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A KLONDIKE KORNER

After three decades in classrooms in Beaver Creek, Faro and Dawson, Dan Davidson retired to continue writing, as he had been all those years. Please send comments about his stories to dawson@whatsupyukon.com.

EXPLORING FADING MEMORIES AT THE ODD GALLERY “I can feel you forgetting” as the photo plates succumb to rust PHOTOS: Dan Davidson

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dee accessing his QR Code status on his cellphone before he could be admitted. Happily, it took him about three minutes.

Secondly, the talk for the Gathering/Tethering exhibit was a mixed live and virtual presentation.

Ursula Handleigh, fully masked, as were all dozen members of the audience, was on hand to explain her part of the show.

Anna Heywood-Jones, who lives in Vancouver, and is currently Artist in Residence (coFood Vancouver), was visible and audible from a laptop computer next to Handleigh.

The audience, after enjoying an unobstructed wander around the room to view the five parts of the joint exhibit, seated themselves in some chairs which were carried in and placed from the room at the back of the building.

Handleigh and Heywood-Jones spent the next 45 minutes or so talking about the various segments of the exhibit.

The room was dominated by two items in particular.

“Traces”, is a hand-woven, silk, linen, wool, and rayon multicoloured hanging, looped across most of the room’s width, shading between off-white and indigo.

Heywood-Jones said she was attempting to symbolize some of her father’s life experience.

On the south wall of the room there is a shelf carrying a variety of things connected to her parents that she has collected and called “Structures of Loss”. These memory bits include bits of clay, charcoal, cordage, knots, paper, photographs, plants, stones and textiles, each grouping accompanied by a card with a short description and a bit of verse.

The purpose of the collection is, as described in the brief program note, an attempt “to acknowledge and reckon with the process of incremental loss.”

Both artists are attempting the same thing within the framework of their individual disciplines.

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Heywood-Jones and Handleigh shared the presentation, actually and virtually ever-evolving anthology of lived experience.”

Handleigh comes at the idea through the use of photography.

The second piece dominating the room is entitled “I can feel you forgetting” and deals with Handleigh’s father’s advancing

Alzheimer’s deterioration.

The shelf, suspended at the height where breath would flow across it, consists “of ninety-eight photographic plates. They exist as living photographs.

“Rust, cultivated through a single exhale of breath, initiates a continual state of documentation. Presented at breath’s height,

these photographs are never fixed. Taking in the air that surrounds them, iron becoming ironoxide, they bear weight as they decompose.”

“In the Spaces Between Loss” is Handleigh’s other large piece, resembling nothing so much as

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Cordage, Photo and stone – image “In the spaces between loss” is a quilt made of photographic squares q

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are created from the duration of the time each piece is held in hand. Sewn and assembled during a time of mourning and loss, this quilt is an embodiment of touch.”

The very last, and smallest, part of the exhibit is just inside the entry way, the image of forget-me-not flower grown from seeds sent by Handleigh’s grandmother, which arrived two weeks after her death.

There are brief biographical notes in the teo page program, which also includes a map of the room.

Handleigh is a Tkaronto Scarborough-born artist, of Filipino mixed-ancestry, currently living and working in K’jipuktuk / Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Anna Heywood-Jones is an artist and educator based in Vancouver, BC on the traditional, ancestral and unceded territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, and səlilwətaɬ Nations.

Handleigh’s practice explores questions of identity and how the role of memory, ancestral knowledge, and storytelling can be used to reconstruct archives and preserve histories.

Through her work, HeywoodJones explores the complex relationship between human and botanical spheres, articulated through textile materials and processes. Her practice is also dedicated to witnessing the slow loss of her father and the growth of her infant son. n

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CATARACT SURGERY A modern medical miracle

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here are only two things you need to know if you are considering cataract surgery to prevent spending your retirement years like Mr. Magoo looking for Bugs Bunny: 1.) The procedure has a solid success rate of 87%, which are pretty good odds, and: 2.) This delicate eye operation has been around longer than the word of God. Here is the thumbnail after hours of internet research:

Ancient Babylonia Cataract surgery was first mentioned in the Babylonian code of Hammurabi 1750 BC.

Ancient Egypt Possibly the first depiction of cataract surgery in recorded history is on a statue from the fifth dynasty (2467-2457 BC).

Ancient Greece Galen, of Pergamon, 2nd century AD, a prominent Greek physician, surgeon and philosopher, performed an operation similar to modern cataract surgery.

Ancient India A form of cataract surgery, now known as “couching”, was found in ancient India and subsequently introduced to other countries by the Indian physician Sushruta (c.

6th century BCE), who described it in his work the Compendium of Sushruta or Sushruta Samhita.

Ancient China The removal of cataracts by surgery was also introduced into China from India, and flourished in the Sui (581–618 CE) and Tang dynasties (618–907 CE).

Ancient Europe The first references to cataract and its treatment in Europe are found in 29 AD in De Medicinae,

the work of the Latin encyclopedist Aulus Cornelius Celsus.

Ancient Persia The removal of the clouded lens by suction through a hollow instrument was described by the 10th-century Persian physician Muhammad ibn Zakariya al-Razi, who attributed it to Antyllus, a 2nd-century Greek physician. The procedure “required a large incision in the eye, a hollow needle, and an assistant with an extraordinary lung capacity.”

Modern Yukon Reassured by such an impressive historical resume your diligent reporter, who was diagnosed with cataracts in Whitehorse on November 2, 2019, made a quick decision to get on the “pending list” for surgery sometime in early 2020 which, of course, was postponed indefinitely by the sudden and unexpected onset of a new viral pandemic you may have heard or read about.

At the time your retired escriber (sports mostly but also other more serious subjects like history and politics), was halfway through his ski racing memoirs which had stalled at the 1988 Calgary Winter Olympics then stopped completely when it finally became apparent that “cataracts” was just a medical term which means “you’re going blind.” I could no longer see the letters on my various keyboards

by March of 2020 as the Covid lion was beginning to roar. Since I never learned how to write by braille during my long literary journey, the unfinished Memoirs went the way of Mr. Magoo’s wife as the lights faded but didn’t go out entirely. Ironically, I could still drive because I could still see the road but was unable to see the tiny letters on my writing machines which began to resemble migratory gnats rather than proud building blocks of a long, and ignoble, literary life.

So I was left in limbo waiting anxiously for a phone call from the cataract people at the hospital before my 75th birthday arrived when annual eye exams

become mandatory in the Yukon for golden geezers who need to drive to live. There was zero chance I could pass the DL eye exam when I couldn’t even read the local newspapers, a small blessing at times, or even my own feeble chicken scratches which at one time produced nearly annual journalism awards, not to mention a semi-living of sorts.

I learned the hard way it’s impossible for a writer to feel right when he, or she, can’t write.

Right?

So, a long year later, in the summer of 2021, I got a phone call saying I had been promoted from the pending list to “active” and the dates for my left eye, the worst, was Oct. 4 with the right a month later on Nov. 1.

(This is being written on Nov. 4 so I must be making a rapid recovery even though both eyes are still watering and a little blurry.)

It’s true both surgeries were brief and painless which required over an hour at the hospital but only 15 minutes each in the OR (operating room) but each eye needed a month of diligent rehab and recovery, mostly self-squeezing endless eyedrops, blinking a lot and crying at dumb movies or bad jokes.

And, yes, I did hear stories of patients among the unlucky 13% who did not regain full use of their eyes but the vast majority came through with flying colours, so to speak.

