Gwich'in Tribal Council

📖 CHILIG — TONIGHT! 🌿

Everyone is welcome to attend Chilig this evening!

📍 Old Folks Home on Main Road, Teetł’it Zheh
📅 Tuesday, August 25, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

A few verses from the Gwich’in Bible will be included in future Chilig classes.

Come join us for an evening of learning and community. ❤️

For questions, please contact Julie Anne Blake at 867-777-7947 or [email protected].

Everyone is welcome! 🙌

A statement from Grand Chief Frederick Blake Jr. addresses the longstanding governance dispute within the Gwich’in Tribal Council. Read the full statement below.

https://flipbook.gwichintribal.ca/books/2026-08-21-Release-GTC/

🎶 CHILIG WEEKLY IN INUVIK! 🎶

A Chilig is a Gwich’in hymn. Come out and learn, sing, and practice Chilig together!

📅 Tuesday, August 25
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Anglican Church

Interested? Please contact Shannon Furlong at 777-7908 or email [email protected].

Everyone is welcome! ❤️🎶

Transportation Support for Gwich'in Participants Attending the Funeral Service

📢 NOTICE: RESCHEDULED ASSEMBLIES

Please be advised of the new dates for the 2026 Special Assembly and Annual General Assembly.

📅 2026 Special Assembly
September 21–22, 2026
📍 Fort McPherson, NT – Chief Julius School
📌 Agenda item: 2025 AGA Resolutions

📅 34th Annual General Assembly (AGA)
September 23–25, 2026
📍 Fort McPherson, NT – Chief Julius School

All participants are welcome to attend.

For further information, please contact Bonnie Ross, AGA Event Coordinator at [email protected].

📢 GWICH’IN EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES EMAIL LIST 📢

Stay connected to your future! 🌟

Sign up to receive:
💼 First notice of new job opportunities
📧 Updates sent directly to your personal email
🌱 Career opportunities and pathways in the community

How to join:
1️⃣ Complete the consent and authorization form
2️⃣ Share your resume for future opportunities
3️⃣ Receive ongoing email updates

📲 Scan the QR code on the poster to sign up and stay connected!

Your information will be handled securely and respectfully and used only for employment-related communication. You can withdraw your consent at any time.

Questions or need more information?
📧 [email protected]

Join us in Inuvik! 🎶

📅 Tuesday, August 18
🕕 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Anglican Church

A Chilig is a Gwich’in hymn. Come learn, sing, and practice Chilig together! 💙

🚗 Need a ride? Please contact Shannon at 777-7908.

For more information, you can also email [email protected].

Everyone interested is welcome! 😊

🚤 CALL FOR SAFETY BOATS! 🛶

The Gwich’in Tribal Council is planning the 3rd Annual We Are United As One Canoe Trip and is looking for safety boats to help keep our paddlers safe throughout the journey.

Criteria:
• Available September 2–6, 2026
• Criminal record check required

📅 Deadline to submit quotes: August 21, 2026

Please submit your quotes to Charyl Charlie:
📞 867-335-2977
📧 [email protected]

Thank you for helping support a safe and successful journey! 💙🌊

*** Special Assembly and Annual General Assembly Update ***

Please see the attached news release for an important update regarding the Special Assembly and the Annual General Assembly.

📣 CALL FOR COOK COORDINATOR! 🛶

The Gwich’in Tribal Council is planning the 3rd Annual “We Are United As One” Canoe Trip and is looking for a Cook Coordinator to help keep our paddlers safe, well-fed, and energized throughout the journey! 🍲🌲

The Cook Coordinator will be responsible for budgeting, planning, and preparing meals, snacks, and beverages for participants.

Criteria:
• Gwich’in participant
• Available September 2–6, 2026
• Criminal Record Check
• Foodsafe Certification
• Submit a sample menu

📅 Deadline to submit quotes: August 21, 2026

📧 Charyl Charlie: [email protected]
📞 867-335-2977

If you’re interested or know someone who would be a great fit, please share this post! 🛶❤️