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CBC Community Report for October 17, 2023

10/17/2023

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Intro

We’ve had a beautiful fall – felt really mild and sunny. Extended our opportunity to get ready for winter.
Hockey started last week – great to see so many happy faces at the arena

About Town
Storytime at the Haines Junction Public Library

10am Fridays for stories and STEM activities!
SAVE THE DATE Thursday, Nov 16, 2023 will be the Library Christmas Craft Sale

St Elias Seniors Society

Seniors and Elders refreshments and games every Wednesday at 2:00 at the Drop-In (lower floor of Yukon Housing Apartment Building).
Weekly floor curling, carpet bowling and indoor walking group on Thursdays at 2:00 in the Convention Centre.
There is a new shuttle bus monthly program. Contact Patty Moore for the next opportunity to travel to Whitehorse.

BGC Yukon

BGC Yukon's Drop-in Afterschool is back in full swing !
Programming is for youth 12+
Welcoming onboard Danielle as our Program Manager to strengthen the team, we are ready to start hosting!
These programs are a collaboration between BGC Yukon, CAFN Youth Programs & St Elias Community School and they could not be possible without the precious help of community volunteers who make these experiences even richer for our young people, Thank You and Reach out if you want to join the fun!
Every day Young people have access to a safe space, adult support and delicious Snacks!
On Mondays from 3:30 to 5:30pm join Fun with Food, Learn new skills, share recipes and take food home !
Tuesdays 3:30 to 5:30pm it's Game Night ; Play, have fun, build skills and challenge your friends
Wednesdays 3:30 to 5:50 pm Rec Opportunities in the Gym and Outside Weather pending.
Thursdays 3:20 to 6pm is Girls Club for female and female identifying , providing a safe space to access opportunities and learn new things. Dinner Provided!
For info reach out to Danielle hjmanager@bgcyukon.com

Service Canada

Will be at the Convention Center from 9:30am to 3:30 pm (closed noon to 12:30pm)
They are able to help with EI, CPP, OAS, GIS, SIN and Passports.

Health and WellnessFlu and COVID Vaccinations

There’s always lots happening at the Health Centre. We have a full complement of staff at the health center now with 4 primary care nurses, two administrators and Dr Froud!
COVID-19 boosters and the flu shot will be available now! There was a special clinic yesterday for Seniors/Elders that included a roast turkey luncheon organized by CAFN and the St Elias Seniors.
General public clinics start October 25 and 26 from 2-6pm.Call 634-4444 if you want to book an appointment or just drop-in!
Remember get yer “Flu before Boo!”

Wildwood Spirit SAVE THE DATE: Medicine Making Workshop coming up on Nov 4

After a few weeks' break to recharge, I am getting ready to share more plant magic with you during this most magical time of year!
For now, mark your calendars for a cozy medicine making workshop at the Wildwood Medicinal Herb Farm on Nov 4. More details coming soon!

Champagne and Aishihik First Nations

A Basic Computer Skills Course for CAFN Citizens and Staff at the YukonU Campus in Dakwäkäda/Haines Junction, is going to be held October 23 - 27, 2023. Limited seats available. Registration is required. Please contact Tracy Kane at 634-5260 or tkane@cafn.ca or Lena Ross at 332-1786 or lross@cafn.ca

Community Wellness is hosting two SPOOKTACULAR nights of Halloween Festivities!
Come down to the Takhini Smokehouse at 6 pm on Thursday, October 26, for face painting, fireworks, hot dogs and hot chocolate!
All are welcome to join us on Monday, October 30 at Da kų Cultural Centre at 5pm, for dinner, face painting and other family activities!

Workplace Safety Courses for CAFN Citizens and Staff at the YukonU Campus, in Dakwäkäda/Haines Junction an November 14-17, 2023.
Seats are limited, contact Tracy at 634-5260 or Lena at 332-1786 to register.

A three day Grieving & Loss 3 day workshop will be hosted at Da Ku Cultural Centre, from 9 am to 5 pm, November 17 to 19 . Facilitated by Gisela Sartori, MA, Dip.C, R.CC, a leader with many years of experience in grief work and deep personal transformation.
Please register by October 27 by contacting Jocelyn Kinney at 634-5113.

CAFN’s Special GA has been rescheduled to Saturday, November 25. Please join us in Shadhäla at Champagne Hall at 10 am. This is a continuation of the summer GA to finalize outstanding resolutions.
For more information, please contact: Kathleen Jones (867) 634-4200 kjones@cafn.ca
Or Denise Beattie at (867) 334-3943 dbeattie@cafn.ca

Information on all CAFN events can be found at cafn.ca/events or call our offices at 634-4200 for Dakwäkäda/Haines Junction or 456-6888 for Kwanlin/Whitehorse.

Ndats'ädäye – Work with CAFN
Available Positions at CAFN:
- Community Care Worker Competition #23-24-29
- Administrative Assistant - Property Services Competition #23-24-02
- Child and Family Support Worker Competition #23-24-10
- Office Administrator – Heritage, Lands and Resources Competition #23-24-14
- Housing Maintenance Coordinator Competition #23-24-15
- Early Childhood Educator Competition #23-24-16
- Early Childhood Educator Competition #23-24-17
- And two St. Elias School Cooks Competition #23-24-28

Please visit cafn.ca/jobs for job descriptions and information on how to apply.

Art and Culture
Art Journaling Group
Art Journaling Group happens every Wednesday evening in Room 9 of the St. Elias School. Art journaling can be whatever you want it to be – draw, cut and paste, write, paint inside a book of any size. Please bring your own creative supplies that you like to use. This can be scraps of paper, magazines, glue, paint, pen, markers, stamps, ink etc. and a book or journal to create in. This group is open to adults (18 years old and up), and is a drop-in style group whenever you can make it.

Dakwäkäda Mountain Festival!November 4 - 8:30am to 9:30 PM
This free mountain festival celebrates our land, through First Nations culture, learning, science, research, and mountain culture in all its forms - outdoor recreation, workshops, talks, arts, live music, films, dance, story-telling and shared meals. Come share in the celebration of our wonderful land.

Some of the activities:

How to get yourself out of trouble - knots and slings with Ron Chambers
Carving Workshop with Jai Reid
A presentation on Geothermal Research with Leyla Weston and Amanda O’Conner
Song and storytelling
Airbrush tattoos for kids
Community Feast
Film showing: “Slide on the Mountain” by Seth Gillis (Arc’teryx)

View the full schedule at dakwakadamountainfest.com

Junction Arts and MusicOctober 28 – Halloween Dance – Costume & Dance Party

Family dance turns Adult-Only. This is a two-part dance party event. The beginning starts with a family dance from 6 – 8 pm and then changes into an Adult-Only dance from 9 pm – midnight.
Time: 6 pm – 8 pm Family Dance. Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
9 pm – 12 pm Adult Only Dance featuring The Babes in the Bush Burlesque
Location: St. Elias Centre Grand Hall
Tickets: Family Dance by donation. Adult-only Tickets $25
More information here: https://mailchi.mp/dd7a9c241686/csqkct3qja

Shopping!
The Haines Junction Thrift Shop

The Haines Junction Thrift Shop, located in the basement of the Log Church, the Thrift Shop is open every Thursday from 2 - 6 PM. Halloween is coming up quickly, and Thrift Shop is a great place to pick up items to make into costumes. Prices are low and numerous adult items are available for $2, and most items for children are $1.

Please bring your own bags, and cash when coming to shop!

Sports and Fitness
Romp n Run

Happens Tuesdays and Thursday from 10am to 11:30am. Drop in. Programming is for kids 4 and under and their parents/caregivers.
Haines Junction Arena Mezzanine.

Basketball

It’s that time of the year again. Basketball is starting up this week. Monday nights at 8pm. 13+. Come on out and shoot some hoops. Contract Travis Bernard for more information.

Volleyball

Adult volleyball will begin on Oct. 25th - 7pm, school gym. Adults and members of the junior/senior highschool volleyball team

Bill Brewster Arena Schedule

There is public skating every day from 2:30 to 4:30pm
Curling is every other Sunday from noon to 4pm.

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CBC Community Report for September 14, 2023

10/12/2023

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Exciting to see the fall colours, return to school and some bountiful harvesting... an incredible summer for growing and playing.
Covid cases increasing…

About Town
HJ Ambulance Service

HJ EMS is hoping to recruit some new volunteers. Interested? Call Rick at 634-2357 to learn more about it. There is a10 Day EMR course in HJ in November which accelerates volunteers getting on our crew. For more information, visit the YEMS website.

An Evening With Hazen Audel

National Geographic TV host and survival expert Hazen Audel has traveled the planet and lived with indigenous native people all over the world. Most recognized as the TV host for ‘Primal Survivor’, ‘Survive the Tribe’, and ‘Survival WWII’ on National Geographic, Hazen shows us the lives that traditional people lead while thriving off the land in some of the most remote and challenging places on earth, from Central and South America, to Australia, the remote South Pacific, South East Asia, Africa, and beyond.
Wednesday September 20th 7:00pm
St. Elias Convention Centre
Tickets $25 USD online
https://www.hazenaudel.com/.../live-talk-q-a-haines...
Or $35 CAD cash only at the door
Don’t miss this amazing family friendly event!

Storytime at the Haines Junction Public Library

10am Fridays for stories and STEM activities!

St Elias Seniors Society

Seniors and Elders refreshments and games every Wednesday at 2:00 at the Drop-In (lower floor of Yukon Housing Apartment Building).
Weekly floor curling, carpet bowling and indoor walking group on Thursdays at 2:00 in the Convention Centre.
There is a new shuttle bus monthly program. Contact Patty Moore for the next opportunity to travel to Whitehorse.

