Youth Recreation Important Update! Check out the updated October calendar. Please read through carefully as some of our program offerings have changed. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to reach out at 867-332-1744. You can find a larger PDF version here.
Hey KDFN! What are your ideas around KDFN contracting work and buying goods and services? Join us Wednesday, October 16 and Thursday, October 17, 4 to 8 p.m. at Nàkwät’à Kų̀ – Potlatch House to talk about procurement. Each session will have a slightly different focus. Attend one or both! Wednesday, October 16 – this…
Hey KDFN! Pathways is launching a bootcamp for experienced beaders who want to advance their craft and turn their hobby into a business. The Beading Bootcamp will run between October 15 – November 8 and include lessons on tufting, quill work and business skills. A training allowance will be available and lunch will be provided.…
Heads up KDFN! The last day to apply for school supply bursaries is October 15. For more info, go to www.kwanlindun.com/education/kindergarten-to-grade-12-students/
Dzenu shäwthan KDFN! This past summer, KDFN Citizen Anne Spice spent some time doing hand poked tattoos at Natsékhi Kų̀ Health Centre. Check out this video of Anne talking about traditional tattooing. You can read more about Anne and traditional tattooing in the summer edition of the Kwanlin Dän Ch’a newsletter. Check it out at…
Save the Date for a full week of activities at Nàkwät’à Kų̀ Potlatch House including speakers, dancing, handgames and youth programs during National Addictions Week (November 24-30). Contact Jackie Callahan for more information at jackie.callahan@kdfn.net or 867-332-5040.
Dzenu shäwthan KDFN! Join Youth Rec for Zumba Fridays! When: Fridays in October, 3 – 5 p.m. Where: 19 McIntyre Drive What: A Zumba class with instruction from 3:45 – 4:45 p.m., snacks included! Who: Ages 8+, community members welcome!
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.…