MISSION STATEMENT

To provide technical support to the Council of the Haida Nation in advocating
CHN concerns for the land and to ensure that the forests and associated
waters of Haida Gwaii are used in ways that respect the land and Haida
rights and title.

As per Article 8, Sections 1, 3, and 6 of the Haida Constitution:

The Mandate of the Council of the Haida Nation is Haida Gwaii
and surrounding waters.

CHN shall perpetuate Haida heritage and cultural identity,
and will enact Policies for same.

CHN shall establish land and resource policies consistent with nature's ability
to produce. The Policies will be applicable to all users of the Territories.