TSI Introduction

THIS IS OUR LAND. WE ARE THE LAND.

The Tahltan Stewardship Initiative (TSI) will support our Nation in asserting self-determination and fulfilling our inherent stewardship responsibilities for Tahltan Territory. The TSI will help us to build our capacity, engagement, governance, and stewardship plans.

This vital work is needed to ensure we take care of our territory now and for future generations.

The Tahltan Stewardship Initiative (TSI) is our opportunity for transformative change based on the recognition of Tahltan Title and Rights.

Now, we have a say in decisions that matter for our people in accordance with our values and knowledge. We decide how to protect our culture, care for our lands, water, air, fish, and wildlife. We decide how to sustainably manage our territory.

TSI means Tahltans working together to transform how things are done. Through TSI, the rules are changing. And we are shaping the process.

Vision Statement

The vision of the Tahltan Stewardship Initiative is for the Tahltan Nation to fulfill its inherent stewardship responsibilities for all lands, water, air, wildlife, fish, and natural resources within Tahltan Territory. We will accomplish this vision through the work being done on our projects including the Tahltan Stewardship Plan (TSP) and direction from Tahltan membership. The TSP is being developed for Tahltan Territory and will be based on Tahltan knowledge and worldview on how to properly care for our land.

A Stewardship Planning Advisory Committee will be started very soon, and we encourage those interested in joining this group to reach out to get involved. Through this group, Tahltans with on the land experience and technical expertise will be reviewing and collaborating with us. This group will make recommendations and advise on how to look after Tahltan Territory now and into the future.