Tl’etinqox-t’in Government
Summary
Governance & Leadership
Chief
- Dale Hance
Councillors
- Randy Billyboy
- Alana Bobby
- Harvey Dick
- Cecil Grinder
- Paul Grinder
- Dustin Hance
- Brendon Harry
- Jimmy Harry
- Melanie Frank
- Leslie Stump
- Trevor Mack
- Gary Stump
Next Election
March 2027Term of Office
2 yearsGovernment Type
Indian Act Electoral SystemDemographics
Membership (*ISC - As of August 2026)
- 1,793 total membership
- 545 (on-reserve)
- 1,248 (off-reserve)
Reserves
- Anahim 6 (140 Ha)
- Anahim 7 (47 Ha)
- Anahim 8 (59 Ha)
- Anahim 9 (49 Ha)
- Anahim 10 (145 Ha)
- Anahim 11 (132 Ha)
- Anahim 12 (57 Ha)
- Anahim 13 (64 Ha)
- Anahim 14 (63 Ha)
- Anahim 15 (58 Ha)
- Anahim 16 (243 Ha)
- Anahim 17 (140 Ha)
- Anahim 18 (146 Ha)
Reserve Land
hectares
5,655.90
acres
13,976.03
km²
56.56
Physical Location
Tl’etinqox-t’in Government is located in the Chilcotin District in the western Central Interior region of British Columbia.
Economic Strategy
The Tl’etinqox Government is dedicated to building a sustainable and self-reliant economic future rooted in Tsilhqot’in tradition, cultural unity, and stewardship of the land. Guiding community progress through shared strength and respectful governance, the Nation focuses on creating commercial opportunities that deliver long-term prosperity and independence. Economic planning prioritizes expanding local business enterprise, generating sustainable employment, improving community infrastructure, and supporting educational advancement. By advancing strategic commercial investments, land stewardship ventures, and regional partnerships, Tl’etinqox fosters an inclusive economy designed to enhance the health, well-being, and self-determination of its members across present and future generations.
Investment Readiness & Governance
- Development and implementation of a community Land Code framework to govern reserve lands and support self-determined economic activities.
- Strategic oversight of capital and revenue trust holdings to support long-term community infrastructure and development initiatives.
Economic Development Corporation
Tl’etinqox Government Economic Development Corporation
The Tl’etinqox Government Economic Development Corporation serves as the principal economic management entity for Tl’etinqox, operating as the general partner for Tl’etinqox Government Economic Development LLP. Established under provincial corporate regulations, the enterprise drives commercial growth, local job creation, and sustainable wealth generation for the Nation. Its mandate encompasses managing key revenue-generating assets, overseeing commercial equipment rental operations, and pursuing strategic acquisitions, including agricultural and land-based enterprises such as the Chezacut Ranch. Guided by community leadership and structured corporate governance, the entity actively collaborates with industry partners, regional stakeholders, and commercial operators to build diverse business ventures. Through disciplined management and strategic asset development, the economic development corporation ensures that business investments align with Tsilhqot’in values while strengthening the Nation’s long-term economic independence and self-reliance.
Tl'etinqox Government - Enterprise Portfolio
Corporate Entities & Economic Operations
Tl’etinqox Government Economic Development Corporation (Wholly-Owned Subsidiary)
Serves as the primary general partner overseeing economic advancement and corporate governance for the Nation’s principal limited partnership.
Tl’etinqox Government Economic Development LLP (Limited Partnership)
Operates equipment rental businesses and holds strategic agricultural assets to foster commercial growth and local revenue generation.
Dechen Ventures Ltd. (Wholly-Owned Subsidiary)
Functions as the general partner managing business operations and commercial planning for Dechen Ventures LP.
Dechen Ventures LP (Limited Partnership)
Drives targeted commercial opportunities and partnership ventures to expand community-based enterprise capacity.
Chilcotin River Trading Company Ltd. (Wholly-Owned Subsidiary)
Acts as the general partner providing executive management and administrative leadership for Chilcotin River Trading Company LLP.
Chilcotin River Trading Company LLP (Limited Partnership)
Manages retail and commercial trading enterprises aimed at expanding access to goods and commercial services within the region.
BC First Nations Gaming Limited Partnership (Partnership Interest)
Participates in regional revenue-sharing ventures that support community economic programs and infrastructure development.
Access & Logistics Details
Primary Access:
Tl’etinqox (Anaham) is directly accessible year-round via BC Highway 20, located approximately 100 km west of Williams Lake in the Chilcotin region. Highway 20 is a paved, two-lane highway suitable for transport truck haulage, though contractors must prepare for winter road conditions, icy surfaces, and steep grades such as Sheep Creek Hill between Williams Lake and Tl’etinqox.
Nearest Airport:
The primary commercial airport is Williams Lake Regional Airport (YWL), located approximately 110 km east, providing scheduled regional passenger flights and air freight capabilities. The local Alexis Creek Airport (CBJ4) is a unpaved turf/gravel strip located nearby, suitable primarily for light charter aircraft, visual flight rules (VFR) operations, and emergency medevac services.
Nearest Commercial Hub:
Williams Lake is the main regional commercial and service hub, located 100 km east on Highway 20. It provides heavy equipment sales and rentals, industrial hardware, freight forwarding terminals, construction materials, and medical facilities. For Tier-1 industrial supply chains, Prince George lies approximately 338 km northeast and Kamloops lies approximately 385 km southeast via Highway 97.
Rail:
CN Rail operates a rail line with intermodal and carload capabilities in Williams Lake (100 km east). The nearest major deep-sea shipping ports are located in Metro Vancouver (approx. 630 km south) and Prince Rupert (approx. 860 km northwest).
Geographic & Logistical Notes:
Tl’etinqox is a member community of the Tsilhqot’in Nation. Contractors must respect Tsilhqot’in governance, legal jurisdiction, and cultural protocols prior to starting work. Key operational risks include seasonal wildfire disruptions along the Highway 20 corridor during summer and severe freezing temperatures in winter. Cellular service along Highway 20 between Williams Lake and Tl’etinqox is intermittent, requiring satellite communication systems for field operations.