Champagne and Aishihik First Nations
Water Wednesdays

Come Join us every Wednesday for an afternoon of paddling in the traditional cedar dug out canoe!
Starting August 23 to September 27th
Waivers must be signed
More information call Da Ku 634-3300

Beading Workshop

September 16 at Kathleen Lake
Shelby Jackson is leading a beading workshop at the Kluane National Park and Reserve Northern Nights Festival is this weekend!
Join Shelby this Saturday at Kathleen Lake Day-Use Shelter from 10am to 1pm, to bead your own Orange Shirt pin. Supplies provided. There are 10 spots available. Please register with the KNPR Visitor's Centre to register at 867-634-7207.

Board Game Night

September 11, 18 and 25 at 6:30PM
At Mun Ku, HJ
Call Darline for more information 634-5216

Cultural Programs

Cultural programs is hosting a hide tanning workshop at Da Ku Cultural Center
Sept 21 to 24, 9am to 5pm daily
This workshop will teach the native hide tanning process. Come join and learn these traditional teachers with Elders. If bringing your own hide, please ensure it is fully thawed.
Questions? Call Richard Smith at 634-3309

Special GA

A Special General Assembly is scheduled for October 14 to finish reviewing the resolutions submitted to the General Assembly in July. All resolutions that were passed in July’s GA were accepted by Chief & Council in accordance with the process in the Policy for the Administration of the General Assembly.
Thank you to all Citizens who participated and to all staff who supported the GA.
For more information, please contact Denise Beattie, Director of Governance dbeattie@cafn.ca (867)456-6888.

Trail Hiking

All trips leave from CAFN community wellness building at 4pm
If you need transportation assistance, call Jocelyn Kinney or Kat Simon

September 6 - Cottonwood Trail
September 20 - St Elias Lake Trail

Village of Haines JunctionThe Village of Haines Junction is seeking Yukon based proposals from historians or teams to design a mural that represents the history of the Kluane region during the 1800's pre-goldrush era. This project is intended to complement and complete the existing display in the Convention Center foyer. The mural design should provide a balanced perspective to educate, and foster appreciation of our historical roots, emphasizing the interconnected stories of the First Nations, early explorers, and mapmakers.
For more information: https://hainesjunction.ca/Home/DownloadDocument?docId=7b688db3-f9a8-4dc0-b7f4-cab5deaeb460

Kluane National Park

Our season is just about over now, with the KNPR Visitor Centre and Kathleen Lake campground closing for the season on Sunday September 17.
And of course, we have Northern Nights coming up this weekend, September 15 – 17 at Kathleen Lake with plenty of fun activities and workshops that are too many to mention. The Yukon Astronomical Society will be back for star gazing and presentations, Yukon Words will be hosting various workshops, Champagne and Aishihik First Nations will host activities, at workshops with Klaune’s Artists in Residence Christine Koch, and we have some amazing musical guests including Remy Rodden, the Fiddleheads and Diyet - and so much more!
Visit the website for the full schedule at parkscanada.gc.ca/NorthernNights or call 634-7207 for more information.
Fall is setting in so please dress warmly as most of the events take place outside. Bring a mug for tea and hot chocolate!
The festivities kick off at 6pm on Friday with a campfire talk by Parks Canada about the importance of the night sky to Kluane’s wildlife.

Art and Culture
Junction Arts and MusicOctober 11 – JAM’S ANNUAL GENERAL MEETINGOctober 14 – Caity Gyorgy

Time: 7 pm
Location: St Elias Centre Grand Hall
Tickets details: Adults $20 at the door Seniors & Youth ~ FREE
Brought to you in partnership with Yukon Jazz

October 28 – Halloween Dance – Costume & Dance Party

Family dance turns Adult-Only. This is a two-part dance party event. The beginning starts with a family dance from 6 – 8 pm and then changes into an Adult-Only dance from 9 pm – midnight.
Time: 6 pm – 8 pm Family Dance. Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
9 pm – 12 pm Adult Only Dance featuring The Babes in the Bush Burlesque
Location: St. Elias Centre Grand Hall
Tickets: Family Dance by donation. Adult-only Tickets $25

St Elias Chamber of Commerce
Business SurveyThe St. Elias Chamber of Commerce is seeking input from businesses in the region on what's working and what's not working when it comes to MUNICIPAL, TERRITORIAL, and FEDERAL by-laws, policies, rules, regulations, legislation, permitting, and inspections.
What will the SECC do with this information? It depends on what we learn. In some cases, we may choose to lobby and advocate on behalf of our membership. We may also choose to host a follow-up event so our members can collectively bring their concerns forward to the appropriate parties. Either way, we might not know what the issues are unless you tell us.
It's your choice: You can submit an anonymous survey or you can include your business name and contact information. Please complete this survey before midnight on August 31st, 2023.
Save the Date

The next Chamber Chat is scheduled for Thursday, October 12 at 7pm
For more information, visit steliaschamber.com

Shopping!
The Haines Junction Thrift Shop

The Haines Junction Thrift Shop is opening once again for the Fall and Winter. Located in the basement of the Log Church, the Thrift Shop will be open every Thursday from 2 - 6 PM starting September 14. Although prices are increasing this year, they are kept low and numerous adult items are available for $2, and most items for children are $1. Donations of clean and good condition clothing, small household items and some books can be dropped off anytime outside the Thrift Shop. Please bring your own bags, and cash when coming to shop!

Sports and Fitness
Community Bike Nights

What: Community Bike Night, have fun riding bikes with friends. Obstacle courses, games, skill stations. All ages and abilities are welcome.
Location: Spruce Street cul-de-sac
Dates:
- Thursday September 14 - Bike Rodeo at the Spruce Street cul-de-sac. Ramps, teeter totters, skinnies, skill stations and freezies!
- Thursday September 28 - Season Finale Bike Parade! Meet at the Spruce Street cul-de-sac to start a group ride around the community. Decorate yourself and your bike if you wish! More details to come
Time: 6-8pm
Contact Lianna Grice for details or questions liannagrice@hotmail.com or 613 530-7977
Grab your bike, helmet, friends and family! Community Bicycle Nights are continuing every other Thursday throughout the summer. The next event will be this Thursday July 13 from 6-8pm at the Spruce Street cul-de-sac (by the water tower). The Boys & Girls Club has bike helmets to loan for those who don't have their own.
All ages and abilities welcome! Come join the fun!

Walkabout Wednesdays

New initiative in town for young people
Organizing walks and gatherings around town → events like a Teddy Bear Picnic in the school park
Starts at 10am
Contact Elaine Curran for more information

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CBC Community Report for August 10, 2023

10/12/2023

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A HUGE thank you to all of the wildland fire personnel who are tackling fires across the territory and our thoughts are with all of those who have had to evacuate the Mayo and Old Crow area.

Congratulations to all of the North American Games Indigenous Athletes and our local competitors from the Haines Junction area: Justin Johnson (2 golds and silver medal - rifle shooting), Josh Jackson (gold and silver - rifle shooting), Jorja Jackson (gold and 2 silver medals - rifle shooting) and Koltun Jim (4th and 5th place in rifle shooting, Phoenix Widney (Gold - archery), Dawson Widney (Bronze - Archery)

Potlatch Announcements
The family of Kwan Sha (Kathy Birkel) invite Kajet (Crow Clan) and friends to the Lu Gha (Klukshu) for her Headstone Potlatch on Saturday August 12 at 2pm.

Community BBQ
Champagne and Aishihik First Nation, the Yukon Government, and Parks Canada are hosting a community BBQ at the Da Kų Cultural Centre on August 24th from 4pm to 7pm. There will be great food, lots of door prizes, and a whole lot of fun! Everyone is welcome to attend.
About Town
Garden TourThis Sunday, August 13 starting at 11am

We'll all meet at the gazebo beside the muffin (anyone who wants to visit gardens and anyone who wants to offer garden tours)
we'll make a plan and map out the gardens to visit that day
We'll carpool/caravan to each garden
Contact Kari at 335-0440 for more information

Storytime at the Haines Junction Public Library

10am Fridays for stories and STEM activities!

St Elias Seniors Society

Seniors and Elders refreshments and games every Wednesday at 2:00 at the Drop-In (lower floor of Yukon Housing Apartment Building).
Weekly floor curling, carpet bowling and indoor walking group on Thursdays at 2:00 in the Convention Centre.
There is a new shuttle bus monthly program. Contact Patty Moore for the next opportunity to travel to Whitehorse.

Champagne and Aishihik First Nations
General Assembly Survey

Your opinion matters!!
Names will be drawn August 25th!
Complete the survey to enter your name into a draw to win an Air North voucher or Superstore gift cards! Find it linked on Facebook. You can also fill out a paper copy at either CAFN offices.
If anyone requires assistance in filling out the survey contact Kathleen at 332-0056 or kjones@cafn.ca.

Elders & Summer Student Camp

taking place in Klukshu August 14-18
Traditional harvesting, food preservation and on the land activities, Elders sharing their knowledge with youth
Elders please contact Jacquie Chambers at 867-634-5219 or jchambers@cafn.ca

Special GA

A Special General Assembly is scheduled for October 14 to finish reviewing the resolutions submitted to the General Assembly in July. All resolutions that were passed in July’s GA were accepted by Chief & Council in accordance with the process in the Policy for the Administration of the General Assembly.
Thank you to all Citizens who participated and to all staff who supported the GA.
For more information, please contact Denise Beattie, Director of Governance dbeattie@cafn.ca (867)456-6888.

