Membership

Overview

This page covers everything related to membership with the Wei Wai Kum First Nation – from applying for Band Membership and understanding the rules that govern it, to registering for Indian Status and applying for or renewing a Status Card. You’ll also find the forms, required documents, and contact information you need for each process, along with details on all the services provided by our Membership Clerk.

Whether you’re applying for membership on behalf of a new baby, renewing a Status Card, or simply looking to understand how the annual membership vote works, this is your starting point. Our Membership Clerk is available to help guide you through any of these processes.

Membership Rules

Membership in the Wei Wai Kum First Nation is determined by a set of rules that were developed in 1987 to protect and enhance the cultural integrity, social harmony and economic stability of the Nation. A Membership Committee is reviewing proposed amendments to the rules.

Annual Membership Vote

Application deadline is March 31st (annually)
Membership vote May 31st (annually)

  • All new Band must apply for membership in the Band by applying to the Membership Clerk.
  • Parents or guardians may apply on behalf of minor children.
  • All applicants must provide documentary evidence of entitlement to Band Membership, including:
    • Indian Status Certificate; and
    • long form birth certificate (shows parents information); or,
    • marriage certificate; or,
    • court order

Membership applications can be requested from Christine Smith, Membership Clerk at christinesmith@weiwaikum.ca

The Membership Working Group is made up of:

  • Christine Smith
  • Dawn Duncan
  • Shelly Haunch 
  • Lorraine Henderson
View Membership Rules

Registering for Indian Status

It is important to register a new baby as soon as possible to ensure they are covered for medical benefits.

To register your baby, you must have:

  • the long-form birth certificate
  • the name of your Band, and
  • the parents’ registration numbers

Form 1: Application for Registration 15 Years and Younger or Dependent Adult

Form 2: Registration Application for 16 and Older

SCIS Application for child 15 years and younger or dependent Adult

Status Cards

Status cards are essential documents, both for individual First Nations people and for the bands of which they are members. As they are photo identification documents, they are periodically renewed. Adults renew them every five years, children every three years.

Membership Clerk Christine Smith is available by appointment to help process Status Card applications or renewals. Book your appointment by calling 250-286-6949.

Required Documents

Specific documents are required to apply for the Certificate of Indian Status (CIS) card.

To apply for a status card for yourself or on behalf of a child (for whom you are the parent or legal guardian), the following is needed:

  • Two pieces of valid identification (ID) for Adults 16 years and older
    • one must be a valid picture ID
    • the second may be a government-issued ID such as a Health Care Card or Birth Certificate (originals are required – photocopies are not accepted)
  • Children 15 years and younger:
    • Birth Certificate/Health Care Card/Student ID (parents/guardians required to sign on behalf of the child; are required to have 2 pieces of ID as stated previous)
  • Note: The photograph required for the Status Card will be taken at the office during your appointment.

Documents required to apply for Secured Certificate of Indian Status (SCIS) card:

  • Application form for the Secure Certificate of Indian Status (SCIS) for an adult 16 years and older, or the SCIS application for a minor 15 years and younger
  • Guarantor declaration


For further information, contact Christine Smith, christinesmith@weiwaikum.ca or 250-286-6949.

Add form: SCIS Guarantor Declaration [67 KB]
ADD form: SCIS Application for Adults and Children, and Dependent Adults

MEMBERSHIP CLERK SERVICES PROVIDED

  • Status Registration Application for minors 15 years old and younger
  • Status Registration Application for adults 16 years old and older
  • Registration of Marriage/Divorce/Death
  • Request to Amend Individual Information
  • Certificate of Indian Status (CIS) Card (Paper Laminated)
  • SCIS for child(ren) 15 years and younger or dependent Adult
  • SCIS for adult 16 years and older
  • Transfer of Band for Adult/Minor
  • Request to apply for Membership – Weiwaikum First Nation/Campbell River Band