Laws

Laws

Welcome to the on-line index of Tsawwassen First Nation Laws. Tsawwassen Laws are derived from the self-governing authority of the Tsawwassen First Nation. On April 3rd, 2009 (the Effective Day of the Tsawwassen First Nation Treaty Final Agreement), TFN became self-governing with the constitutional authority to make laws. Laws are passed by the Tsawwassen Legislature, the highest governing body of TFN.

This site is not the official Registry of Tsawwassen Laws, and in the event of a discrepancy between the on-line version of a law and the official Registry, the official Registry will prevail. The official Registry of Tsawwassen Laws is stored in hard copy at the TFN Administration Office, and can be accessed by request. Best efforts are made to keep the on-line index current with the official Registry.

This page was last updated January 8th, 2024

Laws are listed below in alphabetical order by title. To search regulations in alphabetical order visit our database here.

Appropriations Act
Children and Families Act
Community Safety and Security Act
Culture and Heritage Act
Education, Health and Social Development Act
Emergency Management Act
Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act
Government Employees Act
Interpretation Act
Land Use Planning and Development Act
Members Guarantees Act
Property Taxation Act
Trusts Act
Children and Families Act

This Act governs the delivery of child and family support services on Tsawwassen Lands for TFN Member families.

Community Safety and Security Act

This Act provides the authority for the Tsawwassen Government to implement measures that protect the community and its residents from illicit drugs activities.

Regulations
Culture and Heritage Act

This Act provides the authority for the Tsawwassen Government to establish measures that preserve, promote, and develop Tsawwassen culture. The Act affirms the right of Tsawwassen Members to express their individual and collective culture and heritage.

Emergency Management Act

This Act provides the authority and process for the Tsawwassen Government to prepare or respond to emergencies or disasters on Tsawwassen Lands.

Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act

This Act provides the authority and process for Tsawwassen Members or other “qualifying persons” to access information that is in the custody of the Tsawwassen Government. The Act clarifies how the Tsawwassen Government can collect, use, protect, and disclose personal information.

Regulations
Government Employees Act

This Act sets out the authorities and framework for hiring and employing Tsawwassen Government staff.

Regulations
Interpretation Act

This Act provides guidance on how terms shall be defined in relation to the Tsawwassen First Nation Final Agreement, other Tsawwassen laws, and the BC Interpretation Act.

Members Guarantees Act

This Act affirms the responsibility of the Tsawwassen Government of delivering certain obligations to Tsawwassen Members, as set out in the Schedule of the Act.

Trusts Act

This Act sets out the organization and operations of the Tsawwassen First Nation Trust Society. The Act clarifies the Legacy Trust payment process to Tsawwassen Members.

Administrative Review and Judicial Proceedings Act
Community Governance Act
Conflict of Interest Act
Economic Development Act
Election Act
Financial Administration Act
Fisheries, Wildlife, Migratory Birds and Renewable Resources Act
Goods and Services Tax Act
Government Organization Act
Land Act
Laws Enforcement Act
Membership Act
Traditional Territory Boundary Commission Act
Administrative Review and Judicial Proceedings Act

This Act establishes the Judicial Council, including its responsibilities and proceedings as a judicial body.  The Act also provides for the appointment of a TFN prosecutor.

Regulations
Conflict of Interest Act

This Act sets out the definition and procedures for potential or real conflict of interests and the accepted conduct of a Tsawwassen Government public official.

Regulations
Economic Development Act

This Act establishes the Tsawwassen First Nation Economic Development Corporation (TEDC). It further creates the Economic Development Fund, sets out a process for commercial disputes, and provides the authority for Executive Council to request due diligence reports.

Election Act

This Act sets out the process by which Tsawwassen First Nations elections are conducted, including clarifying the terms of office of elected officials.

Regulations
Financial Administration Act

This Act establishes the rules and procedures for managing and safeguarding Tsawwassen public funds and assets, including the establishment of the Finance and Audit Committee.

Regulations
Fisheries, Wildlife, Migratory Birds and Renewable Resources Act

This Act sets out the authorities, responsibilities, and processes for harvesting, trading, bartering any plant or wildlife, including fish and migratory birds, on Tsawwassen territory. The Act further establishes resource management positions and organizational bodies to manage and enforce provisions of the Act.

Regulations
Goods and Services Tax Act

This Act imposes a tax on supplies, which are property and services supplies conducted during a commercial activity. The Act further details the administration, enforcement, and revenue sharing process regarding GST on Tsawwassen Lands.

Government Organization Act

This Act establishes the components of the Tsawwassen Government, including Legislature, office of Chief, Executive Council, and Advisory Council. The Act clarifies the responsibilities of each position of the Tsawwassen Government, the process of holding general assemblies and referenda, and the registration of Tsawwassen Laws.

Regulations
Laws Enforcement Act

This Act sets out the authorities, responsibilities, and processes for the enforcement of Tsawwassen laws by the Tsawwassen Government.

Regulations
Membership Act

This Act establishes the Tsawwassen enrolment register and sets out the overall administration of membership of Tsawwassen First Nation, including the creation of the Tsawwassen Enrolment Committee and Enrolment Appeal Board.

Traditional Territory Boundary Commission Act

This Act establishes the Traditional Territory Boundary Commission. The Act clarifies membership to the commission and its roles and responsibilities.

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