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CBC Radio Community Report for October 9, 2025
This is the October 9, 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.) – 👋 Introduction 👉Weather: Sha kulį-- it is sunny! 👉 Thank you to JAM for a hosting a dance party with Major Funk last Saturday! 👉 Thank you to the local artists in opened their studios last weekend in celebration of the Yukon Prize Festival Weekend. 👉 Frostys will be open all winter long! It’s a different menu though–it will operate as a coffee shop. Menu will be posted soon and opening hours! 👉Harvest season seems to be going well – reports of harvested moose and bison across the community 👉 A big thank you to the Haines Junction Community Market coordinator and board for an excellent Harvest Market. 👉 A big thank you to the staff at the Da Ku Visitors Center – CAFN, Yukon Government and Parks Canada interpreters. 👉 Gunałchish to the staff, students & community who joined us Sept 24-28 for our annual hide tanning workshop. shä̀w nųchų uch'e. nųchų k'e sòóthän. 👋Champagne and Aishihik First Nations 👉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 **First Nations Child and Family Services & Jordan’s Principle Settlement Info Sessions** Are you eligible for compensation under the First Nations Child and Family Services and Jordan’s Principle Settlement? Join us for an **information session** to learn more and get support with your application. **Session Dates & Locations:** - **Wednesday, October 15** – *Healing House, Haines Junction*| 5:30PM – 7:30PM *Rides from Champagne available upon request* - **Thursday, October 16** – *Takhini Hall* 5:30PM – 7:30PM - **Monday, October 20** – *CAFN Yukon Inn Boardroom* (entrance at Walker Home Construction) | 5:30PM – 7:30PM **Food and beverages will be provided** Meet Chasity, Claims Helper with the First Nations Child and Family Services and Jordan’s Principle, and Sabrina, Settlement Claims Support Worker with CAFN. They’ll be there to guide you through the application process and answer your questions. **Mental wellness support** will also be available during the sessions. For more info or to book a ride from Champagne, call/text Sabrina at **867-634-6429** Learn more about the claims process at fnchildclaims.ca https://fnchildclaims.ca 👉Champagne and Aishihik First Nations will be holding a Special General Assembly from Nov. 22-23 at the Da Ku Cultural Centre in Dakwakada. This meeting is for the continuation of business and resolutions from the GA in July. 👋Village of Haines Junction 👉Call for Program Committee Members New Community Culture, Arts, Environment and Recreation Fund Deadline for applications: October 17, 2025 More information, contact [email protected] Visit hainesjunction.ca/p/funding-opportunities 👋Territorial Election 👉Elections Yukon is seeking people to work the Advance Poll (October 26th & 27th) and the Ordinary Poll (November 3rd). Workers are needed for Beaver Creek (PD 001), Burwash Destructuon Bay (PD 002), Haines Junction & outskirts (PD003 & PD004), plus Mendenhall/Takhini (PD005). 👋St Elias Community School 👉 St. Elias Community School will have student photos taken on Friday Oct. 24th. This year FNSB has hired “Both Eyes Open” photographers to take student and Grad photos. Order envelopes have been sent home with students, so please read the instructions carefully for order payment information, and have order forms returned to the school no later than Thursday Oct. 23rd. A note to all afterschool gym users that the gym is not available on Friday Oct. 24th due to the photo day set up. 👉St. Elias Community School would like to send a huge thank you out to our parents and guardians, for following safe drop off and pick up routes when delivering students to and from school. Thanks for putting our student safety first. A reminder to everyone that first thing in the morning, at lunch hour and after school are very busy times on St. Elias Street, and we encourage everyone to park on the safe side of the street in designated visitor parking in front of the school. 👋 Optician Coming to Haines Junction! 👉Saturday, October 11 and November 29, 2025 Moose Optical! New mobile Yukon Optical Services coming to Haines Junction St Elias Convention Center Adjustments and small repairs - no cost! New glasses with 300+ frames High quality lenses A valid prescription from your optometrist is required 👋 Haines Junction Library Board 👉Library Christmas Bake Sale and Craft Fair Thursday, November 20 from 7-9pm St Elias Convention Center 👋YukonU Haines Junction Campus 👉Science Saturdays are starting up again at the Library! Join us October 4th and every other Saturday. 10am-12pm. See you there! For kids aged 3-6 with their caregiver (siblings welcome too). Drop in! Hands on! 👋Haines Junction Parents Graduation Society 👉The HJPGS will hold the AGM on Monday, October 27 at 7:00 pm at 105 Lowell Street (Kàłx’òkw house). The HJPGS is the society that fundraises and hosts the graduation celebration trip. If you are a student graduating, or a parent/guardian of a student graduating this year, we strongly encourage you to come and attend our AGM.  For more information, please contact Kàłx’òkw 1 (867) 336-4460 👋Thrift Store 👉 The Haines Junction Thrift Shop, located in the basement of the Log Church, is open every Thursday from 2-6 pm. The racks and shelves are full, including some items that are perfect for Halloween! Remember to bring cash, and a reusable bag or two. At the present time, the Thrift Shop is unable to accept donations, but volunteer workers will continue to put out new items every week, and we hope to have room to accept more donations again soon. Shopping second hand is the perfect way to save money and keep items out of the landfill. 👋Christmas Bird Count 👉Haines Junction Saturday Dec 20 👉KLUANE LAKE Saturday Dec 27 👋 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! 👉Oct 15th - JAM AGM Junction Arts & Music invites you to its Annual General Meeting, Tuesday, October 15th at 6:30 p.m. in the Atrium at the St. Elias Convention Centre. Board positions are open for President, Vice President, and Treasurer. Join the team and help shape arts and music in Haines Junction. 👉Oct 23 - Pumpkin Carving Workshop with Stacy Menicoche Join Junction Arts & Music for a Pumpkin Carving Workshop with Stacy Menicoche on October 23rd at 6:30 p.m. in the St. Elias Centre Atrium. Cost is five dollars. Please register in advance to ensure supplies by emailing [email protected]. 👉October 25th The spookiest dance of the year is almost here! The JAM Halloween Dance is back with two sessions: Family Dance 6–8 PM (kids’ activities + photo booth) $10 suggested donation Adults-Only Dance 9 - 12midnight — $30 per ticket includes one spooky shot. Featuring DJ Dirty Popsicle. Food and beverages for purchase. Costumes, dancing, and good vibes all night long. 👉*we're always looking for volunteers to help out, too. People can email JAM for more info on how to help out. 👋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. 👉Pickleball starts on October 17th, every Monday and Friday nights 5-7pm. 👉Haines Junction Taekwondo Club, free classes resuming in the Mezzanine, new members welcome. No need to register. October 12 5-6pm kids 4-11pm, 6-7pm youth and adults 12 and up | October 29 5-6pm kids 4-11 years old and 6-7pm youth and adults 12 and up 👉 Fit with Nick is back! Starts October 7 at 6pm in the Mezzanine! 👉 Sunday Yoga is back! Sundays from 6-7:15pm at the St Elias Convention Center (atrium). Suggested donation is $15. Blocks and straps provided, please bring a mat. 👉 Volleyball is Thursdays in the school gym from 7-9pm
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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.) -- 👋 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:
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]. This is the August 21, 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.)
-- 👋 Introduction 👉Katthè näkwäjäntl’ür k’e! Earl Darbyshire said this to me at the grocery store earlier this week: Katthè means first or beginning or even start. Jjäntl’ür refers to the colour, dark or black. Kwä is all encompassing and all around. 👉 Big thank you to the volunteers and performers and artists at this year’s Augusto! So much magic and art. It was an absolute blast. And so lovely to welcome so many young people to our community for the weekend. 👉 Thank you to CAFN for hosting a wonderful General Assembly this year – it is so much fun to be in Klukshu. 👉 Pine Lake Triathlon was a tremendous success with over 70 participants. Event organizers are excited to start planning next year. Thank you to all of the amazing volunteers for making it happen! 👉 Roy Oborne (swimming), Grace Allaway (cycling) and Ella Lawrence (soccer) who participated in the Canada Games this month. 👉 On August 2nd Callum Weir, who grew up here in HJ, played his first professional soccer game. He has been called up temporarily by Valour FC. This marks the accomplishment of Callum’s second big goal, the first being playing Futsal for Team Canada last year. 👋Champagne and Aishihik First Nations 👉Potlatch Transportation For those attending the Headstone Potlatch for the late Eddie Russell Smith on Saturday, there will be a bus running from Haines Junction. The bus will leave Haines Junction at 10:30 a.m. Contact Rob at 1-587-298-2752 if you require transportation. Pew pew! Laser Tag Alert! Kids ages 10+ — come savour the last few days of summer with laser tag and pizza in the park! August 21 (tomorrow!) 3–5 PM We’re leaving the Youth Centre at 12:30 PM, so don’t be late! 👉Aishihik Road - fire update The road closure was lifted yesterday. The Lacelle Lake fire continues to burn and smoke remains visible from the road, Wildland Fire Management has deemed the road safe for travel. Travel is recommended during the early morning or late evening when fire is least active. 👋Village of Haines Junction 👉 Has started posting the audio recordings of Council meetings online. 👋Community Markets 👉 Markets are Wednesdays from 4-6pm. The last Market is September 14th. Markets are hosted at the St Elias Convention Center. 👋Village Bakery A reminder that reservations are required for the famous music & dinner at the bakery on Fridays and Saturdays. Grab your reservations now - https://www.eventcreate.com/e/villagebakery2025 👋Yukon Arts Center Brent Liddle - Colours of the Earth A solo exhibit of watercolours by Kluane resident Brend Liddle depicting the landscapes, flora and fauna of Yukon in collaboration with Yukon Conservation Society. Open until August 29. 👋First Nation School Board- I Am More Than You See Local resident Justin Johnson: Hello all i just wanted to let you know that art gallery at the Kwanlin Dun Cultural Center is opening to the public on August 21 until Sept 10 and it will be featuring some of my art as well as some other amazing talented artists that have put forth their art work but come down during those times and come take a look at the art and support us. Opening celebration is August 20 from 4-6pm. 👋Call out for crafting supplies Erica Miller is hoping to help do a craft/art club this year at school. I'm looking for any fur scraps people might have that they no longer need. Would also take any craft supplies you're looking to get rid of. Pm me if you would like me to pick up 👋 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! 👋Parks Canada Last year Parks Canada in partnership with Champagne and Aishihik First Nations and, Yukon Wildland Fire Management crews attempted a prescribed fire in the Alder Creek area. Conditions did not allow for the full unit to burn. As part of their commitment to forest health and active forest management in KNPR Parks Canada will attempt another prescribed fire at Alder Creek between August 28 and September 10. This fire unit sits along the Mush Lake Road approximately 5.5 km from the Haines Road. Any prescribed fire will depend on precise weather conditions and the completion of a detailed GO/No GO checklist. IF a prescribed fire occurs: access to the Mush Lake Road will be disrupted, a section of the Cottonwood Trail will be closed, there will be increased traffic and activity in the area, and smoke may be visible from the Haines Road and in nearby communities. Prescribed fire can promote and nurture healthy ecosystems and is a tool used for wildfire risk reduction. Safety is Parks Canada’s top priority. A prescribed fire would only be ignited if conditions are optimal. For more details on last years operation and forest health in general visit the Kluane National Park and Reserve website. A few events left for Parks Canada this summer: 👉 Campfire Talks Gather around the fire and hear about Kluane’s history, wildlife, and ever-changing ecosystems. Please bring your own mug to enjoy some complimentary tea and hot chocolate under the Yukon sky. Time: Thursday to Saturday from 7 pm - 8 pm Location: Kathleen Lake Campground Last campfire talks Thursday Aug 21, Fri Aug 22, Sat Aug 23 and Sunday Aug 24!! 👉 Northern Nights Festival: September 19 - 20 Celebrate the return of the night sky at Mät’àtäna Män (Kathleen Lake) with Parks Canada, the Yukon Astronomical Society, and many other partners. 👋Sports, Health and Fitness 👉The Haines Junction Minor Hockey Association's Annual General Meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, September 10, at 7:00 p.m. in the arena mezzanine, followed by a regular meeting. We are seeking new members to join the board. This is a great chance to connect with others, gain insights into the sport's operations, and give back to our community. HJMH is also looking for coaches. If you're interested, PLEASE email [email protected] as soon as possible so we can finalize the coaching staff for each division before the season begins. 👉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 Exciting news! Terra Riders Yukon is coming to Haines Junction for Bike Night this week! They're bringing air bag jumps, teeter totters, skinnies. Come try it out! Thank you to Terra Riders Yukon, Cycling Association of Yukon and Village of Haines Junction for making this special Bike Night possible. August 21 at 6 pm Bill Brewster Arena Note - All riders must sign a waiver form and wear a helmet. Youth under 18 will require a caregiver to sign a waiver form. We're building a Bike Skills Park! The park will include skills trails, a pump track, a picnic area and parking lot. The park will be built on a 2 hectare parcel sub-leased from the Village of Haines Junction on Willow Acres Road, between Otter Crescent and Jackson Street. We have hired Chris Ritchie to build the beginner skills trails in August and September 2025. The pump track and picnic area will be completed in 2026. Stay up to date on construction progress by following Pedal Junction Yukon on Facebook and Instagram. Questions? Contact Pedal Junction at (613) 530-7977 or [email protected]. Funding for this project is provided by Lotteries Yukon with additional support from the Village of Haines Junction and Champagne and Aishihik First Nations. This is the July 10, 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.)
