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
MORE BEAR SIGHTINGS
by KKB | Aug 28, 2017 | Fish & Wildlife, Community Notice, Public Notice, News
Fish & Wildlife have reported a bear at Tempo today around 12:00 pm REMINDER TO PARENTS: Bear sightings have been occurring on a weekly almost daily basis in Kitsumkalum.
Kitsumkalum looking for signs of life in rare glass sponge reef on the Coast of Prince Rupert – Video & Audio interview
by KKB | Aug 24, 2017 | Opportunity, Public Notice, Education, LNG, Marine Use Planning, Heritage, Natural Resources, Strength of Claim, Culture, Youth, Fish & Wildlife, News, Community Notice
Watch CBC The National News clip Listen to the interview from CBC Daybreak North: Carolina de Ryk hops aboard the Coast Guard vessel 'Vector' as it explores the rare glass sponge reefs off the coast of Prince Rupert and speaks with DFO chief scientist Anya Dunham and...
*UPDATE* Fish Permit Distribution Schedule June – August 2017 Prince Rupert Office Hours
by KKB | Aug 23, 2017 | News, Band Membership, Fish & Wildlife, Community Notice
The Kitsumkalum Fish & Wildlife department will be issuing Fishing Permits on a bi-weekly schedule through the summer of 2017. Kitsumkalum will be sharing the office space at the North Coast Skeena First Nations Stewardship Society (NCSFNSS) office. Schedule: 6...
Cougar Sighting in Kitsumkalum – Take Caution
by KKB | Aug 9, 2017 | Youth, Fish & Wildlife, Community Notice, Public Notice, Family, News
Be aware that there has been a cougar sighting at 3575 Spokeshute Street (behind Shihan's house) on August 8, 2017 in Kitsumkalum. Please exercise caution and due diligence when in the area and take steps to protect children & pets. If you see the cougar, call...
Fish Distribution – Kitsumkalum Members
by KKB | Aug 5, 2017 | News, Youth, Elders, Fish & Wildlife, Community Notice, Public Notice, Family
Good morning Kitsumkalum members, Fish will be ready for pick up TODAY @ 2:00 PM at the Kitsumkalum Boat Launch. Deliveries to elders will happen today around the same time. Don’t worry if you miss this catch due to working at the BBQ / Riverboat days activities, the...
Sockeye Directed FSC Fishery is Now Open on the Kitsumkalum and Skeena Rivers
by KKB | Aug 4, 2017 | News, Fish & Wildlife, Community Notice, Public Notice, Family
Effective immediately the Sockeye directed food, social, and ceremonial (FSC) gillnet fishery is now open on the Skeena River. Fishing for sockeye is still closed for recreational fishers. Run size estimates as of August 1, 2017 have indicated a total return of...
Kitsumkalum’s Updated Fishing Plan
by KKB | Jul 28, 2017 | News, Fish & Wildlife, Community Notice, Public Notice
Kitsumkalum requests cooperation from sports fishermen for short term voluntary closure to a small portion of the Skeena River. Sport fishers can be back on those sections of the river on days when we are not there (i.e. Thursday to Saturday). This is important that...
Community By-Catch Thank you
by KKB | Jun 26, 2017 | Fish & Wildlife, Celebrating Community Success, News, Events, Elders
Thank you Chief Don Roberts and Kitsumkalum Fish & Wildlife department for distributing the community by-catch June 19, 2017.
Seeking Experienced Fishermen for Science Vessels
by KKB | Jun 15, 2017 | Capacity Development, Fish & Wildlife, Community Notice, Opportunity, News, Jobs & Opportunities
Job Post: Business & Economic Development Advisor
by KKB | Jun 13, 2017 | Fish & Wildlife, Community Notice, News, Jobs & Opportunities
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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