Phone: (250) 769-4999
Fax: (250) 769-4377
Email: mail@wfn.ca

Councillor Larry Derrickson

Community Involvement and/or Relevant Experience

Former Manager, Intergovernmental Affairs
Councillor for Westbank First Nation for six terms (twelve years)
Political representative
Policy maker
Bylaw enactment, law development
Facilitator of community based development projects in the following areas:
- Self-government
- Treaty Negotiations
- Gaming
- Social Programs
- Taxation
- Lands
- Finance
- Capital Programs
- Personnel and Administration
- Employment and Development Training
Held various Corporate Directorships including:
- Westbank First Nation Development Company
- Westbank Casino Corporation
- Heartland Economics Ltd.
- Sookinchute Utility

being responsible and accountable to the Westbank First Nation membership
advancing the protection and preservation of WFN Aboriginal Title and Rights
continue building the WFN government and jurisdiction for the benefit of Westbank First Nation members
Participate in creating a climate that supports community input and seeks direction in developing a community vision
Support sustainable economic growth as a sound financial base to support the health and well-being of all Westbank First Nation members
Represent the interests and rights of the Westbank First Nation members before the federal, provincial and municipal governments