-- 👋 Introduction 👉Weather: K’ùk kulį- it is cloudy 👉 Much needed rain a few weeks back really helped to green things up. Gardens are growing and Pine Lake has been a busy place as people enjoy the warmer weather. 👉 A big thank you to everyone working in Wildfire management and response. We’re so grateful for all the work you do to protect our communities. 👉Congratulations to all of the competitors in the Bike Relay – and thank you to the organizers and volunteers. 👉 New fun businesses are springing up in the community – most recently, the Little Green Apple is expanding their offerings to include boat rentals! And Heather Grantham has opened a fabulous “Pop Up Pie Shop” outside the Raven’s Rest Inn where she’s offering pies, sourdough bread, fresh produce, preserves and other treats! 👉Da Kų Nän Ts’èddhyèt Dance Festival was fabulous and so very special – see you again in 2027! 👉Thank you to the Village of Haines Junction for hosting a fabulous Canada Day event, volunteers, parade participants and Lions Club for flipping the burgers and hotdogs! There was also a great Bear Awareness demonstration as well. 👉Congratulations and thank you as well to Mayor and Council and Village Staff for hosting some great Financials 101 and 201 presentations for the community on the Village of Haines Junction’s financial health. It’s really heartening to see what a strong financial position the Village of Haines Junction is in – decades of strong financial management and capital planning and implementation have done us well. You can read the report in the June 25 Committee of the Whole Agenda package: https://hainesjunction.ca/p/council-agendas-and-minutes 👉 Phase 4B of water/wastewater replacement underway – they are currently working near the Convention Center. It’s so great to see the continued investment in our community in our infrastructure. We’re a growing town, with 28 lots coming into market later this summer/fall. 👉 Congratulations to the 2025 Community Recognition Award Recipients: Awardee Reason for Nomination Category Description of contribution Cathy MacKinnon Volunteerism and long service Music, arts, culture Dakwakada Dancers Patty Moore Volunteerism and long service Social services, citizenship St. Elias Seniors and Elders Society Jolene Billwiler Volunteerism Sport St. Elias Ski Club Cindy Cowie Volunteerism Sport Haines Junction Soccer Club Nicolas Filteau Volunteerism Arts Lighting for Creative Junction's year-end performance Chantal Freniere Volunteerism Music, arts, culture Glacier Nights Festival, Halloween dances, arena disco nights Andy Hall Volunteerism Sport St. Elias Ski Club Collin Kallio Volunteerism Sport St. Elias Ski Club Ryan Kinna Volunteerism Sport St. Elias Ski Club Megan MacKellar Volunteerism Sport St. Elias Ski Club Grace Mendez Major achievement Culture, education, social services Business-related contributions In recognition of significant milestones: Awardee Milestone Roy and Beth Martinson 50th Wedding Anniversary Ron and Iris Wilson 57th Wedding Anniversary Ron Wilson 80th Birthday 👋Champagne and Aishihik First Nations 👉General Assembly Happening in Klukshu and Dalton Post this year July 18 to 20. For more information, please contact Millie Joe CELL: 634-5243 OFFICE: 634-4200 ext. 233 KLUKSHU COMMUNITY SWAP AND SELL Join us for a day of fun, deals, and community spirit at this local re-use market! Date: Saturday, July 19, 2025 Time: 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Location: CAFN General Assembly, Klukshu Bring your items to sell, some cash to shop, and a good dose of community cheer. See you there! 👉Vendors Wanted! Champagne and Aishihik First Nations is seeking vendors for this year's General Assembly! Date: July 18-20, 2025 Location: Klukshu Contact: Heather Callaghan, Economic Development 867-335-9361 Call out for CAFN Citizens! The Language & Culture Department is creating an interactive Language Calendar, and we want you to be part of it! We’re looking for: Southern Tutchone or Tlingit speakers; CAFN artists (honorarium provided!); Photos of Citizens on the land or in cultural activities. Help us celebrate and preserve our language, culture, and stories, through your voice, your art, and your experiences. Deadline to submit or connect with us: August 1, 2025 Email [email protected] 👉Travel Advisory The status of the Aishihik Road has been changed from "closed" to "travel advisory." This means CAFN Citizens can travel to the Asheyi community. However, they should still be careful when travelling the road as there is still a wildfire in the area. 👉CAFN Elders Haines, Alaska Day Trip July 29, 2025 Registration deadline is July 22, 2025. There are Waivers to be filled out prior to leaving. Please ensure you have proper Identification/Passports for this trip. Transportation from Whitehorse, Takhini & Champagne available. There is limited seating. To reserve your seat, please sign up with Darline Blair- Graham at 634-5216 👉CAFN Citizens: Economic Development Strategy Survey CAFN is creating an Economic Development Strategy and wants your input. Share your feedback and be entered into a draw for one of three $150 FasGas gift cards! SCAN HERE to take the survey and enter into the draw. Survey link: https://tinyurl.com/CAFN-EcDev-Citizen The survey will be open until July 30, 2025 Help Us Name the New Takhini Community Hall! Champagne and Aishihik First Nations (CAFN) is excited to name the brand-new community hall in Takhini—and we want your help. Got a name in mind? Send your ideas to Jennifer Lee at [email protected] Deadline: Midnight on Thursday, July 17th Spread the word and share your suggestions today! 👉Champagne Fun Day Please join our CAFN Education Department at Champagne - Kids aged 12 and under require adult supervision July 26, 2025 from 10am to 3pm Champagne Hall 👉Takhini Citizens, we are hosting a Community Kitchen from 5-9pm on July 31 At the New Takhini Hall. Please Contact : Beth Dawson Utsän nànji (Case Manager) Whitehorse/Takhini River Subdivision Dän Tsʼän Nännji; Community Wellness Champagne and Aishihik First Nations CELL: 867-334-9428 OFFICE: 867-456-6888 [email protected] Calling all Yukon First Nation individuals and families A n y P l a n s ..... this weekend? WANT TO KNOW HOW TO IDENTIFY, HARVEST, CREATE & PRESERVE EDIBLE PLANTS? Join myself (Äts'kia) and my mother (Chukälma) on either **** JULY 10th or 11th**** from 11:30am to 4:30pm from pick up/drop off in Whitehorse.....or anywhere along the highway to Takhini Subdivision area. Please note this programming is fully funded by Council for Yukon First Nations as part of their 'Land-based Healing Fund' and is open to all Yukon First Nations (individuals/families) and other First Nation families living in Yukon. Feel free to text message or call me with any questions: 778.220.1053 (*I do not have notifications on for Messenger, hence slower response time if reaching out in this way). 👋Community Health & Wellness Plans 👉 Haines Junction engagement Sessions happening July 28-30 Help plan and create a vision for community wellness and identify strengths, needs and priorities. More information coming soon! 👋Village of Haines Junction 👉 Free Store has reopened Fresh coat of paint and maintained by volunteers who receive an honorarium. A huge thank you to all who have helped to make it happen! If you’re interested in volunteering, please contact the Village office. 👋Junction Arts and Music 👉Let Gwaandak Theatre tell you a story… This year for Indigenous Summer Play Readings, we are excited to be sharing two scripts that are new to the Yukon - The Spirit of the Valley by Frank Henry Kaash Katasse and Jordan by Yvette Nolan - and you are invited to join us in Haines Junction! Sunday July 20th - Jordan (12:00PM Start) & The Spirit of the Valley (1:30PM Start) Location: Village Bakery & Deli - Haines Junction YT Hosted by Junction Arts & Music This event is free to attend! 👋Community Markets 👉 The fabulous summer markets are returning again this season. The first summer Market is Wednesday, June 18 from 4-6pm. The last Market is September 3rd. Markets will be hosted at the St Elias Convention Center. 👋Village Bakery A reminder that reservations are required for the famous music & dinner at the bakery on Fridays and Saturdays. It’s a BIG line up this weekend – Cows Go Moo on Friday and Kevin Barr on Saturday! Grab your reservations now - https://www.eventcreate.com/e/villagebakery2025 👋Parks Canada Parks Canada has a great lineup of free programs for all ages running until the end of August. Special Campfire Talk with John Fingland: Something frozen In the Ice Saturday, July 12th at 7:00pm Mät’àtäna Män (Kathleen Lake) Come hear historian and storyteller John Fingland talk about the First Nation knowledge of glaciers and ice patches and then tell stories about them. Experience replicas of tools found originating thousands of years ago trapped within ancient ice patches. Bring a mug for tea or hot chocolate Parks Day Guided Hike / Sheep Creek Trail / July 19 / 11am-5pm: Meet at the Ä’äy Chù West parking lot and learn how climate change is impacting the hydrology, vegetation, and wildlife in the park. Wear sturdy footwear, dress for the weather, and bring water and snacks. Kluane Creates Sunday / 11am-1pm / FREE Kathleen Lake Day-Use Area Explore your creativity in the heart of Kluane! All ages and skill levels are invited to experiment with diverse art mediums and create memorable pieces with family and friends. Glacier Evenings Wednesday / 7pm-8pm / FREE Kluane National Park and Reserve Visitor Centre in Haines Junction Celebrate the UNESCO International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation and discover the vital role of Canada’s changing frozen landscapes through engaging speakers, films, and talks, all while enjoying a complimentary cup of hot tea or hot chocolate. July 9 - Losing Blue Watch a powerful cinematic poem about losing the otherworldly blues of ancient mountain lakes and together the audience will have a chance to reflect and share about what losing blue means to them. July 16- Water on the Landscape Join glaciologist Dr. Michel Baraer from the University of Quebec as he presents his research on how climate change is affecting mountain water sources– especially glaciers and permafrost. Campfire Talks Thursday-Saturday / 7pm-8pm / FREE Kathleen Lake Campground Gather around the fire and hear about Kluane’s history, wildlife, and ever-changing ecosystems. Please bring your own mug to enjoy some complimentary tea and hot chocolate under the Yukon sky. Kokanee Stroll Saturday / 3 pm-4 pm / FREE Kathleen Lake Day-Use Area Join us on a scenic walk on the stunning shore of Kathleen Lake and hear the mysterious story of Kluane’s Kokanee salmon along the way. Northern Nights Festival / September 19-20: Celebrate the return of the night sky at Mät’àtäna Män (Kathleen Lake) with Parks Canada, the Yukon Astronomical Society, and many other partners. 👋Augusto! 👉Ticket sales are underway and selling fast! Join us for the 6th annual Augusto! Children's Festival happening August 8th to 10th for kids aged 2 – 12. A full weekend of dedicated kid fun! The Great Balanzo from Edmonton will be joining us this year along with Vancouver magician Travis Bernhardt. The Dakwäkäda Dancers will open the festival late Friday afternoon, followed by a family dance with Claire The Clown Dance Band. There are 34 confirmed one hour workshops – art, music and robotics are all on offer! Add in the Friday dance and two theatre shows and it is a great family weekend. Purchase weekend passes online at www.augustokids.ca $25 for ages 2-4 and $40 for ages 5-12. 👋Thrift Store 👉 The Haines Junction Thrift Shop is closed for the summer, and cannot accept any donations until the fall when we reopen. We thank everyone for their donations and purchases over the past year, and we will see you in the fall. Have a great summer! 👋Sports, Health and Fitness 👉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. 👉Massage Rebecca Schatz, massage therapist, will be relocating to Bear Creek Lodge as of Oct 1st located at 103091 Alaska HW. Sessions can be covered through insurance. To book online head to https://lotus.janeapp.com/ or text (250)797-4921. 👉Pedal Junction WE GOT FUNDED!!!!!! The Pedal Junction team is excited to share that our Lotteries Yukon funding application was successful! The bike skills park project is funded! Over the coming weeks we will be working on pre-construction activities, including bike skills park design and continuing to fundraise our portion of the project budget, while we wait for the land tenure process to be completed. Now is a great time to buy Pedal Junction t-shirts! Bike Nights are baaaaaack! Meet us at the Spruce Street cul-de-sac every other Thursday from 6-8pm for an evening of riding bikes with friends. We'll bring the skills stations and wooden features, you bring your bike and helmet! A huge thank you to Castle Rock Enterprises for donating rundown old pylons and candlesticks for us to build our obstacle courses at Bike Nights. Pedal Junction T-Shirt Fundraiser! T-shirt artwork by Shadunjen van Kampen $30.00/each Comes in sizes Youth Small, Medium and Large Adult Small, Medium, Large, XL and XXL email [email protected] to order or text/call 867-335-0440 👉Kluane Running Club Pine Lake Triathlon Sunday, July 20: Join for the first (hopefully annual) Pine Lake Triathlon leaving from Pine Lake/Tsi Man beach for a 1km swim, 23km bike ride and 6km run. This is volunteer-run and self-supported, with safety checkpoints along the way. This is open to all and supposed to be a fun relaxed event for the community! Thanks to our volunteers and sponsors! It is $15+tax to register, covers the cost of hot dogs/hamburgers and a couple of prizes. Additional Information: While Pine Lake does warm up, you may want a wetsuit for the swim this is a personal choice. The water temperature will be posted here days before the event. There will be Search and Rescue boats on the water during the swim. Participants must carry bear spray for bike and run portion. Dirt logging road for the bike section so hybrid/gravel bike recommended. Bikes can be dropped off ahead of time on the other side of Pine Lake, with volunteers watching this transfer station. The bike ride is dirt logging road and then highway. Running on paved Trans Canada trail along the highway back to the campground. If you;re visiting from Whitehorse farther out, you can camp at Pine Lake! Email [email protected] for questions. For more information: https://raceroster.com/events/2025/105714/pine-lake-triathlon CBC Radio Community Report for June 12, 2025
