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 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 Gt.Slave - or via canoe.
Amenities consist of a hotel, RCMP detachment, and a Nursing Station.