2015SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

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LAUNCHED IN JULY 2011, THE MISSION OF THE ADÄKA CULTURAL FESTIVAL IS TO DEVELOP AND DELIVER A WORLD-CLASS, ICONIC FESTIVAL THAT SHOWCASES, CELEBRATES, AND FOSTERS THE DEVELOPMENT OF YUKON’S DIVERSE AND DISTINCTIVE FIRST NATIONS ARTS AND CULTURE.

The FESTIVAL

A SNAPSHOT OF THE 2015 FESTIVAL

Held from June 26–July 2, 2015 at the Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre in Whitehorse, this spectacular gathering includes artists and performers from all 14 Yukon First Nations along with national and international Aboriginal guest artists.

For 7 days, participants engage in inspiring opportunities highlighting collaboration, skill development, and mentorship. With its incredible energy, the Adäka Cultural Festival is instilling pride in communities and helping to create a healthy and cultural vibrant Yukon!

== Featuring 250+ local, national, and international First Nations artists and performers

== Inclusive of all 14 Yukon First Nations== 10,000+ visitations== 70 volunteers / 1,300 hours== 7 days of programming from 10 am – 10 pm

== 40+ workshops and seminars for artists and the public== $25 K invested in regional, national, and international

marketing tactics== 2,300 square foot Exhibition Gallery & Gift Shop

featuring work by 60+ artists== Sharing Our Spirit Community Feast &

Drumming Circle == Carrying Forward Our Cherished Traditions Project

A collaborative gathering of master beaders from Yukon, NWT, BC & United States.

== Adäka Fashion Show== Jigging Contest & Old Time Dance== Engaging Youth & Elder Events, Live Performances,

Cultural Presentations, Aboriginal Films, Daily Tea & Bannock, Artist Demonstrations

== 5th Anniversary Gala & Awards Night

EXCELLENCE - we are committed to individual and collective excellence in all Festival programming

INCLUSION - we strive to represent all Yukon First Nations in Festival and associated programming

PARTNERSHIPS- we believe in building strong partnerships with community, industry, organizations, and governments

PRIDE- we believe in fostering cultural pride at all stages of Festival planning and implementation

RESPECT- we follow appropriate protocols and ensure respect of all First Nations in the Festival

Our ValuesFr

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Showcase your company’s association with an event that is committed to building a healthy, culturally vibrant Yukon.

Invest in an event dedicated to the development of Yukon’s diverse economy through fresh and authentic First Nations

initiatives in tourism and culture.

Leverage company visibility with local, national, and inter- national audiences through competitive brand recognition,

naming exclusivity, and networking opportunities.

Integrate your company’s current marketing and community investment goals with an innovative event that prides itself on

respect, inclusion, and excellence in all stages of Festival planning and implementation.

Believe in the power of arts and culture to inspire pride and social well being in Yukon First Nations youth and communities.

Sponsorshi� OPPORTUNITIES

Discover the wide range of rights and benefits of Diamond, Platinum, Gold, Silver, Bronze, or Friend sponsorship packages on the next page and be sure to consider the added value of aligning your company with one of our popular Naming Programs.

NAMING PACKAGESEXCLUSIVE TO DIAMOND, PLATINUM, GOLD, AND SILVER SPONSORS

== Tag your company's name and logo to a program

== Enjoy special hosting opportunities associated with your program

== Receive shouts outs and logo placement throughout the Festival in conjunction with your program

== Invitation to the exclusive opening reception

== Install a banner on-site throughout the 7 days of Festival

== Get 1st right of refusal for your program next festival

These packages are flexible and can be adjusted to suit your company’s investment and marketing objectives.

CHECK OUT THE ADÄKA PROGRAMS AVAILABLE FOR NAMING FOLLOWING THE SPONSORSHIP BENEFITS & RIGHTS TABLE.

WE OFFER A WIDE RANGE OF UNIQUE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES SO THAT EVEN THE SMALLEST BUSINESSES AND ORGANIZATIONS CAN SUPPORT THIS EXCITING CULTURAL CELEBRATION!

THE ADÄKA CULTURAL FESTIVAL TRULY VALUES THE IMPORTANCE OF ENGAGING THE ENTIRE YUKON IN OUR QUEST TO SHINE A LIGHT ON THE CREATIVE SPIRIT OF OUR YUKON FIRST NATIONS PEOPLE.

