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INSIDE MAJOR FUNK’S DISCO INFERNO
The Yukon funk ensemble will be presenting a string of disco dance parties
Major Funk has outdone themselves once again. The Whitehorse-based ensemble is well-known locally for their energetic, over-the-top and often themed live shows, but it wouldn’t be an entirely accurate statement to say anyone has yet seen the likes of the newest massive-scale event the group has been cooking up for the past year—a disco dance party featuring a 13-piece band dubbed the Major Funk Orchestra.
stone.” Girard says the original plan was to present the show last November, but the band quickly realized it would take them a long time to put the show together the way they envisioned it. They gave themselves a one-year time frame.
“We’re known for coming up with crazy ideas and often following through,” says frontman and trumpeter Adrian Burrill. “We’ve done themed shows in the past and big shows with lots of collaborations with dancers and guest musicians. Our music has been lending itself more towards the genre of disco, with our production elements leaning more towards disco, which is making a comeback in mainstream music, too.”
“We have connections with the Problematic Orchestra members and some musicians, in general, in town, so we started recruiting people for this crazy idea and it just snowballed and got bigger and bigger with more musicians on board,” Burrill says. “We got SPYA on board for using their convention centre space, the SPYA Studio, which is awesome; we got the [Yukon] Arts Centre onboard; and we realized it was going to be a big undertaking and require some funding so we did an application to the Yukon government’s Arts Fund, through the Tourism and Culture department, and so it turned into a very big production over the course of almost a year.”
With the whole band sharing a love of disco music, they began to work on some classic cover songs and take more disco-style approaches in their playing on their original tunes. When they tossed around the idea of putting on a disco-themed performance, there was one clear caveat: if they did this, they had to make it huge. They first enlisted the Screen Production Yukon Association (SPYA), who now run the former Yukon Convention Centre as a studio and presentation space, and set to work building the rest of the team they needed.
Major Funk certainly had their work cut out for them. Between securing funding, finding musicians, charting out all of the orchestra parts and recreating the atmosphere of a 1970s discotheque, tasks had to be delegated. But with a shared vision and a driving passion for this project, the band members were ready to step up to the plate, taking a divide-and-conquer approach.
“I always had a pipe dream of doing a giant Major Funk disco show,” says bassist Etienne Girard, who has led the band since its 2014 inception. “We were chatting about it and we collectively decided to just put the idea into
“Then we got a little excited and said we were going to do it in April,” he continued. “Even though we were able to accomplish our goals, the funding wouldn’t come through until after the show and we wouldn’t even know if we had the funding. It’s a very intensive production and we just can’t do it without support from grants and from sponsorships and from all of these alliances we needed to make.”
Major Funk consists of singer and keyboardist Seline HeyligersHare, guitarist Brent Gallant, saxophonist and flautist Tobey Moisey, and drummer Anders Grasholm in addition to Burrill and Girard. Though the band has covered disco songs in the past, Heyligers-Hare, who sings and plays keys for the band, says they were never able to fully bring them to life.
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PHOTO: Taya Fraser
Major Funk performing at Lefty’s Well in Whitehorse, April 2025
“All these songs we play, we’re never able to cover all the parts,” explains Heyligers-Hare. “We never have a full horn section, and there are always a billion piano and synth parts as violin parts on top of everything. It was always a want that we had, and it’s just nice to be able to cover all of your bases and play the song how it was written, which is really cool and such a privilege.”
The band will be joined in the Major Funk Orchestra by an array of local and flown-in guest musicians including Sarah-Jane Poirier, Katie Avery, Ellorie McKnight, Andrew MacKelvie, Michel Vallieres and backup singers Lindsey Walker and Anneky Kenny-Robichaud, with dancers Valerie Herdes and Marcy Mills.
The events will also feature sets from DJ Jon Gelinas and DJ Katabatik. The stage set was designed by local artist Tara Kolla, and countless people have worked behind the scenes on the technical and logistical sides of the show as well. To fulfill their man-
dates with SPYA and Music Yukon, Girard will be leading a week-long series of technical workshops in the SPYA space based around the show, covering topics such as live multitracking, show setup and inear monitoring operation.
“A show like this doesn’t come up very often, and it presented itself as a good opportunity to provide some training workshops through SPYA and Music Yukon about what it takes to put on a show of this calibre,” Girard explains. “This also helped us get those partners on board, so it was a win-win for everybody.”
This run of shows also marks a bittersweet turning point for Major Funk, ending one chapter and
beginning another. These shows will be Heyligers-Hare’s last with the band, as she will be stepping down from the group to focus on her own music project, Hendrika.
“It was a weird choice for me; it’s a hard decision,” she says. “I really love being in this band and it’s been seven years of my life, which is crazy. It’s something that holds a special place in my heart and in my life and allows me to have a different level of expression and energy release as a frontperson and a boisterous big-lead singer.
“Obviously, the friendship and connections made over these many years is really important to me, so it was a really big decision. It really just came down to scheduling conflicts and struggling to manage my time as I ramp up Hendrika. I feel like I have to give that my all.”
Girard and Burrill both express support for Heyligers-Hare and show excitement for her future,
while also standing firm on the fact that Major Funk will continue. They even have plans to head into the studio this winter to begin their next full-length album.
“We love Selina and she’s just crushing it with Hendrika,” says Burrill. “We’re super proud of her and super appreciative of all of her contributions to Major Funk over the years. We’ve had some turnover since 2014; we’ve been a band forever so that’s kind of inevitable, but she’s been a huge part since the pretty early days. It’s bittersweet, but I’m happy for her moving on.”
While the band spends a lot of time on the road, it’s special for all of its members to be able to bring the biggest shows of their career, so far, not just to their home of Whitehorse, but to other northern communities as well.
“These communities don’t often get a big production like this,” says Heyligers-Hare. “To be able to enrich the communities and engage folks is really such an honour, and I’m really happy that we can do that for people.”
The Major Funk Orchestra’s Disco Dance Party series takes place Oct. 3 in Whitehorse at the SPYA Studio (formerly the Yukon Convention Centre); Oct. 4 in Haines Junction at the St. Elias Convention Centre; and Oct. 11 at Diamond Tooth Gertie’s Gambling Hall in Dawson City. Major Funk thanks the Yukon Arts Fund, Yukon Arts Centre, Music Yukon, Yukon Rendezvous, SPYA, Northern Vision Development, Jazz Yukon, Junction Arts and Music, Klondike Visitors Association, and Integraphics for their support. Visit majorfunkmusic. com to get tickets for any of the shows. n
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Adrian Burrill
PHOTO: Supplied by Major Funk
PHOTO: Supplied by Major Funk
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HOUSE PAINT FROM HERE
The
paint gets on my hand, drips on the ground ...
But that’s OK. It’s mostly stuff from the earth anyways. It will wash out of my clothes. This paint is not plastic.
It is hard to think about plastic because it’s everywhere, in everything. It’s in the keyboard I’m typing on, in the glasses I’m looking through at this screen. I don’t know how to live without it. Steps I take towards using less seem miniscule—to cry in the ocean, as they say. Doing something to resist the habits of our plastic-using society often seems to cause more problems than it solves.
I take heart from Adrienne Maree Brown’s idea that change is fractal. This means that small changes can and do affect larger systems. This makes me hope that things I actually do with my hands and materials will change what I imagine, what I can imagine—and, as I share them, what we can imagine.
I have been a painter for many years. I have hosted countless workshops for folks of a wide range of ages. I have used a lot of acrylic and latex paint, washed my brushes in countless sinks. Those plastics wind up being part of our water system.
Paint adds considerable microplastics to our environment. In the Yukon River, the paint from road markings makes up a significant amount of the microplastics in the water. I can’t imagine a world where we don’t paint lines on the road (I throw up my hands).
In my despondency, I watch too many Instagram reels. Wandering in those rabbit holes, I came across a recipe for house paint that uses clay, sand, flour and a
small amount of borax, which is a laundry booster. If you google it, you’ll find it.
When I was invited to carry out a residency to create an installation at Raven ReCentre, with fishskin tanning artist Cheryl McLean, I wanted to actually try this paint.
My work with Yukon clay set me up to try this. I had a bucket of clay slurry settling in my backyard. I poured some of it into an old pillowcase and hung it up to strain. I was able to find some sand nearby and sieve it.
I set up my camp stove outside Raven, and Cheryl and I experimented with making non-plasticbased paints and adhesives. I took a cup of Hinterland’s flour and mixed it into two cups of cold water. I added this to six cups of boiling water and cooked over a
low heat, stirring constantly, till it thickened.
I mixed a couple of tablespoons of borax into the sand. I then mixed roughly equal parts of sand, clay and flour paste in a bucket with a drill, using a paint-mixing attachment.
There are many more unpredictable elements at play here than with commercially-engineered paint. I could see that getting a feel for it would take a while. I had to add more water. It’s meant to be thicker than housepaint, but I wasn’t sure how thick. The first strokes didn’t look so good.
I wanted to test it on painted, primed and bare drywall. I had some prepared scraps, about 2x3 feet each. I primed them 2/3 of
Blues Vibes with Brandon Isaak Trio
Saturday November 1st 2 Shows 6:30 & 8:30
Chair Seats $30 / Cabaret Seats $35
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Were you a student of Jack Hulland Elementary School (“JHES”) between January 1, 2007 and June 30, 2022 and subjected to a hold, restraint and/or placed in seclusion?
If so, your rights are affected by a class action lawsuit
WHAT IS A CLASS ACTION?
A class action is a lawsuit filed by one person on behalf of a group of people with the same legal claims
WHAT IS THIS CLASS ACTION ABOUT?
A class action lawsuit, (in this case, the “Lawsuit”), has been brought against the Government of Yukon (“Yukon”). The class action claims that there was a systemic practice of using holds, restraints and seclusion to control students’ behaviour at JHES.
AM I A CLASS MEMBER?
You are a Class Member if you were a student of JHES between January 1, 2007 and June 30, 2022, you were subjected to a hold, restraint, and/or you were locked in a room and/or placed in seclusion, and you did not opt- out of the class action
If you think you may be a Class Member or if you have questions, please contact the lawyers below.
WHAT IS THE SETTLEMENT?
A settlement of the Lawsuit has been reached with Yukon where, among other things:
• Class Members are entitled to make a claim for compensation through a Claims Process that limits the burden of time and cost on Class Members;
• A special counselling fund will be available to reimburse Class Members and their families for counselling and similarly related treatment that is not covered by any government or private insurance plan;
• Yukon will issue a public acknowledgement and apology; and
• Yukon will be responsible for the costs of the Claims Process and the reasonable costs and disbursements of the Plaintiffs incurred in this action
More information, including a more detailed notice, can be found at www.tuckercarruthers.ca or at www.cfmlawyers.ca/class-action/jhes, or by request via email at jackhulland@cfmlawyers.ca
We strongly recommend all Class Members provide the lawyers with their contact information to receive further details about the settlement and next steps.