My first comment when I walked out of Whitehorse General after the left eye with my chauffeur/son was: “It’s a miracle! I had no idea the Yukon sky was THAT blue.”

When I asked the skilled eye surgeon if I could mention his name in the story I planned to write afterwards if I could still see, he said: “Why? I already know my name.”

So I’ll just thank the Miracle Worker who made it possible for you to read this.

The eye dude is good at what he does.

“Here’s lookin’ at ya, kids.” n

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Paul Rath

Paul Rath, author of: Fishing With My Fathers, lives on the Haines Highway, where the mountains are many, and the people are few.

MEET MARLIESE: POSTMASTER OF HAINES JUNCTION When you enter the Canada Post office in Haines Junction, rest assured Marliese Whelan will greet you with a smile, even if you can’t see it under the mask.

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helan has served as postmaster for twoand-a-half years. She does everything from mailing letters and picking up mail, to sending and receiving parcels.

Born and raised in Newfoundland, where permanent jobs at the post office are scarce, Whelan learned about the job opportunity from an internal job posting.

She had a telephone interview

while sitting in her car. When she was offered the job, Whelan sold everything except her sense of adventure and headed North.

After a 10-day drive across the country (where she encountered elk, a gigantic herd of bison and a snow storm), Whelan arrived in Haines Junction after midnight, to start her new posting the next morning. She didn’t even know, at that point, where the office was located, but when she opened the door of her motel room to the majesty of Kluane National Park, she was captivated by the beauty of the mountains.

Whelan is friendly and personable, She has met nearly every member of the Haines Junction community and even some of those living in the surrounding areas. She says the community is wonderful, inviting and scenic.

Although she misses her home in

The Haines Junction Post Office PHOTOS: Paul Rath

Post Master Marliese Whelan greets customers with a smile at the Haines Junction Post Office Harbour Grace, Newfoundland, her family, friends, and the smell of the ocean, she feels blessed and privileged to live in Haines Junction.

When asked if she has a message she would like to share, Whelan says that people leave a lot of things behind at her counter, including keys, sunglasses, credit cards, even a hearing aid. In future, if you’re missing something, check with the post office!

Whelan has a magic drawer be-

hind her counter in the post office.

The drawer, based on an idea she brought with her from Newfoundland, is stocked with stickers and pencils that celebrate Christmas, Halloween, Canada Day and other seasonal events. The goodies are for children who visit with caregivers, but are often left out of the business portion of the visit.

Whelan, who dresses up on Halloween, wants to make the visit to the post office fun for children by putting the spotlight on them,

and making them feel special and important.

As a child, she herself once thought the post office was a magical place where she could post and pick up letters from her pen pals. That sense of wonder and delight about how the post can help has not left her. Marliese Whelan, postmaster of Haines Junction, is ready to help, and happy to do so. She’s a refreshing delight and a great addition to Haines Junction. n

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ART SHOWS Until Dec 24 Fantasy in Miniature: Yukon Art Society Members Exhibition Arts Underground Gallery hours: Tue - Sat 12-5 Until Dec 31 Nourished by Nature: Marian Geary & Lauren Waters Yukon Arts Centre A joint exhibition of pottery and watercolour paintings is based on our interpretations of the natural world. Gallery hours: Mon – Fri 10-5 Until Jan 1 YA@W HOO Yukon Artists at Work A show of small works for the festive season. These pieces are affordably priced and will make perfect gifts.

LIVE MUSIC Thu Dec 9 Karaoke Thursdays 8:00 PM The Local Bar Show your talent and enter some awesome draws.Lip Sync & air guitar optional. Hosted by DJ Carlo Thu Dec 9 Live Music Fiddle Night 7:00 PM 98 Hotel Sat Dec 11 Music at The Breakfast Club 9:00 AM 98 Hotel Sun Dec 12 98 Hotel Jam Session Open Mic Nite 8:00 PM 98 Hotel

GENERAL EVENTS Wed Dec 8 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 667-2693 for more info.

Wed Dec 8 Texas Hold’em for Members and Signed in Guests 6:30 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Masks are mandatory and must be worn. To join in the fun, you must have a valid 2021 membership.

Fri Dec 10 Seniors Crib 1:00 PM Golden Age Society Fri Dec 10 The Yukon Nutcracker 1:00 & 7:00 Yukon Arts Centre Northern Lights School of Dance is proud to present live for the first time, The Yukon Nutcracker, performed by all local dancers with a passion for sharing ballet with their community.

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Fri Dec 10 Café-rencontre - Saveurs et chaleur du temps des fêtes 17:00 PM Centre de la francophonie Plongez dans l’ambiance du temps des fêtes!

Fri Dec 10 Christmas Bingo 7:15 PM CKRW Sat Dec 11 Yukon Amateur Radio Association Coffee Discussion Group 8:45 AM A&W Restaurant

Hams from outside the Yukon and those are interested are welcome to join us in this casual event.

Sat Dec 11 Geek the Halls Craft and Collectibles Fair 10:00 AM Yukon Inn Something for the geeks (and geeks at heart) on your list! Many local artists and crafters will be there!

Sat Dec 11 The Land of Sweets Show A 12:00 PM Yukon Arts Centre Northern Lights School of Dance is happy to present our youngest dancers performing in a mini-Nutcracker showing of “The land of Sweets”.

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Sat Dec 11 Cribbage - Members and Signed in Guests 2:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Masks are mandatory. Members must have a valid 2021 membership and they may sign in 2 guests MAX. Sat Dec 11 The Land of Sweets Show B 3:00 PM Yukon Arts Centre Northern Lights School of Dance is happy to present our youngest dancers performing in a mini-Nutcracker showing of “The land of Sweets”.

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Sat Dec 11 90’s Trivia 7:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Whether you remember the 1990’s and lived to tell the tale, test your knowledge. Up to 6 people per team, members and signed in guests only.

Sat Dec 11 The Yukon Nutcracker 7:00 Yukon Arts Centre Northern Lights School of Dance is proud to present live for the first time, The Yukon Nutcracker, performed by all local dancers with a passion for sharing ballet with their community. Tickets online.

Sun Dec 12 Whitehorse United Church Worship Service 10:30 AM Whitehorse United Church Interested in Online service? You must sign up in advance by phone or email to the church office. The office is open Monday – Friday, 9 am to 2 pm. Phone 667-2989: email wuc@klondiker.com Sun Dec 12 CPR level C with AED and naloxone use 12:00 PM Tundra Medical Resources Heartsaver CPR AED Level C is designed for people who want to learn how to help an adult, child or infant having a cardiac or choking emergency. No previous experience required. Register in person, online or by phone/email.

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Sun Dec 12 Seniors Bingo 1:00 PM Golden Age Society Sun Dec 12 Secondhand Clothing Bizarre 2:00 PM Whitehorse SeventhDay Adventist Church Clean clothes needed and donations accepted if in good condition. Please call before dropping clothes off and for more info 633-3463.

Sun Dec 12 Christmas Ornament Making Workshop 2:30 PM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Join artist Stormy Bradley create felt ornaments to decorate your tree with this year! No crafting experience is needed and all materials are supplied. Register online.

Sun Dec 12 The Yukon Nutcracker 5:00 Yukon Arts Centre Northern Lights School of Dance is proud to present live for the first time, The Yukon Nutcracker, performed by all local dancers with a passion for sharing ballet with their community. Tickets online.

