Coast Funds
@coastfunds.bsky.social
Indigenous-led conservation finance organization serving First Nations in the #GreatBearRainforest and #HaidaGwaii.
🐻 https://www.coastfunds.ca
🐻 https://www.coastfunds.ca
“This isn’t just about raising a pole, it’s about raising our stories, our history and our spirit. It tells the story of who we are — our ancestors, our clans, our connection to this land since time immemorial.” - Chief Councillor Glenn Bennett
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November 3, 2025 at 9:10 PM
“This isn’t just about raising a pole, it’s about raising our stories, our history and our spirit. It tells the story of who we are — our ancestors, our clans, our connection to this land since time immemorial.” - Chief Councillor Glenn Bennett
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🔗 terracestandard.com/2025/10/20/k...
Big thanks to Axium Infrastructure, Fiera Capital, and ACM Advisors for sponsoring the first-ever Great Bear Rainforest Economic Summit.
Their support has helped us bring First Nations leaders together to connect, learn, and share.
Their support has helped us bring First Nations leaders together to connect, learn, and share.
October 6, 2025 at 5:17 PM
Big thanks to Axium Infrastructure, Fiera Capital, and ACM Advisors for sponsoring the first-ever Great Bear Rainforest Economic Summit.
Their support has helped us bring First Nations leaders together to connect, learn, and share.
Their support has helped us bring First Nations leaders together to connect, learn, and share.
Happening today: the Great Bear Rainforest Economic Summit!
First Nations leaders, business innovators, and partners are gathering to share perspectives and discuss the future of the conservation economy.
First Nations leaders, business innovators, and partners are gathering to share perspectives and discuss the future of the conservation economy.
October 2, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Happening today: the Great Bear Rainforest Economic Summit!
First Nations leaders, business innovators, and partners are gathering to share perspectives and discuss the future of the conservation economy.
First Nations leaders, business innovators, and partners are gathering to share perspectives and discuss the future of the conservation economy.
The gathering began in a good way yesterday morning with a canoe welcome ceremony, followed by a march to the legislature and Mungo Martin Longhouse at the Royal BC Museum, where Nations shared songs, dances, and stories. (Can you spot the special guest? 👀)
June 11, 2025 at 3:53 PM
The gathering began in a good way yesterday morning with a canoe welcome ceremony, followed by a march to the legislature and Mungo Martin Longhouse at the Royal BC Museum, where Nations shared songs, dances, and stories. (Can you spot the special guest? 👀)
Hundreds of Guardians from coast to coast to coast are in lək̓ʷəŋən territory (Victoria, BC) this week for the sixth annual First Nations Guardians Gathering, hosted by the Indigenous Leadership Initiative and the National Guardian Network.
June 11, 2025 at 3:42 PM
Hundreds of Guardians from coast to coast to coast are in lək̓ʷəŋən territory (Victoria, BC) this week for the sixth annual First Nations Guardians Gathering, hosted by the Indigenous Leadership Initiative and the National Guardian Network.
Wuikinuxv First Nation and Coast Funds have been selected for Conservation Finance Alliance's 2025 Incubator!
They're testing feasibility of a Salmon Impact Bond, a #finance tool for salmon #restoration and community development.
🔗Learn more: www.conservationfinancealliance.org/cfa-incubato...
They're testing feasibility of a Salmon Impact Bond, a #finance tool for salmon #restoration and community development.
🔗Learn more: www.conservationfinancealliance.org/cfa-incubato...
June 10, 2025 at 8:07 PM
Wuikinuxv First Nation and Coast Funds have been selected for Conservation Finance Alliance's 2025 Incubator!
They're testing feasibility of a Salmon Impact Bond, a #finance tool for salmon #restoration and community development.
🔗Learn more: www.conservationfinancealliance.org/cfa-incubato...
They're testing feasibility of a Salmon Impact Bond, a #finance tool for salmon #restoration and community development.
🔗Learn more: www.conservationfinancealliance.org/cfa-incubato...
It's National Indigenous History Month. 🧡
For tens of thousands of years, First Nations have shaped thriving ecosystems and communities along the Great Bear Coast.
This month, we invite you to find meaningful ways to take part. Listen, learn, and find an event near you: ow.ly/qg3I50W5h7G
For tens of thousands of years, First Nations have shaped thriving ecosystems and communities along the Great Bear Coast.