WHO ARE MY LAWYERS?
You are represented by Tucker Carruthers and CFM Lawyers
WHO PAYS THE LAWYERS?
The lawyers will be paid from the compensation paid to Class Members. Those fees must be approved by the Court.
The lawyers will request court approval of:
• Approximately $240,000 in disbursements, which are the costs paid by the lawyers to date for things like experts, filing fees, postage, and travel. Under the settlement Yukon will be responsible for these costs (in whole or in part); and
• Legal fees of 25% for claims made under Tier 1, and 30% for claims made under Tier 2 and Tier 3.
WHAT DO I DO NOW?
On October 29-30, 2025 at the Supreme Court of Yukon located at 2134 2nd Ave, Whitehorse YT, the plaintiffs will apply for court approval of the settlement and legal fees
Class Members who do not oppose the proposed settlement and/or the legal fees do not need to appear at the settlement approval hearing.
If you are a Class Member and you wish to comment on or oppose the settlement and/or the legal fees:
• Submit a written submission by mail or email (jackhulland@cfmlawyers.ca) to the lawyers, postmarked no later than October 17, 2025
• All written submissions must state the nature of any comments or objection, and state whether the Class Member intends to appear at the settlement approval hearing.
• All timely written submissions will be provided to the Court.
• If you want to participate but do not provide timely written submissions, you will need to attend the hearing on October 29, 2025 and ask permission of the Court.
I am not a Class Member, can I participate?
• Only Class Members (and the guardians of Class Members who are minors) can participate.
• If you are not a Class Member you cannot participate
WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?
If the settlement is approved, a claims process will begin for Class Members to make claims for compensation.
Contact the lawyers below to make sure you are on the mailing list for future notices in the class action.
Questions? Visit the website or contacting the lawyers at the information below: https://www.cfmlawyers.ca/class-action/jhes or https://tuckercarruthers.ca/jack-hulland-elementary/ Call 1-867-667-2099 or toll-free 1-800-689-2322
Email jackhulland@cfmlawyers.ca
THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF YUKON FRANCOPHONE WOMEN
2025 marks the 30th anniversary of Les Essentielles. For this occasion, short biographies of Yukon francophone women will be presented throughout the year in the pages of our paper. Thank you to l’Association francoyukonnaise, l’émission Rencontres, and l’Aurore boréale for their collaboration in this project.
Céline Roy
Céline Roy was born in Sainte-Thérèse de Blainville, in Quebec.
She did her primary, secondary and college studies in Rimouski. She then obtained a bachelor’s degree in education at the Université de Rimouski and did superior studies at Université Laval and the University of British Columbia. Céline arrived in the Yukon on August 15, 1991, after driving from Vancouver to the capital. She just obtained a teaching position at Whitehorse Elementary School. Once she arrived in Whitehorse, she made friends rapidly. They all had a great time discovering the Yukon together.
The following year, Céline met her partner, Christian Tessier, at the Frostbite Music Festival. It was love at first sight. After the birth of their second daughter, they decided to return to Quebec to be closer to their families.
Céline continued her teaching career in Quebec where she held the positions of teacher, academic counsellor and school principal. After more than 34 loyal years in the field of education, she decided to take a well-deserved retirement.
In 2018, the couple moved back to the Yukon. Céline worked for five years as vice principal and principal. She retired a second time in 2023.
She got involved in the Yukon francophone community by sitting on the board of directors of the Yukon francophone historical society and taking part in activities offered by the Association franco-yukonnaise for young retirees.
Life in the North suits her to a T and she feels privileged to be able to say that the Yukon is her home.
Maryne Dumaine
Maryne Dumaine was born in Paris, France, in 1980. As a child, she liked to draw and put on shows for her family. She told her parents that she would one day live far away …
When she was around 20, she went to live in Australia for one year. She came to Canada in January 2004. She travelled across the country and arrived in the Yukon in the summer of that year. She immediately went to the Moosehide Gathering in Dawson, and this event opened her eyes to a different way of seeing life.
Since 2004, Maryne has worked for almost all the Yukon francophone organizations, as an employee, contract worker or volunteer. She decided to stay in the Yukon due to job opportunities and to her growth as a woman.
Maryne connected with Les Essentielles through a painting workshop. Thereafter, she had children, and the francophone Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program was very important for her. She appreciated the community support during her pregnancies. She then had a few contracts with Les Essentielles and occupied various positions, including acting executive director. She was president of the group from 2019 to 2025.
Since 2018, Maryne has been the director of the Aurore boréale, the Yukon francophone newspaper. Since 2024, she has been the president of Réseau.Presse, the national network of francophone newspapers outside of Quebec.
An artistic soul, Maryne practices dance, photography, literary arts and drawing. Through the francophone community, Maryne has found a lot of opportunities.
Nathalie Parenteau
Nathalie Parenteau was born in Montreal in a family with deep roots in the Bois-Francs region of Quebec.
In 1983, Nathalie arrived in Whitehorse to volunteer with a youth group and immediately fell in love with the region. She worked for three months at the Yukon Conservation Society and, during weekends, she learned tricks on life in the North.
She lived for a few years in a luxurious, reinforced prospector tent at the foot of Nares Mountain. During the summers, she worked at the Carcross Visitor Information Centre and met some legendary Yukon characters.
Still in her twenties, Nathalie decided to go to university and graduated with a bachelor’s degree in biology from Western University. With her diploma in hand, she came back to the territory and decided to reconnect with her artistic side.
She took part in several exhibitions and participated in murals. For the last 25 years, Nathalie has lived entirely from her art, and her work has been showcased in several galleries in the Yukon, Canada and Alaska. Her beautiful painting Spirit Bear was part of the art collection at the office of the Commissioner of Yukon from 2018 to 2023.
Nathalie and Peter, her long-time partner, live in Whitehorse and both share a great passion for dogs, reading and wild spaces. They frequently visit their families in Quebec and California.
Nathalie is honoured to say that she saw the creation of Les Essentielles, the Yukon Francophone Women’s group, and designed their first logo.
SSuzanne Bertrand
uzanne Bertrand was born in 1947 in Winnipeg, Manitoba. She started curling when she was 12. She moved to the Yukon in 1967 to begin her teaching career. For over 35 years, Suzanne worked in several elementary schools in Whitehorse.
She started volunteering with the Whitehorse Curling Club in 1981. Her career as a curling coach started in 1987 and she accompanied several teams to the Canadian Junior Curling Championships, Canada Winter Games, Arctic Winter Games and Brier.
In 1988, she won Sport Yukon’s Coach of the Year Award and the Excellence in Education Award in 1990.
In 1999, she was recognized nationally with the 3M Coach of the Year Award. In 2004, she received the Volunteer of the Year Award from the City of Whitehorse; and in 2005, the Canadian Curling Association recognized Suzanne with a Volunteer of the Year Award for all of Canada.
In 1985, Suzanne challenged the Yukon Change of Name Act, which denied married women the right to change their surnames. She won her case and was able to retain her maiden name of Bertrand.
Suzanne Bertrand died on Feb. 15, 2010, in Whitehorse, at the age of 62.
In 2011, she was posthumously inducted into the Yukon Sports Hall of Fame in the coach/builder category.
Since 2010, the Whitehorse Curling Club has awarded the Suzanne Bertrand Volunteer of the Year Award.
Through her positive attitude and optimism, she has left an indelible mark on the fields of curling and education in the
Column with Angélique Bernard
Angélique Bernard is a translator, communications specialist, radio host, writer and community volunteer. She was the Commissioner of Yukon from 2018 to 2023.
PHOTO: Submitted by Céline Roy
PHOTO: Christian Kuntz
PHOTO: Peter von Gaza
PHOTO: Courtesy of Archives Aurore boréale
WHAT’S ON BABES IN THE BUSH BOOLESQUE
YAC and Chérie Coquette present a dazzling night of burlesque, drag, and circus. Featuring international headliners Bettie Bombshell from Australia and Scarlet Delirium from Vancouver — hosted by Yukon’s own, Claire Ness . Tickets are $45.
DATE: October 31 | 8:00 PM
RAMSHACKLE THEATRE
A dystopian cardboard clown show, created by Brian Fidler and the Ramshackle Collective. Come and build the cardboard city of Atlantis and the joyful chaos of a Ramshackle Theatre show! Tickets are $20. Cabaret seating on the stage.
DATE: October 14-16 | 7:00 PM
DISCO DANCE PARTY
The Yukon’s long running dance party experts, Major Funk Orchestra , have assembled an all-star team of musicians and dancers to bring you an unforgettable night of Disco dance music. Held at SPYA (former Yukon convention centre), it will also feature DJ Jo n Gelinas & DJ Katabatik. Get ready to groove! Tickets are $33.50.
DATE: October 3 | 8:00 PM (doors open @ 7:00)
ART SHOWS
Until Sept 27 Safety by Theresa Roberts Arts Underground https://www. artsunderground.ca/
Until Sept 27 Forest Nymph Creations by Alicia Harry Arts Underground https://www. artsunderground.ca/
Until Nov 14 Yukon Prize 2025 Finalists YAC Yukon Arts Centre Gallery This exhibition brings together the work of 6 contemporary artists shortlisted for the 2025 Yukon Prize for Visual Arts. Experience the vision and creativity of the finalists, each offering a powerful lens on the world around us. https://yukonartscentre.com/
Until Nov 14 Held in Motion - New Acquisitions to the YPAC YAC Yukon Arts Centre Gallery An exhibition for the 2024- 2025 Yukon Permanent Art Collection acquisitions.. https://yukonartscentre.com/
Fri Oct 17 to Oct 19 Of This Place –
Paintings by Halin de Repentigny The Old Fire Hall, 1105 Front St., Whitehorse Friday, October 17, 5-9pm. Saturday 18, 12-8pm. Sunday 19, 10am-2pm, Opening Reception: Friday, October 17, 5-9pm
LIVE MUSIC
Thu Sep 25 Fiddle Night - Ellorie McKnight & Friends 7:00 PM 98 Hotel Fiddle Night with Ellorie McKnight, Sarah Hamilton, Bob Hamilton & Jeff Dineley!
Fri Sep 26 Soir De Semaine & Sam Mallais
Band 8:00 PM Lefty’s Well
Sun Sep 28 Jazz on the Wing - James Danderfer Quintet 7:30 PM YAC Yukon Arts Centre Jazz on the Wing: James Danderfer Quintet Clarinet, grand piano, congas, upright bass, drums“ One of the best kept secrets in Canada”
Wed Oct 1 Sarah Harmer 6:00 PM YAC Yukon Arts Centre Sarah Harmer is a multiple award-winning, platinum-selling singersongwriter and environmental activist. https:// yukonartscentre.com/ Fri Oct 3 Disco Dancy Party featuring the Major Funk Orchestra 8:00 PM SPYA
Studio Major Funk, plus a full string section, additional horns, guest vocalists, and percussion. PLUS: an all vinyl DJ set by DJ Jon Gel and DJ Katabatik Dress to impress in your disco best!
