Doig River First Nation

05/05/2026

Big moment for Doig River First Nation!
We are so proud to see Kekuli Cafe Fort St John begin its soft opening and bring this vision to life. This is more than just coffee and bannock. It is community, culture, and opportunity coming together in a powerful way.

Huge congratulations to everyone who worked hard to make this happen. Your dedication is creating something special for Fort St John and beyond.

Soft opening hours (for this week):
Wednesday 7am to 2pm
Thursday from 7am to 2pm
Friday from 7am to 5pm

Located on 116th Street across from Ma Murray Community School.

Stop by, meet the team, and enjoy some incredible bannock and coffee. Let’s show our support and celebrate this exciting first step together!

04/30/2026

An incredible grand opening today at Aẕís Kwą̂ (Hide House), the newest addition to Doig’s cultural grounds.

This space will bring our community together through hands on learning, from hide processing to meet preparation, strengthening skills that have always been part of who we are.

As we continue walking the path of revitalizing our traditional ways, we are also embracing modern tools to carry this knowledge forward for generations to come.

Thank you to all who attended this milestone with us today!

Doig River First Nation

04/17/2026

Today we are proud to celebrate 7 years of success with UUJO.

This milestone did not come easy. It is the result of years of hard work, long days, and a strong vision carried forward by dedicated people who believed in what was possible for our Nation. From the early stages to where we stand today, that commitment has made Uujo a reality.

Through this work, we continue to build a strong and sustainable future for Doig River First Nation, creating opportunity and supporting the next generation.

We congratulate all that have been part of this journey and look forward to seeing what the future will bring.

04/15/2026

The first of three amazing days immersed in stories, knowledge, and great conversations about the future ✨

Really grateful to be part of a course on Indigenous laws and the work of developing our own systems for our community moving forward!

Thank you to Stephanie Attachie and the team from UVIC for the hard work!

03/10/2026

Elders Bingo was held this morning and it was great to see everyone come together for some fun, laughter, and good visiting.

Thank you to the Health Department, Chief Justin Davis, and everyone involved who helped make the morning possible. Your support and effort are truly appreciated.
We are grateful for our Elders and always happy to spend time together as a community.

02/20/2026

Please join us as we celebrate an incredible milestone 🎉💜

Maryann is turning 88, and we would love for you to come help us honour her life, laughter, and legacy.

🗓 Sunday, February 22
🕓 4:00 PM
📍 Old is The New New
10059 102 Ave, Fort St John, BC

Let’s fill the room with stories, hugs, and celebration as we gather around this amazing woman who has given so much to so many.

Please RSVP to Lisa Hotte at 250 793 8353.

We hope to see you there 💜✨

02/18/2026

Doig River First Nation stood with families from across the region yesterday at Festival Plaza.

Chief Justin shared words from the heart, and the drummers offered healing prayers to the community. The songs of the Naachesneh, the Dreamers, carried strength and comfort to the families who are grieving and to those still fighting to heal.

So many gathered. Youth, Elders, families, friends. We stood together, we listened, we prayed, and we held one another up.

In hard times, we come together.

With love,
Doig River First Nation

02/16/2026

Family is at the heart of who we are as Dane Zaa people. It is where our children first hear our language, where our stories are shared, and where our values are lived every day.

We honour our Elders for their wisdom, our parents and caregivers for their strength, and our children for the hope they carry forward.

Whether you are out on the land, by the river, or gathered at home with loved ones, time together is what keeps our community strong.

From our families to yours,
Happy Family Day from Doig River First Nation.

02/11/2026

Doig River First Nation extends our deepest sympathies and heartfelt prayers to the community of Tumbler Ridge during this incredibly difficult time.

We are holding the families, friends, and all those affected in our thoughts. In moments like this, the strength of community matters most. Please know that you are not alone. We stand beside you in care, compassion, and solidarity.

May you find comfort in one another, strength in unity, and peace in the days ahead. Our hearts are with Tumbler Ridge.

02/10/2026

Nothing beats a good morning with our Elders ❤️

Bingo cards out, coffee on, breakfast shared, and plenty of laughs around the table at Elders Bingo and Breakfast. Add in FNHA providing blood pressure testing, and you have the perfect mix of fun, connection, and care.

These moments matter. They keep our community smiling, supported, and healthy while making space for stories, teasing, and a little friendly bingo competition. 😉

Grateful for our Elders, our partners at FNHA, and the reminder that wellness is about more than checkups. It is about being together.

02/05/2026

Doig River First Nation is working with the Province of British Columbia on a Joint Land Use Plan for northeast BC, and we want to hear from you.

This planning work will help guide how important lands are protected and restored while supporting responsible resource activity across the region. It builds on Doig River First Nation’s existing Land Use Plan and brings together Indigenous knowledge, provincial priorities, and public input.

Community voices matter in this process. An online survey is now open and anyone can share their thoughts and perspectives. Feedback will help shape decisions about the future of the land for generations to come.

Learn more and take the survey here:
🌐 Joint Land Use Plan details: https://doigriverfn.com/joint-land-use-plan/
📄 Project information on Planning in Partnership: https://www.planninginpartnership.ca/p/697cfa72a9b7d9001531b640/project-details
📍 Doig River First Nation Land Use Plan background: https://doigriverfn.com/lup/

Your voice matters and we encourage everyone to take part.

Our Land Use Plan – Nan wúújq t’aa dâah’aa? – was developed through a grassroots planning process with DRFN members over many years, and was approved by DRFN Council on […]