Hey KDFN Youth! If you are between grades 8 and 12, you may be an ideal candidate for this year’s Honouring Identity, Celebrating Self program. Workshops in both Whitehorse (November 14 – 20) and Alaska (November 24 – December 1) help you and a parent/guardian learn about your lineage and family history. Contact Krista Dempster…
The KDFN Community gathered at Nàkwät’à Kų̀ Potlatch House to honour survivors of Canada’s Residential Schools. We prayed for healing, and walked with intention through McIntyre. While we continue to suffer from the harm of residential schools, by working together and practicing our culture, we are finding the strength to build a better future. Shä̀w…
Long Lake Road area residents should be aware of work being done in the area on September 28, 29, October 4, 5, 9, 10. Workers will be using handheld equipment to study underground conditions. Squatters Road area residents should be aware of similar work being done in the area on September 30 and October 1.…
Northwestel is planning to do infrastructure work on September 25. This work will cause a disruption in telecommunications services between 12 a.m. and 6 a.m. in the Whitehorse area. This will also impact your ability to call 911.
Heritage, Lands, and Resources is looking for Citizens interested in temporary/causal work with an external heritage consulting company on field surveys and archaeological impact assessments. Work will take place from the end of September into October. Shifts will be long, with flexible weekly schedules. Workers need to be prepared to spend their days outdoors in…
Hey KDFN! Head down to the Housing Forum at Nàkwät’à Kų̀ for your chance to win some fantastic raffle prizes, to find out about making your home cozier and more efficient, and to share your ideas about the community’s housing needs. Dinner will be catered by Bannock Slap at 5:30 p.m. and presentations will take…
Hey KDFN! The Council of Yukon First Nations is accepting applications from Yukon First Nations citizens to fill vacancies on numerous boards and committees. The deadline for applications is Friday, September 27, 2024. Visit CYFN’s website to learn more about each board and committee and to download an application form: https://cyfn.ca/boards-committees-call-for-yukon-first-nations-applicants-deadline-27-sept-2024/
Attention KDFN! Sky High Wilderness Ranch is in need of qualified community members to sit on its board of directors. Directors should have experience in wilderness tourism, arts or cultural tourism; previous experience on a board and/or experience in business management. Directors will participate in monthly meetings where they will work on strategic planning, oversight…
Hey KDFN, Youth Recreation has a whole lot of fun planned for October this year! Have a look at the October rec calendar for more details. Download the PDF here
There is a housing forum coming up on September 23 and 24 at the Nàkwät’à Kų̀ Potlatch House! The trade show starts at 3 p.m., so swing by for a chance to speak with the presenters. Then, enjoy a FREE dinner catered by Bannock Slap. Presentations will start at 5 p.m. and will go until…