Haida Gwaii Fighter Earns Victory in Historic Debut

A proud moment for Haida Gwaii unfolded on March 28 as Emilie Savard stepped into the ring in Squamish—and came away with a victory in her first-ever fight. Competing in a 150 lb contender bout at Squamish Fight Night, Savard not only secur

By Jamie Diaz

Sports

Haida Gwaii to host World Cup events with provincial funding

Communities across Haida Gwaii will host local celebrations during the 2026 FIFA World Cup after receiving support through a new provincial funding program. The Province of British Columbia has announced $1.7 million in one-time funding for

Vince Brzostowski · 2026-04-14

Off Island Antics

Humans fly farther than ever in Moon mission milestone

A Canadian astronaut is part of a historic return to deep space, as humans once again circle the Moon for the first time in more than 50 years. Jeremy Hansen is among four crew members aboard Artemis II, marking the first time a Canadian ha

Vince Brzostowski · 2026-04-14

Local News

New fibre link funding aims to strengthen Haida Gwaii connectivity

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

Stacey Brzostowski · 2026-03-27

Local News

From scraps to system: Old Massett compost program shows strong gains, with room to grow

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

Stacey Brzostowski · 2026-03-27

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Province acknowledges Haida Gwaii CT scanner request, no commitment yet

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

Stacey Brzostowski · 2026-03-27

Local News

NCRD calls out lack of highway oversight on Haida Gwaii

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

Stacey Brzostowski · 2026-03-27

Local News

Ferry schedule to change amid whale protection measures

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

Stacey Brzostowski · 2026-03-27

Local News

Aging rescue truck prompts replacement push in Masset

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

Stacey Brzostowski · 2026-03-27

Local News

Major grant cut, then restored, leaves groups scrambling

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

Stacey Brzostowski · 2026-03-27

Local News

Masset water meets standards, but aging infrastructure remains a concern

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

Stacey Brzostowski · 2026-03-27

Local News

Masset moves to formalize emergency planning with new multi-agency committee

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

Stacey Brzostowski · 2026-03-27

Mountie Minute

Local Report

On March 18, the Daajing Giids RCMP were called to a residence on Oceanview Drive after a complainant stated they feared for their safety due to an incident with their partner. The complainant disclosed an assault, and the suspect was arres

Submitted · 2026-03-27

Editorial

The voices behind the paper

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

Stacey Brzostowski · 2026-03-27

Letters to the Editor

Preparing together for uncertain times

Dear Haida Gwaii News, First, thank you for providing an offline outlet to read about events, issues, and conversations grounded in our communities. As someone who recently said goodbye to social media, I appreciate this paper tremendously.

Submitted · 2026-03-27

Tlellagram

Connections

This column was going to be about the outcome of the Tlell Community Association AGM. However, due to general disarray, we had to postpone that AGM to April 12 at 4:30 p.m. at the Tlell Firehall. If you doubted my assertion that we are in n

Janet Rigg · 2026-03-27

Living Out Loud

DEAR, DEAR STRANGER

In a letter published in the magazine, The Sun, Norman Fischer writes, “We judge ourselves by our intentions, and others by their actions.” That is, seeing someone’s actions, we assume we know their hearts and minds and understand their mot

Susan Musgrave · 2026-03-27

Life on the Gwaii

If I Could Bark

This is not a title I invented myself. I recently saw a video about a man and his dog, and the message intended by the filmmaker has stayed with me. The main reason it still resonates is the emotion, the honesty and the depth of the bond be

Jeff Bear · 2026-03-27

Science Matters

Live long and prosper with exercise

On March 24, I’ll complete my 90th ride around the sun. I’m often asked to what I owe my longevity. I usually joke, “I chose my parents carefully.” As a geneticist, I know the genetic lottery plays a part. I once interviewed a Toronto docto

David Suzuki And Ian Hanington · 2026-03-27

Sports

Strong showing for Haida Gwaii at Junior All Native tournament

Haida Gwaii teams turned in a strong overall performance at the Junior All Native Basketball Tournament in Langley, highlighted by a championship from the Skidegate Saints U13 boys and multiple all-star selections across divisions. The Sain

Vince Brzostowski · 2026-03-27

Off Island Antics

Mission RCMP arrest ‘French Fry Felon’ after tip jar thefts

A man dubbed the “French Fry Felon” by police was arrested in Mission, British Columbia after allegedly hiding inside a fast food restaurant overnight and stealing from tip jars. Mission RCMP detailed the incidents in a public update releas

Vince Brzostowski · 2026-03-27

Front Page

Fibre cut outage highlights vulnerability in Haida Gwaii network

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

Stacey Brzostowski · 2026-03-27

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

Stacey Brzostowski · 2026-03-13