This is the June 12, 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.) -- 👋 Introduction 👉Weather: K’ùk kulį- it is cloudy 👉 It has been a WINDY start to the spring, a bit on the cool side and DRY. Yesterday’s thunderstorms brought a bit of rain but also heightened anxiety. I’ve chatted with several people who have been busy making sure they have copies of their essential documents photocopied by the door, just in case we get a fire alert. 👉A big thank you to all of the volunteer groups who have been out cleaning up the community. It looks beautiful! 👉The grad parade was last night for St Elias Community School – a huge congratulations to everyone! 👉 A huge thank you to the Bluegrass Festival volunteers and organizers for last week’s fantastic event. 👉A big congratulations to Isabelle Piche with Adventure Time Yukon for winning Yukonstruct’s Innovator of the Year!! 👉 Bear sighting in town the last few days near the Apartments/Hume Street. A good reminder to be Bear Aware, travel with bear spray and keep dogs on leashes. 👉 Phase 4B of water/wastewater replacement underway – they are currently working near Frostys. It’s so great to see the continued investment in our community in our infrastructure. We’re a growing town, with 28 lots coming into market later this summer/fall. 👉 A reminder that water conservation has been in effect for a few weeks now due to well pump needing to be replaced. 👋Champagne and Aishihik First Nations 👉Da Kų Nän Ts’èddhyèt Join us for song, dance and culture as we come together to celebrate, Da Kų Nän Ts’èddhyèt which means "our house is waking up the land". This refers to the sound a woodpecker makes when tapping on trees in the spring time. Da Kų Cultural Centre, Dakwäkäda Haines Junction | June 13–15, 2025. All are welcome! Events kick off Friday at 5pm! 👉Community Delegate Selection Meetings For the 2025 Annual CAFN General Assembly Haines Jct/Kloo Lake Tuesday, June 17 (5:30 – 7:30 pm) Mun Ku – Haines Jct Asheyi/Canyon Crk Thursday, June 19 (5:30 – 7:30 pm) Mun Ku – Haines Jct Takhini/Kusawa Tuesday, June 24 (5:30 – 7:30 pm) New Tachini Hall Whitehorse Delegates Thursday, June 26 (5:00 – 7:00 pm) Yukon Inn Plaza CAFN Room Klukshu/Shawshe/Ak Saturday, June 28 (3:00 – 5:00 pm) Chuck and Barb’s yard for BBQ Champagne/Hutchi Thursday, July 3 (7:00 – 8:30 pm) Champagne Hall For more information, please contact Millie Joe Events and Special Projects Coordinator Governance CELL: 634-5243 OFFICE: 634-4200 ext. 233 👉CAFN Citizens: Economic Development Strategy Survey CAFN is creating an Economic Development Strategy and wants your input. Share your feedback and be entered into a draw for one of three $150 FasGas gift cards! SCAN HERE to take the survey and enter into the draw. Survey link: https://tinyurl.com/CAFN-EcDev-Citizen The survey will be open until July 30, 2025 👉CAFN Citizens: Community Safety Plan Meeting for Takhini What to expect: Work together on creating a community Safety plan Door prize draw for those who attend and participate on both days June 19 and 20th Time 2 pm to 7 pm Old Community Municipal Hall Hosted by Champagne and Aishihik and Public Service Canada 👉Sewing Circles June 19 at Takhini Hall from 5-8pm At the Yukon Inn Plaza on June 18 and 25th Contact Darlene Jim food more information at 335-2759 👉Handgames Practice Skookum Jim Friendship Centre Whitehorse - June 3, 10, 17, 24, 2025 from 5-8 pm Contact Darlene Jim @ 867-335-2759 👋Village of Haines Junction 👉 Free Store has reopened Fresh coat of paint and maintained by volunteers who receive an honorarium. A huge thank you to all who have helped to make it happen! If you’re interested in volunteering, please contact the Village office. 👉Reminder to submit your nominations and milestones to the new Community Recognition Program! More info: https://hainesjunction.ca/p/community-recognition-program 👋Haines Junction HooBeeDoo! 👉 Everyone is welcome. Make new friends! Meet new people! A new mystery activity each week. Wednesday in May at 6:30pm in the Mezzanine. 👋Haines Junction Public Library 👉Join us for Storytime on Fridays, a fun and engaging program for little ones! Each session features themed stories, interactive crafts, and plenty of free time for reading and play. It’s the perfect way for children ages 0-5 to explore books, get creative, and make new friends in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Once a month, Storytime will be held entirely in French—an exciting opportunity to introduce little ones to a new language through fun stories and activities! Check out yukonlibraries.ca/haines-junction to find out more about our events and programs 👋St Elias Community School 👉 The last day of school at St. Elias Community School will be tomorrow, Friday June 13th. Students will be release early for the summer, at 1:45pm. Parents are asked to please make sure all locker and desk contents are taken home for the summer. Any personal items remaining at the school will be taken to the free store the following week. Thank you to our school community for a wonderful year! Have a safe and restful summer everyone, we’ll see you back at school on Tuesday, Sept. 2nd, 2025. 👋Community Markets 👉 The fabulous summer markets are returning again this season. The first summer Market is Wednesday, June 18 from 4-6pm. The last Market is September 3rd. Location is still to be announced. 👋Village Bakery ——THIS WEEKEND —-- Friday Night Salmon Bake ft. THE LUCKY ONES The Lucky Ones Hailing from every corner of the Yukon—Old Crow, Carcross, Whitehorse, Dawson City, Mayo, and Faro—The Lucky Ones deliver a foot-stomping blend of country-roots and bluegrass, steeped in Northern soul. Their sound channels the spirit of old-time barn dances and smoky tavern nights, all wrapped in a fresh, contemporary edge. Join us at The Bakery for a one-of-a-kind evening as The Lucky Ones take the stage with a mix of original members and a few stellar fill-ins. While some of the crew are off touring, the show promises the same unmistakable spark, musical camaraderie, and Yukon warmth fans have come to love. You can expect a night that’s equal parts high-energy and heartfelt, lively fiddle, rolling banjo, sweet mandolin, steady upright bass, and harmonies that hit you right in the chest. Whether you're singing along, tapping your toes, or swaying by the bar, this is music meant to be felt. This is bluegrass with grit, soul, and a whole lot of heart! Saturday Night Chicken BBQ ft. ED MCLEAN Ed McLean Music Ed McLean is a Yukon local with a heartwarming blend of folk and classic rock. Whether he’s strumming an acoustic ballad or grooving through a classic rock favorite, Ed’s performances are heartfelt, nostalgic, and effortlessly charming. His music invites you to slow down, sing along, and feel the familiar tug of memories set to song. Ed McLean promises a night of tunes you won't want to miss! RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED Grab your reservations now - https://www.eventcreate.com/e/villagebakery2025 👋Parks Canada Parks Canada a great lineup of free programs for all ages running until the end of August. National Indigenous Peoples Day / June 21 • Mät’àtäna Män (Kathleen Lake) Campground/ 7pm-8pm: Join John Fingland around the campfire at as he shares stories about Champagne and Aishihik First Nations history and culture. • Thechàl Dhâl' Visitor Centre & Warden Cabin / 10 am to 4 pm: Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day with Kluane First Nation. Kluane Creates Sunday / 11am-1pm / FREE Kathleen Lake Day-Use Area Explore your creativity in the heart of Kluane! All ages and skill levels are invited to experiment with diverse art mediums and create memorable pieces with family and friends. Glacier Evenings Wednesday / 7pm-8pm / FREE Kluane National Park and Reserve Visitor Centre in Haines Junction Celebrate the UNESCO International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation and discover the vital role of Canada’s changing frozen landscapes through engaging speakers, films, and talks, all while enjoying a complimentary cup of hot tea or hot chocolate. June 18 - Glacier Dynamics: Join Glaciologist Brittany Main, for a talk that will explore glacier dynamics, with a focus on how ice flows, what triggers fast flow, and why some glaciers behave so differently than others. June 25 - Mount Logan: Listen to stories of mountaineers who have summitted Canada’s tallest mountain, Mount Logan as we commemorate the 100 year anniversary of the first ascent. Campfire Talks Thursday-Saturday / 7pm-8pm / FREE Kathleen Lake Campground Gather around the fire and hear about Kluane’s history, wildlife, and ever-changing ecosystems. Please bring your own mug to enjoy some complimentary tea and hot chocolate under the Yukon sky. Kokanee Stroll Saturday / 3 pm-4 pm / FREE Kathleen Lake Day-Use Area Join us on a scenic walk on the stunning shore of Kathleen Lake and hear the mysterious story of Kluane’s Kokanee salmon along the way. Parks Day Guided Hike / Sheep Creek Trail / July 19 / 11am-5pm: Meet at the Ä’äy Chù West parking lot and learn how climate change is impacting the hydrology, vegetation, and wildlife in the park. Wear sturdy footwear, dress for the weather, and bring water and snacks. Northern Nights Festival / September 19-20: Celebrate the return of the night sky at Mät’àtäna Män (Kathleen Lake) with Parks Canada, the Yukon Astronomical Society, and many other partners. 👋BGC Yukon For information about our Haines Junction programs please connect with Danielle at : [email protected] 👋Augusto! 👉We are very pleased to announce this year's lineup for the 6th annual Augusto Children's Festival happening August 8th to 10th. The Great Balanzo from Edmonton will be joining us this year along with Vancouver magician Travis Bernhardt. Claire The Clown Dance Band will open the festival late Friday afternoon with a one hour family dance. We have 34 confirmed one hour workshops – art, music and robotics are all on offer! Weekend passes for kids aged 2-12 go on sale June 24th – buy early and book workshops at the same time to avoid disappointment! www.augustokids.ca 👋St Elias Seniors and Elders Society 👉Mondays from 1:30 to 3PM - Carpet Bowling in the Atrium 👉Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:45am to 11:00 am - Chair Yoga in the Grand Hall (Open to Everyone) 👉Wednesdays from 1:30pm to 3:30pm - Refreshments and Shuffleboard, pool games, board and card games and puzzles in the social room at the Yukon Housing Senior/Elder apartments 👉The new calendar of events for the St. Elias Seniors and Elders Society is now available on the Village of Haines Junction website at https://hainesjunction.ca/p/seniors-and-elders-society 👋Thrift Store 👉 The Haines Junction Thrift Shop is closed for the summer, and cannot accept any donations until the fall when we reopen. We thank everyone for their donations and purchases over the past year, and we will see you in the fall. Have a great summer! 👋Sports, Health and Fitness 👉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. 👉Yoga Lotus yoga classes are: Sundays @6pm at the Atrium in the St Elias Convention Center. Join Sarah-Monique in a 75 mins FLOW class of stretching and strengthening.Donation amount of $15 recommended. Please bring a mat and comfortable clothes. Drop-ins welcome 👉Massage Rebecca Schatz, massage therapist, will be relocating to Bear Creek Lodge as of Oct 1st located at 103091 Alaska HW. Sessions can be covered through insurance. To book online head to https://lotus.janeapp.com/ or text (250)797-4921. 👉Pedal Junction WE GOT FUNDED!!!!!! The Pedal Junction team is excited to share that our Lotteries Yukon funding application was successful! The bike skills park project is funded! Over the coming weeks we will be working on pre-construction activities, including bike skills park design and continuing to fundraise our portion of the project budget, while we wait for the land tenure process to be completed. Now is a great time to buy Pedal Junction t-shirts! Bike Nights are baaaaaack this week! Meet us at the Spruce Street cul-de-sac every other Thursday from 6-8pm for an evening of riding bikes with friends. We'll bring the skills stations and wooden features, you bring your bike and helmet! A huge thank you to Castle Rock Enterprises for donating rundown old pylons and candlesticks for us to build our obstacle courses at Bike Nights. Pedal Junction T-Shirt Fundraiser! T-shirt artwork by Shadunjen van Kampen $30.00/each Comes in sizes Youth Small, Medium and Large Adult Small, Medium, Large, XL and XXL email [email protected] to order or text/call 867-335-0440 👉Women’s Walks and Talks Wednesday at 6:30pm to 8:00 pm. Activities to include walking, berry picking, campfire cooking, fireside talks and connecting with nature with other women in our community. We will be using local trails in and around Haines Junction. Locations change week to week. Contact Dyana Wilkinson at 332-2657 or Kat Simon at 867-332-3721 👉Kluane Running Club If people are interested they can join the Facebook group and text us if they want to run. We are very flexible Pine Lake Triathlon Join for the first (hopefully annual) Pine Lake Triathlon leaving from Pine Lake/Tsi Man beach for a 1km swim, 23km bike ride and 6km run. This is volunteer-run and self-supported, with safety checkpoints along the way. This is open to all and supposed to be a fun relaxed event for the community! Thanks to our volunteers and sponsors! It is $15+tax to register, covers the cost of hot dogs/hamburgers and a couple of prizes. Additional Information: While Pine Lake does warm up, you may want a wetsuit for the swim this is a personal choice. The water temperature will be posted here days before the event. There will be Search and Rescue boats on the water during the swim. Participants must carry bear spray for bike and run portion. Dirt logging road for the bike section so hybrid/gravel bike recommended. Bikes can be dropped off ahead of time on the other side of Pine Lake, with volunteers watching this transfer station. The bike ride is dirt logging road and then highway. Running on paved Trans Canada trail along the highway back to the campground. If you;re visiting from Whitehorse farther out, you can camp at Pine Lake! Email [email protected] for questions. For more information: https://raceroster.com/events/2025/105714/pine-lake-triathlon-yukon-run-for-life 👉Kluane Chilkat International Bike Relay 2025 The race will be taking place on Saturday June 21st. Event organizers are still looking for a few volunteers on Friday night June 20th package pickup at Convention Center. They currently only have one volunteer signed up and they need a few more. This is the May 8, 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.)
