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Witness the creative process of over 50 artists as they demonstrate their art and craft skills. The demonstrations offer great opportunities to engage in informal conversation with the artists.

Presentations, campfire stories, and hands on learning opportunities.

867.667.7698 info@adakafestival.ca

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Featuring an astounding collection of fine art and craft from 60+ Northern artists.

Our mainstage program features something for everyone! From traditional dance and drumming to fiddle reels, old time country, and fashion. Both ticketed and free events offered.

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NEW NORTH COLLECTIVE Featuring new work by northern songwriters, the New North Collective explores their idea of north—from the land to the people; from the traditional to the contemporary. The expansive imagery of northern Canada comes to light in songs co-written by a diverse group of songwriters and performed by a six piece ensemble. The collective showcases artists from all three territories including Diyet (vocalist/songwriter/ artistic vision), Graeme Peters (pianist/songwriter), Bob Hamilton (multi-instrumentalist), and Robert Van Lieshout (percussion) from the Yukon; and Pat Braden (spoken word/bassist) and Digawolf (guitarist/songwriter) from the NWT. The throat singing of Syliva Cloutier from Nunavut/Nunavik will also be featured on some songs.

VISUAL ARTS WORKSHOPSTry your hand at carving, stained glass, cartooning, or drumstick making.SEE WORKSHOP SCHEDULE ON PAGES 4-5 FOR DETAILS!

The Youth Empowerment Program encourages healthy hobbies, artistic exploration, and skill development. Open to youth ages 12-18. All workshops are free.

FILM MAKING BOOTCAMPThis 2-day, hands on workshop will provide 16 future film makers with an opportunity to learn the basics of production development, camera work, lighting and editing. Participants will make short, documentary style films, which will be screened on TUESDAY, JUNE 30 at 1:30 pm.

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STORIES FROM THE KITCHEN TABLE First Nations, Inuit, and Metis cultures have long passed on knowledge from generation to generation through oral traditions, including storytelling. Stories are frequently told as evening family entertainment to pass along local or family knowledge.

Stories from the Kitchen Table will build on this idea in an intimate presentation of storytelling "in the round". Featuring Sharon Shorty (YT), Mida Donnessey (YT), Selena Pye (YT), Daniel Tlen (YT), Pat Braden (NWT), and Clarissa Rizal (AK).

Admission by donation.

Message from the Government of Yukon

The Yukon government is very proud to sponsor the Adäka Cultural Festival on its 5th anniversary.

Congratulations and thank you to the festival organizers, to the Yukon First Nations Culture and Tourism Associa-tion, to the many dedicated volunteers and to all the exceptional visual and performing artists. Together you create a world-class celebration of Yukon First Nations art and culture.

Sincerely

Darrell Pasloski Premier

Message from the Canada Council for the Arts

Aboriginal art in Canada has indeed “come into the light.” Its excellence is appreciated across the country and abroad.

The Canada Council for the Arts is proud to support the Adäka Cultural Festival. This annual celebration gives artists and the public alike opportunities to experience and be inspired by the Yukon’s diverse and distinct First Nations arts and culture.

Best wishes for another successful edition.

Simon Brault, o.c., o.q. Director & CEO

Welcome from the Ta’an Kwäch’än First Nation

On behalf of the Ta’an Kwäch’än Council, it is my honour to welcome you to our traditional territory which we share with the Kwanlin Dün First Nation.

The Adäka Festival offers visitors from around the world an opportunity to learn about and enjoy our unique cultural heritage.

We truly hope you enjoy all the wonderful performances and traditional arts and crafts and that you are inspired to participate in some of the workshops offered by our most amazing teachers.

Chief Kristina Kane and Council

Message from the Ryan Leef, Member of Parliament for Yukon

Celebrating its fifth year, the Adäka Cultural Festival offers visitors a glimpse into the richness and diversity of Yukon First Nations art, history and culture.

The Government of Canada is proud to support the festival, which provides a showcase for talented Northern artists, vendors and local businesses.

Congratulations!

Ryan Leef Member of Parliament for Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of the Environment, Minister of the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency and Min-ister for the Arctic Council.

Message de Ryan Leef, député du Yukon

Le Festival culturel Adäka, qui célèbre sa cinquième édition, fait découvrir aux visiteurs la richesse et la diversité de l’art, de l’histoire et de la culture des Premières Nations du Yukon.

Le gouvernement du Canada est fier d’appuyer ce festival, qui fait briller les talentueux artistes du Nord, les vendeurs et les entreprises locales.

Félicitations!

