Tulita Dene First Nation facts for kids
People | Dene |
---|---|
Treaty | Treaty 11 |
Headquarters | Tulita |
Territory | Northwest Territories |
Population (2019) | |
On other land | 386 |
Off reserve | 331 |
Total population | 717 |
Government | |
Chief | Frank Andrew |
Tribal Council | |
Sahtu Dene Council |
The Tulita Dene First Nation is a group of Indigenous people called the Dene. They are a self-governing community, often called a First Nation or band government. Their main home is a community called Tulita, which is located in the Northwest Territories in Canada. Tulita sits right beside the big Mackenzie River.
About the Tulita Dene First Nation
The Tulita Dene First Nation is an important part of the Sahtu Dene Council. This council helps different Dene communities in the Sahtu Region work together. Being part of this council means they have a stronger voice.
Their Land and Agreements
The Tulita Dene First Nation has special rights to a large area of land. This is thanks to an important agreement called the Sahtu Dene and Metis Comprehensive Land Claim Agreement. This agreement means they share ownership of about 41,437 square kilometers of land. This land is located in the Sahtu Region of the Northwest Territories. This agreement helps protect their traditional lands and way of life.