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Welcome to the Hamlet of Fort Liard, NT
Local Businesses/ Organizations
Government of Canada
Fort Liard is one of many thousands of communities in the country of Canada. Visit the Government of Canada online for information about the Canadian government.
Government of the Northwest Territories
Fort Liard is located in the Deh Cho Region of the Northwest Territories. Visit the GNWT online for information about the territorial government.
Hamlet of Fort Liard
Welcome to the Hamlet of Fort Liard website. The Hamlet of Fort Liard is responsible for recreation facilities and programming, roads and drainage, water and waste water services. The Hamlet of Fort Liard has a community office, community hall, seasonal skating rink and curling court, seasonal indoor swimming pool, fire hall and municipal garage. Please stay a while, look around, and learn more about our community!
Acho Dene Koe First Nation
The Acho Dene Koe First Nation (ADKFN), with around 600 members, offers various community services. They support programs such as housing, home care, and economic development initiatives. For more detailed information or inquiries about these services, you can reach the Band Manager at (867) 770-4571.
Other ADKFN Contacts:
Administration: (867) 770-4571
Chief: (867) 770-4571
Fax: (867) 770-4144
Services
Aurora College, Fort Liard Community Learning Centre
Located within Echo Dene School, the Aurora College Fort Liard Community Learning Centre offers adult upgrading and other courses that lead to various certificate or diploma programs.
Tel: (867) 770-3064
Echo Dene School
Echo Dene School offers Junior Kindergarten to grade 12 education.
Tel: (867) 770-4486
Fort Liard Volunteer Fire Department
Fort Liard has a volunteer fire department. The fire hall is located next to the Hamlet Office and welcomes visitors for tours of the hall and fire truck.
Call 911 or 867-770-2222 for fire emergencies only or please contact the Fire Chief at (867) 770-4104
Check out the Emergency Services section of this website to see the local Fire Department.
Health Centre (Deh Cho Health & Social Services)
The Fort Liard Health Centre is staffed by three nurses, 1-2 social workers, and a supporting staff. The Health Centre provides a wide variety of health services. More urgent cases may be sent to larger centers by road or air to Fort Nelson, BC, Yellowknife, NT, or Edmonton, AB.
Tel: (867) 770-4301 for appointments or information.
Environment and Climate Change (ECC)
Get your fishing or hunting licenses here, or drop in and visit the wildlife officer for some information on the plants and animals in the Fort Liard area. Learn a little about forestry or the fur trapping industry.
Call (867) 770-4300 for the Fort Liard office or visit ECC online for more information about the department.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP)
Fort Liard has a four member RCMP detachment that provides police services to Fort Liard as well as Nahanni Butte. The detachment can be reached through the RCMP's Yellowknife dispatch at 911 or (867) 770-1111.
Hay Lake Campground
Hay Lake Campground, just 1 kilometer from Fort Liard, offers 12 free campsites with amenities like firewood, fireplaces, fresh water, and a cooking shelter. It’s situated on the peaceful shore of Hay Lake, with a hiking trail around the lake that features forest scenery and a beaver dam. The views from the hilltop or the end of the lake are outstanding.
Note: The campground is currently closed and under reconstruction.
Businesses
Acho Dene Native Crafts
When visiting Fort Liard, stop by Acho Dene Native Crafts on Liard Valley Main Street. This spot is both a Visitor Information Centre and a showcase for local handmade items, such as birch baskets with porcupine quill work, moose hair tufting, beadwork, and jewelry. The friendly staff can provide information on local activities and are happy to share insights into the craftsmanship behind their products.
Tel: (867) 770-4161
Beaver Enterprises
Beaver Enterprises, owned by ADK Corporate Group, provides a wide range of services and specialises in serving the oil and gas industry. Beaver provides camps and catering services, oil field construction, line cutting and slashing services, and equipment rentals.
Tel: (867) 770-4571
Fort Liard Fuel Center
Located near Acho Dene Native Crafts, stop in the Fort Liard Fuel Centre for a quick snack while you fill your thirsty vehicle after a long day on the road. The Fuel Centre has unleaded gas, diesel, propane, and other supplies for your vehicle or small engine. Interac and most major credit cards accepted. Cash machine available.
Tel: (867) 770-3216
Refueled Restaurant
Located in the same building at the Fuel Center. Hours of operation is 5pm-8pm.
Tel: (867) 770-4204
Hope's Venture
Hope's Ventures has built an excellent reputation with its hotshot courier services. Passenger service available.
Tel: (867) 770-3340
Bernie's Building Maintenance Ltd
Certified heating and building maintenance.
Tel: (250) 775-0674
Liard Valley General Store & Motel
At the end of Liard Valley Main Street, The Liard Valley General Store and Motel, open seven days a week, offers one-stop shopping for your vacation needs: groceries, dairy, fresh produce, hardware, stationary, film, souvenirs, T-shirts, pins and mugs, native crafts, and soft ice cream. You can purchase NWT fishing licenses here.
The Motel, with 8 kitchenette suites and 4 regular rooms, offers air conditioning, satellite TV, private bathrooms and complimentary coffee.
Contact the Motel for rates and reservations at (867) 770-4441. Interac and VISA accepted.
Northern
The Northern store, is part of the NorthWest Company chain of department/grocery stores. Located on Liard Valley Main Street, near the canter of town, the Northern contains an ATM machine, the post office, and more.
Tel: (867) 770-4411