Island Coastal Economic Trust is journeying towards long-term regional properity

“It’s an expression of where we’re heading as the Trust, all paddling in the same direction, each with our own unique paddles, but with a common destination where wellbeing is strengthened for all communities.”
K’ómoks Territory, Courtenay, British Columbia

A new Indigenous-authored report creates an unprecedented vision and opportunity.

The First Nations Strategic Recommendations Report released July 30, 2025 reflects consensus on the part of more than 30 First Nations on a ground-breaking and collaborative vision for co-governance of the Island Coastal Economic Trust.
A new Indigenous-authored report creates an unprecedented vision and opportunity.

It's been a year of inspiring partnerships and consensus-building on the coast.

As we reflect on the past year, we are encouraged and inspired by the growing shared vision for the transformation of the Island Coastal Trust—one embraced by First Nations, local governments, MLAs, non-profits, business leaders, and the communities we serve.
Island Coastal Economic Trust — 2025 Impact Report — Out Now

About Island Coastal Economic Trust

We strategically invest in inclusive economic development, diversification, and innovation in partnership with communities across Vancouver Island, the Sunshine Coast, and islands and inlets from the Salish Sea to Cape Caution.

Learn about how we empower communities and our regional impact in our latest Impact Report. 

$67.8 million

invested in communities

$407 million

total investment impact

3090

permanent jobs created