Kwantlen First Nation

spokesperson@kwantlen.community

LEGAL NOTICE: This website is managed by the Kwantlen Band Council members elected on November 27th, 2022. The legality of the November 27th Council, as well as the methods employed for its creation, are currently in dispute. Hereditary Chief Marilyn Gabriel, along with Councillors Tumia Knott and Les Antone, contest the legitimacy of the Council. As it stands, Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) recognizes these three individuals as the official government of the Kwantlen First Nation. ISC maintains that it will not acknowledge any change in the Kwantlen government unless directed by a court order. Consequently, the government led by Marilyn Gabriel, Tumia Knott, and Les Antone retains exclusive jurisdiction under the Indian Act to make decisions and enter into agreements on behalf of the Kwantlen First Nation. In light of this ongoing legal dispute, the Council elected on November 27, 2022, respectfully requests that all external parties restrict their interactions with Ms. Gabriel's council to Kwantlen’s governmental, business or consultation functions. We further ask that you refrain from contacting them for participation in ceremonial activities. Although they currently hold legal standing as the government under Canadian law, this matter is being addressed in the courts and their status may change in due course.