7th Annual First Nation Education Conference

Thu, 26 Feb, 2026 at 09:00 am to Fri, 27 Feb, 2026 at 05:00 pm UTC-07:00

Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre | Whitehorse

Yukon First Nation Education Directorate
Publisher/HostYukon First Nation Education Directorate
7th Annual First Nation Education Conference
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Register now for our 7th Annual First Nation Education Conference will be held on February 26 and 27, 2026, with a theme of “The 3Rs of Indigenous Education: Relationship, Reciprocity and Reconciliation.”
Register at: https://whova.com/portal/registration/NTrIu24wwABDbotdPy6l/
CONFERENCE
We have two full days of exciting, interactive guest speakers and workshops, including Day 1 keynote: Award-winning investigative journalist, TV, radio, and podcast host, and national bestselling author Angela Sterritt (Wilp Wiik’aax (Gitxsan (GICK-san) Nation). Day 2 keynote: Social activist, professor, TEDx Speaker, change agent and traditional knowledge keeper Len Pierre (Coast Salish).
We also have Dr. Von Bockern (carrying legacy of Martin Brockenleg), Carrie Lamb, and Jase WIlliams among the many incredible breakout presenters. Check out the full agenda of speakers and breakout sessions on Whova! Registration: no cost.
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GALA
In addition, conference-goers can register for our Gala Event on the evening of February 26. The full line-up includes the Teechik Gwich'in Dancers, Barrin May plus the Elder, Youth and Educator Awards! Gala registration: $20, includes dinner, with all proceeds going to First Nations Grad. Free for youth and elders – who should please email [email protected] to secure their free registration. Conference participants get exclusive early gala registration. Open for public registration on February 15.
For additional event information, please contact [email protected].
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