Ryan Leef député du Yukon, au nom de l’honorable Leona Aglukkaq, ministre de l’Environnement, ministre de l’Agence canadienne de développement économique du Nord, et ministre du Conseil de l’Arctique.

Welcome from the Council of Yukon First Nations

On behalf of the CYFN, I welcome all visitors to the 5th Annual Adaka Festival. You will experience the artistic displays of many talented aboriginal people from across the North.

Enjoy!!

Grand Chief Ruth Massie

The Kwanlin Dün First Nation welcomes you to our traditional territory.

We support Adäkä’s commitment to share and revitalize our culture. This annual event inspires pride and promotes understanding among people and nations.

On behalf of the Kwanlin Dün leadership, community and staff, we wish volunteers, performers and organisers a successful 2015 festival.

Shäw níthän,

Chief Doris Bill Kwanlin Dün First Nation

Message from the Minister of Canadian Heritage and Official Languages

On the road to the 150th anniversary of Confederation in 2017, let’s celebrate what makes Canada strong, proud and free— including our vibrant arts and culture and our rich Aboriginal heritage.

On behalf of Prime Minister Stephen Harper and the Government of Canada, I thank everyone who brought this year’s Adäka Cultural Festival to life.

The Honourable Shelly Glover

Message from the Mayor of the City of Whitehorse

Congratulations on the 5th Anniversary of the Adäka Cultural Festival! I love this opportunity to experience Yukon First Nations culture and traditions at the Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre on the Whitehorse waterfront. On behalf of the City of Whitehorse, I thank the festival organizers and the artists and performers for sharing this inspiring and exciting event with our community.

Mayor Dan Curtis and Council

Carrying Forward Our Traditions SHAUIT Originally from the native community of Maliotenam in Northern Quebec, Shauit is a singer-songwriter and composer who sings in French, English and his native Innu language. Shauit delivers a mature, honest and committed form of dancehall reggae with songs that speak of love, hope, respect, peace and the environment.

THIS IS SURE TO BE AN UPBEAT SHOW THAT WILL HAVE YOU DANCING!

LEELA GILDAY A passionate, award-winning Dene singer/songwriter, Leela Gilday has a voice that comes straight from the heart. Whether it's an anthem for the oppressed, or an upbeat song about mortality, Leela infuses her songs with a sense of humour as well as a sense of social justice.

KEVIN & JONA BARR This father and son duo are homegrown troubadour favorites! Kevin is most widely known for his role in the Undertakin' Daddies, while Jona is making a name for himself across the country under the pseudonym Old Cabin. Come enjoy a taste of both artists' unique styles.

AFTER THE RESOUNDING SUCCESS OF THE FIRST FASHION SHOW IN 2013, WE’RE DOING IT AGAIN!

This fusion of traditional and contemporary northern fashions showcases both community and professionally trained designers and will feature a special sealskin collection from Nunavut. Performances by Andrameda Hunter, Nyla Carpentier, and special guests.

Guaranteed to be a fabulous evening! Tickets $20, Elders & Youth $10 www.yukontickets.com

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DÀ ZE TSÀN Fashion Show

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An extraordinary collaboration among 16 Indigenous artists working with beading, quills, tufting, fur, and other techniques to create pieces that explore contemporary themes while drawing upon traditional ideas and methods. The project will include artists from Canada (Yukon, Northwest Territories, Alberta, British Columbia) and the United States (Wisconsin, California, Alaska). The gathering will take place throughout the week of the Festival and will include engagement opportunities for the public and participating artists.

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10:00 am Advanced Stained Glass (Sat.–Thurs.) $325 with Amy Tessaro

11:00 am Birch Bark Basketry $100 -4:00 pm with Karen Cumberland

11:00 am Northwest Coast Back Scratchers $125 -3:00 pm with Wayne Carlick

11:00 am YOUTH Carving Paddle FREE -4:00 pm with Northern Cultural Expressions Society

