About

Da Daghay Development Corporation (DDDC) was officially incorporated in 1989 and serves as the economic arm and for-profit entity of its sole shareholder, Ta'an Kwäch'än Council First Nation (TKC). The existence of First Nations development corporations, including DDDC, is based on the legal necessity of for-profit-driven business ventures operating at arms length from their self-governing First Nations.

In 2012, the corporation commenced to restructure its approach to economic driven business and best practices. A new board of directors was elected, a new CEO ( Ben Asquith ) was hired, and the journey of re-fostering trust and integrity between the First Nations and its economic development corporation continued with a refreshed approach.

Understanding that involvement from the citizens and regularly meeting with its shareholder and Chief and Council is necessary to establish trust and to operate effectively, DDDC continues to put the needs of the citizens and the nation at the top of its priority list.

Da Daghay has a portfolio of over 80,000 square feet of commercial and residential properties throughout the City. It also leases and develops land in partnership with its Shareholder (TKC) and various other strategic stakeholders. Other business activities include overseeing operating companies and negotiating future potential opportunities.

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Da Daghay Development Corporation (DDDC), was incorporated in 1989 and is owned by the second largest landowner in Whitehorse, its sole shareholder, the Ta'an Kwach'an Council (TKC).

The Ta'an Kwäch'än take their name from Taa'an Man (Lake Laberge) in the heart of their traditional territory.

Our Guiding Values

As a Yukon First Nations Economic Development Corporation,

  • We embrace excellence and innovation in striving to meet the needs, values and expectations of the shareholder and citizens.

  • We seek to strike a measured balance between investing in opportunities that generate profit with those that generate economic opportunity for Citizens.

  • We commit to investing in opportunities that are consistent with the cultural, traditional and land stewardship values of the Ta'an Kwäch'än Council.

  • We conduct our governance with integrity, transparency, and accountability, and with open and honest dialogue with the shareholder, citizens, and partners.

  • We believe that the safety of our board, management, employees, and contractors is paramount.

  • We embrace the professional development of our staff to ensure they can reach their full potential.

Our Mission

Our mission is to generate wealth and economic opportunity by:

  • Leveraging our business expertise and knowledge to ensure we are well-positioned to effectively capitalize on potential economic development opportunities;

  • Making sound investments that generate both wealth for the Shareholder and employment opportunities for Citizens, and in a manner consistent with our values and those of the Ta'an Kwäch'än Council; and

  • Supporting Citizen-owned businesses to ensure effective access to DDDC-generated economic opportunities.

Our Vision

Our vision is to be a strong and effective leader in Yukon's economy, where TKC Citizens can access employment and other economic opportunities to help achieve their aspirations for a strong and vibrant future.