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Shopping! Thrift StoreOpen Thursdays from 2-6pm in the basement of the log church At the present time the Thrift Shop is unable to accept donations, but the volunteers continue to add new items to the shelves every week from previously received donations. The Thrift Shop is located in the basement of the Log Church, is run entirely by volunteers, and is a great place to find what you need at very low prices. Community Market
Art Journaling
CAFN Youth Center - Cross Country Ski Club
Kluane Mountain Bluegrass FestivalMusic. Mountains. MagicThe festival will be June 12-14, 2020 Featured performers include: Sideline, Mile Twelve, Seth Mulder and Midnight Run, The Slocan Ramblers 50% of festival passes are already sold so get yours today! Visit: yukonbluegrass.com for more information. Kluane Chilkat International Bike Relay With all of this wonderful snow, it’s hard to change gears and start thinking about preparations for the 27th annual Kluane Chilkat International Bike Relay on June 20 2020. But registration is just around the corner, beginning Monday March 16 2020 at 12:01am. Don’t delay, as spots fill up fast. Visit: www.kcibr.org for details. Teams can enter in one of several categories. There are solo, 2, 4, and 8-person teams for men, women, and mixed categories. This international event has filled up in a short period of time over the last few years. It attracts riders locally from the Yukon and Alaska as well as from other parts of Canada, the US, and sometimes beyond. Race officials anticipate that all 1200 rider spots will fill quickly again this year. Along with the 1200 rider cap, there is a limit of 95 teams in the 8-person category. Solo riders are given a bit more time to make the big decision to ride the entire 240 kms. Registration for solo riders closes on April 10th. A reminder to some rule changes from 2019: Removal of the “consecutive leg” rule and removal of “traditional” vs “non-traditional” categories. Rules, start times and other logistical information for the 2020 event are posted at www.kcibr.org. As motor vehicles continue to be the primary safety concern, signage and messaging to participants will continue to focus on and encourage safe, cautious driving habits. The bike relay is a 240 km, international event, crossing the US-Canada border 65 kilometres from Haines. All visitors to Alaska, including riders on Leg 7 must show a passport at U.S. Customs. Cyclists will have to dismount and show their passport. It is best for Leg 7 riders to be US or Canadian Citizens. Participants should check the event website for details about clearing customs. Participants who want to purchase a souvenir t-shirt must do so by April 10th. The shirt design for this year was created by Whitehorse artist Monika Melnychuk and is posted on the KCIBR website. Notice of Possible By-Election Nomination Day will be Tuesday March 31, 2020 between 8:30 am – 12:00 pm. Nominations will be accepted in the St. Elias Centre Atrium. If a poll is required the advance poll will be held Thursday, April 9th on the main floor in the St Elias Centre Atrium between 8:00 am – 8: 00 pm. The regular poll will be held on Thursday April 16 at the same location. Thrift StoreThe Thrift Store is open from 2-6pm on Thursdays (March 12 and 26, April 9 and 30 and May 14). Organized, tidy and clean assortment of gently used closes, books, toys, household items at bargain prices. Sports ReportDrop-in SportsAdult and Teen Badminton – Thursdays at 7pm Hockey -- Mondays and Thursdays – 7:30-9 pm Curling -- Sundays 1-4 pm Soccer -- Thursdays from 7:30-9 pm at the school gym. Teens and elders welcome! Lots of exercise, laughter and fun !Volleyball – Mondays at 7pm in the school gym Yoga Mondays at 5:15 at Yukon College, free. Tuesdays at 5:15 pm, at Yukon College, tone and stretch, free Wednesdays at noon, at Yukon College, restorative, free. Thursdays at 5:15 pm, at Yukon College, tone and stretch, free. Romp n Run Romp n Run has fun, wiggles and movement for children 4 and under every Tuesday and Thursday until December 12th, 10am -11:30am, at the Haines Junction Arena mezzanine. Our programs include a Little Chefs program, a parent and tot yoga program, craft programs, visits from the Child Development centre and lots of other great activities. Healthy snack and coffee provided. Please wear comfortable clothes and indoor shoes. Parent or caregiver participation is required. Thank you to Partners for Children for funding our program. Bill Brewster Arena Public Skating March 9 to 17 Monday – 3 to 6:00pm Tuesday – 3 to 6 pm Wednesday – 3:05pm to 5pm Thursday – 3 to 6pm Friday – 3pm to 6pm Saturday – 11:30 am to 1:30pm Sunday – 3 to 9 pm Monday – 11 am to 6pm The arena is closed for the season as of March 17. Haines Junction Minor Hockey Thank you to all of the organizers, volunteers, coaches, parents, arena staff and players for another great hockey season in Haines Junction. The year end banquet is on March 11 at the Convention Centre from 5:30 to 7pm. St. Elias Seniors Society (ages 60+) NEW Activity! Yoga for Seniors, funded by RPAY will be on Tuesdays at 1:30 pm in the Social Room, basement of the seniors’ apartments. This class can be done sitting or standing and it’s an excellent class to gain strength and mobility. We also have Happy Feet in town for a foot clinic at the end of the month, contact Patty Moore to book an appointment at 634-2720 Join us on Mondays for our weekly carpet bowling or floor curling in the Convention Center Atrium from 1:30 to 3:00. Wednesdays is our Drop-In day from 1:30 to 3:00 in the Social Room on the lower floor, south end of the Senior’s Apartment Building on Martin Street. Yearly membership is $12.00 and includes meals and other benefits. Come on out and meet some of the 51+ members! The 2nd Wednesday of every month is our Birthday Cake day for everyone celebrating their birthday that month. Thursday at 1:30 we have an indoor walking group in the Grand Hall of the Convention Center. We count our loops and collectively add them up. When we have walked the distance for Haines Junction to Kathleen Lake, the walkers will celebrate with a special dinner. Come on out and enjoy the exercise! Arts and Culture Junction Artist in Residence ProgramThe Junction Artist-in-Residence (JAR) Program is pleased to announce Justine Woods as the selected artist for the 2020 JAR Program. Justine Woods is an interdisciplinary Métis fashion designer, visual storyteller and indigenous beader originally from the Georgian Bay Métis Community located near Midland/Penetanguishene, Ontario. Currently based in Tkaronto (Toronto, Ontario), Woods combines her skills as a bespoke tailor with her practice as a Métis storyteller by incorporating hand beaded designs onto garments she creates. “My design practice as a Métis storyteller and beader originated as a way for me personally connect with my heritage at a young age”, Woods states. “I was intrigued by the power that beading has to visually convey a story through the exploration of my own indigenous identity.” Through these explorations, Woods has engaged with various forms of knowledge sharing about indigenous culture, tradition and identity via her community relationships and through her artistic practice. Wood’s design practice explores how beadwork generates cultural narratives that go beyond the surface of the material. She uses beadwork as an artistic output to visually share knowledge, history, traditions, spirituality and relationships found within indigenous culture. One of Justine’s many interests within her practice is how the re-interpretation of Western styles and garments can serve as a tool for decolonization. The Artist-in-Residence