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Ta’an Kwäch’än Council General Assembly

Chairperson and Co-chairperson opportunities.

Ta’an Kwäch’än Council is seeking a Chair and Co-Chair for the upcoming General Assembly, to be held August 26 – August 28, 2016 at Helen’s Fish Camp.

The Chair and Co-Chair shall have the responsibility of presiding over the General Assembly for the duration of the GA.

Please submit your expression of interest by July 13rd, 2016, to the attention of:

Doris Anderson, Executive Director

danderson@taan.ca

Closing date: Wednesday, July 13, 2016

Draft Chadburn Lake Park Management Plan

Chadburn Lake Park is one of five Regional Parks located within the municipal boundary of the City of Whitehorse. It is the largest of the five parks, covering an area of 75.5 km2. The park is rich with history, cultural and heritage attractions, and natural beauty. The park’s numerous assets – notably including historic Miles Canyon and Canyon City, Grey Mountain, several exceptional lakes, and 260 km of world‐class trails – is the envy of many Canadian cities. Today, the park is at a pivotal point in its evolution. Its popularity is growing locally, regionally, and internationally. Trail development and recreational use are increasing. At the same time, there is recognition that Chadburn Lake Park’s future should balance key park values and efforts should focus on restoration and habitat enhancement.

The City initiated a management planning process in 2015 in recognition of the need to manage various park interests and values for today and future generations. Building on previous planning initiatives, such as the 2014 Regional Parks Plan and the 1985 Chadburn Lake Reserve Management Plan (never adopted), the Chadburn Lake Park Management Plan looks at the park’s core assets, issues, and opportunities. It seeks to provide a onestop comprehensive park management resource. A team of consultants led by 3Pikas (a planning, design, and technology firm based in Whitehorse) were retained to work along with City staff. The consulting team included Simon Lapointe of 3Pikas (project lead), Jane Koepke of Jane of all Trades Consulting (recreation planning), and John‐Glynn Morris of Cottongrass Consulting Group (public engagement).

For more details or to download the full Draft Plan, please click here.

Walking challenge winners!

WALKING THE “YUKON QUEST TRAIL”

WEEKLY WINNERS

Week 1 ~ Charlotte Kane & Mia Broeren

Week 2 ~ John S. Bunbury

Week 3 ~ Teresa Jacobs

Week 4 ~ Geraldine Irvine

Week 5 ~ Georgina Leslie

Week 6 ~ Amy Genier

Week 7 ~ Alfred Broeren

Week 8 ~ Debbie Burns

Week 9 ~ Geraldine Irvine

Week 10 ~ Debbie Burns

Week 11 ~ Michelle Telep

Week 12 ~ Gail Anderson

Week 13 ~ Charlene Burns

Week 14 ~ Geraldine Pope

Week 15 ~ Roberta Auston, Teresa Jacobs, Scott Dickson

Thank you to everyone who participated in our “Walking Challenge.” We had 140 people who signed up, over half of those reported their steps one or more times. It’s wonderful to have so many interested and in the near future we may have another Walking Challenge. Hope everyone has a great Summer, stay active and have fun.

Nomination to sit on the Laberge Renewable Resources Council

Ta’an Kwäch’än Council is seeking a nomination to sit on the Laberge Renewable Resources Council (LRRC) by June 20, 2016.

For information of the duties of Council Members and the Council, please look at the Laberge Renewable Resources Council website (www.eco.gov.yk.ca).

If you are interested in nominating a TKC citizen to sit on this Council, please contact Derek Cooke, Acting Manager, Lands, Resources and Heritage at dcooke@taan.ca or (867) 668-3613 ext. 608.

 

Southern Tutchone Language Teacher

The Yukon Department of Education is seeking a Southern Tutchone language teacher for its Southern Tutchone Language Program at Whitehorse Elementary School.

Posting #: 16 AL005                            Posting date: June 1, 2016                             Closing date: June 8, 2016

Starting date: Aug. 30, 2016

End date: June 20, 2017

Reporting to the principal of Whitehorse Elementary School, the successful candidate will be an inclusive member of the teaching staff. Their role is critical in the successful development and implementation of the Southern Tutchone Language and Culture program.

The focus for this position will be to teach, promote and support Southern Tutchone language and culture in the school. It is imperative that one be able to maintain positive relationships with secondary-aged school students and offer a language and culture program that is engaging, interesting and culturally relevant (on the land and experiential, for example).

The successful candidate must be committed and dedicated to the Southern Tutchone language and culture program, including an interest and commitment to curriculum development over the long term.

Qualifications:

  • Strong interest and demonstrated ability to teach the Southern Tutchone language and culture as a second language using a variety of individual and group instructional strategies, supported by completion of YNLC certificate/diploma program or teacher training such as Bachelor of Education (YNTEP or equivalent).
  • Demonstrated adequate language proficiency (read, write and speak) to deliver the Southern Tutchone language and culture program at the secondary school level.
  • Strong classroom management skills.
  • Ability to adapt and modify curriculum to address each students’ needs and gifts to ensure that all students experience success in this program.
  • Ability to work as a team member and a willingness and enthusiasm to participate in all staff meetings, school wide functions and initiatives.
  • Demonstrated ability to connect and collaborate with school-based staff and Ta’an Kwach’an Council/Kwanlin Dun First Nation/Champagne and Aishihik First Nations/Kluane First Nation community at large to share expertise for the inclusion of Southern Tutchone language and culture.
  • Willingness to actively promote Southern Tutchone language and culture within school programming, environment and community at large.
  • Comprehensive knowledge and awareness of Ta’an Kwach’an Council and/or Kwanlin Dun First Nation and/or Champagne and Aishihik First Nations and/or Kluane First Nation and/or Yukon First Nations culture, traditional practices, values and beliefs as well as a good understanding of the past and current issues in education, heritage and languages with a view to the past, the present and the future.
  • Fluency or willingness to develop language proficiency is required.
  • There are two Southern Tutchone teaching positions in the school. We are looking for a candidate willing to do co-teaching with the other teacher.

