10th NATION2NATION
ANNUAL FORUM
October 20-22, 2026 | Kitimat, BC
ABOUT THE FORUM
The Annual Nation2Nation Forum is held in Terrace or Kitimat on the third week of October. The 3-day format focuses on economic development from a First Nations perspective, featuring speakers, panels, and workshops that engaged attendees on key issues affecting Northwest communities and beyond.
In addition to formal sessions, the Annual Forum included social events, and community tours. The gathering emphasized innovative, collaborative approaches to building strong, sustainable communities and businesses through Indigenous-led solutions and partnerships.
10th N2N ANNUAL FORUM
October 20-22, 2026 | Kitimat, BC
This fall, Nation2Nation continues it’s 3-day Annual Forum from in the traditional territory of the Haisla First Nation in Kitimat, B.C.
The 10th Nation2Nation Annual Forum will continue the conversation on economic development from a First Nations perspective and engage the audience in dialogue about the topics that are important to our Northwest Communities and beyond.
Upcoming Event
"Reflect. Truth. Together"
“Reflect. Truth. Together” celebrates 10 years of successful relationship building and reinforces the Forum’s purpose: creating space for real conversation and meaningful collaboration between First Nations, Industry, Local Government, and Women in Leadership.
This fall, Nation2Nation will be returning to Kitimat, BC, home of the traditional territory of the Haisla First Nation. The 10th Nation2Nation Annual Forum will continue the conversation on economic development from a First Nations perspective and engage the audience in dialogue about the topics that are important to our Northwest Communities and beyond.
The Forum offers two full days of incredible speakers, panel discussions and workshops. Additionally, Nation2Nation highlights the local communities through Community Tours and Social Events that provide spaces for informal connection and relationship building. A Boat Tour along the Channel provides an incredible opportunity to network while viewing some important developments such as HaiSea’s LNG and electricity-fueled tugboats, the future Cedar LNG site and more.
Join us as we explore innovative solutions and collaborative approaches to ensuring our communities and businesses remain strong, and grow stronger, amidst a rapidly changing economic landscape.
As always, we will continue the conversation on projects in the Northwest and beyond and on how to build an equitable and sustainable future from an Indigenous perspective. Our panels, speakers and workshops will allow you to engage with thought leaders and industry experts to discuss how innovation, collaboration, and partnerships can drive economic strength and create new opportunities for all.
Some Topics we'll be covering;
Then/Now/Next
All Things Energy
All Things Mining
What's happening in NW BC and beyond
New Technology and Greener Economy
What’s Next in Forestry
What’s Going on with LNG Projects in BC
What’s next for Rio Tinto and made-in BC aluminum
Key Messages
Economic Independence for a Resilient and Thriving Canada
Navigating Economic Uncertainty
Reconciliation and Partnerships to Drive Mutual Prosperity
Harnessing Innovation and Technology
Future-ready and Adaptable Workforce
Building Strength Against External Shocks
Exploring Sovereign Economic Strategies for Charting Canada’s own Course
Why Attend?
Connection
Connect with business partners and leaders from 10+ communities in the North. Experience cultures through storytelling and open discussion.
Networking
Network and build relationships with over 350+ participants that are there to find the same answers and build long-lasting relationships.
Knowledge
Get access to 3-days of expert content, including workshops and 30+ speakers. Learn about major projects and partnership opportunities.
CALL FOR SPEAKERS
Do you feel like you have stories, knowledge or experience to share? We want to hear it!
Our goal is to create an open, knowledgeable and relevant forum that speaks to the region and the people who live here. We can't do that without you and your experiences. We are calling out for leaders and community members from the Northwest to join our panel discussions and guest speaker opportunities for 2025.
30+ progressive, informed and relevant speakers
Sit in on major project updates, hear from community leaders, listen to stories from First Nation members and experience open and honest conversations in a neutral space.
See reconciliation happen and learn how we can continue to grow forward together.
Facilitating Conversations in Northwest BC
from a First Nations Perspective
Nation2Nation Events creates spaces for real conversation, with passion and a genuine focus centered on honest and meaningful collaboration between First Nations, Industry, local Government, and Women in Leadership. The Nation2Nation Forum held annually in Terrace or Kitimat and the N2N Women’s Gathering moves around the North to continue to build stronger and more meaningful paths forward.
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