Hereditary Chief Huy wu qw, Laxele’wuts’aat is doing important advocacy work for the wild salmon alongside other First Nations Summit representatives, the British Columbia Assembly of First Nations and the Union of BC Indian Chiefs.

In a letter to the Prime Minister, leaders urged the government to “uphold and fully implement” the planned transition away from open net-pen salmon farming in BC waters.

“The protection and restoration of wild salmon populations remain a shared priority for many First Nations and continues to be advanced through numerous resolutions, advocacy efforts, and Nation-led stewardship initiatives across the province.” 

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