by Communications | Feb 8, 2023 | Blog
Whitehorse, YukonFebruary 8, 2023FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE This year, BYTE – Empowering Youth Society is celebrating its 25th Anniversary. “Celebrating BYTE’s 25th Anniversary is a truly special occasion and we look forward to sharing the festivities with many... by Sam McKay | Oct 6, 2022 | Blog, Leadership Fund
Last summer, Skaydu.û (Autum) Jules embarked on an important journey of teaching, community, and language with a little help from BYTE’s Nicole Edwards Leadership Fund. The 25-year-old Leadership Fund recipient participated in a group hike with more than 20 folks... by Sam McKay | Jan 6, 2022 | Blog, Leadership Fund, Uncategorized
DaveOdd is an alternative artist (and songwriter, costume designer, music video director, and guitar player) based in Carmacks, Yukon. His music, influenced by alt-pop and 90’s grunge, tells honest coming-of-age tales of love and loss. He recently released his first... by Josi Leideritz | Nov 16, 2021 | Blog
Note: This blog post does not offer medical advice. Please contact a health care professional or mental health support if you are concerned about your health. Anxiety has become a commonly used word in the past decade. We use it to describe anything from nerves before... by Carissa Waugh / Ékè Éwe | Oct 19, 2021 | Blog, Uncategorized
Cultural Appropriation vs. Cultural Appreciation is a very interesting and important topic, especially as Halloween approaches. You may notice more people sharing those “My culture is NOT your costume” posts, I know I have shared a couple already. While I do believe... by Carissa Waugh / Ékè Éwe | May 27, 2021 | Blog
My name is Carissa Waugh, my Northern Tutchone name is Eke Ewe, after my great-grandma Emma Shorty. I am Taku River Tlingit First Nation belonging to the Crow Clan. I was taught how to bead by my mom Charlene Waugh and she was taught by her late grandma Elizabeth... 