We are responsible for managing the Átl'ka7tsem / Howe Sound UNESCO Biosphere, Canada's 19th UNESCO Biosphere Reserve.

Our Vision is an Átl'ka7tsem / Howe Sound where humanity and nature thrive

Our Mission is to facilitate and support the organizing and planning of complex activities that bring allegiance to balancing development, conservation, and equity in the Átl’ka7tsem/Howe Sound region.

We pursue three outcomes for the region:

Sustainable Development: An overarching, holistic land and marine use plan, mutually recognized and respected by First Nations, civil society, multi-sector stakeholders, and all levels of government. 

Biodiversity Conservation: Needs are understood and defined and measures are in place to ensure the conservation of critical ecological values. 

Reconciliation, Equity & Inclusion: Needs and meaning for the Squamish Nation and all nations and communities in the region are learned and defined collaboratively, and plans for advancement are mutually supported.