Sockeye 2026 Registration

The Natural Resources Department is now accepting registrations for the 2026 Food Fish Distribution Program.

Members who wish to receive Sockeye are asked to register their household by completing the online form.

 Register Here

Registration for the 2026 Food Fish Distribution Program will remain open while the ‘Na̱mg̱is Natural Resources Department awaits a confirmed fishing date.

A registration closing date has not yet been set and will be announced once the food fish boat is able to go out.

If you require assistance completing the registration form, please contact:

Terian Whonnock

  • 250-974-5556 ext. 2163
  • or visit the Natural Resources Building at 43 Gatu Road, where staff can assist you.

Please note that distribution details—whether fish will be distributed per member or per household—will not be confirmed until the fish arrive.

Update – July 30, 2026

The ‘Na̱mg̱is Natural Resources Department would like to let members know that the food fish boat will not be going out this weekend.

The situation will be evaluated on Tuesday, August 4th, and another update will be shared at that time.

Thank you for your patience and understanding as the Natural Resources Department continues to monitor the situation.

If you have any questions regarding the Food Fish Distribution Program, please contact the Natural Resources Department directly.

Update – August 5, 2026

The ‘Na̱mg̱is Natural Resources Department would like to provide an update on this year’s sockeye.

Sockeye fishing will close tonight at midnight. The number of sockeye returning through Johnstone Strait has been very low compared to the number of pink salmon. As a result, a food fish vessel was not sent out during the most recent opening.

We are still preparing for a sockeye distribution this year and remain hopeful that one will take place. However, at this time, it is unlikely that anything will happen this week.

The Natural Resources Department will continue to monitor the situation closely and will provide another update as soon as more information becomes available.

Update – August 6, 2026

Registration for the 2026 Food Fish Distribution Program will remain open while the ‘Na̱mg̱is Natural Resources Department awaits a confirmed fishing date.

A registration closing date has not yet been set and will be announced once the food fish boat is able to go out.

If you have not yet registered, you can still complete the registration form above.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Johnstone Strait Sockeye Food Fish FAQDownload

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Administration staff will be temporarily located at the Learning Centre while flooring is being installed in the Administration Office at 49 Atli Street . Services remain available during this time. G̱ilakas'la for your patience.