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In September 2020, the Łutsël K’é Dene First Nation was honoured with a 2020 Equator Prize from the UN Development Programme. |
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What is Thaidene Nëné?Thaidene Nëné is an Indigenous protected area that was designated by the Łutsël K’é Dene First Nation using our Dene Law in 2019. In partnership with the Parks Canada and the Government of the Northwest Territories, portions of the Thaidene Nëné Indigenous Protected Area have been designated a national park reserve (NPR), a territorial protected area (TPA), and a wildlife conservation area (WCA).
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Where is Thaidene Nëné?Thaidene Nëné spans 6.5 million acres, or 26,376 square kilometres, at the transition between boreal forest and tundra. It includes the East Arm of Tu Nedhé (Great Slave Lake), the deepest freshwater source in North America, as well as many other lakes and rivers.
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Explore Like a DeneWith world-class fishing and outdoor adventures, Thaidene Nëné is a living legacy for all, where the Łutsël K’é Dene First Nation welcomes the world. Join one of our local guides to see the land through the eyes of the people who have lived here for generations.
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Indigenous Co-GovernanceThaidene Nëné represents a historic partnership between Indigenous and crown governments to protect natural and cultural heritage and foster local economic development. To ensure co-management and sustainable livelihoods for the future, we secured $30 million to be placed in a trust fund.
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Latest NewsRead the latest developments about Thaidene Nëné reported by the media and the community.
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Our vision is to work with our partners to permanently protect Thaidene Nëné—part of our huge and bountiful homeland around and beyond the East Arm of Tu Nedhé.
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