Gitxsan Nation
The Gitxsan Nation is an Indigenous group located in northwestern British Columbia, Canada. They are part of the larger First Nations community and have a rich cultural heritage that includes traditional governance, language, and art. The Gitxsan people primarily inhabit the area around the Skeena River and are known for their strong connection to the land and natural resources.
The Gitxsan Nation is organized into several clans, each with its own unique history and traditions. They have a distinct language, Gitxsanimaax, which is part of the Tsimshianic language family. The Gitxsan have been actively involved in legal and political efforts to assert their rights and title to their ancestral lands, particularly through landmark cases like the Delgamuukw case in the 1990s.