Upcoming Events

Road Test will be on June 22, 2023
Application Deadline: May 29, 2023

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

• Be 16 years of age and older
• Have your Class 7 Drivers' License for a Year
• Complete the Client Intake application
• Complete a Driver Examination Form
• One hour/per day of driving instructions

Applications are now available for the 2023 Trails of our Ancestors Canoe Trip

The annual canoe trip is a great opportunity for people to spend time on the land while learning about Tłı̨chǫ Language, Culture, and Way of Life.

Paddlers will travel the routes used by Tłı̨chǫ Ancestors for thousands of years.  The trip is a great way to connect with your past and learn cultural knowledge that you too can pass on in the future.

Please submit your application in person to your Community Director or email it to trails.applications@tlicho.ca  

Important dates:

• The deadline to apply is May 29^th, 2023.
• Wekweètı̀ trip is leaving June 25^th.  All other community trips leaving June 29^th.
• All trips will arrive in Gamètı̀ on July 9^th for the Annual Gathering.

DOWNLOAD PDF APPLICATION: 2023 Trails of our Ancestors Application_April 2023 final (FILABLE).pdf

Additional information:

Out of respect for the land and the safety of all people on the trip, this program has a zero-tolerance policy for drug and alcohol use.

You must be 19 or older to apply for the trip, however as an adult, you can apply as a team with a person under 19.  You will be responsible for the safety and well-being of that person on the trip.

If you are selected for the trip, you will need to attend 3 safety and planning events before the trip leaves.

You can apply as a Paddler, or if you have experience, you can apply as a K’àowo, Crew Boss or Safety Staff.

The program can support 10 boats (60 people) from Behchokǫ̀, 5 boats (30 people) from Whatı̀, 3 boats (18 people) from Gamètı̀ and 3 boats (18 people) from Wekweètı̀ to participate on the trip. 

A mix of experienced paddlers and first-timers will be selected in early June. 

Charter flights will be available for paddlers at the end of the Annual Gathering.

For more information, contact kerrylee.rabesca@tlicho.ca or treeva.richardson@tlicho.ca

The Department of Client Services is offering Wills & Estates planning for Tłı̨chǫ Citizens in Whatì the week of June 05 to June 09, 2023.

Requirements:

• Clients for Wills MUST complete a Will Questionnaire Form
• Clients for Estates application MUST complete a Family History Form, attaching the deceased's Will (*if there is one)

Forms:

• Form 0.0 Will Questionnaire Fillable .pdf
• Form 1.0 Family History Form Fillable.pdf
   

Once forms are completed and submitted to Client Services, an appointment to meet with the lawyer will be booked

Contact for application in What:
Leanne Moosenose
Administrative Assistant
Tel: 867-573-3012 Ext: 1401
Email: Leanne.Moosenose@tlicho.ca

For Tłı̨chǫ Citizens living in Behchokǫ̀, Wekweèti & Gamèti you can submit an application for tentative Wills & Estates planning. Citizens that submit an application will be notified about dates.

If you would like to be on the list for Wills & estates planning, please complete the Application Form and submit to enrolment@tlicho.ca

Jacynthia Rabesca,
Tłı̨chǫ Yati Programs Coordinator
Department of Culture and Lands Protection
Phone: (867) 392-6381 Ext. 1344
Email: Jacynthia.Rabesca@tlicho.ca 
Behchokò DCLP Office

You're invited to participate in the Tłı̨chǫ Business, Career & Post Secondary Open House. 

Sessions will be held in all four communities, each month at the Behchokǫ̀ Sportsplex Gym, Whatì Youth Centre, Gamètì Community Hall, and the Wekweètì Youth Centre.

For more information contact:

• Apprenticeship - apprentice@tlicho.ca
• Career Development - career@tlicho.ca
• Economic Development - edo@tlicho.ca
• Enrolment - enrolment@tlicho.ca
• Post-Secondary Program - post.secondary@tlicho.ca
• Victim Services - victim.services@tlicho.ca
• Justice - whati.justice@tlicho.ca -  behchoko.justice@tlicho.ca

TWO POSITION BOARD MEMBER – DIRECTOR PUBLIC HOUSING PROGRAM 

May 16, 2023

Behchoko Ko Gha K’aodee is accepting applications for two (2) new directors.

