Sts'ailes Nation facts for kids
The Sts'ailes Nation is a group of Indigenous people in British Columbia, Canada. They used to be called the Chehalis First Nation. Their traditional lands are located between the towns of Deroche and Agassiz. The Sts'ailes people speak a language called Halkomelem. They are a unique group, different from other nearby Indigenous peoples like the Sto:lo.
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Understanding the Sts'ailes Nation
The Sts'ailes Nation is a self-governing group. They manage their own affairs and lands. This includes making decisions for their community.
Who Are the Sts'ailes People?
The Sts'ailes Nation has about 1,007 members. These are the people who belong to the Nation. They live in their communities or elsewhere.
What Are Indian Reserves?
An Indian Reserve is land set aside for the use and benefit of a First Nation. The Sts'ailes Nation has control over several of these lands.
Sts'ailes Reserve Lands
The main lands under the Sts'ailes Nation's care include:
- Chehalis Indian Reserve No. 5: This is the largest reserve. It is located on the west side of the Harrison River. This is where the main community lives. It covers about 880 hectares.
- Chehalis Indian Reserve No. 6: This reserve is on the east side of the Harrison River. It is across from Reserve No. 5. It covers about 25 hectares.
- Pekw'Xe:yles: This land is shared with 23 other First Nations. It is about 10 hectares in size. This site was once a residential school. Today, it is used as a center for education and business.
Growing the Sts'ailes Economy
The Sts'ailes Nation has grown a lot over the years. In 1974, they had only one staff member. Now, the Nation and its development company employ over 200 people. This shows how much their community and businesses have expanded.
See Also
- Tribal Website