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DIAMOND $10,000+

PLATINUM $7,500+

GOLD $5,000+

SILVER $3,000+

BRONZE $1,500+

FRIEND $100+

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Festival Promotion

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On-Site Promotion & Recognition

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Festival Souvenir Program

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Social Media Recognition / Announcement

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Sponsorship BENEFITS & RIGHTS

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GOLD PROGRAMSSILVER PROGRAMS

ARTISTS STUDIO VILLAGE Connect with the cultural community as you observe and interact with visual artists as they transform raw materials into beautiful works of art. Program will include demonstrations by 60+ visual artists practicing traditional and contemporary art and craft.

EXHIBITION GALLERY & GIFT SHOP Associate your company with a program that values dedication, precision, and artistic excellence. An incredible multi-disciplinary display of the finest First Nations arts and craft by 60+ visual artists, open daily 10 am – 8 pm.

5TH ANNIVERSARY GALA & AWARDS NIGHT Highlight your company’s support towards artistic excellence by hosting our 5-year anniversary gala celebration. This special evening will include fine northern cuisine, an award ceremony, and feature performances by guest artists and local performers who have warmed our hearts over the last 5 years.

YOUTH EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM This program gives youth an opportunity to explore their creative side through workshops and performances led by positive Aboriginal role models.

HONOURING OUR ELDERS This special program will celebrate and honour the many contributions & knowledge of our respected Elders.

SHARING OUR STORIES & LEGENDS Stories from long ago on Aboriginal cultures will be brought to life through spoken word, music, dance, and visual art.

WORKSHOP PROGRAMAlign your company with a program that emphasizes mentorship, skill sharing, and exploration, and includes 40+ workshops for artists and the public.

CULTURAL PRESENTATIONSA series of 30+ presentations, lectures and films on a wide variety of topics to learn about First Nations current affairs and traditional values.

KIDS KORNER A creative and fun space for children to explore music, art, craft, and storytelling.

HOSPITALITY LOUNGEA relaxing place for artists, staff, and volunteers to network and refuel for a busy day at the Festival.

VOLUNTEER PROGRAM Celebrate the spirit of volunteerism by supporting an essential element of the Festival's success.

DIAMOND PROGRAMS

PLATINUM PROGRAMS“O’CANADA” DAY FESTIVITIES Join us in celebrating Canada’s birthday Adäka style! Featuring a full day of fiddling, square dancing, a jigging contest, an old time dance and special guest performers on the Main Stage. Topped off with kids activities, and much more!

CARRYING FORWARD OUR CHERISHED TRADITIONS PROJECT A collaborative gathering of master artists from Yukon, NWT, BC, and United States! This 7-day featured project will be a landmark event for Master Artists working with beading, tufting and quill, who will share ideas, inspiration, and knowledge through forums, a special exhibition, and studio time during the week of Adäka.

ADÄKA FASHION SHOW The second biennial fashion show will feature a fusion of traditional and contemporary fashions from across the North and beyond. From traditional bush garments and dance regalia to contemporary designs!

SHARING OUR SPIRIT CELEBRATION Host a traditional lunchtime community feast followed by a full afternoon of performances, by over 150 First Nations traditional drummers and dancers from all corners of the Yukon and beyond. The day will culminate with a powerful community-drumming circle held alongside the banks of the Yukon River. This event is one of our most popular and brings people of all ages and cultures together.

Naming OPTIONS

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CARCROSS/TAGISH FIRST NATION Ida Calmegane Art Johns Charlene Baker Gary Johnson Dakhká Khwáan Dancers Dwayne Johnson Doris McLean Frances Neumann Blake Lepine Jared Lutchman Andrameda Hunter Amy Tessaro Mariah Andrews Winnie Atlin Twyla Wheeler Dakhká Khwáan Juniors Nola Lamken Phillip Gatensby Aaron Smarch Keith Wolfe Smarch

CHAMPAGNE & AISHIHIK FIRST NATION Warren Strand, 8-6 Heaven Nigel Boyde Dakwakada Dancers Alex VanBibber Les Walker, Common Knowledge Frances Oles Marge Jackson Fred Stick Brenda Lee Asp Diane Strand

KLUANE FIRST NATION Diyet van Lieshout Daniel Tlen Bertha Doris Mary Jane Johnson Nick Johnson, Vision Quest Lenita Alatini Paddy Jim, 8-6 Young Gunz

KWANLIN DÜN FIRST NATION Dághàalhaan K’e Duran Henry Mark Preston Annie Smith Ann Smith Brian Walker Johnathan Wurtak Evalena Beisser Lena White Sean Smith Edwin Scurvey Melissa O’Brien Effie Campbell Justin Smith Nathan Dawson

