Gitga’at First Nation Marine Research and Response facility gets green light
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HARTLEY BAY–The Gitga’at First Nation and LNG Canada announced Thursday, Dec.5th that the Gitga’at First nation will construct and operate a new Marine Emergency Response and Research Facility in Hartley Bay.
The decision comes after the finalization of terms of a financial agreement with LNG Canada.
The Response and Research Facility will support marine safety, research and monitoring in the Gitga’at territory, as well as the protection of the coastal environment and, will consist of a shore-based structure, a research vessel, and communications equipment and will be staffed and trained by Gitga’at employees.
“We are excited to be building a Marine Emergency Response and Research Facility located in the heart of our territory in Hartley Bay,” said Arnold Clifton, Chief Councillor of the Gitga’at First Nation. “The facility will allow us to continue to conduct world-class research and monitoring programs, improve our marine safety and response capabilities, and ensure we have continued opportunities for our members to live and work in their home community.”