will spend 3-months fully integrated within the natural and cultural setting of Haines Junction, YT and surrounding area. During this time, the artist will create a series of wearable works that reflect the program's theme of 'Sewing through the Landscape'. Both artist and community members will have several opportunities to engage with one another through a variety of presentations, workshops, and public programming. The 2020 program will be the third term for JAR, which occurs between July and October every other year. For press requests or inquiries, please contact Heiko Haehnsen at: junctionjar@gmail.com Junction Arts and Music (JAM) Junction Arts & Music and Whitehorse Concerts are pleased to present meagan&amy, a vibrant Canadian duo consisting of violinist Amy Hillis and pianist Meagan Milatz. The duo will work with the local children's fiddle group, The Treble Makers, who will open for their evening concert! The concert is Friday, March 20 at 7:30pm at the St Elias Convention Centre in Haines Junction. Tickets are $20 cash at the door, $10 for students (13-18) and seniors (65+) and 12 and under are FREE. We hope to see you all there! Haines Junction Public Library Storyhour at the pubic library for 2-5 year olds and their adults. Fridays from 10-11. Free. Arts and Craft Guild The organizers of the Log Church art and craft guild are excited to announce that they will be opening again in June 2020. The gallery will accept art and crafts from residents of Dakwakada-Haines Junction and the surrounding area. More details coming soon. Home Routes Concerts A big thank you to the gracious hosts/organizers who open up their living rooms to bring live music to your community. Home Routes concerts are hosted in over 150 communities across Canada. This model of arts production makes it feasible for professional musicians to reach communities throughout the country. They return home with new connections, lifelong friends, money in their pockets, recordings sold, and usually want to sign up for another tour. Visit homeroutes.ca for more information. Haines Junction dates: Sun Mar 29 - Rick Fines, ON Tues Apr 28 -The Schotts, ON CAFN 25th Anniversary Celebration! CAFN is celebrating 25 years since we began implementing our Final and Self Government Agreements! The Agreements came into effect on February 14, 1995. Everyone is Welcome to come to the Whitehorse CAFN office and Da Ku Cultural Centre in Haines Junction for a slice of the 25th anniversary cake and to be part of a historic photo opportunity! Everyone is Welcome! For more information, please contact Millie Joe at 634-5243 or mjoe@cafn.ca Curling Bonspiel and Grad Class Fundraiser The Annual Sweet Hearts Curling Bonspiel hosted by the St. Elias Lion’s Club is on February 15. The grad class will be hosting a concession fundraiser. Pom Pom Challenge! The very popular pom pom challenge is back again this year in support of the Arctic Winter Games. Non-profit groups in Mayo and Haines Junction are invited to sew 30 pom poms for a $200 honoraria for your group/organization. Please fill out the application form located at volunteerhainesjunction.com by January 20, 2020 to register your group. Pompoms must be completed by February 14, 2020. This year we’re using wolf fur from trappers from the traditional territory of the Na-Cho Nyäk Dun. Thrift Store The Thrift Store is open from 2-6pm on Thursday, February 13. Kluane Mountain Bluegrass Festival Music. Mountains. Magic The festival will be June 12-14, 2020 Featured performers include: Sideline, Mile Twelve, Seth Mulder and Midnight Run, The Slocan Ramblers 50% of festival passes are already sold so get yours today! Visit: yukonbluegrass.com for more information. Community Outreach Canada Revenue Agency and Service Canada CRA and Service Canada will be at the St. Elias Convention Centre on Wednesday, February 12 from 9:30 am to 3:30 pm. Closed from lunch from noon to 1:00 pm. Service Canada can help you access and give you information on Government of Canada programs and services. CRA representatives can provide information on benefits and credits available. Get help with printing income tax slips, notices of assessment and more. Please bring photo ID and your social insurance number. Sports Report Drop-in Sports Adult and Teen Badminton – Thursdays at 7pm Hockey -- Mondays and Thursdays – 7:30-9 pm Curling -- Sundays 1-4 pm Soccer -- Thursdays from 7:30-9 pm at the school gym. Teens and elders welcome! Lots of exercise, laughter and fun !Volleyball – Mondays at 7pm in the school gym Yoga Mondays at 5:15 at Yukon College, free. Tuesdays at 5:15 pm, at Yukon College, tone and stretch, free Wednesdays at noon, at Yukon College, restorative, free. Thursdays at 5:15 pm, at Yukon College, tone and stretch, free. Romp n Run Romp n Run has fun, wiggles and movement for children 4 and under every Tuesday and Thursday until December 12th, 10am -11:30am, at the Haines Junction Arena mezzanine. Our programs include a Little Chefs program, a parent and tot yoga program, craft programs, visits from the Child Development centre and lots of other great activities. Healthy snack and coffee provided. Please wear comfortable clothes and indoor shoes. Parent or caregiver participation is required. Thank you to Partners for Children for funding our program. Bill Brewster Arena Public Skating Mondays – 3 to 4:30pm Wednesdays – 3:15pm to 4:30pm Thursdays – 3:15 pm to 4:30 pm Friday – 3pm to 6pm Saturday – 10 am to 11:45 am (beginners only, no sticks or pucks) Saturday – noon to 2pm Sunday -- 5 to 7 pm Haines Junction Minor Hockey There are Minor Hockey Events happening almost every single weekend from now until March 6. Haines Junction Minor Hockey would like to thank all their volunteers, the Village of Haines Junction staff, Lotteries Yukon's Community Lottery Program, the Dakwakada Capital Investments, as well as local businesses and many, many members of our community for their ongoing monetary contribution and support. We couldn't run a program like this without you! Thank you! If your child is between the ages of 4-17 and interested in playing hockey - or if you have any questions about upcoming events please contact Haines Junction Minor Hockey at 867-332-2070 or by email at hjminorhockey@gmail.com , we can also be found on Facebook. St. Elias Seniors Society (ages 60+) NEW Activity! Yoga for Seniors, funded by RPAY will be on Tuesdays at 1:30 pm in the Social Room, basement of the seniors’ apartments. This class can be done sitting or standing and it’s an excellent class to gain strength and mobility. We also have Happy Feet in town for a foot clinic at the end of the month, contact Patty Moore to book an appointment at 634-2720 Join us on Mondays for our weekly carpet bowling or floor curling in the Convention Center Atrium from 1:30 to 3:00. Wednesdays is our Drop-In day from 1:30 to 3:00 in the Social Room on the lower floor, south end of the Senior’s Apartment Building on Martin Street. Yearly membership is $12.00 and includes meals and other benefits. Come on out and meet some of the 51+ members! The 2nd Wednesday of every month is our Birthday Cake day for everyone celebrating their birthday that month. Thursday at 1:30 we have an indoor walking group in the Grand Hall of the Convention Center. We count our loops and collectively add them up. When we have walked the distance for Haines Junction to Kathleen Lake, the walkers will celebrate with a special dinner. Come on out and enjoy the exercise! This Friday, January 17 there is a foot care clinic. Contact Patty for an appointment. Arts and Culture Junction Artist in Residence Program The Junction Artist-in-Residence (JAR) Program is pleased to announce Justine Woods as the selected artist for