-- 👋 Introduction 👉Weather: Sha kulį. It’s a beautiful sunny day this morning. 👉 Frostys is reopening!! June 6 is the BIG DAY for all Yukoners with a softer launch/reopening for Haines Junctioners while the new staff get up to speed happening in late May. 👉Congratulations to the the Haines Junction Junior Rangers and their Coaches Marcel Dulac and Ivan Thompson for their 2nd place overall in the National Shooting competition in Toronto. 👉Last week the Northern Premiers Forum hosted a community dinner at Da Ku Cultural Center. There was a fantastic performance by the Dakwakada Dancers. Yukon Libraries also hosted the conclusion of the Yukon Writers Festival and it was so great to see local comic book artist/author Cole Pauls back home for a visit and presentation. 👉 Lots and lots of bear sightings. Be sure to carry bear spray with you if you’re out and about. 👉Thank you to the Village of Haines Junction, Rob McPhie and the WFN Wildland Firefighters for a great information session and BBQ on Monday to chat about firesmarting your property. 👋Champagne and Aishihik First Nations 👉Community Garbage Clean Up and BBQ Lunch Thursday May 15th from 10 am to 4:30 pm Please meet at the CAFN Admin Building or the Youth Centre We will give out garbage bags and gloves. Door Prizes for Participants 👉Da Kų Nän Ts’èddhyèt Join us for song, dance and culture as we come together to celebrate, Da Kų Nän Ts’èddhyèt which means "our house is waking up the land". This refers to the sound a woodpecker makes when tapping on trees in the spring time. Da Kų Cultural Centre, Dakwäkäda Haines Junction | June 13–15, 2025. All are welcome! 👉Volunteer at Da Kų Nän Ts’étthèt We’re currently seeking volunteers to support the Da Kų Nän Ts’étthèt Dance Festival this June 12-15, 2025. Volunteer Orientation Meeting & Lunch Thursday June 12, 2025 | 11:30 am – 2:00 PM Request of minimum 4 consecutive hours over the festival weekend. All volunteers will receive: A DKNT Festival T-shirt An entry for an air north voucher A special invitation to the Volunteer Appreciation BBQ For more information or to request a volunteer registration form, please contact Millie Joe, [email protected] or 867 634 5243. 👉 Call for Da Kų Nän Ts’étthèt Dance Festival Vendors We’re currently accepting applications for artists, makers, and food vendors to take part at Da Kų Nän Ts’étthèt Dance Festival this summer June 13-15, 2025. It’s a great chance to: • Share your work • Promote your business • Connect with others Deadline to apply is May 20, 2025. Contact: [email protected] | Phone: 867-634-4200 ext.248 👉Graduation Ceremony for CAFN Graduates Wednesday, May 28, 2025 from 5-7pm, Champagne Hall. It will also be livestreamed to Facebook. RSVP by May 16 to Angelica Fairclough at 867-332-63521 or [email protected] 👉Northern Focus Counselling with Vishnu Kolothumkattil in Takhini and Haines Junction! Haines Junction, One-on-One services: May 19, Jun 9. Set up an appointment @ 1-867-689-1885 or [email protected]. For more information contact Community Wellness @ 1-867-634-4200. 👉2025 G/A Delegate Selection Community Meetings Selections are for One Elder, One Youth, and three Members at Large, for each community. Delegate Forms will be at the Community meetings or can be picked up from both CAFN Offices. Please contact Millie Joe, to plan your Community Selection Meeting Date and support. Millie Joe at [email protected] 634-5243 👉Happy Mothers Day Takhini River Subdivision - Mother's Day Luncheon Thursday, May 08, 12:00 to 2 pm at the New Takhini Hall Haines Junction - Mothers Day Luncheon Friday, May 09, 12:00 to 2 pm Natsekhi Ku- Healing House For more Info, please call / text Takhini -Darlene Jim @ 332-0158 Haines Junction -Jocelyn Kinney @ 634-5113 👋Village of Haines Junction 👉Coming soon: more information on the re-opening of the Free Store at the landfill. In the meantime, there is a new Facebook group to help people exchange goods! https://www.facebook.com/groups/hainesjunctionfreestore/ 👋Kluane Compositions World Premiere! 👉Join Diyet and Matthew Lien on May 27 at 6pm for premiere screening of The Kluane Compositions epic music film. This 13-minute music film was directed and produced by Diyet and Matthew Lien, with cinematography and editing by Marty O'Brien. Made possible with funding from the Yukon 125 Prize. Filmed within Kluane National Park and Reserve, on the traditional lands of the Champagne and Aishihik First Nations and the Kluane First Nation. For more information visit https://facebook.com/events/s/the-kluane-compositions-world-/1390964542327699/ 👋Marty Ritchie 👉If you haven’t had a chance to check it out yet, Marty Ritchie’s latest Art exhibit “Drawn Together. One artist and fourteen hundred swans” has been extended. It can still be seen at the Yukon Arts Centre Yukon Energy Community Gallery until May 23rd. Regular hours are Monday to Friday 10 am to 5 pm. 👋Haines Junction HooBeeDoo! 👉 Everyone is welcome. Make new friends! Meet new people! A new mystery activity each week. Wednesday in May at 6:30pm in the Mezzanine. 👋St Elias Lions Club 👉Are you from Haines Junction Dakwäkäda and going into your 3rd or 4th year of post-secondary training? Check out this amazing bursary offered by the St. Elias Lions! Submit a letter and transcript by May 30th by mail or contact me for my email address! 👋29th Annual Jorg Schneider Memorial Poker Run 👉Friday, May 9 - pre-registration is open 6pm to 8pm with bar and food concession operated by the SECS Graduation Parents Society/grad class from 5-10pm Registration opens at 8:30am with breakfast concession host by the SECS Graduation Parents Society/grad class . Hands are $10 and must be back by 5pm. Steak dinner at 5pm. Call Wade at 634-5200 or Ralph at 332-1647 👋Haines Junction Public Library 👉Join us for Storytime on Fridays, a fun and engaging program for little ones! Each session features themed stories, interactive crafts, and plenty of free time for reading and play. It’s the perfect way for children ages 0-5 to explore books, get creative, and make new friends in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Once a month, Storytime will be held entirely in French—an exciting opportunity to introduce little ones to a new language through fun stories and activities! Check out yukonlibraries.ca/haines-junction to find out more about our events and programs 👋St Elias Community School 👉Kindergarten Registration It’s time to register your child for Kindergarten at St. Elias Community School. If your child will be 5 years old by December 31, 2025, they can start Kindergarten at St. Elias Community School in the 2025-26 school year. Registration can be done online or in person. Registration opened on February 4, 2025. Please go to the Yukon Education website at this link for further information on getting started. https://yukon.ca/register-child-school Children that will be 4 years old by September 1st, 2025 may be eligible for registration in our K4 Early Learning Program. Please stop by the school office to meet with our Principal, Linda Lamers, and to register in person. 👋Community Markets 👉 The next community market is scheduled for this Sunday, May 11 from 1-3pm. Connect with Heather Grantham if you’d like a booth. 👋Birding Adventures with Julie and Terry 👉Julie Bauer is organizing the annual spring bird walk to the lovely Haines Junction lagoons. Snow geese, white-fronted geese and all sorts of ducks have been spotted already. The next trip is scheduled for Wednesday, 14 May: Haines Junction. Join our local legendary guides Julie Bauer & Terry Skjonsberg. Meet at the sewage lagoons at 6pm. (2hrs) Bring binos, scope if you have one, and warm clothes. 👋Dakwakada Capital
👋Parks Canada 👉 Kluane National Park and Reserve Facilities are opening for the season May 16th! 👉The Kluane National Park Visitor Centre in the Da Kų Cultural Centre will be open daily 9am – 6pm. Engaging exhibits and videos, friendly staff, park information and backcountry registration take place here. 👉The Thechàl Dhâl Visitor Centre will be open Wednesday to Sunday from 10am – 4pm. The Kathleen Lake campground will also open for the season on May 16. Reservations for oTENTIks and 50% of campsites can be made at reservation.pc.gc.ca. 👉Kluane Creates - Sunday / 11am-1pm / FREE at the Kathleen Lake Day-Use Area. This is an opportunity to explore your creativity in the heart of Kluane! All ages and skill levels are invited to experiment with diverse art mediums and create memorable pieces with family and friends. 👉Glacier Evenings - Wednesday / 7pm-8pm / FREE, Haines Junction Visitor Centre. Celebrate the UNESCO International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation and discover the vital role of Canada's changing frozen landscapes through engaging speakers, films, and talks, all while enjoying a complimentary cup of hot tea or hot chocolate. 👉Campfire Talks - Thursday-Saturday / 7pm-8pm / FREE, Kathleen Lake Campground. Gather around the fire and hear about Kluane’s history, wildlife, and ever-changing ecosystems. Please bring your own mug to enjoy some complimentary tea and hot chocolate under the Yukon sky. 👉Kokanee Stroll - Saturday / 3 pm to 4 pm / FREE, Kathleen Lake Day-Use Area. Join us on a scenic walk on the stunning shore of Kathleen Lake and hear the mysterious story of Kluane’s Kokanee salmon along the way. 👉Mäy (Sheep) Camp / May 31-June 1: Join Parks Canada and Kluane First Nation at the Thechàl Dhâl' Visitor Centre and the Sheep Creek Cabin to celebrate the lambing season. 👉National Indigenous Peoples Day / June 21 👉Mät’àtäna Män (Kathleen Lake) Campground/ 7pm-8pm: Join John Fingland around the campfire at as he shares stories about Champagne and Aishihik First Nations history and culture. 👉Thechàl Dhâl' Visitor Centre / 10 am to 4 pm: Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day with Kluane First Nation at the Thechàl Dhâl' Visitor Centre. 👉Parks Day Guided Hike / Sheep Creek Trail / July 19 / 11am-5pm: Meet at the Ä’äy Chù West parking lot and learn how climate change is impacting the hydrology, vegetation, and wildlife in the park. Wear sturdy footwear, dress for the weather, and bring water and snacks. 👉Northern Nights Festival / September 19-20: Celebrate the return of the night sky at Mät’àtäna Män (Kathleen Lake) with Parks Canada, the Yukon Astronomical Society, and many other partners. 👋BGC Yukon For information about our Haines Junction programs please connect with Danielle at : [email protected] 👋Kluane Mountain Bluegrass Festival 👉Yukon’s Premiere Bluegrass Event Haines Junction, June 6–8, 2025 Celebrating 20 years of “Music. Mountains. Magic.” We need you! The 2025 Kluane Mountain Bluegrass Festival is looking for roughly 75 volunteers for our 20th anniversary edition. Many different jobs are available: if you enjoy a music festival hang, meeting new people, being part of a great team, not to mention the warm and fuzzy feeling you get from helping out, then we are looking for you! Self-registration and self-scheduling portal is accessible on our website: Learn more & Sign up here yukonbluegrass.com/volunteer 👋Augusto! 👉Mark the Date - the sixth Augusto! Children's Festival will take place again August 8-10 in Dakwakada Haines Junction! With 33 one hour art and music workshops and 3 performing arts shows, there will be something for everyone! We will be announcing our main lineup starting next week and tickets go on sale June 24th! www.augustokids.ca 👋St Elias Seniors and Elders Society 👉Mondays from 1:30 to 3PM - Carpet Bowling in the Atrium 👉Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:45am to 11:00 am - Chair Yoga in the Grand Hall (Open to Everyone) 👉Wednesdays from 1:30pm to 3:30pm - Refreshments and Shuffleboard, pool games, board and card games and puzzles in the social room at the Yukon Housing Senior/Elder apartments 👉The new calendar of events for the St. Elias Seniors and Elders Society is now available on the Village of Haines Junction website at https://hainesjunction.ca/p/seniors-and-elders-society 👋Thrift Store 👉The Haines Junction Thrift Shop, located in the basement of the Log Church will be open on Thursdays from 2-6 for the month of May. At the end of May, it will be closing for the summer and will not be open again until the fall. The clear out sale, when everything must go, will be held on Thursday May 29, Friday May 30 and Saturday May 31. The volunteer staff do their best to donate or recycle whatever items don’t sell by the end of May, but unfortunately some items do end up in the landfill. Please come out and support your local second-hand shop, and help reuse items and keep them out of our landfill! 👋Sports, Health and Fitness 👉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. 👉Yoga Lotus yoga classes are: Sundays @6pm at the Atrium in the St Elias Convention Center. Join Sarah-Monique in a 75 mins FLOW class of stretching and strengthening.Donation amount of $15 recommended. Please bring a mat and comfortable clothes. Drop-ins welcome 👉Massage Rebecca Schatz, massage therapist, will be relocating to Bear Creek Lodge as of Oct 1st located at 103091 Alaska HW. Sessions can be covered through insurance. To book online head to https://lotus.janeapp.com/ or text (250)797-4921. 👉Curling Every Tuesday at 6:30 pm at the arena 👉Taekwondo Classes Kids Class - Tuesday, December 9th, 5:30-6:10pm (Kids 4-6 years old must have an adult participate with them) Adult/Youth Class - Thursday December 11, 5:30-6:10pm (Adult/Youth Class is aimed at 11yrs and up) 👉Pedal Junction We submitted our Lotteries Funding application for April 15. A huge thank you to the Pedal Junction volunteers who helped pull together an outstanding application to the Yukon Lotteries Fund. The waiting game begins now... we won't hear whether or not we are funded until early June. In the meantime, you can help us meet our fundraising goals by buying one of our fabulous t-shirts at the Easter Market! Pedal Junction T-Shirt Fundraiser! T-shirt artwork by Shadunjen van Kampen $30.00/each Comes in sizes Youth Small, Medium and Large Adult Small, Medium, Large, XL and XXL email [email protected] to order or text/call 867-335-0440 👉PickleBall Mondays 5:30-7pm. We would love you to join us! Come in the St. Elias door at 5:15 after that it’s locked by the janitor so knock on the gym door. 👉Basketball Tuesday nights from 7-8:30pm. Come on out to shoot some hoops. Ages 13+. 👉Volleyball Wednesday at 6:30pm in the school gym 👉Women’s Walks and Talks Wednesday at 6:30pm to 8:00 pm. Activities to include walking, berry picking, campfire cooking, fireside talks and connecting with nature with other women in our community. We will be using local trails in and around Haines Junction. Locations change week to week. Contact Dyana Wilkinson at 332-2657 or Kat Simon at 867-332-3721 👉Badminton Badminton on Fridays! Doors will open at 7:30. 16+ unless accompanied by an adult. 👉Kluane Running Club Run every Tuesday and Thursday at 7.30 pm. Will be one hour mostly. Meeting up at the front of the swimming pool. Every weekend it will be one longer run after agreement with the group. Join Facebook group if interested Planning is underway for the first Kluane Running Club Triathlon 👉Kluane Chilkat International Bike Relay 2025 The race will be taking place on Saturday June 21st. This is the April 17, 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.)
