Dane ghaa Wúujǫ néwawǫʔáah

Welcome to the Community Development Department of Doig River First Nation, also known as Dane ghaa Wúujǫ néwawǫʔáah. 

Our Mission

We honor our ancestors and uphold Tsááʔ ché ne dane values and traditions by advancing sustainable land stewardship, protective services, and emergency management. We regulate land use and development within our jurisdiction through a dual perspective approach, balancing western methodologies with Indigenous knowledge systems.

All activities are governed Tsááʔ ché ne dane laws in tandem with Canadian law. Our goal is to promote justice, ensure safety and well-being, and protect our heritage and natural resources for future generations.

Core Community Services

Dane ghaa Wúujǫ néwawǫʔáah delivers essential programs under:

  • Land Governance
  • Protective Services
  • Community & Cultural Facilities
  • Emergency Management

Land Governance

The Land Governance Department oversees and enhances the sustainable management of our lands and resources.

Land Code Advisory Committee Team

The land code advisory committee played a critical role in shaping land governance for Doig River First Nation. The committee operated with the goal of ensuring the land governance aligns with the best interests of the community and reflects traditional values.

Responsibilities included:

  • Reviewing and developing the Land Code
  • Assessing all relevant information, including legal, cultural, environmental, and administrative factors to create a well-structured Land Code
  • Ensuring the Land Code supports sustainable land use and protection of community held lands
  • Providing input that reflects the voice of the community and upholds Tsááʔ ché ne dane principles
  • Advising leadership on improvements and amendments to land governance documents and processes

Through these responsibilities, the committee helps establish a Land Code that is transparent, culturally grounded, and responsive to the long-term needs of the Nation.

Committee Members:

  • Wes Rothlishberger
  • Justin Davis
  • Carolyn Attachie
  • Sam Acko
  • Kaylynn Davis

Land Code Implementation:

The land governance department is responsible for implementing Doig River First Nation Land Code. A community developed legal framework that replaces 44 sections of the land management provisions of the Indian Act. This Land Code affirms our Nation’s inherent right to govern our lands and exercise full authority over how they are used and protected.

Land Governance Committee Team:

The land governance committee offers essential advisory support to both Council and the land governance office. The committee helps ensure that decisions about land use, interests, and environmental priorities align with community values, traditions, and long-term vision.

Ray Bath
Charmayne Brinkworth
Levi Davis
Amber Attachie
Seadra Acko- Youth Representative
Johnny Askoty- Elder Representative

Responsibilities include:

  • Reviewing land related matters, including the granting of interests and licenses
  • Evaluating land use plans and development proposals
  • Recommending land related laws and policies
  • Advising on environmental priorities and sustainability practices

Committee Members:

  • Amber Attachie
  • Charmayne Brinkworth
  • Cash Brinkworth
  • Saedra Acko
  • Ray Bath
  • Levi Davis

Through active participation, the committee helps maintain a governance model that is transparent, accountable, and aligned with the needs and aspirations of the community.

Key areas of the Land Code include:

  • Identifying reserve lands to be governed by Doig River First Nation (“First Nation Land”)
  • Establishing general rules for land use and occupancy by members and non-members
  • Ensuring financial accountability for land revenues (excluding oil and gas, which remain under Federal law)
  • Enacting and publishing land laws, including conflict of interest’s rules
  • Creating community driven procedures for land matters such as marriage breakdowns
  • Providing dispute resolution processes
  • Outlining procedures for granting interests or acquiring lands for community purposes
  • Delegating land management responsibilities and outlining the process for amending the Land Code

Laws and Legislative Focus

In support of community safety, sustainability, and self-determination, the following laws will be developed and enforced under Doig River First Nation Land Code:

  • Animal Responsibility 
  • Building Inspection 
  • Development Cost Charges 
  • Emergency Measures
  • Enforcement and Compliant Procedures
  • False Alarm 
  • Fees and Charges
  • Fire Prevention
  • MTI Ticketing Procedures 
  • Matrimonial Laws
  • Property Standards
  • Sewage and Water
  • Solid waste 
  • Subdivision & Development
  • Traffic Control 
  • Water & Sewer Connection 
  • Zoning 
  • Residency and Access 
  • Trespass and Offences
  • Expropriation of Lands 
  • Wills and Estates

These laws are essential to upholding order, safety, and the overall well-being of the community.

Protective Services 

We are committed to providing law enforcement and public safety services that reflect the principles of peace, justice, and traditional legal orders.

Our Protective Services include:

  • Law enforcement that respects Indigenous and Canadian laws.
  • Coordination with local authorities to ensure community safety
  • Promoting trust and safety through community engagement
  • Crime prevention and culturally informed community policing programs
  • Conflict resolution and mediation based on traditional values
  • Victim support services
  • Protection of all community members rights

We follow Tsááʔ ché ne dane legal orders, along with federal, provincial, and municipal laws to deliver the highest standard of protection.

Community & Cultural Facilities

  • Rodeo
  • Doig Days
  • Tea Dances
  • Gospel Jamboree
  • Kema Camp
  • Beaver Camp
  • Doig Properties

These events reflect our commitment to cultural preservation, connection, and celebration.

Emergency Management

We proactively manage risks that may affect our community, based on the four key stages of emergency management:. 

  • Mitigation: Long term planning and strategies to prevent or reduce risks through hazard identification and public safety planning.
  • Preparedness: aDevelopment of emergency operations plans (EOPs) training personnel, identifying emergency resources, and preparing facilities.
  • Response: Immediate actions during emergency to provide aid, reduce harm, and prevent further damage, supported using real time data and modeling tools.‍
  • Recovery: Post emergency rebuilding, education, and the development of improved disaster prevention practices.

Contact

Community Development Department Staff

lgreception@doigriverfn.com
Administrative Receptionists
Front Desk: 1-778-715-9699
Emergency Contact: 1-778-715-9725

Land Governance Staff

obloor@doigriverfn.com 
Owen Bloor
Land Use Planner and Emergency Management

sattachie@doigriverfn.com
Stephanie Attachie
Land Governance Officer

Protective Services and Cultural Facilities Staff

rdixon@doigriverfn.com
Roland Dixon
Protective Services Manager (former RCMP Officer)

wyattattachie@doigfivern.com
Wyatt Attachie
Community and Cultural Facilities Coordinator

qrothlisberger@doigfivern.com
Quinn Rothlisberger
Community and Cultural Facilities Coordinator

Emergency Management Staff

obloor@doigriverfn.com
Owen Bloor
Emergency Manager
Emergency Contact: 1-778-715-9725

  • Laws of Doig River First Nation Lands
  • Land Use Plan
  • Reserve Lands and Maps: Click Here
  • Planning and Urban Development
    – Development and Application
    – Permits and Application
    – FAQs
  • First Nation Lands Registry System
  • Property Taxation
  • Upcoming Projects
  • Community Development News and Updates
  • Community Development Gallery

Detailed contact information for our staff and departments can be found on our Contact page.