the 2020 JAR Program. Justine Woods is an interdisciplinary Métis fashion designer, visual storyteller and indigenous beader originally from the Georgian Bay Métis Community located near Midland/Penetanguishene, Ontario. Currently based in Tkaronto (Toronto, Ontario), Woods combines her skills as a bespoke tailor with her practice as a Métis storyteller by incorporating hand beaded designs onto garments she creates. “My design practice as a Métis storyteller and beader originated as a way for me personally connect with my heritage at a young age”, Woods states. “I was intrigued by the power that beading has to visually convey a story through the exploration of my own indigenous identity.” Through these explorations, Woods has engaged with various forms of knowledge sharing about indigenous culture, tradition and identity via her community relationships and through her artistic practice. Wood’s design practice explores how beadwork generates cultural narratives that go beyond the surface of the material. She uses beadwork as an artistic output to visually share knowledge, history, traditions, spirituality and relationships found within indigenous culture. One of Justine’s many interests within her practice is how the re-interpretation of Western styles and garments can serve as a tool for decolonization. The Artist-in-Residence will spend 3-months fully integrated within the natural and cultural setting of Haines Junction, YT and surrounding area. During this time, the artist will create a series of wearable works that reflect the program's theme of 'Sewing through the Landscape'. Both artist and community members will have several opportunities to engage with one another through a variety of presentations, workshops, and public programming. The 2020 program will be the third term for JAR, which occurs between July and October every other year. For press requests or inquiries, please contact Heiko Haehnsen at: junctionjar@gmail.com Junction Arts and Music (JAM) La Belle Vie en Hiver Escape the winter mood on February 14 at 7:30 pm. Come and sample a curated selection of wines, cheeses and artisan breads while listening to live music by Brigitte Desjardins and Sarah Hamilton. Tickets are on sale now and are limited to 40 spaces. Please send your etransfer ($45/person) to hainesejunctionjam@gmail.com to secure your spot. Raven’s Rest Inn is offering a special for out-of-town guests at $100/night for a room and breakfast and use of the hot tub. Limited spaces available. Haines Junction Public Library Storyhour at the pubic library for 2-5 year olds and their adults. Fridays from 10-11. Free. Art Journal Group Tuesdays in the School ART ROOM. Join in anytime between 7-9 PM. I have supplies and can help you get started if you want. Artist Guild The organizers of the Log Church art and craft guild are excited to announce that they will be opening again in June 2020. More details coming soon. Home Routes Concerts A big thank you to the gracious hosts/organizers who open up their living rooms to bring live music to your community. Home Routes concerts are hosted in over 150 communities across Canada. This model of arts production makes it feasible for professional musicians to reach communities throughout the country. They return home with new connections, lifelong friends, money in their pockets, recordings sold, and usually want to sign up for another tour. Visit homeroutes.ca for more information. Haines Junction dates: Sat Feb 29 - Betse & Clarke, MO Sun Mar 29 - Rick Fines, ON Tues Apr 28 -The Schotts, ON Wellness Dakwäkäda nda dān kų – Haines Junction Health Centre News February is Heart Health Month One of the key steps to keeping your heart healthy is knowing your blood pressure (BP) and checking it regularly. High BP can, and often does, lead to increased risk of stroke, heart failure, dementia, kidney disease, and eye problems. Before you can address high BP, you have to know you're at risk. Get to Know Your Numbers at one of our BP clinics this month! February 12th from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. at Da Ku February 14th and 28th from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. at the bank February 19th from 1:30 to 3 p.m. at CAFN government building, and more events coming! If you would like the Community Health Nurse to come to your workplace to check BPs and provide general health screening, please call to inquire about availability. A nurse can check your blood pressure by appointment or by visiting the first floor of the health centre. Call us to ask about availability! WANT TO QUIT SMOKING? TRY QUITPATH! QuitPath is a free smoking cessation program offered at the health centre. You can access weekly support, free Nicotine Patches, nicotine replacement lozenges, inhalers, and gum for up to 12 weeks. Call to book an appointment today! If you have any questions or concerns, please call 634-4444. Grad Class Fundraiser On Friday, January 17, all the grads students will be hosting a radio bingo party to help us fundraise for our special grad day!🎓 well will be serving Burgers and Indian Tacos and other canteen snacks! Bring over your bingo packages or just come on over and get some good grub!😄 The doors open at 6pm for the concession. Bingo starts at 7:15 pm. The fun all takes place at Da Ku Cultural Centre. Bring your own bingo package. There will be a bake sale, cookie and muffin dough sales and a 50/50 draw. We have 9 students graduating from St. Elias School. Pom Pom Challenge! The very popular pom pom challenge is back again this year in support of the Arctic Winter Games. Non-profit groups in Mayo and Haines Junction are invited to sew 30 pom poms for a $200 honoraria for your group/organization. Please fill out the application form located at volunteerhainesjunction.com by January 20, 2020 to register your group. Pompoms must be completed by February 14, 2020. This year we’re using wolf fur from trappers from the traditional territory of the Na-Cho Nyäk Dun. Community Engagement Yukon Water Board – Aishihik Relicensing Notice of Type A Application and Public Hearing: Aishihik Generating Station. The hearing is scheduled to take place from January 13 to 17 in Haines Junction at the St. Elias Convention Centre starting at 9:00am. At the close of Monday’s proceedings the board is scheduled to begin the hearing at 9:30 am on Tuesday to accommodate possible travel delays due the weather. Alcan 200 The Alcan 200 takes place on January 7/18 this year starting in Haines, Alaska and racing to the Dezadeash Lodge. Driver sign-up is at 5:30pm at the Fogcutter Bar. Visit www.alcan200.org for more information Thrift Store The Thrift Store is open from 2-6pm on Thursday, January 23 this month. Sports Report Drop-in Sports Adult and Teen Badminton – we’re not sure of the schedule quite yet… Hockey -- Mondays and Thursdays – 7:30-9 pm Curling -- Sundays 1-4 pm Soccer -- Thursdays from 7:30-9 pm at the school gym. Teens and elders welcome! Lots of exercise, laughter and fun !Volleyball – Mondays at 7pm in the school gym Yoga Mondays at 5:15 at Yukon College, free. Tuesdays at 5:15 pm, at Yukon College, tone and stretch, free Wednesdays at noon, at Yukon College, restorative, free. Thursdays at 5:15 pm, at Yukon College, tone and stretch, free. Romp n Run Romp n Run has fun, wiggles and movement for children 4 and under every Tuesday and Thursday until December 12th, 10am -11:30am, at the Haines Junction Arena mezzanine. Our programs include a Little Chefs program, a parent and tot yoga program, craft programs, visits from the Child Development centre and lots of other great activities. Healthy snack and coffee provided. Please wear comfortable clothes and indoor shoes. Parent or caregiver participation