Please note:

  • Preference may be given to qualified citizens of Ta’an Kwach’an Council or Kwanlin Dun First Nation or Champagne and Aishihik First Nations or Kluane First Nation OR individuals fluent in the Southern Tutchone language.
  • This is a full-time temporary position from August 30, 2016 to June 20, 2017.
  • Successful applicant will be required to undergo a security check prior to starting work.

Required documents: cover letter and resume

Three references are required.

To apply click here (bottom of the page)

Trapper training workshops

Trapper training is an important requirement for licensed trappers and concession holders. Members of group trap-lines must also meet this requirement to maintain their group membership.

Environment Yukon offers several 4 ½ day Basic Trapper Training workshops between October and March. This workshop meets the training requirement for obtaining a Yukon Trapping or Assistant Trapper License. The minimum age to participate is 16 years, or 12 years if accompanied by an adult.

The workshops cover:

  • Ethics, regulations, rights and responsibilities
  • Safety and survival
  • Furbearer biology and management
  • Business and operational planning
  • First Nations perspectives
  • Fur handling and pelt preparation (1 day practicum)
  • Humane trapping methods (field day and practicum)
  • Modern trapping tools (55-min practicum)
  • Snare-making (90-min practicum)

Each participant will receive a Yukon Trappers Manual. The workshop fee is $315. Some participants may qualify for funding through First Nations or other government programs.

Starting Sept. 2, 2016, you can register at any Environment Yukon office or call 1-800-661-0408 x 5652 to reserve your seat by credit card.

TKC has priority enrollment for three individuals in the Trappers Education program. Any interested citizens should notify the LRH department as sponsorship funding is available to cover course registration. Interested citizens need to contact LRH prior to June 30th if they wish to receive sponsorship.

Workshop Schedule – all dates are 2016

Registration for these workshops will begin on September 2, 2016

Community Dates and Times Location
Old Crow
 Sep. 15, 6:00 – 9:30 PM

Sep. 16-19, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Community Hall

Whitehorse

 Sep. 29, 6:00 – 9:30 PM

Sep. 30 – Oct. 3, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Transportation Museum
Ross River
 Oct. 13, 6:00 – 9:30 PM

Oct. 14 – 17, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Yukon College
Watson Lake
 Nov. 17, 6:00 – 9:30 PM

Nov. 18 – 21, 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM
2 Mile Hall

How to Register:

  • Note the registration start dates and times listed for each workshop. Registration will not be accepted prior to the times listed.
  • 15 seats are available on a first-come first-served basis. As seats are limited, we reserve the right to give Yukon residents priority.
  • The fee is $315. Payment is required to reserve your seat.
  •  You can pay for a workshop in person at any Environment Yukon office or call Client Services at 667-5652 or 1-800-661-0408 ext. 5652 to reserve your seat by credit card. Payment can be made by cash, cheque, debit or credit card.
  •  When registering, please provide the following information:
    • Name
    • Date of birth
    • Mailing address
    • Phone numbers
    • Email address
  • If you applied for funding support, contact the Trapper Education Coordinator at 1-800-661-0408 ext. 6273 or 393-6273 to confirm that your sponsorship has been received and your seat reserved.
Contact the Trapper Education Coordinator
Phone: 867-393-6273
Toll free (in Yukon, NWT  & Nunavut):
1-800-661-0408 ext. 6273
Fax: 867-393-6206
Address: Box 2703 (V-18), Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada Y1A 2C6

YESAB Public Comment Period Open

YESAB Public Comment Period Open 2016 r1

2016-0064 Map Package (2)

The Proponent is applying for a water licence renewal to operate and to renovate its hot springs facility, with a maximum water acquisition rate of 560 mP3P per day. The new facility will consist of three components: public, rental, and Nordic spa pool areas (total of six pools, total volume 60 mP3P), and include three cold water plunge pools, a steam room and sauna, as well as a new heat exchange system. The existing evaporation pond (approx. 0.8 ha, 16 000 mP3P) will be maintained. The Proponent will build an additional pond (approx. 0.4 ha, 4 000 mP3P) and water discharge stream (following the original channel for approx. 150 m) to provide for additional chlorine evaporation and water treatment. The Proponent will install a septic system, and also recycle grey water for landscaping use (winter skating area). Construction activities are proposed to occur from 2016 through the summer of 2018, with operations and monitoring activities as required for the life of the pool facility (approx. 50 years). The existing facility will remain open until the new facility is completed, at which point it will be decommissioned. Work areas will be fenced off from the public. Work crews will stay in the campground and hostel facilities; no work camp is required.

Spring Beaver Camp

Ta’an Kwäch’än is hosting a spring beaver hunt in partnership with Kwanlin Dün First Nation—Jackson Lake Wellness team and Skookum Jim Friendship Centre—Traditional  Parenting Program (T.P.P) Join us in celebrating our culture and harvesting rights!

To register, please call: Ta’an Kwäch’än: 668-3613 T.P.P: 633-7692 Kwanlin Dün: 633-2629

Beaver Camp