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Property owners in the west end of Daajing Giids could eventually have the option to connect to the municipal sewer system, but the cost of doing so may be significant.
Sep 10, 2026
Local News
Months after Haida Gwaii residents began reporting problems claiming the full Northern Residents Deduction, the Village of Daajing Giids is again asking Ottawa to fix what may be a simple problem with how the islands are listed.
Sep 10, 2026
Local News
Daajing Giids’ proposed wastewater treatment plant is now under federal review, with the Village seeking an estimated $16 million to help close the project’s remaining funding gap.
Sep 10, 2026
Editorials
There is something about local election season that gets me a little excited.
Sep 9, 2026
Local News
The Village of Port Clements is taking a shot at bringing a piece of the FIFA World Cup 2026 legacy to Haida Gwaii.
Aug 14, 2026
Local News
Daajing Giids and Masset will receive a combined $51,135 for emergency preparedness projects.
Aug 14, 2026
Local News
After years of engineering studies, public consultation and debate over where the Village of Daajing Giids should build its long-awaited wastewater treatment plant, council has selected Smith Point East as the preferred site.
Jul 30, 2026
Local News
A truck and camper were destroyed by fire along Tow Hill Road Saturday afternoon, but a rapid response from local emergency crews prevented the blaze from spreading to nearby homes, dry forest and the salmon-bearing waters of Chown Brook.
Jul 30, 2026
Local News
The Village of Daajing Giids will rehabilitate its aging West Reservoir after an inspection found the water storage tank had deteriorated to the point it could no longer be used.
Jul 30, 2026
Local News
The Village of Daajing Giids has agreed to support the Daajing Giids Heritage Housing Society's request for up to $250,000 from the North West Regional Hospital District's Regional Benefit Account (NWRBA) to help advance affordable housing projects in the community.
Jul 30, 2026
Editorials
One of the best parts of publishing a community newspaper isn't something that ever makes it into print. It's the conversations that happen afterwards.
Jul 30, 2026
Local News
Haida Gwaii News contributor Jeffrey R. Bear has received international recognition for his writing, earning third place in the Best Editorial/Column – Small Outlets category at the 2026 Indigenous Media Awards.
Jul 21, 2026
Local News
The Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) says updating a mailing address to include "Haida Gwaii" does not determine whether a Northern Residents Deduction claim is selected for review, but it acknowledges that address information may be considered as part of the review process.
Jul 20, 2026
Local News
The North Coast Regional District is calling on coastal communities, First Nations and local governments to join a coordinated effort to advocate for improved BC Ferries service along the North and Central Coast.
Jul 20, 2026
Local News
The Council of the Haida Nation has announced an agreement to acquire the Queen Charlotte Lodge property and equipment at Naden Harbour, marking a significant change in ownership for one of Haida Gwaii's best-known tourism operations.
Jul 16, 2026
Local News
The Village of Daajing Giids is asking the provincial government to review its long-standing moratorium on new private liquor store licences, arguing the policy is creating unintended consequences for small rural communities.
Jul 16, 2026
Local News
Port Clements council heard a request from Rogers Communications regarding a proposed 53-metre wireless telecommunications tower northeast of the village during its May 19 regular meeting.
May 24, 2026
Local News
An injured harbour seal pup rescued from the Skidegate ferry ramp area earlier this week has made it safely to Vancouver for treatment after what witnesses described as a collision involving the Kwuna ferry on Monday.
May 21, 2026
Editorials
On the afternoon of May 12, many people in Tlell and Lawnhill felt the 4.0 earthquake. I was lying in bed beside my three-year-old, silently praying he would finally fall asleep after being awake since 3 a.m. The sound came before the movement. You could hear it coming. First came the small shakes, just enough to realize it was an earthquake. Then a harder jolt hit the whole house. That was the moment I jumped out of bed and grabbed my son.
May 21, 2026
News
A 16-foot great white shark tagged off the coast of California is now being tracked in the North Pacific, with its latest recorded position placing it several hundred kilometres west of Haida Gwaii.