Kwanlin
Monthly Tuesdays Live Music 8:00 PM Lefty’s Well
Wednesdays
Intermediate Jam - Bluegrass & Old Time 7:00 PM Whitehorse Legion bi-weekly Hosted by the Yukon Bluegrass Society
Whitewater Wednesday 7:00 PM 98 Hotel Karaoke 8:00 PM Lefty’s Well Thursdays
Muster Point 6:30 PM Baked Cafe Muster Point live and featuring a rotating lineup of local guest artists. Ginger Jam 7:00 PM Lefty’s Well Fiddle Night 8:00 PM 98 Hotel
Music 8:00 PM Lefty’s Well
GENERAL EVENTS
Mon Sep 22 Designing and painting
screens 1:00 PM TBD Mon Sep 22 Yukon Women’s Money Club Location TBC https://yukonventureangels.ca/ yukon-womens-money-club/ Tue Sep 23 Veterans Affairs 8:30 AM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254
Tue Sep 23 Reducing CRA Penalties and Interest 12:00 PM Yukonstruct Makespace Stephanie Leavitt, bookkeeper with Yukon Summit Finance, will share tested methods for staying current with your books. https:// whatsupyukon.events/422be9
Tue Sep 23 Crystal Candle Making 6:00 PM Ricky’s All Day Grill Whitehorse Cozy vibes + custom scents = the perfect fall night out. Learn to pour your own soy wax candle in a glass jar with your choice of fragrance. https:// whatsupyukon.events/de5004
Wed Sep 24-26 EMR Library’s Gigantic Book Sale 8:30 AM Yukon Energy, Mines & Resources Library Stock up on your winter reading - a great selection of books including fiction, non-fiction (crafts, history, northern, cookbooks, etc.), kids books, and more! https://whatsupyukon.events/rwm
Wed Sep 24 Contact Ouest 2025 10:00 AM YAC Yukon Arts Centre Francophone performing artists, concert presenters and music industry professionals from all over Canada, for a week of workshops, discussions, networking and music showcases. https://yukonartscentre.com/ whats-on/contact-ouest-2025/
Thu Sep 25 2025 Education, Career and Volunteer Expo 9:00 AM Yukon University Whitehorse Campus Community members to connect with organizations, discover new opportunities, and take meaningful steps toward their future. https://volunteeryukon. ca/expo/
Thu Sep 25 Embassy Liaison Tour 2025 12:00 PM Association franco-yukonnaise (AFY) Learn about international recruitment services and immigration programs at our information session hosted by representatives of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC). https://recrutement.afy.ca
Thu Sep 25 Look Inside Train Crew House 2 3:00 PM Whitehorse Downtown Locations Learn more about this historic building on
Jarvis Street, built in approximately 1945 and since 2015 Historic Sites has been working to conserve the building. https://culturedays. ca/en/events/48de65df-50a2-45c7-bd21274a8889b5ab
Thu Sep 25 Business After Hours 5:00 PM Association franco-yukonnaise (AFY) Discover concrete services and resources that can help you meet your recruitment and retention challenges. Registration required. Free admission. https://www.afy.ca/evenement/ business-after-hours
Fri Sep 26 DIY Resin Jewellery 6:00 PM Rickys All Day Grill Whitehorse Learn how to mix, pour, and design your own resin Jewelry! Choose from earrings, keychain, pendant and more! Add pigments, glitters, and more to make them uniquely yours. https:// whatsupyukon.events/17h
Fri Sep 26 Oktoberfest 6:00 PM Winterlong Brewing Co. Our annual FESTBIER release, Happy Schnitzel food truck, Pretzels by the Swiss Bakery, beer garden vibes, festive music and fotobooth! Lederhosen and Dirndls encouraged!
Fri Sep 26 & 27 Oktoberfest 6:00 PM Winterlong Brewing Co. Our annual FESTBIER release, Happy Schnitzel food truck, Pretzels by the Swiss Bakery, beer garden vibes, festive music and fotobooth! Lederhosen and Dirndls encouraged! Sat Sep 27 Trivia Night (members & signed in guests) 7:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Theme is Yukon Artist, Artists of the world, movies about art heists, art of the world. Bring a device to play on!
Sat Sep 27 Understanding Finance for Small Business & Non-Profits 9:00 AM NorthLight Innovation Explore financial reporting, documentation practices, and budgeting strategies to support decision-making and sustainability. https:// whitehorsechamber.ca/
Tue Sep 30 DIY Fall Centrepieces 5:30
PM Ricky’s All Day Grill Whitehorse Design a beautiful fall centerpiece for your home! We provide all faux flowers, greenery, and containers, plus one drink. https://majesticvp. wixsite.com/majesticvp/pop-up-events Wed Oct 1 International Day of Older Persons 10:00 AM Canada Games Centre Yukon Learn the basics of Baseball Poche, Carpet Bowling, Pickleball, and Shuffle Board. Check out the local information booths. Thu Oct 2 Indigenous Book Club presents Helen Knott 6:30 PM Whitehorse Public
Sat Oct 4 Yukon Fringe Festival Launch Event 7:00 PM Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre https://one-year-out-fringe-style-teaser. eventbrite.com
Sun Oct 5 Canada Games Centre 20th Birthday Party! 1:00 PM An afternoon of celebration, activities, games, and fun surprises as we mark 20 years of serving the Whitehorse community.
Mon Oct 6 SuperHost Foundations of Service Quality 8:30 AM Yukonstruct Makespace Learn communication best practices, teamwork, service recovery, problem solving, and more – and gain the practical knowledge to apply these skills in real-life scenarios. https:// www.whitehorsechamber.ca/events/ superhost%C2%AE-foundations-servicequality-0
Mon Oct 6 Screen Printing Party! 1:00 PM https://www.whatsupyukon.com/event/screenprinting-party/
Mon Oct 6 Firesmarting Your Home 6:30
PM Raven ReCentre Learn about all the different firesmarting tools for your home with Raven ReCentre’s Tool Library. Admission is free, snacks, pizza, and door prizes are available for everyone!
Tue Oct 7 Pushing Boundaries with Unconventional Art Materials 7:00 PM YAAW Yukon Artists at Work A free demonstration/mini-workshop that will explore the creative potential of materials beyond traditional supplies like paint and canvas. Email yaaw@artlover.com for more info. https://culturedays.ca/en/events/f382e7aedf1f-4cfd-a621-6ec020ee4dfd
Tue Oct 7 One Forest, One Future, One Community - Yukon Bioenergy Conference Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Opening reception, cultural displays, and an optional field tour, this event is designed to spark collaboration and shape the next chapter of Yukon’s forest and bioenergy future.
Sat Oct 11 Try the Potter’s Wheel 12:00 PM Arts Underground Come and learn the first steps of throwing clay on a potter’s wheel. https://culturedays.ca/en/events/33187d51dac1-443d-be32-fcf80df95713
Sat Oct 11 YAA Agricultural Banquet 6:00 PM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Get ready to celebrate the hard work of our local farmers and enjoy a night filled with delicious food and fun surprises!
Monthly
2nd Monday Ukulele Group 6:00 PM Golden Age Society salvin@northwestel.net
2nd Monday Whitehorse Slow Jam 7:00 PM Golden Age Society Last Thursdays Repair Cafe 6:00 PM Yukonstruct Makespace Bring it in and see if it is fixable using soldering irons, multimeters, and other tools. This easy introduction to electronics and small home appliance repair is a useful evening of DIY learning that you can take home.
2nd Thursday Music Trivia 7:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Come on out and test your music knowledge! Teams of no more than 6 people.
Last Friday Pioneer Women of Yukon 12:00 PM Golden Age Society
2nd & 4th Sundays Grade 8 – 12 High School Youth Group 6:00 PM Mountainview Church A positive place for your teen to hang out on the weekend. Take part in games and activities, learn about the Bible, and deepen faith. https://mountainview.church/connect/ youth Monthly
Weekly
Mondays
Mtg: Competitive Commander 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles Women’s Bible Study 6:00 PM Women’s Bible Study. Refreshments are served followed by the study. For more info check out www.mountainview.church or email rachel@ mountainview.church Ukulele Group 6:00 PM Golden Age Society
Euchre - For Members and Signed in Guests 6:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Euchre a trick-taking card game for four players, two on each team, As a member you Beginner ASL Class & Social Hang 6:15 Queer Yukon Society - The Cache Drawing Club 6:30 PM Arts Underground Join like minded artists in the studio for a free drawing club. Bring your own supplies and be creative in a group environment. https://www. artsunderground.ca/events
Tuesdays
Common Threads Prayer Shawl Ministry
9:30 AM Church of the Northern Apostles. Bridge 12:00 PM Golden Age Society Café de l’amitié 2:00 PM Association francoyukonnaise (AFY) Le Café de l’amitié est un rendez-vous hebdomadaire et une occasion de rassemblement pour les francophones de 50 ans et plus.
QYS Drop-in 2:00 PM Queer Yukon Society The Cache Language Skills for Ukrainians 5:15 PM Yukon Learn A discussion group workshop provides a relaxed and friendly environment where learners can practise and learn English conversation skills. Weekly Shuffleboard Tournament 6:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 For members and signed in guests. A double knockout style competition and games are limited to 6 ends or 15 minutes
Chess Club 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles Love Chess? Want to learn? Looking for Competition? Join us!
10 Card Crib - Members & Signed In Guests 6:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch
254 Whether you are a seasoned crib player or a beginner, come play! Learn tips and tricks and have some fun! https://bit.
ly/3KP0B5s
SuperSmash Bros, Mtg: Commander 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles
Wednesdays
Keep Fit 10:30 AM Church of the Northern Apostles.Come stretch and breathe with us!
Multicultural Connection Group 11:00 AM
Multicultural Centre of the Yukon – MCY Connect with other parents and caregivers, learn about parenting in different cultures. A free lunch program for immigrants and refugee families. Lunch and transportation provided. Call 332-1803 for more info.
Spanish Conversation 12:00 PM
Whitehorse United Church Call 333-6081 for more info.
Sew & Tell All – Elders Hangout 1:00 PM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Facilitated by Kwanlin Dün Elder-in-Residence Shirley Smith, everyone welcome. Feel free to join and start a beading project or work on something that you’ve already started! For more info email culturalprograms@kdcc.ca
QYS Drop-in 2:00 PM Queer Yukon Society
The Cache
Texas Hold’ Em 6:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 For sign in members and guests.
Bragging rights!
