Our Businesses
Businesses
The Metlakatla Development Corporation (MDC) is the business arm of the Metlakatla First Nation, driving economic growth in Northwest BC through partnerships and businesses in transportation, construction, and other industries while supporting the prosperity of members and the preservation of Ts'msyen culture.
Metlakatla Ferry Service
The first business started by the Metlakatla Development Corporation, the Metlakatla Ferry Service runs regular ferries between the dock in Prince Rupert — located along the waterfront below the Museum of Northern B.C. — and the community of Maxłaxaała. With a fleet of three ferries, the Metlakatla Ferry Service also offers transportation charters for businesses and residents on the North Coast.
- Regular scheduled service between Prince Rupert and Maxłaxaała
- Fleet of three ferries
- Transportation charters for businesses and residents
- Contact: 250-628-3236 or crobinson@metlakatla.ca
Cedar Village Housing Society
Located on the traditional territory of the Coast Ts'msyen, Cedar Village is a project of the Metlakatla Development Corporation offering 32 high-quality, affordable housing units for elders and seniors aged 65 and over in Prince Rupert. The development blends traditional First Nations culture with modern living, featuring Ts'msyen totems carved by local artists and architectural design inspired by the medicine wheel. Cedar Village is open to all residents of the North Coast.
- 32 affordable housing units for elders and seniors 65+
- Mix of single and two-bedroom units
- Ts'msyen totems and culturally inspired design
- Open to all North Coast residents
Grassy Bay Services
Located in the Prince Rupert Industrial Park, Grassy Bay Services is a full-service PetroCanada gas station, offering all types of fuel and a fully-stocked convenience store. Self-serve is also available and status cards are accepted at the gas bar.
- Full-service PetroCanada gas station
- All types of fuel and sanitary dump station
- Fully-stocked convenience store
- Status cards accepted
Metlakatla Forestry Corporation
Metlakatla Forestry Corporation manages forestry opportunities. The corporation has purchased a forestry licence and has sold timber under that licence, advancing sustainable resource development and long-term economic benefit for the Maxłaxaała First Nation.
- Manages forestry opportunities
- Holds a purchased forestry licence
- Has sold timber under that licence
- Advancing sustainable resource development
Land Holding Company (0957159 BC Ltd)
This newly formed company was established to acquire and manage land holdings in Prince Rupert and Port Edward. Several new properties were purchased during the year through direct and subsidiary ownership, expanding MDC's real estate portfolio and supporting long-term community development goals.
- Acquires and manages land holdings in Prince Rupert and Port Edward
- Properties held through direct and subsidiary ownership
- Expanding MDC's real estate portfolio
- Supports long-term community development goals
Metlakatla Aquaculture (1456443 BC)
Metlakatla Aquaculture is a newly established company that began operations in 2025 with support from MDC and external grants. Early activity has focused on scallop production and sales, advancing MDC's presence in the marine aquaculture sector and creating economic opportunities for Maxłaxaała community members.
- Began operations in 2025
- Supported by MDC and external grants
- Scallop production and sales
- Expanding MDC's marine aquaculture presence
Coastal Business Resources Centre
Prince Rupert's highest quality packaged office space solution, the Coastal Business Resources Centre offers street-level access and high visibility in the city's business district. Owned and operated by Metlakatla Development Corporation, CBRC provides corporate offices, boardroom rentals, workstation rentals, and tradeshow equipment hire — everything local businesses and professionals need under one roof.
- Corporate offices, boardroom and workstation rentals
- 344-2nd Avenue West, Prince Rupert BC, V8J 1G6
- T: 778-645-2050 | T: 250-624-8207
- E: info@thecbrc.ca
Contact
South Kaien Land Holdings Ltd.
South Kaien Land Holdings Ltd. is actively developing two parcels of land on Kaien Island, with funding from the Government of Canada, MDC, and the Prince Rupert Port Authority. Management is seeking commercial development opportunities and expects future economic benefits from this long-term investment.
- Developing two parcels of land on Kaien Island
- Funded by Government of Canada, MDC, and Prince Rupert Port Authority
- Seeking commercial development opportunities
- Long-term investment with expected future economic benefits
Galloway Properties Ltd.
Galloway Properties Ltd. is MDC's dedicated real estate holding and management company, focused on acquiring and developing commercial and residential properties that generate long-term economic returns and support the growth of the Maxłaxaała community.
- Commercial and residential property holdings
- Long-term real estate investment strategy
- Supports economic returns for Maxłaxaała community
- Managed under MDC's diversified portfolio
Metlakatla Seafood
Metlakatla Seafood is MDC's seafood enterprise, leveraging the rich marine resources of Metlakatla Traditional Territory to create sustainable harvesting and processing opportunities. The company advances economic self-sufficiency for the Maxłaxaała First Nation through the responsible development of ocean resources.
- Seafood harvesting and processing operations
- Grounded in Metlakatla Traditional Territory
- Sustainable and responsible resource development
- Creating economic opportunity for Maxłaxaała members
Gat Leedm Logistics
Gat Leedm Logistics is MDC's transportation and logistics company, providing reliable freight, hauling, and supply chain services across the region. The company creates employment and economic opportunity for Maxłaxaała community members while supporting the infrastructure needs of Northern BC.
- Freight, hauling, and supply chain services
- Serving Northern BC and surrounding region
- Creating employment for Maxłaxaała community members
- Supporting regional infrastructure and development
Partner With Our Businesses
We welcome inquiries from businesses, government agencies, and community members looking to work with the Metlakatla Development Corporation.
Get in Touch