Island Coastal Economic Trust

Mount Cain: Built by Community, Powered by Passion

Mount Cain remains what it has always been: a labour of love

Since 2012, Mount Cain Alpine Park Society has partnered with Island Coastal Economic Trust to make five major investments in development of this significant regional tourism and outdoor recreation destination on northern Vancouver Island.

North Island

Walking the Talk of Co-Governance: Moving Forward Together

Island Coastal Economic Trust is journeying towards long-term regional properity

“It’s an expression of where we’re heading as the Trust, all paddling in the same direction, each with our own unique paddles, but with a common destination where wellbeing is strengthened for all communities.”

K’ómoks Territory, Courtenay, British Columbia

First Nations Propose Co-Governance Future for Island Coastal Economic Trust

A new Indigenous-authored report creates an unprecedented vision and opportunity.

The First Nations Strategic Recommendations Report released July 30, 2025 reflects consensus on the part of more than 30 First Nations on a ground-breaking and collaborative vision for co-governance of the Island Coastal Economic Trust.

A new Indigenous-authored report creates an unprecedented vision and opportunity.

Mount Cain: Built by Community, Powered by Passion

Mount Cain remains what it has always been: a labour of love

Walking the Talk of Co-Governance: Moving Forward Together

Island Coastal Economic Trust is journeying towards long-term regional properity

First Nations Propose Co-Governance Future for Island Coastal Economic Trust

A new Indigenous-authored report creates an unprecedented vision and opportunity.

’Namgis-Led Initiative Explores New Future for Former Atli Wood Chip Facility

New recycling venture keeps surf gear out of landfills while strengthening circular economy on the West Coast

A Case for Change: Independent Review Delivers Recommendations for Co-Governance of Island Coastal Economic Trust

About Island Coastal Economic Trust

Mount Cain: Built by Community, Powered by Passion

Mount Cain remains what it has always been: a labour of love

Walking the Talk of Co-Governance: Moving Forward Together

Island Coastal Economic Trust is journeying towards long-term regional properity

First Nations Propose Co-Governance Future for Island Coastal Economic Trust

A new Indigenous-authored report creates an unprecedented vision and opportunity.

’Namgis-Led Initiative Explores New Future for Former Atli Wood Chip Facility

New recycling venture keeps surf gear out of landfills while strengthening circular economy on the West Coast

A Case for Change: Independent Review Delivers Recommendations for Co-Governance of Island Coastal Economic Trust

About Island Coastal Economic Trust

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