St Elias School Community Committee

CAFN is seeking applications for the community-based committee for the St. Elias Community School.
The establishment of the Community Committee is intended to take back jurisdiction over how education is carried out in our community. CAFN is looking to appoint 4 members to the committee.
Application can be found at https://cafn.ca/secscc
Application Deadline is September 6, 2023

Plant Medicine Walk

August 11 from 1 to 3pm with Marion Primozic
Meet at Pine Lake and be prepared to do a short hike
Ages 10+

Tame the Tomato Jungle, mid-season garden care

August 17 from 11am to 1pm
with Jolene Billwiller at the HJ Greenhouse

Trail Hiking

All trips leave from CAFN community wellness building at 4pm
If you need transportation assistance, call Jocelyn Kinney or Kat Simon

August 16 - Rock Glacier Trail
September 6 - Cottonwood Trail
September 20 - St Elias Lake Trail

Kluane National Park
Parks Canada Interpretive ProgramsCampfire Talks take place every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights at the Kathleen Lake Campground from 7pm-8pm.
Description: Join a Heritage Presenter for an evening around a campfire to learn more about the park’s wildlife, forests, glaciers, mountains, and history. Please bring your own mug to enjoy some complimentary tea and hot chocolate.
Every Saturday in August, the campfire talk will be co-hosted by Parks Canada, John Fingland, and youth from Champagne and Aishihik First Nation. The campfire talks will cover various topics about First Nations culture and history…
Saturday, August 12th: Uses of the Mooses (soapberry ice cream will be served at this campfire talk!)
Description (optional): Moose were an important animal for local First Nation communities. Their meat provided food, their hides were used for clothing, and various parts of the moose were used to make tools, weapons, rope, and thread. Come learn all about the uses of the mooses.
Saturday, August 19th: Something Frozen in the Ice
Description (optional): Archaeology in this area is fascinating as hundreds of artifacts are now melting out of ice patches that have stored them for thousands of years. In 1999, human remains melted out of a glacier in this region. Come and learn about his amazing story.
Saturday, August 26th: First Nations Storytelling
Description (optional): Stories have always played an important role in local First Nations culture. Come out and hear the different reasons for telling stories, and a few examples for each reason.
Songs of Kluane takes place every Sunday morning from 11am-12pm at the Kathleen Lake Day-Use Area.
Description: Join us for complimentary coffee, tea, or hot chocolate while you sit back and relax around a campfire and enjoy some original Kluane inspired sing along songs.
Note - there will be no Songs of Kluane on Sunday, August 27th.
The Times They are A-Changin’ Station
This Exploration Station about climate change will be set up at varying times throughout the week at Mät’àtäna Mǟn (Kathleen Lake), Thechàl Dhâl' Visitor Centre, and the Kluane National Park and Reserve Visitor Centre in Dakwäkäda (Haines Junction). To inquire about the weekly schedule, call (867) 634-7207.
Kluane First Nation workshops at the Thechàl Dhâl' Visitor CentreKluane First Nation will be hosting various workshops at the Thechàl Dhâl' Visitor Centre throughout the month of August:

Thursday, August 10: Traditional Tools and Survival Techniques
Friday, August 11: Beaded Caribou Hair Tufting Pin Workshop
Monday, August 14: Storytelling and Traditional Knowledge
Wednesday, August 16: Salve-making Demonstration
Thursday, August 17 & Thursday, August 31: "A Walk Through Time"
- Description: 11am to 3pm…Enjoy an easy guided walk in the park and learn more about the long history of Lù'àn Män Ku Dän, the Kluane Lake People. Please bring a pack lunch, water and good footwear.
Monday, August 28: Dań Zhùr (Silver Berry) Necklace-making

Northern Nights Festival (September 15th-17th)Northern Nights is returning to Kathleen Lake/Mät’àtäna Män from September 15th-17th. Since it’s origin in 2016, the Yukon’s only annual dark sky festival, Northern Nights, has become a popular destination for visitors and Yukoners alike. This year’s festival aims to encourage attendees to learn and discover more about, and celebrate the Yukon night sky through various activities, workshops, and live music. As the midnight sun fades away, Northern Nights is the perfect time to gaze up and welcome back the infinite night sky.
Thechàl Dhâl' Visitor Centre Hours

The Thechàl Dhâl' Visitor Centre will be closed for the season after September 4th (Labour Day).

Art and Culture
The Haines Junction Artist Guild Gallery

Is a cooperatively run gallery, featuring local artists and craftspeople. The hours are from Thursday to Sunday, noon to 4 pm. They are also open by appointment. Folks can contact Marty by email: at hjartistsguild.23@gmail.com or by phone/text message: 867 336-1997 to make arrangements. It is located in the basement of St. Christopher's Anglican Church where the thrift shop is located in the winter (the log church on the Alaska Highway) until the end of August.

Junction Arts and Music

William Prince is coming to town!
August 10 at 7pm at the St Elias Convention Center
Tickets are sold out.
Join in a for a community reception that starts at 6pm

William Prince approaches the big questions with humility and curiosity, and his songwriting is a masterclass in skilful simplicity. Since his JUNO Award win in 2017, Prince’s momentum has continued to build, with each new album adding depth and dimension to an exceptional body of work that has received international acclaim. From national network television appearances, top tier media coverage and performances at major international festivals, William Prince has become one of the country’s most respected and celebrated songwriters.
Presented in partnership with @theyukonartscentre. *Please note there will be NO free tickets for seniors or youth

Village Bakery Concert Series

Check the Facebook page for the full line-up
Dinner and the show is $40 (Friday is salmon and Saturdays is BBQ Chicken)
Reservations are required

St Elias Chamber of Commerce
Stimulating Community Investment ProjectThe St. Elias Chamber of Commerce (SECC) would like to stimulate investment within Haines Junction. Within the community, there are several abandoned, derelict, undeveloped, underdeveloped, dormant, and “tired” properties. In some cases, these properties may pose environmental hazards, reflect poorly on the community, or tie up lands that could be better used to benefit the community and its economy. There are investors who would like to invest in Haines Junction, but who need a better understanding of the potential and limitations of these properties.
While there are many reasons why these properties are the way they are, in most cases, the reasons are poorly understood or based on speculation. As such the St. Elias Chamber of Commerce (SECC) would like to inventory and investigate these properties and find ways to help unlock their potential.
It is the hope of the project partners that better information about these properties – with accompanying recommendations for specific and systemic changes – will lead to increased investment in the community.
Business SurveyThe St. Elias Chamber of Commerce is seeking input from businesses in the region on what's working and what's not working when it comes to MUNICIPAL, TERRITORIAL, and FEDERAL by-laws, policies, rules, regulations, legislation, permitting, and inspections.
What will the SECC do with this information? It depends on what we learn. In some cases, we may choose to lobby and advocate on behalf of our membership. We may also choose to host a follow-up event so our members can collectively bring their concerns forward to the appropriate parties. Either way, we might not know what the issues are unless you tell us.
It's your choice: You can submit an anonymous survey or you can include your business name and contact information. Please complete this survey before midnight on August 31st, 2023.
Save the DateThe next Chamber Chat is scheduled for Thursday, October 12 at 7pm
For more information, visit steliaschamber.com

Shopping!
HJ Farmer’s Market

Every Wednesday this summer from 4pm to 6pm
Organized by the Haines Junction Community Association
Lots of fantastic vendors!
Email Isabelle at belle.piche@gmail.com to register

Sports and Fitness
Drop-in at the Bill Brewster Arena

Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 11am to 2pm
Skate Park, Electric Scooters, Hoverboards, Floor Hockey and Basketball

Community Bike Nights

What: Community Bike Night, have fun riding bikes with friends. Obstacle courses, games, skill stations. All ages and abilities are welcome.
Location: Spruce Street cul-de-sac
Date: Every other Thursday, July 13, July 27, August 10, August 24
Time: 6-8pm
Contact Lianna Grice for details or questions liannagrice@hotmail.com or 613 530-7977
Grab your bike, helmet, friends and family! Community Bicycle Nights are continuing every other Thursday throughout the summer. The next event will be this Thursday July 13 from 6-8pm at the Spruce Street cul-de-sac (by the water tower). The Boys & Girls Club has bike helmets to loan for those who don't have their own.
All ages and abilities welcome! Come join the fun!

Walkabout Wednesdays

New initiative in town for young people
Organizing walks and gatherings around town → events like a Teddy Bear Picnic in the school park
Starts at 10am
Contact Elaine Curran for more information

Baseball Nights

Every Tuesday and Thursday at the school field
Ages 8 to 13 from 5:30 to 7pm
Ages 14+ from 7:30 to 9pm
Contact Sharmane Jones or Jocelyn Kinney for more info

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CBC Community Report for July 12, 2023

10/12/2023

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A HUGE thank you to all of the wildland fire personnel and who are tackling the Takhini Bridge fireParticiPACTION Challenge

HJ won the Yukon and made the TOP 50 Nationally!!!
Congratulations to the 47 movers and shakers who contributed to our success!
And the BGC Yukon for organizing such a fun initiative for us.

Congratulations to the winners of the 35th Annual Yukon Hand Games Championship and hosts Kluane First Nation

A special congratulations to the Selkirk Wolfpack for winning 1st place

Congratulations to Roy Oborne, author of One in the Wilderness

Students from Lee Drummond's Gr. 6/7 class at St. Elias Community School submitted stories to the Ripple Foundation this winter. Roy, in Grade 6, was selected as co-winner out of almost 700 stories from across Canada! His story is now published and available for sale. Winners of this contest choose an organization to donate the proceeds to. Roy chose the Canadian Cancer Society.

Kluane National Park

Interpretive Programs

The 2023 interpretive programs will run until September 3rd (last day of programs).
Campfire Talks will take place every Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday nights at the Kathleen Lake Campground from 7pm-8pm.

Description: Join a Heritage Presenter for an evening around a campfire to learn more about the park’s wildlife, forests, glaciers, mountains, and history. Please bring your own mug to enjoy some complimentary tea and hot chocolate.

Songs of Kluane will take place every Sunday morning from 11am-12pm at the Kathleen Lake Day-Use Area.

