About Sumas First Nation

The Semá:th people have been here since time immemorial, time out of mind, as the history of the Semá:th people goes beyond the flood story which had taken place well over 10,000 years ago.

The Semá:th people were known as the fierce wolf people and were a part of the larger Stό:lō Nation. We are located in Abbotsford, BC, where we have been since time immemorial, and we are located where previously the Semá:th Lake and waterways were. These aquatic habitats formed an integral part of our community and our traditional way of life. Today, Semá:th has approximately 400 people, and we are continually growing.

The Governance and Natural Resources Department (“GNR”) serves a variety of functions for Sumas First Nation (“Semá:th”).  The GNR Department is mandated by the Chief and Council to help serve the needs of the community in relation to Off Reserve issues. Areas of responsibility include, litigation, negotiations, reconciliation discussions, referral processes, and relationship building for example.

Sumas First Nation participates in both external projects and join ventures.

Sumas First Nation has several departments to serve your needs.

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