Yellowknives Dene First Nation

Author uses traditional stories of Yamozha to talk about the relationship that the Tłįchǫ (Tlicho) have historically had and are rebuilding with the land; draws on teachings of Elders to discuss the importance of language, sacred place names, and people “living in spirit with the environment, with the animals.” Video of conference presentation: Trails of our Ancestors Duration: 47:22

File contains a presentation on behalf of the Yellowknives Dene Band Council by Chief Jonas Sangris and Chief Darrell Beaulieu, as well as a closing prayer which concludes the days sitting of the Commission. The two Chiefs welcome the Commission to the community and then discuss health and social issues, job training, community development, education, culture and languages. Following the presentation is a discussion between the Chiefs and assembled Commissioners on some of the issues raised, followed by the adjournment of the days proceedings and a closing prayer.

Looks at the winner, Leela Gilday, of the Aboriginal recording of the year awarded at the 2007 Juno Awards in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. Article located on pages 1-2 and by scrolling to pages 12-13.

Brief profile of Yellowknives Dene leader Darrell Beaulieu, chief executive officer of Deton'Cho Corporation, who received the 2000 Council for the Advancement of Native Development Officers (CANDO) award.

Entire issue on one pdf. To access article scroll to p.37.