May 7, 2026
Local News
A new investment of up to $24 million will fund a second subsea fibre-optic connection between Haida Gwaii and the mainland, aimed at improving internet reliability across the islands. The funding, delivered through the Northern Development
Mar 26, 2026
Local News
Old Massett’s composting program is continuing to reshape how the community handles waste, with new data showing both measurable gains and significant room for expansion. In 2025, the program diverted 30.5 tonnes of organic material from th
Mar 26, 2026
Local News
The Province has acknowledged calls for a CT scanner on Haida Gwaii but has not committed to bringing the service to the islands. In a letter to local officials, Health Minister Adrian Dix said the request has been received and is under con
Mar 26, 2026
Local News
The North Coast Regional District is raising concerns about highway maintenance oversight on Haida Gwaii, pointing to what it describes as a lack of provincial response and on-island staffing. At its February board meeting, directors voted
Mar 26, 2026
Local News
Residents travelling between Haida Gwaii and the North Coast can expect updated sailing times this summer, as BC Ferries adjusts its Route 10 schedule to reflect ongoing marine safety measures. The changes, set to take effect June 1, come a
Mar 26, 2026
Local News
The Village of Masset is moving to replace its aging fire department rescue truck, with costs ranging from $50,000 for a used unit to as much as $277,000 for a purpose-built replacement. A report to council says the current rescue truck is
Mar 26, 2026
Local News
Several Haida Gwaii organizations were left scrambling earlier this year after Gwaii Trust Society unexpectedly removed one of its largest funding streams, only to reinstate it weeks later. The Major Contributions Grant, a key source of fun
Mar 26, 2026
Local News
The Village of Masset’s drinking water system met federal and provincial guidelines in 2025, but aging infrastructure continues to pose long-term challenges. According to the village’s annual water quality report, treated water remained wit
Mar 26, 2026
Local News
The Village of Masset is moving to strengthen its emergency preparedness by creating a Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC), aimed at improving coordination across agencies and better preparing for future emergencies. A report to counc
Mar 26, 2026
Editorial
Every now and then, the same idea shows up twice. It happened again this edition. I had an editorial lined up about our highways, how we rely on them, how we have quietly adapted to their condition. Then Janet’s Tlellagram column came in, a
Mar 26, 2026
Front Page
An internet outage affecting multiple Haida Gwaii communities began early Saturday afternoon after a fibre-optic line was cut during roadwork along Highway 16. According to CityWest, the outage started around 1:30 p.m. on March 21 due to a
Mar 26, 2026
Mountie Minute
Single-vehicle crash under investigation On Feb. 27, the Daajing Giids RCMP responded to a single-vehicle collision on Highway 16 near Miller Creek Road. Police located a dark-coloured SUV upside down with extensive damage and several airba
Mar 12, 2026
Local News
A proposed telecommunications project could bring expanded wireless coverage to parts of Haida Gwaii, including long stretches of Highway 16 between Masset and Sandspit. Rogers Communications has proposed building a series of new wireless i
Mar 12, 2026
Local News
A new provincial guide on open meetings is reminding local governments across British Columbia that most council business must be conducted in public, reinforcing transparency rules that apply to everything from in-person meetings to Zoom c
Mar 12, 2026
Local News
Daajing Giids Village council is supporting a provincial program that helps residents purchase fresh local food at farmers’ markets. At its March 2 meeting, council voted to send a letter to BC Health Minister Josie Osborne supporting conti
Mar 12, 2026
Local News
Average rental prices across British Columbia are continuing to decline, according to a new national rent report, though the trend may not reflect conditions in smaller communities such as Haida Gwaii. The March 2026 report from Rentals.ca
Mar 12, 2026
Local News
Leaders from every level of government on Haida Gwaii are asking the province to strengthen its on-island highways presence following a recent washout that raised concerns about road reliability and emergency access. The All Islands Protoco
Mar 12, 2026
Local News
Telus has confirmed that all services are now restored. A Telus telecommunications outage affecting several South End communities on Haida Gwaii was caused by accidental damage to the company’s fibre lines in Tlell, TELUS confirmed Wednesda
Jan 22, 2026
Local News
Prime Minister Mark Carney met with Coastal First Nations leadership in Prince Rupert this week, following months of political tension over proposed energy development and the federal oil tanker ban on British Columbia’s North Coast. The me
Jan 16, 2026
Local News
Homeowners across Haida Gwaii are seeing another year of higher assessed property values, according to the latest assessment roll released by BC Assessment. The 2026 values reflect market conditions as of July 1, 2025, and property characte
