Kitsumkalum and the B.C. Treaty Process

As far back as 1879, the Tsimshian have expressed their concerns for the preservation of their village and fishing sites in and along the Skeena, the Nass Rivers, and in and around the North coast.

The people of the Tsimshian Nation have a culture and a language that is strongly connected their traditional territories.

The Northwest is a mountainous, coastal region, that is laced with major watersheds that contains the fish and wildlife that has sustained the Tsimshian for thousands of years.

Important topics under negotiation

1. Governance system
2. Eligibility and Enrollment
3. Fisheries
4. Lands
5. Resources
6. Forestry Issues
7. Financial Agreements and Compensation
   
   
   

Stages in the B.C. Treaty Process completed by Kitsumkalum
Stage 1: Statement of Intent	Comlpeted - December 3, 1994
Stage 2: Preperation for Negotions	Completed -
Stage 3: Framework Agreement	Completed -
Stage 4: Negotiation of Framework Agreement	Kitsumkalum is currently in Stage 4.
Stage 5: Negotiations of the Final Agreement	Members will 'vote' before preceding into this stage
Stage 6: Implementation of Treaty	Parties involved will 'vote' prior to entering this stage

Political negotiation can be the most constructive and practical means to address the complex issues relating to aboriginal rights and title.

In the BC treaty process, each First Nation, Canada and BC may introduce any issue at the negotiation table that it views as significant to the new relationship.

Although each treaty negotiation is unique, comprehensive treaties will address:

• First Nations government structures and related financial arrangements
• Jurisdiction and ownership of lands, waters and resources
• Cash settlements

Treaties will also establish processes for amendment and resolving disputes.

Related Resources

• Tsimshian First Nation Treaty Society
• B.C. Treaty Comission
• The Federal Government
• The Provincial Government
• Indian and Northern Affairs Canada
• The First Nations Summit
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  Kitselas Band Council
  
• Metlakatla Band Council
  
• Hartley Bay Band Council
  
• Kitasoo Band Council
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• Contact the Kitsumkalum Treaty Office
• Hours of operation
• 
  Monday - Friday
• 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
• Closed Satutory Holiday
  
  Phone (250) 635-1718
  Fax (250) 635-6196
  Email: kalum.treaty@kitsumkalum.bc.ca
  
  P.O. Box 544 Terrace B.C. V8G 4B5