UPCOMING EVENTS

MEN'S GROUP Every Fridays @ 12:00 - 1:00p.m.

(Until the end of March) @ Tłı̨chǫ Friendship Centre

For more information, please contact Joe Erasmus at the Tłı̨chǫ Friendship Centre @ 867-392-6000

Bring your own sewing projects. Purses, wallets or cardholders can be made.

• Refreshments provided. 
• 10 seat limit - 9 Sessions - Sign-Up Required 
• This program will run for 3 months. January 23, 30, February 6, 13, 27, March 6, 13, 20 and 27. 

For more information, contact
Irene Lafferty
Youth & Elder Support Worker
T: 867-392-6381
E: [email protected] 

Every Thursdays @ 7PM-9PM

(Until the end of March) at the Tłı̨chǫ Friendship Centre

For more information, please contact Christine Smith at the Tłı̨chǫ Friendship Centre @ 867-392-6000

Let's go Gamètì! - Ready to kick your habits and feel your best?

Join our 30-Day QUIT & FIT CHALLENGE and take the first step toward a healthier, happier you! We’ll set you up with simple, effective starter kits to help you stay on track—no stress, no pressure just progress.

Don't let doubt hold you back—commit to 30 days and see the difference for yourself. Small steps can lead to big changes, and we’ll be with you every step of the way.

You’ve got this! Sign up today and start your transformation.

Join the program and you'll get:

• Health & Wellness Starter Kit 
• Healthy Tips & Recipes
• QUIT Smoking Plans
• Prizes & Rewards
• Weekly Weigh-ins
• Group Support & Fun

Deadline to Enter: March 28

SIGN UP TODAY

Contact:
Pamela Quitte
Community Youth & Elder Support Worker 
Call: 867-997-3074
Email: [email protected] 

For more information, contact
Department of Healing & Community Wellness
T: 867-392-6381 ext. 1371
E: [email protected] 
 

Individual/Group counselling services will be provided by our local elders. They will be available during the specified hours of operation.

Therese Nasken
Mondays, Wednesdays & Thursdays @ 10:00a.m to 4:00p.m. 
 

Joe Erasmus
Tuesdays @ 10AM to 04PM - Fridays @ 11:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m.

Please be advised that operating hours and dates are subject to change without prior notice.

The Healthy Babies Healthy Families Program supports and provides information to expecting mothers, postnatal, and children ages 0-6.

This program provides opportunity for families to come together and engage in baking/cooking, craft, child development, and Tłı̨chǫ way of life activities

Mon & Wed programs: 9a.m.-5p.m. | Tues & Thurs programs: 5p.m.-8p.m.

For more information, or to book parenting sessions, please contact 
Caroline Jeremick'ca
Phone: 867 573-3012 Ext: 1405
Email: [email protected]

Healthy Families Program is offering Healthy Cooking & Craft Classes for Pre/ Postnatal Families, Care Givers, & Grandparents with Children 6yrs and under.

We provide Healthy snacks for each class. Parents that want to participate in the Programs can call or text or drop by at Charlie Charlo Center

For more information, you can contact Kary Lynn Lafferty at 867-392-2742 or 
Email me at [email protected] 

The Enrolment Division of the Client Services Department encourages all Tłı̨chǫ Citizens to update their permanent addresses with the Enrollment Coordinator from November 1, 2024, to March 31, 2025.

Application:

You can find citizen address update forms at all Tłı̨chǫ Government offices. To access the application, scan the QR code or visit the link: https://tlicho.ca/government/client-services/enrolment to get the Tłı̨chǫ Citizen address update form.

Contact:

To apply, submit your applications to the Enrolment Coordinator at Tłı̨chǫ Government, Client Services in Behchokǫ̀. Email: [email protected] Telephone: (867)-392-1700 ext.1708

Tłı̨chǫ Citizens who have not updated their permanent address in their citizenship file are encouraged to contact the Enrolment Coordinator to ensure that their current address is accurately recorded.

For more information, contact:

Justine Knapton-Pain,
Manager of Tłı̨chǫ Registrar & Post-Secondary
Department of Client Services
T: (867)-392-1700 ext 1706  
E: [email protected]

Location: Charlie Charlo Building

Contact # 492-4665 / 392-2742

The Tłı̨chǫ Friendship Centre is seeking a strong, community-driven leader to serve as our Executive Director. This position is open only to Tłı̨chǫ citizens living in Behchokǫ̀, Whati, Gamèti, Wekweeti, or Yellowknife.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the organization 
• Oversee programs services, and staff management 
• Secure funding through grants, proposals, and partnerships 
• Ensure financial accountability and sustainability
• Build strong relationships with government, funders, and community partners
• Advocate forthe needs of the Tłı̨chǫ people and ensure programs align with cultural values

Education & Qualifications:

• Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Social Services, Indigenous Studies, Public Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum 5 years of experience in leadership, program management, or community development
• Strong financial management and grant-writing skills
• Knowledge of Tłı̨chǫ culture, govemance, and community needs
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Application Deadline: MARCH 31ST, 5:00 PM

Send your RESUME and portfolio:
[email protected] 

For more information: Contact
Nora at (867)-222-5093

The Tłı̨chǫ Government in partnership with WSP is pleased to create a fixed term, full-time summer student internship at WSP.

