Haida Nation, Council of the

Last updated on March 15, 2024

Current activities

  • B.C. and Haida Nation have reached a draft agreement on the next phase of Aboriginal Title implementation. If approved, the agreement – along with supporting legislation – would formally recognize Haida Aboriginal Title throughout Haida Gwaii. Learn more about the Draft Agreement on Haida Aboriginal Title.
  • The Council of the Haida Nation (CHN) has a constitutionally established definition of its citizenship. The Council negotiates on behalf of all its citizens, and its structure includes the participation of representatives which are directly elected by its citizens to the CHN and representatives of both Haida Band Councils
  • The CHN has a finalized reconciliation agreement with B.C. and Canada. 

Completed agreements

Forestry agreements

Reconciliation agreements

Other agreements

Information
Council of the Haida Nation

Location: Haida Gwaii

Region: North Coast

Communities: Old Massett Village Council, Skidegate Band Council

Website: Council of the Haida Nation

Population: 6,525

INAC: Secretariat of the Haida Nation