Who We Are

The Gwabalis Fisheries Group is a partnership of the Mamalilikulla, Da’naxda’xw, Quatsino and Tlatlasikwala First Nations who came together to form a successful and growing, 100% First Nation owned and operated Commercial Fishing Business. 

Based in Northern Vancouver Island, our current business focus is to lease commercial fishing licences and quota while supporting First Nation fishermen; creating employment and training opportunities for our members; and developing programs that support and build healthy and vibrant communities.​ Read more about us...

2024 Lease Opportunities

Gwabalis Fisheries LP is accepting applications for 2024 Crab Licence
Application deadline:
Monday, June 10, 2024
For more information and the application form click, here.

Upcoming Training

​Basic Marine Training

• Small Vessel Operators Proficiency - October 21-24
• Vessel Stability Education- October 28-30
• Small Domestic Vessel Basic Safety - October 31
• Restricted Operator Certificate Marine  - November 1

Where: Hoyalas, Coal Harbour
For more information or to sign up, contact Kimberly Wilson

Advanced Marine Training

• MED Domestic Vessel Safety
• Restricted Operator Certificate - Maritime Commercial
• Marine Basic First Aid
• Marine Advanced First Aid

To sign up, contact Kimberly Wilson.
Find the application, here.
More upcoming training opportunities will be posted here.

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