This position is 16 weeks in duration, starting on May 20, 2025 and ending August 29, 2025. The position is based in Yellowknife, NT.

The summer intern will be assigned a mentor who will grow the intern's learning about environmental consulting services, data collection, data entry, project management and communications.

Supported by a WSP assigned mentor, the intern will assist technical teams with document management, data collection and related data entry, and will participate in field work at the Giant Mine Remediation Project site.

Requirements:

The successful candidate will have the following:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Is currently enrolled in or has just graduated from a post secondary degree or diploma program in environmental science or a related field
• Communications skills, both written and verbal, in English
• A career interest in environmental science and in collecting and analyzing data to better understand scientific changes on the land
• Working knowledge of MS Office (Excel, Word, Power Point)
• Ability to work in a team structure and independently
• The candidate must be a member of the Tłı̨chǫ Nation and be an NWT Resident

Additional assets for the successful candidate will include:

• Some previous work experience in mining or environmental related monitoring projects or in related post secondary coursework
• Experience using SharePoint

HOW TO APPLY:

Resumés are to be submitted to [email protected] 
no later than 5:00 pm on Wednesday, April 2nd.
Only the candidates selected for an interview will be contacted by WSP.

DEADLINE TO APPLY: 5:00 pm MT - Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025.

The Community Government of Behchokǫ̀ (CGB) is planning to expand the community north of Rae, including a residential development and combined school. Initial investigations have been conducted, focussing on future growth and community planning.

THE PROJECT
Join us to learn more about this exciting project, including:

• Overview of work completed to date, including the results of the community survey and the final geotechnical survey.
• Updates on the planning process and future steps for development.
• Opportunities to give detailed feedback on the proposed expansion and development.
• Q&A session to address any questions or concerns from the community.

COMMUNITY MEETING
When: Wednesday, April 2, 2025 6:00 pm 
Where: Kò Gocho Sportsplex Centre 

• Dinner will be served, followed by the presentation.
• Activities for kids will be available during the meeting.
• Lucky draws for adults to win exciting prizes!

Your feedback is important - this is your chance to help shape the future of Behchokǫ̀ We look forward to seeing you there!

For more information, contact:
Jennifer Taylor, Senior Planner
Associated Engineering | [email protected] | 306.808.3117

Theme: What visitors see in my community 

• COLOURING ART WORK
• PHOTOGRAPHY
• VIDEO
• WRITTEN WORDS

Entry Form:  Tourism_Week_Art_Contest_Entry_Form_fillable.pdf

Who Can Enter: 
Youth 25 years old or younger living in the Northwest Territories.

What is the Deadline: 
The contest closes at midnight, April 9, 2025.

Winners will be announced on April 11, 2025.

What’s this For:
To celebrate tourism and recognize the important part it plays in the Northwest Territories economy.

What Do We Win?
We’ve some great prizes up for grabs including art supplies, gift certificates and camera accessories.

Where Do I Send in My Photo(s)/Artwork/videos?
Entries can be submitted in person at your local Tłı̨chǫ Government/GNWT Office or via email:

Behchokǫ: [email protected] 
Gamètì: [email protected] 
Wekweètì: [email protected] 
Whatì: [email protected] 

Form more information contact:

Diane Lafferty
1st Floor Nishi Khon Centre
Donda Tili - Behchoko
E: [email protected] 
T: 867-392.6941

Get ready for a weekend of fun, games, and community spirit at our annual Spring Carnival from April 11-13, 2025, in Behchokǫ̀, NT! 

From outdoor activities to cultural celebrations, there’s something for everyone. Stay tuned for event details and schedules—this is a weekend you won’t want to miss!

Nomination Open 

The First Nations Major Project Coalition is a national 170+ collective group of First Nations made up of elected councils, hereditary Chiefs, Tribal Councils and Development Corporations, who have made the decision to come together to advance our shared interests of participating, and where appropriate gaining equity positions in the major projects taking place in our territories.

At the Coalition, we believe that economic opportunities must go hand in hand with environmental stewardship which is why we also provide technical support to First Nations in conducting impact assessments and environmental reviews in accordance with their laws and values. We are paving the way for a brighter future in this country – one that will bring about positive outcomes in terms of Indigenous peoples having a greater role in the economy and in terms of the environmental legacies we will leave for the enjoyment of our future generations.

COMING UP:

The 8th Annual FNMPC Conference: Valuing Reconciliation in Global Markets

Learn More: https://fnmpc.ca/conference/



 

• Focusing on established rules and customs that have been passed down from generation to generation.
• Learning the correct performance for prayer songs, taking part in community drum dances, feeding of the fire, and traditionally managing the drums during handgames and drumming performances and, to share stories.
• To keep the DRUMBEAT going and COMMUNITY dancing and
  RESPECT for one another.

