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

Community News

Aug 22, 2024

Penelakut Boat Ramp closure August 27th

Attention everyone! As you might have already noticed, the new construction is underway. The construction company has a barge scheduled on Tuesday, August 27th, 2024 set to arrive at 3 am. The crew will start to offload starting around 9 AM with the tide. Trucks …
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Jul 26, 2024

Ongoing Education for the Penelakut Stewardship Crew

With the goal of bringing cutting edge marine science to the Penelakut Tribe the team looks to continue to develop the technical skills and knowledge to run the latest in marine technology. One such tool is the use of Remotely Operated Underwater Vehicles (ROV’s) …
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Jul 16, 2024

SPUNE'LUXTTH MARCH for the CHILDREN

Massive march to honor children of Canada’s indigenous residential schools Monday, August 05, 2024 8:30 am Chemainus Sea Market/Chemainus Ferry terminal Everyone is Welcome To view the flyer, please click on the link below: Monday August 5th 2024
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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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