For nearly seven years Sqéwqel Development Corporation L.L.P. has been working to empower the Seabird membership through employment, business development and financial opportunities. SqDC undertakes any and all economic activities for profitable businesses, creating new jobs and the development of our economy to the benefit of Seabird members and fostering business opportunities, while respecting Stó:lō culture, traditional and values. At SqDC our mission is to strengthen the Seabird Island Band’s economy and financial well-being of our members.
Nations Creations
Nations Creations is an Indigenous owned and operated manufacturer and platform for Indigenous artists. Located on unceded Stó:lō territory, in Agassiz British Columbia.
Stqó:ya Construction
An industry leader in civil, utility right-of-way, and heavy construction, Stqó:ya is committed to taking on projects that create jobs, and train both the local and Indigenous workforce.
Sqéwqel Gas Bar
Since our reopening in 2015, The Sqéwqel gas bar has been servicing both Seabird Island and the surrounding communities for the last 30 years.
Stó:lō YEI
The Stó:lō Youth Entrepreneurship Initiative intends to assist Indigenous youth in developing greater financial awareness and literacy, receive guidance and mentorship on establishing a business.
Our Partners
- West Earth Sciences Ltd.
- Total Oilfields
- Sidewinder Engineering
- Ecora Engineering
- Geoterra Integrated Resources Systems Ltd.
- Guymon Inspection Services Ltd.
- Envirobore (2018) Ltd
- Scott-Hrdro-Vac
- Dinamac Holdings Ltd. A Universal Group Company
- Universal Group
- Northern Mat & Bridge JV
- Stqó:ya Construction LP
- Sqewqel Manufacturing GP Inc.
- Ironside Design Manufacturing
- Sqewqel Development Corporation
Our Team
Tyrone McNeil
Tribal Chief
Don Clarke
Director of Operations
Janice Parsey
Board Member
Nancy Murphy
Board Member
Carol Hope
Board Member
Shaun Cormiers
Board Member
Mike Achem
Board Member
Alexis Grace
Board Member
Paul Andrew
Board Member