-- 👋 Introduction 👉Weather: Chįch’a Ńtsi nits’i 👉You know the arena season is coming to an end when the Broomball Tournament happens in Haines Junction. The Ice is now off the rink at the HJ arena. A huge thank you to the fabulous arena staff for another great season and to all of the volunteers who host great sports and events at all season long. 👉This has been a really fun report to put together with so many accomplishments and awards to highlight (and I have likely missed many): 👉St Elias Community School cleaned-up at the Yukon STEM Expo (science fair) in Whitehorse this year. Len Oborne - “Looking FUR an Answer” - Grade 4 First Place, BC Nature Award, YFNED Award Iris Falls - “Stalactites and Stalagmites” - Grade 4 Second Place, Julia Lang Award Grace Anderson - “Back in Time 65 Millions Years Ago” - Grade 5 First Place Barrett MacKinnon - “Optimum Flex” - Grade 5 Second Place Ava Dyce - “Follow me & walk the tracks of the Porcupine Caribou” - Grade 5 Third Place, BC Nature Award, YFNED Award Benji Kinna - “Magnets and Magnetic Fields” - Engineers Yukon Award 👉Congratulations to Dawson Drummond for winning this year’s competition for the Snowboard Yukon Championships logo design as well as medaling in slop style and banked slalom this weekend. 👉Congratulations to Jasmine and Ella who are on the U15 Yukon Wild team for their victory at the Richmond Ice Classic at the end of March! 👉Congratulations to Diane Strand, who was awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal last weekend for her commitment to community and her practice of assisting those with anxiety and trauma. Diane joins three other Junctioners, Ranger Sergeant Wade Istchenko - MLA for Kluane and Master Corporal Marcel Dulac who were presented King Charles III Coronation Medals by Senator Pat Duncan - Yukon in Haines Junction in January. Wade is the Patrol Commander for the Haines Junction Ranger Patrol, while Marcel runs the Junior Ranger program. Kari Johnston was awarded the medal for dedication to social impact and community resilience. 👉Congratulations to Chuck Hume, Mats'äsäna Mą Primozic, and Justin Johnson They were recognized for the Youth, Elder, and Educator Awards at the Spark25-Yukon Youth Summit. The awards recognize the positive contributions of community members in the Yukon. Mats'äsäna Mą Primozic won for the Educator Award Justin Johnson won the Youth Leader award Chuck Hume won the Elders Award 👉Easter is coming up this weekend and we’ve all started to look forward to the week before and Auriol Chocolate’s legendary Easter Egg Hunt. Chocolatier Jesse hides eggs all over town – 45 this year – with treats and goodies from local businesses. To help us find some of the trickier ones, she drops riddles on Facebook to help aid our search. A big thank you to Jesse for starting such a delightful event in town. 👋Champagne and Aishihik First Nations 👉Heritage Lands and Resources Day Champagne April 26, 2025 Come join us and learn about what we are working on. 1 pm to 4 pm At the Champagne Community Hall For details, call 634-4200 ext. 251. We hope to see you there. Snacks will be provided 👉Indigenous Cumulative Effects Model Development Champagne and Aishihik First Nations and Kluane First Nation are creating a model to evaluate the impact of resource development in the Kluane Region. It combines community input, Traditional Knowledge, and Western methods to reflect their culture and values. Please contact: Ray Gunness (CAFN), Director of Heritage, Lands and Resources - [email protected], 867-335-4179 Frank Andersen (KFN), Lands Manager - [email protected], 867-689-3815 Please go to our CAFN website for the full RFP https://cafn.ca/.../2025/04/RFP-ICEM-Framework-2025.pdf Additional Information: The full funding proposal is available to prospective applicants upon request. KFN and CAFN are committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion in the selection process. We encourage proposals from Indigenous-owned businesses and consultants. 👉Blood Ties Four Directions Lunch and Learn Blood Ties Four Directions in conjunction with CAFN are hosting a Lunch and Learn To promote National STI month Wednesday April 16th Yukon Inn Plaza 12 pm For more information, please contact Marion Primozic 332-5262 or by email [email protected] 👉Do-it-yourself (DIY) Paint Night April 24, 2025 5 to 7 pm (Snacks Provided) Healing House Haines Junction For more information call Vanessa At 867-634-5238 Da Kų Cultural Centre's 2025 Exhibit: Healing through the Arts Visual Artist call out CAFN Citizens interested in showcasing their art are invited to submit a photo of their work, along with an artist bio and a brief statement describing how their art has contributed to health, wellness, and/or healing. Deadline to apply April 25, 2025. Contact Krista Reid | [email protected] | 867-634-3300 ext. 410 👉Dá Kų̀ Nan Ts’etthet - Our House is Waking up the Land June 13 - 15, 2025 Dá Kų̀ Cultural Centre dakuculturalcentre.ca Ph: (867) 634-3300 email: [email protected] More details to come!! 👉Volunteer at Da Kų Nän Ts’étthèt We’re currently seeking volunteers to support the Da Kų Nän Ts’étthèt Dance Festival this June 12-15, 2025. Volunteer Orientation Meeting & Lunch Thursday June 12, 2025 | 11:30 am – 2:00 PM Request of minimum 4 consecutive hours over the festival weekend. All volunteers will receive: A DKNT Festival T-shirt An entry for an air north voucher A special invitation to the Volunteer Appreciation BBQ For more information or to request a volunteer registration form, please contact Millie Joe, [email protected] or 867 634 5243. 👉 Call for Da Kų Nän Ts’étthèt Dance Festival Vendors We’re currently accepting applications for artists, makers, and food vendors to take part at Da Kų Nän Ts’étthèt Dance Festival this summer June 13-15, 2025. It’s a great chance to: • Share your work • Promote your business • Connect with others Deadline to apply is May 20, 2025. Contact: [email protected] | Phone: 867-634-4200 ext.248 👉Attention CAFN High School Students Summer Employment Opportunity - Summer Student positions available Every year, CAFN organizes employment opportunities for students over the age of 14 who are interested in building skills, gaining experience, and participating in cultural activities throughout the summer. This year, there are positions available with the following departments and companies: Castle Rock Enterprises; Walker Home Construction; Kinners Construction; Alcan Motor Inn; CAFN Economic Development; CAFN Heritage, Lands and Resources; CAFN Language and Culture; CAFN Community Wellness Currently, these opportunities are open to High School Students who are Champagne and Aishihik First Nation citizens. Preference will be given to those current High School studies. If you are interested, be sure to submit your application package prior to the closing date. Wages are based on your level of education completed to date. Deadline: 4:30pm, April 25, 2025 Send resume and applications to: Megan MacKellar Human Resources Officer, Phone: (867) 634-4200 ext. 245, [email protected] Visit our website at: https://cafn.ca/job-posting/callout-for-expr…-school-students/ 👉Northern Focus Counselling with Vishnu Kolothumkattil in Takhini and Haines Junction! Haines Junction, One-on-One services: May 19, Jun 9. Set up an appointment @ 1-867-689-1885 or [email protected]. For more information contact Community Wellness @ 1-867-634-4200. 👋Yukon Conservation Officer Services 👉With spring grizzly bear season opening today we want to remind hunters of an important change that was implemented this year in the Klukshu area. Hunting grizzlies is now prohibited within 100 metres of the Haines Road centreline from Gribbles Gulch to Unnamed Creek #1. This closure applies to the east side of the road in Game Management Zone 7. The west side, Zone 6, remains closed. Before you head out make sure to review updated regulation and secure the proper permits. For more information go to Yukon.ca/hunting. 👋St Elias Chamber of Commerce 👉YG Tourism and the Chamber are hosting a Chamber Chat on April 17 for Tourism businesses and those interested in the Tourism industry. It’s an informal chat and opportunity to connect with fellow business owners, check-in with YG Tourism and learn more about the industry supports, and about the St Elias Chamber of Commerce’s work on creating a stronger social media presence for destination Dakwakada-Haines Junction! 👉 We've had such a great response to the "Who is Haines Junction?" survey! We've received over 70 responses, but want to see if we can get it to 100 before the survey closes again on Sunday! Remember, you can win one of four $50 gift cards to either Top Spot or the Little Green Apple. Spread the word and help us get to 100! https://fs26.formsite.com/GNf6s7/ru1c4cm6sx/index We're looking forward to sharing the results! 👋Marty Ritchie 👉Check out Marty Ritchie’s latest Art exhibit “Drawn Together. One artist and fourteen hundred swans.” It is up in the community gallery at Yukon Arts Centre until April 30th. Monday to Friday 10 to 5 👋St Elias Lions Club 👉Are you from Haines Junction Dakwäkäda and going into your 3rd or 4th year of post-secondary training? Check out this amazing bursary offered by the St. Elias Lions! Submit a letter and transcript by May 30th by mail or contact me for my email address! 👋29th Annual Jorg Schneider Memorial Poker Run 👉Friday, May 9 - pre-registration is open 6pm to 8pm with bar and food concession operated by the SECS Graduation Parents Society/grad class from 5-10pm Registration opens at 8:30am with breakfast concession host by the SECS Graduation Parents Society/grad class . Hands are $10 and must be back by 5pm. Steak dinner at 5pm. Call Wade at 634-5200 or Ralph at 332-1647 👋Haines Junction Public Library 👉Join us for Storytime on Fridays, a fun and engaging program for little ones! Each session features themed stories, interactive crafts, and plenty of free time for reading and play. It’s the perfect way for children ages 0-5 to explore books, get creative, and make new friends in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Once a month, Storytime will be held entirely in French—an exciting opportunity to introduce little ones to a new language through fun stories and activities! Check out yukonlibraries.ca/haines-junction to find out more about our events and programs 👋St Elias Community School 👉Kindergarten Registration It’s time to register your child for Kindergarten at St. Elias Community School. If your child will be 5 years old by December 31, 2025, they can start Kindergarten at St. Elias Community School in the 2025-26 school year. Registration can be done online or in person. Registration opened on February 4, 2025. Please go to the Yukon Education website at this link for further information on getting started. https://yukon.ca/register-child-school Children that will be 4 years old by September 1st, 2025 may be eligible for registration in our K4 Early Learning Program. Please stop by the school office to meet with our Principal, Linda Lamers, and to register in person. 👋Community Markets The Community Markets will happen from 2-4pm, connect with Heather Grantham if you’d like to book a booth. Upcoming market dates are: Sunday, Apr 20 and Sunday, May 11 👋Parks Canada 👉 Parks staff are busy getting ready for another great summer in the Park. The summer schedule is rolling out with the Visitor Center opening May 16! 👋BGC Yukon For information about our Haines Junction programs please connect with Danielle at : [email protected] 👋Junction Arts and Music 👉Talk Treat To Me - Indigenous Theatre Date: April 20th Time: 7 pm Location: St. Elias Convention Centre, Grand Hall, Haines Junction Tickets: $20 at the door for adults. Free for elders and youth. Max and Jess meet as children, and their friendship changes as they grow up and learn what it means to be a part of Treaty. Max and Jess’ story is intercut with two crass tricksters who were there when Treaty 6 was signed. The tricksters chase and taunt one another, and bleed into the world of Max and Jess. Content Warnings: Contains stories of grief, swearing or potential offensive language, depiction of soft drug use, depictions of generational trauma, mentions of residential school and genocide. Length: ~90 Minutes including post-show talkback 👋Kluane Mountain Bluegrass Festival 👉Yukon’s Premiere Bluegrass Event Haines Junction, June 6–8, 2025 Celebrating 20 years of “Music. Mountains. Magic.” We need you! The 2025 Kluane Mountain Bluegrass Festival is looking for roughly 75 volunteers for our 20th anniversary edition. Many different jobs are available: if you enjoy a music festival hang, meeting new people, being part of a great team, not to mention the warm and fuzzy feeling you get from helping out, then we are looking for you! Self-registration and self-scheduling portal is accessible on our website: Learn more & Sign up here yukonbluegrass.com/volunteer 👋Augusto! 👉Be sure to Mark the Date - the sixth Augusto! Children's Festival will take place again August 8-10 in Dakwakada Haines Junction! With 31 confirmed one hour art and music workshops and 3 performing arts shows, there will be something for everyone! Tickets will go on sale later in June! 👋St Elias Seniors and Elders Society 👉Mondays from 1:30 to 3PM - Carpet Bowling in the Atrium 👉Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:45am to 11:00 am - Chair Yoga in the Grand Hall (Open to Everyone) 👉Wednesdays from 1:30pm to 3:30pm - Refreshments and Shuffleboard, pool games, board and card games and puzzles in the social room at the Yukon Housing Senior/Elder apartments 👉The new calendar of events for the St. Elias Seniors and Elders Society is now available on the Village of Haines Junction website at https://hainesjunction.ca/p/seniors-and-elders-society 👋Thrift Store The Haines Junction Thrift Shop is open every Thursday from 2 - 6 PM and is held in the basement of the Log Church. The volunteers that work here add new items to the racks and shelves on a weekly basis. Prices are kept as low as possible and a free section has been added. The volunteer workers thank everyone for their ongoing donations, but at the present time we are unable to accept more donations. We are working hard to get the donations we presently have sorted and out onto the racks and shelves, but there is only so much room in our little shop. When we can accept donations again, we would like to remind everyone that we can only accept the following items:
