This community is situated on Campbell Island. Employment opportunities are to be found through the commercial fishing, fish processing, Band Council, hospital and schools. Recent partnerships with forest companies have allowed for expansion into silvicullture and logging . Value added fish and forest products will play a greater role in community economic development. Tourism and transportation of goods and services are expanding opportunities.
Home based and cottage industry is a growth sector.
Waglisla serves as the main supply and communication center for the north central coast. Public docks, band store has a good selection of groceries, baked breads and general merchandise. Liquor store and bank, RCMP and hospital. Nuxalk Nation Main current village at Bella Coola townsite and 4 Mile Subdivision just outside of Bella Coola. Nuxalk Nation members live within the Bella Coola valley and have traditional territory within the Central Coast regional area.