Hammond Dick, Dakali Hammond Dick served as the chief of the Ross River Indian Band and Tribal Chief of the Kaska Tribal Council for twenty-one years. His pivotal role in securing Kaska rights during land claim negotiations was more widely recognized when he was awarded the Yukon 125 Medal in 2024 for his significant contributions to the growth of the Yukon.((“Outstanding Yukoners awarded Yukon 125 anniversary medal.” Yukon news release #24-364, 30 August 2024. 2024 website: Outstanding Yukoners awarded Yukon 125 anniversary medals | Government of Yukon))