Alexandra Maltais became the Treasurer of the Fireweed Community Market Society in November 2022, shortly after joining the board that March following a business degree at the University of Victoria and a four-month travel stint. Back in her hometown of Whitehorse, Alexandra was eager to get involved in her community and found her place at … Read More
Deb is an educator, facilitator, consultant and former senior administrator who has made the Yukon home since 2010. The embroidery work and sewing she learned to do as a child from her grandmother became a beading hobby after she moved north. That evolved into 4 Dog Night Creations and being a 12 Days market vendor … Read More
Attinder is a small business owner based in Yukon with a strong interest in community development, local engagement, and organizational impact. Her experience includes working as a licensing officer with the Government of Yukon, where she supported societies from behind the scenes — developing a strong understanding of governance, compliance, and the day-to-day realities of … Read More
Cascia Krolczyk, Winter Market Manager for the Fireweed Market, began her journey with the FCMS in 2019 as the outdoor summer market manager for the season, followed by co-managing the 12 Days of Christmas market in the winter of 2019. Now hooked, Cascia has co-managed the 12 Days of Christmas market every year since. Cascia … Read More
While living in a van and visiting the Yukon for what was supposed to be a 6-month trip, Kim joined the Fireweed Market team as a Summer Market Assistant in 2023. After falling in love with the Yukon and deciding to stay, she later joined the Winter Market team as a Cashier. Kim enjoyed being … Read More
Mel brings over 15 years of experience organizing community events, multi-day festivals, and recreation programming. Throughout her career, she has collaborated with non-profit organizations, artists, makers, and community groups to create vibrant, fun, and welcoming environments where people can connect while celebrating wellbeing, creativity, and local culture. A major personal accomplishment was her five-year, 20,000 … Read More