Staff

Denise Beattie born and raised in the Yukon comes from a long line of Yukon families. The Chambers/Dickson/Vanbibber families on her Mothers side and the Johns family on her fathers side. Denise is a member of Champagne/Aishihik First Nation and is of the (Agunda) Wolf clan her DanKѐ name is Sӓlӓlӓ. Denise is the very proud mother of one daughter who is now a practicing RN here in Whitehorse. Denise comes to us with plenty of experience as the Director of Governance for the past 11th plus years. Prior to CAFN she worked for many years at the Council of Yukon First Nations, as well as the federal and territorial governments. Denise loves to spend time at her cabin at Champagne where you might find her, cruising up the Dezedeash River in her boat, or entertaining around the campfire or out skidooing or on her side by side enjoying the beautiful Yukon. She also loves to travel especially to the warmer climates in the winter months.

Martins Udoh brings his extensive financial expertise to the team. Originally from Nigeria, Martins has been residing in Canada for over a decade, contributing his skills and experience
to various financial roles before joining CHON-FM. His deep understanding of finance and
dedication to excellence make him a valuable asset to the organization.

Born in Telegraph Creek, Clint moved to Whitehorse in the 1980’s and started the
‘Yukon Jack’ band, playing house gigs in Whitehorse, and all over the communities. In
1997 Clint began working at CHON-FM as an on-air host, which eventually led to
programming all of CHON’s on-air content. For the past 15 years, Clint has also been in
charge of audio production for the station. Clint Carpentier is a citizen of the Tahltan
Nation, born into the Crow Clan.

Patrick moved to the Yukon in Spring 2015. He comes from an arts and entertainment background and has worked with a multitude of arts organizations in roles such as General Manager, Producer, Artistic Director, and Arts Coordinator. He is a musician and a songwriter, and he plays in several local groups including his instrumental surf rock band, The Surfmasters. He has a Certificate in Advanced Arts & Entertainment Management from Capilano University in North Vancouver, BC. When not at work, Patrick is a proud father and you can find him cheering for the Edmonton Oilers with his son, hiking or biking on one of the Yukon’s many trails, playing disc golf, working on new music, cross-country skiing, or collecting and listening to vinyl records. Patrick is Red River Métis, a certified citizen of the Manitoba Métis Federation, and a citizen of the Métis Nation.

Calista was born and raised in Whitehorse, Yukon, and is a citizen of the Little Salmon Carmacks First Nation, born into the Wolf Clan. She has family ties in Carmacks, Pelly and Mayo from her maternal side and has lineage in Vancouver & Saskatchewan on her paternal side. In her free time, Calista loves to create beautiful handcrafted jewelry using copper wire, gemstones, crystals, shells, bones, beads, and other natural materials. Her creative background really flourished while she was employed with the Northern Cultural Expressions Society. During her time there, she had two successful Art Crawls featuring her work. She is now the Sales Manager at CHON-FM & enjoying her position with staff & the station.

Stuart Cardinal Bonell joined CHON-FM’s news department in the summer of 2023. He is always eager to learn as much as he can about Indigenous culture and traditions; particularly those involving land and cultural protection and preservation. Stuart is also CHON-FM’s Legislative Reporter with a passion
for political stories involving healthcare, housing, and education.

Carl Carpentier started working in radio in Yellowknife at CBC co-hosting the " Gather 'Round" request show with his wife Sharon every Saturday from 1974 to 1978 until moving to Ottawa. In the year 1998 Carl returned to his hometown of Telegraph Creek, British Columbia for his Grandfather Archie Nehass 85 birthday and Nehass family reunion. During that visit Carl's mother Mona insisted that he visit Whitehorse where several siblings and relatives resided. Carl ended up living in Whitehorse and began playing with his brother Clint's Yukon Jack band until 2006. Carl also renewed his DJ career with radio CHON-FM from 2002 to 2006. Carl worked as case manager at the Yukon Adult Resource Centre, the Salvation Army Halfway House until it closed in April 2018 and retirement. Carl answered the call when CHON-FM needed announcers and has been hosting COOL COUNTRY MORNING since July 2022.

Go back in time to the 60s, 70s, and 80s with The Drive Home weekdays from 3:00PM to 6:00PM with William Carlick.

Elaine Shorty is a prominent Inland Tlingit and Kwanlin Dün First Nation (KDFN) community leader, artist, and broadcaster based in Whitehorse, YT. She is the host of Indigenous Connections on CHON-FM, she crafts traditional textile art, and she is the recent past Elder Councilor for KDFN.