Oil Tanker Ban: A Step Toward Sustainable Coastal Economies
With the oil tanker ban finally law, we can turn our attention to building a healthy, sustainable coastal economy; one that recognizes the needs of all future generations.
Featured Profile: Laadaa – Haida Stewardship Director
When you meet Laadaa, Stewardship Director for the Haida Nation, you’ll know immediately where he stands and where he’s coming from.
Fisheries Agreement Will Get Fishers Back on the Water
Coastal First Nations sign historic fisheries resources agreement with the Federal Government that will help revitalize fisheries throughout our coastal communities.
Foundation for Stewardship: Indigenous Laws Workshop
At a four-day workshop on Indigenous Laws in Prince Rupert, STTP graduates learn how these belief systems form the foundation for their stewardship work on the coast.
Government of Canada signs historic reconciliation agreement with B.C. Coastal First Nations
Vancouver, BC – There is no relationship more important to the Government of Canada than the one with Indigenous peoples. We are committed to advancing a renewed relationship with Indigenous…
Heiltsuk Nation and Canada Sign Groundbreaking $40-Million Investment Agreement
Leaders of the Heiltsuk Nation and the Government of Canada signed a groundbreaking agreement that provides an investment of $36.96 million over three years in four Heiltsuk priority “House Post” areas.
Coastal Guardian Watchmen receive $600,000 in new funding
New funding for the Coastal Guardian Watchmen will support ongoing efforts to monitor, protect and restore coastal territories along the North and Central Coast and Haida Gwaii.
Oil Tanker Moratorium Act passes
Senate vote a win for BC’s coastal communities (Vancouver, BC) June 20, 2019 – The Coastal First Nations (CFN) applauds the Senate’s vote in support of Bill C-48, the Oil…
It’s time to pass the Oil Tanker Moratorium Act
CFN-GBI supports the federal government’s request that the Senate pass Bill C-48, the Oil Tanker Moratorium Act, in its amended form so that northern BC waters will be safe from oil spills.