NOON Powwow 101 FREE -1:30 pm with Nyla Carpentier

1:00 pm Painting a Raven in Acrylic (Sat.–Mon.) $110 -4:00 pm with Jean Taylor

3:00 pm Bannock Making $20 -4:30 pm with Teresa Ward

10:00 am Utility Caping Knife $120 -4:00 pm with George Roberts

11:00 am Collage $50 -4:00 pm with Corrine Hunt

11:00 am Wooden Spoons (Sun.–Mon.) $80 -4:00 pm with Dean Heron & Stan Bevan

1:00 pm Medicine Bag $45 -4:00 pm with Shirley Bien

1:00 pm Quillwork on Bark Ornament $40 -4:00 pm with Karen Cumberland

2:00 pm Beginner Stained Glass $35 -5:00 pm with Amy Tessaro

11:00 am Mini Cedar Hat $50 -2:00 pm with Debra Michel

11:00 am Intermediate to Stained Glass $80 -5:00 pm with Amy Tessaro

1:00 pm Seal Skin Ornament $40 -4:00 pm with Lena White

1:00 pm Fun with Ovoids $30 -4:00 pm with Corrine Hunt

2:00 pm Beaded Headband $50 -5:00 pm with Heather Dickson

10:00 am Northwest Coast Designs $50 -3:00 pm with Dempsey Bob

10:00 am Fish Filleting Knife $120 -4:00 pm with George Roberts

10:00 am Introduction to Water-Colour $80 -4:00 pm with Arlene Ness

11:00 am Northwest Coast Silver Pendant $150 -3:00 pm with Richard Baker

1:00 pm Fish Scale Magnet $40 -4:00 pm with Amy Willier

2:00 pm YOUTH Drumstick Making FREE -4:00 pm Jaden Anderson

4:30 pm Drummaking (Tues.–Wed.) $235 -9:00 pm with Joe Migwans

11:00 am Baby Booties $80 -2:00 pm with Karen Nicloux

11:00 am Beaded Sun Catcher $80 -4:00 pm with Dolores Scheffen

11:00 am YOUTH Carving Paddle FREE -4:00 pm with Northern Cultural Expressions Society

1:00 pm Mini Mukluk Ornament $55 -5:00 pm with Lena White

1:00 pm Sample Quillwork on Hide $60 -4:00 pm with Yvonne Jobin

2:00 pm Métis Dancing Workshop FREE -3:30 pm with Lisa Shepherd

2:00 pm Fish Scale Art $55 -4:00 pm with Dawna Hope

2:00 pm YOUTH Stained Glass Mosaic FREE -4:00 pm with Tony Tessaro

10:30 am Fur Teddybears $160 -5:00 pm with Sarah McHugh

11:00 am Fun with Ovoids $30 -2:00 pm with Corrine Hunt

11:00 am Introduction to Soapstone Carving $80 -4:00 pm with John Sabourin

1:00 pm YOUTH Cartooning for Children FREE -4:00 pm with Blair Thorson

1:00 pm Beaded Lapel Pin & Hair Fascinator $60 -4:00 pm with Lisa Shepherd

1:00 pm Quillwork on Bark Ornament $40 -4:00 pm with Karen Cumberland

1:00 pm Beaded Earrings $35 -5:00 pm with Mary Caesar

2 HOUR Vector Art Cards $50 with Jonathan Wurtak

2 HOUR Sample Beading $50 with Mary Decker

TRY YOUR HAND AT MANY FORMS OF TRADITIONAL ART AND CRAFT. SIGN UP FOR A PUBLIC WORKSHOP!

Register for workshops onsite at the Festival Information Booth. For advanced registration call the Festival office at 867.667.7698.

MAINSTAGE 5:00 pm Gallery & Exhibition Opening 6:00 pm Welcome Ceremony & Reception

featuring Daghaalhaan K'e and Dakhkà Khwaàn Dancers

7:30 pm Vision Quest8:00 pm SHAUIT French/Innu reggae

CULTURAL PRESENTATIONS11:00 am Ax toowú át wudikeen, My Spirit Soars

with K’èdukà Jack & S.ímla.xw Michele Johnson Learn about a youth driven project that strives to create new Tlingit speakers in a generation searching for their language.

NOON Powwow Dancing 101 with Nyla Carpentier

2:00 pm A Debt of Gratitude: Honouring the origins of medicines from Indigenous communities with Chris Kavelin This presentation will share stories of discovering how the worlds most important modern medicines arose in the genius of Indigenous cultural wisdom.

4:00 pm Campfire Stories-Return of the Hän Songs

MAINSTAGENOON Starr Drynock12:20 pm Hän Singers12:45 pm Tanacross Dancers1:10 pm Gwitch'in Dancers

with Ben Charlie & Richard Nerysoo1:30 pm Daniel Tlen1:55 pm Tahltan Scared Headwaters2:15 pm Sally Lutchman2:45 pm Common Knowledge3:10 pm Jerry Alfred & Shun Dun3:30 pm Nyla Carpentier3:55 pm SHAUIT

LEELA GILDAY, KEVIN & JONA BARRTickets $20, Elders & Youth $10 www.yukontickets.com7:00 pm Kevin & Jona Barr

