WHO WE ARE

About Our Organization

ATC is an organization that provides essential services to 5 First Nations within the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB). You can learn more about the communities we serve by visiting the Our Communities area of this site.

We are made up of a Board of Directors, a CEO who oversees 6 active departments and 50+ employees in 3 locations.

Our main office is in Fort McMurray, with local Child & Family Services offices in Edmonton and Fort Chipewyan.


Serving our communities

Mission

Athabasca Tribal Council serves our Nations by providing relevant and innovative programs and services that enrich the well-being, health, and prosperity of our people. We are committed to ensuring the protection of our Inherent rights, our Treaty Rights, and our Traditional Territories. While respecting the autonomy of each Nation, our strength is our unity. 

Vision

Athabasca Tribal Council, in collaboration with our Nations, honours our Treaty and supports a thriving, healthy, and self-reliant future for Cree and Dene people.

Values

Collaboration, Respect, Integrity, Service, Unity, Innovation, Excellence

Our Organization

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    BOARD OF DIRECTORS

    The board of directors consists of the Chiefs from each of the five First Nations.

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    CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

    Karla Buffalo

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    NEWS RELEASES

    The most recent news and announcements from ATC.

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    CAREERS WITH ATC

    ATC is looking for qualified individuals to join our team as we provide essential services to the 5 First Nations that we serve.

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    OUR COMMUNITIES

    Servicing to 5 First Nation communities within the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB)

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    OPERATIONS

    The Operations team provides service to all departments.

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    FINANCE

    Working with the CEO and Directors within the organization providing financial support services.

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    Reports

    See Reports From ATC

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    FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

    Have questions about ATC? We have compiled a list of our most often asked questions and their answers.