UPCOMING EVENTS

This course is designed for new drivers, focusing on building a solid foundation of driving habits, attitude, and skills to become a safe and cooperative driver.

Course information:

• April 28 to May 14, 2025. 
• 15 seats available. 
• Must be a Tłı̨chǫ Citizen. 
• Application Deadline April 14, 2025

Contact Information:

Elizabeth Vasik
Career Development Coordinator
Tel: 867-392-1700 Ext: 1710
Email: [email protected] 

Francis Shed 
Career Development Coordinator
Tel: 867-392-1700 Ext: 1712
Email: [email protected] 

Fifth discussion session of the 2025 Behchokǫ̀ youth forum 
A forum provides opportunities for youth members to gather and share ideas on how to create positive change in our community.

• Open to youth
• Ages 14 - 29
• Food will be provided
• Door prizes will be won!

Youth First, Youth Voice

For more information, please contact

Marvin at the Tłı̨chǫ Friendship Centre
Tel: 867-392-6000
Email: [email protected] 

Healing through traditional & spiritual practices

Whitefish is available for traditional Tłı̨chǫ Easter weekend dinner.

• When: Thursday, April 17th
• Time: 1:00 -5:00 PM
• Where: Wellness Office, Behchokǫ̀

For more information contact:

Department of Healing & Community Wellness
Tel: 867-392-6381 ext. 1371
Email: [email protected] 

All government offices, schools and daycare will be closed on Good Friday April 18 and Easter Monday April 21, 2025. 

Ekwǫ̀ t'à Ts'eeda Weghǫǫ Ełexègots'edo 
(Sharing Stories About Caribou Our Source of Life) 
MAY 6-8, 2025 - Behchokǫ̀, NT

Department of Culture & Lands Protection is hosting a gathering focused on Ekwǫ̀ (Caribou). We are looking for Tłı̨chǫ YOUTH and HARVESTERS to attend this 3 day event.

• Youth: ages 18-30
• Harvesters: ages 30+

Tłı̨chǫ Youth and Harvesters residing in Behchokǫ̀, Whatì, Gamètì, Wekweètì or Sombak'è are encouraged to apply!

Those selected will be notified after deadline. 
To apply contact Jocelyn or Janelle
Deadline: April 18, 2025

Download PDF: Application for Youth & Harvesters (Fillable).PDF

Ready to apply? Contact us at:

Jocelyn Zoe 
Tel: 867-688-9894
Email: [email protected] 

Janelle Nitsiza
Tel: 867-444-3113
Email: [email protected] 

Kids Painting & Easter Crafts!

Families are invited to join us for an evening of fun, creativity, and a special surprise visit from the Easter Bunny!
(be sure to bring your phone to capture the magic!)

Snacks and beverages will be provided.

For more information, please contact:

Keaira Magrum
Social/Wellness Program Coordinator
Ph: 867-713-2511 ext. 1608
E: [email protected] 

The GNWT will be providing an update on the Dehk’è Frank Channel Bridge Replacement project, and how resident input has been addressed.

NOTES

• Two similar sessions are scheduled, you can attend one or both.
• Interpretation services will be available.

For questions or more info, contact [email protected] 

Grief is a journey one that no one should walk alone.

Whether you've lost a loved one, experienced a major life change, or are supporting someone through their grief, this workshop is for you.

What you'll learn?

• Understanding grief & how it affects us
• Healthy coping strategies to navigate loss
• The impact of grief on mental health
• How to support yourself & others through difficult times

Lunch & Refreshments Provided

For Registration, any questions or concerns please contact:

Moreen: 
Ph: 867-686-1349
E: [email protected] 

Declaration of Civic Holiday

Today, being April 02, 2025 | hear by declare that Friday, April 25, 2025 will be a half day civic holiday in support of the Wekweètì Carnival starting on the 25th till the 27th.