Description: Join us for complimentary coffee, tea, or hot chocolate while you sit back and relax around a campfire and enjoy some original Kluane inspired sing along songs.

The Times They are A-Changin’ Station

This Exploration Station about climate change will be set up at varying times throughout the week at Mät’àtäna Mǟn (Kathleen Lake), Thechàl Dhâl' Visitor Centre, and the Kluane National Park and Reserve Visitor Centre in Dakwäkäda (Haines Junction). To inquire about the weekly schedule, call (867) 634-7207.

Guided Hike on Parks Day

When: July 15th, 2023 / 10am-4pm / FREE
Where: Sheep Creek Trail (meet at the Ä'äy Chù West Parking Lot)
Description: Join Parks Canada Heritage Presenters on the Sheep Creek Trail and learn about the natural and cultural history of the Thechàl Dhâl' region. Bring snacks, water, and comfortable footwear.

Artist in Residence Program

Kluane National Park and Reserve is thrilled to welcome Teagyn Aatagwéix'i Vallevand later this month as the incoming artist in residence. She is a visual artist and citizen of Kwanlin Dün First Nation. Aatagwéix'i practices many traditional art forms such as beading, Ravenstail weaving, and formline. Her art explores the concept of being a modern First Nations woman by translating cultural reclamation through the creation of wearable art and mixing contemporary art forms with traditional.
There will be a Medicine Bag Workshop on July 29th, from 1:00pm-3:00pm at Mät’àtäna Män - Kathleen Lake Day Use Area. This is a drop-in workshop, no registration required, and all supplies will be provided. This workshop will be offered first-come, first serve, and while supplies last.

Northern Nights Festival (September 15th-17th)

Northern Nights is returning to Kathleen Lake/Mät’àtäna Män from September 15th-17th. Since its origin in 2016, the Yukon’s only annual dark sky festival, Northern Nights, has become a popular destination for visitors and Yukoners alike. This year’s festival aims to encourage attendees to learn and discover more about, and celebrate the Yukon night sky through various activities, workshops, and live music. As the midnight sun fades away, Northern Nights is the perfect time to gaze up and welcome back the infinite night sky.

Village of Haines Junction

The Village has a new alert system in place called Voyent Alert. It’s a free app that provides alerts based on your location.
The Village is working with CAFN, Parks and YG to co-host so that critical info can get to residents in a timely fashion.
For example, a municipal Fire Ban was posted earlier this week on Facebook and the VoHJ Web but many folks aren’t on those platforms, or checking them regularly.
Anyone with Voyent would have received a pop-up notification with detailed info.

About Town
Storytime at the Haines Junction Public Library

10am Fridays for stories and STEM activities!

St Elias Seniors Society

Seniors and Elders refreshments and games every Wednesday at 2:00 at the Drop-In (lower floor of Yukon Housing Apartment Building).
Weekly floor curling, carpet bowling and indoor walking group on Thursdays at 2:00 in the Convention Centre.

Art and Culture
The Haines Junction Artist Guild Gallery

Is a cooperatively run gallery, featuring local artists and craftspeople. The hours are from Thursday to Sunday, noon to 4 pm. They are also open by appointment. Folks can contact Marty by email: at hjartistsguild.23@gmail.com or by phone/text message: 867 336-1997 to make arrangements. It is located in the basement of St. Christopher's Anglican Church where the thrift shop is located in the winter (the log church on the Alaska Highway) until the end of August.

Junction Arts and Music

William Prince is coming to town!
August 10 at 7pm at the St Elias Convention Center
Tickets are $32 and are selling fast! Yukontickets.com

Check the Facebook page for the full line-up
Dinner and the show is $40 (Friday is salmon and Saturdays is BBQ Chicken)
Reservations are required

Champagne and Aishihik First Nations

Champagne and Aishihik First Nations Nłäshējel (We Come Together) or General Assembly will be taking place at Da ku Cultural Centre July 21st to 23rd. All CAFN Citizens are encouraged to attend to provide guidance and input to our Government.

Shopping!
HJ Farmer’s Market

Every Wednesday this summer starting June 21 from 4pm to 6pm
Organized by the Haines Junction Community Association
Lots of fantastic vendors!
Email Isabelle at belle.piche@gmail.com to register

Sports and Fitness
Drop-in at the Bill Brewster Arena

Tuesday, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 11am to 2pm
Skate Park, Electric Scooters, Hoverboards, Floor Hockey and Basketball

Community Bike Nights

What: Community Bike Night, have fun riding bikes with friends. Obstacle courses, games, skill stations. All ages and abilities are welcome.
Location: Spruce Street cul-de-sac
Date: Every other Thursday, July 13, July 27, August 10, August 24
Time: 6-8pm
Contact Lianna Grice for details or questions liannagrice@hotmail.com or 613 530-7977
Grab your bike, helmet, friends and family! Community Bicycle Nights are continuing every other Thursday throughout the summer. The next event will be this Thursday July 13 from 6-8pm at the Spruce Street cul-de-sac (by the water tower). The Boys & Girls Club has bike helmets to loan for those who don't have their own.
All ages and abilities welcome! Come join the fun!

Walkabout Wednesdays

New initiative in town for young people
Organizing walks and gatherings around town → events like a Teddy Bear Picnic in the school park
Starts at 10am
Contact Elaine Curran for more information

Baseball Nights

Every Tuesday and Thursday at the school field
Ages 8 to 13 from 5:30 to 7pm
Ages 14+ from 7:30 to 9pm
Contact Sharmane Jones or Jocelyn Kinney for more info

Movement Wednesdays

From 7pm to 8:30pm
Meet at the Dezadeash River Trailhead
Walk, run, jog to the gun range and back.
As the snow clears, the group will explore more trails together.
Hosted by Mental Wellness and Substance Use Services Team
Attendees will be entered into a draw for prizes!
Everyone is welcome

Get Fit with Nic

Nic is hosting outside workouts.
Meet at the Soccer Field
By donation
Mondays at 6:30pm

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CBC Community Report for June 20, 2023

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Congratulations to graduates

Nine of the St Elias Community School Grade 12 Grads went on a trip together to Costa Rica last week to celebrate their accomplishment. Accompanied by Mary Jane Leger and John Fingland, the Grads toured the country going from hiking in the rainforest to cayaking by a volcano, swimming by a beautiful waterfall and then in the ocean. They are currently en route, and will be back home by tomorrow evening, with memories to last a lifetime.

Junctioner wins award! Chief of EMS Commendation

A shout out to Rick Staley who received the Chief of EMS Commendation Award this year. Thank you for your service to our community! Rick has been a long standing volunteer with the HJ ambulance service.

Yukon Male Athlete of the year: Callum Weir

Congratulations to Callum on his tremendous accomplishments in Football and Futsal

Kluane National Park

Interpretive Programs

Description: Join a Heritage Presenter for an evening around a campfire to learn more about the park’s wildlife, forests, glaciers, mountains, and history. Please bring your own mug to enjoy some complimentary tea and hot chocolate.

Songs of Kluane will take place every Sunday morning from 11am-12pm at the Kathleen Lake Day-Use Area.

Description: Join us for complimentary coffee, tea, or hot chocolate while you sit back and relax around a campfire and enjoy some original Kluane inspired sing along songs.

The Times They are A-Changin’ Station

This Exploration Station about climate change will be set up at varying times throughout the week at Mät’àtäna Mǟn (Kathleen Lake), Thechàl Dhâl' Visitor Centre, and the Kluane National Park and Reserve Visitor Centre in Dakwäkäda (Haines Junction). To inquire about the weekly schedule, call (867) 634-7207.

Guided Hike on Parks Day

When: July 15th, 2023 / 10am-4pm / FREE
Where: Sheep Creek Trail (meet at the Ä'äy Chù West Parking Lot)
Description: Join Parks Canada Heritage Presenters on the Sheep Creek Trail and learn about the natural and cultural history of the Thechàl Dhâl' region. Bring snacks, water, and comfortable footwear.

National Indigenous Peoples Day Celebration at the Thechàl Dhâl' Visitor Centre

Kluane First Nation invites you to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day at the Thechàl Dhâl' Visitor Centre in Kluane National Park and Reserve on Wednesday, June 21, 2023. The event will take place from 12pm to 4pm. Kluane First Nation will be providing a stew and bannock lunch at 12pm and Parks Canada will be serving complimentary coffee, hot chocolate, and tea. Please bring your own utensils for lunch. Everyone is welcome to join in the celebration.

Northern Nights Festival (September 15th-17th)

Northern Nights is returning to Kathleen Lake/Mät’àtäna Män from September 15th-17th. Since it’s origin in 2016, the Yukon’s only annual dark sky festival, Northern Nights, has become a popular destination for visitors and Yukoners alike. This year’s festival aims to encourage attendees to learn and discover more about, and celebrate the Yukon night sky through various activities, workshops, and live music. As the midnight sun fades away, Northern Nights is the perfect time to gaze up and welcome back the infinite night sky.

Village of Haines Junction

We’re looking forward to the Canada Day Parade - July 1. Get your Parade Floats ready!!

About Town
Storytime at the Haines Junction Public Library

10am Fridays for stories and STEM activities!

St Elias Seniors Society

Seniors and Elders refreshments and games every Wednesday at 2:00 at the Drop-In (lower floor of Yukon Housing Apartment Building).
Weekly floor curling, carpet bowling and indoor walking group on Thursdays at 2:00 in the Convention Centre.

Art and Culture
The Haines Junction Artist Guild Gallery

The Haines Junction Artists Guild has the summer art gallery up and running once again after a 3 year break. They feature work by local artists and craftspeople in a variety of mediums including collage, jewelry, mixed medium sculpting, painting, photography, relief printmaking, and wood burning. Their hours are Thursday to Sunday from noon to four. Stop by the basement of the log church, where the thrift shop is during the winter months, and see a bit of the creativity that exists in our community. Everyone is welcome!

