Nuu-chah-nulth peoples founded an organization called the West Coast Allied Tribes in 1958.
The NTC represents its member nations and provides a variety of programs and services to them.
It can coordinate projects, particularly on issues that overlap jurisdictions and take advantage of economies of scale or cross-regional planning opportunities.
Some programs (e.g. child welfare, fisheries, and training) are administered directly by NTC staff on behalf of the bands.
The Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council draws on the resources of fourteen tribes to provide staff and expertise.