Mtg: Modern, Warhammer Age of Sigmar 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles
Thursdays
Public Speaking Training - Toastmasters 12:00 PM Decora Guests are always welcome. There are many roles to learn at Toastmasters. Practice 2 minute table topics
QYS Drop-in 2:00 PM Queer Yukon Society
The Cache
Fireweed Summer Market 3:00 PM
Shipyard Park Grab a picnic dinner and get that special gift. Enjoy local live music and other amusements from buskers.https:// fireweedmarket.ca/
Pathfinder Role-Playing Game for Youth 3:30 PM Whitehorse Public Library Pathfinder Roleplaying Game. Find out what role playing games are all about! Registration is encouraged, but drop-ins are always welcome.
Mtg: casual Commander, Warhammer 40k & Kill Team 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles
Clothing Room 10:00 AM Whitehorse
Church of the Nazarene Free of charge to anyone and everyone
Whitehorse United Church Worship Service 10:30 AM A caring community of faith, based on a foundation of Biblical teaching and spiritual truth
Secondhand Clothing Bizarre 2:00 PM Whitehorse Seventh-Day Adventist Church Clean clothes needed and donations accepted if in good condition. Please call before dropping clothes off and for more info 633-3463.
Sunday Gatherings 3:00 PM The Northern Collective Church The Gathering (Anglican Indigenous Service) 5:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral A celebration of faith, reconciliation, and hospitality.
KIDS & FAMILIES
Sat Sep 27 Kids Craft Day - Card Making 1:00 PM Old Log Church Museum Hosting a kids craft day, bring the family by to make some cards with the kids, this event is free!
Sat Oct 4 Taylor Swift Release Party! Ages 10-18 2:00 PM Ricky’s All Day Grill
Whitehorse The ultimate Taylor Swift dance party to celebrate her brand new album! Dancing to Taylor’s new album + all her top hits - Friendship bracelet-making - A fun photo wall for sparkly selfies and more!
Monthly 1st & 3rd Saturdays Grades 5 - 7 Junior Youth Group 7:00 PM Mountainview Church Passionate about giving kids opportunities to have fun & make new friends, while teaching them about Jesus & His great love for our world https://mountainview.church/connect/ youth
2nd and 4th Saturdays Grade 8 - 12 High School Youth Group 7:00 PM Mountainview Church A positive place for your teen to hang out on the weekend. Take part in games and activities, learn about the Bible, and deepen faith. https://mountainview.church/connect/ youth
Weekly
Tuesdays
Parent-Child Mother Goose 10:30 AM The Child Development Centre Celebrates the power and pleasure of songs, rhymes and oral stories. Bonding time with your little one or to learn for later.
Thursdays
Transformations Along The Chu Nikwän
1:30 PM Yukon Visitor Information Centre Join Amber for a free walking tour every
Pathfinder Role-Playing Game for Youth
3:30 PM Whitehorse Public Library Youth 11-17 are invited to join, no experience necessary.
Saturdays
Science Saturdays 11:00 AM Whitehorse Public Library Free Drop-In Science and STEM Activities - no need to register - For children to compete with a parent or guardian!
MEETINGS
Mon Sep 22 Climb Yukon AGM 6:30 PM Sport Yukon Come out and learn more about the organization and how they’ve been able to navigate the new gym project!
Tue Sep 23 Whitehorse Nordic Ski Society AGM 2025 6:00 PM Mount McIntyre Recreation Centre E-mail president@ whitehorsenordic.ca for more info.
Thu Sep 25 Riverdale Community Association AGM 7:00 PM Heart of Riverdale Join the RCA and make a difference in our neighbourhood and community!
Thu Sep 25 Yukon Roller Derby Association AGM 7:00 PM Sport Yukon Elect a new board of directors, reflect on this past year and discuss plans for the next. Dues paying members have voting rights. Virtual options are available.
Sun Oct 5 Whistle Bend Garden Society AGM 3:00PM Held at 5-35 Sybil Circle. We are looking for people to fill leadership positions. Help make our space better and more smoothly run in the coming years.
Mon Oct 6 Yukon Judo AGM 6:00 PM Sport Yukon Following this meeting, there will be a regular monthly meeting, and all are welcome to attend!
Weekly
Tuesdays
Rendezvous Rotary 6:30 PM Tony’s Pasta and Seafood House Meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month at Tony’s Pasta and Seafood. Come and join us for fun, and fellowship.
Thursdays
Toastmasters Decora 12:00 PM Sundogs Toastmasters Club. The club is open to all interested parties and we provide constructive feedback to help develop
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BLUEBERRY SEASON
A Blue Sky Blueberry Day at the White Pass
On the first Friday in September, I headed off into the White Pass, with my blueberry gang,
It was an unusual year, first because of the weather—so sunny and warm—and second because we were missing our fourth member, who was recovering from a shoulder injury and had to stay home. The jokes were not quite as spicy and the shrieks not quite as loud, and we wished she were with us, but we managed to have a pretty good time and came home with a collective yield of almost 50 cups!
INGREDIENTS
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 Tbsp baking powder
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1 tsp dried thyme or 1 Tbsp fresh
• 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
• 1 cup buttermilk or yogurt
• 2 large eggs
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup cream cheese, diced (freeze cream cheese for 10 minutes to make it easier to dice)
• 2 tsp butter, melted, for brushing overtop once the cornbread is baked
METHOD
4. Add wet ingredients to the flour mixture and stir with a wooden spoon, lifting from the bottom of the bowl to incorporate all of the flour.
5. Stir in the cream cheese in two batches, trying not to overmix. Spoon into the prepared pan and smooth the top.
6. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean.
7. Remove from the oven and brush the top with melted butter. Cool on a rack for 20 minutes before cutting. Serve with butter and honey for a delicious breakfast.
Makes one 8x8 pan, or 8 to 12 servings.
First you pick, then you clean
We found that the best berries were on bushes tucked away in the shade underneath the spruce and balsam fir; the berries in full sun were smaller and sometimes even withered. Getting under those branches and into the damp gullies required ever more imaginative contortions of the body, and after four hours, three sore backs were ready to call it quits.
Three passenger trains passed below our berry-picking perch and we waved our little hearts out at the folks inside, who waved back with equal enthusiasm. Why is it so fun to wave at people on a train? Or at people on the cliff who are waving at you? I don’t know why, but it sure is heartlifting.
The guy at Canada Customs asked us how far we went. We said not far, which was true, and then he asked us, “How were the berries?” Three voices chorused, “Great!”
We drank sparkling water from cans on the way home, and a funny little date-filled treat provided by our kind driver, and declared the 2025 expedition a success. Well, a qualified success because we missed our Number Four, but she’ll be back next year.
In the meantime, there’s a world of new blueberry recipes to explore, ones that don’t use too many of those precious cups. Here’s a new one.
1. Preheat oven to 375°F and butter an 8- x 8-inch baking dish. Grease an 8-inch square baking dish or line with parchment.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, salt and thyme until thoroughly combined. Add in the blueberries and toss to coat with the dry ingredients.
3. In a different bowl, whisk together buttermilk, eggs and melted butter.
Best breakfast: Blueberry Cornbread, with butter and honey
Column with
Miche Genest is a Whitehorse-based chef and writer. She is also somewhat of a gardener. Miche has also written two books: The Boreal Feast: A Culinary Journey Through The North and The Boreal Gourmet: Adventures
BLUEBERRY CORNBREAD
PHOTOS: Miche Genest
THAT WE STAY ON DIESEL FOR OUR POWER GENERATION INSTEAD OF ELECTRIFYING OUR LIVES?
The world needs more Yukon copper if we are going to transition to electrification. Yukon metals and minerals can power our lives. Ethically. Responsibly. Right here at home.
Three
days celebrating the best of Yukon art!
FRIDAY, OCT. 3
YUKON PRIZE AIR NORTH ART CRAWL 4 – 8 PM
Art exhibits, sales, live music, refreshments, and artists’ demos at more than 17 downtown Whitehorse locations!
SATURDAY, OCT. 4
A FULL DAY OF FINE ART TALKS, TOURS AND WORKSHOPS
10 –11 AM Jurors Panel: What I Look For In Contemporary Art Jean-François Bélisle, Sarah Moore Fillmore and Dr. Heather Igloliorte
11 AM Artists in Conversation Adad Hannah, Guná Jensen and Leslie Leong
12:15 PM Meet-And-Greet Lunch
1:30 PM Artist-led Tour of Finalists’ Exhibition
The six artists who are finalists for the Yukon Prize for Visual Arts will give a tour of their work at the Finalists’ Exhibition at the Yukon Arts Centre Gallery.
2:30 – 4 PM Art at the Archives – drop in to see a selection of art from the vault.
// Yukon Arts Centre, Yukon University, and Yukon Archives, University Drive, Whitehorse
CELEBRATION EVENING
CASINO MINING VIEWER’S CHOICE AWARD
Vote for your favourite artwork. The winning artist will receive the $3,000 award, to be awarded October 30.
SUNDAY, OCT. 5
OPEN ARTISTS’ STUDIOS
11 AM – 4 PM Meet local artists in their studios, see their latest work and hear the stories behind their art. Enjoy this self-guided tour at your own pace.
// Artists’ studios will be open in Whitehorse, Golden Horn, Carcross Road and Haines Junction.
// Check out our instagram or website for the studio locations
YOUTH LIFE DRAWING WORKSHOP
10 AM –12 PM Advance registration required.
// Arts Underground KIDS KREATE
( Ages 4 –11)
1– 4 PM
// Yukon Arts Centre
Saturday, October 4, 6 – 9 PM, Yukon Arts Centre
JOIN US FOR THE YUKON PRIZE AWARDS SHOW FOLLOWED BY THE FEAST OF SMALL PLATES, CELEBRATING VISUAL ARTS, PERFORMING ARTS AND CULINARY ARTS!
DON’T MISS THIS EXCEPTIONAL EVENING!
X See top-notch Yukon entertainment by the Dakhká Khwáan Dancers and Erica Dee Mah in the Yukon Arts Centre theatre and experience the first movement of Matthew Lien and Diyet’s Kluane Compositions
X Be there for the announcement of the $20,000 Yukon Prize Recipient.
X Enjoy a reception with culinary creations by six local chefs, inspired by the art of the six Yukon Prize finalists.
Tickets are limited!
Purchase yours today from the Yukon Arts Centre box office
X Create a lasting souvenir of the evening at the Portrait Parlour.
Thanks to our sponsors, all events other than the Celebration Evening are free!
Paloma W. by Alainnah Whachell.
Photo by Mark Kelly Photography.
Erik
Pinkerton Photography 2020 Mike Thomas
Discover unique spaces and businesses across the city, each transformed into vibrant showcases of local creativity. Enjoy art exhibits, live demonstrations, music, and refreshments as you wander. Don’t forget to make the most of your experience by joining the Yukon Prize and Air North Scavenger Hunt for your chance to win a round-trip flight for two!
