Tl'etinqox Government

Tl’etinqox is a Tsilhqot’in community located in the central interior of British Columbia, near the Chilcotin River and approximately one hour west of Williams Lake. Also known as Anaham, Tl’etinqox is the largest Tsilhqot’in community, with over one thousand members. Our community is deeply connected to our lands, waters, language, and cultural teachings, which continue to guide how we live, govern, and care for one another.

As Tsilhqot’in people, we are the original inhabitants of a vast and diverse territory of forests, grasslands, lakes, and rivers. For thousands of years, our people lived self-reliant lives through strong family systems, land-based knowledge, and respect for Tsilhqot’in laws and responsibilities. These foundations remain central to Tl’etinqox today.

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Tl’etinqox Government serves the community through self-governance, leadership, and the delivery of essential programs and services. Our work is guided by community priorities, cultural values, and a commitment to transparency, accountability, and collective wellbeing. We advocate for our rights and title, support sustainable land and resource management, and work to strengthen our Nation for future generations.

Through our departments, Tl’etinqox delivers a wide range of services that support individuals, families, and the community as a whole. This includes community development programs focused on wellness, prevention, family support, youth services, cultural programming, and land-based healing. We provide supports for children, youth, adults, Elders, and families, both within the community and in Williams Lake, recognizing the needs of members wherever they live.

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Tl’etinqox also delivers governance, administration, finance, human resources, public works, housing, and infrastructure services that ensure the day-to-day operations of the community are strong and sustainable. We support community safety, emergency preparedness, and the maintenance of community buildings, roads, and essential services.

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Culture and language are at the heart of everything we do. Tl’etinqox works closely with Elders and Knowledge Keepers to protect and pass on Tsilhqot’in teachings, support cultural camps and ceremonies, and strengthen identity and belonging for all generations. Our programs and services are grounded in respect, relationship-building, and the understanding that healing and wellness are collective responsibilities.

Tl’etinqox continues to move forward as a strong, resilient, and self-determining community. By honouring our past and investing in our people, lands, and governance, we are building a future rooted in Tsilhqot’in values, strength, and sovereignty.