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Queen Charlotte Lodge, Haida Gwaii’s iconic luxury fishing retreat, has been acquired by the Haida Nation — marking a historic shift as one of the region’s most prestigious properties returns to Indigenous stewardship. After nearly three decades under Paul Clough, the lodge — nestled on a scenic 20-acre site in Naden Harbour — is set to transition into a new era, with operations expected to resume by late 2027. The deal, finalized between the Haida Nation Council and the lodge, remains confidential in financial terms, but symbolizes a powerful reconnection to ancestral lands. Jason Alsop, Haida Nation president, emphasized the cultural and future significance of the purchase, while Clough praised his legacy and the promise of renewed collaboration. Though past tensions around environmental and community concerns linger, this acquisition signals a hopeful pivot toward shared responsibility. With air and sea access only, the lodge’s exclusive clientele and Haida-inspired heritage — including its ceremonial renaming — will likely shape its next chapter, though future branding and staffing remain to be revealed.

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