Troubador homegrown favorites8:00 pm Leela Gilday

Powerful, award winning Dene singer/songwriter

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CULTURAL PRESENTATIONS1:00 pm Beadwork as Resurgence: Looking at

the everyday acts of resurgence visible in our beadwork, in the past and today with Shelby Blackjack

1:00 pm Drum Voices by Lindsay Dobbin – 5:00 pm A sound piece that transports the drum

to a place before time.2:00 pm Caribou Hide Scraping Demonstration

with Angela Code3:00 pm A Weaving Journey with Charlene Baker4:00 pm Campfire Stories with Mary Decker

MAINSTAGEGOSPEL SONGS & ELDER’S TEA11:00 am with Mary Decker & Terry Molnar

A relaxing Sunday morning of gospel music and goodies in honour of our Elders.

Presented by:

SHARING OUR SPIRIT COMMUNITY BBQNOON Join us for lunch!

Icy Waters Arctic Charr burgers, hamburgers, hotdogs, and salads. Donations welcome.

1:30 pm Daghaalhaan K’e (Amongst Our Relations)1:50 pm Dakhká Khwáan Juniors2:15 pm Tanacross Dancers2:35 pm Rising Sun Singers3:00 pm Dakwäkäda Dancers3:20 pm Starr Drynock3:45 pm Mark Rutledge & Ian Angus 4:05 pm Selkirk Spirit Dancers4:30 pm Dki’ee Annk’aasu Y’atx’I 4:55 pm Leonard Boniface & Sassi Traoré5:15 pm Dakhká Khwáan Dancers

SHARING OUR SPIRIT COMMUNITY DRUMMING CIRCLE6:00 pm Bring your drum and join us to celebrate

all cultures through the power of drumming. All welcome!

FIRST EYES SCREENING 8:00 pm Curated by Michelle Latimer

“ Bold statement films that reflect upon society and the role First Peoples’ have played in its evolution.” — Michelle Latimer

Indigo, Amanda Strong, BC, 9m, Animation Bhittos (Rebel), Elle-Máijá Tailfeathers,

Can/Nor, 14m, Documentary A Common Experience, Shane Belcourt,

ON, 11m, Drama Snare, Lisa Jackson, BC, 3.5m, Performance Roberta, Caroline Monnet, QC, 9m, Drama Aviliaq, Alethea Amaquq-Baril, NU, 15m, Drama Vessel, Terril Calder, ON, 1m, Animation The Underground, Michelle Latimer,

Ontario, 9m, Drama Wakening, Danis Goulet, ON, 9m, Drama

CULTURAL PRESENTATIONS & FILM SCREENINGS11:30 am Father Mouchet Slideshow & Talk

presented by Yukon Archives NOON Fitness & the Father

Allan Code, YT, 2002, 48min, Documentary Father Mouchet, unconventional priest, veteran of the Resistance, and Yukoner, found a way to tap into the tradition of physiology as the key to self-esteem. This film is about that connection and what it means for our Northern communities today.

Talk Back to follow screening with Shirlee Frost and Glenna Tetlichi Frost reflecting upon their experience taking part in Father Mouchet’s ski club.

1:15 pm Es Kime Ani Gordon Loverin, BC, 2014, 30min, Documentary A short film about a ceremony in Telegraph Creek, BC in 2013 to welcome home the survivors of residential schools. Produced for the Tahltan Band Council. Talk Back with the coordinator of the Welcome Home ceremony, Jeanie Dendys and filmmaker Gord Loverin to follow.

2:00 pm The History of Yukon First Nations Art with Ukjese Van Kampen

3:00 pm Caribou Management in a Time of Uncertainty with Joe Tetlichi When caribou numbers are comfortably high, harvesters can hunt as usual. When population is questionably and predictably low, hunters have to make short term sacrifices for long term gain for the sake of future generations that rely on the Porcupine Caribou Herd.

4:00 pm Campfire Stories with Jack Van Den Bogaard

MAINSTAGE STORIES FROM THE KITCHEN TABLE 7:00 pm An intimate presentation of storytelling

“in the round”. featuring Sharon Shorty, Mida Donnessey, Selena Pye, Daniel Tlen (YT), Clarissa Rizal (AK), and Pat Braden (NWT). Admission by donation.

Presented by:

CULTURAL PRESENTATIONS & FILM SCREENINGS10:30 am George Johnston Photo Collection

presented by Yukon Archives 11:00 am Picturing a People, George Johnston

Tlingit Photographer Carol Geddes, YT, 1997, 50 min, Documentary An arresting landmark in Yukon filmmaking, Geddes’ documentary focuses on the Tlingit man— hunter, trapper, entrepreneur and photographer—who documented life in Teslin before and after the construction of the Alaska Highway in 1942.

