PRESS RELEASE - THE HAIDA GWAII - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - PRESIDENT JASON ALSOP

President of the Haida Nation, Gaagwiis Jason Alsop

LINKED HERE:  For Immediate Release: The Haida Nation and Canada announce a first-of-its-kind agreement recognizing Aboriginal title on Haida Gwaii – Council of the Haida Nation

“The signing of the Chiix̱uujin / Chaaw Ḵaawgaa “Big Tide (Low Water)” Haida Title Lands Agreement is a testament to respect, responsibility, and interconnectedness between the Council of the Haida Nation and the Government of Canada. For over 30 years, the Haida Nation and Canada – through Parks Canada – have worked side by side to protect Gwaii Haanas, a place of global significance. Today’s celebration marks another step in this journey, strengthening our partnership and honouring the inherent Haida title to the beautiful lands of Haida Gwaii.”

— The Hon. Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change