The North West Company Fort Liard

The North West Company Inc. is proud of the active role we play within the communities we serve, striving to make a positive, progressive difference. Our contributions within the community of Fort Liard, NT, are a testament to our commitment. Modern settlement in Fort Liard began in 1807 when the North West Company established a fur-trading post named the Riviere aux Liards. With a population of 500 residents (according to Statistics Canada’s 2016 Census), the community has been historically governed by a mix of Dene, Métis, and non-Indigenous people. The community is located 37 km north of the British Columbia border and is accessible year-round through the Alaska Highway, AKA Highway 7 in NWT, and Highway 77 in BC. Fort Liard is also 290 km southwest of Fort Simpson and 220 km northeast of Fort Nelson. It is also accessible by air through Fort Liard Airport.