| Metlakatla First Nation
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This score indicates the likelihood of conflict based on our SLO Algorithm. On a range of -10 to +10, this score of +3 indicates that Metlakatla First Nation is more likely to have conflict over development in their territory.
+3
Community Profile
Last Updated September 8, 2024
- Name: Metlakatla First Nation (ISC Code: 673)
- Former Names:
- Band Style:
- Cultural Area:
- Indigenous Language:
- Number of Registered Members: 1101
Governance
Band Council
Contact Information
- BAND WEBSITE: http://www.metlakatla.ca/
- PHONE NUMBER: (250) 628-3234
- FAX NUMBER: (250) 628-9205
- ADDRESS: PO BOX 459, PRINCE RUPERT, BC
- EMAILS:
Band Financial Statements
Band Council Remuneration
Lands and Traditional Territory
Reserves
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ISC Code: 7761
DASHKEN 22
3.0 Hectares
COAST DISTRICT, RANGE 5, ON EAST SHORE OF SMITH ISLAND AT MOUTH OF THE SKEENA RIVER
[54.1537162, -130.1604796] -
ISC Code: 10026
WILLACLOUGH 6
10.2 Hectares
RANGE 5 COAST DISTRICT
[nil, nil] -
ISC Code: 7764
LAKELSE 25
8.5 Hectares
COAST DISTRICT RANGE 5, ON RIGHT BANK OF THE LAKELSE RIVER 1 MILE NORTHWEST OF LAKELSE LAKE
[54.3811282, -128.6175851] -
ISC Code: 7763
MEANLAW 24
2.7 Hectares
COAST DISTRICT RANGE 5, ON RIGHT BANK OF THE SKEENA RIVER 2 MILES NORTH OF VEITCH POINT
[54.170173, -130.0386313] -
ISC Code: 7766
RUSHTON ISLAND 90
6.8 Hectares
COAST DIST RGE 5, LOT 3915, ENTIRE RUSHTON ISLAND & 1 SMALL ISLAND TO N., IN BROWN PASS. ENTRANGE TO CHATHAM SOUND
[49.41683500000001, 6.101905899999999] -
ISC Code: 7767
SQUADEREE 91
2.2 Hectares
COAST DISTRICT, RANGE 5, LOT 3914, ON POINT ON SOUTHWEST COAST OF STEPHENS ISLAND, N. ENTRANCE TO HECATE STRAIT
[-40.6702193, 173.9969103] -
ISC Code: 7760
TUGWELL ISLAND 21
126.2 Hectares
COAST DISTRICT, ENTIRE TUGWELL ISLAND, ENTRANCE TO VENN PASS, 8 MILES WEST OF PRINCE RUPERT
[54.3281552, -130.5069283] -
ISC Code: 7768
AVERY ISLAND 92
20.4 Hectares
COAST DISTRICT , RG. 5, LOT 3917, ENTIRE AVERY ISLAND, NORTH OF STEPHENS ISLAND IN BELL PASSAGE
[54.211879, -130.7584214] -
ISC Code: 10025
POINT VEITCH 7
6.2 Hectares
RANGE 5 COAST DISTRICT
[nil, nil] -
ISC Code: 10024
TSIMPSEAN 2A
4114.0 Hectares
RANGE 5 COAST DISTRICT
[nil, nil] -
ISC Code: 7757
KHYEX 8
17.5 Hectares
COAST DISTRICT RANGE 5, ON RIGHT BANK OF THE SKEENA RIVER AT MOUTH OF KHYEX RIVER
[54.2352368, -129.8085183] -
ISC Code: 7841
RED BLUFF 88
135.5 Hectares
COAST DISTRICT, RGE 5, LOT 3965, ON NORTH SIDE OF NASS BAY, AT MOUTH OF THE NASS RIVER
[54.9947509, -129.6980587] -
ISC Code: 7756
SHOOWAHTLANS (SHAWTLANS) 4
0.5 Hectares
COAST DIS. RGE 5, WEST END OF SHAWATTAN LAKE, NORTH END OF MORSE BASIN, 2 MILES NORTHEAST OF PRINCE RUPERT
[41.7934416, -72.67722619999999] -
ISC Code: 7769
EDYE 93
0.4 Hectares
COAST DISTRICT, RGE 5, LOT 3916, ALL OF A SMALL ISLAND IN EDYE PASSAGE, SOUTH OF PRESCOTT ISLAND
[73.0184553, -96.9154418] -
ISC Code: 10023
GRASSY BAY
8.3 Hectares
ALL OF PARCEL A OF DISTRICT LOT 251 AS SHOWN ON PLAN EPP 16565 DEPOSITED IN THE LAND TITLE OFFICE IN NEW WESTMINSTER B.C
[49.20160079999999, -122.9117162] -
ISC Code: 7762
KSHAOOM 23
2.6 Hectares
COAST DISTRICT RANGE 5, AT NORTH END OF DE HORSEY ISLAND AT MOUTH OF THE SKEENA RIVER
[54.1464167, -130.1491404] -
ISC Code: 7754
S1/2 TSIMPSEAN 2
3270.0 Hectares
COAST DISTRICT, RANGE 5, ON W COAST OF TSIMPSEAN PENINSULA AND NORTH END OF DIGBY ISLAND, ON E SHORE OF CHATHAM SOUND
[54.3666667, -130.25] -
ISC Code: 7759
SCUTTSAP 11
1.5 Hectares
COAST DISTRICT, RANGE 5, ON LEFT BANK OF THE SKEENA RIVER, 1 MILE SOUTHWEST OF KWINITSA C.N. STATION
[54.2140755, -129.5614953] -
