First Nations Gazette (www.fng.ca) celebrates its 20th anniversary. For the past two decades, The First Nations Gazette (FNG) has been supporting the legal voice of First Nations and continues in its role supporting the emerging voice of First Nation self-determination. Laws and regulations that govern the daily lives of Canadians are published in the Canada Gazette. The role of the Canada Gazette is to provide access to these laws and regulations, to engage citizens and to COMPLETE STORY
First Nations Tax Commission and Kamloops Chamber join to submit resolutions to the Canadian Chamber of Commerce
Two joint resolutions written by the First Nations Tax Commission and Kamloops Chamber of Commerce have been accepted by the BC Chamber of Commerce and will now go to the Canadian Chamber of Commerce. Background Over the past two months, both the First Nations Tax Commission and the Kamloops Chamber of Commerce have been working closely in seeking resolutions of support from the B.C. Chamber of Commerce for two much needed and important First Nation-led initiatives. Both resolutions have been COMPLETE STORY
In the news: Taxing First Nations promotes accountability, good governance
On May 19, 2017, Business in Vancouver published an article by Joseph Quesnel of the Fraser Institute on the benefits of taxation for First Nation governance. The following is an excerpt of the article: Many indigenous communities consider tax exemption to be sacrosanct. But other First Nations now realize that raising funds through taxation is essential to modern governance. Whitecap Dakota First Nation in Saskatchewan recently signed an agreement in principle to move toward even greater self-government. They are clear how they COMPLETE STORY
Tulo Student Profile: Gailene William
The Williams Lake Indian Band understands the importance of increasing source revenues as federal funding remains stagnant and even dwindles. Without additional funds, the band cannot grow or plan for the future. Own source revenue in the forms of taxation plays a vital role. In Williams Lake, Gailene William is taking on this role in addition to her job as the payroll/benefits administration clerk. Recently, we were able to sit down with Gailene and get her perspective on Tulo and Taxation. COMPLETE STORY
Public Policy Forum – Expanding the Circle
In February 2017, the Public Policy Forum held a one-day conference, “Expanding the Circle: What Reconciliation and Inclusive Economic Growth Can Mean for First Nations and Canada”. With approximately 150 delegates, the conference was co-hosted by the National Aboriginal Economic Development Board, the National Aboriginal Capital Corporation Association and Indigenous and Northern Affairs Canada. FNTC’s Chief Commissioner C.T. (Manny) Jules appeared on a panel, “Taking Action for Reconciliation and Inclusive Economic Growth”, where he outlined his position for improving the COMPLETE STORY