Supporting Stewardship through Cultural Rediscovery on Haida Gwaii
Haida Rediscovery camps are revitalizing Haida culture and creating the next generation of leaders to care for and sustain the lands and waters of Haida Gwaii.
Bella Guest Cabins: The Growth of Small Business in Haíɫzaqv Territory
Bella Guest Cabins—a small, locally-owned accommodation business in Bella Bella—showcases the growing success of Indigenous entrepreneurs in BC, and one of the ways Haíɫzaqv Nation is diversifying the coastal economy.
Return to the Homelands: Establishing the Gwa’sala-’Nakwaxda’xw Guardian Watchmen Program
After a forced relocation separated the Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw Nations from their homelands, the creation of a Guardian Watchmen program is helping strengthen the Nations’ stewardship practices and cultural connections.
The Saviour Fish: Protecting Nisga’a Connection to Oolichan
After Ḵ’alii Aksim Lisims (Nass River) oolichan were designated a species-at-risk, the Nisg̱a’a Lisims Government undertook a multi-year research project that would protect their connection to the culturally important fish.
Haida Nation: Kunst’aa Guu–Kunst’aayah — Moving to a Sustainable Future Together
In 2009, the Haida Nation and Province of BC signed a historic protocol agreement that ensures protection for cultural features and sensitive ecosystems on Haida Gwaii.
Kwiakah Nation: Restoring Phillips Arm through Research and Indigenous Knowledge
One of the smallest Nations in BC is working to restore and safeguard the unique marine areas in their territory.
Heiltsuk Stewardship: Collaborating for Resource Management
The Heiltsuk Nation is ensuring that community voices are heard and important resources are protected through their stewardship work.
Kitselas Nation: A Land Use Planning Process led by Elders and the Community
Through an inclusive land use planning process, Kitselas Nation has a produced a plan to guide the long-term vision for development of their community.