Sept.16, 2016
Whitehorse Chamber E-Bulletin “The Voice Of Business”
In This Week’s Edition for Sept.16, 2016..... 1. Business After Hours / Yukon First Nation Chamber Of Commerce - Meet The Candidates In The Upcoming Territorial Election 2. Duke And Duchess Of Cambridge’s Yukon Itinerary Unveiled 3. Canadian Chamber Of Commerce - Duty To Consult And Accomodate Process 4. Chambers Of Commerce Group Insurance Plan 5. Talking About Car-Share Co-ops 6. 2016 Education, Career and Volunteer Expo 7. First Annual Arctic Indigenous Investment Conference 8. City Of Whitehorse Update 9. Pathways To Wellness
Business After Hours Join us as we kick off the fall Business After Hours Season with Northerm!! Where: Northerm Windows and Doors, 1-17 Burns Road When: 5-7pm September 29th, 2016 Details to follow soon!
FOR RELEASE September 12, 2016
Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s Yukon itinerary unveiled WHITEHORSE—A mountain biking event featuring SingleTrack to Success youth, community festivals in Whitehorse and Carcross, as well as engagement with Yukon youth, artists and First Nations will be among the highlights during the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s visit to Yukon September 27 and 28. "We’re very excited to welcome Their Royal Highnesses to Yukon and to showcase the territory to the world," Premier Darrell Pasloski said. "Yukon’s exceptional hospitality will be on display, and Yukoners can expect to participate in a number of exciting community events." Yukoners and visitors are invited to attend a community festival in downtown Whitehorse on September 28. The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge will walk through the community festival, viewing displays, activities and performances that highlight Yukon youth talent. Local artists, food vendors and entertainment will be on hand to keep the festival going after the departure of Their Royal Highnesses. "I am delighted that the Duke and Duchess will be visiting Whitehorse on their return to Canada," Mayor Dan Curtis said. "City staff are proud to be supporting this historical event that I believe residents will be talking about for many years." The Carcross/Tagish First Nation will showcase local culture and traditions while highlighting innovative economic development initiatives led by the Carcross/Tagish Management Corporation through events at the Carcross Commons and Montana Mountain. A community celebration in Carcross for residents and visitors will follow Their Royal Highnesses' visit. The celebration will feature a First Nations artists'market and traditional food stands. "We are proud to honour our language, our culture, our traditions and our youth," Khà Shâde Héni Andy Carvill said. "The next generation is carrying on our traditions by looking after our heritage trails and creating an economic opportunity like our ancestors did. In 2001, Prince Charles visited our community and we are honoured to host a celebration 15 years later for the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge." Their Royal Highnesses will visit the MacBride Museum and meet members of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation. "Kwanlin Dün has a history of welcoming chiefs and peoples from many nations to its homeland along Chu Niikwan, also known as the Yukon River," Kwanlin Dün First Nation Chief Doris Bill said. "It is a pleasure for me to continue this long tradition and welcome the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge to the Traditional Territory of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation." Chief Doris Bill and Chief Kristina Kane will greet and welcome Their Royal Highnesses to the Click here for more details
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Seizing Six Opportunities for More Clarity in the Duty to Consult and Accommodate Process Today we released a report entitled, Seizing Six Opportunities for More Clarity in the Duty to Consult and Accommodate Process. The Crown has a constitutional duty to consult with and accommodate Indigenous peoples when proposed projects and developments could affect their constitutionally-protected rights. Governments often delegate the procedural aspects to industry, usually by incorporating consultation into the regulatory process. This is most often seen as a desirable and productive way to establish direct contact between industry and affected communities. However, businesses often experience confusion that causes uncertainty and delay for project proponents and Indigenous communities. This lack of clarity can lead not only to the delay or cancellation of private sector projects, but to companies abandoning them altogether. The opaque approach of the Crown to the execution of its duty to consult and accommodate is unacceptable, unfair and potentially harmful to all concerned: business, Indigenous peoples and the Crown itself. A clear, consistent framework, built within a respectful and productive relationship with Indigenous peoples, is necessary. Our report outlines six opportunities for the Crown to improve its duty to consult and accommodate process and improve relationships amongst businesses, Indigenous communities and government. Read Seizing Six Opportunities for More Clarity in the Duty to Consult and Accommodate Process.
