August 29, 2024
Historic signing of Letter of Agreement on Education Co-governance in Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Traditional Territory
This is a joint news release between the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Government and the Government of Yukon.
The Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Government and the Government of Yukon are proud to announce a historic milestone in the journey towards a more inclusive and representative education system. On Friday, August 30, 2024, Hähkè Darren Taylor and Minister Jeanie McLean will sign a Letter of Agreement on Education.
This agreement continues a shared commitment to co-governance of education within the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Traditional Territory. It represents a formal partnership between the Government of Yukon and Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Government, focusing on building a stronger, more inclusive education system that reflects the unique values and culture of the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in people.
The event will take place at Robert Service School from 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm. It is open to the public.
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This Letter of Agreement is a significant step toward building an education system that truly reflects and respects the culture, language, and values of the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in people. This partnership embodies our government’s shared commitment to supporting all students in the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Traditional Territory. I look forward to this new chapter of collaboration.
– Minister of Education Jeanie McLean
There is nothing more important to self-determination than the education of our people. We look forward to co-governing lifelong and integrated education in partnership with the Government of Yukon for the benefit of everyone living on Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Traditional Territory. Our past leaders dreamed of a Yukon based on the principles of “Together Today for Our Children Tomorrow” and the signing of this Letter of Agreement is another step forward in realizing that vision.
– Hähkè Darren Taylor Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in
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Media contact
Laura Seeley
Cabinet Communications
867-332-7627
laura.seeley@yukon.ca
Sophie Best
Communications, Education
867-332-6225
Sophie.Best@yukon.ca
Elaine Corden
Director of Communications and Policy
Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Government
604-345-2140
Copy of Release: News Release Letter of Agreement on Education in Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Traditional Territory.
