The Tłı̨chǫ Government in Behchokǫ̀ has released a new four-year strategic plan that aims to strengthen the local economy, improve housing and infrastructure, and boost community health and language across the region. Called Nàdàa gets’et’ı nı̨htł’è, or Looking Forward, the plan was shared by the 6th Tłı̨chǫ Assembly on June 15, 2026, and covers 2026 to 2030.
After months of travel and listening to citizens, youth, Elders, staff and partners, the Assembly built the plan around four main commitments. The first is economic self-sufficiency, including work on the Arctic Economic Security Corridor. The second is infrastructure, focusing on housing and a regional infrastructure plan. The third priority is healing and wellness, which tackles addictions through on-the-land programs, planning for a treatment centre, a drug task-force, and supporting staff health. The fourth is capacity building, with emphasis on increasing the use of the Tłı̨chǫ language, education, and training for both citizens and staff.
The 13-member Assembly, made up of Grand Chief Jackson Lafferty and chiefs and representatives from the communities of Behchokǫ̀, Whatì, Gamètì, and Wekweètì, has aligned the plan with the Nation’s 50-year vision. That vision states: “By 2075, the Tłı̨chǫ Nation will be a strong, self-sustaining, and united people, deeply rooted in our language, culture, and traditions, while thriving in a modern world.” Grand Chief Lafferty was re-elected in September 2025.
The new plan follows the previous strategic framework, In Tłı̨chǫ Unity: Our Strategic Framework and Intentions 2021-2025. Residents can read the full 2026-2030 plan on the Tłı̨chǫ Government website.
