Our Laws

Laws & Governance

Wei Wai Kum laws reflect our inherent authority as a self-determining Nation. Rooted in our culture, values, and responsibilities to our people and lands, these laws guide how we govern ourselves, make decisions, and care for our community now and into the future.

Our laws support strong, accountable governance and provide clear frameworks for areas such as land management, finance, and community well-being. As we continue our journey toward self-government, law development remains a key part of Nation building, ensuring that Wei Wai Kum decisions are guided by our own principles, traditions, and collective voice.

Laws

Title Effective Date Status Category
Animal Control Bylaw Jan 1, 1970 Adopted
ANNUAL EXPENDITURE LAW, 2025 Jan 1, 1970 Adopted
ANNUAL TAX RATES LAW, 2025 Jan 1, 1970 Adopted
BCR BYLAW No. 01-1987 Jan 1, 1970 Adopted
BUILDING BYLAW Jan 1, 1970 Adopted
BYLAW No. 1 Jan 3, 1955 Adopted
BYLAW No. 2 Jan 3, 1955 Adopted
BYLAW No. 3 Jan 3, 1955 Adopted
BYLAW No. 4 Jan 3, 1955 Adopted
BYLAW No. 5 Jan 3, 1955 Adopted
BYLAW No. 6 Aug 1, 1955 Adopted
FISHING BYLAW, 1985, No. 1 May 7, 1985 Adopted
FORESHORE BYLAW Jan 1, 1970 Adopted
GOVERNANCE POLICY BYLAW, II-03 Mar 10, 2016 Adopted
HOLIDAY SHOPPING BYLAW No. 1996-7 Jan 9, 1996 Adopted
MEMBERSHIP BYLAW Jan 1, 1970 Adopted
MORTGAGE and RENOVATION BYLAW No. 6-79 Jan 1, 1970 Adopted
NUISANCE BYLAW Aug 10, 1992 Adopted
NUISANCE BYLAW No. 1996-8 Oct 9, 1996 Adopted
PROPERTY and TAXATION BYLAW Jan 1, 1970 Adopted
SEWER CONNECTIONS BYLAW No. 1996-4 Apr 9, 1996 Adopted
SEWER SYSTEM BYLAW No.1996-5 Apr 9, 1996 Adopted
SIGNS REGULATION BYLAW No. 1996-9 Oct 9, 1996 Adopted
STORM DRAIN CONNECTIONS BYLAW No. 1996-6 Jun 9, 1996 Adopted
WATERWORKS BYLAW No. 1996-3 Apr 9, 1996 Adopted
ZONING BYLAW No. 85-2 Jan 1, 1970 Adopted