Executive Councillor n̓aasquʔisʔatḥ, Stephen Rayner, brought the opportunities of Huu-ay-aht nism̓a (traditional land) to the forefront at the Indigenous Resources Opportunities Conference (IROC) alongside Premier David Eby, MLA A’Aliyah Warbus, and leaders from across the sector.
The Indigenous Resource Opportunities Conference (IROC) is a significant, Indigenous-led event that promotes Indigenous economic participation in British Columbia’s natural resource sector. Now in its 10th year, IROC 2026 brought together First Nations leaders, government representatives, resource developers, and industry partners for three days of keynotes, panel discussions, and opportunities for relationship-building.
Together, these leaders are committed to fostering respectful collaboration and creating a strong future through responsible development
