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Building sustainably viable businesses that generate wealth and prosperity for the Tla-o-qui-aht FN.

06/22/2026

Today on June 21st, we recognize National Indigenous Peoples Day and honour the ƛaʔuukʷiʔatḥ / Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation Territory, the ḥaḥuułi of the ƛaʔuukʷiʔatḥ ḥaw̓iiḥ, and the generations of ƛaʔuukʷiʔatḥ people who have stewarded these lands and waters since time immemorial.

At the heart of ƛaʔuukʷiʔatḥ teachings is ʔiisaak. Often translated as "respect," ʔiisaak is also a call to observe, appreciate, and act accordingly. It is reflected in a set of guiding principles that continue to shape stewardship, community, and relationships with the natural world:

ʔiisaaksinḥiʔin - Let us be respectful of Natural Law. Let us observe, appreciate, and act accordingly.

taaquqḥłiʔin - Let us speak truthfully and act honourably. Let us learn the history of this place and its People, correcting colonial narratives, including the myth that this is a wilderness.

łaayiksinḥiʔin - Let us be generous and helpful. There is no end to the work of building community.

qʷaasiinḥapin - Let us leave healthy habitats undisturbed, keeping them as they are for future generations of life.

These teachings continue to guide the work of the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation and are reflected in many initiatives throughout the ḥaḥuułi, including the Tla-o-qui-aht Tribal Parks, where Indigenous stewardship, conservation, cultural revitalization, and economic development work together to create abundance for future generations.

On National Indigenous Peoples Day, we encourage everyone to take time to learn about the history, culture, and living presence of the ƛaʔuukʷiʔatḥ People, whose relationship with these lands and waters continues to this day.

ʔuuy̓ałuk̓ʷiʔaał (Take care).

Photo by Desiree Patterson

06/20/2026

Something special is coming to the West Coast.

We are proud to announce the inaugural Pacific Youth Basketball & Wellness Summit, taking place August 5–7, 2026 in Tofino, BC.

Presented by Legacy North Academy and hosted in partnership with Tlaoquiaht Development Corporation, this free summit will bring youth together for three days of basketball development, wellness, leadership, mentorship, and community connection.

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Rooted in Indigenous youth development and community connection, while welcoming youth from all backgrounds to learn, grow, and participate together.
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Our vision is to use the game of basketball to create opportunities, build confidence, strengthen communities, and support youth wellness through meaningful experiences and relationships.

The summit will feature basketball coaches, mindset and wellness coaches, mentors, motivational speakers, and community leaders traveling from across North America to invest in the next generation of youth.

While participation is open to youth from across British Columbia and beyond, the summit is being intentionally designed to serve youth from Tla-o-qui-aht, Tofino, the West Coast, and communities across Vancouver Island.

We are currently seeking community partners and sponsors who share our belief that every young person deserves access to opportunities that build confidence, wellness, leadership, and connection.

For partnership opportunities:
📧 [email protected]

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06/16/2026

Team Member Tuesday!

Meet Parker Scott, Marketing and Communications Manager for Tla-o-qui-aht Development Corporation.

Parker moved to Tofino two years ago and quickly fell in love with the community, culture, and natural beauty of the coast. After starting at the front desk of Tin Wis Resort, she transitioned into marketing and now supports communications across TDC and its entities.

Through storytelling, partnerships, and community engagement, Parker helps share the work, vision, and successes of TDC with both visitors and community members.

ƛ̓eekoo Parker!

06/12/2026

Partner Spotlight: Moss & Milk Café

This month, we are proud to highlight Moss & Milk Café, located within the Tsawaak Visitor Centre.

Moss & Milk Café blends exceptional coffee, handcrafted baking, and Levantine-inspired cuisine into an experience that feels both familiar and distinctive. Rooted in a passion for bringing people together, their café has become a welcoming gathering place where good food and meaningful connection go hand in hand.

Beyond their café, Moss & Milk continues to support the Tla-o-qui-aht First Nation in meaningful ways. As a Tla-o-qui-aht Tribal Parks Ally, they actively contribute to community initiatives, including their Cooking for Co-Existence events and other opportunities that foster learning, connection, and respect for place.

Partnerships like these help strengthen our local economy while creating welcoming spaces for both residents and visitors. We are grateful for the passion, generosity, and community-minded spirit the Moss & Milk team brings every day.

If you haven't visited yet, Moss & Milk Café is open daily from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

ƛ̓eekoo to the Moss & Milk team for your continued partnership and support.

📷: Jordie Hennigar

06/09/2026

Community Notice:

Tla-o-qui-aht Development Corporation would like to share that site preparation work is beginning this week at Lot 16, located next to Tsawaak RV Resort, as part of the Tin Wis 10-in-10 Initiative.

Community members and visitors can expect construction traffic in the area, including excavators and dump trucks, over the coming weeks. For everyone’s safety, we kindly ask that all posted signage and fenced-off areas are respected while work is underway.

This grant-funded phase is an important step in preparing the site for future commercial opportunities and continued economic development within the community.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact [email protected].

ƛ̓eekoo.

06/06/2026

As part of the Tin Wis 10 in 10 initiative, Tla-o-qui-aht Development Corporation, Tin Wis Resort, and Tsawaak RV Resort & Campground continue to invest in Indigenous plant restoration and ecological stewardship across the properties.

This year alone, more than 3,600 native plants were introduced throughout the grounds, including wetland sedgings, western hemlock, sword and deer fern understory, and medicinal shrubs such as salal, evergreen huckleberry, and red huckleberry.

These restoration efforts help support biodiversity, strengthen native ecosystems, and reconnect the properties to the natural abundance that has existed here since time immemorial.

Grounded in care for the land and guided by long-standing stewardship values, this work is part of a larger commitment to restoring and protecting the ecosystems within the Tla-o-qui-aht ḥaḥuułi for generations to come.

06/03/2026

Two weeks ago, TDC CEO Nik Vischschraper attended NACCA’s 2026 SOAR Indigenous Prosperity Forum in Gatineau on behalf of Tla-o-qui-aht Development Corporation.

The forum was a powerful and inspiring experience, reinforcing the growing momentum behind Indigenous-led economic development and innovation across the country. Through conversations and shared learning, the event highlighted the expanding role of Indigenous products in global trade and the ways that strategic, community-focused investment can help shift long-term economic trajectories.

As we continue moving forward, TDC remains focused on building a strong and sustainable future by creating opportunities that support the next generation.

ƛ̓eekoo to NACCA for hosting such an impactful gathering and for creating space for Indigenous leadership, collaboration, and shared prosperity.

05/31/2026

Last Friday, our CEO Nik and Executive Assistant Alec had the opportunity to visit Haa-ak-suuk Creek Hydro and spend the afternoon with the Highway 4 Hydro team.

From the site visit to sharing lunch together, it was an incredible day, and with the beautiful weather, it was such an amazing experience to spend time surrounded by the forests, mountains, and waters of the Tla-o-qui-aht ḥaḥuułi.

ƛ̓eekoo to the H4H team for hosting us, showing us around, and for all of the important work that you do.

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05/27/2026

Team Member Tuesday!

Meet Alec MacPherson, Executive Assistant at Tla-o-qui-aht Development Corporation.

Alec joined the TDC team in the summer of 2024 and brings with him a background in Tourism Management, along with a passion for fostering positive experiences and developing meaningful communication methods.

Since joining the team, Alec has played an important role supporting operations across TDC while helping strengthen connections between our entities, partners, and community.

ƛ̓eekoo Alec for all that you do!

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