Ethel Blondin-Andrew  Sahtu Secretariat Incorporated Chairperson

Grand Chief Frank Andrew-Sahtu Dene Council

Frank Andrew was elected as Chief of Tulita Dene Band Council in 1998 and was appointed as the Grand Chief of the Sahtu Dene Council within the same year. Frank maintains both positions to this day. 

Frank Andrew is also the President of the Tulita Development Corporation and a Board of Director for the Tulita Land Corporation. He was also the former President of the Tulita Hunters and Trappers Association.

In addition to his political responsibilities, Grand Chief Frank Andrew was instrumental in finalizing the Sahtu Dene Council Pipeline Trust, an agreement guaranteeing a share of the profits of the proposed $16 billion Mackenzie Gas Project for the Sahtu people. 

A former big game guide with a strong passion for the well-being of his people, Grand Chief Frank Andrew has served his community and the surrounding Sahtu region most of his working life. Grand Chief Frank Andrew continues to balance his busy political schedule and leadership responsibilities with the traditional lifestyle of a Sahtu Dene. Frank speaks fluent north slavey and is a strong advocate for the preservation of the language and culture of his people.