 Ka:’yu:’k’t’h’/Che:k’tles7et’h’
Maps and Territory
 Ka:’yu:’k’t’h’/Che:k’tles7et’h’
 YuuĹ‚uĘ”iĹ‚Ę”atḥ Toquaht Uchucklesaht Huu-ay-aht Ka:’yu:’k’t’h’/Che:k’tles7et’h’
 Yuułuʔiłʔatḥ Toquaht Uchucklesaht Huu-ay-aht
Where land, water, 
and governance meet
The five Maa-nulth Nations’ areas stretch from Barkley Sound to Kyuquot Sound, representing both ancestral stewardship and contemporary sovereignty—where traditional knowledge guides modern governance.
Land and sea define governance
From mountains to marine corridors, the Maa‑nulth territories form the foundation of self-governance. These maps reflect legal recognition of lands and waters within the Maa‑nulth Treaty.
West Coast territories
The Maa‑nulth Nations have stewarded their territories along Vancouver Island’s west coast for thousands of years. Through the Treaty, these connections are formally recognized within Canada’s constitutional framework.
Domestic fishing area
The Treaty recognizes the Maa‑nulth Domestic Fishing Area, encompassing important marine areas where the Nations exercise constitutionally protected fishing rights, reflecting their deep connection to the ocean.
Traditional territory areas
Beyond treaty lands, the Nations maintain important roles within broader areas, providing opportunities for:
- Resource development consultation and revenue sharing
- Protected area management participation
- Environmental assessment engagement
- Resource harvesting
From Barkley Sound to Kyuquot Sound
Maa‑nulth territories stretch along pristine coastline from Barkley Sound to Kyuquot Sound, encompassing ancient forests, productive marine environments, traditional village sites, and important fish and wildlife habitats.
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