The Haines Junction Thrift Shop is happy to be able to provide a place for people to obtain used clothing and other second-hand items . Working together we can keep useful items out of the landfill for as long as possible. 👋Sports, Health and Fitness 👉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. 👉Yoga Lotus yoga classes are: Sundays @6pm at the Atrium in the St Elias Convention Center. Join Sarah-Monique in a 75 mins FLOW class of stretching and strengthening.Donation amount of $15 recommended. Please bring a mat and comfortable clothes. Drop-ins welcome 👉Massage Rebecca Schatz, massage therapist, will be relocating to Bear Creek Lodge as of Oct 1st located at 103091 Alaska HW. Sessions can be covered through insurance. To book online head to https://lotus.janeapp.com/ or text (250)797-4921. 👉Curling Every Tuesday at 6:30 pm at the arena 👉Taekwondo Classes Kids Class - Tuesday, December 9th, 5:30-6:10pm (Kids 4-6 years old must have an adult participate with them) Adult/Youth Class - Thursday December 11, 5:30-6:10pm (Adult/Youth Class is aimed at 11yrs and up) 👉Pedal Junction AGM is coming up on April 30 at 7pm at the HJ Community Library. We submitted our Lotteries Funding application for April 15. A huge thank you to the Pedal Junction volunteers who helped pull together an outstanding application to the Yukon Lotteries Fund. The waiting game begins now... we won't hear whether or not we are funded until early June. In the meantime, you can help us meet our fundraising goals by buying one of our fabulous t-shirts at the Easter Market! Pedal Junction T-Shirt Fundraiser! T-shirt artwork by Shadunjen van Kampen $30.00/each Comes in sizes Youth Small, Medium and Large Adult Small, Medium, Large, XL and XXL email [email protected] to order or text/call 867-335-0440 👉PickleBall Mondays 5:30-7pm. We would love you to join us! Come in the St. Elias door at 5:15 after that it’s locked by the janitor so knock on the gym door. 👉Basketball Tuesday nights from 7-8:30pm. Come on out to shoot some hoops. Ages 13+. 👉Volleyball Wednesday at 6:30pm in the school gym 👉Badminton Badminton on Fridays! Doors will open at 7:30. 16+ unless accompanied by an adult. 👉Kluane Running Club Run every Tuesday and Thursday at 7.30 pm. Will be one hour mostly. Meeting up at the front of the swimming pool. Every weekend it will be one longer run after agreement with the group. Join Facebook group if interested Planning is underway for the first Kluane Running Club Triathlon 👉Kluane Chilkat International Bike Relay 2025 The race will be taking place on Saturday June 21st. This is the March 18, 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) -- 👋 Introduction 👉Weather: Chįch’a K’ùk kulį 👉March Break is this week – lots of fun activities from the CAFN Youth Center and BCG Yukon 👉A huge thank you to the Glacier Nights Festival organizers. It was a tremendous success with activities for all ages. A highlight this year was the perfectly formed snowpile sled hill and castle – an absolute delight for the young at heart. Thank to to the Mayor of Haines Alaska, Tom Morphet, for his gifts of salmon for the silent auction. 👉 Hardwater Race was last weekend at Pine Lake and a huge thank you to the organizers for another great event. 👉Election Day was March 13. Congratulations to Bruce Bruce Sundbo who won the byelection and thank you to Dave Weir for putting his name forward. 👉Congratulations to Michael Schmidt who receive word this month that he is receiving an award from the Royal Canadian Geographic Society for lasting recognition of dedication and service to the RCGS. 👉 Lots of chatter, practicing and excitement for the big Yukon First Nations Hockey Tournament March 21-24. Go Storm! Go Bruins! 👋Champagne and Aishihik First Nations 👉University Tour CAFN Education Department is on its annual University Tour with three HJ grade 11s joining in. They are down in Victoria and Vancouver this week, visiting colleges and universities, learning public transportation and having a great time. 👉National Indigenous Languages Day Community Feast March 31 | 5:30 pm – 8:30 pm Everyone is welcome! Share Your Language Journey In recognition of National Indigenous Languages Day on March 31 we are inviting Southern Tutchone speaking nations to Da Kų Cultural Centre for a 2 day event. There will be discussions on language strategies, supports for learning and opportunity to share your language journey. Däkwän jē Gathering – March 31 & April 1 | 8:30 am – 4:30 pm To register for the 2 day event please contact: Shat K’e Britteny Johnson: [email protected] 👉 CAFN Graduation 2025 Call-out! Are you a CAFN Citizen graduating from K5, 7, or 12? Annual CAFN Graduation Planning is now in process! We don’t want to miss you! Contact: Angelica Fairclough 867-456-6888 ex. 312 or [email protected] 👉Thinking about becoming a caregiver? An information session on how you can become a caregiver and support children to remain in their community. Hosted by Champagne and Aishihik First Nations and Family and Children’s Services. Dinner provided. Thursday, March 27, 6 pm Mun Ku (Elders complex), 1 Joe St. Haines Junction For more information contact Emily Hume at the Champagne and Aishihik First Nations, 867-332-4864 or [email protected]. 👉CAFN ELDERS Senate Meeting Notice of Elders Senate will be held on Monday, March 24th, and Tuesday, March 25th, at Champagne Hall. - Business commences at 10am and concludes at 4pm each day. - Lunch and snacks will be served. - Honorarium and travel will be provided. - Bus service is available both days. Contact Rob (587.298.2752) to arrange pick up in Whitehorse or Takhini. Contact Dave (867.634.5162) for pickup in Haines Junction or Canyon. Contact the Elders & Governance Officer, Ecko Kirk for any questions or concerns. [email protected] or 867-634-4200 ext. 235 👉Handgames Drum Making Workshop Haines Junction - April 1, 2, 3, 2025 Limited 10 seats 5-8 pm Limited 10 seats, Contact Darlene Jim 867 332-0158 Haines Junction location: Munku 👉Adult Games Nights Cards, Scrabble, Crib Every Monday at Mun Ku from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Snacks provided. Bring your friends. Contact Jocelyn K for more information at 634-5113 👉Dá Kų̀ Nan Ts’etthet - Our House is Waking up the Land June 13 - 15, 2025 Dá Kų̀ Cultural Centre dakuculturalcentre.ca Ph: (867) 634-3300 email: [email protected] More details to come!! 👉Northern Focus Counselling with Vishnu Kolothumkattil in Takhini and Haines Junction! Haines Junction, One-on-One services: Jan 13, Feb 17, Mar 10, Apr 14, May 19, Jun 9. Set up an appointment @ 1-867-689-1885 or [email protected]. For more information contact Community Wellness @ 1-867-634-4200. 👋Canada Revenue Canada 👉Benefits Credits and Taxes Date : March 25,2025 Time : 10 AM 3 PM (Lunch Break: 12:00 pm 12:30 pm) Location: Community Wellness Healing House – 22 Hume Street, Haines Junction Canada Revenue Agency will be in your community to provide assistance with the following: ✓ Printing and accessing Income tax slips (to file a return) ✓ Printing Notice of Assessment (NOA’s) ✓ Update information (address, contact number, direct deposit, etc.) ✓ Questions about benefits and credits (GST, CCB, DTC, & many more)✓ Help you understand a letter you received from the CRA (Please bring your Social Insurance Number and 1 piece of photo ID) 👋Haines Junction Public Library 👉Join us for Storytime on Fridays, a fun and engaging program for little ones! Each session features themed stories, interactive crafts, and plenty of free time for reading and play. It’s the perfect way for children ages 0-5 to explore books, get creative, and make new friends in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Once a month, Storytime will be held entirely in French—an exciting opportunity to introduce little ones to a new language through fun stories and activities! Check out yukonlibraries.ca/haines-junction to find out more about our events and programs 👋St Elias Community School 👉Kindergarten Registration It’s time to register your child for Kindergarten at St. Elias Community School. If your child will be 5 years old by December 31, 2025, they can start Kindergarten at St. Elias Community School in the 2025-26 school year. Registration can be done online or in person. Registration opened on February 4, 2025. Please go to the Yukon Education website at this link for further information on getting started. https://yukon.ca/register-child-school Children that will be 4 years old by September 1st, 2025 may be eligible for registration in our K4 Early Learning Program. Please stop by the school office to meet with our Principal, Linda Lamers, and to register in person. 👋YukonU - HJ Campus 👉Expression of interest for First Aid Course for winter/spring 2025. Standard First Aid - 16hrs Babysitting First Aid - 8 hrs Remote First Aid - 24 hrs Wilderness First Aid - 40 hrs Call the campus at 634-7800 if you’re interested in first aid in the new year. 👋Community Markets The Community Markets will happen from 2-4pm, connect with Heather Grantham if you’d like to book a booth. Upcoming market dates are: Sunday, Apr 20 and Sunday, May 11 👋Parks Canada 👉 Summer may seem far away, but you can get planning your camping trip to Kluane National Park and Reserve and make reservations for oTENTik and campsites starting in just two weeks! Kathleen Lake Campground reservations opened January 21st at 8am. 👋Tincture Making Workshop by Wildwood Spirit 👉The last medicine making workshop of the winter season is March 22. Each and every one of the workshops has been so much fun and I am grateful to everyone who expressed interest, spread the word or joined me This is a new workshop and I'm glad it's coming up, because my nervous system needs a lot of support these days and plants can help so much! So here's to peaceful minds and are peaceful world Visit www.wildwoodspirit.ca/workshops or email me at [email protected] 👋BGC Yukon March Drop-in in Dakwakada Haines Junction ! Great collaborations with the @cafnyouth Enjoy the Spring Break everyone, have fun! there's lots happening For information about our Haines Junction programs please connect with Danielle at : [email protected] March Schedule: Mondays: Rec Night and Open Gym Tuesday: Girls Welding (in the school shop) Wednesdays: Pool night at the CGC Thursdays: XC Skiing Friday: Games Nights March Break Schedule for kids 6+ March 13 - Sima Day March 14 - STEM workshop and Sushi Making March 15: Family Ski Day at Kathleen Lake March 17: Family Fun Day at the St Elias Convention Center from 11am to 7pm March 18: Family Fund Day at Pine Lake 11am to 6pm March 19: Laser Tag (sign up required) 👋Junction Arts and Music 👉Carl Mayotte Quintet Join us for a musical mix of electric bass, saxophones, piano/keyboards/synth, guitar and drums. Saturday April 12, 2025 at 7pm St. Elias Convention Centre, Grand Hall, Haines Junction Tickets $20 adults at the door Seniors and Youth for free 👋Kluane Mountain Bluegrass Festival 👉Yukon’s Premiere Bluegrass Event Haines Junction, June 6–8, 2025 Celebrating 20 years of “Music. Mountains. Magic.” We need you! The 2025 Kluane Mountain Bluegrass Festival is looking for roughly 75 volunteers for our 20th anniversary edition. Many different jobs are available: if you enjoy a music festival hang, meeting new people, being part of a great team, not to mention the warm and fuzzy feeling you get from helping out, then we are looking for you! Self-registration and self-scheduling portal is accessible on our website: Learn more & Sign up here yukonbluegrass.com/volunteer 👋Augusto! 👉Mark the Date - Augusto! Children's Festival will happen again August 8th to 10th! We are still looking for a few visual artists to lead one hour workshops. If you have a great art project for kids aged 5-12, it is not too late to submit your proposal on our website at augustokids.ca Calling All Creative Leaders! Do you have a fun, hands-on workshop idea for kids? Join us at Augusto Children’s Festival 2025 and help spark imagination and joy! August 8-10, 2025 St. Elias Convention Centre, Haines Junction, Yukon We’re seeking inspiring workshops focused on art, music, and creativity for kids 12 and under. Ready to bring your idea to life? Submit your proposal in just 5-10 minutes! https://forms.gle/vUSagVuJqpK49SG39 👋Kluane Park Management Board 👉Save the Date: Saturday, April 5 from 1-5pm 👉 Plan to join the Kluane National Park Management Board on Saturday, April 5, 2025 from 1 to 5 pm at the Kathleen Lake Day Use Area for an afternoon of ice fishing, cross-country skiing and fun for the whole family. Bring your appetites — hamburgers, hot dogs, and hot chocolate will be provided, as well as toasty warm campfire. 👉For more information: https://kluanenpmb.ca/community-day-at-kathleen-lake/ 👋St Elias Seniors and Elders Society 👉Mondays from 1:30 to 3PM - Carpet Bowling in the Atrium 👉Tuesdays and Thursdays from 9:45am to 11:00 am - Chair Yoga in the Grand Hall (Open to Everyone) 👉Wednesdays from 1:30pm to 3:30pm - Refreshments and Shuffleboard, pool games, board and card games and puzzles in the social room at the Yukon Housing Senior/Elder apartments 👉March 31st is our year-end and our new year fee of $12 is due. This can be paid at our new office located in the bank building on mondays, tuesdays and thursdays between 9:00 and 3:00. 👉The society Annual General Meeting will be held in April in the social room/drop-in centre, from 2:00 to 3:00 followed by a dinner. 👉Support is needed to update and maintain our society photo album, picture taking at functions, booking footcare appointments once a month, assisting with preparation of food at lunches/dinners and general handyman services. If you are interested and would like more information, please contact Patty at [email protected] 👉The new calendar of events for the St. Elias Seniors and Elders Society is now available on the Village of Haines Junction website at https://hainesjunction.ca/p/seniors-and-elders-society 👋Thrift Store The Haines Junction Thrift Shop is open every Thursday afternoon between 2-6 pm in the basement of the Log Church. Prices are kept as low as possible with the hope that items will be used again rather than ending up in our landfill. Items that we can’t use, or have been on the shelves for too long are sent to other places in the hope that they can be used elsewhere, or are sent to be recycled whenever possible. At the present time, donations are not being accepted. Volunteers will advise the community when they can receive donations again. We thank everyone for their donations and want to remind the community that when you come shopping to please bring a bag and that the Thrift Shop is a cash only operation. 👋Sports, Health and Fitness 👉St Elias Cross Country Ski Club The Ski Club maintains about 40km+ of trackset trails in the area over the winter. The main trails are the “Forestry Trails” with the main entrance located near the wildfire base or at the end of Bear Berry Road. Volunteers often trackset Pine Lake and other trails around town. With the support of Parks Canada staff, trails like the Auriol are often trackset as well. The best way to keep up to date on trail conditions is to join the ski club for access to trail maps. Membership is pay what you can. They suggest $50/family or $30/individual for the year. Donations can be made by etransfer to [email protected] or find them on Facebook for more information. 👉Biathlon Fun Day: Join us at Mät’àtäna Män this Saturday from 1-5pm to try out the sport of Biathlon, using some optical rifles! Everyone is welcome! There will be lots of snacks and hot dogs. Bring your own mug for hot chocolate! All ages. 👉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. 👉Yoga Lotus yoga classes are: Sundays @6pm at the Atrium in the St Elias Convention Center. Join Sarah-Monique in a 75 mins FLOW class of stretching and strengthening.Donation amount of $15 recommended. Please bring a mat and comfortable clothes. To sign up, please head to https://lotus.janeapp.com/ and click on Sarah-Monique’s profile to book or call/text (250)797-4921. 👉Massage Rebecca Schatz, massage therapist, will be relocating to Bear Creek Lodge as of Oct 1st located at 103091 Alaska HW. Sessions are covered through insurance. To book online head to https://lotus.janeapp.com/ or text (250)797-4921. 