Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in Government

Orange Shirt Walk with Tr'inke Zho
2024-09-26 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Whitehorse) | Tr’inke Zho, Second Avenue, Dawson City, Yukon, Y0B1G0, Canada
Citizens, Elders and Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in staff are invited to Join the Tr’inke Zho/ AHS team and children on an Orange Shirt Walk.
Thursday, September 26. Meeting at Tr’inke Zho at 2:00pm for a walk along the river.

Elders Birthday Bingo
2024-09-26 13:00 - 16:00 | Äłät Nëhëjël, 1242 Front Street, Dawson City, YT, Y0B1G0, Canada
It could be your lucky day! Join us for Elders Birthday Bingo on Thursday, September 26 from 1:00pm to 4:00pm at Äłät Nëhëjël.
Snacks and Refreshments will be provided.
Note: We will take a brief pause around 2pm to support the Tr’inke Zho children as they head to the gazebo for the Orange Shirt Walk. We hope you can join us. 😊

Make Orange Shirt Pins and Paint Rocks
2024-09-25 17:30 - 19:30 | K’äjit-in Zho, Second Avenue, Dawson City, Yukon, Y0B1G0, Canada
Drin hǫzǫ TH Families,

Please join Ni’ehłyat Nidähjì and K’äjìt-in Zho in making beaded orange shirt pins and rock painting for Truth & Reconciliation Day
on Wednesday September 25th & Thursday September 26th from 5:30pm-7:30pm at K’ajit-in Zho – Youth House

Supplies & food provided

Citizen Workshop for the Draft TH Rental Housing Policy
2024-09-24 09:00 - 16:30 | Äłät Nëhëjël, 1242 Front Street, Dawson City, YT, Y0B1G0, Canada
Citizens are invited to join us for a Citizen workshop on the new draft policy for the TH Housing Rental Policy.
This will take place on Tuesday, September 24 from 9am to 4:30pm in Äłät Nëhëjël. Lunch and Snacks will be provided.
Proposed Agenda for the day will look like this:
9:00am – Opening Prayer and Welcome
9:30am – Discussion of how general laws are applicable to TH, from federal to city bylaws.
10:30am – Introduction of the draft policy and reviewing section by section with feedback and recommendations from Citizens.
12:00pm – Lunch Break
1:00pm – Ongoing discussion of the draft policy
3:30pm – Discussion on what is affordable housing and how to ensure it is available to Citizens today.
4:30pm – Closing Remarks
For those who cannot attend in person, you can also participate throughout the day via Zoom and contribute your thoughts.
Zoom Link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84292633280?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID 842 9263 3280
View the draft policy here.
For more information prior to the event contact: Peter.Marangu@trondek.ca or Robert.Close@trondek.ca

Drop-in Beading at Yukon University, Dawson Campus
2024-09-24 - 2024-09-27 | Yukon University (Dawson Campus), 982 Third Ave, Dawson City, YT, Y0B1G0, Canada
Join us for free drop-in beading with Echo Hearty at Yukon University, Dawson Campus.

We will be hosting lunchtime sessions, 12 – 1pm Tuesday, September 24 to Friday, September 27 in support of National Truth and Reconciliation Day. Everyone is welcome to join! Contact kate.english@trondek.ca for more details.

Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in Fall Harvest Camp
2024-09-20 - 2024-09-23
Join us at Camp! Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Fall Harvest Camp will be taking place this weekend Friday, September 20 to Monday, September 23 at Cache Creek (km 131) on the Dempster Highway. Open to Elders, Citizens, Dawson Youth and families, it is great way for people to learn about the heritage and traditions of the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in, as well as the importance of the fish, small game, caribou, sheep and moose as food and the environmental pressures on this important part of the culture. It is an opportunity for Citizens and community members to work, learn, hunting, safety, and survival skills with each other respectfully.
Deadline to register is Thursday, September 19. Download the application form here and return to Ashley Bower-Bramadat @ RSS or TH Heritage Department.
Note: All youth attending Fall Harvest Camp must also attend the Orientation meeting and gear check on Wednesday, September 18 is at the TH Community Hall starting at 5:30 pm.
For questions and more information please contact Sharon Vittrekwa, Cultural Education Coordinator at
sharon.vittrekwa@trondek.ca 993-7100 ext. 185

