Maureen Nyce is the Elected Chief Councillor of Haisla Nation on BC’s northwest coast. Maureen was elected to Haisla Nation Council in 2023 and served as Deputy Chief Councillor prior to her election as Chief Councillor in July 2025.

With a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration and a Post-Graduate Certificate in Indigenous Economics, Maureen has extensive management experience that she uses to confront the challenges facing her Nation. She is fortunate to come from a long line of strong women and to have worked with leaders with a wide variety of experience, education, and ability. Maureen believes in working together to champion causes like education, Elder care, and economic development, all issues central to Haisla identity.

Maureen, a proud member of the Haisla community, is honoured to serve as Elected Chief Councillor. She believes that by working together as a Nation, her community can build a strong future filled with opportunities for themselves and for Indigenous peoples across Canada.