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Our Condolences: Alice McGuire

Our Condolences: Alice McGuire

Our Condolences: Alice McGuire

It is with a tremendous amount of sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Ta’an Kwäch’än Citizen Alice McGuire who passed away on December 9, 2021. Alice Pamela McGuire (nee Cletheroe) was born on April 1, 1935, and was a member of the Jenny Lebarge Family.

Alice served as the first Aboriginal Female Member of the Yukon Legislative Assembly (1978 to 1982) and went on to become an integral member of Ta’an Kwäch’än Council and Ta’an Kwäch’än Council Elder’s Council.

Her dedication and passion for preserving our government’s history will be appreciated for years to come. Her kindness, passion, and strength for building community unity will be forever missed.

On behalf of TKC Council, our hearts are full at this difficult time. We offer our deepest condolences to Alice’s family and sympathy to all in our community who share with us this loss.

-Chief Amanda Leas

Alice McGuire

New Whistle Bend School Opportunities for TKC and KDF Citizens

Open Invitation to TKC Citizens

Ketza Construction, Duncan’s Ltd. and Klondike Welding want to hire TKC and KDFN Citizens for the development of the new Whistle Bend School.

Employment Opportunities

Ketza Construction

  1. Project Coordinator Trainee at the New Whistle Bend School
    2. First Nations Liaison for the New Whistle Bend School Construction

Duncan’s Ltd.

  1. Plumber

Klondike Welding Ltd.

  1. Welder
  2. Apprentice
  3. Labourer
  4. Ironworker
  5. Painters/Sandblaster

 

For a copy of the job descriptions or for assistance preparing your cover letter and resume, please contact Barb Crawford at training@taan.ca or phone 867-668-3613 ext. 410.

Citizen on the Land Opportunity – January-February 2022

Citizen on the Land Opportunity – January-February 2022

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, Lands Resources and Heritage have decided to cancel one of two planned bison hunts for the New Year. A hunting trip, originally set for the week of January 17, open to adult Citizens, 18 and older, has been cancelled.

A second ‘women-specific’ “Citizens on the Land” trip is still scheduled to take place in February. Dates will be set as soon as location is confirmed (**it will be February 5-9th or February 12-16th).  The groups will be travelling by snowmobile, overnighting in winterized tents, and learning on-the-land hunting traditions and survival skills.

No experience is necessary to participate. LRH has winter clothing available if needed, just let us know what items you require.

If you are interested in participating in upcoming trips or want to learn more, please contact Dawn Hansen at (867) 668-3613 ext. 602 or email resources@taan.ca

 If you are interested in participating or want to learn more, please contact Dawn Hansen at (867) 668-3613 ext. 602 or email resources@taan.ca.

Recycling today for a better tomorrow

LRH entered a partnership with Raven Recycling and Urban Recycling in the fall of 2021. TKC Citizens have been hired to help remove and transport several ‘end of life’ vehicles abandoned on Ta’an properties. Once removed, the vehicles will be taken to Raven Recycling and Urban Recycling to undergo processing. Chief Amanda Leas and LRH Manager, David Irvine toured the facilities at Urban Auto Recycling and Raven Recycling on November 2, 2021 to learn about the step-by-step process involved.

Once the vehicle is delivered to Raven Recycling, and the tires and other reusable parts are removed, Urban Auto Recycling staff run through the process to ‘de-pollute’ the vehicle safely and efficiently. This involves removing all fluids (fuels, oils, anti-freeze, washer fluids and Freon), to ensure that there are no contamination spills during the processing (baling phase). The vehicles are then crushed with a state-of-the art industrial baler which compresses them into small transportable cubes. Raven Recycling then takes the bales and loads and ships them to southern recyclers. The end product will be used to create new car frames, tires, metal cans, trolleys and other reusable products.
This innovative initiative is in conjunction with TKC’s ongoing efforts to restore Settlement Lands to their natural state. As an urban First Nation, TKC is concerned about increased recreational activity resulting in negative impacts and physical damage to trails, buildings and cultural sites, along with an increase in debris, including abandoned vehicles, left by the public at these sites.

LRH has already targeted 12 vehicles for removal for the program. It is estimated there are about 50 abandoned vehicles on Settlement Lands. LRH Manager, David Irvine estimates all 50 will be safely removed and recycled through this program.

TKC’s Family Cooking Program

Who? TKC Child(ren) and Parents
Where? TKC Health Building Kitchen
When? Every second Wednesday starting November 10th from 4:00 – 5:30 pm

Cooking with ätsųą!

Menu:

November 10th – Chicken Parmigiana (Cheater)
November 24th – BBQ Beef Cups
December 8th – Chicken Pot Pie
December 22nd – Naan Pizza
January 5th – Salmon Chowder
January 19th – Quesadillas
February 2nd – Beef Stew (Moose)
February 16th – Fish Cakes
March 16th – Quiche Florentine
March 30th – Spaghetti A La Vongole

Come have some fun with your children while preparing a healthy meal!

Children will learn:

  • Basic cooking skills
  • Using appliances safely
  • Measurements & temperature
  • Food safety & kitchen safety skills
  • Healthy eating habits
  • Reading food labels
  • Excessive sugar
  • Learn about the Canada Food Guide
  • Read, follow, and prepare recipes
  • Cooking terminology
  • Learn to work as a team with parents/caregivers and others
  • Taste new foods
  • Kitchen cleanliness and sanitizing
  • Cooking with traditional foods

Space is limited, so RSVP with Debbie Anderson, TKC’s Community Education
Liaison Coordinator, at 668-3613 ext. 413 or CELC@taan.ca

Walking with Salmon and Caribou

Carcross, November 17, 2021

Ta’an Kwäch’än Council, Kwanlin Dün First Nation and Carcross/Tagish First Nation are hosting an engagement event to get feedback on the Draft Southern Lakes Salmon Plan. There will also be an update on the Southern Lakes Caribou Plan. The event will be held on November 17 in Carcross. Honoraria and travel expenses will be provided.

Please RSVP, because space is limited.

Feedback on the plan is also welcome from those not able to attend.

For more information, or to participate, contact Fish and Wildlife Coordinator Kristina Beckmann at (867) 668-3613 ext. 603 or email fishandwildlife@taan.ca.

IMMEDIATE VACANCIES – TKC seats on School Councils available

Have you ever considered sitting on School Council? Did you know that TKC has guaranteed seats on School Council for both Elijah Smith Elementary School and Porter Creek Secondary School? These seats are currently vacant with a term until May 1, 2022, so we are looking for a parent, grandparent or Citizen interested in being a representative for Ta’an students to sit on one or both of these School Councils.

Please contact Development Manager, Jessica Bryant, at 867-668-3613 ext. 408 or email developmentmanager@taan.ca for more information about this exciting opportunity.