North Coast Skeena First Nations Stewardship Society

Our Story

The North Coast-Skeena First Nations Stewardship Society (NCSFNSS) was established in 2005 to enable First Nations communities on the British Columbia North Coast and lower Skeena River to collaborate on projects of shared value. In particular, the NCSFNSS works on regional and community-based initiatives related to planning and the sustainable use of marine resources. The current Member Nations of the NCSFNSS are: Gitxaala, Gitga’at, Kitsumkalum, and Kitselas First Nations.

The NCSFNSS coordinates, supports, and implements multiple projects. Through both Marine Planning and Fisheries Programs, NCSFNSS staff work towards increasing our understanding of the North Coast’s social and biological environments as well as carrying out specific Habitat restoration projects and assessments.