Traditional Chiefs

Our Traditional Chief, and the second Traditional Chief in his absence,  sit as ex-officios (or non-voting members) of the Executive Board. The Traditional Chief serves as an ambassador of traditional knowledge and the Athabascan culture.

Trimble Gilbert
First Traditional Chief
Tribal member from Arctic Village. Serving as First Traditional Chief since 2021.

Past Traditional Chiefs

Don Honea Sr wearing his traditional Chiefs vest with Necklase, Blue button shirt in front of a Grey background.

Chief Don Honea Sr.
Ruby

Served as First Traditional Chief from 2008-2021.

Chief David Salmon
Chalkyitsik

Served as First Traditional Chief from 2004-2007.

Chief Franklin Madros
Kaltag

Served as Second Traditional Chief until 2006.

Chief Peter John
Minto

Served as First Traditional Chief from 1992 to 2003.

Chief Andrew Isaac
Dot Lake

Served as First Traditional Chief from 1972 to 1991.