Gitxaala Nation facts for kids
The Gitxaała Nation is a First Nations government located in the village of Lach Klan (also called Kitkatla on Canadian maps), in the North Coast region of the Canadian province of British Columbia.
Governance
The Gitxaała Nation has a Governing Council consisting of seven elected members and a Hereditary Table (Na hali Txooxgm sayt wan Sm'gygyet). The Governing Council is responsible for the administration of programs and services such as housing, public works and health services. The Hereditary Table serves an advisory role to the Governing Council and decides on the distribution of resources and territory.
Governing Council members
| Position | Name |
|---|---|
| Chief Councillor | Linda Innes |
| Deputy Chief Councillor | Bruce Innes |
| Councillor | Keith Innes |
| Councillor | Philip Gamble |
| Councillor | Joe Lewis Sr. |
| Councillor | Warren Nelson |
| Youth Councillor | Edgar George Jr. |
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