Jan 16, 2026
Local News
The B.C. government is inviting public feedback on proposed changes to hunting and trapping regulations that would take effect from July 1, 2026, to June 30, 2028. The consultation period opened this week and runs until Feb. 13, 2026, at 4:
Jan 16, 2026
Local News
A community presentation on the draft HLGAAGILDA (Skidegate) Land Code was canceled this week due to icy road conditions and ongoing winter weather across Haida Gwaii. The session was scheduled to explain how Skidegate could assume control
Jan 16, 2026
Local News
Daajing Giids residents are invited to learn about the Men’s Shed program and how to start one locally at an information meeting on Saturday, Jan. 24, at the Daajing Giids Community Hall. The session will be held in the Eric Ross Room, with
Jan 16, 2026
Local News
Rental prices for apartments in British Columbia continue to decline, according to a new report released Monday by Rentals.ca, but those changes are not being felt in communities on Haida Gwaii. The January 2026 national rent report shows B
Jan 16, 2026
Local News
Sandspit Community Society launches virtual recreation pilot The Sandspit Community Society will launch “Sandspit Connected” this month, a pilot program testing live virtual streaming of recreation classes from Earth Temple to the Sandspit
Jan 16, 2026
Editorial
Some parts of this job get easier with time. Writing editorials has not been one of them. Reporting is straightforward. You gather facts, confirm them twice, call one more person just to be safe, and write what happened. There are rules. Th
Jan 16, 2026
Local News
Highway 16 has reopened to single-lane traffic following emergency repair work at a washout near Jungle Beach that had cut off road access between Skidegate, Daajing Giids, and communities north of Lawn Hill. The washout removed a section o
Dec 30, 2025
Local News
Public concern over long-term costs, environmental protection, and whether Daajing Giids should connect to Skidegate’s existing wastewater system dominated feedback gathered during the Village’s wastewater treatment engagement process. Thos
Dec 18, 2025
Local News
Northern Health and the First Nations Health Authority have issued a drug advisory for the Northwest region of British Columbia, including Haida Gwaii, after drug checking confirmed the presence of medetomidine in substances sold as “down.”
Dec 18, 2025
Local News
Council advanced several utility-related bylaws at its Dec. 8 meeting, giving first and second readings to amendments affecting water rates, sewer rates, and water frontage charges. The changes are part of the Village’s 2026 planning and up
Dec 18, 2025
Local News
Men on Haida Gwaii can now access vasectomy services on island, eliminating the need to travel hundreds of kilometres for the procedure. Until now, patients were required to leave Haida Gwaii for a surgery that typically takes about 20 minu
Dec 18, 2025
Local News
A new solar farm at the Masset airport is now feeding electricity into the local grid, marking a major milestone for Haida Gwaii as communities work toward reducing their reliance on diesel power. BC Hydro confirmed that the Solar North pro
Dec 18, 2025
Editorial
If there is one thing December does well on Haida Gwaii, it is commitment. Commitment to rain. Commitment to darkness. Commitment to testing every outdoor jacket you own and reminding you that, yes, you really should have brought a headlamp
Dec 18, 2025
Events
Communities across Haida Gwaii have been welcoming the holiday season with lights, markets, meals and gatherings over the past two weeks. Daajing Giids marked its annual Light Up the Square event on December 5, which also recognized 20 year
Dec 18, 2025
Local News
A new federal provincial agreement to advance a major Alberta to Pacific pipeline has shaken national politics and triggered swift resistance across the North Coast, where leaders say the plan would put vital ecosystems, fisheries and coast
Dec 5, 2025
Local News
A public safety announcement has been issued following reports of alleged drink spiking at several local drinking establishments on Haida Gwaii. The Islands Wellness Society’s Violence Prevention Program (VAP) confirmed it has received info
Dec 5, 2025
Local News
Anyone who has driven through Tlell knows the sight. The Green Man sits in a small pond on the south side of the Seas the day family cafe and Country Store, facing the ocean with a confidence that suggests he owns the place. He has lived th
Dec 5, 2025
Local News
The North Coast Regional District has completed the first phase of its Official Community Plan revitalization for Electoral Areas D and E, which cover Tow Hill, Tlell, Lawnhill, Miller Creek and Sandspit. The district is now asking resident
Dec 5, 2025
Local News
The Province is launching three pilot projects to test cleaner fuels and vehicle technology along the transportation corridor between Prince Rupert and Prince George. The work focuses on renewable diesel, hydrogen enhancement equipment and
Dec 5, 2025
Editorial
I have a confession. At the start of this year, I gave myself a quiet deadline. If I could not get this paper to a stable place by the end of the year, I would step back and reconsider everything. It was a personal agreement, a line in the