is required. Thank you to Partners for Children for funding our program. Bill Brewster Arena - Public Skating Mondays – 3 to 4:30pm Wednesdays – 3:15pm to 4:30pm Thursdays – 3:15 pm to 4:30 pm Friday – 3pm to 6pm Saturday – 10 am to 11:45 am (beginners only, no sticks or pucks) Saturday – noon to 2pm Sunday -- 5 to 7 pm Haines Junction Minor Hockey There are Minor Hockey Events happening almost every single weekend from now until March 6. On January 19th we are teaming up with Arctic Edge and offering Haines Junction youth, ages 4-10 another FREE learn to skate Clinic. Youth do not need to be registered with Minor Hockey in order to participate. On January 25-26 we are hosting our 23rd annual Female Jamboree. A fun filled weekend of hockey! Come on out to the Bill Brewster arena and cheer on your local female players! On January 31-Feb 1 and 2 HJMH is hosting the Atom Yukon Championships. Players from around the Yukon (Whitehorse, Watson Lake, Dawson, Teslin, Faro and Haines Junction are coming together for a full fun filled weekend of hockey! Come on out and cheer on our local Huskies and the rest of our Yukon youth and enjoy some delicious food from HJMH's concession. On Thursday February 6th we are hosting FH Collins U18 players for a day of hockey! Come on out! Stay tuned for more games and events coming up... Haines Junction Minor Hockey would like to thank all their volunteers, the Village of Haines Junction staff, Lotteries Yukon's Community Lottery Program, the Dakwakada Capital Investments, as well as local businesses and many, many members of our community for their ongoing monetary contribution and support. We couldn't run a program like this without you! Thank you! If your child is between the ages of 4-17 and interested in playing hockey - or if you have any questions about upcoming events please contact Haines Junction Minor Hockey at 867-332-2070 or by email at hjminorhockey@gmail.com , we can also be found on Facebook. St. Elias Seniors Society (ages 60+) Join us on Mondays for our weekly carpet bowling or floor curling in the Convention Center Atrium from 1:30 to 3:00. Wednesdays is our Drop-In day from 1:30 to 3:00 in the Social Room on the lower floor, south end of the Senior’s Apartment Building on Martin Street. Yearly membership is $12.00 and includes meals and other benefits. Come on out and meet some of the 51+ members! The 2nd Wednesday of every month is our Birthday Cake day for everyone celebrating their birthday that month. Thursday at 1:30 we have an indoor walking group in the Grand Hall of the Convention Center. We count our loops and collectively add them up. When we have walked the distance for Haines Junction to Kathleen Lake, the walkers will celebrate with a special dinner. Come on out and enjoy the exercise! This Friday, January 17 there is a foot care clinic. Contact Patty for an appointment. Wellness Dakwäkäda nda dān kų – Haines Junction Health Centre News Right provider at the right time Seeing the ‘right provider at the right time’ means seeing the health care provider who can help you when you need care. Dr. Freeman and the nurses work together as a health care team to provide the best care possible to everyone. Dr. Freeman’s clinic is downstairs and by appointment only at 634-3838. She is a family doctor available for all permanent Haines Junction residents, with the transfer of their medical files to her clinic. The primary health care nurses and public health nurse are by appointment or walk-in at 634-4444. Emergencies or urgent cases are always seen in the upstairs clinic with the nurse. For a new or urgent medical concern, the primary health care nurse would be the right provider to see. They can consult with the doctor as needed for abnormal findings or temporary prescription renewals until you can get in to see the doctor. If you have any questions or concerns, please call 634-4444. Haines Junction Mountain Festival On International Mountain Day, Wednesday, December 11, 2019, the fourth Haines Junction Mountain Festival invites everyone to an evening of mountain music, films, presentations, refreshments, and a first-ever Mountain Trivia Competition. Admission is free to this all-ages event, at the St. Elias Convention Centre in Haines Junction (Dakwäkäda), beginning at 6:00 p.m. Longer days in February allow the festival to continue with outdoor activities for the whole family, February 7 - 9, 2020, in and around Haines Junction (Dakwäkäda.) Over that weekend, the Festival includes mountain displays, world-class films, food, activities and travel presentations focussed on the Canadian Mountain Network’s theme “Mountains Matter.” This year’s theme is “Mountains Matter for Youth.” The two-part festival is organized by volunteers, and supported in part by the national, newly-funded Canadian Mountain Network. Arts and Culture Junction Artist in Residence Program The Junction Artist-in-Residence (JAR) Program is pleased to announce Justine Woods as the selected artist for the 2020 JAR Program. Justine Woods is an interdisciplinary Métis fashion designer, visual storyteller and indigenous beader originally from the Georgian Bay Métis Community located near Midland/Penetanguishene, Ontario. Currently based in Tkaronto (Toronto, Ontario), Woods combines her skills as a bespoke tailor with her practice as a Métis storyteller by incorporating hand beaded designs onto garments she creates. “My design practice as a Métis storyteller and beader originated as a way for me personally connect with my heritage at a young age”, Woods states. “I was intrigued by the power that beading has to visually convey a story through the exploration of my own indigenous identity.” Through these explorations, Woods has engaged with various forms of knowledge sharing about indigenous culture, tradition and identity via her community relationships and through her artistic practice. Wood’s design practice explores how beadwork generates cultural narratives that go beyond the surface of the material. She uses beadwork as an artistic output to visually share knowledge, history, traditions, spirituality and relationships found within indigenous culture. One of Justine’s many interests within her practice is how the re-interpretation of Western styles and garments can serve as a tool for decolonization. The Artist-in-Residence will spend 3-months fully integrated within the natural and cultural setting of Haines Junction, YT and surrounding area. During this time, the artist will create a series of wearable works that reflect the program's theme of 'Sewing through the Landscape'. Both artist and community members will have several opportunities to engage with one another through a variety of presentations, workshops, and public programming. The 2020 program will be the third term for JAR, which occurs between July and October every other year. For press requests or inquiries, please contact Heiko Haehnsen at: junctionjar@gmail.com Junction Arts and Music (JAM) 1 Night of Incredible Improv Comedy (Pivot Festival) Becky Johnson of The Sufferettes and writer for Baroness von Sketch returns to the Yukon, this time accompanied by Taz VanRassel of The Sunday Service improv troupe from Vancouver, BC. With their combined credits, Becky and Taz are experts in improv theatre and will be treating Pivot-goers to a night of diverse and heartfelt longform improvisation. The suggested age for this performance is 13 and up. Tickets are $20 cash at the door $10 for seniors (65+) and students (13-18) Kids are free La Belle Vie en Hiver Escape the winter mood on February 14 at 7:30 pm. Come and sample a curated selection of wines, cheeses and artisan breads while listening to live music. Tickets are on sale now and are limited to 40 