CAFN Property Management is seeking bidders for the complete exterior retrofit, and for the complete interior renovation, of a 3-bedroom rental home at #18 Takhini River Subdivision.

The interior renovation, and the exterior retrofit, are two separate contracts, to allow those who are specialized in each area to submit bids.

For the complete Tender Package, contact CAFN's Housing Maintenance Coordinator, Ivan Sundby (cc'd, plus contact info on the posters).

The Closing Date for receiving bids is at 3:00, Monday, August 24, 2026.

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EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
The Champagne and Aishihik First Nations Election Board is
seeking interest from individuals for the position of
CHIEF RETURNING OFFICER (CRO)
Deadline for submissions is 12:00 PM (Noon), August 5, 2026
CRO Job Duties:
• Manage the process for the election
• Enforce fairness, impartiality and compliance with the CAFN Election Rules and Regulations
• Confirm the nominations of the candidates
• Oversee the day to day administration and supervision of the election in a fair and impartial manner
• Be available to Citizens to answer any questions or respond to concerns
• Supervise and provide instruction to other election officials as required
• Prepare and distribute all forms, ballots and other election materials
• Conduct the election using electronic voting
• Announce the official results of the election
• Prepare a report containing statistical data and recommendations after the election
• Administrative support for the Election Board
• Fulfill other responsibilities as required in the CAFN Election Rules and Regulations, as directed by the Election Board.
Essential Skills:
• Computer skills; comfortable running an electronic voting program
• Strong organizational, communication and facilitation skills
Please indicate in your resume any experience with managing elections.

All inquiries and submissions may be sent by email or mailed to:
Champagne and Aishihik Election Board
Attention: Lisa Pauls, Chair
PO Box 5360, Haines Junction YT, Y0B 1L0
Email: [email protected]
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SPOTLIGHT 4 – GROWING THE NEXT GENERATION OF LEADERS

To round out this series of Spotlight posts highlighting the work of Chief and Council to move priorities ahead on behalf of Citizens, we are sharing a set of posts around strategic areas of focus.

Building the Next Generation of CAFN Leaders: Over the summer, through a new program CAFN is investing in building the next generation of leaders through the new Youth Leadership Academy Program (YLAP) in Dakwäkäda. Young CAFN Citizens are spending the summer learning from Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and instructors while earning a training allowance and gaining practical skills they can use in work, school, and community life.

YLAP focused on personal wellness, culture, governance, and community prosperity, and included on the land learning at Pine Lake and Mush Lake. This program is part of Council’s broader strategic work to grow internal capacity, support youth leadership, and ensure that future decision makers are grounded in CAFN law, culture, and self government.

Council also applauds the CAFN youth who were part of the Łä̀ch’i Kų̀ Indigenous Tourism Collective team that won an Arctic Inspiration Prize this year. Their achievement highlights the talent, creativity, and determination of CAFN youth, and shows what is possible when young people are supported to lead.

In addition, CAFN has been working on a new Education Strategy that will guide how the Nation supports Citizens across the full learning journey—from early years through adult education and training. This strategy is intended to connect education more deeply with CAFN culture, language, governance, and economic priorities, and to create clearer pathways for youth and adults to step into future roles in the Nation.

Together, YLAP, the success of our Arctic Inspiration Prize youth, and the creation of an Education Strategy show how Council is investing in the leaders of today and tomorrow, so that CAFN’s future continues to be shaped by strong, confident, well supported Citizens.

Photo: Celebrating Arctic Inspiration Prize win for the Łä̀ch’i Kų̀ Indigenous Tourism Collective project brought forward by a CAFN youth team. Chief Joe was proud to nominate the CAFN youth team and to support their leadership in building culture based opportunities for the future. ... See MoreSee Less

If you need support with your Jordan's Principle application, Brittney and Lisa will be available in Dakwäkäda and Takhini on these dates. ... See MoreSee Less

Champagne and Aishihik First Nations is holding a camp from Aug. 30 - Sept. 4 for girls partaking in their first hunt.

The camp will be located at 29 Mile Aishihik Road.

There will only be space for 10 participants. Register with Jocelyn Kinney at [email protected] or Margaret Chiblow at [email protected]

For more details, see the poster below. ... See MoreSee Less

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SPOTLIGHT 3 – INVESTING IN CITIZENS’ HEALTH AND WELLBEING

To round out this series of Spotlight posts highlighting the work of Chief and Council to move priorities ahead on behalf of Citizens, we are sharing a set of posts around strategic areas of focus.

Spotlight: Supporting Citizens’ Health and Wellbeing: This year, Chief and Council have taken important steps to better support the health and wellbeing of CAFN Citizens at both the community and systems levels. One major change has been the update to the Community Health and Wellbeing Grant, which doubled the maximum amount per Citizen from $500 to $1,000 and removed many of the old restrictions so the fund can better reflect Dan k’e and real life needs.

Alongside this, CAFN has been working on a broader Health and Wellbeing Strategy to guide future decisions and investments in programs, services, and infrastructure that support mental, emotional, spiritual, and physical health.

On the regional and national stage, Chief Barbara Joe has been active in Ottawa, working with federal Ministers to build support for and secure funding towards a new Community Wellness Hub for CAFN. She has also continued to advocate strongly for the proposed new Yukon Health Authority, recognizing the opportunity it presents to improve health services and outcomes for Yukon First Nations.

Chief Joe’s leadership on the Chiefs Committee on Health, alongside other Yukon First Nations Chiefs, has been an important part of this work. Through that table, she has helped ensure CAFN perspectives are front and centre in discussions about how health systems are designed, funded, and governed across the territory.

Taken together, these actions show Council’s commitment to investing in Citizens’ wellbeing, strengthening community based supports, and pushing for system wide changes that will benefit CAFN now and in the years to come.

Photo: CAFN Chief Barbara Joe addresses the audience at the launch of the Yukon Cancer Strategy—one of many initiatives she has supported through the Chiefs Committee on Health and her advocacy for the proposed Yukon Health Authority, all aimed at improving health outcomes for Yukon First Nations and CAFN Citizens. ... See MoreSee Less

Dear Citizens,

In the spirit of Dän K’e, Property Services would like to share that our Elders Josephine Boyle and Mary Jane Smith are offering smudging ceremonies in homes upon request.

If you feel ready to welcome this healing practice, please reach out to them directly:

Josephine: (867) 634‑5289
Mary Jane: (867) 334‑1008 ... See MoreSee Less

Champagne and Aishihik First Nations is hiring an assets manager in Property Services. See the posting here: cafn.ca/job-posting/assets-manager/ ... See MoreSee Less