Bonaparte Indian Band - St'uxwtéws

Bonaparte Indian Band is located west of Cache Creek on about 1878 hectares of land. The band is separated into nine sections, and has a membership of nearly 800. Among Bonaparte's developments is the Bonaparte Forest Referral Committee which consists of four community members. The Bonaparte Forest Referral Committee reviews development plans of forest licencees who operate within the Bonaparte Traditional Area. After review, the referral committee makes recommendations to the plans. Recommendations, that alter Licencee plans and incorporate Bonaparte concerns in order to protect areas around archaeology, riparian zones and other concerns raised by the committee. The committee is updated on logging activities and work opportunities at meetings.

Terry Porter

Chief Terry Porter

Chief Terry Porter has dedicated his energy towards the true development of economic opportunities in his community, along with the tireless pursuit of settling land claims. He also believes that it is of the utmost importance to engage with Bonaparte community members in meaningful dialogues aimed at improving living conditions, social development, economic development, and resource management. Furthermore, he believes it is essential to take direction from the community in order to be truly successful.

Chief Porter is also currently engaged in the successful implementation of the Bonaparte Band Corporation.

Currently Chief Porter serves on the following committees on behalf of the Bonaparte Indian Band community:

• The Shuswap Nation Tribal Council
• Chiefs Working Group (Stsmamlt)