Sun Dec 12 Blue Christmas service 7:00 PM In the sanctuary. This is for people for whom Christmas is a hard, and less than joyful, time.

Mon Dec 13 Clothing Room 10:00 AM Whitehorse Church of the Nazarene Free of charge to anyone and everyone.

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RICE WITH CHINESE SAUSAGE, CORN, AND EGGS

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he type of Chinese sausage used in this recipe is also called lap cheong and can be found at a couple of different grocery stores around town. This super simple steamed preparation can be served as a fast dinner alongside some pickles or sauteed green or a hearty breakfast on a Saturday morning. Different brands of

these dried sausages have distinctly different flavors so shop around if you like these flavors to find the one that best suits your tastes. Serves 2

INGREDIENTS ❑ 1 cup rice ❑ 4 dried chinese sausages, sliced on the bias ❑ 1/2 cup corn kernels ❑ 2 bay leaves ❑ 1 star anise

Lap cheong - chinese style dried sausage

❑ Salt to taste ❑ Drizzle of vegetable oil ❑ 2 eggs

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❑ Sesame seeds ❑ Sesame oil ❑ Chili oil ❑ Soy sauce

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Chopped on the bias

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December 8, 2021 column with

Hugh Copland

Part 21

Hugh Copland is a geological engineer living on the South Klondike Highway. He has been collecting rocks in the Yukon for the past 38 years.

QUARRIES: GRAVEL, SAND AND OPPOSITION If you count Fred Flintstone (who was employed by Slater Rock and Gravel Company), people have used quarries since prehistoric times.

Typical gravel pit

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ieroglyphics show Egyptian use of quarries around 2600 BCE. They used several in construction of the Great Pyramid. Stonehenge is estimated to have been constructed 5,000 years ago. The oldest known quarry in North America dates to the 1600s. It is located in Minnesota and has been used by the Lakota Nation as a source of catlinite or pipestone, a reddish-brown claystone. The rock is carved into ceremonial smoking pipes known as calumets.

A quarry is defined by the American Geological Institute as “an open or surface working for the extraction of building stone.”

That includes everything from sand to blocks of rocks weighing several tonnes. In the Yukon, most quarries are commonly known as gravel pits. Gravel is a general description for rock fragments ranging in size from pebbles to cobbles.

Gravel pits are legislated by the Quarry Regulations of the Lands Act. They apply to the extraction of limestone, granite, slate, mar-

PHOTOS: Hugh Copland ble, gypsum, marl, gravel, loam, sand, clay, volcanic ash and stone in a natural state.

Although not as glamourous as a gold mine, sand and gravel are big business in Canada. In 2019 it is reported that production was worth two billion dollars. The Government of Yukon collects a $0.25 per cubic metre royalty on leased private operations. In the Yukon the amount produced every year varies depending whether major projects like Whistle Bend or Alaska Highway widening are underway.

Thanks to the last glaciation 20,000 years ago, the southern

Yukon has ample gravel and sand deposits. The best sources are those of glacio-fluvial origin. That means gravels laid down in rivers running off melting glaciers. Glaciers are powerful agents of erosion and transport of rock when they are advancing. When a glacier is melting and retreating, the eroded material is left behind and deposited. Large amounts of sand, gravel and boulders collectively known as drift accumulate.

This material is further reworked by the water from the melting ice. It washes away the fine clay and silt and moves the gravel around. If you have ever

been at the toe of a glacier you see piles of various-sized material with many channels of silty streams running through it in a braided pattern. During continental glaciation, everything occurred on a grander scale then what we see in today’s alpine glaciers. During the height of retreat, meltwater channels were the size of large rivers. Evidence

of these former channels can be seen in numerous places.

The low area just west of Copper Ridge in Whitehorse in which McIntyre Creek runs, was a major meltwater channel. Cowley Lake and Cowley Creek are the remnants of another. At times during retreat of the continental glaciers cont’d on page 14 ...

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Pit source material

Glacio-fluvial deposit

the process would stall and large amounts of drift would accumulate in these areas producing a sizeable gravel resource.

In the Klondike area and other areas that missed the last glaciation, gravel is not as plentiful.

The three to five-million-year-old White Channel Gravels, are a good source of material around Dawson, as are the dredge tailings.

Along the Dempster Highway quarries are located in areas where the rock is naturally weathered and broken, making it easier to

extract.

Having sources of gravel close to markets is ideal. Transportation costs can range up to one dollar per cubic metre for every kilometre. That is about $10 per kilometre for your average-sized dump truck. Locating pits close to urban areas makes economic sense, but frequently nearby residents oppose them. The Quarry Regulations require a 30-metre buffer from highways and water bodies and a minimum of 100 metres from residential areas.

Municipalities have the authority to require a larger buffer to minimize adverse effects from the operation.

Noise and dust are the most common issues. During processing and stockpiling, portable crushing and screening plants move into a pit for a number of days. Limited daily operational hours are put in place. Wide vegetation strips around the pit filter dust, reduce noise, and provide visual barriers.

In some areas of Canada washing of gravel is common, which leads to bigger concerns. Ontario artist Sarah Harmer’s film, Escarpment Blues, documents her fight against expansion of quarries on the Niagara Escarpment.

In addition to sand and gravel, Yukon quarries produce other commodities. Riprap is the term for large pieces of broken rock used for erosion protection. Along the South Access in Whitehorse by the river is local granitic riprap.

In Dawson, a quarry east of the airport has been utilized. There is a sandstone pit west of Whitehorse, the red rock is broken and screened to gravel size for use in landscaping. There is a quarry used for clay near Stewart Crossing.

Rock that breaks with flat surfaces is termed flagstone. There are many examples of flagstone used for pathways, patios, fireplaces and fences around the territory. Check along the Millennial Trail between the Visitor Information Centre and the Old Firehall for the beautiful flagstone fence made of local granitic rocks. Next time you drive by “another boring gravel pit,” give some thought to the large number of products quarries produce, that we all use. n

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NO JOB IS TOO BIG OR TOO SMALL FOR JACOBS INDUSTRIES Yukon-based welding and machinery company Jacobs Industries has been in business for nearly 80 years

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ob Jacobs has many memories of his father. Edmund Jacobs, who died in 2007 aged 91, founded Jacobs Industries after arriving in Whitehorse from Edmonton in 1943, the same year his son Bob was born. In addition to being the first ever civilian to drive on the Alaska Highway, Edmund Jacobs was once a popular Whitehorse mayor and holds a spot in the Yukon Transportation Hall of Fame.

Now, he is remembered by many for his unwavering work ethic and willingness to help anyone with anything. His son Bob, though, also remembers Edmund for his incredibly detailed memory when recounting moments from his own life.

“I just remember dad would tell stories,” Bob Jacobs said. “I thought there was no way anyone could remember that kind of detail from when they were 18, 20 years old.”

When Edmund Jacobs passed away, Bob Jacobs inherited his father’s welding and machinery company. He had worked there on and off since his teen years, and even when he pursued a career in firefighting, he still found himself helping out with the company often, especially when his father’s health began to deteriorate.

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“I found myself working there after school and during the summers when I was in my teens,” said Jacobs. “I worked there full-time until around 1988, then I oved to the fire department fulltime but I was still an executive and director of the company.”

Jacobs Industries is still a family-run business, with Jacobs’ son, daughter and son-in-law all handling various roles within the company. Jacobs’ brothers had all also worked at the business at some point or another before their passing.