Responsibilities of a Director on an LHO Board

When a person agrees to accept a position on a Board of Directors, the person agrees to be a member of a group of individuals responsible for the overall administration of the LHO.

Board members must understand that they:

• Hold a position of trust and must act honestly and in good faith.
• Must not let personal interests or the interests of a third party conflict with the interest of the LHO.
• Have a duty to make decisions and implement policies that are in the best interest of the LHO and all of its members.
• Have legal responsibilities and obligations.
• Must act to make informed decisions and enact policies in the best interest of the LHO.

Board meetings are held once a month.

If you are interested, please stop by the housing office to pick up an application form, complete and drop off your application at the Local Housing Office or fax it to 867-392-6133 or via email at rogers_otikor@gov.nt.ca 

The closing date for Applications will be June 7, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.

Tłı̨chǫ Government invites all suitably qualified candidates to apply for the Controller position.

Tłı̨chǫ Government is committed to attracting and recruiting the best possible candidates for available positions. The principles of fairness, qualifications and Tłı̨chǫ citizenship guide the hiring of Tłı̨chǫ Government employees.

OUTLINE OF THE POSITION:

The Controller is accountable for overseeing and managing the financial systems, operations and activities of the Tłı̨chǫ Government including implementing financial policies and procedures maintaining and upgrading the computerized financial systems and overseeing internal controls, accounts payable and receivable, payroll and travel functions, and responsible for assisting the Director of Corporate Services with overall financial management including budgeting, financial analysis and reporting and completing the annual audit.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

The Controller is expected to have the following educational background, work experience and skills:

• University degree in a related discipline (i.e. Finance or Accounting) or an equivalent level of training from an accredited accounting program (i.e. CGA, CMA) with three to five years of directly related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Preferably holds a Financial or Accounting designation such as a CGA, CA or CMA
• Very good problem-solving skills
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills and the ability to work as a team member
• Ability to oversee the activities of several employees and to oversee financial management and planning systems and budgetary processes
• The ability to speak the Tłı̨chǫ language is an asset
• Familiarity with the Tłı̨chǫ language, culture and way of life

To apply, submit your cover letter and resume or for a copy of the job description, email; hr@tlicho.ca

Qualifications

• Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills
• Holds a valid Class 5 driver's license
• Works independently and has the ability to prioritize tasks
• Excellent organizational skills
• Very good interpersonal and communications skills and willingness to work as a member of a team
• Ability to speak the Tłı̨chǫ, language is an asset
• Familiarity with the Tłı̨chǫ language, culture and way of life is an asset

Please submit a resume with current references and a cover letter to hr@tlicho.ca 
 

Contact Information

Tyanna Steinwand, Manager of Research Operations
Department of Culture & Lands Protection
Behchoko DCLP Office
Phone: 867-392-6381 ext. 1357
Email tyanna.steinwand@tlicho.ca

What Presence Office will be taking names for MINOR HOME REPAIRS:

• Steps for repair/replacement
• Garbage bin replacement

If you are a Homeowner and would like to sign up, contact WPO at

(867) 573-3012 and leave your name, contact details and choice of minor repair.

Its not too often that we express our love and thank our Father's for all that they do, write your Father a poem or message in Tłı̨chǫ Yatıì.

1. Write your message or poem to your Father/Grandfather/Guardian whomever you consider to be your "Father" in Tłı̨chǫ Yatıì be creative, artistic and make it look beautiful!
2. Must have at least 10 (ten) words to be considered to be entered for a draw to win a prize

You are encouraged to put it in a card format or just on a one-page sheet.

Open to all Tłı̨chǫ Citizens in Behchoko, Whati, Gameti, Wekweeti & Soombak'e.

Deadline for Submissions is Thursday, June 15th at 3 p.m.