12:15 pm Anash: Into the Valley of Frost Carol Geddes, YT, 2008, 22min, Animation An episode from the Anash and the Legacy of the Sun Rock. The series, produced for APTN, follows the adventures of two Tlingit warriors in the 1800s, and is intertwined with animated Tlingit myths.

12:40 pm Hà Kus Teyea, Carol Geddes, YT, 2014, 17min, Documentary The term Hà Kus Teyea means, literally, “The ways of our Tlingit culture”. This video depicts the festival-like gathering that takes place every 2 years on the shores of vast Teslin Lake in the Yukon interior.

1:00 pm The Doòli Don K’l Project with Kelly Taylor Learn about a Northern Tutchone project to record traditional stories, culture, laws, and values for the next generations to learn and uphold.

1:30 pm Youth Film Bootcamp Screenings Come check out the short documentary films created by youth during the Film Making Bootcamp!

2:00 pm Traditional Snowshoes Talk with Doug Smarch Sr.

3:00 pm How Art Helped Me on My Healing Journey with Mary Caesar

4:00 pm Campfire Stories with Doris McLean

6:30 pm Gwaandak Theatre presents Ministry of Grace by Tara Began A two-act drama inspired by Beagan's grandmother’s experience working as a performer on an evangelical tent revival circuit. Reading taking place in the Library Meeting Room. Admission by donation.

MAINSTAGE NEW NORTH COLLECTIVE Tickets $20, Elders & Youth $10 www.yukontickets.com

7:00 pm The world premiere of a new collaborative project featuring Diyet (YT), Pat Braden (NWT), Digawolf (NWT), Robert van Lieshout (YT), Bob Hamilton (YT), Graeme Peters (YT), with special involvement from Sylvia Cloutier (NU)..

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CULTURAL PRESENTATIONS10:00 am Artist Talk: Dempsey Bob 11:00 am Soapberry Ice Cream Demonstration

with Doris McLean & Frances Neumann NOON Traditional Canoes of the North,

A Heritage of Tribal Journeys with Wayne Price

1:00 pm Dene Hand Games Demonstration with Dorron Fox

2:00 pm Métis Dance Workshop with Lisa Shepherd Come and learn traditional Metis community dances, including the Duck Dance and the Reel of 8. Workshop participants will then perform for an audience! No dance experience needed.

3:00 pm Language Lesson with Ruth Carroll & Bessie Cooley Learn some key words and phrases in Gwitchin and Tlingit.

4:00 pm Campfire Stories with Clarissa Rizal

5:00 pm Dugout Canoe Paddling Demonstration with Wayne Price

MAINSTAGE O’CANADA FESTIVITIESPresented by:

NOON Nicole Smith12:05 pm Lisa Shepherd & the Maple Sugar Jiggers

Bannock & Oatmeal peels away the layers of mixed ancestry, fiddle music and Celtic dance of one of Canada’s Aboriginal peoples to reveal a teaching that is thousands of years old.

12:40 pm Art Johns & Nola Lamken1:05 pm Wade Kaye1:25 pm Gerald Edzerza1:45 pm Ron Gerard2:10 pm Ed Peekeekoot2:35 pm Les Walker3:00 pm Dena Zagi3:25 pm Kaska Dena Dancers

with Ben Charlie & Richard Nerysoo

JIGGING CONTEST & OLD TIME DANCE6:00 pm I AM MÉTIS 6:15 pm Ryan McMahon6:30 pm Jigging Contest7:30 pm Old Time Dance featuring Ed Peekeekoot,

Kevin Barr, and Gerald Edzerza

SATURDAY, JUNE 27 How Summer Came to the Yukon Storytelling with Auntie Rhoda (1:00 pm & 3:00 pm) Adäka Kidz’ Ted Harrison tribute mural Paint like Ted on 5 x 7 canvas

SUNDAY, JUNE 28 Dancing Regalia Rascals Make your own dance regalia including beaded necklaces, feather hairpieces, and fringed arm & headbands “Kids Create” Fish printed tees (1:00 pm – 3:00 pm)

MONDAY, JUNE 29 Rockin’ Raven Day Storytelling with Auntie Rhoda (1:00 pm & 3:00 pm) Raven puppet making Canvas banners Book Bike on site presented by Yukon Literacy

TUESDAY, JUNE 30 Jammin’ Salmon Day Storytelling with Auntie Rhoda (1:00 pm & 3:00 pm) Make your own clay salmon buddy Learn how to create and use a fish net Book Bike on site presented by Yukon Literacy

WEDNESDAY, JULY 1 Canuck Kidz Assortment of Canada Day themed crafts

THURSDAY, JULY 2 Adäka’s Crafty Kidz Mash-up of fun activities Story time with Yukon Literacy (3:00 pm) Book Bike on site presented by Yukon Literacy

CULTURAL PRESENTATIONS11:00 am ReMatriate Collective

A discussion on the intricacies of contemporary indigeneity and the misappropriation of Indigenous images and labels in pop culture.

