“The sea provides our sustenance — not only our physical sustenance, but our spiritual and emotional. Our history and culture has literally been born out of the sea.” - λáλíyasila Frank Brown, Hereditary Chief of the Heiltsuk Nation coastalfirstnations.ca/funding-a-sust…

Last week, the Wei Wai Kum, We Wai Kai, and K’ómoks Nations gathered with relatives and friends to celebrate the inaugural journey of Na̱max̱sa̱la, a traditional xwax’wana (canoe) carved from a windfall cedar. ow.ly/RmJM50SKv7l

“Our goal is to rehabilitate the chinook and other salmon populations that are so important to the Nation, for future generations to come,” says K’ómoks elected Chief Ken Price. Learn more about Kus-kus-sum: thetyee.ca/Presents/2024/…

🌟 Looking for grants and funding opportunities or have a fresh project idea? We’ve gathered a list of opportunities available to First Nations or Indigenous-led organizations here: ow.ly/bWTf50SKALT

We’re thrilled to have Vanessa Parnell at Coast Funds as our new Project Coordinator as part of an Indigenous Youth Internship Program for the summer! 🌟 ow.ly/PTol50SHxXE

🌊🌿 BC’s Coastal Marine Strategy sets a vision for sustainable #stewardship of our shared coast. Developed with #Indigenous communities, it emphasizes resilience to climate impacts and supports vibrant coastal economies. Learn more: ow.ly/LabZ50SNKOG

🌲✨ #Metlakatla First Nation has restored a 20-kilometer wilderness trail in their ancestral territory, providing an opportunity for recreational activities, immersive learning, and a chance to reconnect with #nature and #culture. 🚶‍♀️ ow.ly/jE7X50SPlpE

🌊 Did you know? August 1 is Marine Protected Areas Day! Close to home, the Great Bear Sea MPA Network will protect wildlife habitat, restore fisheries, and preserve cultural sites. Learn more about the Great Bear Sea: ourgreatbearsea.ca

✨ We’ve updated our list of Indigenous-owned #tourism businesses for your summer and fall planning. From wildlife viewing, culinary favourites, cultural tours, and luxury resorts in the #GreatBearRainforest and #HaidaGwaii. ow.ly/we0350SOi7m

#Gitxaała Enterprises Corporation is expanding in northwest BC! With partners like Gitxaała Seaspan and Gitxaała Bear Creek Construction, they’re driving #economicgrowth and #sustainability in the region. Learn more about the businesses: ow.ly/YF4U50SSh0q

Did you know? August 9 is the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples. 🌟 This day is dedicated to recognizing and appreciating the various traditions and cultures within Indigenous communities across the globe. 🌎 #WorldsIndigenousPeoplesDay #Stewardship

Are you looking for new fishing opportunities? For citizens of CNF Shareholder Nations there are options with the Coastal Nations Commercial Fishing Company. Click below to learn more! coastnationsfisheries.ca/post/fishing-w…

#Kwiakah First Nation is getting ready to open a new Centre for Excellence—a #research facility that floats—equipped with lodging and amenities to assist up to 16 scientists and #stewardship staff working in Phillips Arm. 🌟 ow.ly/Hlmh50SWcas

🌊 Collaboratively created with four #FirstNations, Canada’s largest #MPA covers 133,017² kilometres. It serves as a safeguard for vital ecosystems, such as hydrothermal vents and underwater mountains, while supporting Canada’s #30by30 conservation aim. ow.ly/9cvz50SX29x

Dani Shaw, elected Chief Councillor for Wuikinuxv First Nation, shares how the Great Bear Sea PFP will support long-lasting protection for the Great Bear Sea region and sustainable economic development across its communities. Read More: natureunited.ca/about-us/who-w…

"Our leaders look forward to working together on Reconciliation 2.0, and building on the collaborative decision-making structures that continue to chart a path toward true reconciliation." - Christine Smith-Martin, CEO, CoastalFirstNations coastalfirstnations.ca/coastal-first-…

Through a new partnership, Coast Funds will deliver financial and administrative services for the Marine Plan Partnership for the North Pacific Coast (MaPP). 🌊 Learn more: coastfunds.ca/news/mapp-coas…

Dzawadaʼenux̱w First Nation is bringing home two talking sticks after 60 years, as part of an agreement with the City of Terrace. The talking sticks, one with a killer whale’s head and the other with coppers, were shown in the City’s council chambers. ow.ly/ZCXP50T1C48

The Council of the Haida Nation, Marine Plan Partnership (MaPP), and BC are working together to promote and regulate marine #tourism in #HaidaGwaii. One of the project’s goals is to boost local initiatives like the Haida Gwaii Pledge. ow.ly/FpLB50T1BQy

Curious about the process of restoring an #estuary? Check out this photo essay documenting K’ómoks First Nation and Project Watershed’s work to restore Kus-kus-sum, in the Comox Valley. 🌱 thediscourse.ca/comox-valley/i… #ProjectWatershed #FirstNations #restoration