Bilijk First Nation, part of the Wəlastəkwiyik (Maliseet) people, has called this region home for thousands of years. Our roots trace back to the ancient village of Ekwpahak, near present-day Island View, and we have remained along the St. John River since settling at Kingsclear in 1795. Today, we continue to thrive as a vibrant community grounded in culture, language, and stewardship of our land and waters.