ART CRAWL LOCATIONS
SCAVENGER HUNT CONTEST
HOW TO ENTER:
Pick up a free Air North postcard and collect stamps from at least five Art Crawl locations to qualify. You can either bring your stamped postcard to Macbride Museum, fill out a ballot, and drop it in the entry box, or scan the QR code to enter digitally. Either way, you’ll be entered for a
the way down and painted them with house paint for the top third.
From what I read, I understood that this paint would not be waterproof. Then a dog came by and peed on my test panel when it was just the first coat, and that didn’t bother it. It got me wondering how water resistant it actually was.
First coat was streaky, though once I got the water content dialed I was impressed with how it stuck to the painted surface.
Second coat was better. Then, following instructions, I sponged it with water and polished it with a yoghurt-container lid. Plastic, I guess, but they’re everywhere.
The result was a lovely textured beige colour I would never have picked as a paint chip but that gave me a feeling of satisfaction.
To test its weathering, I painted the far half of the traffic bollards in front of Raven. Check them out if you’re there. It’s hard to
My first attempt was a bit lumpy. It dries a lot lighter than it goes on!
see as the colour isn’t far off the concrete and wood themselves. I figure the top is worn off but the sides probably still have paint on them.
I painted halfway across the garden planters that my partner Dean made in our backyard, which was often watered with the sprinkler. The top seems to have worn off, but the side isn’t all that different yet.
I painted the vertical side of our wall tent. I can see some marks from water, but the paint film itself was unchanged a few weeks later.
I painted the underside of the structure that shelters our front door. It was primed first. Two coats, even without burnishing, gives me something very even. The paint shows me the places where water seeps in, but mostly, this paint is sheltered from the rain. My second coat was more watered down because I was running out of paint. I think the action of that coat partly dissolving the coat before is what made it so even.
I added red iron oxide to the paint and painted the walls behind our wood stove. This was just one coat—the pigment is also quite opaque.
Will it last? Who knows? But our plastics are lasting in our environment longer than we want them to. We don’t know what they are doing there. The clay and sand in this paint have been hanging out in this environment for a long time. When it wears out, they will be at home here.
I’ll write an update article when I have news of how these paint jobs last … maybe next spring.
If you have ideas for the Material ReCulturing column, please email them to me at materialreculturing@yahoo.com. Let’s keep trying stuff. n House paint from here cont’d from page 4
The paint goes on streaky. You can’t use a roller. Try to get the brushstrokes going in all directions.
PHOTOS: Nicole Bauberger
Red iron oxide around my wood stove, going on
Red iron oxide around the wood stove, finished
WELCOME TO FALL!
Oct 1-3 Mental Health First Aid for Northern Peoples
9 am-4:30 pm YukonU Rm T1023 CRN 90526
Oct 6-10 NEW FASD for Frontline Workers (5 days)
9 am-4:30 pm YukonU Rm C1440
90628
Oct 17 Transformational Leadership: Segment A - The Resilient Leader
9 am-12
Register by Sep 25
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Rm C1530
Oct 17 Transformational Leadership: Segment B - The Resilient Organization 1-4 pm YukonU Rm C1530
90528 $135+GST Register by Oct 10
Oct 21 Leading Through Fatigue, Complexity and Uncertainty
10-11:30 am Live Stream CRN 90522 FREE Register by Oct 17
Oct 23 NEW Conscious Aging: Transitions
9 am-4 pm Normandy Living, 468 Range Rd CRN 90651 $150+GST Register by Oct 16
Oct 28 NAVIGATING DIFFICULT CLIENT RELATIONSHIPS
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Nov 6 NEW Conscious Aging: Harvesting Wisdom from Lived Experience
9 am-4 pm Normandy Living, 468 Range Rd
Nov 7 Loss in the Workplace
8:30 am-12 pm L’AFY, 302 Strickland St.
Nov 17 De-escalating Potentially Violent Situations
9 am-4:30 pm YukonU Rm C1440
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CRN 90642
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Nov 19-20 Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
8:30 am-4:30 pm YukonU Rm C1440
Dec 2 Motivational Interviewing
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CRN 90627
CRN 90653
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ACTIVE LISTINGS
Fri Sep 27 & 28 ‘Pro-Am’ Squash Tournament Better Bodies
Registration includes, 3 matches, Friday pizza supper, Saturday breakfast and door prizes! All levels of play are welcome!
Sun Oct 5 Alvin Dixon Memorial Run/Walk/Bike 3:00 PM S.S.
Klondike National Historic Site
Participated in the Whitehorse United Church event on October 5th and contributed to the Alvin Dixon Memorial Fund.
Mondays
Judo For Jiu Jitsu 6:00 AM Eight
Days Martial Arts
Strength & Conditioning 7:30 AM Northern Strength Academy
Elderactive CGC Flexihall 9:00
AM Canada Games Centre Yukon
Elderactive has the Flexihall is Booked for you! Some activities get your heart pumping, while others get your mind engaged
Elderactive Pilates level 1 9:30 AM
Northern Lights School of Pilates tailored for seniors. Elevate wellness with gentle movement
Elderactive Pilates level 2 10:40
AM Northern Lights School of Dance
Energizing Level 2 Pilates tailored for seniors. Elevate wellness with gentle movement!. http://cuts2.com/jiacg
Noon Strength & Conditioning
12:00 PM Northern Strength Academy
Elderactive Pilates level 1 12:00
PM Northern Lights School of Pilates tailored for seniors. Elevate wellness with gentle movement
Indoor Cycling 12:05 PM Northern Strength Academy northernstrength.ca/
Muay Thai Kickboxing Eight Days
Martial Arts 12:05 PM The art of 8 limbs, Muay Thai Kickboxing has proven itself to be the go to striking style of many martial arts champions.
Kids Muay Thai 4:45 PM Eight Days Martial Arts KIDS MUAY THAI a dynamic and engaging martial art that can be traced to the middle of the 18th century. Open to ages 8 - 12.
Broga - Yoga for Men 5:30 PM
Centred - Yoga Breath Sound Chant Drum Dance Breathing, stretching, moving, strengthening, decompressing, inverting, balance work, manly self-care at its finest. Email malbacph@hotmail.com for more info.
Strength & Conditioning 5:30 PM
Northern Strength Academy
Ladies Kickboxing 6:00 PM Eight Days Martial Arts
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 7:30 PM Eight Days Martial Arts
Tuesdays
Strength for Endurance 6:00 AM
Northern Strength Academy Join our supportive running community and hone your technique, speed and pace with the Yukon’s top endurance coach. Inclusive for all levels.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 6:00 AM Eight Days Martial Arts
Ladies Lift 7:00 AM Northern Strength Academy opportunities for women to find community, learn to lift, improve performance, and build strength.
Lifting for Longevity 10:00
AM Northern Strength Academy Specifically designed for the retired population, but open to anyone.
Yoga with Barbara 10:00 AM Whitehorse United Church Drop-in, no registration required, everyone is welcome. Call 335-1996 for more info.
Strength for Endurance 12:00 PM
Northern Strength Academy Join our supportive running community and hone your technique, speed and pace with the Yukon’s top endurance coach. Inclusive for all levels.
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - drilling 12:05
PM Eight Days Martial Arts
Strength & Conditioning 1:00PM
Northern Strength Academy
Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 4:45 PM Eight Days Martial Arts
Indoor Cycling 5:00 PM Northern Strength Academy northernstrength. ca/
Ladies Lift 5:30 PM Northern
Strength Academy opportunities for women to find community, learn to lift, improve performance, and build strength.
Indoor Range Night 7:00 PM Whitehorse Rifle and Pistol Club
Muay Thai Kickboxing 7:45 PM Eight Days Martial Arts The art of 8 limbs, Muay Thai Kickboxing has proven itself to be the go to striking style of many martial arts champions.
Thursdays
Strength for Endurance 6:00 AM
Northern Strength Academy Join our supportive running community and hone your technique, speed and pace with the Yukon’s top endurance coach. Inclusive for all levels
Winter Power Hour Series 6:00 AM BrittyFit 95 Lewes Blvd Ignite your fitness regime in 50 minutes with Brittyfit
Whitehorse Archery 6:30 PM
Takhini Elementary Whitehorse Archery is a non-profit club for the recreational shooter, hunters, and those who just want to work on their skills. whitehorsearchery.com/ schedule
Yoga with Jess 7:00 PM Golden Horn Elementary School Yoga is for everyone, join a community class, beginners welcome and all equipment provided. Drop in by donation. Email yoga.jessyukon@ gmail.com
No-Gi Jiu Jitsu 7:30 PM Eight Days Martial Arts
Wednesdays
Muay Thai Kickboxing 6:00 AM
Eight Days Martial Arts Muay Thai Kickboxing full body workout. Indoor Cycling 6:30 AM Northern Strength Academy northernstrength. ca/
Morning Strength & Conditioning
7:30 AM Northern Strength Academy northernstrength.ca/
Elderactive CGC Flexihall 9:00
AM Canada Games Centre Yukon Elderactive has the Flexihall is Booked for you! Some activities get your heart pumping, while others get your mind engaged
Elderactive Pilates level 1 9:30 AM
Northern Lights School of Pilates tailored for seniors. Elevate wellness with gentle movement
Keep Fit 10:00 AM Church of the Northern Apostles Come stretch and breathe with us - only $5.00
Elderactive Pilates level 2 10:40
AM Northern Lights School of Dance
Energizing Level 2 Pilates tailored for seniors. Elevate wellness with gentle movement!. http://cuts2.com/jiacg
Noon Strength & Conditioning 12:00 PM Northern Strength Academy northernstrength.ca/
Elderactive Pilates level 1 12:00
PM Northern Lights School of Dance Energizing Level 2 Pilates tailored for seniors. Elevate wellness with gentle movement!
Ladies Kickboxing 12:05 PM
Eight Days Martial Arts Muay Thai Kickboxing full body workout.
Elderactive Intermediate Hiking 1:00 PM ElderActive Recreation Association Leisure Walking is similar to Nordic walking but is suitable for those who prefer a slower, more relaxed pace
Strength & Conditioning 5:30
PM Northern Strength Academy Functional strength class teaches compound multi-joint lifts that improve athleticism, strength, coordination, power and more.
No-Gi Jiu Jitsu 6:00 AM Eight Days Martial Arts
Ladies Lift 7:00 AM Northern Strength Academy opportunities for women to find community, learn to lift, improve performance, and build strength.
Lifting for Longevity 10:00 AM Northern Strength Academy Join our supportive running community and hone your technique, speed and pace with the Yukon’s top endurance coach. Inclusive for all levels.
