yáqʷa Development Corporation is pleased to welcome Wendy Tewnion to our team.  In the newly created role of Manager, Business Operations, Wendy is responsible for managing the day to day operations of yáqʷa’s existing real estate assets and businesses, ensuring seamless service and operations, and supporting employees.   Wendy was born and raised in Kitimat, and was excited to return to her hometown in 2020. She brings a wealth of experience to yáqʷa, including business & brand development, marketing strategy, and operations management.  Wendy will work closely with our Business Development team to identify opportunities to expand and enhance our current[...]

Nov. 17, 2025 yáqʷa Development Corporation is pleased to announce the finalization of an agreement with Chevron Canada last month, that will see permits and other assets related to Kitimat LNG be transferred under our control for the sole benefit of Haisla Nation. Chevron has worked with the Haisla Nation since 2011 to pursue the development of an LNG facility at Bish Cove. However, in 2022 Chevron and their partner Woodside made the decision to exit their proposed Kitimat LNG Project. Prior to their divestment, Chevron invested hundreds of millions of dollars in developing the proposed project, including widening and[...]