Treaty Talks NWT

10/01/2026

09/27/2026

This federal policy is a result of advocacy and came into effect in 2023. Some time has passed. With the change in federal leadership and ongoing implementation of Modern Treaties, this puts forward curiosities of how this policy has shaped up in practice.

Have you heard I’m about this policy? If yes, what stands out to you about it?

09/19/2026

Curious about the stories from Modern Treaty Agreement negotiation tables? Or how to start a self-government? This book offers key insights and much more.

09/11/2026

This week, host Leela Gilday speaks with Chief Fred Sangris about the history and evolution of the Dene.

Their conversation explores what it means to remember where we come from, honour the names and stories that belong to the land, and reclaim what was taken from us.

Listen to the new episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or wherever you get your favourite podcasts from! 🎙️🪶

07/15/2026

Today, we're featuring our Nation Building Toolbox focused on Constitutions! Our toolboxes are online, mixed media, learning tools which can assist in meeting the needs of Indigenous leaders, allies, and decision makers. Assembled from the real-world experiences of hundreds of Native nations, the toolboxes serve as a central resource of information on how to implement and sustain best practices in community self-governance. They are hosted and curated by the Native Nations Institute (NNI) at the University of Arizona and the Project on Indigenous Governance and Development (Harvard Project) at Harvard University, and feature contributions of partners with valuable knowledge to share. Check it out here: https://sites.google.com/g.harvard.edu/constitutionstoolbox/constitutions

The self-guided toolboxes enable Nation Builders to explore, develop and manage their understanding of key functions of tribal, First Nation, and other Indigenous governance structures and strategies. The Toolboxes provide Nation Builders with learning activities and resources they can use to assist Indigenous communities in their drive for self-determination. The content is supplemented with case studies, lessons learned, and first-hand explanations by fellow decision makers who have tackled the challenges of strengthening their own communities.

We can’t tell you what will work for your community, but we do hope that having access through these toolboxes to the lessons from, and experiences of, other Native nations will provide you with ideas and useable starting points as you tackle your own community’s needs.

07/05/2026

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06/28/2026

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06/26/2026

"She advanced Indigenous rights globally." Sahtu Dene advocate Cindy Kenny-Gilday was named an officer of the Order of Canada by Governor General Louise Arbour.

06/19/2026

The Tłegǫ́hłı̨ Got’įnę Final Self-Government Agreement has passed the House of Commons. The Bill will now move to the Senate and to the Governor General for Royal Assent. SEE CKLBRADIO>com