Penelakut Tribe

Spune’luxutth is a healthy, safe and independent community guided by our strong culture. Our vibrant local economy and our extensive community facilities, services, and programs sustain our independence, safety, health, and our people. We live off the ocean, and our water and land are clean and pristine.

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Chief & Council

Penelakut Tribe has Council elections every four years, which allows for 9 Council members and 1 Chief Council. There is a community meeting that gives people the opportunity to nominate potential candidates and this list of nominees is used for the election ballots.

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Upcoming Community Events

Nov 20 – Dec 11 | Virtual Sessions

Clements Centre - Join the Conversation!

You are invited to take part in virtual consultation sessions with Clements Centre, a not-for-profit organization providing development supports to children, youth, adults, and families across the Cowichan Region. Your insights will help strengthen services and …
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Community News

Nov 8, 2025

Public Statement from the Penelakut First Nation FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE!

The Penelakut First Nation stands in solidarity with the First Nations Leadership Council in demanding the immediate resignation of MLA Dallas Brodie. We are deeply troubled by her recent actions and statements, which not only harm our community members who have …
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Oct 27, 2025

Penelakut Tribes Annual General Meeting Update & Reminder!

We will have an updated zoom invitation posted soon for the Penelakut Tribe community members that cannot attend in person, and please understand that this’s Strictly for Penelakut Tribe Community members! If you would like the zoom invitation in advance, please …
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Community Services

Health

Penelakut Health utilizes a blend of services that are based on traditional and modern practices to create a well-rounded service for membership.

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Education

The Education Department of Penelakut Tribe is committed to helping its members to achieve their educational goals and aspirations.

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Housing

Penelakut Tribe has a foundation of infrastructure that will support the growth and development of the community.

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Governance

Penelakut Tribe is governed by its elected Chief and Council and is striving towards becoming a self-governing community.

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Economic Development

Penelakut Tribe has developed strategic planning for its Economic Development Department to use as a guideline for future and current opportunities.

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Lands & Resources

The Lands and Resources Departments continue to work towards a sustainable development that will meet our community's needs.

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