Tlicho Government

09/02/2026

Łıwe Dats’ehtèe Zàa | September Tłı̨chǫ Word of the Month

This month’s Tłı̨chǫ word is:

🌿 Nàyehtsı̨̀ | Collect 🌿

Children attending daycares throughout the Tłı̨chǫ communities will learn and practise this word throughout September. Tłı̨chǫ families and community members are also encouraged to use Nàyehtsı̨̀ at home and in everyday conversation.

Using Tłı̨chǫ Yatıı̀ together helps our children hear, learn and carry our language forward.

Listen to the clip below to hear how to pronounce the word.

09/02/2026

Sharing on behalf of Behchokǫ̀ Community Government:

09/02/2026

GNWT SENIORS HOME HEATING SUBSIDY APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN

Applications are now open for the GNWT’s Senior Home Heating Subsidy, which helps eligible seniors with home heating costs from September 2026 to April 2027.

For Tłı̨chǫ community members, the available support is based on where you live:

Behchokǫ̀: households with income up to $66,000 may qualify for $460/month, up to $3,680.
Whatì and Gamètì: households with income up to $75,000 may qualify for $560/month, up to $4,480.
Wekweètì: households with income up to $87,000 may qualify for $750/month, up to $6,000.

The program is available to eligible NWT residents aged 60 and older. Applicants must meet household income requirements and provide supporting documents.

For full eligibility requirements, applications and information on how to apply, visit the GNWT’s Senior Home Heating Subsidy page:

https://www.ece.gov.nt.ca/en/services/income-security-programs/senior-home-heating-subsidy

Please share this information with Elders and seniors in your community who may benefit.

More info: https://www.gov.nt.ca/en/newsroom/eligible-seniors-can-apply-senior-home-heating-subsidy

09/02/2026

Please note that Client Services Offices in Behchokǫ̀ will be closing early on Thursday, Sept 3rd at 3PM for a staff function. Regular hours will resume on Friday, Sept 4.

For more information, contact Andre Soares by calling 867-392-1700 ext 1701, or emailing [email protected]

09/02/2026

Nechàa t’ı̨ Seghàenda | Watch Me Grow!

Every child grows and learns at their own pace. The Watch Me Grow! developmental guide shares some of the skills children may develop between the ages of one and four, from their first words and movements to communication, play and growing independence.

Families can use this guide to learn more about their child’s development and the supports available to them.

**Remember, children develop at different rates. This is a guide, not a test.**

For more information or to book an appointment for your child, contact the Healthy Family Program, your local Daycare, or:

Megan, Speech Therapist
📧 [email protected]
📞 (403) 991-9762

Chelsey, Occupational Therapist
📧 [email protected]
📞 (867) 445-9907

09/02/2026

Reminder: Apply before September 4!

The Tłı̨chǫ Government is seeking qualified individuals to serve as Trustees of the Tłı̨chǫ Capital Transfers Trust. This is an opportunity to help oversee and protect assets that support the long-term well-being of Tłı̨chǫ Citizens.

📅 Application deadline: September 4, 2026

For more information or to apply, please email [email protected]

09/01/2026

Welcome Back, Tłı̨chǫ Students!

📚 Welcome Back, Tłı̨chǫ Students!

As the 2026–2027 school year begins, the Tłı̨chǫ Government Post-Secondary Support Division would like to send our best wishes to all Tłı̨chǫ students beginning another year of learning.

From our youngest students returning to elementary school, to our high school and post-secondary students, we are thinking of you and wishing you a wonderful year ahead.

For those who have travelled within the NWT or to other provinces and territories for school, we hope you arrived safely and are settling in well. Wherever your education takes you, carry your Tłı̨chǫ identity, language, culture, family, and community with pride.

A new school year brings new opportunities to learn, grow, make memories, and work toward your goals. Support one another, be proud of where you come from, and ask for help when you need it.

To all our Tłı̨chǫ students, we are proud of you and cheering you on every step of the way.

Wishing everyone a safe, happy, and successful 2026–2027 school year!

Questions? Contact the Post-Secondary Support Division:
General Funding Inquiries · Email: [email protected]
Phone: 867 392-1700 ext. 1713 or 1724

Student Support Services · Email: [email protected]
Phone: 867 392-1700 ext. 1725

09/01/2026

Spots are limited. To register, email [email protected] or call 867-686-6287.

NWT Parks Beading Workshop 🧵🪡

DATE: Saturday, Sept. 5th, 2026
TIME: 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm
LOCATION: Main Gatehouse, North Arm Territorial Park

Join us for a creative and relaxing afternoon of beading with Kassandra Migwi, a local Tłı̨chǫ artist passionate about sharing her craft and culture. Whether you’re brand new to beading or have experience, this workshop is a welcoming space to learn, connect, and create something beautiful.

All materials provided; there are 12 participant spots available for this event.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Email [email protected] or call 867-686-6287.

https://tlicho.ca/events/north-arm-territorial-park-beading-workshop

09/01/2026

Please note that the Regular Council Meeting in Behchokǫ̀ has been rescheduled to September 8.

09/01/2026

TREATY SIMULATION (NEW DATES), APPLY BEFORE SEPT 8!

There are still spaces available for the upcoming Tłı̨chǫ Treaty Simulation, taking place October 27–29, 2026, in Behchokǫ̀.

This is an opportunity for Tłı̨chǫ youth ages 16–25 to learn more about the Tłı̨chǫ Agreement, strengthen leadership and negotiation skills, and learn directly from Tłı̨chǫ leaders, advisors and Elders.

We especially encourage youth from Wekweètì, Gamètì and Whatì to apply.

Reminder of New application deadline: September 8, 2026

Apply: Scan the QR code or apply through this link: https://forms.gle/RrunkQAeSXuqqGFs7

Please share with a young person in your community who may be interested.

To learn more, visit https://bit.ly/4bCnk1j