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K’ómoks First Nation has stewarded the lands and waters of their vast territory since time immemorial. Today, that ancestral responsibility is carried out largely by the K’ómoks Guardian Watchmen Department.

Established in 2014, the K’ómoks Guardians monitor, restore, document, patrol, and protect their territory and all the species therein. Their work sustains the ecosystem, protects cultural values, and supports the K’ómoks people.

Though the department has grown extensively over the years, now employing seven full-time staff, there is still much the Nation hopes to achieve. In a region of intense development and urban growth, K’ómoks is fundraising to grow and enhance its stewardship authority. In doing so, they will benefit current and future generations of K’ómoks by enhancing their path to self-determination.
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Coast Funds is pleased to announce that Ross Dixon has joined our team as Director, Development.

Ross will work in service of First Nations governments to build their endowed funds with Coast Funds to sustainably finance their stewardship authorities. As Director, Development, Ross will work in partnership with First Nations to collaboratively create fundraising strategies, identify opportunities, and support Nations as they launch stewardship fundraising campaigns.

“Ross brings with him a wealth of experience supporting First Nations to strengthen the well-being of their communities and their ecosystems,” says Coast Funds’ CEO, Brodie Guy. “His skill set, knowledge, and passion are sure to have a positive impact on Coast Funds’ ability to achieve our goals in support of First Nations.”
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Just as Xaayda Gwaay.yaay Haida Gwaii is once again welcoming visitors, the Haida House at Tllaal has announced the highly anticipated opening of six Ocean View Cabins for late July. An additional six units will be ready to meet visitor demand by late September.

The two-bedroom cabins are located on the east coast of Haida Gwaii, nestled between sand and forest where the serene Tlell River enters Hecate Straight. Accommodating up to four people, the cabins include a private hot tub and sweeping ocean views. The cabins feature Haida-inspired architecture, interior design and décor, paying tribute to Xaayda Gwaay.yaay Haida Gwaii’s rich culture and heritage.

The cabins are an expansion of Haida House at Tllaal which is owned and operated by the Haida Enterprise Corporation, a company focused on building enterprises that reflect Haida cultural values, create career opportunities for Haida citizens, and strengthen the economy of Haida Gwaii.
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First Nations are partnering with Coast Funds to build and invest their endowed funds to sustainably finance stewardship authorities for generations to come.

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Coast Funds is accepting new applications from participating First Nations for our current round of funding until October 1, 2021. If you have a conservation initiative or a sustainable business project or expansion in mind, please get in touch with us as early as possible if you plan to apply.
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Photos courtesy: K'omoks Guardian Department, Haida Enterprise Corporation

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