spaces. Please send your etransfer ($45/person) to hainesejunctionjam@gmail.com to secure your spot. Haines Junction Public Library Storyhour at the pubic library for 2-5 year olds and their adults. Fridays from 10-11. Free. Art Journal Group Tuesdays in the School ART ROOM. Join in anytime between 7-9 PM. I have supplies and can help you get started if you want. Home Routes Concerts We’ve got the first copy of the draft schedule for the 13th Annual National Concert Series: Home Routes. A big thank you to the gracious hosts/organizers who open up their living rooms to bring live music to your community. Home Routes concerts are hosted in over 150 communities across Canada. This model of arts production makes it feasible for professional musicians to reach communities throughout the country. They return home with new connections, lifelong friends, money in their pockets, recordings sold, and usually want to sign up for another tour. Visit homeroutes.ca for more information. Haines Junction dates: Sun Feb 2 - Early Spirit, BC Sat Feb 29 - Betse & Clarke, MO Sun Mar 29 - Rick Fines, ON Tues Apr 28 -The Schotts, ON New businesses! Heather Grantham, a business owner in Haines Junction wants everyone to know that we have a new business in town! They are a dog boarding kennel, that opened on December 14 and had a busy Christmas season taking care of dogs! If people want more info, they can go to our website www.kluanepointkennel.com and click on the "boarding kennel" tab. We are excited to offer this service to our community and other communities. Over the past weeks, we have had clients from HJ, Whitehorse, Burwash and Beaver Creek! We are a whole family business, and the kennel is adjacent to our home on our property Whitehorse side of HJ. Champagne and Aishihik First Nations
Nju Store Christmas Dates – Da Kų Cultural Centre Find the perfect handmade gift for the special people on your holiday shopping list! December 9-13 from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm December 16-19 from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm CAFN Christmas Connects 2019·
Holiday Festivities Open House: AARC, Kluane National Park Management Board, YESAB – HJ, Yukon College, EMR Compliance Monitoring and Inspections and Forest Management Branch, Wildland Fire Management Please join us for a meet and greet and check our booths to see what we have been up to and what’s going on in your backyard! Door prizes to be drawn every 30 minutes starting at 3:30 pm. Join us from 3-6pm at the St. Elias Convention Centre on December 12, 2019 Annual Carol Service with Special Guests, The Arctic Institute Altos! Saturday, December 14 at 7pm · Be sure to wear your favourite Christmas sweater · Please bring some Christmas baking to share afterwards · All musicians and singers are invited to practice at 7pm on Friday, December 13 in the church basement · Everyone is welcome! · For more information, please contact Mark Ritchie at 634-2943 RCMP Open House Thursday, December 19 from noon to 1:30 pm at the RCMP Haines Junction Detachment. Enjoy a chili lunch and refreshments. Everyone is welcome! Annual Haines Junction Christmas Lights and Decorating Contest Judging takes place on Friday, December 20 at 7:00 pmA reminder that homes that are outside of CAFN Village or the Municipal Boundary need to call the Village office to register at 634-7100. Household categories include: Griswold Award for spectacular lighting, motion or music; the Charlie Brown Award for simple decorations but full of Christmas cheer; the Nostalgia Award for traditional decorations of Holidays past, reminding folks of their childhood. The Children and Youth categories include: Frosty the Snowman Award for a creative front yard snow creation; the Snoopy Award for decorating something other than your home; the Inside-Out Award for an indoor display that is visible from the road. There are also commercial and institutional prizes. Village of Haines Junction Open House Friday, December 20 at 5pm in the Atrium of the St. Elias Convention Centre Skate with Santa The Drummonds would like to invite everyone to the ANNUAL SKATE with SANTA. It’s on December 24 from 1-3 pm. Free skate, hotdogs, hot chocolate and prizes and an opportunity to visit and skate with Santa! Everyone welcome! New Years Eve Smores and Skate Haines Junction Victory Church invites everyone to a family fun skating event on Tuesday, December 31. There will be a campfire and hot chocolate and yummy smores to enjoy. Starts at 7pm. Christmas Bird Count The Christmas Bird Count for Kids will be held on Saturday, December 14. This will be the 4th annual count for kids. Location this year will be at Julie Bauer’s house at Lot #9 Willow Acres. Drop in from 10 am to 2 pm. There will be hot chocolate and soup. Discuss birds and win prizes! If the weather is good we’ll go for a bit of a walk too. The official Christmas Bird Count is on Sunday, December 15 in Haines Junction and December 21 on Kluane Lake. If you have any questions or if you’d like to join in, contact Julie Bauer at 634-2002 or bauerjulieann@outlook.com A big thank you to our local sponsors, Top Spot, The Little Green Apple, Mac Fireweed Books and the St. Elias Chamber of Commerce. The Christmas Bird Count (CBC) and Christmas Bird Count for Kids(CBC4Kids) have become a winter tradition for thousands of Canadians. This upcoming season marks the 120th year for the CBC, and the 10th year for the CBC4Kids in Canada. Everyone is welcome, from the most novice birder to the most seasoned expert. Participants are also invited to take part in our CBC photo contest! Christmas Bird Count CBCs are a fun way to spend time in the great outdoors with friends, family, and of course, the birds. Not only that, but did you know that your CBC results are being used to support conservation? You may have heard about a recent article in the journal Science on research that used data from Citizen Science programs, including the CBC, to estimate trends in bird populations. The results suggest that the size of North America’s bird population has decreased by nearly three billion birds compared to only 50 years ago! Although this news is frightening, the birds would have been worse off had these changes not been documented. Your contributions as a CBC volunteer strengthen this program, which is used to inform environmental planning and research, and ultimately promotes conservation of birds and their ecosystems. Thank you to all the participants, compilers, and regional editors who dedicate their time and effort towards conservation in this way. Link to Bird Studies Canada site: has a picture of the Haines Junction kids count! https://www.birdscanada.org/news/why-christmas-bird-count-milestones-matter-for-birds Thrift Store The Thrift Store is open from 2-6pm on Thursday, December 12. It’ll be the last thrift store day before Christmas so come on in and find some amazing gifts for everyone on your list! Sports Report Drop-in Sports Adult and Teen Badminton