ISC Code: 7765
TUCK INLET 89
1.6 Hectares
COAST DISTRICT, RANGE 5, LOT 3950, AT HEAD OF TUCK INLET, 10 MILES NORTH OF PRINCE RUPERT
[54.4385523, -130.3273295] -
ISC Code: 7758
KHTAHDA 10
1.4 Hectares
COAST DISTRICT RANGE 5, ON LEFT BANK OF THE SKEENA RIVER AT MOUTH OF THE KHTADA RIVER
[54.1774194, -129.597472] -
ISC Code: 7755
WILNASKANCAUD 3
2.3 Hectares
COAST DISTRICT, RANGE 5, ON EAST SHORE OF KAIEN ISLAND, 2 MILES EAST OF PRINCE RUPERT
[54.314441, -130.2666281]
Traditional Territory
- Katzie Official Traditional Territory Map [pdf]
- Interactive Map
- The Metlakatla First Nation First Nation’s traditional territory encompasses significant portions of the Lower Fraser River, Pitt River, and Pitt Lake. The territory extends through modern-day Langley, Mission, Surrey, New Westminster, Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, and Richmond, among others.
- The Metlakatla First Nation people have historically used the land for fishing, hunting, and gathering. Significant fishing sites include the Pitt River and Fraser River for salmon harvesting.
- Interactive Map of Katzie Traditional Territory: Click here to view a detailed interactive map showing the boundaries and key cultural sites.
- Historical Land Use: The Katzie people have lived in this region for thousands of years, practicing sustainable resource management and protecting sacred areas such as Pitt Lake and its surrounding wetlands. For more information on Katzie’s historical land use, visit Katzie Traditional Land Use Reports.
- In addition to key fishing sites, the Katzie historically used the upland forests of Blue Mountain for hunting and gathering. This area remains central to Katzie’s cultural practices today.
Land Claims
- Specific Claims None
- BC Treaty Process Participation: The Katzie First Nation is a participant in the British Columbia Treaty Process, which aims to resolve land claims and establish new agreements regarding land, resources, and self-governance.
- Treaty Negotiation Status: Katzie First Nation is currently in **Stage 4** of the BC Treaty Process, where they are negotiating an Agreement-in-Principle with the governments of British Columbia and Canada. This stage focuses on addressing key issues such as land ownership, resource rights, and governance over traditional territories. You can read more about their progress in the process at the BC Treaty Commission.
- Negotiation Issues: The Katzie First Nation is negotiating on several issues, including:
- Self-governance over their lands and resources
- Fishing rights and management of the **Fraser River** and **Pitt River** ecosystems
- Forest resource management and protection of sacred sites like **Pitt Lake**
- Economic development opportunities and rights to traditional lands
- Katzie Treaty Process Summary: For a full overview of Katzie’s involvement in the BC Treaty Process, visit the Katzie First Nation profile on the BC Treaty Commission website.
- Timeline of Negotiations: Katzie First Nation has been in negotiations since **Stage 1** of the treaty process in the early 1990s. They have achieved significant milestones, including interim agreements on fisheries and land use, while continuing negotiations toward a final treaty agreement.
Lands Administration
- Land Code: ✔
- Land Code Document: PDF
- Land Use Plan: PDF
- Land Code Contact: N/A
- Part of Guardians Program: ✔
- Guardians Program Notes: N/A
- Related Documents: Environmental Management Plan [Part 1] [PDF]
Consultations and Referrals
Band Business Interests
Court Records
Media Reports
Academic Research
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