February 2025 TBA - (To Be Announced)

We are looking for young people between the ages of (12 to 19 years old) from Behchokǫ̀ who can participate in a Digital Addiction Awareness Youth Workshop.

• Registration Deadline: January 31, 2025 
• 15 Seats Available
• Lunch & Supper will be provided
• Gift cards and certificates will be awarded at the end of the workshop.

Please pick up registration forms at the Tłı̨chǫ Friendship Centre

Hey, we really want to get the young folks involved and have their families back them up in raising awareness about how much time we're all spending on social media and smartphones.

We're focusing on the addiction-like symptoms that can come from using these devices, which can lead to various health and mental issues. With this workshop, we aim to help young people understand how to communicate better and share accurate info with their families and friends through social media and community events.

After the training, we'll pick five youth to work 3 to 4 paid hrs per week at the Tłı̨chǫ Friendship Centre, where they'll collaborate with peers and community members to raise awareness about various healthy choices and how we can incorporate ideas from our traditions and culture while promoting positive healthy behaviours.

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

Come join us for this fantastic opportunity.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Water/Sewage Truck Driver

The Community Government of Behchokǫ̀ is seeking Water/Sewage Truck Driver’s position. The Sewage Truck Driver reports directly to the Supervisor of Water and Sewage Department and is responsible for sewage collection services in order to ensure that residents’ sewage is transported to the appropriate wastewater treatment facility.

Requirements:

• Knowledge of truck equipment safety;
• Knowledge of scheduling system and procedures;
• Ability to read and write to record collections and maintain daily records;
• Good time management skills;
• Up-to-date immunization;
• Must hold a valid Class 3 Driver’s License with Air Breaks.

Experience in Water and Sewage Delivery and Collection would be an asset.

Please submit a complete resume, cover letter and reference on or before

3:00 pm, Friday, January 31, 2025

Community Government of Behchokǫ̀
P.O. Box 68
Behchokǫ̀, NT X0E 0Y0 
Email: [email protected] 

Department of Healing & Community Wellness

DETOX on the LAND - FEBRUARY 14-21

The Land Based Detox and Healing Program is a specialized program that provides land-based healing and residential treatment services to support addictions and recovery. The program is designed for Indigenous youth and adults 18+ who struggle with mental health and addictions through traditional guidance and reconnecting to the lands.

Land-Based Treatment and Healing can take place when we return or reconnect to the land by relearning, revitalizing and reclaiming our traditional wellness practices. The land is foundational to our Indigenous identity, but over generations of colonization we have been disconnected and dispossessed from our culture.   

The program involves a seven (7) day detoxification through the integration of traditional medicines and land-based healing. This process helps to remove a substance of dependency through the body that is guided and delivered by trained Indigenous staff.

Detoxification presents an opportunity for participants to become stabilized while serving as a way to prepare and permit participants to fully embrace rehabilitative treatment. Participants work with each other and staff throughout the 7-day program that is guided by Wellness Workers, Traditional Healers, and counsellors to help participants explore key factors such as :

• Self-identity
• Family dynamics
• Barriers to healing
• Intergenerational impacts
• Trauma

The program uses a holistic approach to care, as the goal is to promote self-discovery and personal growth amongst participants to understand and value the importance of balance and harmony within their lives traditional teachings. 

We encourage those who apply to come in with an open mind and heart to learn. You will be provided with the opportunity to learn about yourself mentally, physically, spiritually and emotionally.

Application Deadline: January 31st

Application Intake Form: HCW Fillable Land Based Intake Package.pdf

To register, contact:

Lena Moosenose
On The Land Healing Coordinator
Tel: 867-392 6381 ext: 1423
Email: [email protected] 

*Tłı̨chǫ citizens only

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 Tłı̨chǫ Government and Canadian Firearms Program Are proudly hosting An All Female CFSC Course.

Taught by a female instructor.

Are you a female and interested in taking the Canadian Firearm Safety Course with other females?

If so, you are cordially invited to this FREE public service:

How to apply: Submit name and contact information (email and phone number) to: [email protected] 

Minor females between ages of 12-15 must be accompanied by an adult female also taking the course; please apply together. Minor females aged 16 & 17 do not require accompaniment.

