North Coast Regional District

The North Coast Regional District spans coastal, island, and mountainous areas in northwestern British Columbia with highly varied landscapes. Dense rainforests, deep fjords, and numerous water bodies define this large territory.

Indigenous peoples including the Haida and Tsimshian inhabited and shaped this land long before modern regional administration. The territory received its current name in 2016 to better reflect its coastal location and cultural diversity.

Indigenous Haida and Tsimshian communities shape everyday life throughout the district. You encounter their traditions in local art, gatherings, and how people connect with and protect the land.

Most communities are only accessible by ferry or plane since few roads connect distant settlements. Plan for longer travel times and check weather conditions before heading out.

This territory includes Gwaii Haanas, where ancient Haida settlements rest among rainforests and the Pacific Ocean. Visitors discover largely untouched landscapes and archaeological sites that preserve Haida history and culture.

Location: British Columbia

Shares border with: Regional District of Kitimat-Stikine, Central Coast Regional District

Website: https://ncrdbc.com

GPS coordinates: 53.74900,-132.00300

Latest update: December 10, 2025 16:20