Sayward Futures Society became incorporated in December 2000. Their

mission is to work in harmony with others to create a sound economic and

positive social environment within the Sayward area. This would be

accomplished by:

1. Creating economic and employment opportunities

2. Facilitating community development initiatives.

3. Assisting residents to fulfill their business and community visions.

Since the inception of this non-profit organization, they have provided many

studies and reports pertaining to the area that are available to the public. They

also took over the divestiture of the Dept. of Transport Wharf and manage the Elk

Creek Recreation Site and H’kusam Mountain Trail. They are the Sayward area

liaison to provide computer and fax services for the North Island Employment

Foundation Society.

At the present time, the Board consists of 4 Directors:

Sheila Rowe, President

Maurice Croteau, Vice-President

Mike Marsh

Derek Hutchison

The following Committees are:

Parks, Trails & Waterways

Kusam Klimb

Job Opportunity Program

July 1st Parade & Event's Day

They also have in-house committees consisting of Board members and Staff only

– Executive, Policy and Procedures, Human Resources and Finance.

Membership in the Society is open to everyone. The dues for 2010 are $10. This

fee enables members to display brochures and business cards in the office and

place hand -crafted items on consignment in Ocean View Gifts.