The company is currently located at 4269 4th Avenue in Whitehorse, with agents also in Dawson City, Yukon; Inuvik, NWT and Atlin, BC. Being in the role of president since 2007, Jacobs has overseen lots of the company’s growth.

“It definitely keeps me on my toes,” he said, noting that his role these days involves more management and he doesn’t do so much physical labour like he used to.

Jacobs Industries’ claim to fame is that no job is too big or too small for the company to handle. The Jacobs Industries team, typically consisting of 12 to 15 people, regularly handles everything from kitchen and household appliance repairs to work with heavy machinery and even equipment manufacturing and sales. After so many decades in business, it’s not often that Jacobs comes across a job unlike anything he’s done before, but he still enjoys a good challenge on occasion.

“There are still things that are a challenge and not something we’ve done in the past,” he said.

“We can usually apply some of our experience to parts of any job, though.”

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HIGHLIGHTS Klondike Institute of Art and Culture Dawson City, YT

2021 Exhibition Schedule

The Best Things in Life are…

Rescued!

December 13 BEGINNER WOODWORKING MAKE A CHARCUTERIE BOARD 6:00pm - 9:00pm ………………………..

December 14 NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION 5:00pm - 6:00pm ………………………..

WOODSHOP ORIENTATION 6:30pm - 8:30pm ………………………..

Open Hours: Wed-Sun 1pm-9pm

Meet Baxter!

Baxter is a 2-year-old, male, Pointer mix. He is a friendly guy who can be shy in new situations however once he is comfortable, he is a sweet and loving pup.

He is medium-sized with a shorter coat so may need extra protection in the winter. He would benefit from moderate regular exercise. He would do well with older children, and we are still learning how he is with other dogs but it seems that he would do better without another male dog. It is unknown how he is with cats.

If you are interested in adopting Baxter, please fill out an online application below.

If you already have a pre-approved application with us within the last year, call 633-6019 to put your application towards him.

NorthLight Innovation Building 2180 2nd Ave

Until December 16

de 13 h a 16 h

Apportez vos luges!

Ursula Handleigh & Anna Heywood-Jones Gathering | Tethering Tel: (867) 993-5005 Email: kiac@kiac.ca Website: www.kiac.ca

Shelter Hours: Tuesdays - Fridays 12pm-6pm Saturdays - 10am-6pm

126 Tlingit St, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 6J2 | Tel: 867 633 6019

Yukon Animal Rescue Network

Youth Drop-In Centre

Weekly WELCOME WEDNESDAY NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION 11am ………………………..

Open Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-5pm Please see Yukonstruct. com for more info!

12 DECEmbre

Recreational program for teen-years youth When: Tuesday to Friday 3pm to 9 pm & Sat 1-9 pm Ages: 12-18 years old For more info: See Facebook page for schedule & activities, or email Oliver: obulpitt@bcgyukon.com

AllStars After School Program

An affordable, quality after school program When: Monday to Friday 3-5:00 pm following the school calendar.

Ages: Ages 6-11 years old Cost: Tuition fees as follows: $315/month allstars@bgcyukon.com for inquiries Location: Downtown/Takhini Elementary

Learning Tree Early Years Centre

An affordable, quality, licensed childcare program When: Monday to Friday 7:30am-5:15pm Ages: 18 months - 5 years of age Cost: Tuition fees as follows: Toddler: $860/month, Preschool: $850/month Emily Howard at 393-2824 ext 206 or eypd@bgcyukon.com Location: Riverdale

All programs are based on child-adult participation.

MORNINGS

Got Puppies…?

Did you know that If you surrender all the pups to YARN, we’ll raise the pups, pay for all their care and veterinary costs, find them homes using a responsible adoption process – and spay your mama dog for free and give her back.

We are trying to reduce the future over’PUP’ulation in the North, by adopting to family’s that will spay & neuter. Each female dog that is not spayed could produce up to 67,000 descendants in her lifetime.

Unwanted dogs - suffer.

Monday (9am-noon) Drop-In & Free Play; plus Books with Baby: (10am - 11am) Read, Sing & Enjoy the world of board books.

Tuesday (9am - noon) Drop-In & Free Play Wednesday (9am-noon) Groove & Move!

Engage with Music! Have fun & dance.

Thursday Reserved for group use. Call 6688698 to reserve for your literacy-based group.

Friday (9am - noon) Drop-In & Free Play Saturday (10am - 2pm) Drop-In & Free Play

AFTERNOONS

Monday (1pm-3pm) Story Time & Drop-In Free Play Tuesday (1pm-5pm) Story Time & Drop-In Free Play Wednesday (1pm-5pm) Story Time & Drop-In Free Play plus Paint!! Paint!! (paint activities of all kinds) Thursday (1pm-5pm) Story Time & Drop-In Free Play Friday (1pm-5pm) Story Time & Drop-In Free Play plus Rock, Paper, Scissors! (Crafting with nature and simple tools) FOR MORE INFORMATION:

For more information or to send

688-8698 / 668-6535

us a message visit our

Yukon Family Literacy Centre

page

@YukonAnimalRescueNetwork

@ yukonfamilyliteracycentre

Do you have a fear of PUBLIC SPEAKING? Would you like to improve your public speaking skills, build confidence and hone your listening skills?  Feel free to attend with no obligation, any Toastmaster (TM) meeting.  You can attend 3 meetings as a guest while deciding to join.  You can just show up at a meeting before we begin (11:55am).

Actually, great value for the benefit, private public speaking professionals charge hundreds of dollars for courses, TM is much more affordable.

When: Thursdays at noon till 1 pm Where: Sport Yukon, 4th Ave, Whitehorse Questions: herbeeking@hotmail.com

We follow current Covid guidelines per Yukon Government.

P O R C U P I N E S Q UA D A weekly, action-focused circle of fire + fellowship for those who identify as male aged 21+. A safe + brave space for men to share their wins and challenges, dig deeper into what’s really holding you back, set goals and be held accountable.

Send your Events to

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Our Yukon Events GURU

This is not a drop-in circle.

For more information: call/text Michael at 867-332-4722 or email mjvernon@gmail.com.

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ACTIVE AND COMMUNITY WELLNESS EVENTS EVENTS ACTIVE LISTINGS Wed Dec 8 Gym Buds 7:30 AM Northern Strength Academy a fun, positive, accepting environment where everyone can feel inspired to achieve their goals.

Wed Dec 8 Multisport Strength and Agility 11:00 AM Northern Strength Academy Improve your agility, balance, running economy, coordination and strength Wed Dec 8 Noon Strength and Conditioning with Ben McPherson 12:00 PM Northern Strength Academy This class consists of dynamic, functional, but progressive movements that will improve your strength, balance and mobility for whatever you do.

Wed Dec 8 Lunchtime Yoga 12:00 PM Northern Strength Academy Wed Dec 8 Women’s Strength Class 5:30 PM Northern Strength Academy learn and train with foundational functional movements, working to gain strength, power, improve mobility, movement and coordination.

Wed Dec 8 Running Class 5:30 PM Northern Strength Academy Join coach Ian Weir as he helps to improve technique, pacing, cadence, breath, power and more in these evening run sessions! All Levels Welcome Thu Dec 9 Kids BJJ 4:45 & 6:00 PM Eight Days Martial Arts Children’s classes are focused on self defense Jiu Jitsu. A typical class starts with a warm up game, stretching, technique/ drilling, then ends with more fun games! These classes are appropriate for kids approximately 4 - 12 years old. TAUGHT BY COACH BOBBY Thu Dec 9 Spin + HITT Adrienne 7:00 PM Habit Health and Wellness book online or email habitcommunity@gmail.com for more info Thu Dec 9 Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 7:30 PM Eight Days Martial Arts Often referred to as the game of human chess, BJJ is a grappling based art that utilizes takedowns, sweeps, joint locks and strangle holds to subdue your opponent or attacker.