This month, we invite you to find meaningful ways to take part. Listen, learn, and find an event near you: ow.ly/qg3I50W5h7G
June 6, 2025 at 8:00 PM
It's National Indigenous History Month. 🧡
For tens of thousands of years, First Nations have shaped thriving ecosystems and communities along the Great Bear Coast.
This month, we invite you to find meaningful ways to take part. Listen, learn, and find an event near you: ow.ly/qg3I50W5h7G
For tens of thousands of years, First Nations have shaped thriving ecosystems and communities along the Great Bear Coast.
This month, we invite you to find meaningful ways to take part. Listen, learn, and find an event near you: ow.ly/qg3I50W5h7G
🎬 Now streaming: "Nations Rising" is a powerful new doc that follows the Nisg̱a’a Nation’s journey to reclaim their lands, affirm their governance, and shape their future on their own terms.
📺 Watch here: ow.ly/gBIc50VOP9r
📰 Learn more: ow.ly/2aWw50VOP9s
📺 Watch here: ow.ly/gBIc50VOP9r
📰 Learn more: ow.ly/2aWw50VOP9s
May 23, 2025 at 5:57 PM
🎬 Now streaming: "Nations Rising" is a powerful new doc that follows the Nisg̱a’a Nation’s journey to reclaim their lands, affirm their governance, and shape their future on their own terms.
📺 Watch here: ow.ly/gBIc50VOP9r
📰 Learn more: ow.ly/2aWw50VOP9s
📺 Watch here: ow.ly/gBIc50VOP9r
📰 Learn more: ow.ly/2aWw50VOP9s
Grizzly bear stewardship in focus 🐻
First Nations from across BC are invited to the Indigenous Roundtable on Grizzly Bear Stewardship, hosted by the Grizzly Bear Foundation, May 27 and 28 in Richmond. Register to access travel and accommodation support.
🔗 grizzlybearfoundation.com/pages/indige...
First Nations from across BC are invited to the Indigenous Roundtable on Grizzly Bear Stewardship, hosted by the Grizzly Bear Foundation, May 27 and 28 in Richmond. Register to access travel and accommodation support.
🔗 grizzlybearfoundation.com/pages/indige...
May 20, 2025 at 4:35 PM
Grizzly bear stewardship in focus 🐻
First Nations from across BC are invited to the Indigenous Roundtable on Grizzly Bear Stewardship, hosted by the Grizzly Bear Foundation, May 27 and 28 in Richmond. Register to access travel and accommodation support.
🔗 grizzlybearfoundation.com/pages/indige...
First Nations from across BC are invited to the Indigenous Roundtable on Grizzly Bear Stewardship, hosted by the Grizzly Bear Foundation, May 27 and 28 in Richmond. Register to access travel and accommodation support.
🔗 grizzlybearfoundation.com/pages/indige...
We're creating a new space and want to feature First Nations artwork! 🎨
Whether you're a new, emerging, or established First Nations artist, we'd love to connect. Tag an artist in the comments. 👇
Shortlisted artists will be contacted at the end of May for commission opportunities.
Whether you're a new, emerging, or established First Nations artist, we'd love to connect. Tag an artist in the comments. 👇
Shortlisted artists will be contacted at the end of May for commission opportunities.
May 15, 2025 at 10:47 PM
We're creating a new space and want to feature First Nations artwork! 🎨
Whether you're a new, emerging, or established First Nations artist, we'd love to connect. Tag an artist in the comments. 👇
Shortlisted artists will be contacted at the end of May for commission opportunities.
Whether you're a new, emerging, or established First Nations artist, we'd love to connect. Tag an artist in the comments. 👇
Shortlisted artists will be contacted at the end of May for commission opportunities.
Today is Moose Hide Campaign Day 🔶
What began as an Indigenous-led movement in BC has now grown to span across Canada, working to end violence against women and children.
Wearing a moose hide pin symbolizes a commitment to respect, protect, and speak out against violence.
🔗 moosehidecampaign.ca
What began as an Indigenous-led movement in BC has now grown to span across Canada, working to end violence against women and children.
Wearing a moose hide pin symbolizes a commitment to respect, protect, and speak out against violence.
🔗 moosehidecampaign.ca
May 15, 2025 at 8:22 PM
Today is Moose Hide Campaign Day 🔶
What began as an Indigenous-led movement in BC has now grown to span across Canada, working to end violence against women and children.
Wearing a moose hide pin symbolizes a commitment to respect, protect, and speak out against violence.
🔗 moosehidecampaign.ca
What began as an Indigenous-led movement in BC has now grown to span across Canada, working to end violence against women and children.
