Lyackson First Nation facts for kids
The Lyackson First Nation is one of the many First Nations groups in Canada. They live near Chemainus, British Columbia on Vancouver Island. They are a self-governing community, meaning they make decisions for their people and manage their own affairs.
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Who Leads the Lyackson First Nation?
A First Nation community is led by a Chief and Councillors. These leaders are chosen by the community members to represent them. They work together to make important decisions for their people, like managing land, resources, and community programs.
For example, Richard Thomas has served as the Chief of the Lyackson First Nation since 2006.
How Many People Are in the Lyackson First Nation?
The word "demographics" helps us understand how many people are in a group. The Lyackson First Nation has 196 members. These are people who belong to the community and are part of the nation.
Where Does the Lyackson First Nation Live?
The Lyackson First Nation has three special areas of land called Indian Reserves. All of these reserves are located on Valdes Island. These lands are important for the community's culture, history, and future.
- Lyacksun Indian Reserve No. 3: This is the largest reserve, located near the north end of Valdes Island. It covers about 710.60 hectares (which is like 1,756 acres). 49°06′00″N 123°40′00″W / 49.10000°N 123.66667°W
- Porlier Pass Indian Reserve No. 5: This reserve is at the very southern tip of Valdes Island. It is smaller, covering about 2.0 hectares (around 5 acres). 49°01′00″N 123°36′00″W / 49.01667°N 123.60000°W
- Shingle Point Indian Reserve No.4: This reserve covers 32.0 hectares (about 79 acres). 49°03′00″N 123°38′00″W / 49.05000°N 123.63333°W
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