Native Brotherhood Membership

Established in 1931

the Native Brotherhood of British Columbia (NBBC) is recognized as Canada’s oldest active Native organization, and a senior BC fishing organization.

The NBBC was formed by a group of coastal villages solely for the betterment of Indigenous people. The Brotherhood quickly became a very powerful voice on fisheries issues and continues to advocate for the well-being of BC’s indigenous coastal communities to this day. Many women also became involved, forming the Native Sisterhood, which financially supported the Brotherhood by organizing fundraisers, planning events, and running the office. The Sisterhood also became involved in politics, working with the Brotherhood to advocate for a better education system, the right to vote for Indigenous people, improved medical care, better jobs, and better living conditions at the canneries. 

In 1985, Native Fishing Association was formed by the NBBC with one basic objective – To increase Indigenous participation in the B.C. commercial fishing industry. NFA pursues its basic objective by utilizing financial programs, workshops, joint ventures with other organizations, social media, and leasing fishing access from our licence portfolio.

Today the Native Brotherhood and Sisterhood are hoping to attract new members who are willing to help advocate for continued improvements for Indigenous communities across BC. Members also gain access to fishing quota and licences offered by Native Fishing Association, the right to vote at the Native Brotherhood AGMs, and benefits though the United Fisherman’s Benefit Fund

Become A Member

To become a Native Brotherhood Member, go to their website at nativebrotherhood.ca

To maintain membership with the Native Brotherhood, be sure to pay fees annually. Fees are as followed:

  • $100.00 / Fisher, Person
  • $50.00 General
  • $25.00 Retired or Sisterhood
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