About yáqʷa Development Corporation

yáqʷa was established in 2024 as the economic development arm of the Haisla (x̄á’isla) Nation to empower our Nation with the resources required to build a powerful and proud community, healthy in mind, body and spirit.

While the definition of yáqʷa is simple – to share or give away – the meaning has deep symbolism within Haisla culture and tradition in which sharing our resources with, and beyond, our Nation is fundamental to who we are as people.

We strive for excellence in every aspect of our economic development and are now actively recruiting to expand our Board of Directors.

Overview of Board Responsibilities

The yáqʷa Development Corporation Board of Directors is responsible for providing strategic leadership, governance oversight, and fiduciary accountability to ensure yáqʷa fulfills its mandate of advancing economic self-sufficiency, community benefit, and sustainable growth for the Haisla Nation.

The Board collectively guides yáqʷa’s long-term vision, approves key policies, budgets, and strategic initiatives, and monitors performance to ensure transparency, integrity, and cultural alignment.

Directors serve as stewards of the corporation’s assets and reputation, safeguarding the interests of both the shareholder and community while ensuring decisions are made in accordance with strong governance practices and yáqʷa’s guiding values.

Working in partnership with the Chief Executive Officer, the Board oversees business development, financial stewardship, and risk management across all subsidiaries. Directors are expected to provide informed, independent judgment and contribute expertise in areas such as governance, finance, investment, infrastructure, operations, or community development.

Each Director upholds yáqʷa’s commitment to ethical leadership, accountability, and respect, ensuring that corporate decisions reflect both sound business principles and the cultural integrity of the Haisla people.

Independent Board Director with Finance Expertise: Overview of Role

Purpose of Role
This position will provide financial governance expertise, ensuring rigorous oversight of corporate finances, compliance, and reporting accuracy, with the ability to guide the organization’s long-term fiscal strategy. In addition this position will Chair the Audit & Finance Committee; and be the board’s lead for financial governance and lender/investor interfaces.

Prerequisites

• Minimum 10 years of progressive leadership experience in business management, financial audit, and infrastructure financing.
• Strong working knowledge of partnerships, investment management, infrastructure, real estate, private equity, or development.
• Accounting or business degree
• CPA (CA/CGA/CMA) in good standing; 5+ years experience with a public accounting firm post-designation
• Experience in building and scaling a business or platform considered a significant asset.
• Prior board or governance experience considered a strong asset.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong audit, risk management, and compliance capabilities.
• Ability to interpret and communicate complex financial information to non-financial stakeholders.
• Strong working knowledge of capital planning, budgeting/forecasting, audit readiness; comfort with multi-entity consolidations and partnership/JV accounting.
• ICD.D considered an asset.

Cultural & Community Alignment

• Strong understanding of Indigenous rights, governance structures, and socioeconomic aspirations across Canada.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, cross-cultural communication abilities, and engagement with rightsholders.
• Indigenous candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in Canada.

Please apply by submitting your resume to hr@yaqwadevcorp.com