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First Nations Call out B.C. Government for Stalling on Gondola
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 24, 2024 Cheam / Pelólxw Territory (Rosedale, B.C. CANADA) – Cheam First Nation and the Pelólxw community, including the Skwah and Kwa-kwa-a-pilt Nations, are increasingly frustrated by the ongoing lack of action from the Province of B.C. regarding their proposed Cascade Skyline Gondola Project. “The BC Government has been stalling and creating […]
July 3, 2024
Indian Boarding Homes Class Action Notice of Settlement
Were you in the Indian Boarding Homes Program between September 1, 1951, and June 30, 1992, OR, if your placement in the Indian Boarding Homes Program was after June 30, 1992, was Canada responsible for the placement? You may be eligible for Compensation The Indian Boarding Homes Program, established by the Government of Canada, placed […]
July 3, 2024
CHEAM FIRST NATION PLANS MMIWG2S+ MARCH ON HWY 9
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Rosedale B.C., April 25, 2024 – Cheam First Nation has planned a May 5th March on Hwy 9 finishing at Cheam Beach along the Fraser River. This March is to bring awareness to the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, 2 Spirit and other Indigenous victims in our Country. “Today we are […]
April 26, 2024
Cheam Draft Financial Administration Law 2024
The Council is considering entering into the attached Financial Administration Law documentation, and before signing the BCR they would like to post it for 30 days for Members to provide comments, questions or concerns. Please direct all comments to Wenjuan Sun, Sr. Finance Manager at srfinancemanager@cheamband.com. Download full documentation here: Summary of the First Nations […]
March 20, 2024
CHEAM FIRST NATION ACQUIRES BRIDAL FALLS GOLF COURSE IN STRATEGIC EXPANSION
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Rosedale B.C., February 26, 2024 - Cheam First Nation proudly announces the acquisition of Bridal Falls Golf Course, marking a significant milestone in the expansion of Cheam's land base. This strategic move reflects Cheam's commitment to fostering economic growth while preserving and promoting Indigenous cultural heritage. Under the visionary leadership of the […]
February 28, 2024
Swearing-In Ceremony for the new 2023-2025 Cheam Chief and Council
You are invited to witness the swearing-in ceremony for the new Chief and Council on Friday, February 2nd. For those Community Members who can not attend in person, the Zoom link is: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85167768479
January 25, 2024
Polling Notice For the Cheam First Nation General Election
Notice is hereby given to the electors of the Cheam First Nation that a poll will be held to elect one ( 1) Chief and FIVE (5) Councillors to the Council of the Cheam First Nation and will be held at the Cheam First Nation Administration Building located at 52161 Victor Drive, Rosedale, B.C V0X […]
October 25, 2023
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Swearing-in Ceremony for the Cheam First Nation Chief and Council
Saturday, February 5th, 2022 Cheam Band Office Gym Lunch starts at 12:30 pm Working commencing at 1:30 pm Due to Covid-19 protocols and limited capacity, if you are able to please join us online to witness the ceremony. The Zoom link to watch online is: https://zoom.us/j/99645051737
February 2, 2022
Youth Summer Camp - SPCA Visit
The Summer Camp students held a car wash early in the summer and raised $170 for the Chilliwack SPCA. Last week the students got to visit the SPCA to give their donation and play with some of the kittens.
August 30, 2021
Summer Camp & Youth Bike Club
Our Summer Camp and Youth Bike Club have been so much fun this summer. We are thrilled to get to put on fun programs for the kids and be able to bring them all back together.
August 20, 2021
Outdoor Movie Night
Thanks to everyone who came out to enjoy our summer Outdoor Movie Night! Here are a few pictures from the night.
August 18, 2021
New Shelter and Overdose Prevention Site Coming to Cheam
We are excited to share our new Shelter & Overdose Prevention Site (OPS) building arrived this week- which was an awesome sight to see.
Shortly after the setup of the structure is complete, construction and utility connection will take
place and we will diligently work to get the building ready to welcome guests in the weeks following.
August 6, 2021
Cheam Education Awards 2021
Thanks to everyone who came to celebrate the students of our Community at the Cheam Education Awards in July. Here are a few photos from the event, thanks to photographer Danica with D. Charles Photography.
August 4, 2021
Swearing-In Ceremony
On December 21, 2017, the Cheam Chief & Council signed the Oath of Office at the Swearing-In Ceremony.
December 21, 2017