Objectives & Principles

Objectives

  • Sound Governance
  • Long Term Financial Well Being
  • Fiscal Prudence
  • Creation of new careers and employment for Haida people
  • Sound Stewardship and Recognition of Inherent Limit
  • A safe and healthy working environment

Principles

The Haida have a well established concept of respect referred to as Yah’guudang that encompasses all things and this concept is extended to HaiCo to:

  • Ensure the condition and the ability of the land and waters to function and provide for the long-term well-being of the Haida people for generations to come.
  • Fair and transparent treatment of human resources.
  • Respecting the Haida Nation’s right to determine the use and management of Haida territories.
  • Application of integrity, responsibility, prudence, and accountability to the use of funds, assets and other resources.
  • Corporate governance and operations, which is based within integrity, honesty, accountability, and openness.
  • Respecting and upholding the Haida Nation’s governance legislation, regulations, policies, processes, and decision-making.
  • Appreciation for the contributions made by others that have supported and contributed to the establishment of HaiCo through business partnerships and agreements.