Youth Mural Painting
2024-09-18 - 2024-09-20 | K’äjit-in Zho, Second Avenue, Dawson City, Yukon, Y0B1G0, Canada
🎨 Come paint a mural with us! We are looking for Youth aged 12 – 30 to join us in painting a mural in honour of Truth and Reconciliation Day. Open to all Youth based in Dawson, this is a paid opportunity, the honorarium amount will depend on number of applicants. Painting will take place over the course of 3 days at:

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K’äjit-in Zho

Wednesday, September 18 – Friday, September 20 ( 3 days)

3:00pm – 6:00pm

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🖌️Budding artists must pre-register to sign up as spaces are limited. To sign up please contact Lisa Anderson (lisa.anderson@trondek.ca)

(867 992 4201) or come visit us at the K’äjit-In Zho.

*If there are more than 6 interested artists names will be randomly selected.

Knowledge Keepers
2024-09-16 14:00 - 16:00 | Dänojà Zho Cultural Centre, 1131 Front St, Dawson City, YT, Y0B 1G0, Canada
Join us for the next session of Knowledge Keepers on Monday, September 16 from 2pm to 4pm at the Dänojà’ Zho Cultural Centre.
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This is an open discussion group where you can share stories and add your input on Indigenous issues. This time we will be talking about best practices for Citizen engagement and we welcome new ideas on how we can do this.
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Snacks and Tea will be provided. We look forward to seeing you there! K’änächa.

Solidarity for Kaska - Yukon Conservation Society Event
2024-09-12 17:00 - 18:00 | Dänojà Zho Cultural Centre, 1131 Front St, Dawson City, YT, Y0B 1G0, Canada
💚Our friends at the Yukon Conservation Society will be hosting a special solidarity event at the Dänojà Zho Cultural Centre on Thursday, September 12 in support of the Kaska Nation. We invite TH Citizens and the Dawson community to join us from 5pm to 6pm to watch a film, learn about the issues, and discuss what we can do to support.
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📜On September 12 & 13, members of the Kaska Nation will be in court appealing the decision that allowed the construction of Kudz Ze Kayah mine by BMC Minerals to proceed. This legal struggle addresses Aboriginal rights and title and affects the ability of the Kaska to exercise their inherent right to free, prior and informed
consent (UNDRIP). In light of the Victoria Gold/Eagle Gold Mining disaster in Na-Cho Nyäk Dun territory, Chief Dawna Hope called for a suspension of mining activity in NND territory. With new mining legislation on the horizon and the growing realities of rampant climate and biodiversity crises crystalizing, many of us are struggling with what to do.
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💚Join us in upholding the Kaska’s and the Na-Cho Nyäk Dun’s land protection efforts. Learn about Aboriginal title, the history and on-going realities of resource extraction in the territory, and how this affects all of us, caribou people and non caribou alike.
Mähsį cho.

Fall Hide Camp
2024-09-05 - 2024-09-10 | Nänkäk Chèholay, R22, Dempster Highway, Yukon, Y0B1G0, Canada
Join us for Fall Hide Camp September 5 – 10, 2024 at Nänkäk Chèholay (R22)
Facilitated by Brian and Paulette Bird from Moosehide Factory Inc.
Day 1
– Set-up, fleshing moosehide
Day 2
-Framing and loosing fibres on soaked, brained rawhide
Day 3
-Stretching, scraping, softing, drying
Day 4
– Finish, dry scraping, hair side, flesh side
Day 5
– Patching, skirting, sewing, softening moosehide, tool making

If you are bringing your own hides, please make sure, you bring brains to make solution, canvas for skirting.
Cabins will be available for people staying the 5 days to learning hide tanning, including staff, facilitators, and cooks.
Please register with Sharon Vittrekwa, Cultural Education Coordinator @ Heritage 867 993 7100 Ext 185. sharon.vittrekwa@trondek.ca

Meet and Greet with our new Adult Success Learning Coordinator
2024-09-04 14:00 - 16:00 | Yukon University (Dawson Campus), 982 Third Ave, Dawson City, YT, Y0B1G0, Canada
Please welcome Katie English as our new Adult Learning Success Coordinator! This is a newly supported role through Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Adult Education and she will be based out of Yukon’s University Tr’odëk Hätr’unohtän Zho (Dawson Campus).
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To learn more about support offerings, and adult education opportunities Katie will be hosting a Meet and Greet session on Wednesday, September 4 from 2:00pm – 4:00pm. Everyone is welcome to stop by for a chat at the new office location.
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For more information please contact kate.english@trondek.ca