Junction Arts and Music

William Prince is coming to town!
August 10 at 7pm at the St Elias Convention Center
Tickets are $32 and are selling fast! Yukontickets.com

Check the Facebook page for the full line-up
June 23 it’s Gordie Tentrees and on June 24 it’s Elijah Bekk
Dinner and the show is $40 (Friday is salmon and Saturdays is BBQ Chicken)
Reservations are required

Youth Roots: Photovoice Project

Last January, we were Yukon youth collaborated with @markkellyphotography & @andrewserack Photography and YG Health Promotion to host @youthrootsyukon - PhotoVoice Project. The PhotoVoice Project travelled to 5 communities and all communities were represented in Whitehorse.
The photographs were shown at the Kwanlin Dün Cultural Center for more than 5 weeks (extended due to popularity) and it has now landed in Dakwäkäda- Haines Junction. This special exhibit is made of Dakwäkäda- Haines Junction Youth exclusively.
Sarah-Monique, teacher at the St Elias Community School opened her classroom door to help make this amazing workshop happen by hosting a safe space where young people learned how to use cameras with Mark and Andrew. Youth then kept the cameras for an entire week and were asked to highlight what brings them joy and what helps them get up in the morning. They played around, some alone, some with friends but they all identified important protective factors. Bringing positivity into their young lives helped them figure out what it is that makes them smile when it’s dark and -30C outside …
After a week of trial and and error for the young photographers, Mark and Andrew came back to the community and taught everyone to digitally process their pictures.
With the support of @samis.photo some pictures were processed through software to include youth’s personal art.
We are proud to invite the community of Dakwäkäda - Haines Junction to come to the Visitor Information Center in Dakù and admire the great artistic skills of our young people.
Thank you to all the great models, asset builders, adult supports that help these young people be part of a wonderful youth photography exhibit. Thank you Marty Samis for volunteering helping to set it all up, could not have done it without you!

Champagne and Aishihik First Nations

The Dákų Nän Ts’èddhyèt Dance Festival in Dakwakada/Haines Junction kicks off this Friday, June 23. Join us for a weekend of singing, dancing, culture and connection. All are welcome to attend! Visit cafn.ca/events/dknt2023 for details.

Champagne and Aishihik First Nations is excited to host the Council of Yukon First Nations Annual General Assembly in Łu Ghą/Klukshu July 27 to 29th. Welcome to all participating delegates!

Save the date! Champagne and Aishihik First Nations Nłäshējel (We Come Together) or General Assembly will be taking place at Da ku Cultural Centre July 21st to 23rd. All CAFN Citizens are encouraged to attend to provide guidance and input to our Government.

Shopping!
HJ Farmer’s Market

Every Wednesday this summer starting June 21 from 4pm to 6pm
Organized by the Haines Junction Community Association
Lots of fantastic vendors!
Email Isabelle at belle.piche@gmail.com to register

Sports and Fitness
ParticipACTION challenge

Yukon-wide challenge to get moving.
Download the Participaction App
Join a team
Track your movement and win prizes
HJ is currently in the lead in the Yukon!
June 20th Zumba class at 6pm at the Convention Center
Free!

Get Fit with Nic

Nic is hosting outside workouts.
Meet at the Soccer Field
By donation
Monday June 26th, 6h30pm!

Movement Wednesdays

From 7pm to 8:30pm
Meet at the Dezadeash River Trailhead
Walk, run, jog to the gun range and back.
As the snow clears, the group will explore more trails together.
Hosted by Mental Wellness and Substance Use Services Team
Attendees will be entered into a draw for prizes!
Everyone is welcome

Romp n Run

Every Tuesday and Thursday from 10-11:30am
Activities are for Kids and their caregivers
Snacks provided

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CBC Community Report for May 11, 2023

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CBC Community Report for April 13, 2023

10/12/2023

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Spring is here! Got a bit of a sun over the long weekend.
Looking ahead to bluegrass festival, bike relay and dance festival
Bears are waking up: https://www.facebook.com/groups/172802204317631/permalink/611331407131373/

Congratulations to…

Grace Allaway competed in Alpine Yukon’s 2023 Yukon Cup April 1 & 2. In the giant slalom she captured first among U14 Women and 10th overall. In the slalom Sunday, she captured first in Women’s U14 and eighth overall.
To CAFN staff and community members for a fantastic muskrat camp out at Kloo Lake. The kids in town were a buzz with stories and adventures.
Hardwater Race - a big thank you to the event organizers, volunteers, spectators and racers for another very successful Hardwater Race event on the first weekend in April. Pine Lake was packed, the races were amazing and town was busy!
Congratulations to the St Elias Community School grad class this year. They are fundraising for a trip to Costa Rica. They’ve been running concessions at lots of events in town to lots of great accolades from event organizers and customers!

About Town
Yukon History Trails

Local legend and historian Gord Alison’s website: https://yukonhistorytrails.com/ is a great resource for all Yukoners and visitors to learn more about our incredible history. Gord recently put together a great series on the history of Haines Junction.

Village of Haines Junction40th Anniversary Map

NEEDS YOUR HELP to make sure that all businesses, attractions, heritage sites, landmarks, recreation areas, local anecdotes about the past, historic events both on record and off, and any other ideas that create Haines Junction’s community identity are included in the Haines Junction 40th Anniversary illustrated map that will be created by Chris Caldwell. Send your ideas to admin@hainesjunction.ca

HJ Lotteries Grant

funding applications are due April 17 at 5pm

Recreation Needs Assessment

Provide your input toward the needs assessment for HJ through surveys and engagement sessions. https://emc.mysocialpinpoint.ca/village-of-haines-junction-recreational-needs-assessment?fbclid=IwAR3ecRbqD_EH4NT6lsuJQ5C9Pa5Re3cIB_wca4OmzolpEZn36r0Imem6nlQ
In person engagement session is scheduled for April 20 between 4-6pm
Online engagement session April 13 from 7-8:15pm (pre-registration required)
Or contact the consultants by email at cassandra@expeditionconsulting.ca before April 21

Storytime at the Haines Junction Public Library

10am Fridays for stories and STEM activities!

Bundle Bags

Haines Junction patrons can now check out a Bundle Bag from their local library using their YPL Library card. Topics to choose from are: Bullying, Feelings, Inclusion, Picky Eaters, Reconciliation.
Bundle Bags are a small collection of picture books on a theme. The entire kit counts as one checkout on your account and are free with your YPL library card. Most bags include one or two books for adults that will enhance understanding and help in talking to children about the topic.
The bags must be checked out from and returned to Haines Junction library. You must call the library to reserve a bag. For more information or to place a hold, call Haines Junction Community Library at 867-634-2215, or email hjlib[at]klondiker[dot]com.

St Elias Seniors Society

Seniors and Elders refreshments and games every Wednesday at 2:00 at the Drop-In (lower floor of Yukon Housing Apartment Building).
Weekly floor curling, carpet bowling and indoor walking group on Thursdays at 2:00 in the Convention Centre.

Lions Club Poker Run and Raffle

The St. Elias Lions Club are hosting the Annual Poker Run on Mother’s Day weekend.
They are also selling raffle tickets (Licence # 2023-009) with cash prizes are part of their annual fundraising.

Art and Culture
Film Screening: Kings of the North

Documentary maker Peter Mather is screening of "KINGS OF THE NORTH - The Search for the Last of the Ice Bears.
7pm on Friday at the St. Elias Convention Centre. "
Also showing, short films and photography by Sonny Parker, Marty Samis, Esteban Timpany, The Grizzly Bear Foundation and Gwich'in Filmmaker Caleb Charlie.
Chuck Hume and Barbara Hume will also be in attendance. Barb will open the evening with a welcome and prayer, and Chuck will give a talk before the Film by the Grizzly Bear Foundation - "LU GHA - A Place for Fishing."
They are also selling Winterlong's ICE BEAR beer, with profits going to the St. Elias Cross Country Ski Club.
And the KINGS OF THE NORTH photo book has arrived. It is a limited edition book with only 125 books made and are selling at $250 a book.

Lifelong Learning
YukonU Haines Junction CampusSpring Gardening Workshops – with Jolene Billwiller

April 15th – Seeding: Indoors & Outdoors
April 22nd – Transplanting & Extending the Season
April 29th – Growing your Favourite Vegetables, Flowers & Herbs

Each course runs 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Help get your summer growing season off to a great start by taking some, or all, of these courses, offered by a local growing maven.
Cost per course is $95 + GST.
Maximum of six participants per course; coffee & tea provided.
To register, contact the Haines Junction Campus at ssheardown@yukonu.ca or 634 8800

Wilderness First Aid (WFA) recertification course

May 9, 10 & 11
Cost is $325
To register, contact the Haines Junction Campus at ssheardown@yukonu.ca or 634 8800

Champagne and Aishihik First Nations
Grad Regalia Sewing

Open to CAFN grades K, 7 and 12 graduates
From 5:30pm to 8:00 PM on:
Mondays at Madessa Ku in HJ (drop-in)
Wednesdays at the Whitehorse Admin building (pre-registration required)
Light snacks provided
Support with patterns.
Contact Mylenne Ramos for more information

Poplar Bud Harvest

Monday April 17
Depart from Natsekhi Ku at 10am. If you need a ride call
JOCELYN KINNEY @ 634-5113 OR DARLINE BLAIR- GRAHAM @ 634-5216

Swan Haven Trip

Wednesday, April 26
IF YOU REQUIRE TRANSPORTATION PLEASE CALL JOCELYN KINNEY @ 634-5113 OR DARLINE BLAIR- GRAHAM @ 634-5216

Shopping!
Thrift Store

Thrift Shop continues to be open every Thursday between 2- 6 in the basement of the Log Church until early June. New donations are sorted and added to the shelves and racks every week. The Thrift Shop is run by volunteers, is a cash only operation, and if possible, shoppers should bring their own bags.

