Notice of Councillor Resignation
The Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation (VGFN) is advising of the resignation of Councillor Harold Frost Jr. effective Friday, May 22, 2026.
VGFN would like to acknowledge the service of Councillor Frost to Citizens and the Nation during his time on Council - including his two years serving as Deputy Chief.
Chief and Council of VGFN remain committed to carrying out the work of the Government and continuing to serve our Citizens and the community of Old Crow until the remainder of their term in January 2027.
For all media inquiries, please contact:
Riley Smith, Strategic Communications Advisor
riley.smith@vgfn.ca
(825) 965-8586
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Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation Responds to Reckless Lease Sale of Iizhik Gwats’an Gwandaii Goodlit
The Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation strongly opposes the June 2026 lease sale of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge’s Coastal Plain, warning of serious cultural, environmental, and legal risks.
Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation Advances Stewardship and Protected Areas Work Through On-The-Land Initiative
Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation (VGFN) continues advancing stewardship and protected areas work through a Teechik Guardians initiative supporting youth land-based learning and conservation.
Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation Calls for Meaningful Partnership at Our Arctic Summit
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