Resources
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.
Indigenous Women Leaders Look to the Future – Join us tonight on Zoom!
Read StoryJoin us for a special 20th Anniversary Zoom discussion with four amazing women leaders from Coastal First Nations communities.
Coastal Guardian Watchmen: Above and Beyond to Support Coastal Communities
Read StoryFor as long as these programs have existed, Guardians have also carried out many other frontline duties for their Nations, often going above and beyond their stewardship role.
Coastal Shellfish Corporation Receives VanCity Sustainability Award
Read StoryAs salmon stocks continue their sharp decline, the Metlakatla-owned Coastal Shellfish Corporation stands out as a good news story on the BC coast in an otherwise ailing fishing industry.
The Turning Point: Looking Back at the Inception of Coastal First Nations
Read StoryLooking back at the inception of Coastal First Nations through the eyes of the David Suzuki Foundation.
20th Anniversary Profile: Doug Neasloss, Kitasoo/Xai’xais Stewardship Director
Read StoryA look back over the last 20 years through the eyes of Doug Neasloss, and his efforts to protect bears, build ecotourism opportunities and create a sustainable economy in the Great Bear Rainforest.
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.
Tracing the Roots of the Coastal Guardian Watchmen
Read StoryAs today’s Coastal Guardian Watchmen carry on the time-honoured tradition and responsibility of caring for their coastal lands and waters, they’re making their ancestors proud.
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.
We all need to #MaskUp!
Read StoryDuring our 20th Anniversary Celebrations, CFN gives a shout out to our community leaders and members who have been working hard to keep families safe from COVID-19.
Celebrating our Partnerships
Read StoryAs we celebrate our 20th Anniversary, Coastal First Nations recognizes and celebrates the friends we’ve made along the way.
Celebrating Our Milestones over the past 20 Years
Read StorySince CFN first came together in 2000, we’ve worked to forge a new approach to building a sustainable coastal economy and stewarding these lands and waters.
Stronger Together: Celebrating CFN’s 20th Anniversary
Read StoryJoin us in celebrating CFN’s 20th Anniversary, as we reflect on how far we’ve come together and look forward to a sustainable future!
In 2020, Coastal First Nations is celebrating 20 years together!
Read StoryJoin us for two weeks of stories, videos, photos and more as we celebrate our history and communities. And look forward to another 20 years! #StrongerTogether
