Kijik Corporation was founded with 259 original shareholders. Today the corporation has grown to include over 540, many still living in Nondalton or returning each season to uphold subsistence traditions of hunting, fishing, and gathering.
Shareholders are at the heart of Kijik. Whether you live near Qizhjeh Vena or far away, your legacy shapes our mission. We steward land, culture, and opportunities to honor our past and serve our future generations.
Keep you records up-to-date through our partner, Bristol Bay Native Corporation. This ensures you receive notices, benefits, and communications.
Aid is provided for original shareholders to help with funeral or burial costs. Contact us for eligibility and to apply.
Through Kijik’s non-profit, Qizhjeh Heritage Institute, shareholders and their descendants can apply for scholarships to support post-secondary education, vocational training, and other learning opportunities that invest in the future of our community.
Kijik’s active land management ensures that the lands are preserved and protected for the shareholders and descendants who live there. Supporting a sustainable supply of resources for fishing, hunting, and the traditional lifestyle of the Qizhjeh Vena people.