ʕaaḥuusʔatḥ Ahousaht Maaqtusiis
ʕaaḥuusʔatḥ is one of fourteen Nuu-Chah-Nulth Nations, meaning "our backs against the mountains".
More than 2,400 members call ʕaaḥuusʔatḥ home, with families and community connections reaching across Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada, and beyond.
Maaqtusiis, a quiet and culturally strong community, is located on the southeastern tip of Flores Island; about a 30-minute boat ride north of Tofino.
Visitors can enjoy a scenic 30-40 minute water taxi ride from Tofino Main St. Dock to ʕaaḥuusʔatḥ.
We encourage guests to travel with ʕaaḥuusʔatḥ-owned and operated water taxis for an authentic and community supported experience.
(see our INFO page for list of water taxis)
More than 2,400 members call ʕaaḥuusʔatḥ home, with families and community connections reaching across Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada, and beyond.
Maaqtusiis, a quiet and culturally strong community, is located on the southeastern tip of Flores Island; about a 30-minute boat ride north of Tofino.
Visitors can enjoy a scenic 30-40 minute water taxi ride from Tofino Main St. Dock to ʕaaḥuusʔatḥ.
We encourage guests to travel with ʕaaḥuusʔatḥ-owned and operated water taxis for an authentic and community supported experience.
(see our INFO page for list of water taxis)
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Community FYI – Crossing the Canada–U.S. Border
For community members travelling to the United States, please be aware that entry requirements may differ from the past. While status cards are valid for entering Canada, Indigenous Services Canada strongly recommends carrying a valid passport in addition to your secure status card when travelling outside Canada. Status cards cannot be used for air travel across the Canada–U.S. border. Acceptance of status cards is at the discretion of U.S. officials. If you’re travelling, it’s a good idea to review current travel requirements before your trip. 
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Ahousaht Reconciliation (virtual) Language Gatherings will start on November 18th 2025 and will continue until March 31, 2027.
The Zoom link is the same for ALL language gatherings: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87029193022?pwd=9hlpPDzriMA5nD8OR6t0y9Ntx0l19Q.1
The Zoom link is the same for ALL language gatherings: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87029193022?pwd=9hlpPDzriMA5nD8OR6t0y9Ntx0l19Q.1
Donations are graciously accepted to Ahousaht via EFT to accounting at ahousahtdotca
Ahousaht appreciates all donations and guarantee that 100% of your donation goes to Ahousaht programs.
Ahousaht is a qualified donee and is registered in Canada with CRA.
Charitable receipts will be issued for donations of $50 or more.
Ahousaht appreciates all donations and guarantee that 100% of your donation goes to Ahousaht programs.
Ahousaht is a qualified donee and is registered in Canada with CRA.
Charitable receipts will be issued for donations of $50 or more.
