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13th Tlicho Gathering starts next week in Behchoko

The 13th Annual Tlicho gathering starts next week in Behchoko.
 

The week kicks off with the Trails of our Ancestors canoe participants arriving at the Behchoko bridge on Monday.
 
The Tlicho Assembly will focus on financial updates and nominees for Grand Chief.
 
Behchoko will be hosting a slew of events for youth, including dodgeball, capture the flag, floor hockey and a talent show.
 
Tlicho Day events on Friday, August 4th include a canoe race, 3 legged race and egg toss.
 
The Tlicho gathering caps off with a late night dance with a Twangin Country band and an adult talent show.
 
The full schedule for the Tlicho Assembly and events is available here:

TAG Public Events Shedule 2017

 

TAG Map of Events 2017

 

Aug 1-3 TAG Meeting Agenda 2017

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