Strength for Endurance 12:00 PM Northern Strength Academy Join our supportive running community and hone your technique, speed and pace with the Yukon’s top endurance coach. Inclusive for all levels
No-Gi Jiu Jitsu - drilling 12:05 PM
Eight Days Martial Arts
Strength & Conditioning 1:00 PM
Northern Strength Academy
Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 4:45 PM
Eight Days Martial Arts
Ladies Lift 5:30 PM Northern Strength Academy opportunities for women to find community, learn to lift, improve performance, and build strength
Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 6:00 PM Eight Days Martial Arts
Whitehorse Archery 6:30 PM Takhini
Elementary Whitehorse Archery is a non-profit club for the recreational shooter, hunters, and those who just want to work on their skills. www. whitehorsearchery.com/schedule No-GiJiu Jitsu 7:00 PM Eight Days Martial Arts
Fridays
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 6:00 AM Eight Days Martial Arts
Indoor Cycling 6:30 AM Northern Strength Academy northernstrength. ca/
Morning Strength & Conditioning 7:30 AM Northern Strength Academy northernstrength.ca/
Strength & Conditioning 12:00 PM
Northern Strength Academy Muay Thai Kickboxing 12:05 PM Eight Days Martial Arts The art of 8 limbs, Muay Thai Kickboxing has proven itself to be the go to striking style of many martial arts champions.
Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 4:45 PM
Eight Days Martial Arts
Strength & Conditioning 5:30 PM
Northern Strength Academy
Muay Thai Kickboxing 6:00 PM
Eight Days Martial Arts Muay Thai Kickboxing full body workout.
Saturdays
Ladies Lift 9:00 AM Northern
Strength Academy opportunities for women to find community, learn to lift, improve performance, and build strength.
Strength & Conditioning 10:00 AM
Northern Strength Academy
Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 6:00 PM Eight Days Martial Arts
Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 6:00 PM Eight Days Martial Arts
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No-Gi Jiu Jitsu - drilling 11:00 AM
Eight Days Martial Arts
Open Mat 12:00 PM Eight Days Martial Arts
WELLNESS LISTINGS
Tue Sep 23 ARKA Brotherhood Open House – Intro to Men’s Work
7:00 PM Yukon Literacy Centre Join a men’s group - We inspire men to improve their relationships, take accountability for their lives, and become trustworthy leaders.
Wed Sep 24 Living with Loss - free workshop 6:00 PM Normandy Living Learn about the nature of grief and the various ways it can impact people with different kinds of loss. https:// hospiceyukon.net/en/2023/07/07/ livingwithlosstogether/
Fri Oct 3 Master Yang Jun Seminar
9:00 AM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre
3-day seminar on the 103 movement Traditional Yang Family Tai Chi Chuan hand form, Master Yang Jun will delve into the theory, philosophy, principles, techniques and skills of the discipline. https://www.taichiyukon.com/masteryang-jun
Elder and Counselor available
Emotional and Spiritual support, free to Indigenous women, girls, 2 spirited in Yukon, Northern BC: Phone, video appointments or in person. Call Toll Free 866 667 6162 or visit www.yawc.ca for info.
Monthly
Every other Tuesday Sharing Circle
12:00 PM Old Justice Building KDFN Every other Tuesday for recovery focused sharing circles. Connect, share challenges and gains, and access support and wisdom. Snacks and refreshments served. whatsupyukon.events/4en
Mondays
Sally and Sisters 11:00 AM Salvation Army 311 Black St Yukon Aboriginal Women’s Council A welcoming environment where women and their children can enjoy a hot meal.
AA “Joy of Living Group” (O) 12:00 PM 305 Wood St. Captain Martin House
Infant Feeding Mondays 1:00 PM Yukon Midwifery Program - Yukon Health and Social Services
AA Life Ahead (O, A) 7:00 PM 509 Hanson St. Held in person or by zoom – ID 251-363-5766, call 778-907-2701 for more info.
AA New Beginnings Group (OM, NS) 8:00 PM Sacred Heart - Rear Entrance - basement
Tuesdays
Sally and Sisters 11:00 AM Salvation Army 311 Black St Yukon Aboriginal Women’s Council A welcoming environment where women and their children can enjoy a hot meal.
VFWC - Drop-In 11:00 AM Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre Drop-In includes Laundry and Shower.
AA “Joy of Living Group” (O) 12:00
PM 305 Wood St. Captain Martin House
TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly) 6:00 PM 100 25 Firth Rd Want to improve or maintain a healthy weight? Join us! Every Wednesday morning. Call or text 867-334-1725 for more details
AA Happy Hour Ladies Group (W, A) 6:15 PM Inclusion Yukon
Ugly Ducklings Group (O,A) 8:00
PM Christ Church Cathedral Held in person or Zoom ID 251 363 5766 no passcode or by phone 1-778-9072071
Wednesdays
TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly)
8:00 AM Closeleigh Manor Common Room Want to improve or maintain a healthy weight? Call or text 867-3341725 for more details
VFWC - Drop-In 11:00 AM Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre Drop-In includes Laundry and Shower.
Community Kitchen 11:30 AM Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre Hot nutritious meals to-go, a free, lowbarrier, program for women identifying individuals and children. Call 6672693 for more info
AA “Joy of Living Group” (O) 12:00
PM 305 Wood St. Captain Martin House (Back Entrance)
Al-Anon 12:00 PM 407 Black Street, downstairs Al-Anon is a mutual support program for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking.
AA No Puffin (C, A) 7:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral (Hellaby Hall)
AA Porter Creek Step Meeting (C) 8:00 PM Our Lady of Victory
Thursdays
Sally and Sisters 11:00 AM Salvation
Army 311 Black St Yukon Aboriginal Women’s Council A welcoming environment where women and their children can enjoy a hot meal.
VFWC - Drop-In 11:00 AM Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre Drop-In includes Laundry and Shower.
AA “Joy of Living Group” (O) 12:00
PM 305 Wood St. Captain Martin House (Back Entrance)
OPEN Wed-Sun 1pm-9pm OPEN Mon-Fri 9am-5pm
Sept 23, Oct 7, 21
New Member Orientation
5PM-6PM
Sept 23, Oct 7, 21
Woodshop Orientation
6:30PM-9PM
Sept 25, Oct 30 Repair Cafe
6PM-9PM Oct 1 Welcome Wednesday 11AM-11:30AM
Please see Yukonstruct.com for more info!
Polar Group (O, A) 7:30 PM 311
Elliott St. & 4th Ave. Held in person or Zoom ID 251 363 5766 no passcode or by phone 1-778-907-2071
Fridays
Moth & Flame - Bright Light
Morning Meditation Series 9:00 AM Queer Yukon Society - The Cache
AA “Joy of Living Group” (O) 12:00
PM 305 Wood St. Captain Martin House (Back Entrance)
VFWC – Drop-In 1:30 PM Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre FREE! Drop-In. A safe welcoming space. Drop-in includes laundry and shower access.
Community Kitchen 5:00 PM
Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre
Hot nutritious meals to-go, a free, lowbarrier, program for women identifying individuals and children. Call 6672693 for more info.
AA Whitehorse Group (C, A) 7:00 PM 407 B Ogilvie Street
Saturdays
AA Morning Joe Group (C, A) 11:00
AM Inclusion Yukon
AA Detox Meeting (O, A) 1:00 PM 609 Steele St
VFWC – Drop-In 1:30 PM Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre FREE! Drop-In. A safe welcoming space. Drop-in includes laundry and showers.
Community Kitchen 5:00 PM
Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre
Hot nutritious meals to-go, a free, lowbarrier, program for women identifying individuals and children. Call 6672693 for more info.
AA Hospital Meeting 7:00 PM #5 Hospital Rd. Room 1212
Sundays
AA Detox Meeting (O, A)1:00 PM 609 Steele St.
AA Hospital Meeting (O, A) 7:00 PM #5 Hospital Rd. Room 1212
All Northern. All Fun.
EVENTS PROMOTERS
What’s Up Yukon is now a local option to sell your tickets on-line!
Help Shape Yukon’s Future
Health Canada is seeking Yukon residents to be considered as a federal nominee to the Yukon Water Board, the sole regulator of the use of water and deposit of waste into water in the Yukon.
Applicants must have knowledge or experience relevant to the mandate of the Yukon Water Board, such as experience with Northern boards, cultural awareness, engaging and consulting with Northerners/First Nations and use of traditional knowledge in decision making. Board members must be able to participate in monthly meetings and to accommodate unanticipated increases in related commitments and duties. Appointments will be made for a three-year term. Board members receive honoraria and eligible travel expenses from the Yukon government.
As part of Health Canada’s commitment to diversity and inclusion, individuals of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply, including those of diverse ethnicities, communities, genders and abilities.
If you are interested in being a member on the Yukon Water Board, please send an email to water_eau@hc-sc.gc.ca with the following:
■ Curriculum vitae (CV) & contact information
■ A brief cover letter demonstrating how your knowledge or experience is relevant
Application deadline: October 9, 2025
Those received after this date may be retained and considered for future nominations to the Yukon Water Board. Applications in English or French are welcome.
For more information on the Yukon Water Board, visit https://yukonwaterboard.ca or https://yukon.ca/en/your-government/boards-and-committees/water-board-yukon
STEEL TOES AND SUCCESS STORIES
Yukon Women in Trades and Technology celebrates 25 years
In August 2000, a group of women had a vision that seemed almost revolutionary for its time: What if young women across the Yukon could see themselves operating heavy machinery and building the territory’s future with their own hands?
Twenty-five years later, that vision has transformed into Yukon Women in Trades and Technology (YWITT), an organization that has persistently chipped away at one of Canada’s most stubborn gender gaps. YWITT was co-founded by Betty Irwin, a program director for YWITT from 2000 till 2009.
On Oct. 3, YWITT will be celebrating their 25th anniversary by inviting the community to a barbecue, with lawn games and more. “Dust off your going-out Carhartts, don your fanciest steel toes” reads the invitation, a playful nod to an organization that has never taken itself too seriously while tackling very serious issues.
The numbers tell a compelling story according to the press release. When YWITT held its first Young Women Exploring Trades Conference at the then Yukon College in 2000, few could have predicted the ripple effects. Back then it was a one-day event. Now it has evolved into a cornerstone event that takes students out of classrooms and into businesses, to meet women working in the field.
YWITT’s impact expands far beyond annual conferences. In 2006, Yukon College, YWITT and the territory partnered to develop the Women Exploring Trades and Technology program at the Yukon College, a 16-week introductory course offered by Yukon College
and designed to introduce women to technologies and trades.
“Over the past 25 years, we’ve seen individuals journey through our programs at different touchpoints, some starting as students in our after-school programs and growing into Red Seal journeypeople and instructors; and others engaging with our adult programming and taking the leap into the skilled trades as a second career avenue,” says Jodie McGregor, YWITT’s executive director. She adds that having YWITT’s support network has helped so many community members to grow and thrive.
