Yekooche

Preferred Name:
Yekooche
Alternative Name:
Also known as Portage Band; Variation Yucutce, Yacutcee; Amalgamation With Grand Rapids, Pinchie (Variation Pinchi, Binche, Pintce), Tache (Variation Tatchie, Thatce), Trembleur Lake To Form Stuart-Trembleur (1959-1988); Part Of Tl'Azt'En Nations (1988-1994);
Language:
Dakelh
BC Regional Office:
Omineca (Prince George)
Region:
Nechako
Reserve Land Area:3,225.50 ha
Chief:
Chief Mitchell Joseph
Council:
Councillor Chrystal Schielke , Councillor Partner Schielke , Councillor Andrea Tom
Governance Structure:
Custom Electoral System
Address: 1890 Third Avenue
Prince George
V2M 1G4
Community Description

The Yekooche First Nation is located in a rich area encompassing the Skeena and Fraser watersheds, about 85 km northwest of Fort St. James and comprises of 4 reserves. Yekooche is a member of the Carrier Group of First Nations.

Treaty or Tribal Association
Not currently affiliated with any Tribal Association or other groups