Fri Dec 10 Spin with Amy 6:30 AM Habit Health and Wellness book online or email habitcommunity@gmail.com for more info Fri Dec 10 30 min Insanity Live Friday Lunch Hour Classes 12:00 PM Avalanche Athletics Whether you’re an extreme athlete or a beginner, you can go at your own pace and successfully complete this workout! Register online.

Fri Dec 10 Gym Buds 7:30 AM Northern Strength Academy a fun, positive, accepting environment where everyone can feel inspired to achieve their goals.

Fri Dec 10 Kids BJJ 5:30 PM Eight Days Martial Arts Children’s classes are focused on self defense Jiu Jitsu. A typical class starts with a warm up game, stretching, technique/ drilling, then ends with more fun games! These classes are appropriate for kids approximately 4 - 12 years old.

Sun Dec 12 Spin with Adrienne 10:00 AM Habit Health and Wellness book online or email habitcommunity@gmail.com for more info

ENTER YOUR EVENTS ON-LINE

It’s Free. It’s Fast. It’s Easy. or email them to: events@whatsupyukon.com

Please visit whatsupyukon.com for up to date event details.

Some events may be postponed or cancelled after we print.

Mon Dec 13 Gym Buds 7:30 AM Northern Strength Academy a fun, positive, accepting environment where everyone can feel inspired to achieve their goals.

Mon Dec 13 Multisport Strength and Agility 11:00 AM Northern Strength Academy Improve your agility, balance, running economy, coordination and strength Mon Dec 13 Noon Strength and Conditioning with Ben McPherson 12:00 PM Northern Strength Academy This class consists of dynamic, functional, but progressive movements that will improve your strength, balance and mobility for whatever you do.

Mon Dec 13 Kids Muay Thai 4:45 PM Eight Days Martial Arts Muay Thai teaches combat skills that are good for self-defense along with positive holistic effects like respect, discipline, focus, and confidence. Open to ages 8 - 12.

Mon Dec 13 Running Class 5:30 PM Northern Strength Academy Join coach Ian Weir as he helps to improve technique, pacing, cadence, breath, power and more in these evening run sessions! All Levels Welcome Mon Dec 13 Women’s Muay Thai Kickboxing 6:00 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.

Mon Dec 13 Muay Thai Kickboxing 6:00 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.

This is due to its use of all available weapons.

Fists, elbows, knees and shins are all used to attack your opponent. Clinch work is also another defining element of this exciting fighting style Mon Dec 13 No-Gi Jiu Jitsu 7:30 PM Eight Days Martial Arts This class is very similar to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, only the students typically practice in shorts and a rash guard t-shirt, rather than a Gi. There is also typically a little more wrestling and leg locks due to the rules in tournaments being less restrictive.

Mon Dec 13 Spin with Maria 7:00 PM Habit Health and Wellness book online or email habitcommunity@gmail.com for more info Tue Dec 14 Kids BJJ 4:45 & 6:00 PM Eight Days Martial Arts Children’s classes are focused on self defense Jiu Jitsu. A typical class starts with a warm up game, stretching, technique/ drilling,

then ends with more fun games! These classes are appropriate for kids approximately 4 - 12 years old.

Tue Dec 14 Spin with Amy 5:30 PM Habit Health and Wellness book online or email habitcommunity@gmail.com for more info Tue Dec 14 Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 6:00, 12:05 & 7:30 PM Eight Days Martial Arts Often referred to as the game of human chess, BJJ is a grappling based art that utilizes takedowns, sweeps, joint locks and strangle holds to subdue your opponent or attacker. BJJ emphasizes a lot of drilling and live sparring also known as “rolling”.

WELLNESS LISTINGS Elder and Counsellor 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.

Tuesdays & Saturdays Counselling Drop-In and Short Term Counselling Service 11:00 AM Canadian Mental Health Association, Yukon Free Drop-In counselling is offered every Tuesday 11am - 4pm and Saturday from 11am - 3pm. Call 668-6429 for more info.

Wed Dec 8 Yin Yoga 5:30 PM Golden Age Society Yin yoga, a gentle practice for optimal relaxation. To register email percheronaudrey@ gmail.com.

Wed Dec 8 Samurai Brotherhood Men’s Circle: Porcupine Squad 7:00 PM Location TBA After Pre-Registration A weekly, action-focused circle of fire + fellowship for those who identify as male aged 21+. A safe + brave space for men to share their wins and challenges, dig deeper into what’s really holding you back, set goals and be held accountable. More info: call/text Michael at 867332-4722 or email mjvernon@gmail.com.

Wed Dec 8 Beginner Meditation 8:00 PM Online Free, 5-week course, participants will be introduced to the practice of sitting meditation.

Register by phone 668-6429 or email programs@ yukon.cmha.ca.

Thur Dec 9 Sally & Sisters/Soeurs 11:00 AM Days Inn by Wyndham A safe place for women and children to access a meal.

Thur Dec 9 Fall Noon Yoga Class 12:00 PM Grace Space Fall Noon 1 hour Yoga class and 1 hour individual psychosomatic session. Register online.

Thur Dec 9 Mantra and Relaxation 4:15 PM White Swan Sanctuary This class is about developing awareness of your inner Light through the practices of chanting mantra and deepening relaxation Thur Dec 9 KDCC Walking with Our Sisters Sewing Group 5:00 PM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre.

Fri Dec 10 Yoga wake up flow with Sheila 7:20 AM Online These classes are intended to help you build a consistent and comfortable yoga practice and build a community around that practice! https://www.rootedtreemassage.com/ book-online Fri Dec 10 Morning Yoga Stretch 9:00 AM 7th Ray Studio Easing into the day with gentling warming up and stretching. All levels are welcome Register online.

Fri Dec 10 Sally & Sisters/Soeurs 11:00 AM Days Inn by Wyndham A safe place for women and children to access a meal.

Fri Dec 10 AA The Joy Of Living Group (OM, NS) 12:00 PM Captain Martin House 305 Wood Street Join us at 305 Wood Street -Back Entrance.

Fri Dec 10 AA Yukon Unity Group 1:30 PM Online For Zoom Room address Contact 3347693 Fri Dec 10 Pilates Roots Beginner Intensive 7:00 PM Root and Reach Pilates Work on your body awareness and understanding necessary Pilates skills, and take you through some mild to moderately challenging exercises. Register online.

Fri Dec 10 AA Whitehorse Group (OM, NS) 8:00 PM Hellaby Hall Looking for support with your relationship with alcohol? Join the AA Whitehorse Group.

Sat Dec 11 AA Hospital Meeting 1:00 PM Hellaby Hall Join us at Hellaby Hall – 4th & Elliott Street Sat Dec 11 AA Detox Meeting (OM, NS) 1:00 PM Online For Zoom Room address call 3347693 Sat Dec 11 A Hospital Meeting 1:00 PM Hellaby Hall Join us at Hellaby Hall – 4th & Elliott Street Sat Dec 11 AA Detox Meeting (OM, NS) 1:00 PM Online For Zoom Room address call 3347693

Sat Dec 11 A Safe Place - Drop-In 4:00 PM Golden Age Society For low-barrier individuals of any age who identify as female, peer support, workshops, hot meals to go. call 667-2693 for more info.