👉Reuth Levain - Acupuncturist Is happy to come back to HJ for two weeks of Acupuncture sessions February 23-March 6 For any questions and for scheduling please sign in with the link below: https://reut-levain.netlify.app/ 👉Curling Every Tuesday at 6:30 pm at the arena 👉Taekwondo Classes Kids Class - Tuesday, December 9th, 5:30-6:10pm (Kids 4-6 years old must have an adult participate with them) Adult/Youth Class - Thursday December 11, 5:30-6:10pm (Adult/Youth Class is aimed at 11yrs and up) 👉Pedal Junction We have cleared YESAB process and now we’re working with the Village who will be working with the Lands Management Branch for use of Public Lands. We’re getting ready to submit a funding applications to Lotteries Yukon. UPDATE! The deadline to submit an EOI for the Bike Skills Park has been extended to March 20, 2025 at 5pm. Do you have experience building Bike Skills Parks in the Yukon? Pedal Junction is on the hunt for a skilled contractor to design and build a Bike Skills Park in Dakwakada/Haines Junction for Summer-Fall 2025. We need your creativity and expertise to create a fantastic new bike park for our community. From planning to construction, your input will be pivotal in bringing this project to life. What's needed: Design and plan a dynamic Bike Skills Park. Estimate costs for materials, equipment, and management. Readiness to work with a group of fantastic volunteers. Ready to learn more or apply? Zoom over to our website: pedaljunction.org/eoi and discover how you can contribute to this exciting volunteer-led initiative! Submit your Expression of Interest by March 20! This Expression of Interest will be used to identify and shortlist candidates for the Bike Skills Park project and does not constitute an offer. Pedal Junction T-Shirt Fundraiser! T-shirt artwork by Shadunjen van Kampen $30.00/each Comes in sizes Youth Small, Medium and Large Adult Small, Medium, Large, XL and XXL email [email protected] to order or text/call 867-335-0440 👉PickleBall Mondays 5:30-7pm. We would love you to join us! Come in the St. Elias door at 5:15 after that it’s locked by the janitor so knock on the gym door. 👉Basketball Tuesday nights from 7-8:30pm. Come on out to shoot some hoops. Ages 13+. 👉Volleyball Wednesday at 6:30pm in the school gym 👉Badminton Badminton on Fridays! Doors will open at 7:30. 16+ unless accompanied by an adult. 👉Kluane Running Club Run every Tuesday and Thursday at 7.30 pm. Will be one hour mostly. Meeting up at the front of the swimming pool. Every weekend it will be one longer run after agreement with the group. Join Facebook group if interested Planning is underway for the first Kluane Running Club Triathalon 👉Kluane Chilkat International Bike Relay 2025 The race will be taking place on Saturday June 21st. CBC Radio Community Report for February 13, 2025 This is the February 13, 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) -- 👋 Introduction 👉Weather: Chįch’a K’ùk kulį 👉Congratulations to our new mayor Diane Strand 👉Lots of great hockey women’s hockey tourney and the HJMH hosted the U13 Yukon Championships 👉Valentine’s Day market was a success and so great to have the markets back 👋Village of Haines Junction 👉Notice of by-election has been issued for a Council Member The proposed schedule is as follows: February 26: Nomination Day (noon) February 27: All Candidates Forum (to be confirmed) March 3: Special ballots made available March 5: Advance Poll and Mobile Poll March 13: Election Day 👉Haines Junction Housing Needs Assessment Release publicly here: Link: https://hainesjunction.ca/p/haf 👋Champagne and Aishihik First Nations 👉CAFN Ice Fishing Day at Dezadeash Lake Monday, February 24, 2025 from 11am to 4pm Please dress accordingly. Snacks and Equipment provided. The Bus will leave HJ at 10am if you require transportation. Please call Rob at 587-298-2752 👉2025 Career Fair Friday, February 28, 2025 from 10am to 3pm HJ Convention Center & Mezzanine. CAFN has invited numerous companies, organizations and government departments to talk about job opportunities and careers. There will be door prizes, lunch and snacks provided. This is a free event. For more information, contact [email protected] 👉Valentine’s Day Dance Friday, February 14 at the Youth Center 5-7:30PM Ages 6+ 7:30-9pm Ages 11+ 9pm to 11:00pm Ages 14+ Pinata at 7:00pm Music, Lights, food, treats, games, prizes! All are welcome. 👉Adult Games Nights Cards, Scrabble, Crib Every Monday at Mun Ku from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm Snacks provided. Bring your friends. Contact Jocelyn K for more information at 634-5113 👉Regalia Making 2025 CAFN Language & Culture is facilitating regalia creation workshops in Haines Junction and Whitehorse to support all those who are graduating, performing in the cultural arts, or for ceremony in 2025. Personal instruction and design along with the materials/supplies being provided Dates and Times: February 18th at Da Kų In Haines Jct. 5pm- 9pm February 20th in Whitehorse. at Yukon Inn Plaza Boardroom 3pm-8pm For more info. email: [email protected] 👉 Bryan Trottier is coming to town! Champagne and Aishihik First Nations is thrilled to announce that NHL Hall of Famer and seven-time Stanley Cup winner Bryan Trottier will be visiting Haines Junction, We welcome Bryan Trottier to Dakwakada at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, February 13 at the Convention Centre, and we look forward to a positive, inspiring and motivational connection that everyone will enjoy. Bryan will share stories that everyone loves. He will pass along his StanleyCup rings for anyone to wear and show off in photos! As an accomplished musician, he will also play guitar, bringing the community together in song and dance. Please join us! and stay tuned for the next update about his visit Takhini River Subdivision and Whitehorse. 👉Dá Kų̀ Nan Ts’etthet - Our House is Waking up the Land June 13 - 15, 2025 Dá Kų̀ Cultural Centre dakuculturalcentre.ca Ph: (867) 634-3300 email: [email protected] More details to come!! 👉Northern Focus Counselling with Vishnu Kolothumkattil in Takhini and Haines Junction! Haines Junction, One-on-One services: Jan 13, Feb 17, Mar 10, Apr 14, May 19, Jun 9. Set up an appointment @ 1-867-689-1885 or [email protected]. For more information contact Community Wellness @ 1-867-634-4200. 👋Haines Junction Public Library 👉Storytime starts up again this Friday: Join us for Storytime, a fun and engaging program for little ones! Each session features themed stories, interactive crafts, and plenty of free time for reading and play. It’s the perfect way for children ages 0-5 to explore books, get creative, and make new friends in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Once a month, Storytime will be held entirely in French—an exciting opportunity to introduce little ones to a new language through fun stories and activities! Check out yukonlibraries.ca/haines-junction to find out more about our events and programs 👋St Elias Community School 👉Grad Pizza! The SECS Grads are selling Take ʼn Bake Pizza as a school graduation fundraiser. The pizza order forms are available at the school and have also been sent home in the digital school newsletter. The pizza order form and payment must be returned to the school by Wednesday, February 19th before 3:00 pm 👉Kindergarten Registration It’s time to register your child for Kindergarten at St. Elias Community School. If your child will be 5 years old by December 31, 2025, they can start Kindergarten at St. Elias Community School in the 2025-26 school year. Registration can be done online or in person. Registration opened on February 4, 2025. Please go to the Yukon Education website at this link for further information on getting started. https://yukon.ca/register-child-school Children that will be 4 years old by September 1st, 2025 may be eligible for registration in our K4 Early Learning Program. Please stop by the school office to meet with our Principal, Linda Lamers, and to register in person. 👋YukonU - HJ Campus 👉Expression of interest for First Aid Course for winter/spring 2025. Standard First Aid - 16hrs Babysitting First Aid - 8 hrs Remote First Aid - 24 hrs Wilderness First Aid - 40 hrs Call the campus at 634-7800 if you’re interested in first aid in the new year. 👉 Free Cybersecurity Course February 26-28, 2025 from 9:30am to noon and with drop-in tech support in the afternoons from 1-3pm. By the end of the course, participants will not only have a solid understanding of cybersecurity fundamentals but will also be quipped with actional steps they can take to enhance their online safety. Please contact the campus to register. 👉 Employment Opportunity Do you want to share your excitement for science, technology, engineering, arts and math with Haines Junction youth? We’re looking for an enthusiastic person to assist and hopefully take over delivery of STEAM programming in our community. Contact info on poster. Please apply by February 28th. 👋St Elias Lions Club Annual Sweetheart Bonspiel February 15-16 Entry fee is $200 ($100 nonrefundable deposit required) Deadline to register is February 13 at 5pm Saturday night game night. Call Rod Watson 634-5207 or Ralph Hotte 332-1647 to register. 👋Community Markets The Community Markets will happen from 2-4pm, connect with Heather Grantham if you’d like to book a booth. Saturday, Mar 8 Sunday, Apr 20 Sunday, May 11 👋Parks Canada 👉 Summer may seem far away, but you can get planning your camping trip to Kluane National Park and Reserve and make reservations for oTENTik and campsites starting in just two weeks! Kathleen Lake Campground reservations open January 21st at 8am. 👋HJ Food Association 👉 Annual General Meeting is scheduled for January 25 at 2pm. Contact [email protected] for more information 👋12th Annual YUKON AFRICAN MUSIC FESTIVAL 2025 Sun 16 Feb, 5-8pm, St Elias Convention Centre - Haines Junction Both dates: $10 Entry at the Door, Kids 19 and under FREE Every February, we honour Black History Month. Bringing together a diverse audience of various nations, ethnicities, age and gender, the Yukon African Festival is having its 12th year in 2025! Featuring music, dance, crafts and a vibrant yet relaxed atmosphere, the YAMF presents some of the top musicians in the African music diaspora from all over the world. As an added bonus in Haines Junction, Stew & Bannock available by Grandma Treesaw Ward! Follow link for more info https://fb.me/e/2m8ejeuMp 👋Augusto! Calling All Creative Leaders! Do you have a fun, hands-on workshop idea for kids? Join us at Augusto Children’s Festival 2025 and help spark imagination and joy! August 8-10, 2025 St. Elias Convention Centre, Haines Junction, Yukon We’re seeking inspiring workshops focused on art, music, and creativity for kids 12 and under. Ready to bring your idea to life? Submit your proposal in just 5-10 minutes! https://forms.gle/vUSagVuJqpK49SG39 👋Glacier Nights Snow Festival Junction Arts and Music will be hosting their third annual Glacier Nights Snow Festival March 7 and 8 at the St-Elias convention center in Dakwakada, Haines Junction. Indoor and outdoor fun for the whole family. Friday Night indoor inauguration with Major Funk. Saturday Night outdoor costume dance party Cozmic Zest. Saturday special guests: Boreale, Snowshoe Shufflers and Parka. Professional snow sculpting and workshops with Joshua Lesage. Sign up by February 20th to sculpt your own block and win prizes. Click link below for more information: https://mailchi.mp/3df1df4f4e76/glacier-nights-snow-festival To Volunteer Please Sign Up Below: Outside Set up and Tear Down Crew Sign Up Form https://form.jotform.com/250147657087059 Inside Set up and Tear Down Crew Sign Up Form https://form.jotform.com/250364804215047 Bar Volunteers Sign Up Form https://form.jotform.com/243516525838160 👋Thrift Store The Haines Junction Thrift Shop is open every Thursday afternoon between 2-6 pm in the basement of the Log Church. Prices are kept as low as possible with the hope that items will be used again rather than ending up in our landfill. Items that we can’t use, or have been on the shelves for too long are sent to other places in the hope that they can be used elsewhere, or are sent to be recycled whenever possible. At the present time, donations of clean and good condition clothing, small household items and books other than textbooks can be dropped off outside the Thrift Shop at any time. Volunteers go by daily to put items inside. We thank everyone for their donations and want to remind the community that when you come shopping to please bring a bag and that the Thrift Shop is a cash only operation. 👋Trivia Nights at the 1016 Pub The 1016 Pub Trivia Night is back, Mondays at 6:30 PM For more information, call 634-2093 👋Sports, Health and Fitness 👉St Elias Cross Country Ski Club The Ski Club maintains about 40km+ of trackset trails in the area over the winter. The main trails are the “Forestry Trails” with the main entrance located near the wildfire base or at the end of Bear Berry Road. Volunteers often trackset Pine Lake and other trails around town. With the support of Parks Canada staff, trails like the Auriol are often trackset as well. The best way to keep up to date on trail conditions is to join the ski club for access to trail maps. Membership is pay what you can. They suggest $50/family or $30/individual for the year. Donations can be made by etransfer to [email protected] or find them on Facebook for more information. 👉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. 👉Yoga Lotus yoga classes are: Sundays @6pm at the Atrium in the St Elias Convention Center. Join Sarah-Monique in a 75 mins FLOW class of stretching and strengthening.Donation amount of $15 recommended. Please bring a mat and comfortable clothes. Wednesday morning @10 at the Convention Center auditorium. Join Sarah-Monique in a 60 mins chair yoga class where she will assist proper biomechanics and form for increasing mobility and balance. Donation amount of $5 recommended. To sign up, please head to https://lotus.janeapp.com/ and click on Sarah-Monique’s profile to book or call/text (250)797-4921. 👉Massage Rebecca Schatz, massage therapist, will be relocating to Bear Creek Lodge as of Oct 1st located at 103091 Alaska HW. Sessions are covered through insurance. To book online head to https://lotus.janeapp.com/ or text (250)797-4921. 👉Reuth Levain - Acupuncturist Is happy to come back to HJ for two weeks of Acupuncture sessions February 23-March 6 For any questions and for scheduling please sign in with the link below: https://reut-levain.netlify.app/ 👉Curling Every Tuesday at 6:30 pm at the arena 👉Taekwondo Classes Kids Class - Tuesday, December 9th, 5:30-6:10pm (Kids 4-6 years old must have an adult participate with them) Adult/Youth Class - Thursday December 11, 5:30-6:10pm (Adult/Youth Class is aimed at 11yrs and up) 👉Minor Hockey U11 Yukon Championship in Dawson City February 14th-16th The HJMH Association is hiring a General Manager for teh 25/26 season. This position will primarily focus on the registration duties and member services. The hours are flexible and some responsibilities my be performed remotely. This is a one-year term position, running from May 1 to April 30 with the possibility of renewal. The wage estimated at $25-30 per hour, depending on experience and estimated to be 240 hours over the term. For more information, submit a resume to [email protected] 👉Pedal Junction We have cleared YESAB process and now we’re working with the Village who will be working with the Lands Management Branch for use of Public Lands. We’re getting ready to submit a funding applications to Lotteries Yukon. Watch our website for an updated Expression of Interest for contractors interested in building the park with us. 👉PickleBall Mondays 5:30-7pm. We would love you to join us! Come in the St. Elias door at 5:15 after that it’s locked by the janitor so knock on the gym door. 👉Basketball Tuesday nights from 7-8:30pm. Come on out to shoot some hoops. Ages 13+. 👉Volleyball Wednesday at 6:30pm in the school gym 👉Badminton Badminton on Fridays! Doors will open at 7:30. 16+ unless accompanied by an adult. 👉Kluane Running Club Run every Tuesday and Thursday at 7.30 pm. Will be one hour mostly. Meeting up at the front of the swimming pool. Every weekend it will be one longer run after agreement with the group. Join Facebook group if interested Planning is underway for the first Kluane Running Club Triathalon 👉Kluane Chilkat International Bike Relay 2025 The race will be taking place on Saturday June 21st. This is the January 9, 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)
