Nishga

Nishga refers to the Nishga Nation, an Indigenous group in northwestern British Columbia, Canada, part of the Pacific Northwest Coast. They have a rich cultural heritage, traditionally engaged in fishing, hunting, and gathering. The Nishga people have a strong connection to their ancestral lands and speak the Nishga language, which is part of the Tsimshianic language family. Today, they maintain their cultural practices while also participating in modern life. The Nishga Nation is involved in governance, land management, and cultural preservation, working to sustain their community’s identity and rights within Canadian society.