Natural Resources
‘Na̱mg̱is territory
Protecting Our Territory and Resources for Future Generations
The ‘Na̱mg̱is Natural Resources Department works to protect, manage, and care for the lands, waters, and natural resources within ‘Na̱mg̱is territory.
Our work supports the Nation’s Aboriginal Title and Rights, traditional resource use, and the long-term health of our territory.
We work to ensure that our natural resources are respected, protected, and managed responsibly for current and future generations.
Our Territory
‘Na̱mg̱is territory is home to the lands, waters, forests, fish, wildlife, and other natural resources that have supported our people for generations.
The Natural Resources Department focuses primarily on activities and resources throughout ‘Na̱mg̱is territory outside of the Nation’s reserves on Cormorant Island.
‘Na̱mg̱is Territory Map
What We Do
The Natural Resources Department supports the protection and responsible management of natural resources throughout our territory.
Our work includes:
Fisheries and Marine Resources
Supporting the protection, management, and long-term sustainability of fish and marine resources.
Forestry and Land Stewardship
Participating in forestry planning and reviewing activities within ‘Na̱mg̱is territory, including working with forestry companies on proposed harvesting activities.
Wildlife and Environmental Protection
Supporting the protection of wildlife, plants, habitats, and the natural environment.
Referrals and Land Use Reviews
Reviewing proposed activities and developments within ‘Na̱mg̱is territory to help identify potential impacts on the Nation’s lands, resources, Title, and Rights.
Aboriginal Title and Rights
Supporting the Nation’s work to protect and uphold ‘Na̱mg̱is Aboriginal Title and Rights, including the continued use of traditional resources.
Land and Resource Planning Projects
‘Na̱mg̱is First Nation works on land and resource planning initiatives to protect our territory, support our Title and Rights, and reflect the priorities of our members.
Members can learn more about these initiatives, review project updates, and explore past community engagement through Engage ‘Na̱mg̱is.
‘Na̱mg̱is Forest Planning
Learn about the Gwa’ni and T’łuładi projects, including work to protect forests, watersheds, wildlife habitats, and culturally important areas while supporting sustainable forestry.
‘Na̱mg̱is Land Use Planning on Reserve
Learn about the Nation’s work to develop a Land Use Plan for reserve lands, guided by the ‘Na̱mg̱is Land Code and community priorities.
View Land Use Planning Project
Caring for Future Generations
Our lands, waters, and natural resources are an important part of who we are as ‘Na̱mg̱is people.
Through responsible stewardship, the department works to protect these resources so they can continue to support our people, culture, and way of life for generations to come.
Contact Natural Resources
For questions or inquiries related to fisheries and referrals, please use the following contacts.
Fisheries
Referrals
