Betty Lucas is a fierce, independent Na-Cho Nyak Dun Elder armed with generations of knowledge passed down to her.

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Mapping the Way celebrates and raises awareness about the Yukon's modern treaties – the Final and Self-Government Agreements. Read stories on the negotiation and implementation of the Agreements and the people and events that helped map the way to a new governance landscape for all Yukoners.
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Yukon First Nations Take Ownership of Northern Connectivity
In 2022, 13 Yukon First Nations development corporations came together to purchase in-community internet infrastructure. This is the first time a majority of the First Nations in one region got together to buy Teleco assets.
A sign with an address on it in front of a playground
Housing solutions that are more than a roof – they're a home, a community and a place for growth
In 2014, Ta'an Kwäch'än Council faced a pressing need for their Citizens and the community at large. It was decided that the development corporation would take action. The DDDC would develop a housing model for the community that would provide housing solutions for Ta'an Kwäch'än Council Citizens as well as serve the greater need for affordable housing.
Overhead photo of Berry Creek showing small islands of land in the water with cloud reflecting off the surface of the water
Ch’ihilii Chìk Habitat Protection Area
In Northern Yukon, the Ch’ihilii Chìk Habitat Protection Area is a wetland complex that lies approximately 115 kilometres southeast of the community of Old Crow and is located in Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation’s Traditional Territory.
A bridge is against the horizon with trees in the background. It is in the middle of the image with the sky above and water of the Tagish River below.
Taagísh Tóo’e’/Taagísh Héeni (Tagish River) Habitat Protection Area
The Tagish People have for millennia called the area of Taagísh Tóo’e/Taagísh Héeni (Tagish River) home. The Coastal Tlingit would visit and gather in this place and held important economic relationships with the Tagish People.
Snow capped mountains against a blue sky with clouds
Asi Keyi Natural Environment Park
Asi Keyi Natural Environment Park is homeland of the Kluane First Nation and the White River First Nation Peoples. Today, this homeland remains an important place for both Kluane First Nation and White River First Nation Citizens.
Archival black and white photo of buildings on a grassy area with a hilly mountain behind them.
Zheh Gwatsàl (LaPierre House) and Gindèhchik (Rampart House) Historic Sites
The historic sites of Gindèhchik (Rampart House) and Zheh Gwatsàl (LaPierre House), are an important part of Gwich’in culture and history and are recognized in the Vuntut Gwitchin Final Agreement.
A horizon shot with water in the foreground, sky above, and mountainous land in the middle.
Ch’ëdä Dëk (Forty Mile, Fort Constantine and Fort Cudahy) Historic Site
Generations of Hän people have camped here at the mouth of the Fortymile River to harvest the Fortymile caribou herd and fish for grayling in the area.
A river in a valley with birds eye view of a town on the left side
Tr’ochëk National Historic Site
Visit the Tr’ochëk National Historic Site, a vibrant Hän fish camp located at the confluence of the Klondike and Yukon rivers and learn about the key role it played in the survival of the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in People. This is a designated Heritage Site under the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Final Agreement.
Wetland with mountains in the background
Tsâwnjik Chu (Nordenskiold) Habitat Protection Area
Along the Nordenskiold River, south of Carmacks and west of the Klondike Highway, lies the Tsâwnjik Chu (Nordenskiold) Habitat Protection Area. Tsâwnjik Chu has been home to river, wetland, and wildlife, including beaver, marten, muskrat, wolf, wolverine, red fox, coyote, mink and weasel. This 77.4-square kilometres area is protected today thanks to the Little Salmon/Carmacks First Nation’s Final Agreement.