On the Verge of a Historic Moment

Deline is on the verge of a historic moment.

The Deline Got’ine Government will replace the Deline First Nation, Charter Community of Deline and Deline Land Corporation as of September 1, 2016. 

Deline beneficiaries of the Sahtu Land Claim, and Deline residents can look forward to all services and programs continuing to be delivered without interruption by the new Deline Got’ine Government.

Deline Citizens have rights and responsibilities and are encouraged to participate fully in their new government.

This month we will be sharing information about what’s happening at Deline Lenats’ehde Dzene (September 6, 7 and 8). We will also be sharing important information about this transition. The Lenats’ehde Dzene will mark the historic occasion of Canada’s first public/Dene self-government.

We hope to see you there! Stay tuned for more information.

If you have any questions you can email us at info@gov.deline.ca or call us at (867) 589-8100.

Timeline of events

  • September 1, 2016 – Effective Date:
    • The Deline Got'ine Government replaces the Deline First Nation, Charter Community of Deline and Deline Land Corporation.  
  • September 6-8, 2016 – Deline Lenats’ehde Dzene (Community Gathering):
    • Drum dance
    • Feast
    • Hand games
    • Recognition ceremony with dignitaries form Canada and GNWT
    • Elders story telling
    • Presentations 

A more detailed agenda will be provided closer to the date.