A group of Nupqu field staff gathered together outdoors

About KEL

Working for the Nation as a whole.

A Ktunaxa-owned business group creating value through responsible enterprise, trusted relationships and collective strength.

Who we are

The business arm of the Ktunaxa Nation.

Ktunaxa Enterprises Ltd. pursues and manages sustainable and responsible businesses on behalf of Ktunaxa Holdings Limited Partnership.

We support Ktunaxa communities in cultivating business and economic-development opportunities that lead to greater wealth, employment and capacity-building for Ktunaxa citizens and the Nation as a whole.

Through our companies and partners, KEL supports land, resource, commercial and industrial projects throughout Ktunaxa Territory and beyond.

Collectively owned

Our shareholders

KEL acts with a Nation-as-a-whole approach, accountable to the four Ktunaxa communities and Ktunaxa Nation Council.

Guiding values

How we show up matters.

Our values are rooted in Ktunaxa principles and provide a foundation for daily decisions, long-term strategy and every relationship we build.

Stewardship

We uphold Ktunaxa values of land, life, tradition and health, placing long-term sustainability and ecological integrity first.

Leadership

We inspire one another to grow, work as a team and operate in an ethical, socially and environmentally responsible manner.

Unity

We take a Nation-as-a-whole approach, working with shareholders, communities, businesses and trusted partners.

Integrity & Accountability

We act transparently, keep open lines of communication and remain accountable to our shareholders and communities.

Respect

We honour Ktunaxa values, communities and citizens, and treat one another and the Land with dignity.

Safety

Everyone has the right and responsibility to work safely. We look out for our teammates and the Land where we work.

Native plant seedlings being cared for in a greenhouse

Stewardship in practice

Land, life and future generations.

Our approach balances economic use of the Land with cultural and spiritual values. Long-term sustainability, healthy ecosystems and clean land, air and water take precedence.

  • Contribute to the betterment of future generations
  • Protect traditional foods, medicines, resources and spiritual sites
  • Maintain and restore healthy, diverse ecosystems
  • Take only what is needed and work with long-term purpose

Governance

Clear direction. Transparent accountability.

KEL works toward its mandate by upholding Ktunaxa interests, maintaining open communication with shareholders and pursuing opportunities that strengthen the business group for the long term.

  1. 01

    Maintain strong, transparent reporting and open shareholder communication.

  2. 02

    Build trust through regular engagement and informed input into KEL’s direction.

  3. 03

    Develop opportunities that improve long-term financial and operational stability.

  4. 04

    Maintain positive, respectful and trusted professional relationships.

Leadership team

Experience across the group.

KEL’s team provides leadership, financial management and business development across the KHLP business group.

CW

Corrie Walkley

Chief Executive Officer

DL

David Li, CPA, MBA

Chief Financial Officer

BB

Brooke Burke

Business Manager

KW

Kevin Weaver, MSc, RPF

Director of Business Development

AH

Aaron Higgs, BSc

President, Nupqu

TT

Tracey Tarasoff

Accounting Technician

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