The Tłı̨chǫ Assembly is the law-making authority for the Tłı̨chǫ Government. It is made up of the Tłı̨chǫ Grand Chief plus the Chiefs and two members from each of the four communities. They will gather on this date to review the various policies and needs of each community.

April 24-25, 2025 
Community Government Hall
Gamètì, NT

For information, contact:

Henry Zoe, Senior Director
Governance Tłı̨chǫ Ndek'àowo / Tłı̨chǫ Government
Tel: 867-766-4003 ext 1004
www.tlicho.ca 

Get ready for a weekend of fun, games, and community spirit at our annual Spring Carnival April 25, 2025, in Whatì, NT! 

In honour of this joyous tradition, Chief Alfonz Nitsiza of the Community Government of Whatì also announced that April 25, 2025 will be the Spring Carnival Weekend Civic Holiday from (12:00p.m.) noon to 5pm, so all can participate.

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!

Find all the information you need to know to vote in the 2025 federal election. You will learn whether you are registered to vote, where to vote, what your riding is, who the candidates in your riding are, and more.

https://www.elections.ca/

The 2025 Canadian federal election will be held on April 28 to elect members of the House of Commons to the 45th Canadian Parliament. The writs of election were issued on March 23, 2025, after Governor General Mary Simon accepted a request to dissolve parliament from Prime Minister Mark Carney. This will be the first election to use a new 343-seat electoral map based on the 2021 Canadian census

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/



 

Nominations for the Community Governments Election will be open on April 28, 2025 and close on May 12, 2025 at 3pm. 

For assistance or more information, please contact:

Chief Municipal Electoral Officer (CMEO): Lorie Fyfe 

Phone: (867) 767-9165 ext. 21085

Fax: (867) 873-0584

[email protected]

Download:
Tłı̨chǫ Community Governments - 2025 Election Count-down Calendar: Behchokǫ̀, Gamètì, Wekweètì, Whatì - PDF

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] 

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

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] 

• 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] 

March/April 2025 Activities On Tłı̨chǫ Lands

Airborne Geological Surveys: Russell Lake Area and close to the community of Behchokǫ̀ to better understand rocks in the area.

• work will take place starting March 26, 2025 and continuing in April.
• this means community members will see and hear planes flying around the area

Comments or questions? 

Please contact Tammy Steinwand-Deschambeault at [email protected] or [email protected] 

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

Mon & Wed programs: 9am-5pm | Tues & Thurs programs: 5pm-8pm

For more information, or to book parenting sessions, please contact

Caroline Jeremick'ca
Phone: 867 573-3012 Ext: 1405
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

Report your Harvest!

If you missed out on reporting your harvest while hunting at Mackay Lake, now is your chance to get your name put into a draw for a $500 prepaid VISA

There will be two more prizes of $500 prepaid VISA

Deadline: May 1, 2025

Contact Max Zoe to report:
Ph: 867-447-0441
*you can report multiple times, if you went hunting 2 or 3 times that can also reported, each report is a separate entry*
 

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

The Department of Healing & Community Wellness in collaboration with the Tłı̨chǫ Friendship Centre is pleased to offer youth ages 8-12

DRUMMING LESSONS & HANDGAMES PRACTICE - YOUTH AGES 8-12

Tłı̨chǫ Youth are invited to explore the traditions of handgames and drumming, and discover their deep connection to Tłı̨chǫ culture through practice, rhythm, and play.

• Time: 5:00-9:00p.m.
• When: Every Thursday - April 17 to May 8
• Where: Tłı̨chǫ Friendship Centre
• Community: Behchokǫ̀

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.

For more information, please contact:

Betty Beaverho
Youth & Elder Support Worker
E: [email protected] 
Ph: 867-392-6381 ext. 1371

Marvin Apples
Tłı̨chǫ Friendship Centre 
E: [email protected]
Ph: 867-392-6000 

Calling all young water leaders in the NWT!

The 2025-2026 NWT Youth Water Stewardship and Mentorship Grant Program is now accepting applications! If you're 18-30 years old and passionate about protecting our waters, this is your chance to lead a community project or event that makes a real impact.

