Kitselas First Nation approves self-governance with overwhelming support

April 11, 2025, 1:21 pm

Members of the Kitselas First Nation in northwestern British Columbia overwhelmingly voted in favor of achieving self-governance, with more than 96% participation from enrolled voters. This decisive vote represents a major move towards greater autonomy and self-determination in managing community affairs and local resources. The self-governance initiative is set to redefine local administrative structures, granting the Kitselas First Nation enhanced authority over traditional lands and internal decision-making processes that reflect long-held community aspirations.


theglobeandmail.com / Kitselas First Nation in northwestern B.C. votes in favour of self-governance

The nation says more than 96% of its enrolled voters took part in the ratification on Thursday

thestar.com / Kitselas First Nation in northwestern B.C. votes in favour of self-governance

VICTORIA - Members of the Kitselas First Nation in British Columbia's Skeena Valley region have voted to become self-governing.


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