Our Story
We are the people, Cree and Dene, who have shared this land since time immemorial.
We are grateful to the Creator for giving us this land which provides everything we need: fresh air, pure waters, forest and plants for shelter, food and medicine and animals, birds and fish which give us food, clothing and tools.
Our people live in 9 First Nations communities in locations across this vast territory. We have always survived here by sharing resources and by supporting one another. In Cree, the word “wichetowin” means to share, to be together, to help each other.
Meadow Lake Tribal Council is a regional organization founded by our communities to help each other. The Tribal Council provides support services to our communities in the areas of Health, Education, Justice, Technical Assistance, Social Services and Economic Development. Our business interests include Forestry, Energy, Transportation, and Hospitality and Tourism.
The Cree and the Dene share in the use of the land and the resources of the land.
We are happy to share our beautiful territory and culture with tourists.
Let’s catch a fish together, spot wildlife, see the Northern lights and share some bannock and teachings around the fire.
Come and visit us!
Nine Nations, One Remarkable Region
Meadow Lake Tribal Country is home to the nine member Nations of Meadow Lake Tribal Council. Together, these communities span a vast portion of northwest Saskatchewan and represent both Cree and Dene cultures, languages, and histories.
Each Nation has its own identity, leadership, stories, and experiences to share. Visitors are encouraged to travel respectfully, learn locally, and discover the diversity that makes this region so special.
Lakes, Forests, Rivers & Open Sky
Visitors can experience northern lakes, fishing destinations, dense boreal forest, wildlife habitat, traditional harvesting lands, and wide-open prairie transitions to the south.
Whether you are here to paddle, fish, hike, hunt, photograph wildlife, or simply breathe deeper for a few days, Meadow Lake Tribal Country offers space to reconnect with nature.
Come Experience the Region
Whether you stay for an afternoon or explore for a week, Meadow Lake Tribal Country invites you to travel deeper into northwest Saskatchewan and discover communities, landscapes, and experiences found nowhere else.
Come respectfully in the spirit of sharing. Come curious.
Leave with stories worth keeping.