NOON How to Cut Up A Moose: Slideshow and Commentary with Bessie Cooley in Tlingit/English

1:15 pm Jenny Jack Flynn’s Historical Beading Patterns of Early Marsh Lake with Carel McDonald Jenny was the daughter of the earliest recorded Chief of the Marsh Lake area. In this presentation, Carel will share oral stories, patterns, and skin items related to the beadwork of Jenny Jack.

2:30 pm Moose-hide tanning as land-based pedagogy: Northern Tutchone style moose-hide tanning in collaboration with the Indigenous Governance Program at UVIC 2014–2015 with Shelby Blackjack

3:00 pm Campfire Stories with Ida Calmegane4:00 pm Campfire Sing-Along with Tom Esquiro

MAINSTAGE DÀ ZE TSÀN FASHION SHOWTickets $20, Elders & Youth $10 www.yukontickets.com 7:00 pm Featuring traditional and contemporary

designs from First Nations designers and artists, including a special sealskin collection from Nunavut. Performances by Andrameda Hunter, Nyla Carpentier, and special guests.

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KIDZ KORNER A crafty and creative space for children under 12 to explore arts, craft and storytelling accompanied by a parent or guardian.

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Tuesday JUNE 30

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Sunday JUNE 28

Sunday JUNE 28

Friday JUNE 26

Wednesday JULY 1

Wednesday JULY 1

Monday JUNE 29

Monday JUNE 29

Thursday JULY 2

Daily DROP-IN WORKSHOPS

Thursday JULY 2

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Blake Lepine ......................................Sculpture/Painting Brian Walker ........................................Copper Sculpture Calvin Morberg ..................................... Wood Sculpture Charlene Baker .....................................................Weaving Colin Teramura ..................................... Wood Sculpture Dallayce Smith ...................................... Wood Sculpture Dawna Hope ............................................... Fish Scale Art Duran Henry ........................................... Wood Sculpture Effie Campbell .........................................Traditional Arts George Roberts .......................................Knives/Jewelry Heather Callaghan ..............................Jewelry/Fashion Heather Dickson ..................Traditional Arts/Fashion Jacob Blanchard .................................. Wood Sculpture Jared Kane .............................................Sculpture/Prints Joe Migwans ............................................................. Drums Jonathan Wurtak ...................................................... Prints Justin Smith ...........................................Wood Sculpture Karen Nicloux ..........................................Traditional Arts Ken Anderson ....................................... Sculpture/Glass Margaret Peterson ................................Traditional Arts Mark Preston ...................Sculpture/Jewelry/Painting Martha Van Heel ....................................Traditional Arts Mary Decker .............................................Traditional Arts Nathan Dawson .................................... Wood Sculpture Owen Munroe ....................................... Wood Sculpture Pearl Keenan ...........................................Traditional Arts Raistlen Jones .........................................................Jewelry Sage Novak ............................................ Wood Sculpture Stewart Tizya ........................................ Wood Sculpture Temira Vance ..........................................................Jewelry Tony Tessaro............................................... Stained Glass Ukjese Van Kampen ........................................... Painting William Callaghan ................................ Wood Sculpture Yuya Morishima .................................... Wood Sculpture

CARRYING FORWARD OUR TRADITIONSUnited States of America Emma Hildebrand Juanita Growing Thunder Fogarty

Alberta British Columbia Tishna Marlowe Lisa Shepherd

Northwest Territories Judy Lafferty Lucy Yakeleya

Yukon Annie Smith Brenda Lee Asp Dolores Scheffen Elizabeth Kyikaivichik Fanny Charlie Florence Moses Lena White Sarah McHugh Shirlee Frost Shirley Bien Twyla Wheeler

VISITING CURATORSUnited States of America Shelley Mowry ...............................Heard Indian Market United States International Folk Art Market/Santa Fe

British Columbia Gary Wyatt ..................................Spirit Wrestler Gallery

