Government of Yukon and Liard First Nation sign political protocol to renew government-to-government relationship

We are pleased to be strengthening our relationship with Liard First Nation, embracing a true commitment to reconciliation through meaningful collaboration. This Political Protocol allows us to identify and implement new ways of advancing Liard First Nation’s self-determination. By working in partnership, we will address local priorities and create lasting improvements that benefit Liard First Nation Citizens and all who reside in the Watson Lake area.

Effective public government in Kaska territory in Yukon can only come from the appropriate implementation of Kaska rights and title in every aspect of Yukon government policy, procedures, and legislation. Liard First Nation, in our role as a public government, is committed to assisting the Yukon government achieve this understanding. A step towards that is the political protocol between Liard First Nation and the Yukon government. This agreement is common sense and practical. Our agreement formalizes the necessary, regular, high-level discussions between Liard First Nation and the Yukon government at the Cabinet and Premier’s level, that are necessary to move our governments towards meaningful benefits and away from conflict, confusion, and lost opportunities for all involved.