Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation

09/25/2026

09/21/2026

A big congratulations to Dakota Foster and Dennis Frost!

Thanks to everyone who took the time to complete the Harvest Survey. Your participation helps VGFN better understand and support harvesting in our community.

Haii’ choo!

09/21/2026

VGFN Citizens are encouraged to share their comments on the proposed Rusty Springs Quartz Exploration Project.

Blackcomb Silver Corp. is proposing a 10-year exploration project within the Traditional Territories of the Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation and Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in.

Submit your comments through the YESAB Registry:
https://yesabregistry.ca/projects/9077dbc6-06f0-4c5c-b473-1237c8b039d3/comments

Comments can also be emailed to [email protected]. A laptop is available at the VGFN Natural Resources Office during regular business hours for anyone who needs assistance submitting comments.

The deadline to comment is October 8, 2026.

09/16/2026

The official results of the 2026 Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation General Election have been declared.

Congratulations to the elected Chief and Councillors:

Chief:
- Lance Nagwan

Councillors:
- Lisa Van Fleet
- Ciara Kakwí-Frost
- Brandon Kyikavichik
- Ryan Newman-Kay

Haii’ choo to everyone who put their name forward and to all Citizens who participated in the election. Please see the official results below.

09/15/2026

The draw is happening this Friday, September 18!

If you haven’t completed your 2025–26 VGFN Harvest Survey yet, submit it before the draw for your chance to win a Husqvarna chainsaw.

If you’ve already completed your survey, you’re already entered and no further action is needed.

Questions? Contact Katherine Peter at [email protected].