Tulita, Northwest Territories
Tulita, Northwest Territories meaning "where the rivers meet", formerly known as Fort Norman, is a hamlet of c 450 people. Located at the junction of the Bear (river) and the Mackenzie (river); the former originates at Great Bear Lake. Forested and well below the tree line. Permafrost. Surrounded by mountains. The latter reknowned for Dall's sheep and Mountain Goat in the Mackenzie mountains.
The population is predominantly Dene, speaking English and Slavey. It is in the Sahtu region.
It may be reached via air all year round;Norman Wells (region) is the regional centre and the site of origin of the majority of flights in. The winter road , linking it to Wrigley and thence the Mackenzie Highway is seasonal and short. The other access is when the river flows; via barge from Hay River on the south of Great Slave Lake - or via canoe.
Amenities consist of a hotel, RCMP detachment, and a Nursing Station.
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