Government of Yukon

Aboriginal

Aboriginal Language Service
The Aboriginal Language Service branch provides funding to Yukon First Nations for community-based language projects.

Aboriginal Law Group
The Aboriginal Law Group provides legal and policy advice to the Yukon Government respecting the negotiation and interpretation of Yukon First Nation Final Agreements, the rights of Aboriginal people, and other matters relating to Aboriginal law.

Community Justice
Community-based justice initiatives contribute to the protection of society and the health of communities and individuals. There are a number of community based justice programs offered in together with Yukon First Nations and Yukon communities.

First Nations Hunting and Fishing
First Nations people have a special relationship with fish and wildlife -- a relationship based on subsistence needs and values extending back thousands of years.

Land Claims
The secretariat has information on the Umbrella Final Agreement and individual Yukon First Nation Final and Self-Government Agreements and Implementation Plans.

Prevention of Violence Against Aboriginal Women
$100,000 yearly for programs and events designed and developed by Aboriginal women for their communities. Works to eliminate violence against Aboriginal women.

Yukon Native Language Centre
The Yukon Native Language Centre is a training and research facility which provides a range of lingustic and educational services to Yukon First Nations and to the general public. Find out more about Yukon language, culture and history.