Coastal First Nations

09/29/2026

“Protecting our coast is not a barrier to economic prosperity, it is the source of it. We look forward to continuing to work with both the provincial and federal governments to support infrastructure and initiatives that protect our coasts and wildlife, build our natural wealth, nurture healthy and resilient communities, and support sustainable economies on this coast and across the country.”
- Samuel Schooner, Elected Chief, Nuxalk Nation; President, Coastal First Nations

Coastal First Nations have long advocated for increased investment in oceans protection.

09/28/2026

Thank you, Prime Minister Carney, for speaking out publicly against this horrendous display yesterday.

09/28/2026

We stand with Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc. ❤️
Stay strong ✊🏽

Message from the Office of the Chief | September 27, 2026

Tk̓emlúps te Secwépemc is aware that individuals associated with Second Sons Canada, a group linked to white supremacist and white nationalist ideology, have been seen in our community. Chief and Council are taking this seriously. We are monitoring the situation, assessing additional security measures and working with the RCMP.

Please do not approach or confront individuals associated with this group. Report suspicious or concerning activity to the RCMP and reference Police File 26-32569. Call 911 if there is an immediate threat or emergency. Please rely on official updates and check in with those who may be feeling concerned.

Read the full message from Kúkwpi7 Rosanne Casimir, including available supports is below.
https://tkemlups.ca/news/message-from-the-office-of-the-chief/

09/28/2026

Are you looking for an amazing opportunity to work in ?

CCIRA is hiring a Fisheries Program Manager to lead work in community-based fisheries planning, policy and governance and applied science. Deadline is Oct 19, apply today! 🐟🦀🎏👇🏽

Click the link for details:https://www.ccira.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/CCIRA-Fisheries-Program-Manager-Job-Posting-and-Position-Description.pdf

09/28/2026

After screenings at Camden International Film Festival and Atlantic International Film Festival, CEREMONY (2026) continues its festival run across Canada and the US.

Upcoming festival screenings (more to be announced): https://linktr.ee/CeremonyFilm

🎬 CALGARY, AB · Sept 29, 30
Calgary International Film Festival

🎬 EDMONTON, AB · Sept 30
Edmonton International Film Festival

🎬 VANCOUVER, BC · Oct 4, 6, 10, 11
Vancouver International Film Festival

🎬 INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA · Oct 12, 13, 17
Heartland Film Festival

🎬 HOT SPRINGS, ARKANSAS · Oct 16
Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival

🎬 PORTSMOUTH, NEW HAMPSHIRE · Oct 16
New Hampshire Film Festival

🎬 SANTA FE, NEW MEXICO · Oct 18
Santa Fe International Film Festival

🎬 ST. LOUIS PARK, MINNESOTA · Oct 23
Twin Cities Film Fest

🎬 ST. JOHN'S, NEWFOUNDLAND · Oct 24
St. John's International Women's Film Festival

🎬 WINDSOR, ON · Nov 4
Windsor Film Festival

🎬 GUELPH, ON · TBA (Nov 6–14)
Guelph Film Festival

🎬 WHISTLER, BC · TBA (Dec 2–6)
Whistler Film Festival

📽️ When the Nuxalk trace their vanished ooligan run alongside a land claim filed the day smallpox arrived, their radio station becomes courtroom, confessional and conjuring ground, where an older law insists: the fish and the people return together or not at all.

🏆 SXSW Audience Award winner
🏆 Hot Docs Special Jury Prize

09/25/2026

We're thrilled to share that Banchi Hanuse’s award-winning film, CEREMONY, will have its BC premiere at the Vancouver International Film Festival! Check it out at SFU Woodwards on October 4, at 5:45pm.

Additional screenings:
October 6, 1pm - International Village
October 10, 12pm - Granville Island.

After wins at SXSW and Hot Docs, Banchi Hanuse’s acclaimed documentary makes its BC premiere at the Vancouver International Film Festival.

09/22/2026

A new report assessed the value of First Nations Guardians programs in Canada. The key finding? Their programs have provided enormous benefits to First Nations, communities, and the bioregion.

First Nations Guardians initiatives have grown exponentially over the past decade, expanding from an estimated thirty programs in 2015 to more than two hundred in 2026. Today, Guardians stand at the forefront of stewardship of their lands and waters.

Read the report and watch a video on our website to learn more about Guardians Programs: https://buff.ly/dfGizzF

09/15/2026

Haida Gwaii Sustainability Symposium
Stay tuned for more details closer to the date!

RESCHEDULED
October 24 & 25, 2026
Haida Heritage Centre at K̲ay 'Llnagaay
HlG̲aagilda | Skidegate

Come together to learn and share ideas that inspire a healthy, resilient and sustainable Haida Gwaii!

co-hosted by:
Council of the Haida Nation & Swilawiid Sustainability Society

09/10/2026

Great story from Coast Funds on how the is using sonar acoustic surveys to understand the effects overfishing, and competition on returning populations.

Nuxalk Nation are using sonar acoustic surveys to better understand the effects overfishing, climate change, and competition have on their returning salmon populations and to support the Nation’s Indigenous data sovereignty.

08/28/2026

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1adTJkVNKH/

The BC premiere of Nuxalk documentary ‘CEREMONY’ directed by Banchi Hanuse is at Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF).

🎟️ Tickets: https://viff.org/whats-on/viff26-ceremony/

🎬 Sun, Oct 4 - 5:45pm
📍SFU Woodwards, 149 West Hastings St

🎬 Tues, Oct 6 - 1:00pm
📍International Village, 88 W Pender St

🎬 Sat, Oct 10 12:00pm
📍Granville Island, 1585 Johnston St

📽️ When the Nuxalk trace their vanished ooligan run alongside a land claim filed the day smallpox arrived, their radio station becomes courtroom, confessional and conjuring ground, where an older law insists: the fish and the people return together or not at all.

Trailer + more info: https://linktr.ee/CeremonyFilm

🏆 SXSW Documentary Spotlight Audience Award + Hot Docs DGC Special Jury Prize + more