The Narwhal https://thenarwhal.ca Deep Dives, Cold Facts, & Pointed Commentary en-US Copyright 2026 The Narwhal hourly 1 It’s the world’s first Indigenous-led ‘blue park.’ And Kitasoo Xai’xais Nation pulled it off without waiting on Canada https://thenarwhal.ca/bc-first-nation-blue-park-designation/ Thu, 25 Apr 2024 14:43:11 +0000 https://thenarwhal.ca/?p=105102 Awarded for protecting sea life, Gitdisdzu Lugyeks Marine Protected Area is also the first ever ‘blue park’ in Canada Steph Kwetásel’wet Wood News B.C. biodiversity Indigenous protected areas Oceans Spirits of Place Photo: Moonfish Media / Kitasoo Xai'xais Stewardship Authority An aerial view of Kitasoo Xai'xais territory on the central coast of B.C., with vibrant green sea water, vibrant due to herring spawn. A small island and tree-lined coast are lightly dusted with snow, extending into the distance. Thin, low clouds hang over the trees and the sky is bright blue between the clouds.