CBC Radio Community Report for September 11, 2025

CBC Radio Community Report for September 11, 2025
This is the September 11, 2025 CBC Yukon morning radio community report for Dakwakada-Haines Junction. This report is produced from information sent by the community or gathered from bulletin boards and Facebook groups for HJ. Please let Kari Johnston know of any errors or omissions. The report is also published to volunteerhainesjunction.com and to the Echo (when possible.)
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👋 Introduction


👉Weather: K’ùk kulį- it is cloudy
👉 School is back in – a huge thank you to the team at St Elias Community School for a great first week back. 
👉Last day for the Village Bakery is September 15
👉Pedal Junction is pleased to announce that they have completed Phase 1 of the construction of the new Bike Skills Park. Entry is off of Willow Acres Road, just down from the water tower. The beginner green and light blue loops are done. Next year, we can look forward to the completion of the pump track, picnic area and strider-bike trails. It has been great to see so many local youth using it. Congratulations to all of the volunteers who helped make it happen! Pedal Junction is seeking donations of old rakes and shovels to help maintain the park. If you have one to donate, please drop them a line at [email protected]. NOTE: Ila and Indy are hosting a lemonade stand fundraiser for the new park, this Sunday, September 14 from noon to 1:30pm.
👉Sha Shaw Corporation and the Ts’u Ghay (Spruce Roots) Collective are building a new sewing studio. The modular building arrived earlier this week and is a great new addition to the town (it’s right across the street from Frostys). It’s exciting to see a new business emerging in our community that is youth-driven. 


👋Champagne and Aishihik First Nations

👉Äshäw (Elders) Camp Kluksku
Calling All CAFN Elders! Join us at Klukshu for a week of tradition, connection, and community.
We'll be cutting and drying salmon in the smokehouse Enjoy cultural activities and storytelling.
Monday, Sept 15 – Friday, Sept 19, 2025 Klukshu Village
Let’s gather, share stories, and keep our traditions alive. For more info, contact Sheila Joe at 867-335-2514

👉On Saturday, September 13, we will be beading Orange Shirt pins in Champagne ahead of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Light snacks will be provided at the Champagne Hall from 1-4 p.m.
For more information, contact Jacquie Chambers at 867-634-5219 or Darlene Blair at 867-634-5216.

👉Kusawa berry picking
Wednesday, September 10
Leaving Haines Junction - 9:30 am
Call Darline Blair 867-634-5216
Lunch and refreshments provided
Bring your berry buckets

👉Champagne and Aishihik First Nations is pleased to offer six new residential lots in Haines Junction. These lots are available for eligible Citizens to apply.
To learn more and submit your application, please visit the Property Services section of the CAFN website at www.cafn.ca

👉Join us for a gathering to wrap up the end of the Shakat (summer) season with coffee, tea, cupcakes and door prizes!
Da Kų Cultural Centre, Dakwäkäda HJ
Sunday, September 21, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
CAFN's Language and Culture department, Yukon Government and Parks Canada would like to express our gratitude -Shä̀w níthän- to all visitors and locals for coming out to see us.
We will remain open to the public until September 30, 2025.

👉CAFN Heritage Lands and Resources is holding a First Hunt Camp for all CAFN youth aged 12 to 25.
Dates: September 15–19
Location: To be determined
Cost: Free
Chaperones welcome!
To register or for more information, email: [email protected]

👉Have you filled out our surveyCAFN is inviting Citizens, students and families to share feedback on its draft education strategy.
Complete our survey and include your name to be eligible for prizes, including:
A cord of firewood from Hubbard Services, split and delivered to Haines Junction and Whitehorse
A cord of firewood donated by Hubbard Services
A punch pass to Eclipse Nordic Spa
A $200 gift certificate to the Njù Store at the Da Kų Cultural Centre
The deadline to fill out the survey is September 22.
Have your say here https://tinyurl.com/y9vayfsu

👉CAFN is seeking Citizens to fill positions on the following boards and committees:
Champagne and Aishihik Trust Board
Dakwakada Capital Investments Limited Partnership Board
Sha Shaw Corporation
St. Elias School Community Committee
Alsek Renewable Resource Council
CAFN Housing Committee
CAFN Lands Committee
CAFN Language, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee
For more information, head to our website: https://cafn.ca/.../Board-Advertisements-August-21-2025.pdf


👋Village of Haines Junction
👉Notice from YG: In mid-September, a Contractor will be commencing wildfire risk reduction work at the Haines Junction Aerodrome as part of the Haines Junction Community Wildfire Protection Plan. This includes FireSmart treatments and clearing around the runway area. The work is expected to start on September 14th 2025 and continue until December 2026. Residents can expect to see increased presence of heavy equipment in the area during this time. Working hours are reduced to 8AM to 7PM to mitigate noise disturbance.

👉Council of the Village of Haines Junction has released its Strategic Plan. You can read it here: https://hainesjunction.ca/p/council-strategic-priorities-2025-2028


👋Community Markets
👉 FALL FAIR ACTIVITIES September 14 from 2-6pm
KIDS: Colouring, Play doh, Twister, Bouncy castle
YOUTH & ADULTS: Lawn Darts Ring toss Bean bag toss Ladder ball Bocce Horseshoes Croquet
PETTING ZOO: Sheep Donkey Chicken


VENDORS:
7 Local Vendors!
7 Whitehorse Vendors!
BAKING CONTEST


Produce & Flowers CONTEST


Enter the Home Grown DISPLAY


PRIZES
Excellence Certificates
Ribbons
$ Gift Certificates $
All this is possible with funding from The Community Development Fund.
Thank you.