Dec 5, 2025
GKNS Chronicles
Gidgalang Kuuyas Naay School students are joining Haida Gwaii News through a partnership that has been a long time coming. The newsroom has hoped to include youth voices since the paper was first launched. This year, the idea took shape whe
Dec 5, 2025
Local News
Update: This story was updated Friday morning after officials confirmed the cub had been safely captured. Conservation officers have successfully captured the orphaned black bear cub that had been roaming Daajing Giids this week. The Minist
Dec 3, 2025
Local News
British Columbia has released its first full provincial disaster and climate risk assessment since 1997. The Disaster and Climate Risk and Resilience Assessment identifies projected increases in climate driven hazards, including coastal flo
Nov 20, 2025
Local News
Haida Gwaii was represented at the signing table on November 5 as Gaagwiis Jason Alsop, President of the Council of the Haida Nation, joined North Coast Nations and the Province of British Columbia in issuing the North Coast Protection Decl
Nov 20, 2025
Local News
Port Clements faces a significant bill after the first comprehensive inspection of the municipal fire hydrant network in decades revealed widespread issues, including 13 hydrants that should be fully replaced and several others that require
Nov 20, 2025
Local News
Vehicular access to Rennell Sound has been shut down again after significant damage was found along the Rennell Sound Forest Service Road. The Ministry of Forests closed the route at the 1-kilometre mark on Nov. 14, citing major failures in
Nov 20, 2025
Editorial
I’ve been sitting here for days trying to write an editorial, and all I can think about is a dog. My dog, Trip. The paper goes to print soon, and the words I’m supposed to write about the world beyond my front door keep circling back to the
Nov 20, 2025
Local News
Port Clements council is moving ahead with a full rewrite of its Official Community Plan after voting to give the updated document a second reading at its Nov. 17 meeting. The OCP is the municipality’s top planning document and must be revi
Nov 20, 2025
Local News
Residents across Haida Gwaii will soon see long-awaited tax relief after the federal government officially reclassified the islands as part of the Northern Zone for the purposes of the Northern Residents Deductions. The change allows eligib
Nov 12, 2025
Local News
Village of Daajing Giids Public Works reports steady progress across water, sewer, parks, roads, and development files as the village heads into fall and prepares for winter operations. Public Works says staff are continuing hands-on traini
Oct 13, 2025
Local News
A recent dog attack on 2nd Avenue has renewed discussion about the lack of an animal-control bylaw in Daajing Giids. In a letter to council dated mid-September, residents Marsha Forrest and Sam DiGregor described an incident on September 3
Oct 13, 2025
Local News
The North Coast Regional District (NCRD) will host a public hearing on Wednesday, Oct. 15, at 7 p.m. in the Sandspit Community Hall to gather feedback on two proposed bylaw amendments that would change land-use designations on a property ne
Oct 13, 2025
Local News
The Village of Daajing Giids Council has formally adopted Bylaw 170-2025, the Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw, confirming which local organizations will be exempt from paying municipal property taxes for the 2025 fiscal year. The bylaw, adop
Oct 13, 2025
Local News
The Village of Daajing Giids will apply for the full amount available through the 2025 Gwaii Trust Winter Holiday Events Grant, following council’s decision at its October 6 meeting. The motion directs staff to submit an application to supp
Oct 13, 2025
Local News
School District 50 has approved its 2024–25 audited financial statements, accepting them as presented at its September board meeting. The year ended June 30, 2025 closed with a modest surplus and significant investment in facilities. The di
Oct 13, 2025
Local News
On Thursday, October 16 at 10:16 a.m., the Village of Daajing Giids will take part in the Great BC ShakeOut, the province’s annual earthquake-preparedness drill. At that moment, wherever you are—home, school, or work—you’re asked to practis
Oct 13, 2025
Editorial
There is irony in a postal strike delaying delivery of a newspaper that is trying to tell people about the postal strike. Some Haida Gwaii News subscribers received their latest edition before the work stoppage began. Others never saw their
Oct 13, 2025
Events
Haida Gwaii marked the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Sept. 30 with community time, learning, and reflection. In Skidegate, the Haida Heritage Centre at Kay Llnagaay folded its 17th anniversary into the day, underscoring the c
Oct 13, 2025
Features
At the Lakes District Fall Fair, Richardson Ranch achieved significant wins, with Tlell Polled Herefords' Don Richardson earning a third consecutive Supreme Champion Female title and Reserve Supreme Bull. Daughter Jamie's Copper-T Ranch also secured the Supreme Bull, showcasing the family's commitment to quality cattle breeding and solidifying their longstanding reputation in the industry.