Doronn Fox Leonard Sheldon Diane Smith Temira Vance

LIARD FIRST NATION Mary Caesar George Stewart George Jackson Stomin Normin Gerald Edzerza

LITTLE SALMON CARMACKS FIRST NATION Dawn Charlie Shawn Johnnie Gertie Tom Twyla Wheeler Nicole Rondeau Vernon Asp Jacob Blanchard Chantal Rondeau

FIRST NATION OF NA-CHO NYAK DUN Nancy Hager Dawna Hope Velma Anderson Diane Olson Mark Lang Bobbie Lee Malancon Joella Hogan Karen Nicloux So’than Ki’ (Happy Feet) Florence Moses

ROSS RIVER DENA COUNCIL Brian Ladue Kaska Drummers Dena Zagi Kaska Dene Dancers Dennis Shorty William Atkinson Gordon Peters Grady Sterriah Linda Shorty Sho Sho Esquiro

SELKIRK FIRST NATION Jerry Alfred Selkirk Spirit Dancers Jessica Van Bibber Eugene Alfred Lizzie Hall

TA'AN KWÄCH'ÄN COUNCIL Ta’an Kwäch’än Dancers Raislen Jones Amber Walker Rising Sun Singers Jared Kane Betsey Jackson

Pas� PARTICIPANTS

Hazel Bunbury William Jones

TAKU RIVER FIRST NATION Dik’ee Annk’aasu Y’atx’i Debra Michel Wayne Carlick

TESLIN TLINGIT FIRST NATION Sharon Shorty Jean Taylor Bev Morris Calvin Morberg Ken Anderson Heather Callaghan William Callaghan Martha VanHeel Ed Smarch Duane Gastant Aucoin Rayven Svendsen Phillip & Andrew Smith Sam Johnston Dean Heron

Doug Smarch Jr. Melania Sheldon

TRONDËK HWËCH’IN FIRST NATION Hän Singers Dolores Scheffen Sara McHugh Rosemarie Gassner Fran Morberg Hayden McHugh Mark Preston Melanie Bennett

VUNTUT GWITCHIN FIRST NATION Tammy Josie Allan Benjamin Stanley Njootli Shirlee Frost Jeneen Njootli Boyd Benjamin Ben Charlie Bruce Charlie Lawrence Charlie Wade Kaye Elizabeth Kyikavichik Randall Tetlichi Gary Nijootli Mary Decker

WHITE RIVER FIRST NATION Lena Sanford Agnes Winzer Annie Sanford Ravenlin Sanford Teresa VanderMeer-Chasse Eldria Christensen Doris John

Jessie Stephen Duncan Stephen Samantha Stephen-Bailey Delilah Stephen-Bailey Stan Peters Quanah VanderMeer, 8-6 Young Gunz

OTHER FIRST NATIONS Joe Migwans, Ojibway Jennifer Bowen-Allen, Yellowknives Dene Dennis Allen, Inuvialuit Gerald Edzerza, Tahltan Alano Edzerza , Tahltan Angela Code, Sayisi Dene Arlene Ness, Gitzsan Nation Benjamin Gribben, Talhtan Fred Edzerza, Tahltan First Nation George Roberts, James Bay Cree Mark Rutledge, Little Grand Rapids Blair Thorson, Michael Band Clarissa Rizal , Tlingit Corrine Hunt, Tlingit Dempsey Bob, Tahltan/Tlingit

Gerri Sharpe, Inuit John Sabarioun, Dene Karen Cumberland, Dene Latham Mack, Nuxalk Wayne Price, Tlingit Stan Beval, Tahltan, Tlingit, Tsimshian Reggie Davidson, Haida Lyonel Grant, Maori Kevin Barr, Metis Jonah Barr, Metis Madi Dixon, Metis Nyla Carpentier, Tahltan/Kaska Starr Drynock, Nlekapamux Jeremy Linville, Tahltan Richard Nerysoo, Gwitchin Northway Dancers, Alaska

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Your contribution will help to cover costs related to production, marketing, and artist participation and development. If your company would like to become a sponsor or renew existing sponsorship for the 2015 Adäka Cultural Festival, please contact us. We’re happy to set up a meeting with you to present a more comprehensive description of the Festival and Sponsorship Program. We will work with you to develop a package that best suits your community investment and marketing objectives.

ADÄKA CULTURAL FESTIVAL

1 - 1109 Front Street, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 5G4

Email: info@adakafestival.ca Phone: 867.667.7698

Fax: 867.667.7527

HOW WILL YOUR BUSINESS SUPPORT THE FESTIVAL THIS YEAR?

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