Elders – Yukon

Elder Councils and Gathering Places

Elders and Youth Advisory Council

The Council's purpose is to advice the CYFN Leadership and Yukon First Nations people on all issues concerning First Nations, such as traditional knowledge, cultural and spiritual values.

Source: Council of Yukon First Nations

Kwanlin Dün Elders' Council

Provides an overview of the structure and powers of the Elder’s Council, whose role is to advise the Chief and Council on the many issues facing the Kwanlin Dün community.

Source: Kwanlin Dun First Nation

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Notable Elders

Allen, Bertha

This article features Bertha Allen, recipient a lifetime achievement award from the National Aboriginal Achievement Foundation and accomplished communicator who championed the rights of women in this country.

Source: Native Leaders of Canada

Charlie, Charlie Peter

This page features Charlie Peter Charlie, a band chief and fiddler who was admitted to the Order of Canada at the age of 69.

Source: Yukon Native Language Centre

John, Bessie

This page features a tribute to Bessie John, who was a well-known elder and grand matriarch of the Upper Tanana people.

Source: Yukon Native Language Centre

Josie, Edith

Edith Josie received the award for heritage and spirituality.

Source: New Nations Drum

Life Histories of Elders

This page documents the life of 24 Elders from the four Gwich'in communities who have been featured in two Gwich'in Elders Calendars.

Source: Gwich'in Social and Cultural Institute

Old Crow Elders

This page provides stories and a photo gallery featuring elders from Old Crow.

Source: Vuntut Gwitch'in

Tom, Gertie

This page features Gertie Tom, an Elder from Whitehorse, Yukon, who has made valuable contributions to native language teaching, translation and documentation.

Source: Yukon Native Language Centre

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Traditional Knowledge

Traditional Parenting Program

The purpose of this program is to contribute to the improvement of the health and quality of life for First Nations people by teaching parenting skills through the Elders' knowledge.

Source: Skookum Jim Friendship Centre

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