NEWS RELEASE: Traditional laws are at the heart of a new joint plan for the future of Yukon Southern Lakes Salmon
This is a joint release from the Carcross/Tagish First Nation, the Ta’an Kwäch’än Council, and the Kwanlin Dün First Nation.
Pathways Movie Night
Hey KDFN! KDFN’s Pathways to Empowerment team is hosting a summer movie night, Thursday, August 3, 6:30 p.m. at Kenädän Kų̀ House of Learning. This event is for Pathways Participants age 19 and up, or anyone else who wants to connect and learn about the program. Food and snacks will be provided. Doors open at…
Sharing Circles
Hey KDFN! Are you in recovery and need more support? Join us for recovery focused sharing circles with certified Canadian counsellor and Art Therapist Cheryl Maguire, a Citizen of Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in. Circles will take place every other Tuesday from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. in the Healing Room at the Nats’ekhi Kų̀ Health Centre. The…
PHOTOS: First Salmon Welcoming Ceremony at the Whitehorse Fish Ladder
Today, August 1, 2023, KDFN joined Carcross/Tagish First Nation and Ta’an Kwäch’än Council for the First Salmon Welcoming Ceremony at the Whitehorse Fish Ladder. Dozens gathered along the shores of Chu Níikwän, also known as the Yukon River, to welcome this year’s first salmon. Shä̀w níthän, másin cho, gunałchÎsh, and thank you to everyone who…
The deadline to apply for post-secondary school funding is Friday, August 4
Hey KDFN students! The deadline to apply for post-secondary school funding is Friday, August 4. For more info, head over to kwanlindun.com/education/post-secondary-students/
KDFN’s school supply bursary has increased from $200 to $500
Hey KDFN! The amount of money you could get through KDFN’s school supply bursary has increased from $200 to $500. To be eligible, students must be a KDFN Citizen enrolled in kindergarten to grade 12. Applications for the bursary are open from August 1 to October 15, 2023. Find the application form at www.kwanlindun.com/education/kindergarten-to-grade-12-students Application…
Ashea / Dusk’a Head Start Family Learning Centre Reunion
EDIT: Please Note! The date has changed from Friday, September 1, to Friday, August 25. Hey KDFN! Join us for an Ashea / Dusk’a Head Start Family Learning Centre Reunion! All former and current students are welcome. Friday, August 25, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the McIntyre Community Ball Field. Come out and celebrate…
Funding for Work Gear
The ISET program is a federal fund that provides financial, educational and employment support to eligible KDFN Citizens who are unemployed or underemployed. You could be eligible if you’re: a KDFN Citizen; unemployed or underemployed; and Have not maxed out your ISET funding limits for this fiscal year. There is no age limit to access…
Drop-in Ball Hockey
Hey KDFN! Whitehorse Adult Hockey is hosting drop-in ball hockey on Tuesdays and Thursdays at the McIntyre Community Rink. Players must be age 16 and up. The rink will open at 7 p.m. with games starting around 7:30 p.m. and running until 10 p.m. See you there!
Community Fire
Don’t forget KDFN! This is today! Join us for a community fire on July 31, hosted by KDFN’s Pathways to Empowerment. This fire will take place at the Kenädän Kų̀ House of Learning fire pit from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. There will be food, prizes, and fun! See you there!