Sports and Fitness
Movement Wednesdays

Starts April 12
From 7pm to 8:30pm
Meet at the Dezadeash River Trailhead
Walk, run, jog to the gun range and back.
As the snow clears, the group will explore more trails together.
Hosted by Mental Wellness and Substance Use Services Team
Attendees will be entered into a draw for prizes!
Everyone is welcome

St Elias Ski Club

Did you know we have over 40km of groomed trails in the Haines Junction area?
A huge thank you to our local volunteer trail groomers and Parks Canada
Join the ski club for access to trail maps. There is a trail map at the trail hub near the Wildland Fire base.
Members is pay what you can. They suggest $50/family or $30/individual for the year.
Donations can be made by etransfer to steliasskiclub@gmail.com or find them on Facebook for more information.

Kluane Chilkat International Bike Relay

THE 27th ANNUAL KLUANE CHILKAT INTERNATIONAL BIKE RELAY IS FULL EXCEPT FOR SOLO RIDERS
On-line registration for the annual Kluane Chilkat International Bike Relay is now closed to 2, 4 and 8-person teams. Solo riders can still register until May 12.
Any interested teams are encouraged to check the KCIBR Facebook page for updates towards the end of May and early June, as some registered teams may choose to sell their spot.
There are currently approximately:
- 57 solos
- 45 two person teams
- 86 four person teams
- 89 eight person teams
ATCO Electric Yukon, Air North Yukon’s Airline, Chieftain Energy, The Driving Force Vehicle Rental, Sales and Leasing, Icycle Sport, Borealis Fuels and Logistics, Kellett Communications, and Sports Experts are this year's major event sponsors.
For more information on the bike relay, visit the website at www.kcibr.org.

BGC Yukon Programming

BGC Yukon is offering new youth programming in HJ
Mondays – Fun with Food program is 3:30 to 5:30pm → learn new skills and eat food!
Mondays - Youth basketball is from 3:30 to 4:30pm
Tuesday – Girls Group from 3:30pm to 5:30pm for grades 6-12
Wednesdays - Open gym time from 3:30pm to 5:30pm - ages 12+
Thursdays - Badminton and Pickleball 3:30pm to 5:30pm
Thursdays - Introduction to Mindfulness, youth 10+ with adult, or 12+ (adults too!) Be kind to your mind! 6 to 7pm

Romp n Run

Every Tuesday and Thursday from 10-11:30am
Activities are for Kids and their caregivers
Snacks provided
Thursday, April 13
- Staff from the Child Development Centre in Whitehorse will be leading us through some fun activities and games that will get you wiggling and moving. Snack and playtime after. Haines Junction Arena mezzanine. 10am- 11:30am

The Bill Brewster Arena

The arena is closed for the season. A huge thank you to the staff and volunteers who do incredible work all season long.

Adult Volleyball

16+, and St Elias junior and senior volleyball team members are invited.
Wednesday’s at 7:00- 9:00pm.
At the school gym.

Basketball

Mondays at 7pm. 13+

Badminton and Pickleball

Thursdays 7 to 8:30pm

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CBC Community Report for April 13, 2023

10/12/2023

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CBC Community Report for April 13, 2023

Spring is here! Got a bit of a sun over the long weekend.
Looking ahead to bluegrass festival, bike relay and dance festival
Bears are waking up: https://www.facebook.com/groups/172802204317631/permalink/611331407131373/

Congratulations to…

Grace Allaway competed in Alpine Yukon’s 2023 Yukon Cup April 1 & 2. In the giant slalom she captured first among U14 Women and 10th overall. In the slalom Sunday, she captured first in Women’s U14 and eighth overall.
To CAFN staff and community members for a fantastic muskrat camp out at Kloo Lake. The kids in town were a buzz with stories and adventures.
Hardwater Race - a big thank you to the event organizers, volunteers, spectators and racers for another very successful Hardwater Race event on the first weekend in April. Pine Lake was packed, the races were amazing and town was busy!
Congratulations to the St Elias Community School grad class this year. They are fundraising for a trip to Costa Rica. They’ve been running concessions at lots of events in town to lots of great accolades from event organizers and customers!

About Town
Yukon History Trails

Local legend and historian Gord Alison’s website: https://yukonhistorytrails.com/ is a great resource for all Yukoners and visitors to learn more about our incredible history. Gord recently put together a great series on the history of Haines Junction.

Village of Haines Junction40th Anniversary Map

NEEDS YOUR HELP to make sure that all businesses, attractions, heritage sites, landmarks, recreation areas, local anecdotes about the past, historic events both on record and off, and any other ideas that create Haines Junction’s community identity are included in the Haines Junction 40th Anniversary illustrated map that will be created by Chris Caldwell. Send your ideas to admin@hainesjunction.ca

HJ Lotteries Grant

funding applications are due April 17 at 5pm

Recreation Needs Assessment

Provide your input toward the needs assessment for HJ through surveys and engagement sessions. https://emc.mysocialpinpoint.ca/village-of-haines-junction-recreational-needs-assessment?fbclid=IwAR3ecRbqD_EH4NT6lsuJQ5C9Pa5Re3cIB_wca4OmzolpEZn36r0Imem6nlQ
In person engagement session is scheduled for April 20 between 4-6pm
Online engagement session April 13 from 7-8:15pm (pre-registration required)
Or contact the consultants by email at cassandra@expeditionconsulting.ca before April 21

Storytime at the Haines Junction Public Library

10am Fridays for stories and STEM activities!

Bundle Bags

Haines Junction patrons can now check out a Bundle Bag from their local library using their YPL Library card. Topics to choose from are: Bullying, Feelings, Inclusion, Picky Eaters, Reconciliation.
Bundle Bags are a small collection of picture books on a theme. The entire kit counts as one checkout on your account and are free with your YPL library card. Most bags include one or two books for adults that will enhance understanding and help in talking to children about the topic.
The bags must be checked out from and returned to Haines Junction library. You must call the library to reserve a bag. For more information or to place a hold, call Haines Junction Community Library at 867-634-2215, or email hjlib[at]klondiker[dot]com.

St Elias Seniors Society

Seniors and Elders refreshments and games every Wednesday at 2:00 at the Drop-In (lower floor of Yukon Housing Apartment Building).
Weekly floor curling, carpet bowling and indoor walking group on Thursdays at 2:00 in the Convention Centre.

Lions Club Poker Run and Raffle

The St. Elias Lions Club are hosting the Annual Poker Run on Mother’s Day weekend.
They are also selling raffle tickets (Licence # 2023-009) with cash prizes are part of their annual fundraising.

Art and Culture
Film Screening: Kings of the North

Documentary maker Peter Mather is screening of "KINGS OF THE NORTH - The Search for the Last of the Ice Bears.
7pm on Friday at the St. Elias Convention Centre. "
Also showing, short films and photography by Sonny Parker, Marty Samis, Esteban Timpany, The Grizzly Bear Foundation and Gwich'in Filmmaker Caleb Charlie.
Chuck Hume and Barbara Hume will also be in attendance. Barb will open the evening with a welcome and prayer, and Chuck will give a talk before the Film by the Grizzly Bear Foundation - "LU GHA - A Place for Fishing."
They are also selling Winterlong's ICE BEAR beer, with profits going to the St. Elias Cross Country Ski Club.
And the KINGS OF THE NORTH photo book has arrived. It is a limited edition book with only 125 books made and are selling at $250 a book.

Lifelong Learning
YukonU Haines Junction CampusSpring Gardening Workshops – with Jolene Billwiller

April 15th – Seeding: Indoors & Outdoors
April 22nd – Transplanting & Extending the Season
April 29th – Growing your Favourite Vegetables, Flowers & Herbs

Each course runs 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM
Help get your summer growing season off to a great start by taking some, or all, of these courses, offered by a local growing maven.
Cost per course is $95 + GST.
Maximum of six participants per course; coffee & tea provided.
To register, contact the Haines Junction Campus at ssheardown@yukonu.ca or 634 8800

Wilderness First Aid (WFA) recertification course

May 9, 10 & 11
Cost is $325
To register, contact the Haines Junction Campus at ssheardown@yukonu.ca or 634 8800

Champagne and Aishihik First Nations
Grad Regalia Sewing

Open to CAFN grades K, 7 and 12 graduates
From 5:30pm to 8:00 PM on:
Mondays at Madessa Ku in HJ (drop-in)
Wednesdays at the Whitehorse Admin building (pre-registration required)
Light snacks provided
Support with patterns.
Contact Mylenne Ramos for more information

Poplar Bud Harvest

Monday April 17
Depart from Natsekhi Ku at 10am. If you need a ride call
JOCELYN KINNEY @ 634-5113 OR DARLINE BLAIR- GRAHAM @ 634-5216

Swan Haven Trip

Wednesday, April 26
IF YOU REQUIRE TRANSPORTATION PLEASE CALL JOCELYN KINNEY @ 634-5113 OR DARLINE BLAIR- GRAHAM @ 634-5216

Shopping!
Thrift Store

Thrift Shop continues to be open every Thursday between 2- 6 in the basement of the Log Church until early June. New donations are sorted and added to the shelves and racks every week. The Thrift Shop is run by volunteers, is a cash only operation, and if possible, shoppers should bring their own bags.

Sports and Fitness
Movement Wednesdays

Starts April 12
From 7pm to 8:30pm
Meet at the Dezadeash River Trailhead
Walk, run, jog to the gun range and back.
As the snow clears, the group will explore more trails together.
Hosted by Mental Wellness and Substance Use Services Team
Attendees will be entered into a draw for prizes!
Everyone is welcome

St Elias Ski Club

Did you know we have over 40km of groomed trails in the Haines Junction area?
A huge thank you to our local volunteer trail groomers and Parks Canada
Join the ski club for access to trail maps. There is a trail map at the trail hub near the Wildland Fire base.
Members is pay what you can. They suggest $50/family or $30/individual for the year.
Donations can be made by etransfer to steliasskiclub@gmail.com or find them on Facebook for more information.

