Retail Operations

Líl̓wat Retail Operations (LRO) businesses ensure that the community has access to quality, essential retail services at home. These businesses include a full-service grocery store, a gas station with a convenience store, and Internet services.

LRO employs more than 40 people and generates stable profits for Líl̓wat Nation to reinvest in community projects and business opportunities. The division aims to contribute $600,000 annually to support a variety of community initiatives. LRO’s commitment to community is articulated in its Customer Service and Lateral Kindness Promise: Ámastwal. By taking care of ourselves, each other, and our customers, we are growing and sustaining the health and strength of our Nation.

Capacity building is a key component of LRO’s management practice. LRO provides employees with opportunities to advance to managerial positions within its businesses. These opportunities will continue to grow as LRO expands its portfolio to include new businesses such as the gas station and convenience store that will be part of LBG’s mixed commercial/residential development in Whistler’s Function Junction.