Wearing a moose hide pin symbolizes a commitment to respect, protect, and speak out against violence.
🔗 moosehidecampaign.ca
During our visit to the @moaubc.bsky.social, we learned more about the deep histories, stewardship, and cultural strength of First Nations along the Great Bear Coast - knowledge we carry forward with respect.
May 9, 2025 at 8:16 PM
During our visit to the @moaubc.bsky.social, we learned more about the deep histories, stewardship, and cultural strength of First Nations along the Great Bear Coast - knowledge we carry forward with respect.
“The land can only be as strong and healthy as those who sustain it.” - Chief Councillor Danielle Shaw, Wuikinuxv Nation.
May 6, 2025 at 9:37 PM
“The land can only be as strong and healthy as those who sustain it.” - Chief Councillor Danielle Shaw, Wuikinuxv Nation.
Some of our team members are at the #Salazar Conference on conservation today - if you’re here, come say hi and nab a back issue of the Talking Stick.
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May 6, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Some of our team members are at the #Salazar Conference on conservation today - if you’re here, come say hi and nab a back issue of the Talking Stick.
web.cvent.com/event/31c8a2...
web.cvent.com/event/31c8a2...
🌱 Join Coast Funds and various speakers in Vancouver at UBC, May 5 –7, for the 6th Annual International Symposium on Conservation Impact. Explore how conservation and economic systems can support a nature-positive future.
🔗 Event info: cvent.me/W725On
🔗 Event info: cvent.me/W725On
May 5, 2025 at 9:47 PM
🌱 Join Coast Funds and various speakers in Vancouver at UBC, May 5 –7, for the 6th Annual International Symposium on Conservation Impact. Explore how conservation and economic systems can support a nature-positive future.
🔗 Event info: cvent.me/W725On
🔗 Event info: cvent.me/W725On
Earth Day is Every Day with First Nations Stewardship. 🌱
For tens of thousands of years, Nations along the Great Bear Coast have cared for their lands and waters. Honouring their leadership means listening to their voices and supporting their work.
For tens of thousands of years, Nations along the Great Bear Coast have cared for their lands and waters. Honouring their leadership means listening to their voices and supporting their work.
April 22, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Earth Day is Every Day with First Nations Stewardship. 🌱
For tens of thousands of years, Nations along the Great Bear Coast have cared for their lands and waters. Honouring their leadership means listening to their voices and supporting their work.
For tens of thousands of years, Nations along the Great Bear Coast have cared for their lands and waters. Honouring their leadership means listening to their voices and supporting their work.
🍽️ Nuxalk chef Inez Cook, owner of Salmon n’ Bannock Bistro, reconnected with her culture through food, using it as medicine for healing.
Learn about one of our staff's favourite dining spots: www.fnha.ca/about/news-a...
Learn about one of our staff's favourite dining spots: www.fnha.ca/about/news-a...
April 4, 2025 at 10:31 PM
🍽️ Nuxalk chef Inez Cook, owner of Salmon n’ Bannock Bistro, reconnected with her culture through food, using it as medicine for healing.
Learn about one of our staff's favourite dining spots: www.fnha.ca/about/news-a...
Learn about one of our staff's favourite dining spots: www.fnha.ca/about/news-a...
Indigenomics IMPACT 2025 is coming to Vancouver on April 8-9! Featuring future-focused panels, networking with Indigenous leaders, and more.
🔗 Learn more: indigenomics.com/events/impact/
🔗 Learn more: indigenomics.com/events/impact/
April 3, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Indigenomics IMPACT 2025 is coming to Vancouver on April 8-9! Featuring future-focused panels, networking with Indigenous leaders, and more.
🔗 Learn more: indigenomics.com/events/impact/
🔗 Learn more: indigenomics.com/events/impact/
🌙 Spring brings renewal, balance, and change. On March 20, the spring equinox marks the shift to longer days. First Nations have long honoured the seasons, stewarding the land for future generations.
Check out this @aptnnews.bsky.social InFocus video: www.aptnnews.ca/infocus/the-...
Check out this @aptnnews.bsky.social InFocus video: www.aptnnews.ca/infocus/the-...
March 20, 2025 at 5:04 PM
🌙 Spring brings renewal, balance, and change. On March 20, the spring equinox marks the shift to longer days. First Nations have long honoured the seasons, stewarding the land for future generations.
Check out this @aptnnews.bsky.social InFocus video: www.aptnnews.ca/infocus/the-...
Check out this @aptnnews.bsky.social InFocus video: www.aptnnews.ca/infocus/the-...