Manitoba Daina Warren .............................Urban Shaman Gallery

Ontario Leslie Tepper ............... Canadian Museum of History Michael Skeritt ............................. Bay of Spirits Gallery Naomi Johnson................. Woodland Cultural Centre

ALASKAJuneau Clarissa Rizal

Haines Wayne Price

Skagway Nola Lamken

Tanacross Tanacross Dancers

AUSTRALIAChris Kavelin

BRITISH COLUMBIAAtlin Dik’ee Annk’aasu Y’atx’i Tom Esquiro

Penticton S.ímla.xw MicheleJohnson

Quesnel Carel McDonald

Vancouver Gord Loverin Lisa Shepherd & The Maple Sugar Jiggers Nyla Carpentier Ron Gerard

MANITOBALittle Grand Rapids Mark Rutledge

Winnipeg Ryan McMahon

NORTHWEST TERRITORIESInuvik Richard Nerysoo

ALASKAJuneau Clarissa Rizal .......................Chilkat Weaving/Painting

ALBERTACalgary Amy Willier ...............................................Traditional Arts Yvonne Jobin ...........................................Traditional Arts

BRITISH COLUMBIAAtlin Debra Michel ..........................................Chilkat Weaving Wayne Carlick ...................................... Wood Sculpture

Hazelton Arlene Ness ......................Sculpture/Jewelry/Painting

Terrace Dean Heron ...........................Wood Sculpture /Jewelry Dempsey Bob ........................................ Wood Sculpture Stan Bevan ............................................... Wood Sculpture

Vancouver Corrine Hunt .................................................Multi-media Richard Baker ..........................................................Jewelry

NORTHWEST TERRITORIESFort Liard Karen Cumberland .......................Birch Bark Basketry Martina Kotchea ..............................Birch Bark Basketry

Yellowknife John Sabourin ............................. Soapstone Sculpture

NUNAVUTIqaluit Rowena House ...Nunavut Arts & Crafts Association

Rankin Inlet Goretti Kakuktinniq ..............................Traditional Arts Victoria Kakuktinniq ............................................ Fashion

YUKONBeaver Creek Christine Sam .........................................Traditional Arts

Carcross Aaron Smarch ................... Wood Sculpture/Painting Keith Wolfe Smarch ........................... Wood Sculpture Ted Jones ................Traditional Arts/Button Blankets Winnie Atlin ..............................................Traditional Arts

Dawson City Hayden McHugh ............. Antler and Ivory Sculpture

Haines Junction Kari Brown ................................................Traditional Arts

Ross River Dennis Shorty ......................Antler Sculpture/Jewelry

Teslin Jean Taylor ............................................................. Painting

Watson Lake Mary Caesar .......................................................... Painting

Whitehorse Agnes Mills ...............................................Traditional Arts Amber Walker ...........................................................Ink Art Amy Tessaro ............................................... Stained Glass Ann Smith .........................................Ravenstail Weaving April Morgan ............................................Traditional Arts Benjamin Gribben ................................ Wood Sculpture Blair Thorson ......................................................... Painting

Yellowknife Digawolf Leela Gilday Pat Braden

QUÉBECMaliotenam Shauit

YUKONBurwash Landing Diyet Robert van Lieshout

Carcross/Tagish Art Johns Doris McLean Ed Peekeekoot Frances Neumann Ida Calmegane Jona Barr Kevin Barr

Carmacks Kelly Taylor Shelby Blackjack

Dawson City Hän Singers

Haines Junction Dakwäkäda Dancers

Old Crow Ben Charlie Glenna Tetlichi Frost Gwitch'in Dancers Shirley Frost Wade Kaye

Pelly Crossing Jerry Alfred & Shun Dun Selkirk Spirit Dancers

Ross River Dena Zagi

Teslin Bessie Cooley Carol Geddes Doug Smarch Sr. Sharon Shorty

Watson Lake Gerald Edzerza Mida Donnessey Mary Caesar Selina Pye

Whitehorse Andrameda Hunter Angela Code Bob Hamilton Charlene Baker Common Knowledge Dághàalhaan K’e Dakhká Khwáan Dancers Dakhká Khwáan Juniors Daniel Tlen Donna Darbyshire Doronn Fox Graeme Peters Ian Angus Jack Van Den Bogaard K’eduka Jack Kelly Edzerza Bapty Jeanie Dendys Joe Tetlichi Les Walker Leonard Boniface Mary Decker Nicole Smith Rising Sun Singers Ruth Carroll Sassi Traoré Starr Drynock Tahltan Sacred Headwaters Teresa Ward Terry Molnar Ukjese Van Kampen Vision Quest