FUNDING: 

• Up to $1,000 for short-term community events
• Up to $3,500 for larger community projects

APPLICATION FORM:

• Youth Mentorship Grant Form_2025-26 Fillable.PDF 

Work with a mentor and grow your leadership skills

For more information visit : https://www.gov.nt.ca/ecc/en/Youth-Water-Grant

The deadline to apply is May 9, 2025. Don't miss this chance to make a difference in your community!

A Nonviolent Crisis Intervention workshop equips participants with skills to safely prevent and de-escalate challenging behaviour, focusing on respectful, non-harmful strategies that prioritise the safety and dignity of everyone involved.

• When: May 14-15, 2025 (MUST commit to 2 full days)
• Time: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
• Where: Whati, Culture Centre

Lunch, Snacks and Beverages Provided

*Registration Required

Turning conflict into calm, with confidence and care.

For more information and to register, please contact:

Debbie Simpson
T: 867-573-3012 or 1426
E: [email protected] 

Community Government Election – Nomination Close 

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

The Water Strategy Indigenous Steering Committee and the Department of Environment and Climate Change are launching the NWT Water Stewardship Award.

Following the success of last year's inaugural award, we are excited to once again honour outstanding individuals or organizations, from across the NWT who are making a positive contribution to the water stewardship in the North. 

This award recognizes those who are dedicated to ensuring that NWT waters remain clean, abundant and productive for all time. Water sustains life and ecosystems, and, through this award, we celebrate the individuals or organizations whose exceptional contributions inspire others to take action.  

Here are some key details about the NWT Water Stewardship Award:

Award Criteria: A nominee must meet one or more of the following criteria that contribute to the vision and goals of the NWT Water Strategy:

• Displayed leadership in water stewardship initiatives.
• Demonstrated passion, commitment and accomplishments that have contributed to the long-term sustainability of water ecosystems in the NWT.
• Contributed to knowledge sharing through their work. This could include mentoring, training or relationship building.
• New Category:  We are excited to introduce a new category this year to recognize youth (under 30) leadership in water stewardship efforts. NWT youth leaders making a difference in their communities are encouraged to be nominated for this special category.

Nomination Process: We encourage everyone to participate by nominating deserving individuals, organizations or youth (under 30) who have made a significant contribution to water stewardship in the NWT.

Supporting Documentation: Nominators are encouraged to provide supporting documentation such as project information, reports, testimonials or photographs that showcase the nominee’s contributions to water stewardship.

Important Dates:

• Deadline: May 22, 2025
• Award announcement: The recipients of the NWT Water Stewardship Award will be announced at the 16^th Annual NWT Water Stewardship Strategy Implementation Workshop.

The Award Nomination Form: 2025 Water Stewardship Award Form.PDF

We invite you to join us in celebrating these exceptional water stewards who have dedicated their time, expertise and passion to preserve and protect our invaluable water ecosystems.

For more information, please contact  [email protected]

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

Beginner and intermediate classes - Conversation, Reading & Writing

April 14th to June 20th
Lunchtime, Daytime, and Evening Classes

Online via Zoom
In-person at Collège Nordique

Open to any Tłı̨chǫ citizens
All ages welcome

REGISTER:
E: [email protected]  
Ph: 867-322-4009

Please watch for office and daycare closures on Monday June 23, 2025

ENTRY FEE:
$2250.00 per team - ($250.00 per player)

AGE:
16 years and older (1 youth optional; 14 years and older, if youth is turning 14 by the end of the year, proof of age is needed)

TEAM:
8 Players + 1 alternate

REGISTRATION DEADLINE:
June 27, 2025 @ 10am

TO REGISTER:
Kerry Ann Franki-Romie at (867) 688-1805
Susan Simpson at (867) 445-9831

$15,000.00 FISHING DERBY 

JUNE 26, 2025

Detailed Poster will be shared as the day gets closer

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