Departments and programs
Fish & Wildlife
Our approach allows us to develop unique resource management and enhancement practices that support the needs of your business, our community, and the environment.
Our mission is to develop economic and environmental health within Kitsumkalum.
We invest in our community by providing professional training opportunities and engaging future generations.
Our department has trained 20 technicians developed summer student programs and sponsor field trips.
We continue to establish working and educational relationships between Ocrans Network Canada, the Vancouver Aquarium, our schools, technicians, and professionals.
Our Services – Combining traditional knowledge with western science
Environmental Monitoring
Pursue your environmental assessment certificate.
We make getting certified easy. Have an idea for a project? Our professional biologists and technicians will work to define, plan, and execute your terrestrial, marine, or LNG related projects. Just sit back and watch it happen.
Drone Surveys
Cost-effective surveying and mapping.
Survey, map, video and photograph territory without draining your resources. Easily monitor wildlife or track escapement. Finally, an effective way to collect data on a budget.
Fisheries Research
Determine potential impact on fish habitat.
Discover your project’s potential and cumulative impact. Work with us to define beach health, assess fish stock, conduct creel surveys, enhance salmonid, or simply restore and enhance fish habitat.
Commercial & Community Food Fishing
Develop your own sustainable fishery.
Increase food security, job opportunities, and economic options with food fishing. We’re the experts in identifying new and underused fish species, as well as quota fishing and negotiations. Let us facilitate the issuing of permits and licenses. No stress, just fish.
Archeological Surveys
Identify archeological sites and establish Title & Rights.
Ensure the preservation of archeological sites while advancing your project. Establish traditional land use and occupation. We can identify culturally modified trees (CMTs), participate in archeological digs, and identify new sites.
Wildlife Population Surveys
Minimize impact on wildlife habitat & migrations.
Reduce your project’s risk of habitat fractionation. We will conduct wildlife counts, collect data, ensure sustainable harvest, identify trends, and restore land and habitat. Together we’ll ensure that both your project and our wildlife thrive.
WORK WITH US ON ECOLOGICAL & ECONOMIC SOLUTIONS TO PROTECT FISH, WILDLIFE & THE ENVIRONMENT
Predicting Change
Climate Change Research
To better predict and assess the impacts of climate change, we continually study, track and compare trends in the landscape and productivity of the Kitsumkalum watershed. We do so by referencing historical databases and conducting research in hydrology, biodiversity, fish studies, meteorology, glacier studies, water quality, and stream and lake productivity.
Classifying a Species
The Oolichan Project
Research initiatives aim to determine the health of the oolichan population, currently considered a species of concern by the Committee on the Status of Endangered Wildlife in Canada. Our objective is to understand the use of oolichan estuaries and the oceanic component of the species’ lifecycle. We track and identify the impacts of climate change by comparing scientific findings with our traditional knowledge through stock assessments, creel surveys, and the identification of spawning and rearing habitats.
Protecting Ecosystems
Sensitivity Coastal Zone Mapping
With plans to export millions of barrels of oil, Northern Canada’s wildlife and marine habitats are at risk. We protect sensitive habitats with the development of emergency spill response plans. Through beach surveys, video and photo mapping, we identify and classify sensitive ecosystems and plan for potential impacts on local and commercial marine traffic.
Our Friends & Project Partners
Kitsumkalum partners with the Kitselas and Haisla nations to create a tri-nation company that focuses on the restoration and reclamation of ecosystems impacted by the many industrial projects in Northern British Columbia.
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News/Updates
Kitsumkalum Takes Conservation Seriously
by KKCommunications | Jun 8, 2018 | News, Fish & Wildlife, Public Notice, News Feed
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2018 Chinook Fishing Permits – Kitsumkalum Members
by KKCommunications | May 9, 2018 | News, Band Membership, Fish & Wildlife, Community Notice, Community
2018 Chinook Fishing Permits for Kitsumkalum Members. The opening for food fishing for Sockeye is still to be determined.
Eulachon Permits – Kitsumkalum Fish and Wildlife 2018
by KKCommunications | Mar 6, 2018 | Natural Resources, Fish & Wildlife, Community Notice, Public Notice, Community, News Feed, News
Indigenous Canadians Training Opportunity in Ocean Governance
by KKB | Feb 23, 2018 | Jobs & Opportunities, Band Membership, Kitsumkalum Training & Education, Fish & Wildlife, Community Notice, Students, Community, News
Five full scholarships have been funded by DFO for Indigenous Canadians to attend the IOI-Canada Ocean Governance Training Program this Summer (May 23 to July 20) at Dalhouise University. A brief flyer is attached which outlines the 8-week Program. For details...
Moose Winter Tick Surveillance – Survey
by KKB | Jan 11, 2018 | News, Fish & Wildlife, Public Notice, Family, Community
BC Wildlife Health Program - Moose Winter Tick Surveillance. Complete and submit the survey if you've seen moose with hair loss, see photo for categories to report. Survey period: January 1 to April 30, 2018. Completed forms can be emailed...
Food Sharing Sign Up
by KKCommunications | Dec 6, 2017 | News, Natural Resources, Fish & Wildlife, Community Notice, Public Notice, Community
Have your name added to a roadkill call list. When a deer or moose is struck nearby, Kitsumkalum Fish & Wildlife will call down the list until they find someone available to get it while it’s fresh. You must organize your own transportation.
2nd GRIZZLY BEAR ALERT in Kitsumkalum NOV 17th
by KKCommunications | Nov 17, 2017 | Urgent, Fish & Wildlife, Community Notice, Public Notice, Community, News
Two sightings of the grizzly bear have now been reported. The latest sighting occurred today, Friday, November 17th at the Kitsumkalum Rock Quarry.
GRIZZLY BEAR ALERT in Kitsumkalum
by KKCommunications | Nov 13, 2017 | Fish & Wildlife, Community Notice, Public Notice, Community, News, Urgent
A grizzly was spotted on West Kalum Forest Service Road near the Old Mill on Monday Nov. 13, 2017.
Moose Hunting Permits – 2017
by KKCommunications | Oct 18, 2017 | Band Membership, Fish & Wildlife, Community Notice
Reporting Atlantic salmon sightings in British Columbia waters
by KKB | Oct 4, 2017 | News, Fish & Wildlife, Community Notice, Public Notice
Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO) is seeking assistance in identifying and reporting Atlantic salmon in British Columbia following the recent event in Washington State. Please find attached, a notice on reporting Atlantic salmon sightings in BC. Thank you for your...
Contact Info
Fish & Wildlife Operations Manager
| 250-635-5000 ext. 105
Fish and Wildlife Enforcement Officer
| 250-635-5000 ext. 104
Fisheries Coordinator
| 250-635-5000 ext. 101
GIS Technician
| 250-635-5000 ext.123
Fish and Wildlife Environment Monitor
Fisheries Admin Assistant
| 250-635-5000 ext.110
Fish and Wildlife Environment Monitor