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everything is one

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Ditidaht First Nation

The land, the waters, the resources, the environment have always been the source of life, culture and spirituality of the Ditidaht People.

Clear air, pure water and the food of the forests and the waters of our Territory have sustained our people, our economy and our traditions.

That we hold the wealth of our Nation and the use of our lands, waters and resources in the future as we did in the past, to the common good and benefit of all Ditidaht, by fostering development that is based on the principle of caring for and maintaining our physical and spiritual linkages with our lands, waters and resources for all generations.

The Ditidaht Constitution

Ditidaht governance

Ditidaht First Nation is governed by an elected Chief and 4 councillors. Elections are held every 4 years (July).

Current Term – July 2019 till July 2023

Brian Tate – Chief Councillor

Jerry Peter – Councillor

Kelly Sport – Councillor

Paul Sieber – Councillor

Vacant – Councillor

Our territory
Ditidaht traditional territory is large. It stretches inland from Cowichan Lake, down through Nitinat Lake, and to the coast between Bonilla Point and Pachena Point. Our territory also reaches out to sea all the way to the salmon, halibut and cod banks that feed our people. It includes the headwaters of streams and rivers that drain to the coastline.

Traditional territory flyover tour
This video provides an introduction to the extensive lands and waters within Ditidaht traditional territory, highlighting a selection of areas used and inhabited by the Ditidaht for generations.

Ditidaht First Nation retains copyright over all information provided on these videos. These videos do not represent the entirety of Ditidaht Indigenous Knowledge or Ditidaht’s oral histories and do not address all matters related to Ditidaht’s Aboriginal rights, Aboriginal title or Ditidaht’s traditions and culture.

All information on these videos is provided for community educational and illustrative purposes and may not be used for any other purpose without the express written consent of Ditidaht First Nation Council including, without limitation, any regulatory or other government decisions, industry consultation processes or any court or administrative proceedings.

Land and resources
Ditidaht Fishery information
Economic fisheries
  • General regulations
  • Plans and enforcement protocols
  • Violation consequences – first and second violation
  • Timelines
Commercial fishery
  • Openings – notices
  • Closings – notices
Current projects
The Ditidaht Economic Development Corporation is working on a variety of projects designed to optimize existing resources and businesses and identify new opportunities. Learn more here.

Ditidaht First Nation Education Board

The Ditidaht First Nation Education Board is currently accepting applications to sit on the board. More information can be obtained from Leonard Merriman, Education Director at or 250-745-3333. 2023-01-30 - DFN Education Board Terms of...

Ditidaht Development Corporation 2022 / 2023 Review

Please find a link to access the 2022 / 2023 Review. Eco Dev Report 2023

Membership Contact Information

All members, please submit your most up to date contact information to the administration office ASAP, as well as all students submit to the Education Director. Jan 2023 - NOTICE FOR MEMBER INFORMATION

Ditidaht Member Information Needed

Ditidaht Membership Contact Information Update Required

Please see the attached memo: NOTICE FOR MEMBER INFORMATION

DFN Vote for Jurisdiction Over Education

Please see attached two documents on this topic . Community Meeting (002)

Regional Soccer Coaches needed for 2022 BC Indigenous Provincial Soccer Championships

Regional Soccer Coaches needed for 2022 BC Indigenous Provincial Soccer Championships Each of the 6 Regions throughout the Province is currently seeking experienced and qualified volunteer soccer coaches and team managers to lead teams to the 2022 BC Indigenous...

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LUP Community Dinner.

on behalf of the Knighton/Dennis Family

Nitinaht Tourism
The Nitinaht Region on the west coast of Vancouver Island is home to some of the most wondrous natural and cultural sights and experiences – all in one beautiful, remarkably untouched place.  

Ditidaht First Nation
We are the Ditidaht People. We have inhabited the land around Nitinaht Lake since time immemorial. We invite you to learn about our territory, our history and our future.

Ditidaht Development
The mandate of the Ditidaht Economic Development Corporation is to optimize existing resources and businesses and identify new opportunities.  

Contact us
Economic Development and Tourism inquiries
Bryan Cofsky

Ditidaht First Nation Member inquiries
250-745-3333

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