A Deep Connection to Lands & Waters

Throughout Don Simpson’s 30-year commercial fishing career, he has focused on human values—work ethic, moral integrity and honesty—just as much, if not more, than catching fish. “If you're a fisher, your name is your brand,” says Don. “Your hard work is recognized—the way you carry yourself, the way you act as a team member and how you back folks up. You're building your brand through trust and credibility. You give your word and you seal it with a handshake.” Born in Prince

At CNF, we recognize that our dedicated team is what makes our company successful.

CNF and the Trust are now in their fourth year of successfully working together in support of shareholder Nations.

Coastal Nations Fisheries aims to nurture a work environment in which employees can thrive.

This Oceans Day, we want to know what the ocean means to you!

Life hasn’t always been smooth sailing for K’unya Laurie Bevan, but today she is a successful legal and governance professional and current Board Chair of Coastal Nations Fisheries.

Coastal Nations Fisheries was a proud sponsor of the Coastal First Nations 25th Anniversary Celebration, held in Vancouver.

For the CNF Annual General Meeting in December 2025, our shareholder Nations’ leaders came together for an update on the company’s excellent progress over the last year.

Aaron Murray brings a lifetime of experience to his role as General Manager of Coastal Nations Commercial Fishing.

Gitga’at representative Wah Goot’m Haida Kyle Clifton brings a uniquely broad perspective to the CNF Board of Directors.

In October, the Nations' Leads for Community Based Fisheries gathered with technical support staff in Vancouver for an engaging three days of strategizing.

Coastal Nations Fisheries is now a certified Indigenous Business and a member of the Canadian Council of Indigenous Businesses.

When it comes to building a career on hard work and dedication, you’d be hard pressed to find a better example than Shirley Antonelli, CNF Board member for the Wuikinuxv Nation.

CNF is thrilled to announce Aaron Murray as the inaugural General Manager for Coastal Nations Commercial Fishing.

During visits to Heiltsuk, Kitasoo Xai'xais and Haida Nations, CNF shared updates on efforts to revitalize coastal fisheries on the North Pacific Coast.

In her introductory message for the 2024 CNF Annual Report , Board Chair K’unya Laurie Bevan highlights the many ways that CNF is...

In his introductory message for the 2024 CNF Annual Report, CEO Guy Dean describes the Nation-based leadership driving CNF's success.

Coastal Nations Commercial Fishing is hiring a General Manager to manage the development of key aspects of the business.

CNF is hiring an Acquisitions Lead to manage day-to-day acquisitions and support the CEO in strategic acquisition matters.

Coastal Nations Fisheries is thrilled to announce the appointment of Guy Dean as CNF’s permanent Chief Executive Officer.