Romp n Run Romp n Run has fun, wiggles and movement for children 4 and under every Tuesday and Thursday until December 12th, 10am -11:30am, at the Haines Junction Arena mezzanine. Our programs include a Little Chefs program, a parent and tot yoga program, craft programs, visits from the Child Development centre and lots of other great activities. Healthy snack and coffee provided. Please wear comfortable clothes and indoor shoes. Parent or caregiver participation is required. Thank you to Partners for Children for funding our program. Bill Brewster Arena - Public Skating Visit the www.hainesjunctionyukon.com for an up-to-date schedule for skating times over the holidays! Haines Junction Minor Hockey Mark your calendars… January 19: 2nd Learn to Skate Clinic January 25-26: Female Jamboree (13+) January 31 to Feb 2: HJ is hosting the Atom Yukon Championships! Hockey season in Haines Junction is in full swing. Haines Junction Minor Hockey Association's main goal is to promote hockey and skating among our youth. The Program runs 4 days a week (Mon-Thurs) with occasional games and clinics on the weekends. We currently have over 70 registered players (ages 4-17), an active 8 member board, and a long list of volunteers (including 12 coaches) who help make our program successful. Last month we ran very successful Power Skating and Learn to Skate Clinics, as well as a well-attended 2 day hockey skills camp. We also held our annual skate-a-thon and wood raffle which were a HUGE success. Haines Junction Minor Hockey would like to thank all their volunteers, the Village of Haines Junction staff, Lotteries Yukon's Community Lottery Program, the Dakwakada Capital Investments, as well as local businesses and many, many members of our community for their ongoing monetary contribution and support. We couldn't run a program like this without you! Thank you! If your child is between the ages of 4-17 and interested in playing hockey - please contact Haines Junction Minor Hockey at 867-332-2070 or by email at hjminorhockey@gmail.com , we can also be found on Facebook. Homecoming Hockey Tournament Sign up sheets are at the Bank and Arena! Ages 15 and up $25/person goalies free. Tourney is December 26th but please sign up right away space is limited! St. Elias Seniors Society Join us on Tuesdays for our weekly carpet bowling and floor curling in the Convention Center Atrium from 1:30 to 3:00. This is open to all seniors and elders from 60 to 97. Wednesdays is our Drop-In day from 1:30 to 3:00 in the Social Room on the lower floor, south end of the Senior’s Apartment Building on Martin Street. Yearly membership is $12.00 and includes meals and other benefits. Come on out and meet some of the 51+ members! The 3rd Wednesday of every month is our Birthday Cake day for everyone celebrating their birthday that month. Thursday at 1:30 we have an indoor walking group in the Grand Hall of the Convention Center. We count our loops and collectively add them up. When we have walked the distance for Haines Junction to Kathleen Lake, the walkers will celebrate with a special dinner. Come on out and enjoy the exercise! Wellness Dakwäkäda nda dān kų – Haines Junction Health Centre News Flu vaccines available now!Flu season is back and that means flu shots are available at the health centre. Remember that our elders and babies are at increased risk of serious illness from influenza viruses. Please be sure to practice regular hand hygiene and stay home if you have symptoms of a cold or flu. Getting a flu shot is a great way to support our most vulnerable populations. They are free a the clinic by walk in or appointment. A reminder that December is Safe Driving Month For safe winter driving the best way to maintain control of your vehicle is to control your speed. Slow down, give yourself extra travel time and drive to the conditions. Always wear your seatbelt – it could save your life! Haines Junction Mountain Festival On International Mountain Day, Wednesday, December 11, 2019, the fourth Haines Junction Mountain Festival invites everyone to an evening of mountain music, films, presentations, refreshments, and a first-ever Mountain Trivia Competition. Admission is free to this all-ages event, at the St. Elias Convention Centre in Haines Junction (Dakwäkäda), beginning at 6:00 p.m. Longer days in February allow the festival to continue with outdoor activities for the whole family, February 7 - 9, 2020, in and around Haines Junction (Dakwäkäda.) Over that weekend, the Festival includes mountain displays, world-class films, food, activities and travel presentations focussed on the Canadian Mountain Network’s theme “Mountains Matter.” This year’s theme is “Mountains Matter for Youth.” The two-part festival is organized by volunteers, and supported in part by the national, newly-funded Canadian Mountain Network. International Mountain Day -- December 11, 2019 Schedule: 18:00 Doors Open, Bannock, tea, bar available; 18:15 Opening intro 18:20 Jeffrey Peter - Film: "We are Able": introduction, screening (8:35), discussion 18:50 break 19:00 John Fingland - on importance of mountains to First Nations 19:30 Music - Karina Howard 20:00 Mountain Trivia (family - adults & kids) 20:30 Mountain Films - local and international 21:00 wrap-up Community Engagement Our Clean Future Community Meeting Learn about Our Clean Future, the draft climate change, energy and green economy strategy for Yukon, and share your feedback. We'll be in Haines Junction on Wednesday, December 11. Find us from 5 to 7 PM at the St. Elias Convention Centre. Learn more at EngageYukon.ca. Arts and Culture Haines Junction Public Library Storyhour at the pubic library for 2-5 year olds and their adults. Fridays from 10-11. Free. Book Launch of "Scatter my Ashes on the Fields up top" By former Haines Junction resident Elisabeth Weigand This book is a tribute to the life of Mabel Brewster. Readings, poems, book sales and signing. Refreshments. Thursday, December 19 from 7-9pm Art Journal Group Tuesdays in the School ART ROOM. Join in anytime between 7-9 PM. I have supplies and can help you get started if you want. Home Routes Concerts Schedule for the 13th Annual National Concert Series: Home Routes. A big thank you to the gracious hosts/organizers who open up their living rooms to bring live music to your community. Home Routes concerts are hosted in over 150 communities across Canada. This model of arts production makes it feasible for professional musicians to reach communities throughout the country. They return home with new connections, lifelong friends, money in their pockets, recordings sold, and usually want to sign up for another tour. Visit homeroutes.ca for more information. Haines Junction dates: Sun Feb 2 - Early Spirit, BC Sat Feb 29 - Betse & Clarke, MO Sun Mar 29 - Rick Fines, ON Tues Apr 28 -The Schotts, ON Sports Report
Soccer Coach Cindi Cowie was blown away by the incredible athleticism shown by 4 of our local youth who made the Arctic Winter Games Futsal (soccer) Team last weekend. Ethny Dulac on the Junior Girls Team and Alia Drummond, Elisha Dulac, and Ella Lawrence were chosen for the Juvenile Girls team. Way to go team! Drop-in Sports Adult and Teen Badminton -- Wednesdays starting from 7-8:30 pm in the school gym. We provide all birdies and racquets and it's free of charge! Hockey -- Mondays and Fridays – 7:30-9 pm Curling -- Sundays 1-4 pm Soccer -- Thursdays from 7:30-9 pm at the school gym. Teens and elders welcome! Lots of exercise, laughter and fun ! Yoga Mondays at 5:15 at Yukon College, free. Tuesdays at 5:15 pm, at Yukon College, tone and stretch, free Wednesdays at noon, at Yukon College, restorative, free. Thursdays at 5:15 pm, at Yukon College, tone and stretch, free. Romp n Run Romp n Run has fun, wiggles and movement for children 4 and under every Tuesday and Thursday until December 12th, 10am -11:30am, at the Haines Junction Arena mezzanine. Our programs include a Little Chefs program, a parent and tot yoga program, craft programs, visits from the Child Development centre and lots of other great activities. Healthy snack and coffee provided. Please wear comfortable clothes and indoor shoes. Parent or caregiver participation is required. Thank you to Partners for Children for funding our program. Bill Brewster Arena Public Skating Monday – 3-4:30 pm Wednesday – 3:15-4:30 pm Thursday – 3:15-4:30 pm & 6:15-8 pm Friday – 3-6 pm Saturday – 10am-11:45am (beginners) and noon-4 pm Sundays – 5-7 pm Haines Junction