Community Description
The Little Shuswap Indian Band (also Little Shuswap Lake Indian Band) is a First Nations band government of a community of the Secwepemc (Shuswap) Nation, located in the Central Interior region of British Columbia, Canada. Its main reserve is in Chase, British Columbia, sometimes marked Squilax on maps ("black bear" in the Shuswap language) is properly called Quaaout, and is on the shore of Little Shuswap Lake. The Little Shuswap Lake Indian Band seeks to become a strong self reliant community having Cultural and Traditional values to ensure a balanced and productive future for all members.
Treaty or Tribal Association
Independent
Summary of Economic Development Agreements, Community Businesses and Joint Ventures
Little Shuswap Lake First Nation owns and operates four principle businesses, the Talking Rock Golf Course, the Quaaout Lodge, The Skwlax Airstrip, and the Skwlax Centre (a large highway stop and fuel centre on the Trans Canada Highway). Little Shuswap Lake has also engaged with the Provincial Government in several Forestry Agreements.
Economic Development Background
The Little Shuswap Lake Indian Band has a unique vision and drive in its economic development. Creative and courageous financing has been the key to the progressive development that continues to take place at Little Shuswap. Strong management and leadership with clear vision make up the engine that drives the community forward.