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Unlimited technological potential for Coastal First Nations

One year ago, CFN joined technology partners and allies to form the “Coastal First Nations Connectivity Network,” designed for and dedicated to improving connectivity and opening doors to new possibilities…

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Clean Energy

Haida Energy Team wins ‘Community of the Year’ Award for Clean Energy Collaboration

Tll Yahda Energy (TYE) — composed of the Old Massett Village Council, the Skidegate Band Council and the Council of the Haida Nation — received the “Community of the Year”…

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OMVC

‘We’re going to continue housing our people’

From Longhouse-style Elders’ buildings to new additions and energy efficient upgrades — the Old Massett Village Council (OMVC) is taking a multi-pronged approach to addressing housing needs in their community….

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Managing Invasive Green Crab in Haíɫzaqv Territory

Coastal Guardians and stewardship leaders from across the North Pacific Coast work together to confront invasive European green crab in their territories.

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Crest Hotel

‘Once in a lifetime economic opportunity’ — Gitxaała Nation purchases Crest Hotel

The Gitxaała Enterprises Corporation, the business entity of the Gitxaała Nation, recently purchased the Crest Waterfront Hotel which overlooks Prince Rupert Harbour.  “I’m so proud that when our kids come…

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Haida Nation Recognition Act

‘A Historic Day’: Haida Nation Recognition Act Passed in BC’s Legislative Assembly

The Haida Nation Recognition Act, which supports the Haida Nation’s inherent right of governance, has been adopted into provincial law in BC.  A Haida delegation, including members of the Hereditary…

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Gitxaała Nation

Gitxaała Bring Treasure Home, a ‘Historic Turning Point’ for the Nation

A pts’aan, a totem pole belonging to the Gitxaała Nation — sold 126 years ago during one of their “darkest periods in living memory” — has returned home, blessed and…

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Job Opportunity: Director of Policy and Programs

CFN is looking for a Director of Policy and Programs to oversee our programs, from planning and start-up, to implementation, delivery and evaluation.

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New Toolkit for Installing Heat Pumps in Remote Indigenous Communities

New toolkit for installing heat pumps helps coastal community members reduce the cost of heating and greenhouse gas emissions.

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