The North Peace Tribal Council is a representative body which was established in 1987 by the Little Red River Cree, Dene Tha’, Tall Cree and Beaver First Nations. 1995 saw the Lubicorn Lake Nation join as a member. The mandate of the Council is threefold. It exists to:
Provide a political forum for the policy and decision making of member First Nations;
Combine efforts to address issues, resolve problems and develop economies; and
Provide resources and support for the provision of professional advisory services to member First Nations.
The Council is governed by a Board of Directors consisting of a Chairperson and the Chiefs of member First Nations. The issues addressed by the Council include health, education, children’s and technical services, police and employment. |