Northern Regional Negotiations Table facts for kids
The Northern Regional Negotiations Table is a group that helps different First Nations (Indigenous peoples) in northern British Columbia and southern Yukon Territory in Canada work on important agreements called treaties. These treaties are part of the British Columbia Treaty Process.
Who is Part of This Group?
This group includes several First Nations. They are:
- Carcross/Tagish First Nation
- Champagne and Aishihik First Nations
- Taku River Tlingit First Nation
- Teslin Tlingit Council
Understanding the Treaty Process
Most of the First Nations in this group are based in Yukon. However, the Taku River Tlingit First Nation is mainly located in British Columbia.
These First Nations joined the British Columbia Treaty Process because some of their traditional lands are in British Columbia. This process helps them make agreements with the governments of British Columbia and Canada.
Here's a quick look at each First Nation involved:
| First Nation | Number of Members | Treaty Progress |
|---|---|---|
| Carcross/Tagish First Nation | 609 | They joined the B.C. treaty process in 1997. They signed an agreement with Yukon and Canada in 2005. |
| Champagne and Aishihik First Nations | 507 | They joined the B.C. treaty process in December 1993. This was after they signed their agreement with Yukon and Canada. |
| Taku River Tlingit First Nation | 371 | They joined the B.C. treaty process in December 1993. They are currently at Stage 4 of the process. They are the only First Nation at this table based in B.C. They are not negotiating an agreement with Yukon and Canada. |
| Teslin Tlingit Council | 559 | They joined the B.C. treaty process in 1994. This was after they signed their agreement with Yukon and Canada. |
