CFN supports Kitasoo Xai’Xais’ new Gitdisdzu Lugyeks (Kitasu Bay) Marine Protected Area
Read StoryIn the spirit of collaboration, we celebrate the announcement of the new Gitdisdzu Lugyeks (Kitasu Bay) Marine Protected Area in Kitasoo Xai’xais Territory.
On Oceans Day, ask: What if we could do it differently?
Read StoryOn this Oceans Day, let’s work together to rebuild the natural abundance of the coast.
ArticleNewsLandmark Agreement Appoints Coastal Guardian Watchmen with Provincial Authority
Read StoryKitasoo Xai’xais and Nuxalk Nations sign an MOU with BC that extends their stewardship authorities to Park Ranger authorities.
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CFN op-ed: Rebuilding Fisheries and Wild Fish Stocks is Reconciliation in Action
Read StoryIn this article, CEO Christine Smith-Martin and Heiltsuk Chief Councillor Marilyn Slett say rebuilding fish populations and embracing fisheries co-governance is an important step toward reconciliation.
Fisheries Reconciliation Key to Building Conservation-based Economy
Read StoryA landmark agreement between Coastal First Nations and the federal government aims to turn the corner on historical wrongs.
Fisheries Resources Reconciliation Agreement means increased say in management of oceans
Read StoryThe historic Fisheries Resource Reconciliation Agreement will provide funding for access to commercial fishing opportunities for the eight Coastal First Nations member communities.
Coastal First Nations sign Fisheries Resources Reconciliation Agreement with Canada
Read StoryThis historic agreement provides funding for access to commercial fishing opportunities for the eight CFN member First Nations on the North and Central Coast and Haida Gwaii.
MaPP receives BC Reconciliation Award
Read StoryCoastal First Nations congratulates the Marine Plan Partnership (MaPP) on receiving the BC Reconciliation Award.
Governments Must Act Now to Save Wild Salmon
Read StoryOur sustainable future depends fundamentally on healthy and thriving salmon populations. We must act now for the sake of future generations.
A Marine Protected Areas Network for the North Pacific Coast
Read StoryFirst Nations and federal and provincial governments are working together on a ground-breaking initiative to create a network of MPAs for the North Pacific Coast.
Importance of Salmon Monitoring for Coastal Communities
Read StoryIn the face of declining salmon populations, CFN aims to work collaboratively on implementing a coast-wide monitoring program to help manage these important fisheries.
A Shared Vision for Healthy Oceans
Read StoryLearn how the Moore Foundation hooked up with Coastal First Nations 15 years ago to work together toward healthy oceans.
Reference Report: Co-governance of BC’s Marine Protected Areas
Read StoryA new report provides lessons learned for First Nations about both the risks and opportunities associated with marine protected areas (MPAs), and how co-governance arrangements can be fully realized.
Central Coast Nations Await Landmark Crab Closures
Read StoryCentral Coast Nations hope landmark crab closures will soon be in place to protect Food for Social and Ceremonial fisheries in their territories.