Sun Dec 12 Autumn Reset + Restore 1:00 PM Root and Reach Pilates An intermediate level class, appropriate for those with Pilates experience. Register online.

Sun Dec 12 Yoga with Amber 7:15 PM Habit Health and Wellness book online or email habitcommunity@gmail.com for more info Mon Dec 13 Yoga wake up flow with Sheila 7:20 AM Online These classes are intended to help you build a consistent and comfortable yoga practice and build a community around that practice! https://www.rootedtreemassage. com/book-online Mon Dec 13 Sally and Sisters Hot Lunch 11:00 AM Whitehorse United Church Free Hot Lunch for Women & Children Mon Dec 13 Vinyasa Yoga 5:30 PM Grace Space To register, email to confirm your spot: naturalblissyoga@naturalblissyoga Mon Dec 13 AA New Beginnings Group (OM, NS) 8:00 PM Hellaby Hall Join us at Hellaby Hall – 4th; Elliott Street Mon Dec 13 AA The Joy Of Living Group (OM, NS) 12:00 PM Captain Martin House & 305 Wood Street Join us at 305 Wood Street -Back Entrance Mon Dec 13 Live And Online Kundalini Yoga 8:00 AM Online Kriya, mudra, and mantra awaken your body and focus the mind. We will follow one sequence until you are able to find yourself in the flow, before moving on. Unfold to your own nature: do what feels good, soak in the good vibes, and watch this beautiful practice transform you. Kundalini has a powerful effect on the endocrine system, improving lymph drainage, hormonal balance, and mood.

Tue Dec 14 All Levels Yoga Drop-in with Barbara 10:00 AM Golden Age Society contact Barbara 867 335 1996, email bfraingower@ gmail.com Tue Dec 14 Sally & Sisters/Soeurs 11:00 AM Days Inn by Wyndham A safe place for women and children to access a meal.

Tue Dec 14 AA The Joy Of Living Group (OM, NS) 12:00 PM Captain Martin House 305 Wood Street Join us at 305 Wood Street -Back Entrance Tue Dec 14 Yoga by Amber 7:00 PM 7th Ray Studio A yoga class that is for all levels and abilities, register online.

Tue Dec 14 AA Ugly Duckling Group (C/M, NS) 8:00 PM Hellaby Hall New members always welcome, this is a non smoking group.

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COMMUNITY COMMUNITY EVENTS EVENTS ENTER YOUR EVENTS ON-LINE

It’s Free. It’s Fast. It’s Easy.

or email them to: events@whatsupyukon.com

Please visit whatsupyukon.com for up to date event details. Some events may be postponed or cancelled after we print.

ATLIN Fridays Atlin Community Library Atlin Community LIbrary 2:00 PM Open two days per week, Fridays and Saturdays, covid protocols apply.

Sundays St. Martins Anglican Church Sunday Service 10:00 AM St. Martins Anglican Church 10:00 AM Everyone is welcome.

Sun Dec 12 Sunday Movies at the Globe Theatre 7:30 PM Atlin BC Globe Theatre Check out what’s showing Sunday nights, relive the nostalgia of the movies in the historic cinema setting.

CARCROSS First Sunday of Every Month St. Saviours Church Services 2:00 pm St. Saviour Church 867-668-3129 Mon Dec 13 Carcross Christmas Village Send in pictures of your very merry decorated house, business, structures on your land and win a prize. All photos will be posted to vote, send photos to rozlyn. james@ctfn.ca.

DAWSON CITY Tue thru Thur St Paul’s Anglican Church Evening Prayer 4:00 PM St Paul’s Anglican Church Join us in person at the church, or online (Facebook Live) Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 4pm Yukon Time for Evening Prayer.

Tue thruThu Saint Mary’s Weekday Mass 5:00 PM Saint Mary’s Catholic Church Join Father Emanuel for weekday mass Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays Wed Dec 8 55+ Virtual Fitness Class 2:00 PM Art & Margaret Fry Rec Centre A 6-week strength class for Dawsonites over Zoom Call 993-7400 ext 299 for Zoom link.

Wed Dec 8 Figure Skating 2:30 PM Art & Margaret Fry Rec Centre Call 993-7400 ext 299 to register.

Wed Dec 8 Santa’s Workshop 2:30 PM Robert Service School Crafty gift making for grades 4 and up, meet up in the classrooms, and pick up at Minto. Register online or call 993-7400 ext 299 for more info.

Wed Dec 8 Cooking Club with Jem 5:00 PM Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Youth Centre Cookies, loaves, bread, desserts, all supplies provided join in online.

To register, pick up your kit and zoom link, call 993-6495 Wed Dec 8 Drop-in Badminton 6:00 PM Robert Service School Grades 5-7 enter through the front door.

Thu Dec 9 Preschool Learn to Skate 11:00 Art & Margaret Fry Recreation Centre. Call 993-7400 ext.

299 to register.

Thu Dec 9 AA Beginners Group 6:00 PM Dawson City Hospital In person or Video conference option available Call 993-5095 or 993-3734 for more information Thu Dec 9 Hohtr’ey ëde’ą Concert Band Drop-In 6:00 PM KIAC Weekly two-hour conducted music session is geared towards those who can (or used to) play a woodwind or brass instrument.

Sat Dec 11 AA North Star Group Dawson City 7:00 PM Dawson City Community Support Centre In person or Videoconference option available Call 867-993-5095 or 867-993-3734 for more information Sun Dec 12 Under 5 Gym Drop-In 10:00 AM Robert Service School Sun Dec 12 Saint Mary’s Sunday Service 10:30 AM Saint Mary’s Catholic Church Join Father Emanuel each Sunday for service. Everyone is always welcome.

Sun Dec 12 St Paul’s Anglican Church Sunday Service 10:30 AM St Paul’s Anglican Church Join us in person at the church, or online (Facebook Live) Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 4pm Yukon Time for Evening Prayer.

Sun Dec 12 Learn to Skate 2:30 PM Art & Margaret Fry Rec Centre Call 993-7400 ext 299 to register.

Sun Dec 12 Drop-In Gaaaymes & Crafts Night 6:00 PM Klondike Institute of Art and Culture (KIAC) A sober and safer space for the 2SLGBTQIA++ community and friends to “get your game on ‘’. Bring your own or check out our board games, card games, tabletop RPGs, puzzles and crafts! No pre-registration necessary, just show up!

Mon Dec 13 Open Gym 3:30 PM Robert Service School Supervised free play in the RSS gymnasium for 4 weeks. Register online, or call 993-7400 ext 299

Sat Dec 11 Seniors Saturday Drop-In Painting 1:00 PM KIAC two hours of self-directed painting time!

Thu Dec 9 Community Meeting: First Nation School Board Info Session 6:30 PM If you want to know more or have questions please check this out.

Zoom link online. Contact cshimoon@cafn.ca Thu Dec 9 Archery 7:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Sat Dec 11 Open Gym 4:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Unstructured activity time where the gymnasium is available to students, families, and/ or community members to play pick-up sports. Call 994-2375 or email recreation@faroyukon.ca for more info Tue Dec 14 Faro Cross Country Skiing 4:00 PM Del Van Gorder School No registration or experience required, snacks provided, enjoy the ski trails! For more info email gnstaveley@gmail.com.

