The Economic Development Committee plays an important role in the economic development of the Tla’amin Nation. Committee meetings are typically held 4 to 6 times per year and require extensive reading and preparation. (Committee members are also members of the Tla’amin Management Services (TMS) Holdings Board and are required to attend those meetings as well). Members of the Committee will be provided honoraria for their time, along with reimbursement of reasonable expenses.
The mandate of the Economic Development Committee is to provide information to assist the Executive Council in fulfilling its oversight responsibilities for economic development and reporting to the Legislative Assembly on economic development activities of the Tla’amin Nation.
In accordance with the Tla’amin Economic Development Law, the Tla’amin Nation is seeking interested Tla’amin Citizens to fill one (1) member of the Committee.
The law requires that these members must:
(i) have a British Columbia Certificate of Graduation (Dogwood Diploma) or equivalent,
(ii) be in good standing with the Tla’amin Nation,
(iii) have relevant experience, education or demonstrated interest in business, as determined by the Legislative Assembly
In accordance with the Tla’amin Economic Development Law, the Tla’amin Nation is seeking interested individuals to fill two (2) committee seats. The law requires that these members must have:
(i) a degree from a post-secondary institution, OR
(ii) a professional designation, OR
(iii) a minimum of five years of relevant experience, as determined by the Legislative Assembly
How do I apply?
Please submit an application by Thursday, October 9th, 2025, at 4:00pm to Terrance Wagman, Government Secretary, Tla’amin Nation at terrance.wagman@tn-bc.ca or at the Tla’amin Nation office – 4779 Klahanie Road. Please include the following:
- A cover letter that explains why you think you would be a good candidate
- Your resume
Selected candidates must undergo a satisfactory criminal record check, at the Nation’s cost. If you have any questions, please contact Terrance Wagman at (604) 483-9646 Ext. 139
Thank you for your interest.