We are Tŝilhqot’in
Tŝilhqot’in Nidlin
The Tŝilhqot’in Nation is working towards reclaiming jurisdiction over the provision of child and family services by drafting legislation based on existing Tŝilhqot’in laws and values.
This work is called “Tŝilhqot’in Nidlin” – translating to “we are Tŝilhqot’in” – to encompass past, present, and future generations.
Taking back Tŝilhqot’in family jurisdiction
learn more about the steps we're taking
We know our culture, traditions and ways of supporting our families. We will be looking at our culture and applying our laws around how family wellness is supported and held up.
We know our culture, traditions and ways of supporting our families. We will be looking at our culture and applying our laws around how family wellness is supported and held up.
We are Tŝilhqot’in
“Our children, parents, grandparents; past and future generations yet to come.”
We are guided by Tŝilhqot’in Dechen Ts’edilhtan (Tŝilhqot’in Law).
We support our families and communities.
Get Involved
We are currently engaging with community members through community and online sessions, door-to-door visits, individual interviews, and more!
Check out these upcoming opportunities to be involved:
- More dates coming soon
Jurisdiction Timeline
Our journey began in 2020, when the Tŝilhqot’in Chiefs and Women’s Council chose to pursue jurisdiction of our children and families. Our timeline shows the work the Nation has been doing since then, and our targets moving forward:
- 2021: Community engagement on jurisdiction begins
- 2022: Tŝilhqot’in Deni begin to build family wellness Legislation
- Tripartite collaboration with BC and Canada begins
- 2023-2024: Service Model developed through engagement with Members and frontline workers
- 2025: Legislation planned to be endorsed by Tŝilhqot’in Deni
- Coordination Agreement & Fiscal Agreement signed with government partners
- Legislation begins to be implemented, starting with a focus on prevention
Community Engagement
The Tŝilhqot’in Nidlin team has been engaging tirelessly with community members on Tŝilhqot’in protocols related to children and families. Below is a summary of our engagement so far.
We are also supporting families by creating cultural spaces for children at cultural events, seasonal gatherings, and ceremonies. This creates opportunities for healthy modelling and traditional teachings.
Engagement Team
Meet our Community Engagement Team
Our Service Model
Our service model describes our collaborative approach to providing family wellness services across the Nation. A central Tŝilhqot’in organization will support communities, while recognizing that every community is unique and has their own approach to families.
As communities develop more services, the interim services will shrink and the roles of the Nation Circles and Tŝilhqot’in Organization will shift.
More information about our service model and how it was developed can be found in our Community Directions Report published in December 2024.
Our Legislation
The Tŝilhqot’in Nation know our culture, traditions, and ways of supporting our families. We will rely on our culture and apply our laws around how family wellness is supported, held up, and continue to assist our children be raised by our people, in a good way.
We are currently sharing our draft Tŝilhqot’in Family Wellness law at community engagement events. Check this page for overviews of our law to be posted soon!
Newsletters
We have provided updates to Tŝilhqot’in Members through Newsletters throughout the Nidlin project.
Tŝilhqot’in Nidlin Children’s Magazine
In 2022, the Tŝilhqot’in Nidlin team published the very first children’s magazine. This magazine features Tŝilhqot’in craft, stories, and much more. The magazines are available at any of our offices.
Meet Datsan Chugh (Raven) a curious, sweet natured, Tŝilhqot’in girl who is inviting you to join her as she learns more about her culture, traditions and what it means to be Tŝilhqot’in.
Datsan Chugh loves her family – even her little brothers who are extremely busy! She also enjoys being in nature, making crafts, and all kinds of animals, especially horses.
Learn all about Datsan and her adventures in our very first Tŝilhqot’in Nidlin children’s magazine.