Guided by an elder, alongside a lead drummer and a handgame player.

• Where: Tłı̨chǫ Friendship Centre
• Starting: March 6th,2025 (Till end of April)
• When: Every Thursdays between 5:00 P.M. TO 09:00 P.M.

We would love for all the handgames players and drummers to join in the fun! And for those aged 8 to 12, you're welcome to come and hang out and enjoy the show!

For more information, please contact Marvin Apples at the Tłı̨chǫ Friendship Centre @ 867-392-6000 or Email: [email protected] 

Nominations for the Kristine McLeod Emerging Indigenous Leader Award are now open until April 30, 2025

The Kristine McLeod Emerging Indigenous Leader Award recognizes young Indigenous NWT residents who demonstrate exceptional initiative and commitment to the principles of public service and leadership within the community, territorial, federal, or Indigenous government.

Nominees should be Indigenous NWT residents who are in the early stages of their career (between five and ten years) with a community, territorial, federal, or Indigenous government; or have been recently elected to a leadership position with a community, territorial, federal, or Indigenous government.

Nomination Deadline: April 30, 2025

For more information and the nomination form visit:

www.fin.gov.nt.ca/en/KristineMcLeodAward

Department Of Healing & Community Wellness
Elder Sharing Circle

A safe space for Elders to share concerns, solutions, and everyday experiences, learn from each other, laugh together, build trust, respect, patience, and form a support network.

Every Wednesday Staring March 12, 2025

"In a Sharing Circle, no one is in front of you, no one is behind you, no one is above you and no one is below you."

For more information, please contact:

Healing & Community Wellness
T: (867) 392 6381 ext. 1371 
E: [email protected]
E: [email protected] 

Tłı̨chǫ Youth are invited to learn the art of drumming and explore its deep connection to the Tłı̨chǫ culture.

• Time: 5:00-7:30p.m.
• When: Every Wednesday
• Where: Wellness Trailer 619

For more information, please contact:

Doreen Nitsiza
Social Wellness Coordinator
E: [email protected]
T: 867-573-3012 ext. 1425

Western Arctic Marine Training Centre

Small Vessel Operator Proficiency & Small Domestic Vessel Basic Safety Courses

What You’ll Gain:

• Gain skills for operating small commercial vessels.
• Hands-on training and certified instruction.
• Manage workboats, passenger vessels, and fishing vessels safely.
• Receive Transport Canada-recognized certifications.
• Fully funded by Transport Canada — free for eligible participants.

Ready to Register?

Cost: Free for Northern residents, Indigenous peoples, and women

Course: May 12-16, 2025 (9am-4pm daily),

Location: 700 Orah Tili, Aurora College Learning Center, Ndilǫ

Application Deadline: May 2, 2025

Download: WAMTC Application Form - CommunityBased PDF 

Email: [email protected] 

Phone: (867) 874-2358

Ekwǫ̀ Nàxoèhdee K’è - Boots on the Ground program is looking for people to work as caribou monitors on the barrenlands in July, August and September. The job requires working two or three weeks at one of our camps at Kokètì, Deèzàatì or Ek'atì.

Please apply if you are interested in the following roles (resume and cover letter will strengthen your application). 

Indicate clearly the position you are applying for.

Available positions

• Elder (do not need resume)
• Bear monitor (need proof of certifications or take the training)
• Boat driver (need proof of certifications or take the training)
• Camp helper (need proof of certifications or take the training)
• Cook (camp cook certificate is preferred)
• Research assistant
• Researcher (previous research experience is required)
• Youth (age 18-23 as of July 1 2025)

Deadline to apply: May 15, 2025

Send your resume to:Tyanna Steinwand, Manager, Research Operations
Department of Culture and Lands Protection – Behchokǫ̀ Office
Kǫ̀ Gocho Sportsplex Centre | Tłı ̨ chǫ Government
Phone: 867-392-6381 ext. 1357 | Fax: 867-392-6406
Email: [email protected] | Email is preferred

Seeking Youth ages 14-19 from the Tłı̨chǫ Region

Come join our team! The Future Guardians Program is an opportunity for Tłı̨chǫ Youth to learn first-hand from Elders and Monitors at our Ekwǫ̀ Nàxoèhdee K’è Camps in the barren lands. Our team will be delivering the program at 2 of our camp locations for 10 days. This is a great opportunity for youth to experience and learn about the barren lands, cultural practices, research methods and so much more!!

CAMPS WILL BE HELD AUGUST 2025 (2 LOCATIONS) - Exact dates TBA

DOWNLOAD PDF: FGP 2025 - PARTICIPANT APPLICATION.pdf

DEADLINE TO APPLY JUNE 15, 2025

For more Information

Janelle Nitsiza, Research Coordinator, Research Operations
Department of Culture and Lands Protection | Tłı̨chǫ Government
Phone: 867-444-3113 Email: [email protected] | Email is preferred