Four Pillars Society Settlement
Four Pillars Society Settlement – Community Plan Introduction
What it is:
Gitsegukla First Nation is one of 325 Band Class Members receiving funds from the $2.8 billion Four Pillars Society Settlement with the Government of Canada.
This settlement is not an individual payment — it supports the Band’s 5–10-year community plan to develop programs and services for members.
Purpose of the Plan:
Funding will focus on four foundational areas:
- Heritage
- Culture
- Wellness
- Language
Community Involvement:
All Gitsegukla members (on and off-reserve) are invited to participate in engagement sessions throughout October and November 2025 to help shape the plan and share input on future programs and services.
First Engagement Session:
- Date: Tuesday, October 14, 2025
- Time: 5:00 – 8:00 PM
- Location: Community School Hall – Gitsegukla
- Purpose: Learn about the Four Pillars planning process, meet the facilitation team, and share ideas.
More engagement sessions will be announced in the coming weeks.
Planning Support:
The community planning is supported by Mandy Cormier, an experienced community development advisor who has worked with Indigenous communities across BC, the Northwest Territories, and New Zealand in areas such as mental wellness, cultural revitalization, and language-based programming.
Contact Information:
Primary Contact – Mandy Cormier
Community Engagement Helper (Consultant)
Email: mandyccormier@gmail.com
Secondary Contact – Susan Miller
Interim Band Manager
Gitsegukla First Nation
Email: susan.miller@gitsegukla.net
Phone: 250-849-5490