Call for Artists
Call for Artists Logo for new Gizuá Market KITAMAAT VILLAGE, August 9, 2024 Background: In June 2024, yáqʷa Development Corporation announced its purchase of the Sunrise General Store building located in the heart of Haisla Village. The Sunrise General Store has rich and long history of operating in Haisla Village. Initially operated as a co-op, Sunrise was purchased by Lloyd and Irene Starr in the early 1960s, and in the early 1990s, Mary and Tom Nyce took over operations. Throughout the years, the Sunrise General Store has played a significant role in the community, renowned for its seafood restaurant, Seamaster's,[...]
Are you ready to make a true difference to the vibrant community of the Haisla Nation?
Arpil 11, 2024 yáqʷa has an exciting opportunity for a full-time CEO to join our team in Haisla, BC, with an opportunity for to work hybrid after orientation. Reporting to yáqʷa’s Board of Directors, you will be responsible for driving the economic growth and sustainability of yáqʷa Development Corporation through strategic leadership and direction. Learn more here and apply today, or share with your network.
yáqʷa joint venture HaiSea unveils new floating operations facility
March 13, 2024 HaiSea Marine, majority owned by Haisla Nation in partnership with Seaspan ULC, unveiled its new floating operations facility with an official naming and blessing ceremony. Zewén will be the home base for the world’s greenest tugboat fleet in Haisla traditional territory. “Zewén” is the Haisla word for Coho and is now also the name of HaiSea’s operations and maintenance facility. The location where the Zewén will be secured in Kitimat inspired the name from Haisla Nation Hereditary Chief, Basil Grant. His family has been fishing for Coho in that exact spot for generations. Now the site will[...]
