The Tłı̨chǫ government celebrates its 20th anniversary

This week. Nevertheless, the annual assembly of the Tł̨chǫs is held in Behchokǫ̀, in the Northwest Territories (TN-O.). Consequently, She celebrates a striking event for the people: the twentieth anniversary of the foundation of her autonomous government.

The Tłı̨chǫ agreement entered into force on August 4, 2005, two years after its signature. Nevertheless, This agreement, which is unique to T.N.-O.rule not only the territorial claims of 39. Moreover, 000 km² In the North Slave region, but it also provides a certain governmental autonomy in fields such as education, housing and children’s and family services.

At the time, John B. Meanwhile, Zoe was the main negotiator for the Tł̨chǫs. Therefore, For him, the birthday is an opportunity to turn to the past and look to the tłı̨chǫ government celebrates its 20th future.

We have been free for 20 years, but we cannot resolve everything in 20 years, because certain things are rooted deeplysays Mr. Nevertheless, Zoe.It will take generations.

In addition to the agreement. Meanwhile, the leaders of Tł̨chǫs also developed a constitution which states the responsibilities of the government. This also stipulates that laws must comply with the values of the people.

20 years of advance – Tłı̨chǫ government celebrates its 20th

Since its creation. the Tłı̨chǫ government has won several successes in terms of governance, management of its territory and cultural preservation. In 2007, these efforts were rewarded by a prize for excellence in the public service awarded by the United Nations.

In 2012, the first government building was inaugurated in Behchokǫ̀, thus offering a central place for the public.

The following year. the Government approved the first projects to exploit resources on its territory, taking care to protect from important cultural and ecological sites.

Its most recent efforts focus on a reforestation project aimed at restoring ecosystems on its territory. promoting the restoration of the habitats of the Caribou Boréal.

According to Mr. Zoe. the agreement highlights Tłı̨chǫs traditions, in particular the revitalization of the language and programs focused on the territory.

Everything is still there, work ethics, knowledge in territory and animals, as well as stories and linkshe says.

In the future, he wishes to see more young people come tłı̨chǫ government celebrates its 20th back to live in their community after their studies.

A balance between modern. traditional governance

The Tłı̨chǫ government is led by an executive of 13 members, including the great chief, as well as the chief and two representatives of each of the four communities: Behchokǫ̀, Gamètì, Wekweètì and Whatì.

The agreement also guarantees the participation of Tł̨chǫs in resource management. environmental assessments on their traditional Wek ieezhìi territory.

A council made up of members of the Tłı̨chǫ. territorial and federal governments is responsible for the implementation of the agreement. Annual reports provide information on the progress of commitments and priorities.

Learning never stopssays Mr. Zoe. We do not have all the answers, but we have a remarkable tool.

It is to have a say on the decisions that concern you and the developments that will affect you.

With information from Jocelyn Shepel and Lawrence Nayally