10 Prizes in Total; 2 Prizes per Community. There will be a draw for the prizes.
Prizes brought to you by ArTech Engrave & Kassandra's Beaded Creations.

Forward entry submission to:

Jacynthia Rabesca, Tłı̨chǫ Yatıì Programs Coordinator
Department of Culture and Lands Protection
Phone: (867) 392-6381 Ext. 1344 
Email: Jacynthia.Rabesca@tlicho.ca

OUTLINE OF POSITION:

The Custodian is responsible for performing custodial duties, minor maintenance and other miscellaneous duties in order to ensure that community buildings and facilities are maintained in a healthy, safe and sanitary manner, and reports to the Community Director.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• Related work experience
• Standard First Aid with CPR and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System
  (WHMIS) Certificates (and may note, there's room for training as required)
• Ability to work as a team and work under minimal supervision as required
• Ability to read and understand labels and instructions and solve work-related issues
• Knowledge of cleaning products, equipment, chemicals, and procedures
• The ability to speak English and Ticho languages is an asset
• Familiarity with the Ticho language, culture, and way of life

To apply, send your resume, cover letter's optional &/or for Job Description; hr@tlicho.ca

CBC's Indigenous Pathways to Journalism program is entering its second year in Yellowknife.

This is a paid, full-time, 9-month learning and development opportunity that will support seven First Nations, Inuit or Métis candidates to hone their skills as storytellers in CBC/Radio-Canada newsrooms. Read more: https://lnkd.in/gy8GAUPt

Indigenous Pathways provides journalism training, career development support, and work experience.

Applicants do not require journalism education or experience to apply.

In this program, participants will:

• Develop skills and tools for advancing a career in journalism
• Explore multi-platform storytelling through writing, images and sound
• Create stories that connect with Indigenous audiences and reflect diverse perspectives
• Grow relationships with, and be supported by, mentors, trainers, peers, and Indigenous CBC colleagues
• Work in journalism, gaining valuable professional experience

CBC Indigenous Pathways is for you if:

• You are an aspiring First Nations, Inuit or Métis journalist
• You have a deep interest in multimedia storytelling
• You are connected to your community and passionate about its stories
• You want to gain practical, hands-on experience working in a CBC newsroom

Yellowknife application form:
https://lnkd.in/g9ESKGqN

Apply via the link or contact karl.johnston@cbc.ca for more information.

WANT TO BE A PART OF ĮMBÈ?

* PLEASE APPLY WITH US

• Behchoko - 2 Team Leaders // 12 Participants
• Whati - 1 Team Leader // 6 Participants
• Gamèti - 1 Team Leader // 6 Participants
• Wekweèti - 1 Team Leader // 6 Participants

APPLICATION DOWNLOAD: Tlicho Imbe Employment (Fillable) Application 2023.pdf

For more information contact: 

Lydiah Rabesca
DCLP Imbe Support
Lydiah.rabesca@tlicho.ca

Samantha Migwi
Imbè Program Manager
Samantha.migwi@tlicho.ca

Step 1 - Apply to CILLDI and get accepted

Step 2 - Submit your Acceptance Letter and Transcript (if you are a returning student)

For more information visit: https://www.ualberta.ca/canadian-indigenous-languages-and-literacy-development-institute/index.html
 

Contact:
Jacynthia Rabesca, Tłı̨chǫ Yatı Programs Coordinator
Department of Culture and Lands Protection
Phone: (867) 392-6381 Ext. 1344
Email: Jacynthia.Rabesca@tlicho.ca  
Behchokǫ̀ DCLP Office

English, Math and more!

Available through Community Learning Centres

Courses run August 28 - December 15, 2023

Whether you want to upgrade to enrol in further education, start an apprenticeship, qualify for a job or achieve personal goals, we can help you reach your goals!

Eligibility:

• 17 vears of age or older
• Placement assessment test may be required

Apply by June 30, 2023

 

For more information:

Contact your local Community Learning Centre
Darla Rabesca CAE Whati Community Leaming Centre
Phone: 867-573-3084
drabesca@auroracollege.nt.ca

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