Coastal First Nations

Coastal First Nations The Coastal First Nations is an alliance of First Nations on British Columbia’s North and Central Coast and Haida Gwaii.

The Great Bear Initiative was created with the conviction that if a conservation-based economy is to succeed, our active and meaningful participation is essential. We believe that the people who best know, use, and protect biodiversity are the First Nations people who live in these magnificent forests and waters. Our experience has taught us that strong and thriving Coastal First Nations cultures,

with recognition of our Aboriginal Title and Rights to our lands, is the key to a conservation-based economy in our Traditional Territories.

06/07/2026

There's a new community band store and cafe coming to Klemtu! 🥳 The Kitasoo Xai’xais Nation is opening a new enlarged shopping facility that will service mariners travelling up and down the coast. The new facility, 1/3 larger than the previous store, will offer hot meals, coffee, expanded groceries and Wi-Fi, and will be open as of June 29.

“With our modern First Nations Fuel station and the new store just steps away, captains can now manage refueling, grocery provisioning, and crew dining in a single, efficient stop.”

Congrats to the Kitasoo Xai'xais Development Corporation on this huge accomplishment!

Read more: https://ow.ly/cBHu50Z6gQP

05/28/2026
A huge step toward a sustainable future and a initiative that should be replicated in remote communities across Canada...
05/28/2026

A huge step toward a sustainable future and a initiative that should be replicated in remote communities across Canada and beyond.

In Canada, over 80% of British Columbia's energy is generated by hydropower.

But off the Pacific Coast, Haida Gwaii’s archipelago is disconnected from B.C.’s electrical grid. The islands are one of about 44 remote communities in B.C. that rely on diesel for their power.

B.C. is aware of its need to move away from diesel. In 2017, the province announced its goal to reduce diesel usage by 80% on remote grids. Unfortunately, the 2030 goal remains far out of reach.

This past December, Tll Yahda Energy, an independent power producer, partnered with the Council of the Haida Nation, Skidegate Band Council, and Old Massett Village Council, on a solar project named Solar North.

The Haida Gwaii's shift toward solar energy marks the first time in B.C. history that solar has made a sizable dent in a diesel-driven remote grid.

Read the full article to learn more about the Solar North project and the difference it's making for this remote community: https://buff.ly/SplwvKk





05/28/2026

On May 22, 2026, in Klemtu, Gitga'at Nation joined Wuikinuxv, Nuxalk, Kitasoo Xai'xais, Heiltsuk, and Gitxaała Nations, alongside the Governments of Canada and British Columbia, in signing a landmark agreement to establish the Mia-yaltwa Ha'lidzogm hoon National Marine Conservation Area Reserve (NM...

Leaders from the Wuikinuxv, Nuxalk, Kitasoo Xai'xais, Heiltsuk, Gitxaała, and Gitga’at Nations, along with Canada and Br...
05/25/2026

Leaders from the Wuikinuxv, Nuxalk, Kitasoo Xai'xais, Heiltsuk, Gitxaała, and Gitga’at Nations, along with Canada and British Columbia, have signed a collaborative agreement to establish a new National Marine Conservation Area Reserve (NMCAR). The Nations have simultaneously declared an Indigenous Protected and Conserved Area (IPCA) that shares the same footprint and name.

Mia-yaltwa Ha’lidzogm hoon (“Realm of the Salmon, Home of the Salmon”) provides for 6,700 square kilometres of coastal waters!

05/21/2026

Enter your postal code and we’ll ring your phone to connect you directly to your MP’s office or the Minister’s office. The whole thing takes about two minutes.

05/19/2026

✨ NEW funding opportunities for First Nations! ✨

We've updated our list of external grants and funding opportunities that support First Nations stewardship efforts and community-driven priorities in the Great Bear Rainforest and Haida Gwaii.

🔗 See the latest opportunities here:
https://ow.ly/BHiF50YYoVe

05/19/2026

Coastal Nations Commercial Fishing (CNCF) is seeking proposals to lease out quota for Sablefish.

05/15/2026

Address

#1660/409 Granville Street
Vancouver, BC
V6C1T2

Telephone

+16046969889

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Coastal First Nations posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Organization

Send a message to Coastal First Nations:

Shortcuts

Share

Category