The stories that emerge from YWITT programs are success stor-
ies, as it reads in their press release: In 2011, Maureen Moorse, described as “a trailblazer for apprenticing in carpentry in the Yukon,” led a team of 11 women ranging from their mid-twenties to early sixties in building a greenhouse at the Dawson City Women’s Shelter. The same year, female inmates at the Whitehorse Correctional Centre built a greenhouse for the Whitehorse Community Garden.
These initiatives reveal something significant about the YWITT philosophy: They meet people where they are. Whether it is Grade 8 students learning sheet metal work through the Cool Tools program (later rebranded as
Power Up!), women gathering for bicycle-maintenance workshops, or welding programs designed for women and non-binary individuals—YWITT has consistently adapted to community needs.
When asked what YWITT’s most significant achievement in advancing equity in trades and technology has been, Jodie McGregor says, “With equity work there isn’t usually one significant indicator that creates change. The growth and advancement has happened throughout the twenty-five years of small changes, with the goal of making a more equitable trades environment for our current and future community members.”
According to the press release,
across Canada, women’s registration in trades schools has steadily increased, year over year, but then there is a drop-off. Women experience higher attrition rates in apprenticeship programs and aren’t staying in trades. The reasons are discrimination, harassment or isolation. YWITT’s response: Their “Building Strong Leaders” program that includes all genders, operating on the principle that great leaders create great workplaces. McGregor explains what this looks like in practice “Recognizing the unique challenges faced by women and gender-diverse people in trades, the program also built resilience skills to help these leaders sustain their efforts, over time, without burning out. Perhaps most importantly, by giving participants tools to support others’ leadership journeys, YWITT created a ripple effect where more people are now better equipped to mentor and develop other tradeswomen and gender-diverse tradespeople. We have also seen some of these participants thrive in skill-sharing in our youth and adult programming,” says McGregor.
As YWITT celebrates 25 years, their vision for the future stays rooted in practical action. “Going forward, the organization’s commitment to working with and for tradespeople demonstrates our serious intent to scale this impact,” McGregor notes, suggesting their model of community-based leadership development can create lasting social change.
On Oct. 3, from 5 to 8 p.m., everyone is invited for an evening of community and celebration to ring in YWITT’s 25th year and to honour all those who helped YWITT to go where it is today. The event will feature lawn games, a barbecue, a Kids Craft Zone, face painting and more. It will take place at Mount Sima, 770 Mount Sima Road, in Whitehorse. n
Lisa, a YWITT instructor, supports Taku River Tlingit First Nation citizens and Atlin community members in building planter boxes for the community
Elke Reinauer is a writer, based in Germany, with strong ties to the Yukon.
Freelance with Elke Reinauer
An instructor supporting youth in carpentry skills at a Young Women Exploring Trades Conference
Two youth exploring the trades at the Youth & Women Exploring Trades Conference
An instructor supports youth in carpentry skills at the 25th Young Women Exploring Trades Conference
Fridays & Saturdays September 26 - October 18 7:00pm - 1:00am
Upcoming Special Events:
Saturday September 27
CFYT Talent Night
Doors: 7:00pm Show: 8:00pm
Can you juggle, dance, sing, or shout?
Well, prove it! Show off your talent on the big stage at Diamond Tooth Gerties and get judged by an esteemed panel of Dawsonites.
Saturday October 11
Disco Dance Party
Doors: 7:00pm Show: 8:00pm
Disco fever is back! Come dance the night away at the Disco Dance Party, with the Major Funk Orchestra!
Dress to impress in your disco best!
ATLIN
Sundays
St. Martins Anglican Church Sunday Service 10:00 AM St. Martins Anglican Church Everyone is welcome.
Atlin Christian Assembly 11:00 AM St. Atlin Christian Centre Everyone is welcome. St. Joseph Catholic Mission Holy Mass 3:00 PM St. Joseph Catholic Mission.
Mondays
Caregiver & Tot Drop-in 10:00 AM Atlin
Recreation Centre This is an unstructured hour for You and your Littles to get social and run wild. This IS NOT a drop off, all children must be accompanied by an adult. Call or email 993-4102 atlinarc.coordinator@gmail. com for more info.
Yukon Communities:
Wednesdays AA Yukon Unity (OM) 3:00
PM Online Yukon Health Centers, Live Video
Meeting Beaver Creek, Carcross, Carmacks, Dawson City, Destruction Bay, Faro, Haines Junction, Mayo, Old Crow, Pelly Crossing, Ross River, Teslin, Watson Lake. Online users’ sign in info: yukonbcdistrict52@gmail. com
CARCROSS
Second Sunday of Every Month St. Saviour’s Church Services 2:00 pm St. Saviour Church 867-668-3129
First Friday of the month Mother Goose Group 11:00 AM Haa Shagóon Hídi (Our Ancestors House) Carcross/Tagish Learning Centre Learn stories, songs, and rhymes, lunch provided. Suitable for babies and children 5 and under. Please bring along a water bottle and blanket to sit on. To register, call 332-2389. https://whatsupyukon.events/ jwf
Wednesdays Yoga with Richard Mueller 12:00 PM Carcross Firehall Free for everyone some fitness required.
Thursdays Yoga with Jess Ghùch Tlâ Community School Beginners welcome, all equipment provided. Drop-in, Free admission! For more info email yogajessyukon@gmail. com.
CARMACKS
Pick up your copies of What’s Up Yukon at: Sunshine Restaurant
• Carmacks Rec Centre
• CDC / CIBC Bank
• Tatchun Center General Store
Mon Sep 22 Red Cross First Aid & CPR
AED - Level C Yukon University Carmacks Campus Many jobs require First Aid, so it’s great to have on your Resume. Call 867-8800 or email CarmacksCampus@yukonu.ca
Mon Sep 29 Creative Connections - Adults 6:00 PM Carmacks Recreation Centre Art classes resume with watercolour techniques! Email emilyestudios@outlook.com for more info.
Fri Oct 3 Helen Knott - Indigenous Book
Club 12:30 PM Carmacks Library We welcome Helen Knott In Conversation with Cheyenne Kaiser-Conant, with Q&A as she presents Becoming A Matriarch, the bestselling follow-up to the award-winning, bestselling debut, In My Own Moccasins. https://yukonlibraries.ca/event/14639446
First & Third Tuesdays of Every Month
Carmacks Regular Council Meeting 7:00 PM Carmacks Municipal Building
Mondays
Carmacks Library 1:00 PM
After School Club 3:30 PM Carmacks
Carmacks Minor Hockey Association 5:00
PM Carmacks Rec Centre
Pickleball 6:00 PM Carmacks Rec Centre
Badminton 6:00 PM Carmacks Rec Centre
Basketball 7:00 PM Carmacks Rec Centre
Fridays
After School Club 3:30 PM Carmacks
Recreation Centre
Open Court 5:00 PM Carmacks Rec Centre
Teen Night 6:00 PM Carmacks Rec Centre
Volleyball 6:30 PM Carmacks Rec Centre
Ping Pong + Foosball Night Carmacks
Recreation Centre
Saturdays Tiny Toes Tea Time 1:00 PM Carmacks Rec Centre
Open Court 3:00 PM Carmacks Rec Centre
FARO
Pick up your copies of What’s Up Yukon at:
• Campbell Region Interpretive Centre
• Liquor Store
• Van Gorda
Thu Sep 25 Arctic Winter Games in your Community Faro Michael Jay the Fox will be along for the fun as we visit schools and connect with the community. A free community BBQ with games, prizes!
First and Third Tuesday of every month Faro
Council Meeting 7:00 PM Town of Faro
Tuesdays
Parent & Tot 10:00 AM Faro Recreation Centre
Open Gym 1:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre
Aquafit 1:00 PM Faro Swimming Pool
Public Swim 2:00 PM Faro Swimming Pool
Kids Club 3:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre
Adult Floor Hockey 7:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre
Wednesdays
Centre
Clayton’s CAR CARE Tips
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Recreation Centre
Open Court 5:00 PM Carmacks Rec Centre
Floor Hockey 5:30 PM Carmacks Rec Centre
Bakers & Makers 6:00 PM Carmacks School
14+ Floor Hockey 7:00 PM Carmacks Rec Centre
Tuesdays
Carmacks Library 1:00 PM
Open Court 1:00 PM Carmacks Rec Centre
After School Club 3:30 PM Carmacks
Recreation Centre
Open Court 5:00 PM Carmacks Rec Centre
Adult Social 5:00 PM Carmacks Rec Centre
Carmacks Minor Hockey Association 5:00 PM Carmacks Rec Centre
Drop-in Basketball 5:00 PM Carmacks Rec Centre
Volleyball 7:00 PM Carmacks Rec Centre
Wednesdays
Family Play Group (Ages 0-5) 10:00 AM Carmacks Rec Centre
Carmacks Library 1:00 PM
After School Club 3:30 PM Carmacks
Recreation Centre
Open Court 5:00 PM Carmacks Rec Centre
Archery 6:00 PM Carmacks School
Shinny Night 14+ 7:00 PM Carmacks
Recreation Centre
Thursdays
Carmacks Library 1:00 PM
After School Club 3:30 PM Carmacks
Recreation Centre
Open Court 5:00 PM Carmacks Rec Centre
Seniors Games & Walks 1:00 PM Faro
Recreation Centre. The gym is open for seniors who would like to improve their fitness goals.
Aquafit 1:00 PM Faro Swimming Pool
Public Swim 2:00 PM Faro Swimming Pool
Fitness Fun for Seniors 2:00 PM Faro
Recreation Centre
Pickleball 2:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre
Volleyball 3:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre
Basketball 7:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre
Thursdays
Parent & Tot 10:00 AM Faro Recreation
Centre
Open Gym 1:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre
Aquafit 1:00 PM Faro Swimming Pool
Public Swim 2:00 PM Faro Swimming Pool
Girls Club 3:20 PM St. Elias Community School Held in the art room, open to Girls and identifying as Girls from Grade 8 to 12. BGC Rec in the Gym 3:30 PM St. Elias Community School Haines Junction Hoobeedoo 6:30 PM The Mezzanine
Seniors Yoga 2:00
DAWSON CITY 9 9
Pick up your copies of What’s Up Yukon at:
• Dawson City General Store
Fri Sep 26 Dawson City Museum Show & Tell 3:00 PM Dawson City Museum Guests of all ages will enjoy special access to Museum spaces and collections, while staff share fresh projects, untold stories, and a deeper look at Dawson’s past. Enjoy refreshments and enter to win door prizes, too. https://culturedays.ca/en/ events/e82f50b5-50b8-4e92-9a23691057be2eeb
Fri Oct 3 Sarah Harmer - Live Concert 7:30 PM Dënäkär Zho KIAC Ballroom Sarah Harmer, a multiple award-winning, platinum-selling singersongwriter and environmental activist. Canadian singer opening with an opening set by Corbin Murdoch! https:// kiac.ca/calendar-of-events/sarahharmer-live-at-denakar-zho-klondikeinstitute-of-art-culture/ Mon Oct 6 Beginner Handbuilding Pinch Pot Workshop 6:00 PM Klondike Institute of Art and Culture (KIAC) A free Beginner Handbuilding Pinch Pot Workshop with Catherine Lalonde in the KIAC Classroom.