-- 👋 Introduction 👉 Happy New Year! 👉 Lots of Junctioners watched the big hockey game on New Years Eve. A huge thank you to Da Ku for hosting fireworks, crib tournament and other fun games on First Night. 👉 And a big thank you to all of the organizations that hosted holiday events throughout the holiday season – from the Library Craft Sale to the Skate with Santa on Christmas Eve, the Junction sure is a happening place. 👉 Huge thank you to the organizers of the Annual Homecoming Tournament – a wonderful tradition and fun event on Boxing Day. 👉Also a big shout out to the St Elias Cross Country trail groomers for keeping the ski trails in tip-top condition over the holidays and to Mark Heathcliff for plowing a skating track on Pine Lake. 👉 Minor hockey started the New Year in a great way with the All Girls Hockey Camp on January 4-5. Thank you to the volunteers, organizers and coaches who helped make it happen! 👉 Julie Bauer reports that the Junction Christmas bird count was on Dec 29, had 20 species of birds, 40 participants including 2 families with young kids. Highest amount of skiers ever with 14 on the trails. Very quiet for the finches, only 6 repolls, a few flocks of crossbills seen by skiers and ok numbers of pine grosbeaks at the feeders. Unusual sighting of 70 snow buntings on the highway . Bird watchers celebrated with the traditional potluck. Kluane Lake bird count was on Jan 5, had 9 participants and only 8 species. 👋Congratulations! The St Elias Lions Club was honoured with the much sought after Club of the Year award for 2023-2024 in our district, which is 49B. District 49B includes the Yukon, Northern BC, a club in NWT and a great portion of Alaska. We were very surprised and humbled by this great honour as we strive to serve our community with all the events that we host and all the work that we do in front of the scenes as well as behind.  👋Village of Haines Junction 👉By-Election for a Mayor January 11: deadline for nominations January 17: special ballots available (must be returned by 2pm on January 30) January 23: advance poll (8:00am to 8:00pm) at the Convention Center January 23: mobile poll (8:00am to 4:00pm) January 30: election day (8:00am to 8:00pm) at the Convention Center 👉 Donated Refundables Fund The Village of Haines Junction Recycle Centre accepts donated refundable items throughout the year. The refund money collected is held in a Donated Refundables fund to be awarded on an annual basis to eligible groups, as per the Donation of Refundable Items Policy #31-20. Next application deadline: January 15, 2025. https://hainesjunction.ca/p/funding-opportunities 👉Reminder! Tipping Fees Public Meeting Monday, January 13 at 6pm in the Grand Hall at the Convention Center. Plan to attend this public meeting to learn more about tipping fees that will come into effect on February 1, 2025. We will also be seeking your ideas on potential solutions to community concerns that have been raised with the new Waste Management and Sorting Requirements bylaw. Each household in attendance will receive 10 free bag tags! Garbage bag tags are now on sale at the Village Office. Learn more at hainesjunction.ca/p/waste-management 👋Champagne and Aishihik First Nations 👉 Rabbit Harvesting Join Darline Blair to learn how to snare, clean and prepare rabbits. January 13 through 16th. At Kloo Lake Open to CAFN Elders For More Information, please call Darline Blair at 867-634-5216 👉Women’s Support Circle with Lorraine Stick 6:30-8:30pm Healing House - 22 Hume Street - Upstairs Meeting Room January 21st 👉CAFN Cultural Programs: Regalia Making 2025 CAFN Language & Culture is facilitating regalia creation workshops in Haines Junction and Whitehorse to support all those who are graduating, performing in the cultural arts, or for ceremony in 2025. Personal instruction and design along with the materials/supplies being provided. January 14th at Da Kų In Haines Jct. 5pm- 9pm February 5th in Whitehorse. at Yukon Inn Plaza Boardroom 3pm-8pm For more info. email: [email protected] 👉 Game night At Mun Ku in Haines Junction Wednesday, January 15th, and Tuesday January 21st 7 to 9 pm Snacks provided. Let’s laugh and play with friends → cards, Scrabble, crib 👉 CAFN invites Citizens to participate in the Community Land Use Planning Engagement meeting in Champagne It’s your chance to share your input on important Land Use Planning Projects! Food and door prizes will be provided. Champagne Community Hall Date: January 18th Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM 👉Community Wellness Ice Fishing with CAFN Land Guardians And yes there is a prize for the biggest fish. January 20 from 10am to 4pm at Pine Lake for more info please get in touch with Darline at 867-634-5236 👉Elders and Seniors Information Fair January 21st at St.Elias Convention Centre in Haines Junction 11am-3:30pm 👉Money Matters - Free workshop Gain confidence in budgeting, tax preparation, credit, borrowing, RESPs, and savings in this course focused on mastering financial management. Lunch & Refreshments provided January 8-9-10 2025 9am to 3pm at Munku Haines junction For more info: contact Emily at 867-334-1843 [email protected] 👉Dá Kų̀ Nan Ts’etthet - Our House is Waking up the Land June 13 - 15, 2025 Dá Kų̀ Cultural Centre dakuculturalcentre.ca Ph: (867) 634-3300 email: [email protected] More details to come!! 👉Northern Focus Counselling with Vishnu Kolothumkattil in Takhini and Haines Junction! Haines Junction, One-on-One services: Jan 13, Feb 17, Mar 10, Apr 14, May 19, Jun 9. Set up an appointment @ 1-867-689-1885 or [email protected]. For more information contact Community Wellness @ 1-867-634-4200. 👋Haines Junction Public Library 👉Storytime starts up again this Friday: Join us for Storytime, a fun and engaging program for little ones! Each session features themed stories, interactive crafts, and plenty of free time for reading and play. It’s the perfect way for children ages 0-5 to explore books, get creative, and make new friends in a relaxed and welcoming environment. Once a month, Storytime will be held entirely in French—an exciting opportunity to introduce little ones to a new language through fun stories and activities! Check out yukonlibraries.ca/haines-junction to find out more about our events and programs 👋YukonU - HJ Campus 👉Expression of interest for First Aid Course for winter/spring 2025. Standard First Aid - 16hrs Babysitting First Aid - 8 hrs Remote First Aid - 24 hrs Wilderness First Aid - 40 hrs Call the campus at 634-7800 if you’re interested in first aid in the new year. 👉 Yukon Science Institute: Major Lecture Series Cost of Living Dangerously: The ecology of mountain goats and avalanches Kevin White (University of Alaska Southeast and University of Victoria) revelas the fascinating natural history of mountain goats in southeast Alaska based on his long-term field study, including their perilous trade-offs when living in avalanche terrain. Free coffee/tea and cookies. Monday, January 20 at 7:00pm at the Haines Junction YukonU Campus 👉 Class 3 Commercial Driving Courses Registration deadline: January 20, 2025 Airbrakes Endorsement. Cost is $605+GST. February 11-13 from 9am to 5pm. Class 3 Theory. Cost is $635+GST. February 14-15 from 9am to 3pm. 👋Parks Canada 👉 Summer may seem far away, but you can get planning your camping trip to Kluane National Park and Reserve and make reservations for oTENTik and campsites starting in just two weeks! Kathleen Lake Campground reservations open January 21st at 8am. 👋HJ Food Association 👉 Annual General Meeting is scheduled for January 25 at 2pm. Contact [email protected] for more information 👋St Elias Dalls - 27th Annual Female Jamboree
👋Augusto! Calling All Creative Leaders! Do you have a fun, hands-on workshop idea for kids? Join us at Augusto Children’s Festival 2025 and help spark imagination and joy! August 8-10, 2025 St. Elias Convention Centre, Haines Junction, Yukon We’re seeking inspiring workshops focused on art, music, and creativity for kids 12 and under. Ready to bring your idea to life? Submit your proposal in just 5-10 minutes! https://forms.gle/vUSagVuJqpK49SG39 👋Thrift Store The Haines Junction Thrift Shop is open every Thursday afternoon between 2-6 pm in the basement of the Log Church. Prices are kept as low as possible with the hope that items will be used again rather than ending up in our landfill. Items that we can’t use, or have been on the shelves for too long are sent to other places in the hope that they can be used elsewhere, or are sent to be recycled whenever possible. At the present time, donations of clean and good condition clothing, small household items and books other than textbooks can be dropped off outside the Thrift Shop at any time. Volunteers go by daily to put items inside. We thank everyone for their donations and want to remind the community that when you come shopping to please bring a bag and that the Thrift Shop is a cash only operation. 👋Trivia Nights at the 1016 Pub The 1016 Pub Trivia Night is back, Mondays at 6:30 PM For more information, call 634-2093 👋Sports, Health and Fitness 👉St Elias Cross Country Ski Club The Ski Club maintains about 40km+ of trackset trails in the area over the winter. The main trails are the “Forestry Trails” with the main entrance located near the wildfire base or at the end of Bear Berry Road. Volunteers often trackset Pine Lake and other trails around town. With the support of Parks Canada staff, trails like the Auriol are often trackset as well. The best way to keep up to date on trail conditions is to join the ski club for access to trail maps. Membership is pay what you can. They suggest $50/family or $30/individual for the year. Donations can be made by etransfer to [email protected] or find them on Facebook for more information. 👉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. 👉Creative Junction We are so thrilled to share that we will be offering dance classes again in Haines Junction. We are thrilled to bring Valeries Herdes from Whitehorse as a dance instructor. She will be with us every second week and our local dance instructors Dyanna Wilkinson and Savannah Van Vliet will be providing classes on the weeks that Valerie is not in Haines Junction. Our children’s dances classes will be starting on Tuesday, January 7th and will run every Tuesday until May 20th and will end with a dance performance in late May. The class schedule will be as follows Tuesdays- Grand Hall 330-415pm K5/Gr1 - Instructors Valerie & Savannah 430-530pm Gr2/Gr3 - Instructors Valerie & Dyanna 530-630pm Gr4/5 - Instructors Valerie & Dyanna 700-800pm – Adult Classes ** the adult classes will run every 2nd week as it will only be taught by Valerie There will be a total of 18 children’s classes and 10 adult classes We also hope to partner with the school to offer additional classes for other age groups All classes will be in the Grand Hall (we may have to occasionally move to the mezzanine due to conflicts with other users but we will notify parents if we do) Class fees K5/Gr1 $100 for 18 classes and performance Gr2/Gr3 $150 for 18 classes and performance Gr4/Gr5 $150 for 18 classes and performance Adult classes will be $125 for 10 classes The class fees are higher than we have charged in the past but that is due to costs of bringing in a professional dance instructor as well as reduced funding. Please note our dance fees are still far less then classes in Whitehorse (approx half the cost) We will also be asking parents to help with fundraising this year to help cover our costs so watch for those requests. There will be a class size limit so please watch for registration in the next day or two. Please share these email with others that might be interested. 👉Yoga Lotus yoga classes are: Sundays @6pm at the Atrium in the St Elias Convention Center. Join Sarah-Monique in a 75 mins FLOW class of stretching and strengthening.Donation amount of $15 recommended. Please bring a mat and comfortable clothes. Wednesday morning @10 at the Convention Center auditorium. Join Sarah-Monique in a 60 mins chair yoga class where she will assist proper biomechanics and form for increasing mobility and balance. Donation amount of $5 recommended. To sign up, please head to https://lotus.janeapp.com/ and click on Sarah-Monique’s profile to book or call/text (250)797-4921. 👉Massage Rebecca Schatz, massage therapist, will be relocating to Bear Creek Lodge as of Oct 1st located at 103091 Alaska HW. Sessions are covered through insurance. To book online head to https://lotus.janeapp.com/ or text (250)797-4921. 👉Curling Every Tuesday at 6:30 pm at the arena 👉Taekwondo Classes Kids Class - Tuesday, December 9th, 5:30-6:10pm (Kids 4-6 years old must have an adult participate with them) Adult/Youth Class - Thursday December 11, 5:30-6:10pm (Adult/Youth Class is aimed at 11yrs and up) 👉Minor Hockey U9 Yukon Championship in Whitehorse January 11th&12th U13 Yukon Championship Hosted by HJMH January 24th-26th U11 Yukon Championship in Dawson City February 14th-16th HJMH has teams participating in all of these tournaments. February 8th Hockey Skill Camp with Yukon North Stars Age 6+ free for all players registered with HJMH 👉Pedal Junction We have cleared YESAB process and now we’re working with the Village who will be working with the Lands Management Branch for use of Public Lands. 👉Basketball Tuesday nights from 7-8:30pm. Come on out to shoot some hoops. Ages 13+. 👉Volleyball Wednesday at 6:30pm in the school gym 👉Badminton Badminton on Fridays! Doors will open at 7:30. 16+ unless accompanied by an adult. 👉Kluane Running Club Run every Tuesday and Thursday at 7.30 pm. Will be one hour mostly. Meeting up at the front of the swimming pool. Every weekend it will be one longer run after agreement with the group. Join Facebook group if interested Planning is underway for the first Kluane Running Club Triathalon 👉Kluane Chilkat International Bike Relay 2025 The race will be taking place on Saturday June 21st. |
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