👋KLRS
👉Community open house is on September 13 from 3-7pm
BBQ and prizes
Mile 1054 Alaska Highway


👋Thrift Store
👉Today is opening day for the Haines Junction Thrift Shop for the fall and winter season.   The Thrift Shop, located in the basement of the Log Church, will be open every Thursday from 2-6 pm. The prices remain the same as last season with adult items starting at $2 and children items starting at $1.  Remember to bring cash, as the Thrift Shop is unable to accept other forms of payment, and a reuseable bag or two is also handy as there are many great items waiting for you to find.   Shopping second hand is the perfect way to save money and keep items out of the landfill. The volunteer staff look forward to seeing you there!


👋Kluane Hot Rides Club
👉Show and Shine is on Saturday, September 13th from 11am to 2pm. Registration for best in show is $10. 195 Alaska Highway (same lot as the Adventure Time e-bike rentals). Drinks and snacks available on site.


👋Birding with Julie!
👉There is a Yukon Bird Club walk on Saturday Sept 20. Location is on Rainbow street but people can park near the Convention centre and walk over. Julie and Terry will wait on the corner of Rainbow and Karmen streets. Time is 1100 hrs and will be 2 hrs. This area is known for rarities but can also be quiet.


👋 Junction Arts and Music
👉Mark your Mondays for this fun event! There's a jam/open stage gathering starting on September 1st @ 6 - 10 pm at the Convention Center. Adults only – 18+. No drugs, alcohol or vaping. See you there!


👉Disco fever is back! Come dance the night away at the Disco Dance Party, with the Major Funk Orchestra!
October 4 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm
The Yukon’s long running dance party experts, Major Funk, have assembled an all-star team of musicians and dancers to bring you an unforgettable night of DISCO dance music.
The 13-piece “Major Funk Orchestra” features the Yukon’s favourite neighbourhood funk band, Major Funk, plus a full string section, additional horns, guest vocalists, and percussion. With a full night of curated disco tunes, choreographed dance performances, costumes and decorations straight from the disco era, the disco vibes and dance floor good times will be grooving all night long!
Dress to impress in your disco best!
Location: St. Elias Convention Centre, Grand Hall – Haines Junction, YT
Doors Open at 7pm, 8pm start
Tickets $20 in advance online or at the door
$20 general admission (free for seniors and youth)


👋The Kluane National Park Management Board 
👉Has released its Strategic Plan for 2025-2028. Read it here, along with other news and updates from KNPMB:  https://kluanenpmb.ca/blog/


👋Parks Canada
For Kluane National Park and Reserve, our dark sky festival, Northern Nights, is fast approaching! We activities set for Friday evening Sept 19 and all day Saturday Sept 20. 

Here is the activities scheduled:

👉Friday Sept 19
Parks Canada Campfire Talk at 6pm
Lantern craft & creative workshop 7-8pm
Open mic hosted by Yukon Words 8-10pm
Yukon Astronomical Society stargazing 9-11pm
 
👉Saturday Sept 20
Storytelling & Bannock with John Fingland at 10am
Kid’s activities Hosted by:

• Yukon Family Literacy 11am-6pm
• YukonU STEAM 12pm
• Yukon Astronomical Society 4pm

Clothing swap with Raven Recentre’s Zero Waste team 11-6pm
Night hunters: Learn about little brown bats with Yukon Wildlife Viewing at 3pm
Glass blowing demonstration with Lumel studios 1-6PM
Hot dog roast with Parka 5pm*first come first serve
Musical performance - Brigitte Jardin at 7pm
Yukon Wildlife Viewing “Night Eyes” activity at 8pm
Yukon Astronomical Society Campfire talk at 9pm
Yukon Astronomical Society stargazing 9-11pm


👋Sports, Health and Fitness
👉Haines Junction Minor Hockey online registration is now open. We encourage people to register early so we can determine the numbers for each group.


The upcoming season is tentatively scheduled to start on Tuesday, October 14th.

Stay tuned for a gear swap – we'll have more details coming soon.  

There will be a Power Skating Clinic and Hockey Skills Camp on Saturday, October 25th. This event is FREE to all Registered Haines Junction Minor Hockey Players, thanks to the support of Hockey Yukon. This camp is geared for players 6 and up!


👉Romp-n-Run
Romp n Run is on Tuesdays and Thursdays 10-11:30am
Come enjoy a facilitated program, followed by a healthy snack, and free play.


👉Pedal Junction
Pedal Junction is pleased to announce that they have completed Phase 1 of the construction of the new Bike Skills Park. Built by local biking legend Chris Ritchie, entry is off of Willow Acres Road, just down from the water tower. The beginner green and light blue loops are done. Next year, we can look forward to the completion of the pump track, picnic area and strider-bike trails. It has been great to see so many local youth using it. Congratulations to all of the volunteers who helped make it happen! Pedal Junction is seeking donations of old rakes and shovels to help maintain the park. If you have one to donate, please drop them a line at [email protected].