Artist in Residence Event
2024-08-30 16:00 - 19:00 | Dänojà Zho Cultural Centre, 1131 Front St, Dawson City, YT, Y0B 1G0, Canada
Join us at the Dänojà Zho Cultural Centre for a Gallery event featuring work by this month’s DZCC Artist in Residence, Shara Layne Kearney, a local resident and Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in employee. This free event will be held inside the DZCC Theatre from 4pm to 7pm on Friday, Aug 30.

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Kearney is Mi’k maq artist who was born and raised in the Yukon. She uses her art to reconnect with the land and her heritage and sees art making as a way to balance between living in both an indigenous and western world. She’s passionate about helping in the resurgence of traditional practices and teachings through many art forms.

Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in Education Letter of Agreement Signing Ceremony
2024-08-30 15:30 - 17:30 | Robert Service School, 967 Fifth Avenue, Dawson City, YT, Y0B1G0, Canada
On Friday, August 30, Minister McLean and Hähkè Darren Taylor will sign a Letter of Agreement on Education in Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Traditional Territory.

This Letter of Agreement seeks to improve education outcomes for all students and to ensure education programs in the TH Traditional Territory fully integrate Dënezhu and TH culture, history and language.

We invite all of the Dawson Community to join us from 3:30 – 5:30pm at Robert Service School for this exciting and momentous occasion. Rides for Elders available. Snacks and cupcakes will be provided. We hope to see you there!

Read what this means for the future of TH Education on Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Traditional Territory:
Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Education Letter of Agreement

New Elders' Complex Site Blessing
2024-08-29 15:00 - 15:30 | Third Avenue and York Street, Third Avenue and York Street, Dawson City, YT, Y0B1G0, Canada
Elders, Citizens, and community members are invited to join us on Thursday, August 29 at 3:00pm for a blessing ceremony for the new Elders’ Complex Site. The proposed site location will be on the corner of Third Avenue and York St. Light refreshments will be provided.

This complex has long been requested by Citizens, and will provide a mix of supported and independent living, including community space for gathering with family, youth, and children.
The facility will include a shared programming space and kitchen, as well as barrier-free and accessible individual living units. We have selected a site close to the Chief John Jonas Centre and other TH housing to contribute to a feeling of community and connectedness among residents.
The exterior and interior of the project will be designed with Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in history and cultural values in mind, and with the input of TH Elders.

This housing project will be funded by the National Indigenous Collaborative Housing Inc. We hope you can join us in this blessing and commemorate the journey ahead.

Information Session with the Canadian Red Cross
2024-08-27 16:00 - 17:00 | Äłät Nëhëjël, 1242 Front Street, Dawson City, YT, Y0B1G0, Canada
Last year, the Canadian Red Cross entered into a new partnership agreement with the Yukon Government to provide the delivery of Emergency Support Services (ESS), non-medical survival support to people affected by an emergency, to residents of the Yukon Territory.
Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in and the Canadian Red Cross will be hosting an information session at the TH hall on Tuesday, August 27, 2024, from 4-5 pm. Our guest speaker is Brandon Tsätsʼät, from Trʼondëk Hwëchʼin First Nation and is part of the Wolf Clan. Brandon works for the Canadian Red Cross as a Project Officer of Indigenous Programs for BC and Yukon.
We are extending an invitation to you and all those interested in our community to join us, virtually to discuss how citizens can access these supports and others offered by the Canadian Red Cross, as well as answer any questions or concerns.
For more information about the programs provided – take a look at the link below from the Canadian Red Cross Indigenous Leadership Helpdesk. A National Support Program for Indigenous Communities that provides support with Emergency Planning and Preparedness, Health Guidance, and Community Wellbeing.
https://www.trondek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Indigenous-Programs-and-Supports.pdf

Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in Fall General Assembly
2024-08-24 - 2024-08-25 | Äłät Nëhëjël, 1242 Front Street, Dawson City, YT, Y0B1G0, Canada
Drin Hǫzǫ Citizens.
The date for the upcoming Fall General Assembly has been set for Saturday, August 24 and Sunday, August 25.
Packages and agendas will be sent by mail in the upcoming weeks.
For those who cannot attend in-person, you register via Zoom via this link.
https://zoom.us/j/93588527948?pwd=[REDACTED]

Breakfast will be served at 8:00 a.m. and a feast will follow Assembly proceedings at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday.
For childcare and local rides, contact events@trondek.ca or (867) 993 -3175.

Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in Trust Portfolio Meetings and Information Sessions
2024-08-23 12:00 - 2024-08-24 14:00, 2024-08-22 18:00 - 20:00 | Äłät Nëhëjël, 1242 Front Street, Dawson City, YT, Y0B1G0, Canada
Citizens’ Dinner
Thursday, August 22, 2024 • 6:00 p.m.
Äłät Nëhëjël (TH Hall)
TH Trust Portfolio Update
Citizens’ Luncheon
Friday, August 23, 2024 • 12:00 p.m.
Downtown Hotel Conference Room
TH Trust Portfolio Update
Elders Rides are available by calling
867-334-5061
Please contact maureen.birckel@thtrust.com
for any trust enquiries

Citizen Housing Consultation
2024-08-21 17:00 - 21:00 | Äłät Nëhëjël, 1242 Front Street, Dawson City, YT, Y0B1G0, Canada
All Citizens are invited to attend a consultation meeting addressing a new draft Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Rental Housing Policy on Wednesday, August 21 at Äłät Nëhëjël (TH Hall).
Items on the agenda include:
A discussion on the draft rental policy and steps to approval.
Inclusion of Tr’ëhudè values.
Cost of housing program and revenues.
Future rental rate changes.
Doors open at 5pm and dinner will commence the evening at 5:30pm. View the full agenda here.
For those who cannot attend in-person but would like to participate, you can do so via Zoom. Please use the following link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81392521188
Meeting ID: 813 9252 1188
The draft policy is also available to access here:
https://www.trondek.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/TH-Rental-Housing-Policy-July-2024-DRAFT-1.pdf

Hän at the Spa
2024-08-14 10:00 - 12:00 | Yukon Spa, 1057 Third Avenue, Dawson City, Yukon, Y0B1G0, Canada
Hän at the Spa
Date: Wednesday, August 14
Time: 10am-12pm
Location: Yukon Spa
Information: Sign up for a morning of self-care while practicing Hän. Enjoy tea and a foot soak with Fran Morberg-Green from Rooted in the Land. Hand and foot massages by a registered RMT. Light snacks provided! Lessons in Hän focused in self-care, traditional medicine and nature. Bring swim wear and comfortable clothes. Go to Yukon Spa | Dawson city | 366 King Street, Dawson City, YT, Canada for more information regarding facilities. Must be 18+ to attend. Space limited. Contact lydia.soulliere@trondek.ca for more information and to register.

Yukon Healing Journey
2024-08-12 08:30 - 11:00 | Äłät Nëhëjël, 1242 Front Street, Dawson City, YT, Y0B1G0, Canada
The Yukon Healing Journey team is walking across the Yukon, and we would love for you to grab your walking boots and take part! Open to everyone – Join us on Monday, August 12 from 8:30am at Äłät Nëhëjël (TH Hall) for a FREE breakfast and the walk will begin shortly after 10am.
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Led by Terrence Buyck, Dawson community members are invited to show their support and walk with us from Front Street Gazebo opposite TH Hall to the Tr’ondëk C4 Subdivision or beyond. (It’s up to you!)
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One Step: One Day: Yukon Healing Journey is a movement that honours those whose lives have been lost to suicide, addictions and mental health challenges. We are walking throughout the Yukon from July 18th to August 16th and would like to thank all the amazing community support we’ve received and fellow walkers along the way. To learn about our journey so far – visit our FB page. https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561313377726

Land Research Confluence
2024-08-08 - 2024-08-09
Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Citizens! Come together for the Land Research Confluence on Thursday, August 8 & Friday, August 9 in Waterfront Park at Church & Front St.
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This event was motivated by the need for researchers to do better in being present in and connecting with community by learning, listening and respecting community values and priorities in their research. This is an opportunity for researchers and community to meet, discuss research projects and share ideas about research and monitoring on the Land in Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Traditional Territory.
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There will be themed discussions and activities, meals, drinks, door prizes – including a chainsaw – and more! With love for the Land and Water. Mähsį cho. See you there!

