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ʔaq̓am, also called St. Mary's Indian Band, are a First Nation based in the East Kootenay region of British Columbia. In the British Columbia Treaty Process They are part of the Ktunaxa Kinbasket Tribal Council.

Chief and councillors

Chief:

  • Joe Pierre Jr

Councillors:

  • Julie Birdstone
  • Codie Morigeau
  • Vickie Thomas
  • Jason Andrew

Treaty process

There are in Stage 4 of the BC Treaty Process.

History

Demographics

The Lower Kootenay First Nation has 345 members.

Economic development

Social, educational and cultural programs and facilities

See also

  • Kootenay Indian Residential School
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