Wed Dec 8 Village Council meetings 7:00 PM St. Elias Convention Centre Village Council meetings are also held the second and fourth Wednesday of every month at 7:00 p.m. via Zoom. [Remote attendance only]

Mon Dec 13 Adult Hip Hop & Choreography 5:30 PM Klondike Institute of Art and Culture (KIAC) Are funk, groove, & style “your thing”? This seven week class led by Jen Kehoe is open to everyone looking to have fun dancing to hip hop music!

Enjoy a low impact warm-up, basic steps and sequencing, and work each week on hip hop dance choreography. No previous dance experience necessary! To register, please call KIAC at 9935005 or come by in person.

Mon Dec 13 Drop-in Family Badminton 6:00 PM Art & Margaret Fry Recreation Centre No registration necessary. Proof of double vaccination required for anyone ages 12+. For more info email recreation@cityofdawson.ca or call 993-7400 ext 299.

Mon Dec 13 Young Peoples Talking Circle 7:00 PM Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Youth Centre Mon Dec 13 Drop-In Zumba! 6:00 PM Dawson City Call 250-812-8674 for more info.

Tues Dec 14 Hand Building Pottery Drop-In 6:00 PM KIAC Space is limited to 6 participants, first come first served.

Sat Dec 11 Under 5 Gym Drop-In 10:00 AM Robert Service School

Wed Dec 8 Female Hockey 7:00 PM Bill Brewster Arena

Mon Dec 13 Drop-in Family Badminton 6:00 PM Art & Margaret Fry Recreation Centre No registration necessary. Proof of double vaccination required for anyone ages 12+. For more info email recreation@cityofdawson.ca or call 993-7400 ext 299.

Fri Dec 10 Cards & Conversation 12:30 PM Royal Canadian Legion Branch 1 Dawson City Free!

Drop-In! No registration necessary. Proof of double vaccination required for anyone ages 12+. For more info email recreation@cityofdawson.ca or call 9937400 ext 299.

Sat Dec 11 Drop-In Groove Dance w/ Natasha Henderson 10:00 AM KIAC Groove is for everyone.

We all dance simple moves or rhythms... and you add your own creativity to them.

Wed Dec 8 Archery 4:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre

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Tue Dec 14 Romp & Run 10:30 AM YOOP Hall Email Jen.Suttis@cdcyukon.ca for more info.

Fri Dec 10 John Chabot Hockey Clinic Art & Margaret Fry Recreation Centre Register with the City of Dawson online or in person. For ages 7+, minimum of 4 on-ice sessions.

Wed Dec 8 Kids Indoor Soccer 3:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Individual soccer skills and drills that emphasize, trapping, passing, footwork, shooting, headers, throw-ins, trap/pull backs and goal tending. Call 994-2375 or email recreation@ faroyukon.ca

Mon Dec 13 Adventures in Art & Stories 4:00 PM Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC) A fun program for kids 0-5, circle time, stories, art explorations, movement activities and more to help support your child’s development of creativity, speech language, social-emotional and motor skills.

Thu Dec 9 Drop-In Zumba! 6:00 PM Dawson City Call 250-812-8674 for more info.

Fri Dec 10 Play Like a Girl 3:30 PM Art & Margaret Fry Rec Centre All-female program is for girls grades 1 and up who are interested to learn about hockey and developing skills. To register, call 993-7400 ext 299.

Wed Dec 8 Basketball (Open Court) 4:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Shoot some hoops, practice your skills on the open court. Call 994-2375 or email recreation@faroyukon.ca for more info.

FARO Monday thru Friday Open Gym 1:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Unstructured activity time where the gymnasium is available to students, families, and/or community members to play pick-up sports.

Call 994-2375 or email recreation@faroyukon.ca for more info.

Tuesdays & Thursdays Parent & Tots 10:00 AM Faro Recreation Centre Spend quality time with your child while you both have fun and learn and socialize. Call 994-2375 or email recreation@ faroyukon.ca for more information.

Tuesdays & Thursdays Senior Yoga 1:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Carve out some time on the mat for this relaxing and gentle Yoga practice. Call 994-2375 or email recreation@faroyukon.ca for more info.

Tuesdays & Thursdays Kids Club 3:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre For ages 6 to 13 - Registration required, stop in or call 994-2375

Daily Public Skate Bill Brewster Arena Mon 7:309:15, Tue, Thu & Fri 3:15-4:30 and 8:45-9:45, Wed 8:45-9:45 Sat 1:00-3:00 & 5:00-7:00, Sun 12:00-7:00 Tuesdays & Fridays Drop-in Hockey 7:30 Bill Brewster Arena

Thu Dec 9 Community Meeting: First Nation School Board Info Session 6:30 PM If you want to know more or have questions please check this out.

Zoom link online. Contact cshimoon@cafn.ca Thu Dec 9 Vintage Hockey 7:30 PM Bill Brewster Arena Fri Dec 10 REC Hockey 7:30 PM Bill Brewster Arena Sun Dec 12 Curling 1:00 PM Bill Brewster Arena Mon Dec 13 Smart Recovery Meetings 8:00 PM Munku Hall Everyone welcome, call 334-5688 for more info.

Mon Dec 14 Zumba Strong 6:00 PM Bill Brewster Arena at the Mezz Tue Dec 14 REC Hockey 7:30 PM Bill Brewster Arena

MARSH LAKE Thu Dec 9 Shuffleboard And Games Night 6:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Jackalope Members & guests Thu Dec 9 Community Meeting: First Nation School Board Info Session 6:30 PM If you want to know more or have questions please check this out.

Zoom link online. Contact cshimoon@cafn.ca Thu Dec 9 Jackalope Open for drinks and snacks 5:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Fri Dec 10 Jackalope Open for drinks and snacks 5:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Sat Dec 11 Knitting Circle 11:00 AM Marsh Lake Community Centre Everyone wielding a hook, needle or pin is welcome.

Sat Dec 11 Family Playtime and Open Gym 3:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Sat Dec 11 Jackalope Open for Drinks and Snacks 3:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Tue Dec 14 North of 60 Seniors Coffee and Chat 2:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Tue Dec 14 Yoga With Richard 5:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre This is a New Horizons/ Lotteries Yukon/Marsh Lake Community Society sponsored program which is being offered free of charge to participants. If you have a yoga mat, bring it. If not, no worries, we have some available

MAYO Weekdays Lunchtime Lengths 12:00 PM Mayo Recreation Centre Weekdays Mayo Mornings Parent and Tot Time 10:00 AM Mayo Recreation Centre Mondays Video Yoga Classes 5:15 PM Mayo Curling Arena Yoga Videos are used for leading each class. Bring your own Yoga mat or borrow ours. Drop-ins are welcome. For more info call 9962043 8979962043 Mondays Dinner and Movie Night 5:00 PM Mayo Community Hall And Recreation Centre Sundays St. Mary’s Church Service 11:00 AM St Mary’s Church (867)667-7746

OLD CROW Sundays St. Luke’s Church Service 11:00 AM St. Luke’s Church 867-993-5381 Wednesdays Parent and Tots 4:00 PM Old Crow Community Center Call 966-3015 for more info.

SKAGWAY Wed Dec 8 Christmas Hymn Sing 6:30 PM First Presbyterian Church of Skagway Come sing along with various Skagway Musicians, recalling the events of the Christmas Birth, via guitar, piano, and evenharp. You can request your favourites or just sing what is selected.