Minor Hockey Minor Hockey is teaming up with Arctic Edge to offer 2 FREE Learn to Skate Clinics. These will take place on Sunday, November 17 and January 19 These clinics are geared to 4-10 year olds (some exceptions may apply - please Danielle for more information.) Also, please note that you do not have to be registered with Minor Hockey in order to participate. The HJMH season runs from Oct 15 to March 5. We provide children ages 4-17 - 2 ice times per week, with games, skating and skills clinics or tournaments on most weekends. For more information on HJMH or to register please join HJMH's Facebook page, email us at hjminorhockey@gmail.com or call 867-332-2070. Thank you! St. Elias Seniors Society Join us on Tuesdays for our weekly carpet bowling and floor curling in the Convention Center Atrium from 1:30 to 3:00. This is open to all seniors and elders from 60 to 97. Wednesdays is our Drop-In day from 1:30 to 3:00 in the Social Room on the lower floor, south end of the Senior’s Apartment Building on Martin Street. Yearly membership is $12.00 and includes meals and other benefits. Come on out and meet some of the 51+ members! The 3rd Wednesday of every month is our Birthday Cake day for everyone celebrating their birthday that month. Thursday at 1:30 we have an indoor walking group in the Grand Hall of the Convention Center. We count our loops and collectively add them up. When we have walked the distance for Haines Junction to Kathleen Lake, the walkers will celebrate with a special dinner. Come on out and enjoy the exercise! Wellness Vaping – Youth Information Session. Learn what it does to your body. November 12, Starts at 7pm. All youth are welcome. There will be snacks too! Hosted by the CAFN Youth Centre. Vaping Talk for Parents. Tuesday, November 12 at 5pm. At Da Kų Cultural Centre. A great presentation about what vaping is and what our youth are learning about it at school. Dinner provided. Hosted by CAFN, YTG Health Promotion, the Haines Junction Health Centre (nda dān kų) and St. Elias Community School. Flu shots will also be available. Dakwäkäda nda dān kų – Haines Junction Health Centre NewsFlu vaccines available now!Flu season is back and that means flu shots are available at the health centre. If you would like to host a flu shot clinic for you and your coworkers, contact the clinic to make arrangements. The next public clinic is November 13 and 14 from 2-4pm at the TD Bank Lobby in HJ. EducationSt. Elias Community SchoolIt’s book fair time again. Coming to your local school library December 2nd to December 6th! All purchases benefit our school! Yukon College Red Cross Babysitting First Aid course November 15 (6-8pm), November 16 (9am-noon) and November 17 (9am to noon) $125, deadline to register is November 12. Call 634-8800. Standard First Aid and CPR-C recertification course November 18 from 9am – 5:30pm. $125. Deadline to register is November 14. Haines Junction Mountain Festival We’re hosting two events - mark your calendars! For the last three years the Haines Junction Mountain Festival has been held at the end of November / early December. There is a new format for this year. A celebration of the United Nation’s International Mountain Day will be held on the evening of International Mountain Day, Wednesday December 11, at the St. Elias Convention Centre in Dakwäkäda-Haines Junction. The event will celebrate events coincident with celebrations held in mountain regions across Canada and around the world. The family evening will feature Mountain Music, Films, Refreshments, mountain themed presentations, as well as a mountain themed trivia event suitable for the whole family. The event is free. The main Haines Junction Mountain Festival will be held the weekend of February 7th through 9th, 2020. As with previous years this event will feature displays, films, food, and the opportunity to hear diverse mountain themed and travel presentations as well as see world class films. With the longer days in February the festival will also be planning outdoor activities for the whole family. Both events are organized by volunteers and supported in part by the newly funded Canadian Mountain Network. Community Engagement Climate Change Walk Fridays at 12:10pm at the gazebo by the muffin. We walk about 10 blocks (about 20 minutes). If you feel creative, make a sign. Arts and Culture Haines Junction Public Library Storyhour at the pubic library for 2-5 year olds and their adults. Fridays from 10-11. Free. Mark your calendars! The Date for the Library Craft Sale is Thursday November 14. Call 867-634-2215 for more information or to reserve a table ($10). Donations of baked goods. All proceeds from baked goods support the Library board. Art Journal Group Tuesdays in the School ART ROOM. Join in anytime between 7-9 PM. I have supplies and can help you get started if you want. Junction Arts and Music We have a jazz group, the Jennifer Scott Quintet, coming Nov 23 to the St Elias Convention Centre. Show starts at 7:30pm, tickets are $20 cash at the door, $10 for students (13-18) and seniors (65+). Kids 12 and under free. We also have a felting workshop with Yukon fibre artist Mary Beattie on December 4, from 6pm-8pm. It will include materials and two hours of instruction to create a flat, felted scene. Tickets will be limited to 20 people and they can email hainesjunctionjam@gmail.com to reserve their spot. $35 at the door. Call for Fashion and Textile Artists The Junction Artist-in-Residence (JAR) Program is excited to announce a Call for Artists for its third residency term from July – October, 2020. We will select one artist-in-residence for this term to stay for a three-month residency in the community of Haines Junction, Yukon— in the heart of Kluane National Park and Reserve and on the Traditional Territory of the Champagne and Aishihik First Nations. For complete program and application details, please visit: junctionjam.ca/events/jar-application Application deadline is Friday, November 29, 2019. Please share this announcement, we appreciate the help spreading the word! Home Routes Concerts We’ve got the first copy of the draft schedule for the 13th Annual National Concert Series: Home Routes. A big thank you to the gracious hosts/organizers who open up their living rooms to bring live music to your community. Home Routes concerts are hosted in over 150 communities across Canada. This model of arts production makes it feasible for professional musicians to reach communities throughout the country. They return home with new connections, lifelong friends, money in their pockets, recordings sold, and usually want to sign up for another tour. Visit homeroutes.ca for more information. Haines Junction dates: Sun Feb 2 - Early Spirit, BC Sat Feb 29 - Betse & Clarke, MO Sun Mar 29 - Rick Fines, ON Tues Apr 28 -The Schotts, ON ---- CBC host Outro – A reminder to the listeners, if there is something that peaks your interest, Kari posts a copy of this report at www.volunteerhainesjunction.com Sports Report
