Indigenous Women Rising: Simone Reece, Stewardship Director, Gitga’at Nation
Read StoryThe first female director of the Gitga’at Nation’s Oceans and Lands Department, Simone Reece describes her new position and how she continues to overcome any barriers in her way.
Indigenous Women Rising: Kirsten Milton, Director of Health, Nuxalk Nation
Read StoryA year into her role as Director of Health for the Nuxalk Nation, Kirsten Milton shares her thoughts on her leadership role as a woman in the Bella Coola Valley and on being a health leader during COVID-19.
Indigenous Women Rising: Tina Ryan, Coastal Guardian, Metlakatla Nation
Read StoryAfter her first year on the job as the first female Guardian for the Metlakatla Nation, Tina Ryan shares her experiences on the water and her aspirations for young women in Metlakatla territory.
Coastal Cleanups Provide Jobs, Protect Shorelines
Read StoryA massive beach cleanup by coastal First Nations is cleaning 3,500 kilometres of coastline and creating jobs for communities hard hit by pandemic shutdowns.
First Nations Demand Government Transparency on COVID-19 Cases
Read StoryLed by the Heiltsuk, Nuu-chah-nulth and Tŝilhqot’in, 21 First Nations are asking the BC Health Ministry to provide early information on the location of COVID-19 cases near their communities, so they can better protect members.
Twenty Years of Progress: 2019 CFN-GBI Annual Report
Read StoryAs Coastal First Nations celebrates its 20th anniversary, we take a look back at a year full of successes and progress in our 2019 Annual Report.
Restoring the Waters of Juus Káahlii
Read StoryRestoring the marine habitat of Juus Káahlii (Juskatla Inlet) on Haida Gwaii, after decades of industrial logging and mismanagement from external interests.
Coastal Guardian Watchmen Release Strategic Plan
Read StoryA new strategic plan articulates the shared goals and objectives of Guardian programs within CFN member Nations, and outlines eight Strategic Priorities for enhancing their work into the future.
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.
Expedition Uncovers New Clues on Decline of Pacific Salmon Populations
Read StoryPreliminary results of two international expeditions to study Pacific salmon in the open ocean offers new clues as to why salmon populations are declining.
Spirit Bear Study Reveals Big Gaps in Protection
Read StoryMulti-year research, led by the Kitasoo/Xai’xais and Gitga’at Nations, shows the Spirit bear is up to 50 per cent rarer in the Great Bear Rainforest than previously estimated.
Focus on Indigenous-led Science is a Win-Win for All
Read StoryCollaborative Indigenous-led science is positive for both external researchers and for local Nations that can incorporate knowledge and data to inform the community long-term.
Indigenous-Led Renewable Energy Projects Empower Communities
Read StoryA new 1.7-megawatt upgrade to the Kitasoo/Xai’xais hydropower facility will increase power security for the Nation and support the creation of new homes and much-needed infrastructure.
Working Toward a 100% Renewable Future
Read StoryEnergy efficient technologies, alternative energy sources and community partnerships are guiding the vision toward 100 per cent renewable power on Haida Gwaii.