Space is limited therefore those selected will be chosen by the order in which the email is received. You must be able to attend both days fully to pass the course. Saturday’s timings may change depending on the pace of learning by the students to ensure everyone is comfortable with the material.

Note: There may be other all female course(s) facilitated by a female instructor held in the future, in Yellowknife and other communities, should that location be better suited to you.

We look forward to meeting you!

Thank you | Máhsı | Máhsı | Mahsı̀ | Mársı | Kinanāskomitin | Hąį’ | Quana | Qujannamiik | Quyanainni | Merci

(NOTE: This course is intended for front-line workers ONLY. Please register by the link. If you have any questions please contact April Alexis - Health Promotion Manager. T: 867-446-5295)

Thirteen Grandmother Moons Diabetes Wellness" Training focuses on diabetes wellness education from an Indigenous cultural perspective.

The goal is to provide tools that focus on a holistic understanding of diabetes wellness and highlight the importance of leading by example.

Training modules include:

• Culturally relevant approaches to diabetes awareness & prevention
• Grandmother Moon Teachings Traditional Perspectives on Health & Wellness Best Practices in diabetes wellness education
• "How To" design and deliver a diabetes wellness workshop.

Training intended for frontline health workers.

Dates for Day 1 and Day 2

Day 1: Thursday, January 30 
Day 2: Friday, January 31, 2025 
Time: 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. MT

Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/5n933p28

For information contact: [email protected] 

Healing the Land, People and History
2025 Tłı̨chǫ Mine Remediation Update with Kwetııɂaà Elders Committee (KEC)

February 4-6, 2025 9:00 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.

Join in person at the Kǫ' Gocho Sportsplex Centre in Behchokǫ' or 
Online via Zoom: https://shorturl.at/EKR34 (Meeting ID: 814 4445 9838)

Daily Schedule: 

February 4
• Kwetııɂ ̀ aà (Rayrock)

February 5 
• Sun Rose / Sun Main
• Beta & Gamma Lakes
• (Rayrock)
• Indore-Hottah
• Great Bear Lake

February 6
• Colomac
• Giant Mine
and more!

A community meeting to provide updates regarding the remediation and monitoring of contaminated and former mine sites within the Mǫwhì Gogha Dè Nı̨ı̨tłèè. Lunch will be provided!

Project Partners and Guests
Tłı̨chǫ Government (Department of Culture and Lands Protection) | Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada
(CIRNAC) | AECOM | Sanexen | Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) | Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission
(CNSC) | Fielding Environmental | The Firelight Group | Saskatchewan Research Council (SRC) | + more

For more information please contact:

Violet Camsell-Blondin 
E: [email protected]  
T: 1-867-392-6381 Ext: 1336 
or 
Gary Lafferty
E: [email protected]  
T: 1-867-392-6381 Ext: 1345

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 employees, and invites all qualified candidates residing in Behchokò to apply for the Administrative Assistant position in Behchokò.

OUTLINE OF POSITION:

The Administrative Assistant is accountable for providing administrative support and executive level services for the Community Presence Office and staff, and is responsible to providing logistical support; managing and preparing correspondence and communications for Community Director and Chief; liaising with other individuals and groups on behalf of the Community Presence Office, and must abide by all relevant Tłı̨chǫ Government's Administrative Policies and Procedures and must adhere to strict confidential practices and protocol.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

• Office administration diploma and/or four (4) years related work experience, and equivalencies be considered
• Strong interpersonal, communication, computer, time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work with wide range of different community members and partners, and work as a member of a team
• Ability to speak the Tłı̨chǫ language is strongly recommended
• Ability to establish and maintain electronic data bases and filing systems; use Microsoft Office, PowerPoint and the Internet for research purposes; to set up meetings on ZOOM and TEAMS and solving issues
• Sensitive for the need of confidentiality in dealing with data, records and meetings Positive attitude and work ethic; and adhere to the Tłı̨chǫ Government's Code of Ethics
• Familiarity with the Tłı̨chǫ Agreement, Constitution, Culture, Community and Traditions are all assets.

To apply; submit Cover letter and Resume or to request for copy of job description to :[email protected] 

This is a Limited Competition, open to Behchokò residents only.

A Regular Competition may be conducted, if a qualified candidate is not identified.

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]