Oct 13, 2025
Local News
The ongoing Canada Post labour dispute is already being felt across Haida Gwaii. The Village of Daajing Giids confirmed this week that the post office will no longer distribute Neighbourhood or Unaddressed Mail, which includes flyers, gover
Oct 9, 2025
Local News
The Council of the Haida Nation (CHN) is pushing back against federal and provincial approval of the proposed Ksi Lisims LNG project, citing risks to Haida Title, rights, and territorial waters. On Sept. 15, Canada and British Columbia anno
Sep 28, 2025
Local News
The Village of Daajing Giids council was notified that Taan Forest is undergoing its 2024 Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) audit and is seeking broader recognition for its management practices. Council received correspondence explaining tha
Sep 28, 2025
Local News
The Village of Daajing Giids will officially recognize the contributions of longtime resident Carol Ives by naming a local alley in her honour. At the Sept. 15 regular meeting, Mayor Lisa Pineault explained to council that Megan Romas, Ives
Sep 28, 2025
Local News
Two passengers were injured during the Skidegate to Prince Rupert sailing on Sept. 15, after the vessel ran into heavy seas under gale warnings. Both required ambulances on arrival in Prince Rupert. A BC Ferries service notice that day warn
Sep 28, 2025
Local News
Prince Rupert residents now have access to a modernized emergency department, following the $16.5-million upgrade to Prince Rupert Regional Hospital. The new space officially opened Sept. 19 and includes a larger trauma and triage area, imp
Sep 28, 2025
Local News
Haida Gwaii remains a draw for workers and families, yet Northern Health continues to face retention challenges across the North. The Village of Daajing Giids has formally added its voice to keep provincial staffing incentives in place whil
Sep 28, 2025
Local News
By verifying these impacts, companies can strengthen market recognition of their stewardship and provide documented assurance to buyers and the public that their operations produce measurable benefits. FSC’s framework requires evidence of o
Sep 28, 2025
Editorial
It feels like the noise is everywhere. Another lawsuit against the press. Another suspension of a show for stepping on the wrong toes. Another public murder replayed on YouTube. It piles up, relentless, and it is exhausting. Being a sociall
Sep 28, 2025
Events
The Village of Daajing Giids closed out the season in style Sept. 12 with its End of Summer Street Party. Celebrating the Summer Street Party Causeway Road was closed to traffic and filled with vendors, children’s foot races and games, and
Sep 28, 2025
Events
The 45th annual Terry Fox Run brought together a couple dozen families and residents in Daajing Giids on Sunday, Sept. 14. Under sunny skies, participants of all ages walked, ran, and biked in support of cancer research, keeping alive the l
Sep 25, 2025
Events
The Masset Library has officially opened its new location at 1700 Hodges Avenue, marking a fresh chapter in a story of community libraries that began more than a century ago. The opening celebration was scaled back out of respect for a rece
Sep 25, 2025
Local News
The Supreme Court of British Columbia has declared that the Haida Nation holds Aboriginal title to the terrestrial lands of Haida Gwaii, a landmark ruling that the Council of the Haida Nation describes as a day when ancestors are celebrated
Sep 11, 2025
Local News
The Village of Daajing Giids has been ordered by Environment and Climate Change Canada to fix its failing wastewater treatment system and meet federal standards by 2030. The Fisheries Act enforcement direction, signed in July, follows nearl
Sep 11, 2025
Local News
The Village of Masset is looking to bring its online presence into the modern era with a new municipal website. At a special meeting on Aug. 29, council approved a Gwaii Trust grant application that, if successful, will cover the costs of d
Sep 11, 2025
Local News
At its Sept. 3 regular meeting, Daajing Giids council considered Bylaw 170-2025, the Permissive Tax Exemption Bylaw. The bylaw was introduced for first and second reading. Permissive tax exemption bylaws are required under Section 224 of th
Sep 11, 2025
Local News
Housing dominated recent Village of Masset council meetings, as councillors weighed one family’s rezoning request alongside a larger push to expand housing stock through variances. On Aug. 28, council held a public hearing for the rezoning
Sep 11, 2025
Local News
A new scientific voyage is underway off Haida Gwaii, mapping and exploring deep-sea ecosystems that are central to the Council of the Haida Nation’s ongoing push for stronger marine protections. The NorthEast Pacific Deep-sea Exploration Pr
Sep 11, 2025
Editorial
Every successful event on Haida Gwaii has one thing in common: volunteers. Whether five people show up or ten, that difference can decide whether an event struggles or shines. Our most beloved gatherings depend on a small group of people wh
Sep 11, 2025
Events
The hlGa hlk’aats iihlangaa – Agate Man Triathlon drew its largest youth turnout yet this year, led by the growth of the Ben Davidson Family Relay. Since its start in 2021, the relay has steadily attracted more young faces, honouring Davids
Sep 11, 2025
Local News
For many on Haida Gwaii, a computed tomography (CT) scan is not a quick appointment. It is a three-day trip off island, a ferry or a flight, a hotel, meal costs and a gamble with weather. It is also a race against time for conditions like s
Aug 15, 2025