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Christine Walkem

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Chair at Citxw Nlaka'pamux Assembly
📍 Spences Bridge, British Columbia, Canada

Christine Walkem is the Chief of Cooks Ferry Indian Band and Chair of the Citxw Nlakapamux Assembly, focusing on economic development and self-sufficiency for her community. Educated at Thompson Rivers University, she is described by peers as dedicated with an in-depth comprehension of business structure, leveraging partnerships to create opportunities.

She is passionate about creating opportunities that align with Nlaka’pamux values, emphasizing cultural identity and stewardship in all initiatives. Christine actively advocates for her community’s rights and environmental protection, particularly concerning land use and corporate responsibility from entities like railway companies and mining operations.

Christine led K’en T’em Limited Partnership through the successful acquisition of Cantex Mining Services Ltd. , a monumental step for the communitys economic independence.

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Experience
21 Years
Current Role
Chair
Location
Spences Bridge, British Columbia, Canada
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Indigenous Economic Development
As Chief and Chair of CNA, she actively pursues economic opportunities, land acquisitions, and legacy agreements with corporations like Teck Resources to benefit her community.
Community Leadership
She has been in leadership for over 12 years, serving as Chief for six years, guiding her community through economic and environmental challenges like post-wildfire recovery.
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Career

Work history

4-2023
Chair
Citxw Nlaka'pamux Assembly
12-2018
Chief
Cook’s Ferry Indian Band
1-2018 - 1-2019
Financial Administrator and Office Manager
Nlha’7kapmx Child & Family Services
12-2014 - 12-2018
Council Member
Cook’s Ferry Indian Band
5-2008 - 5-2016
Bookkeeper
Esh-kn-am Investments Joint Venture
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Media appearances

Cook's Ferry Thank you to Citxw Nlaka'pamux Assembly staff for making this possible. Featured in Facebook
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Education
2014 - 2015
Certificate
Thompson Rivers University
2014 - 2014
Certificate
Thompson Rivers University
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