Kluane Chilkat International Bike Relay

THE 27th ANNUAL KLUANE CHILKAT INTERNATIONAL BIKE RELAY IS FULL EXCEPT FOR SOLO RIDERS
On-line registration for the annual Kluane Chilkat International Bike Relay is now closed to 2, 4 and 8-person teams. Solo riders can still register until May 12.
Any interested teams are encouraged to check the KCIBR Facebook page for updates towards the end of May and early June, as some registered teams may choose to sell their spot.
There are currently approximately:
- 57 solos
- 45 two person teams
- 86 four person teams
- 89 eight person teams
ATCO Electric Yukon, Air North Yukon’s Airline, Chieftain Energy, The Driving Force Vehicle Rental, Sales and Leasing, Icycle Sport, Borealis Fuels and Logistics, Kellett Communications, and Sports Experts are this year's major event sponsors.
For more information on the bike relay, visit the website at www.kcibr.org.

BGC Yukon Programming

BGC Yukon is offering new youth programming in HJ
Mondays – Fun with Food program is 3:30 to 5:30pm → learn new skills and eat food!
Mondays - Youth basketball is from 3:30 to 4:30pm
Tuesday – Girls Group from 3:30pm to 5:30pm for grades 6-12
Wednesdays - Open gym time from 3:30pm to 5:30pm - ages 12+
Thursdays - Badminton and Pickleball 3:30pm to 5:30pm
Thursdays - Introduction to Mindfulness, youth 10+ with adult, or 12+ (adults too!) Be kind to your mind! 6 to 7pm

Romp n Run

Every Tuesday and Thursday from 10-11:30am
Activities are for Kids and their caregivers
Snacks provided
Thursday, April 13
- Staff from the Child Development Centre in Whitehorse will be leading us through some fun activities and games that will get you wiggling and moving. Snack and playtime after. Haines Junction Arena mezzanine. 10am- 11:30am

The Bill Brewster Arena

The arena is closed for the season. A huge thank you to the staff and volunteers who do incredible work all season long.

Adult Volleyball

16+, and St Elias junior and senior volleyball team members are invited.
Wednesday’s at 7:00- 9:00pm.
At the school gym.

Basketball

Mondays at 7pm. 13+

Badminton and Pickleball

Thursdays 7 to 8:30pm

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CBC Community Report for March 9, 2023

10/12/2023

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Congratulations to…

Glacier Festival – Wow! What a spectacular event last weekend – there were games, dancing, snow carving, activities for young and old! So grateful to JAM and the event organizers for bringing it all together. We’re all looking forward to next year!

Cole Pauls for winning the Yukon Historical & Museums Association 2022 award for Education, Innovation, and Community Engagement Award.
- Cole is a Champagne and Aishihik First Nations Citizen and Tahltan comic artist, illustrator, and printmaker hailing from Haines Junction.
- Cole’s 2022 graphic novel, Kwändǖr (“story” in Southern Tutchone), is a creative, captivating celebration of the language, culture, and heritage of Dene and Arctic peoples. Kwändǖr features a collection of short stories told in the form of comics, ranging personal experiences, to narratives featuring traditional activities and stories, to documentary-like profiles, and more.

Haines Junction sisters, Alia (15) and Sophie (13) Drummond have had a busy last few weeks representing The Yukon at the Arctic Winter Games in Wood Buffalo and the Canada Winter Games in PEI. As part of the Team Yukon Female Hockey team, they helped achieve some territorial milestones at both of the events.

The Bronze Ulu they secured at the Arctic Winter Games with a win over Team Alaska was the first medal finish in 24 years for Yukon women in this tournament. With 10 points through their 4 games, Alia tied for second in overall scoring over the week and Sophie also chipped in with 2 goals and two assists.

This past week in PEI, the Team Yukon Female hockey team continued to set the bar for future Yukon athletes at the games national level. With a 2-2 record, they won the first two games for Yukon ever in this tournament and added the first ever shut-out with their 6-0 win over NWT. Sophie and four other of the younger girls from this team will be eligible to compete in the 2027 Canada Winter Games.

We’re excited for local goalie Ewen Wheeler who is a member of the Whitehorse Jr. Mustangs hockey team. They are heading to Richmond on Friday, March 10 for the Richmond Jets Spring Break Classic hockey tournament. In November the team went to Pitt Meadows and won their division – they are hoping for a repeat performance! Good luck Mustangs!

About Town
Waste Water Monitoring

The CAFN/VofHJ wastewater monitoring program is detecting high and increasing levels of COVID-19 in local wastewater. CAFN has reinstated its mask directive temporarily to help manage transmission and keep government services operating. They are also detecting higher levels of RSV and influenza.

Grief and Gratitude Ceremony broadcast to communities

CYFN is hosting a Grief and Gratitude Ceremony at Rotary Park on Saturday March 11 from noon to 4pm. It’s an opportunity for us to honour loved ones lost during the pandemic and celebrate their lives. It’s also an opportunity for us to show gratitude to our frontline workers and community members who helped keep us safe.
It will begin with an Acknowledging Grief Ceremony led by Elders and Firekeepers. After the Grief Ceremony there will be an intermission and then the Gratitude Gathering will begin featuring amazing Yukon First Nation musicians and comedians.
It will be a great opportunity for us to heal as a community.
All are welcome.
The event will be broadcast on CYFN’s facebook page, Northwestel community TV and CHON FM.

Storytime at the Haines Junction Public Library

10am Fridays for stories and STEM activities!
Open House!
- March 11 from 1-4pm
- Meet the amazing volunteer board, chat with the librarians and on-call librarians
- The director of Public Libraries and community library liaison will be there!
- There have been some changes and updates - come look around and chat with snacks!
- There will also be prizes!

St Elias Seniors Society

Seniors and Elders refreshments and games every Wednesday at 2:00 at the Drop-In (lower floor of Yukon Housing Apartment Building).
Weekly floor curling, carpet bowling and indoor walking group on Thursdays at 2:00 in the Convention Centre.

Growing!Local gardening maven Jolene Billwiller is getting ready for Spring! She’ll be offering local gardening workshops soon. Contact her at sprucecottagefarm@gmail.com for more information.
Champagne and Aishihik
Day of Honouring Anthony Promozic:

March 9th from 2-8 @ Pine Lake

Dän K’è̀ Kwänje Ghäkenīdän – Info Sessions

The two-year Adult Language Immersion Program is accepting applications for its second cohort!
The Dän Kʼe Kwänjē Ghäkenīdän Program is accredited through Simon Fraser University (SFU).
Students will earn a Certificate in Language Proficiency during the duration of the program. We offer CAFN citizens an opportunity to reconnect to their language and culture.
The Students will follow a typical school calendar from September 11, 2023 to early-June. Classes will run from 8:30-4:00 pm Monday-Friday.

Info Sessions: Held over Zoom
o Friday March 10    2 pm - 3 pm
o Friday March 24    7 pm - 8:30 pm
o Friday April 14    12:10 pm - 1:10 pm
Family Ice Fishing Day

Kusawa Lake Campground: Saturday, March 11 @ 11:00 am - 4:00 pm

The Spring Break Family Days

Has programming a variety of programming in Whitehorse, Champagne, Da Ku, Pine Lake, Takhini River Subdivision and Mount Sima from March 13 to 22. Contact Shannon Maloney or Alexia Workman for details.

Dakwakada Dancers Photos Wanted

We are looking for photos, video or audio recordings of the Dakwakada Dancers to be showcased at the Da Ku Cultural Centre. Email Millie Joe @ mjoe@cafn.ca by March 15th

Youth Bison Hunt - March 16 - March 19

If you are interested in being a Hunter, passing and teaching DÄN K’E or looking for more information regarding this Youth Bison Hunt Camp, please contact Micheal Jim or Josée Lemieux-Tremblay or call our HLR’s Office in Haines Junction at (867) 634-4200, ext. 251.

Shopping!
Thrift Store

The Thrift Shop, located in the basement of the Log Church is open every Thursday from 2-6 PM.
It is run by volunteers, that sort and organize donations of clothing and small household items in the hopes that these items can be reused by community members.
Donations of clean, good condition items can be dropped off outside the Thrift Shop at any time.

Health and Wellness
Art Journaling

Wednesday evening art journal group provides time and space to be creative in whatever way works for you…. draw, paint, glue, write .
All adults welcome- school art room 7-9pm

Art and Culture
Parks Canada

The application deadline is quickly approaching for the Kluane National Park and Reserve Artist in Residence program.
Made possible through a partnership with the Yukon Arts Centre and the Arctic Institute of North America’s Kluane Lake Research Station, this is an amazing opportunity for artists to spend two weeks creating work in this incredible region while connecting with researchers and scientists.
The deadline for applications is March 20th, 2023. Don’t wait – apply today! http://ow.ly/qHQj50N2uTj
For more information visit Yukonartscenter.ca and follow the links under artist opportunitieshttps://yukonartscentre.com/artist_opportunities/kluane-national-park-artist-residency

Junction Arts and Music (JAM)

March 10 at 7:30 at the Convention Center- meaganandamy. Tickets are $20. Seniors and youth are free.
March 18 at 7pm - Matthew Liens & Friends (Alana Martinson, Elijah Bekk, Dave Haddock and Lonnie Powell). Tickets are $20. Seniors and youth are free.

