Bella Bella

Bella Bella is a small community located on North Bentinck Island in British Columbia, Canada. It serves as the main settlement for the Heiltsuk Nation, an Indigenous people with a rich cultural history rooted in fishing, especially for salmon and herring. The community functions as a cultural and administrative center, offering services like healthcare, education, and governance for the Heiltsuk people. Surrounded by stunning natural landscapes including fjords and forests, Bella Bella is also known for its efforts to preserve Indigenous traditions while engaging with modern development.