Apply for school supply bursaries by October 15
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/
VIDEO: KDFN Citizen Anne Spice on traditional tattooing
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…
National Addictions Awareness Week
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.
Zumba Fridays!
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!
Honouring Identity, Celebrating Self 2024
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…
PHOTOS: Honouring Our Survivors
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…
Geotechnical work to be done near Long Lake Road & Squatter’s Lane
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.…
Communications outage planned for September 25
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.
KDFN Citizens needed for field survey work
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…
KDFN Housing Forum is now underway
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…