Sports and Fitness
St Elias Ski Club

Did you know we have over 40km of groomed trails in the Haines Junction area?
A huge thank you to our local volunteer trail groomers and Parks Canada
Join the ski club for access to trail maps. There is a trail map at the trail hub near the Wildland Fire base.
Members is pay what you can. They suggest $50/family or $30/individual for the year.
Donations can be made by etransfer to steliasskiclub@gmail.com or find them on Facebook for more information.

Kluane Chilkat International Bike Relay

The Kluane Chilkat International Bike Relay is gearing up for an exciting race on Saturday June 17, 2023. Gather a team and sign up!
Online Registration begins on Wednesday March 15 at 6am. Go to kcibr.org's registration page for details.
What's new? E bikes are allowed on 8-person teams but are not required for every rider on that team. See Race Rules for more information.
We hope to see you there!

BGC Yukon Programming

BGC Yukon is offering new youth programming in HJ
Mondays – Fun with Food program is 3:30 to 5:30pm → learn new skills and eat food!
Mondays - Youth basketball is from 3:30 to 4:30pm
Tuesday – Girls Group from 3:30pm to 5:30pm for grades 6-12
Wednesdays - Open gym time from 3:30pm to 5:30pm - ages 12+
Thursdays - Badminton and Pickleball 3:30pm to 5:30pm
Thursdays - Introduction to Mindfulness, youth 10+ with adult, or 12+ (adults too!) Be kind to your mind! 6 to 7pm

Hardwater Race

2023 races at Pine Lake are scheduled for April 1-2
Yukon Hardwater racing will be hosting the Third annual Pine Lake
Entry fees for x country lake race – cash only $150.00 per class
Friday Night : X country Lake Race Registration 7pm - 9pm (at Pine Lake)
Saturday:
- 8:00am - 10:00am Kids, Trapper Class Registrations.
- 11:00am Mandatory Racers meeting
- 11-1:00pm Kids racing , (Kids 11 and under race free)
- 1:00pm Women’s Race (Age 16 up)
- 2:00pm 0-600 Race (Age 16 up)
- 3:00pm 601-open Race (Age 16 up)
- 4:00pm Trapper Class race (Age 12 - up) 100HP limit must have skimmer
- 4:00pm Awards
- 7:00pm - Midnight. Dinner and Live music !!!!
Sunday:
- Entry for Drag racing cash only $40.00/class
- 8:30am - 10:00am All drag racers registration.
- 10:30am Racer meet
- 11:00am - 4:00pm Drag racing
- Drag racing will be double knock out
Race Rules:
- No traction products (ie. studs)
- Racers require Helmet, Tekvest and knee/shin pads
- Tether cord is highly recommended

Romp n Run

Every Tuesday and Thursday from 10-11:30am
Today’s activity is Sing Along Songs and Bouncy Castle Fun. It’s in the Grand Hall this week.
Activities are for Kids and their caregivers
Snacks provided

The Bill Brewster Arena

Lots of skating - check the schedule online

Adult Volleyball

16+, and St Elias junior and senior volleyball team members are invited.
Wednesday’s at 7:00- 9:00pm.
At the school gym.

Basketball

Mondays at 7pm. 13+

Badminton and Pickleball

7 to 8:30pm

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CBC Community Report for February 16, 2023

10/12/2023

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Congratulations to…

Shäwthän Näzhì: Healing with the Land Society for winning $500,000 in the Arctic Inspiration Prize. We are all so very proud of you.
Also what an incredible showing at the Arctic Winter Games for Team Yukon and our Haines Junction athletes!.
Also a big shout out to the local teams at the Hand Games Tournament this weekend and team Dakwakada Nembà for winning SECOND PLACE!

About Town
Glacier Nights Snow Festival

Junction Arts and Music along with several community groups is hosting a new event!
Friday March 3 from 5-9:30 pm and Saturday March 4 from 10am to 9:30pm
This is an indoor/outdoor event
Jai Reid from Haines Junction will be accompanying Joshua Lesage in sculpting an 8'x8'x8' snow sculpture.
Meet and greet the Artists wine and cheese Friday March 3rd at the Snow bar on the St-Elias Convention Center grounds.
Pancake Breakfast Saturday Morning. Grads are fundraising and providing food and drink during the event, please come support them.
Haines Junction Community Market Saturday
Snow sculpting competition Saturday. Spots still available. Free to enter. Open to all skill levels. Entry deadline Sunday February 19 midnight.
Outdoor snow bar with lights, dancing and costume contest Saturday Night. Dress for fun, dance to stay warm;)
Silent auction
Film projection
Youth center offering a snow globe workshop and more!

Storytime at the Haines Junction Public Library

10am Fridays for stories and STEM activities!

St Elias Seniors Society

Seniors and Elders refreshments and games every Wednesday at 2:00 at the Drop-In (lower floor of Yukon Housing Apartment Building).
Weekly floor curling, carpet bowling and indoor walking group on Thursdays at 2:00 in the Convention Centre.
Happy Feet (foot clinics) will be out again for the next one scheduled for February 27 and 28.

Celebrating Junctioners “outside”
It’s always exciting to see Junctioners excelling at what they do best.Artist - Marty Richie

Marty Richie’s latest exhibit is at Arts Underground on Main Street.
It’s called Understories and she describes it as taking a walk through a Yukon forest and seeing tiny forest creatures like elves…
It is a kid-friendly show that takes you on a magical walk through the boreal forest.
There are lots of fun little details to discover and it's made from handprinted linocuts on paper and recycled fabric.
In fact, lots of it is actual clothing that could be worn!
But make sure to look for all the busy forest beings hidden throughout!
The show is open at Arts Underground from 12 noon until 5 pm, Tuesday to Saturday until February 25th."

Athlete- Callum Weir

I mentioned a few months back that Callum Weir made the Mens Futsal National team
His family is excited to report that he’s trying out for the Canadian Soccer pro teams!
Good luck Callum, we’re rooting for you!

Athlete - Roy Oborne

We’re also really proud of 11 year old athlete Roy Oborne who is swimming at BC Divisionals in Surrey this week. If he does well, he’ll advance to provincials. Go Roy Go!!

Shopping!
Thrift Store

The Thrift Shop, located in the basement of the Log Church is open every Thursday from 2-6 PM.
It is run by volunteers, that sort and organize donations of clothing and small household items in the hopes that these items can be reused by community members.
Donations of clean, good condition items can be dropped off outside the Thrift Shop at any time.

Health and Wellness
Art Journaling

Wednesday evening art journal group provides time and space to be creative in whatever way works for you…. draw, paint, glue, write .
All adults welcome- school art room 7-9pm

Sports and Fitness
St Elias Ski Club

Did you know we have over 40km of groomed trails in Haines Junction?
A huge thank you to our local volunteer trail groomers
- Kathleen Lake/Mät'atäna Män - Groomed and trackset for classic on February 7th
- Summit creek - Groomed on February 5th
- Pine Lake - Groomed and trackset for classic and skate skiing on February 11
- Forestry Trails - Groomed and trackset on February 2
- Auriol Trail - Packed and groomed on February 10 (not trackset)
Join the ski club for access to trail maps.
Members is pay what you can. They suggest $50/family or $30/individual for the year.
Donations can be made by etransfer to steliasskiclub@gmail.com or find them on Facebook for more information.

Kluane Chilkat International Bike Relay

After a 3 year hiatus, we are back!
This event begins in Haines Junction, Yukon and ends in Haines, Alaska on Saturday June 17, 2023.
We're busy revising information, recruiting volunteer groups, etc.
This year, they have 3 vacant checkpoints on the Canadian side that need to be managed by non profit groups. Organizers have been working on this since the fall but with no luck so far.
Running a checkpoint is an opportunity to raise $1500 for your organization!
There are 7 checkpoints along the way, managed by non profit groups
Interested? Please email race.coord@kcibr.org or call 867-334-1286.

BGC Yukon Programming

BGC Yukon is offering new youth programming in HJ
Mondays – Fun with Food program is 3:30 to 5:30pm → learn new skills and eat food!
Mondays - Youth basketball is from 3:30 to 4:30pm
Tuesday – Girls Group from 3:30pm to 5:30pm for grades 6-12
Wednesdays - Open gym time from 3:30pm to 5:30pm - ages 12+
Thursdays - Badminton and Pickleball 3:30pm to 5:30pm
Thursdays - Introduction to Mindfulness, youth 10+ with adult, or 12+ (adults too!) Be kind to your mind! 6 to 7pm

Hardwater Race

2023 races at Pine Lake are scheduled for April 1-2

Step Classes with Shelby

Mondays and Thursdays ! 5 pm to 6 pm in the Mezzanine

Yoga

Lotus Yoga Studio
- We have yoga for the Haines Junction Dakwäkäda community happening this Fri at 6:30pm and Breathe and Silent meditation class on Sat at 10:45am
- Both classes are 75 mins and $10 each, no experience necessary as anyone can do this! Everyone needs to move their joints in all ranges for proper body mechanics and using breathe to energize or calm our mind or bodies can have very powerful effects in other areas of our lives .
- Head to lotusstudio.ca to book in or text Rebecca at 250797-4921 for information.
- Wear loose comfortable clothes, bring a yoga mat and water bottle.
- Thank you to RPAY -Recreation and Parks Association of the Yukon for assisting in funding this wellness program for the community of Haines Junction. Cost per person to attend is $10.

Romp n Run

Every Tuesday and Thursday from 10-11:30am
Today’s activity is Sing Along Songs and Bouncy Castle Fun. It’s in the Grand Hall this week.
Activities are for Kids and their caregivers
Snacks provided

The Bill Brewster Arena

Lots of skating - check the schedule online

Adult Volleyball

16+, and St Elias junior and senior volleyball team members are invited.
Wednesday’s at 7:00- 9:00pm.
At the school gym.

Basketball

Mondays at 7pm. 13+

Badminton and Pickleball

7 to 8:30pm

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