Sat Oct 11 Disco Dance Party featuring the Major Funk Orchestra! 7:00 PM Diamond Tooth Gerties A little Yukon tour to boot featuring dancers, vocalists, a string section, DJs and more. Each show is a unique line up!
Weekly
Mondays
Handbuilding Pottery Drop-in 6:30-9
PM Self-guided group studio time for those who have some knowledge and experience with pottery. Newcomers are welcome, though little instruction is provided. KIAC Classroom, back door
Drop-In Pickleball 5:30 PM Robert Service School
Tuesdays
Play Bridge 1:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre
North of 60 Seniors Coffee and Chat 2:00
PM Marsh Lake Community Centre
Yoga with Richard Mueller 5:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Free for everyone some fitness required.
Wednesdays
South of 6 10:00 AM Marsh Lake Community Centre Thursdays
6:00 PM Marsh
Centre
Pick up your copies of What’s Up Yukon at:
Adult Drop-In Basketball 7:45 PM
Robert Service School Ages 16+ -Free Call 993-7400 ext 299 for more info.
Tuesdays
St Paul’s Anglican Church Morning
Prayer 9:00 AM St Paul’s Anglican
Church Join us in person at the church, or online (Facebook Live)
St Paul’s Anglican Church Evening
Prayer 5:00 PM St Paul’s Anglican
Church Join us in person at the church, or online (Facebook Live)
Hand-Building Pottery Drop-In 6:30
PM Klondike Institute of Art and Culture
(KIAC) Self-guided group studio time for those with some experience with pottery. Newcomers are welcome, little instruction is provided.
Wednesdays
St Paul’s Anglican Church Morning
Prayer 9:00 AM St Paul’s Anglican
Church Join us in person at the church, or online (Facebook Live)
St Paul’s Anglican Church Evening
Prayer 5:00 PM St Paul’s Anglican
Church Join us in person at the church, or online (Facebook Live)
Welcome Wednesday Supper and Games 6:00 PM St Paul’s Anglican
Church
QYS Drop-in 1:00 PM DCMF Office
Screen Printing Drop-in 6:00 PM
Klondike Institute of Art & Culture KIAC
Classroom (enter via backdoor) Selfguided group studio time for those who have some knowledge and experience with screen printing.
Dawson City Disc Golf League 8:00
PM Crocus Bluff Disc Golf Course simple, welcoming league for all skill levels
Thursdays
CDC Toddler Program 10:00 AM
Klondike Institute of Arts & Culture
KIAC Free drop-In for kids 5 & under with parent/guardian Story time & free play!
Drop-in Volleyball 7:30 PM Robert
Service School Ages 13+ - Free
Fridays
Cards & Conversation 1:00 PM Royal
Canadian Legion Branch 1 Dawson City Free! Drop-In! No registration necessary. whatsupyukon.events/ dawson-legion-8336c3
Open Studio Drop-in 1:00 PM
Klondike Institute of Art and Culture (KIAC) Enjoy KIAC’s bright, airconditioned space to create and focus on your artistic practice. Even betterwe’ve waived the drop-in fee this day.
Drop-in Bouldering 6:00 PM Robert Service School Free - drop-in - all ages
Saturdays
Youth Parkour Tumbling 12:30 PM
Robert Service School All AgesFree – Drop-In. Children 10 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Open Studio – Drop In 1:00 PM
Klondike Institute of Art & Culture KIAC Classroom (enter via backdoor) Space to create and focus on your artistic practice.
AA North Star Group (O, A) Dawson City 7:00 PM Royal Canadian Legion
Sundays
Anglican Church Service 10:30 AM
Anglican Church Service at St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Dawson City. Corner of Front and Church Streets at St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Dawson City
Adult Drop-In Basketball 6:00 PM
Robert Service School Ages 16+ - Free - Call 993-7400 ext 299 for more info.
Fridays Skagway Teen Night 6:30 PM Skagway
Public Library
Sundays
Sunday Worship 10:00 AM First
Presbyterian Church of Skagway
Sunday School 4:00 PM First Presbyterian Church of Skagway
TAGISH
First Monday of every month Carcross
Tagish Renewable Resources Council 1:00
PM Tagish Fire Hall
First Monday of every month Tagish Advisory Council 8:00 AM Tagish Fire Hall
Third Wednesday of every month Tagish
Community Association 7:00 PM Tagish Fire Hall
Every 2nd Wednesday Coffee And Chat 2:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Held every 2nd Wednesday at the Rink
Second Thursday of every month Tagish Local Advisory Council 7:00 PM
Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday Tagish
Wheely Great Community Library 12:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Site
Thursdays
Tagish Local Advisory Council Meeting 7:00 PM Tagish Fire Hall
TESLIN
Mondays
Teslin Tigers Cross Country Ski Club 3:15 PM Teslin Recreation Centre
Co-Ed Curling League 6:30 & 8:00
An immersive afternoon to study Salix spp. and their medicine. For more info about the workshop, contact harvester@nomadicharvests.com. http:// www.nomadicharvests.com
1st Tuesday
Community Centre Mondays Run Club 6:00 PM Lorne Mountain Community Centre
LAC
Lorne
Yoga with Jess 7:00 PM Mount Lorne Community Centre Yoga is for everyone, join a community class, beginners welcome and all equipment provided. Drop in by donation. Email yoga.jessyukon@gmail. com
Tuesdays
Active Fun Fitness Class - Drop In 6:30 PM Mount Lorne Community Centre
Improve your balance, flexibility, strength and endurance in this indoor class led by Colleen Ennis. Drop in, admission by donation. Suitable for mature youth & adults. https://whatsupyukon.events/fhm
Thursdays
Community Drop In 11:00 AM Mount
Lorne Community Centre
Run Club 6:00 PM Mount Lorne Community Centre
LMCA Tennis Drop-In 7:00 PM Mount
Lorne Community Centre All equipment provided, all ages and abilities welcome!
OLD CROW
Mondays
Men’s Night At The Rec Centre 6:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre
Tuesdays
Kids Gym 3:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre
Adult Sewing 6:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre
Youth Gym 6:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre
Wednesdays
Stroller Walks 10:00 AM Kih Tsal
Parent and Tots 4:00 PM Old Crow Community Center Call 966-3015 for more info.
Adult Card Game Night 6:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre
Sundays St. Luke’s Church Service 11:00 AM St. Luke’s Church 867-993-5381
ROSS RIVER
Fri Sep 26 Arctic Winter Games in your Community Ross River Michael Jay the Fox will be along for the fun as we visit schools and connect with the community. A free community BBQ with games, prizes!
Mondays
Adult Softball 7:00 PM Baseball Field Ages 16+ Bring your glove, and friends - no experience needed.
Tuesdays
Sewing Night 7:00 PM The Hope Centre
Street Hockey 7:00 PM Ross River School Open to all ages and skill levels
Wednesdays
Family Bible Study 8:00 PM The Hope Centre
Thursdays
Community Softball Nights 7:00 PM Baseball Field Come out and have some fun, fitness and community spirit! All ages welcome.
Fridays
Family Game Night- Coffee House 9:00 PM The Hope Centre
Sundays Church Service 12:00 PM The Hope Centre
SKAGWAY Alaska
Wednesdays
Women’s Morning Worship 7:00 AM First Presbyterian Church of Skagway All are welcome. Part of the Alaska Presbytery and the PC U.S.A.
Windy Valley Babies 10:30 AM Skagway
Public Library Stories, Songs, and Fun with Ms. Anna! Designed for ages 0-3.
Wendy Morrison is often found on a stand-up
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TAAGISH MÉNÉ (TAGISH LAKE)
A “wishbone” of wonder
During the 2024 paddle season, I celebrated my milestone 50th birthday by paddling over 50 Yukon lakes. The information gathered was used to create the 50 Lakes Yukon guidebook, now available for purchase online and in local shops. In this final article in the summer series highlighting notable Yukon lakes, Tagish Lake is profiled for those seeking an epic fall destination to enjoy jaw-dropping 360-degree views and autumn colours. While it’s hard to forget that you’re paddling a lake named for the howling sound made by the wind in the rocks across the lake, there are calmer days to be enjoyed on Tagish Lake—still moments when you can float and turn in any direction to enjoy endless mountain landscapes and slopes bathed in colour.
This transboundary lake spans
both the Yukon and British Columbia, with approximately twothirds of it located in B.C. It lies within the Traditional Territories of the Carcross/Tagish First Nation, in the Yukon, and the Taku River Tlingit First Nation in B.C. At 119 kilometres in length, Taagish Méné is the longest and deepest lake in the Yukon, and also one of its largest.
Shaped like a wishbone, it features several basins, including Nares Lake, Graham Inlet and Moose Arm. The Taku Arm, which extends to the east, is accessible only by water. Notably, a meteorite measuring four metres in diameter and weighing 56 tons, fell onto the frozen Taku Arm in 2000 and is now part of the University of Alberta’s meteorite collection.
The western arm, Tséi Zhéłe’ Méné’ (Windy Arm), offers accessible recreation but is known for its high winds. Tagish Lake is all about the majesty, whether you’re on its waters, shores or hiking nearby trails. The Déi Łèiłú
(Butterfly Trail) offers a short loop in the Conrad Campground; while the Sam McGee Trail, across from the Klondike Highway, leads into the alpine below Montana Mountain. Nares Mountain, to the east of Carcross, also gives hikers breathtaking views of the lake.
The Tagish River/Taagish Too’e/Taagish Héeni Habitat Protection Area, also known as Six Mile or Tagish Narrows, stretches nearly seven kilometres between Marsh Lake and Tagish Lake. This area is important for migratory birds, including swans, geese and ducks, that rely on it for feeding in the spring. The waters also support various species of wildlife, including beavers, muskrats, fish and a range of carnivores along the shores. Taagish Méné drains northward through the Tagish
Enjoy a wall of fall colours in every direction
River, flowing into Marsh Lake and then into the Yukon River.
You can access Tagish Lake’s Windy Arm from the South Klondike Highway, Turn east at km 90 into the Conrad Camp-
ground. Or continue on to km 77, to the Yukon-B.C. border pullout. To access the north end of the lake, head to Tagish, to launch points on either side of the
River Bridge. n
Tagish
Taagish Méné (Tagish Lake) offers spectacular views in every direction
PHOTOS: Wendy Morrison
column with Wendy Morrison
paddleboard on a Yukon lake. Her target
10,000 more hours on the water, whether it brings mastery or not.
The southern tip of Tagish Lake (northern B.C.) with southern views of snowy mountains
View of Bove Island, on Windy Arm, from the South Klondike Viewpoint