Check out this webinar on March 20 to learn how your team can engage Indigenous talent for a more inclusive ocean economy. 🌊
🔗Register: ow.ly/cj1u50V4hmM
#BlueEconomy #IndigenousInnovation #SustainableOceans
🔗Register: ow.ly/cj1u50V4hmM
#BlueEconomy #IndigenousInnovation #SustainableOceans
March 18, 2025 at 11:58 PM
Check out this webinar on March 20 to learn how your team can engage Indigenous talent for a more inclusive ocean economy. 🌊
🔗Register: ow.ly/cj1u50V4hmM
#BlueEconomy #IndigenousInnovation #SustainableOceans
🔗Register: ow.ly/cj1u50V4hmM
#BlueEconomy #IndigenousInnovation #SustainableOceans
Honouring the lives of Leona and Valerie Humchitt of the Haíłzaqv (Heiltsuk) Nation. Leona, a climate leader, and Valerie, a dedicated community member, have left lasting legacies. Our deepest condolences to their friends, family, and to all Haíłzaqv people.
March 17, 2025 at 10:04 PM
Honouring the lives of Leona and Valerie Humchitt of the Haíłzaqv (Heiltsuk) Nation. Leona, a climate leader, and Valerie, a dedicated community member, have left lasting legacies. Our deepest condolences to their friends, family, and to all Haíłzaqv people.
🐳 Did you know February 16 is World Whale Day? 🌊
Celebrated since 1980, World Whale Day honours whales and their contributions to ocean health. In the Great Bear Sea, humpbacks and orcas are a favourite with whale watchers – and play important roles in the marine ecosystem.
Celebrated since 1980, World Whale Day honours whales and their contributions to ocean health. In the Great Bear Sea, humpbacks and orcas are a favourite with whale watchers – and play important roles in the marine ecosystem.
February 16, 2025 at 5:00 PM
🐳 Did you know February 16 is World Whale Day? 🌊
Celebrated since 1980, World Whale Day honours whales and their contributions to ocean health. In the Great Bear Sea, humpbacks and orcas are a favourite with whale watchers – and play important roles in the marine ecosystem.
Celebrated since 1980, World Whale Day honours whales and their contributions to ocean health. In the Great Bear Sea, humpbacks and orcas are a favourite with whale watchers – and play important roles in the marine ecosystem.
After a full and impactful year, our team is pausing to rest and enjoy the holiday season. 🌿 Coast Funds’ office will be closed from December 23 to January 3, 2025. Wishing everyone a peaceful and joyful holiday season! We look forward to reconnecting in the new year. ✨
December 23, 2024 at 5:00 PM
After a full and impactful year, our team is pausing to rest and enjoy the holiday season. 🌿 Coast Funds’ office will be closed from December 23 to January 3, 2025. Wishing everyone a peaceful and joyful holiday season! We look forward to reconnecting in the new year. ✨
We're hiring! Two new roles on our growing team:
📣 Communications Specialist
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📈 Development Manager
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Full details, including salaries and benefits, in the links above.
📣 Communications Specialist
(coastfunds.ca/news/communi...)
📈 Development Manager
(coastfunds.ca/news/develop...)
Full details, including salaries and benefits, in the links above.
November 25, 2024 at 9:57 PM
We're hiring! Two new roles on our growing team:
📣 Communications Specialist
(coastfunds.ca/news/communi...)
📈 Development Manager
(coastfunds.ca/news/develop...)
Full details, including salaries and benefits, in the links above.
📣 Communications Specialist
(coastfunds.ca/news/communi...)
📈 Development Manager
(coastfunds.ca/news/develop...)
Full details, including salaries and benefits, in the links above.
Hello, hello! 👋 We’re Coast Funds, one of the world’s first Indigenous-led conservation finance orgs, serving First Nations in the Great Bear Rainforest and Haida Gwaii.
We’re new here and looking forward to sharing and following news on Guardians, stewardship, and sustainable ec-dev.
We’re new here and looking forward to sharing and following news on Guardians, stewardship, and sustainable ec-dev.
January 31, 2024 at 7:27 PM
Hello, hello! 👋 We’re Coast Funds, one of the world’s first Indigenous-led conservation finance orgs, serving First Nations in the Great Bear Rainforest and Haida Gwaii.
We’re new here and looking forward to sharing and following news on Guardians, stewardship, and sustainable ec-dev.
We’re new here and looking forward to sharing and following news on Guardians, stewardship, and sustainable ec-dev.