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Mardi Gras
Join us on Saturday, February 9th, 2019 for the Yellowknife Community Foundation’s annual black tie gala. An unforgettable evening for you and your sweetheart. Dinner, dancing, silent and live auctions. Where: Explorer Hotel, Katimaik Rooms When: Saturday, February 9th, 2019. Cocktails at 6.00pm, Dinner at 7.00pm, Dancing at 9.00pm. Tickets: $150
An interview with Robert and Anna Tumchewics
Earlier this year, we sat down with Robert and Anna Tumchewics to speak about their son, John, to hear about his passion for flying and how the late Barb Bromley played a pivotal role in establishing the scholarship in his name. Can you tell us more about John and his
A golden legacy: The Con Employees Benevolent Fund
For over 60 years, Yellowknife was synonymous with gold. From the initial discovery of the precious metal in 1934 to the last gold brick in 2003, Con Mine would play a vital role in the growth and development of the City. “From its earliest days the mine fostered a dynamic
Calling all photographers!
Enter your Yellowknife and area photos for a chance to have your photo featured in print and be seen by over 1,500 friends of the Foundation. We’re looking for action, landscape and nature shots. Judging will happen the first week in August 2018. If your photo is chosen you will
Yellowknife Community Foundation announces 2nd $25,000 grant celebrating 25 years – $25,000 grant awarded to Folk On The Rocks
The Yellowknife Community Foundation continued its 25th anniversary celebration today by awarding Folk On The Rocks a grant of $25,000 for festival site improvements. “We are very pleased to continue our 25th anniversary celebration by announcing the second of four $25,000 grants we will be awarding this year” said Foundation
Yellowknife Community Foundation Media Advisory – Special Event, Friday, June 1
In celebration of “Yellowknife Community Foundation Day” on Friday, June 1, 2018 the Yellowknife Community Foundation will be handing out special thank you treats in front of its office at 5007 Franklin Avenue (WH Bromley Building) from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The Foundation will also be announcing the recipient