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2016 Education, Career & Volunteer Expo Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre 1171-1st Avenue Thursday, October 27th 10:30 am to 4:00 pm Why You Should Register Your Business/ Organization: • Students, Job Seekers & Volunteers want to know more about your company and organization • Reduce your time, effort and recruitment costs • Promote your organization • Enjoy the networking opportunities & show you’re supporting hiring local! Costs and Essential Information: Early-bird Registration Fee of $100* (before Oct 2nd) includes the following: • • • •
One 6’ Table Two chairs Wireless internet access (limited bandwidth) Extensive marketing of your organization, including: radio, newspaper, promotional flyers, targeted emails, posters, social media and online. *There is a 50% discount to all current Volunteer Bénévoles Yukon members (Does not apply to universities, colleges, companies and government departments) ** After October 2nd registration is $150 for non-VBY members & $75 for VBY members. To Register or for more information please contact: • Educators: Jennifer Sugden, Yukon College Student Services, jsugden@yukoncollege.yk.ca, 867 456-8587 • Bruno Bourdache, Volunteer Bénévoles Yukon, executivedirector@volunteeryukon.ca, 867 456-4304 To register: 2016 Expo Registration Form- Exhibitors Sponsorship Opportunities: Contact Bruno Bourdache for more information Please send the registration form to Bruno Bourdache, Volunteer Bénévoles Yukon, by email to executivedirector@volunteeryukon.ca or by fax: 867 456-4302 Volunteer Bénévoles Yukon, Yukon College, YuWIN and Association franco-yukonnaise are partnering to organize the Education, Career and Volunteer Expo.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - September 1, 2016 Yukon – YUKON FIRST NATION CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNOUNCES FIRST ANNUAL ARCTIC INDIGENOUS INVESTMENT CONFERENCE The Yukon First Nation Chamber of Commerce (YFNCC) is pleased to announce the inaugural 2017 Arctic Indigenous Investment Conference (AIIC 2017) from February 13th – 15th in Whitehorse, Yukon. This conference will highlight and promote First Nation Development Corporations and Aboriginal Businesses in all sectors of the northern economy. The conference will create prosperity by forging new relationships, advancing partnerships, and engaging new contacts across the Arctic including: Yukon, NWT, Nunavut, Northern BC & Alberta, Labrador North, and Alaska. “This conference is an excellent opportunity for YFNCC to showcase the innovation that exists across the north, to the rest of Canada, and to develop and advance important strategic connections for the future”, says YFNCC President Lynn Hutton. “This conference will be a first for Yukon; a First Nation multi-sector investment oriented conference, developed in partnership with the Development Corporations themselves. It will provide delegates with the opportunity to learn about First Nations businesses across the Arctic, hear innovative ideas and create new strategic connections to support future endeavors. We hope to hold a kickoff event for the conference in October with a very exciting keynote, so stay tuned!” Over the three-day conference, hosted at the Kwanlin Dün Cultural centre and the Coast High Country Inn and Convention Centre, delegates will have the opportunity to engage in strategic one-on-one meetings, exhibit at or visit the AIIC Trade Show & First Nation Artisan Market, and listen to keynotes and panel discussion on a number of topics, such as tourism and culture, technology and innovation, finance and investment, youth & entrepreneurs, and natural resources. The conference will also host an Awards Banquet and Ceremony as well as a number of networking and special events. “On behalf of the YFNCC Board of Directors, I would like to extend our thanks to our Yukon Development Corporation partners, and our title sponsor, Goldcorp, for their enthusiasm and commitment to supporting the development of this conference,” stated Ms. Hutton. Register today at our offices or by online registration launching in October 2016. Conference keynotes and other special events will be announced periodically throughout the fall. For more information about the conference or to become a valued sponsor and exhibitor, please contact: Lynn Hutton President Yukon First Nation Chamber of Commerce P: 867-667-7917 E: lynn@yfncc.ca
Anne Lewis Project Manager, AIIC 2017 Vaxandi Group P: 867-335-1452 E: anne@vaxandi.ca Twitter: #AIIC2017
September 16, 2016
Advisory Committee Volunteer Opportunities Are you able to contribute your time to some important work? We are seeking applications from Whitehorse residents interested in Disability, Racism and Discrimination issues, as well as Trails, before September 22. Visit whitehorse.ca/ volunteer
City Council Meeting The next Standing Committee Meeting is September 19, 5:30pm in City Hall Council Chambers. View whitehorse.ca/agendas for Council and whitehorse.ca/CASM for CASM meetings.
Hillcrest Improvement Meetings September 19 to 21 Three public meetings have been scheduled to discuss Draft 2 of the pre-design and next steps. Property owners and residents are invited to attend. Full details at whitehorse.ca/liprojects
Grey Mountain Cemetery Ornament Cleanup As part of annual maintenance prior to winter, our crews will be cleaning up all plot ornaments at Grey Mountain Cemetery starting September 19. See more at whitehorse.ca/cemetery
Join Yukon Rideshare Save time (and money) on your daily commute! Carpooling just once a week could save you up to 20% on your driving costs. You’ll be automatically entered to win a Starbucks or iTunes gift card upon registration at YukonRideshare.com
Career Opportunities Online Effective September 21, we will be using an e-recruitment system for all job applications. Visit whitehorse.ca/careers
Royal Visit September 27 & 28 There will be road closures and limited parking during this historic event. Use of City Transit, carpooling and active transportation options such as walking or cycling is strongly encouraged. To learn more about the Royal Visit events and itinerary, including opportunities to see the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, go to gov.yk.ca/royalvisit2016.html
Environmental Grant Deadline
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Got an idea to make a more sustainable community? Apply for an environmental grant before October 17. Get more information at whitehorse.ca/envirogrant
Pathways to Wellness e-Tips conversation • connection • commitment
Focus on what's strong, not what's wrong It seems we are wired for the nega1ve. Human beings all-too-o9en focus on weaknesses and areas for improvement* rather than areas of strength. Science however is urging us to shi9 our focus from what’s wrong, to what’s strong. Enter Character Strengths, developed by psychologists Christopher Peterson and Mar1n Seligman. Not to be confused with talent or skills, character strengths are who we are at the core. They are authen1c, energizing, and lead to our best performance in all areas of life.
Contact Info: Contact us at www.yukonwellness.ca/ contactus.php
Our Location 201 - #1 Hospital Road, Whitehorse, Yukon
When we have a meaningful understanding of our strengths, and align them with our life’s work and passions, then we ul1mately have more meaningful, successful and happy lives.
Mail: Pathways to Wellness, H-1 Health and Social Services Yukon Government Box 2703, Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 2C6
Using our strengths are said to come as naturally as breathing, and yet most of us aren’t even aware of what our strengths are. Here's where to find out:
E-mail: yukonwellness@gov.yk.ca Jan: 867-667-3674
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Take the full 'VIA Survey of Character Strengths here. You'll need to register first, and choose the long version of the survey for more accurate results Watch the Science of Character for more background on character strengths