BC First Nations Fisheries Council

08/21/2026

Featured in the August edition of Smoltalk, FNFC’s newsletter, is Greg Witzky, FNFC Council Delegate for Mid Fraser (1).

Greg reflects on his lifelong connection to the Adams River, from his childhood along its waters to more than three decades of work dedicated to fisheries and salmon. He also shares his insights into the 2026 dominant Adams River sockeye run and what to expect as the run unfolds around mid-October.

Read Greg’s full story at fnfisheriescouncil.ca/communications/

08/18/2026

🛶 Last week, the FNFC team came together for our Summer Social, spending the afternoon canoeing along False Creek.

Along the way, we learned about the Indigenous history and cultural significance of the area, as well as the tidal flats and natural ecosystems that once existed throughout False Creek. We also learned about the enduring tradition of canoe culture, which has been passed down since time immemorial.

More than a way of travelling on the water, canoeing carries important teachings, honours ancestors, strengthens connections to the lands and waters, and brings communities together.

We’re grateful to Canoe Cultures for guiding us on the water. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and teachings with our team.

07/29/2026

07/07/2026

📢 Register now for the 2026 FNFC Fall Assembly!

Join us for two days of important dialogue on fisheries governance, policy updates, and shared priorities for fish and aquatic ecosystems. This annual gathering brings together First Nations leadership, fisheries technicians, community members, and government partners.

🎟️ Email [email protected] for the Eventbrite registration link.

👉 Funding is available for First Nations to help with travel and accommodations. Email [email protected] for the application form and category limits. Funding is first come, first approved until it runs out, so reach out early!

We hope to see you at our Fall Assembly!

07/02/2026

Our Waters, Our Future: The 2026 FNFC Drawing Contest is now open! 💧

👉 Enter: contest.fnfisheriescouncil.ca

Calling all B.C. artists under 18! Draw what clean, healthy water means to you and your community.

🏆 12 winners featured in the 2027 FNFC calendar, colouring book & greeting cards, plus a goodie bag of FNFC swag! One Grand Prize winner gets their art on the calendar cover, professionally framed, and a $500 Opus Art Supplies gift card.
🎨 Any drawing medium is welcome (pencil, pen, watercolour, acrylic, crayon, marker, etc.). One original entry per person. No digital or AI works.
🗓️ Contest runs July 1 to September 1, 2026.
📧 Questions: [email protected]

We can't wait to see what our waters mean to you!

We are inviting children and youth under 18 in B.C. to share what clean, healthy water means to them through art. Submit your entry today!

06/29/2026

June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada. To mark the occasion, our team came together to learn the art of beading, a practice rich with story, patience, and connection.

We were guided by Jenna Duncan, our Senior Manager of Special Projects, Habitat and Environmental Protection. Jenna is a member of the Crow Clan of the Ta'an Kwäch'än Council. She shared her own beading journey with us, walking us through the meaning held in each bead and the mentors who lovingly shaped her path.

This month and beyond, we're always committed to listening, learning, and honouring the histories and cultures of Indigenous Peoples.

06/21/2026

Today, June 21, we celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day.

This year's celebration falls on the Summer Solstice, the longest day of the year. For many Indigenous Peoples, the Solstice is a sacred time of renewal and connection to land, community, and spirit.

FNFC is honoured to have Elder Ron Bartlett share a small glimpse into his home community, Kitsumkalum First Nation. Ron takes us along and shows us how the Kitsumkalum People have long carried their culture, traditions, and spirit with deep pride. We are grateful to learn from and walk alongside them.

To all Indigenous Peoples across Turtle Island: your culture, your stories, and your strength are a gift that deserves to be honoured not just today, but every day.

06/19/2026

We're excited to announce the kickoff meeting for the FNFC Tier 1 Bi-Weekly Drought Table!

🗓️ Tuesday, June 30th
🕚 11am-12pm

FNFC is convening these First Nations-only (Tier 1) calls in response to concerns about emergency drought impacts on fish migration, survival, and habitat. 🐟 This kickoff meeting will share more about what the Drought Table is and invite Nations to help shape what they'd like to learn or discuss at future Drought Table meetings this summer.

After the kickoff meeting, meetings continue bi-weekly on Wednesdays, 11am-12pm, starting July 15th through October 2026.

Want to join? 📩 Reach out to our staff at [email protected] to register!

06/15/2026

📣 Save the Date! FNFC Fall Assembly is coming to Prince George this November.

First Nations leadership, fisheries technicians, community members, and government partners will come together for important conversations on fisheries governance, policy, and shared priorities for fish and aquatic ecosystems.

🗓️ Nov 5 & 6, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM each day
📍 House of Ancestors "Uda Dune Baiyoh" Conference Center (355 Vancouver St, Prince George, BC)

For more info, questions, or to be added to our newsletter and receive the registration link, please email [email protected].