Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw Nations Treaty

08/16/2024

Community Notice: Bighouse Opening Postponed

Date: August 14, 2024

To the Members of the Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw Nation,
At the request of the Gukwdzi Project Management & Construction Team, the Bighouse opening that we just announced for September 30th is being postponed due to unforeseen material delays and need to ensure safety throughout the building. A lot of progress has been made, construction is over 90% complete, but our top priority is making sure that the quality of the build reflects how significant this opening will be to the Gwa’sala ‘Nakwaxda’xw community that has waited so long.

We know that this news is disappointing and want you to know that this decision was not taken lightly. We are also upset and do not want to have people wait any longer for their Gukwdzi. We remain committed to providing clear updates and addressing community concerns. We apologize to the hereditary Chiefs for having to ask them to delay this opening.

As part of our commitment to sharing information and preparing for the opening in a good way, we will invite all community members to a late-summer feast - where we will discuss the Bighouse status and outline the final steps to be completed.

We sincerely wish that this delay could be avoided, but it would not have been right to try to rush things and sacrifice the safety and quality of such an amazing building after all the work that has gone into getting so close. We look forward to hosting you so you can ask any questions you may still have – and to celebrate the Bighouse opening that the Nation deserves.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support.

Gilakas’la,

The Gukwdzi Project Management and Construction Team

For any immediate questions or concerns, please contact Gordon Black.

Email: [email protected]

07/10/2024

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07/05/2024

📢 Join Us Today for the K’awat’si Economic Development Corporation AGM!

🌟 Date: July 5
⏰ Time: 10 AM - 3 PM
📍 Location: GN School, 182 Ba’as Rd, Tsulquate Reserve, Port Hardy, BC

Dear Gwa’sala-‘Nakwaxda’xw Nation Members,

We are excited to invite you to our Annual General Meeting and ceremonial feast (Kwil) today. It’s an excellent opportunity to:

🔸 Get updates on all KEDC Business Lines
🔸 Meet and introduce our board of directors: Janet Hanuse, Norman Galis, Lisa Swain, and Roop Virk
🔸 Engage in a Q&A session

Come enjoy door prizes, food, information booths, and traditional singing and dancing. Everyone is welcome!

02/29/2024

Clarification: An internal press release intended for Ottawa stakeholders was inadvertently shared publicly earlier today. There will be a second release approved by council. We apologize for any confusion and will issue an updated statement shortly to provide clear information on the state of emergency and its impact on our community. This mix-up was an administrative error, and we are taking steps to ensure our communication channels are streamlined for future updates.

02/29/2024

In a crucial meeting with Minister of Indigenous Services, Patty Hajdu our team highlighted the pressing housing crisis facing the Gwanak Nations Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw Nations Treaty due to the imminent flood plane threat. We also addressed the long-standing impacts of forced relocation.

Immediate support is paramount as we navigate through this state of emergency. We are grateful for the Minister's attention to these urgent matters and look forward to collaborative solutions that will safeguard our community's future.

02/29/2024

Posted on LinkedIn by Brain Francis (Brian Francis is a Mi'kmaq leader, Chief of the Abegweit First Nation from 2007 to 2018. On 11 October 2018 he was appointed to the Senate of Canada representing Prince Edward Island. He is the first Mi'kmaq from Prince Edward Island appointed to the Senate):

"With a delegation led by Chief Terry Walkus of the Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw Nation! This afternoon I hosted a meeting with Senators Arnot, White and Greenwood to discuss some of the issues impacting the community, including the lasting impact of their forceful relocation and amalgamation from their traditional lands in the 1960s and their ongoing efforts to negotiate a treaty with B.C. and Canada."

We are pleased to have had the opportunity to meet with Brian Francis and discuss the issues impacting our community.

Specifically the lasting impact of our forceful relocation and amalgamation from our traditional lands. Brian, along with other Senate Members: Judy White, David Arnot, and BC Senator Margo Greenwood.

The key take away shared amongst our delegation was that our Nations story and Chiefs were heard.

02/28/2024

In a time of urgency following the Gwanak Nations declaration of a State Of Emergency, to safeguard our community and youth, our delegation's visit to Ottawa is underscored by a resolute purpose. We are here to advocate for the future of our Nation, engage in earnest discussions about aquaculture and treaty rights, and seek pathways toward economic reconciliation.

Our meetings with Minister of Crown–Indigenous Relations, Gary Anandasangaree, and the Liberal Party of Canada | Parti libéral du Canada are pivotal in shaping mutual Nation-to-Nation understanding and reinforcing our rights and traditions. We stand committed to a journey of recovery and prosperity, not just for our community, but as a beacon of hope and progress.

The path we walk is paved with the spirit of partnership and the resolve to secure a sustainable future for our people.

Join us as we strive for reconciliation that not only honours our past but also empowers the Gwa'sala-'Nakwaxda'xw Nations towards a thriving tomorrow.

02/27/2024

Had a productive dialogue today with Conservative members Jamie Schmale and Mel Arnold on the future of and . Engaging with key policymakers is vital for understanding and upholding our rights. We're committed to a sustainable and prosperous future.

02/27/2024

This week, a small delegation from our Nation is meeting with Canadian officials in Ottawa to advocate for our right to self-determination and to secure our inherent right to economic reconciliation.

07/11/2023

Good morning everyone!

We are very excited to invite you to the Treaty Open House today (Tuesday July 11) at Wakas Hall from 1:00-5:30pm.

1:00-1:30 Welcome
1:30-2:00 Opening
2:00-3:00 Language Technologies Presentation
3:00-3:45 Treaty Settlement Lands Presentation and Discussion
3:45-4:30 Marine Use Plan Presentation and Discussion
4:30-5:30 Dinner and Prizes

For those unable to join in person, the event will also be live streamed to Facebook. We look forward to seeing you there!

07/05/2023

Good morning everyone!

We are very excited to invite you to the next GNN Treaty Open House happening Tuesday, July 11th, 2023 at Wakas Hall from 1:00-5:30pm. For those unable to join in person, we will also be live streaming the event on Facebook. We look forward to seeing you and being a part of this important conversation!