Adult and Teen Badminton Adult and Teen Badminton starts up again on Wednesday, October 16 from 7-8:30 pm in the school gym. It will be every Wednesday from then on and we provide all birdies and racquets and it's free of charge! Romp n Run Romp n Run programs for children 4 and under have started again for another season. Kids are moving, wiggling and having fun every Tuesday and Thursday until December 12th, 10am -11:30am, at the Haines Junction Arena mezzanine. Our programs include a Little Chefs program, a parent and tot yoga program, visits from the Child Development centre and lots of other great activities. Healthy snack and coffee provided. Please wear comfortable clothes and indoor shoes. Parent or caregiver participation is required. Thank you to Partners for Children for funding our program. Bill Brewster Arena Public Skating Sundays – 5-7 pm Monday – 3-4:30 pm Wednesday – 3:15-4:30 pm Thursday – 3:15-4:30 pm & 6:15-8 pm Friday – 3-6 pm Saturday – noon-4 pm Drop-in Hockey Monday and Friday – 7:30-9 pm Curling Sunday 1-4 pm Yoga Free drop in yoga class at 5:15 at Yukon College Mondays. Haines Junction Minor Hockey Haines Junction Minor Hockey Season start is just around the corner! On Tuesday, Oct 15 the Bill Brewster Arena will be buzzing with children and adults of all ages. HJMH season will run from Oct 15 to March 5. We provide children ages 4-17 - 2 ice times per week, with games, skating and skills clinics or tournaments on most weekends. On Oct 2 we held a joint registration night with Haines Junction Soccer Club. It was a huge success! A BIG thank you to our volunteers and to those that came out to register. For those that missed the event, it's not too late to register. For more information on HJMH or to register please join HJMH's Facebook page, email us at hjminorhockey@gmail.com or call 867-332-2070. Thank you! The Kluane Chilkat International Bike Relay The Kluane Chilkat International Bike Relay Annual General Meeting is this Thursday October 10 in the Sport Yukon (4061 4th Ave) Board Room at 7:00 pm. For more information please contact race.coord@kcibr.org St. Elias Seniors Society This Tuesday we will begin our weekly carpet bowling and floor curling in the Convention Center Atrium from 1:30 to 3:00. This is open to all seniors and elders from 60 to 97. At 97 Marion Wakefield is one of our best bowlers! Come on out and join a team. Wednesday is our Drop-In day from 1:30 to 3:00 in the Social Room on the lower floor, south end of the Senior’s Apartment Building on Martin Street. Yearly membership is $12.00 and includes meals and other benefits. Come on out and meet some of the 51+ members! The 3rd Wednesday of every month is our Birthday Cake day for everyone celebrating their birthday that month. Thursday at 1:30 we have an indoor walking group in the Grand Hall of the Convention Center. We count our loops and collectively add them up. When we have walked the distance for Haines Junction to Kathleen Lake, the walkers will celebrate with a special dinner. Come on out and enjoy the exercise! On Monday, November 4th we have a Seniors Society and Elders luncheon at the Convention Center from 12:00 to 2:00. Our guests that day will be the Public Health Nurse to give us all our flu shot, the Palliative Care Team to assist with Advanced Directives (for those that want assistance with the paperwork) and Service Canada, to assist with questions on taxes, pensions etc. Champagne and Aishihik First Nations KOHKLUX MAP POTLATCH Friday, October 18, 2019: 5:30 p.m. supper 6:30-8:30 p.m. films about our trading history Saturday, October 19, 2019: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. workshops, activities, sharing stories & displays 5 p.m. feast Da Kų Cultural Centre Dakwäkäda (Haines Junction), Yukon Celebrating the 150th Anniversary of the Chief Kaalaxch’ (Kohklux) Map Drawn in 1869 by the Tlingit Chief Kaalaxch’ (Kohklux), this rare map is one of the few examples of Indigenous map making in the North. It is especially important to CAFN because it is the oldest map of dákeyi (our traditional territory). We want to share the story behind the map,as well as family and community stories related to the trade. Please join us to celebrate the connection between our people - Dän (Tutchone) and Tlingit - through this important piece of our history. Please bring your regalia, stories and songs to share! Everyone is welcome. One of the original maps drawn by Chief Kohklux and his wives will be coming north from San Fransisco for the anniversary celebrations! For more information: Sheila Greer sgreer@cafn.ca • (867) 634-3300 cafn.ca/event/kohklux-map-anniversary-gathering Notice of By-Election A by-election will be held for one (1) councillor. By-election day will be Monday, October 28, 2019 from 11:00 am to 8:00 pm Citizens are responsible to confirm that their name is on the Voters List. To verify, please contact: Enrollment, Champagne and Aishihik First Nations. Telephone: 867-634-4200 ext 235. E-mail: mjjoe@cafn.ca HOW CAN I VOTE? Citizens have three voting options –voting on By-election Day, voting in the traveling advanced poll voting, or voting with a mail in ballot Voting Votes may be cast at any of these three locations between 11AM and 8PM on October 28, 2019:
WHAT IF I HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT VOTING? Contact the Chief Returning Officer, Norman Eady, at CAFNbyelection2019@gmail.com or by phone at 867-332-7444. Thrift Store The Thrift Shop in the basement of the log church is open this Thursday from 2-6 pm. Community Engagement Creative and Cultural Industries Strategy: Haines Junction October 24 at 5:30pm to 7:30pm Join us for a 2-hour facilitated session in Haines Junction to help shape the Creative and Cultural Industries Strategy. This action-focused strategy will guide future programs and support a strong, vibrant creative and cultural industries sector in Yukon. Food and refreshments will be provided. Community Workshop: Yukon’s 40 Developmental Assets to positive youth development Find about how you can be an Asset Builder for Yukon youth! October 29 from 6-8 pm at Da Ku Cultural Centre Who should attend? People who are about youth, their future and the well-being of their community. Snacks and refreshments provided! For more information: Yukon.ca/40-assets Youth Development Coordinator, Sarah Swinimer @456-5523 Arts and Culture Haines Junction Public Library Storyhour at the pubic library for 2-5 year olds and their adults. Fridays from 10-11. Free. Mark your calendars! The Date for the Library Craft Sale is Thursday November 14. Call 867-634-2215 for more information or to reserve a table. Dakwäkãda Warriors Cole Pauls is overjoyed to share the first leg of his #DakwäkãdaWarriors Book Tour!! The world premiere of the Dakwäkãda Warriors GN was in ion YT! Dinner at 5pm, followed by a performance from the Dakwäkãda last week and I hear it was an amazing event. It is so wonderful to celebrate the success of such an accomplished Yukoner/Junctioner. Cole will be in Dawson City on October 11th at the @klondikeart Ballroom! When he returns to Vancouver, he is having an artist talk & art show at @luckyscomics Oct 17th 7-9pm! His originals will be on display from the 17th to 20th of October; @vancouverartbookfair weekend!!! Which he is also tabling at. Really looking forward to all these events!! More to dates & cities to be announced... Home Routes Concerts We’ve got the first copy of the draft schedule for the 13th Annual National Concert Series: Home Routes. A big thank you to the gracious hosts/organizers who open up their living rooms to bring live music to your community. Home Routes concerts are hosted in over 150 communities across Canada. This model of arts production makes it feasible for professional musicians to reach communities throughout the country. They return home with new connections, lifelong friends, money in their pockets, recordings sold, and usually want to sign up for another tour. Haines Junction dates and performers (draft): Sat Oct 19 - Kerji Stephens & Justin Lacroix, MB Thurs Nov 14 - Campbell D. Woods, ON Sun Feb 2 - Early Spirit, BC Sat Feb 29 - Betse & Clarke, MO Sun Mar 29 - Rick Fines, ON Tues Apr 28 -The Schotts, ON |
AboutOn the 2nd Thursday of each month, the CBC Community Reporter for Dakwäkäda-Haines Junction (Kari Johnston) speaks on CBC morning radio show at around 8:20 am. Tune in at 103.5 FM. Archives
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