The Assembly of First Nations (AFN) Yukon Region offers condolences to the family and friends of the late Elder Frances Woolsey (nee Clethero), Gus'Duteen of the Dakl’aweidi Clan. Regional Chief Kluane Ademak, Aagé said: "Frances lived through – and contributed to – many major moments and...
"For generations, Indigenous peoples have remained custodians of the truth of our shared histories with Canada. This truth has been passed down through the enduring voices of Elders, Survivors, and truth-tellers, who have bravely shared these histories despite the immense trauma and pain they invoke....
Trigger Warning: This post contains details about residential schools and potential grave discoveries, which some may find triggering or cause distress. Available support resources to those who need them: Indian Residential School Survivors Society: 1 (800) 721-0066 National Residential School Crisis Line: 1 (866) 925-4419 First Nation and Inuit...
The Mastercard Foundation is expanding its partnership with Yukon University to continue to transform education and support Indigenous youth success in the Yukon through the EleV Program. The AFN Yukon Region has partnered to pilot a YFN post-secondary graduation ceremony to recognize the achievements and celebrate the...
The AFN Yukon Region and Proxy Regional Chief Mary Jane Jim join in celebrating the 30th anniversary of Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation's Self Government Agreement! Read the full statement of congratulations here!...
The AFN Yukon Region and Proxy Regional Chief Mary Jane Jim extend their deepest congratulations to Champagne and Aishihik First Nations on the 30th Anniversary of signing their Self-Government Agreement! Read the full statement of congratulations here!...
The AFN Yukon Region and Proxy Regional Chief Mary Jane Jim send congratulations to the First Nation of Na-Cho Nyak Dun’s on the 30th Anniversary of the signing of their Self-Government Agreement! Read the full statement of congratulations here!...
The AFN Yukon Region and Proxy Regional Chief Mary Jane Jim join in celebrating Teslin Tlingit Council’s 30 year anniversary of their Self-Government Agreement! Read the full statement of congratulations here!...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Whitehorse, Yukon – Assembly of First Nations (AFN) Yukon Regional Chief Kluane Adamek and Ta'an Kwäch'än Council Chief Amanda Leas offer condolences on the passing of Elder Shirley Adamson - Zhürá. Chief Leas said, “Shirley was a dedicated advocate and tireless worker in preserving...
The Reconnection Vision presents the philosophy of ‘Reconnection is Climate Action’ and the theory of change – where the Children of Tomorrow are developing a climate action plan rooted firmly and solely in the traditional values and teachings held sacred by Yukon First Nations. The...