Executive Producer Charlene Alexander

Associate Producers Caili SteelJessie Stephen

Visual Arts Coordinator Jennifer Bowen-Allen

Assistant Coordinator Teresa Vander Meer-Chassé

Production Assistant Courtney Wheelton

Volunteer Coordinator Kelly Panchyshyn

Fashion Show Coordinator Chantal Rondeau

INFORMATION BOOTHThe information booth is located at the main entrance to the Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre. Here you can: • Pick up a Festival Program • Leave messages • Sign up to volunteer • Have your questions answered

WORKSHOP REGISTRATION, FESTIVAL MERCHANDISE & TICKET SALES Don't forget to pick up festival t-shirts, tote bags, artist recordings and much more at this table in the main entrance. You can also sign up for public workshops and purchase tickets to the Festival here. Festival tickets are also available online at www.yukontickets.com and at Arts Underground on Main Street.

PHOTOGRAPHY & VIDEO RECORDINGProfessional photographers planning to publish their images must obtain permission from the artists. The audience may be asked not to record certain live performances and we ask that this be respected.

FEELING HUNGRY?The Festival will have 2 food vendors onsite throughout the week. Teresa Ward and Fox Point Events will be operating out of the Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre Kitchen and The Gravy Train will have a food tent onsite. Delicious hot and cold options will be available from 11:00 am – 8:00 pm each day. Poffertjes Please!— a food truck offering delicious traditional Dutch pancakes—will be onsite on Canada Day.

WANT TO VOLUNTEER?It’s never too late to sign up to volunteer! We’re looking for help in a wide variety of areas and our Volunteer Coordinator, Kelly, will be happy to find you the perfect job. Volunteers will receive $1.00/hour towards art in the Gallery or Festival merchandise. Registration forms available at www.adakafestival.ca and onsite at the Volunteer Registration desk during the Festival.

THE ADÄKA CULTURAL FESTIV AL IS CELEBRATING ITS 5TH ANNIVERSARY! From the inaugural celebration on Front Street in 2011 to its status as one of the most important cultural events in the North, the Festival has grown magnificently. Throughout it all, we have remained dedicated to showcasing, celebrating, and fostering the development of Yukon First Nations arts and culture.

Kids Programming Rhoda Merkel

Research Linda Johnson

Stage Manager Adam Pope

Sound & Lighting Steve Hare, Solid Sound

Gallery Manager Lyn Fabio

Gallery Assistant Heather Steinhagen

Gallery Installation Neil Graham and Marlene Collins

Workshop Assistant Nyla Klugie-Migwans

Graphic Design Mary Binsted Designs

T.Shirt Design Mark Preston

Photography Heather Jones Photography

Tents & Décor Complete Party Rentals

Security Sirius Security

Youth Mentees Ryan Sidney Theron Sidney

TICKETSH E R E

Festival INFORMATIONARTISTS & PRESENTERS ARTISTS

Performing Visual

Festival TEAM

ELDER'S TENT

Snacks, coffee, and tea available for Elders.

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SATURDAY – THURSDAY

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FRIENDS OF THE FESTIVAL

PROGRAM PARTNERS

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FUNDERS

Akiko Allen Makeup Alkan Air Angellina’s Toy Boutique Arctic Star Printing Inc. Aroma Borealis Bailey’s Graphic Design Baked Cafe + Bakery Bearpaw Music & Gifts Bella Elite Events & Consulting Birch + Bear Boston Pizza

Breath of Life Studio Cadence Cycle Candace Gribben Makeup Candy’s Fruit Stand Capital Helicopters Climate Clothing Coffee, Tea & Spice – North End Gallery – Rambles Kitchen & Gifts Colour Bar Hair Resort Earls Restaurant

Front Street Clothing Gùnta Business Consulting G&P Distributing Kamamak Cosmetics Kanoe People Klondike Rib & Salmon BBQ Mac’s Fireweed Books McDonalds Mic Mac Toyota Midnight Sun Coffee Roasters

Nomad Air RavenTree Coaching Services Real Canadian Superstore Subway Starbucks Taku Sports Group Theresa Talsma The Collective Good The Essential Soap Bar The Java Connection

The UPS Store Tim Hortons Tony’s Pizzeria Unity Clothing & Accessories Vuntut Gwitchin LP Wal Mart Whitehorse Motors Wkyes’ Your Independent Grocer Yukon Man Barbershop Yukon Service Supply Co. Yukon Spring Zen Salon and Spa

Rebecca Edzerza, Chartered Accountant

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