Whitehorse Merchandise Bingo
2024-08-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Whitehorse Office, 101-1191 Front Street, Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A0K5, Canada
Merchandise Bingo – play for prizes!
Monday, August 5 5-7 pm at the office (101-1191 Front Street)
Call ahead for transportation
Email whitehorse.support@trondek.ca
Call the Office at 867-456-2180
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We hope you can join us! Mähsį cho.

Children's Bike Repair Workshop
2024-08-05 09:00 - 17:00 | TBA
The TH Education by Department is hosting a basic bike maintenance course for kids ages 6-10 years old. This free workshop will cover important bicycle fixes, including chain care, seat adjustments, and tire inflation. Be sure to register your child in advance as space is limited; email Jemmy.Laurin@trondek.ca to sign up. Workshop takes place on August 5. Times and location TBA.

Traditional Food Cookout
2024-08-02 16:00 - 19:00
Time to connect! We have a couple of events coming up for Whitehorse-based Citizens, organized by Elders Support Worker Chelsea Elias.
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Traditional Food Cookout
Friday, August 2 at 4 pm – 7 pm at 6 NorthStar Drive (Enna Vittrekwa)
Fish, muktuk, soup, doughnuts and more!
Taxi vouchers available or book with ESW for pickup
Phone: 867-620-0517
Email: whitehorse.support@trondek.ca

Merchandise Bingo – play for prizes!
Monday, August 5 5-7 pm at the office (101-1191 Front Street)
Call ahead for transportation
Email whitehorse.support@trondek.ca
Call the Office at 867-456-2180
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We hope you can join us! Mähsį cho.

Elders Campfire Chat
2024-08-01 12:00 - 15:00 | Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Farm, KM 699 North Klondike Highway, Dawson City, Yukon, Y0B1G0, Canada
The Adult Learning Education team is hosting a casual campfire chat for Elders to share training opportunities they might be interested in. Come down to meet the team at Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Farm on August 1, 2024 from 12pm to 3pm for some smokies and discussion.
Need a ride? A van will be leaving the Chief John Jonas Centre at 11:45am to take you to the farm.
For more information please contact Asia Procee, Education Administrative Coordinator at 867-993-3368 or email asia.procee@trondek.ca

Moosehide Gathering: Heritage Celebration Tent
2024-07-26 - 2024-07-27 | Moosehide, Moosehide, YT, Y0B1G0, Canada
Hey – heads up. The Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Heritage Department will be at Moosehide Gathering with their very own Celebration Tent on Friday, July 26 and Saturday, July 27 from 10am – 5pm.
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Start your day with Hän Yoga at 10am and catch up with the latest heritage information, tours, and discussions happening throughout the day. You can check out the full schedule here:

Heritage Tent Poster- schedule MHG (1)

See you soon. Mähsį cho!

Moosehide Gathering: Youth Tent
2024-07-25 - 2024-07-28 | Moosehide, Moosehide, YT, Y0B1G0, Canada
Drin hǫzǫ! Starting Thursday, please Join Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Ni’ehłyat Nidähjì’ – Our Families, Our Future Yukon First Nation Education Directorate Council of Yukon First Nations, and Bibia Nàtsät (Strong Babies) at Moosehide Gathering for activities in the Youth Tent. Supplies for activities will be provided. Your Contacts: mercedes.taylor@trondek.ca louise.drugan@trondek.ca Tel: 867-993-3438

Go to trondek.ca/moosehide-gathering to download the full brochure, filled with workshops and performance listings. See you there!

Moosehide Gathering 2024
2024-07-25 - 2024-07-28 | Moosehide, Moosehide, YT, Y0B1G0, Canada
Moosehide Gathering is happening July 25 – 28 2024!
Check out our special Moosehide Gathering Page for information, schedules, and what to expect at this one of a kind biannual celebration.

Taco Tuesdays in Whitehorse
2024-07-23 11:00 - 13:00 | Whitehorse Office, 101-1191 Front Street, Whitehorse, Yukon, Y1A0K5, Canada
Taco Tuesday & Door Prizes
Tuesday, July 23 at 11 am –1 pm
Join us for lunch at the Whitehorse Office for tacos and refreshments
Taxi vouchers available to office and rides from our Elders Support Worker back to home.
Phone: 867-993-4733
Email: whitehorse.support@trondek.ca
