Heiltsuk Integrated Resource Management Department

The Heiltsuk Integrated Resource Management Department (HIRMD) on behalf of the Heiltsuk people assist in managing all of the Heiltsuk territory with respect and reverence for the life it sustains, using knowledge of the Marine and Land resources as passed down to the Heiltsuk Nation for generations. HIRMD works in collaboration with all Heiltsuk departments and citizens toward the preservation, conservation and enhancement of integrated resources within Heiltsuk Territory. HIRMD is directed by a Board of Directors, which is comprised of representatives from the Hemas (Heiltsuk Chiefs), Heiltsuk Tribal Council, Heiltsuk Youth, Heiltsuk Member at large, the HIRMD management and staff were granted the resources for operations and to establish a centralized office. The HIRMD staff work in four key service areas: (1) information services, communications, and referrals; (2) land and water; (3) marine and fisheries; and (4) cultural heritage management. The HIRMD staff are also responsible for the on-going administration and communications, both internally and within the broader Heiltsuk community.