Wed Dec 8 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. Wed Dec 8 Windy Valley Babies 10:30 AM Skagway Public Library Stories, Songs, and Fun with Ms. Anna! Designed for ages 0-3.

Thu Dec 9 Christmas Painting 6:00 PM Alaskan Fairytales Paint Christmas themed Ceramic Christmas trees, Santa mugs, lighted trucks and trees, or Christmas lighted cactus! Happening every Thursday and Friday night through Dec 23 rd . $20$60 depending upon the art picked by the customer.

Fri Dec 10 Christmas Painting 6:00 PM Alaskan Fairytales Paint Christmas themed Ceramic Christmas trees, Santa mugs, lighted trucks and trees, or Christmas lighted cactus! Happening every Thursday and Friday night through Dec 23 rd . $20$60 depending upon art picked by the customer.

Fri Dec 10 Skagway Teen Night 6:30 PM Skagway Public Library Sat Dec 11 Painted Clay Ornaments 2:00 & 6:00 PM Donna Griffard Studio Paint your own Skagway made cookie cutter shaped ornaments (bisque fired clay) Call Donna for details or to arrange private studio time. (907) 983-2333.

Sat Dec 11 Christmas Painting 10:00 AM Alaskan Fairytales Paint Christmas themed Ceramic Christmas trees, Santa mugs, lighted trucks and trees, or Christmas lighted cactus! Happening every Thursday and Friday night through Dec 23 rd . $20$60 depending upon art picked by the customer.

Sat Dec 11 Book Sale and Cookie Exchange 1:00 PM Skagway Public Library Get in the holiday spirit hunting for a new-to-you book at the Library’s Book Sale. While you’re at it, bring a plate of cookies to share in the Cookie Exchange - happening in the community room with holiday music and good cheer.

Sun Dec 12 Nativity Treasure Hunt 3:00 PM First Presbyterian Church of Skagway Join us for a scavenger hunt! Come ready to walk a couple of blocks around the church as you discover all the characters came together in the manger for Jesus’ birth & bring them back to the manger. Designed for all ages Sun Dec 12 Sunday School 4:00 PM First Presbyterian Church of Skagway Sun Dec 12 Sunday Worship 10:00 AM First Presbyterian Church of Skagway Mon Dec 13 Painted Clay Ornaments 2:00 &6:00 PM Donna Griffard Studio Paint your own Skagway made cookie cutter shaped ornaments (bisque fired clay) Call Donna for details or to arrange private studio time. (907) 983-2333.

TAGISH Wed Dec 8 Seniors Computer Tutoring with Yukon Learn 1:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Computers, tablets phones, internet, email, social media, zoom... we can answer any of your questions. For more information call 1-888-6686280

Wed Dec 8 Lunch is Served 11:00 AM Tagish Community Centre Wed Dec 8 Coffee And Chat 2:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Thu Dec 9 Carpet Bowling 10:00 AM Tagish Community Centre Fri Dec 10 Pickleball 10:00 AM Tagish Community Centre

TESLIN Wed Dec 8 Seniors Social 1:00 PM Teslin Recreation Complex Carpet bowling and social gathering Wed Dec 8 Art Night 6:30 PM Teslin Lake Recreation Complex Learn about various mediums like acrylics, watercolour, drawing, pastels, clay, mixed media, paper art, fabric art and craft projects. Contact the Village Admin Office to confirm your seat.

Wed Dec 8 Pickleball 12:00 & 7:00 PM Teslin Lake Recreation Complex A paddle ball sport that combines elements of badminton, table tennis, and tennis. Come play this fun, beginner friendly or competitive game!

Thu Dec 9 Youth Archery Programming 3:30 PM Teslin Recreation Complex Youth sign up at Rec Centre Thu Dec 9 Adult Archery Programming 5:30 PM Teslin Recreation Complex Sign up at Rec Centre Thu Dec 9 Weight Training with Joey 6:00 pm Teslin Recreation Complex Ages 13+ Must sign up in person.

Thu Dec 9 Community Meeting: First Nation School Board Info Session 6:30 PM If you want to know more or have questions please check this out. Zoom link online. Contact cshimoon@cafn.ca Fri Dec 10 Public Skate 3:30 Pm Teslin Lake Recreation Complex Fri Dec 10 Basketball 7:00 PM Khàtìnas.Àxh (Teslin) Community School Sat Dec 11 DrumFit 10:00 AM Teslin Recreation Centre - Drop in class Sat Dec 11 Parent & Tot Play Time 1:00 PM Teslin Recreation Complex Parents and Kids under 5 Mon Dec 13 Crib Night 7:30 PM Teslin Recreation Complex To sign up call 390-2530 Tue Dec 14 Young Explorers 3:30 PM Teslin RecreationComplex Tue Dec 14 Weight Training with Joey 6:00 pm Teslin Recreation Complex Ages 13+ Must sign up in person.

WATSON LAKE Mon & Thur Drop-in Pickleball & Badminton 7:00 PM Watson Lake Secondary School Come try out pickleball and badminton, ideal for ages 13+, more info at the rec centre.

Sundays St. John’s Church Service 10:00 AM St. John’s Church Service (867) 536-2932 Wed Dec 8 Beading 1:00 PM Watson Lake Family Centre Call 536-2125 for more info on programs Thu Dec 9 Community Meeting: First Nation School Board Info Session 6:30 PM If you want to know more or have questions please check this out. Zoom link online. Contact cshimoon@cafn.ca Fri Dec 10 Watson Lake Bowling League 7:00 PM Watson Lake Recreation Centre 4 players per team, teams must be pre-registered. To sign up, call Karalee at 335-7979.

Sat Dec 11 Baptiste Power Yoga 7:00 PM Fees apply. A muscle-shaping and mind-sculpting workout, work at your own level and ability, set to electronic music.

Sun Dec 13 Sunday Nite Volleyball 11:00 AM Watson Lake Secondary School Tue Dec 14 Mother Goose 1:00 PM Watson Lake Family Centre Call 536-2125 for more info on programs Tue Dec 14 Curling 7:00 PM Watson Lake Recreation Centre Open to everyone, pay at the front desk and register.

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No job is too big or too small for Jacobs Industries ... cont’d from page 16 to date was their role in the creation of the largest weathervane in the world—the DC-3 plane that can be seen in the parking lot of the Yukon Transportation Museum.

Edmund Jacobs was still operating the company when this job was done, but Bob Jacobs remembers it well. The plane itself had already had a long and history in the Yukon, and famed Yukon pilot Bob Cameron, who didn’t want to see the plane end up as scrap metal, asked Bob Jacobs to bring to his father the idea of mounting it on a pedestal to be displayed for Yukoners to see. It was mounted outside the airport in 1981.

Like his son, Edmund Jacobs had a penchant for rising up to any challenge. He and the others involved in the project were told the feat would be impossible, but this didn’t stop them. Edmund Jacobs was very knowledgeable on both metals and aircrafts, and brought forward the idea of making the plane move with the wind to keep it from getting damaged by it. In doing so, he helped the Yukon set a world record which it maintains to this day.

“I think it’s still in the Guiness Book of World Records as the largest weathervane in the world,” said Bob Jacobs.

While Jacobs Industries continues to grow as a company and evolve to modern times, there are also difficulties that have come up within the business more recently. According to Jacobs, it’s been difficult to find qualified people to bring aboard at the company the last few years. COVID hasn’t helped, but even before that, the worsening housing situation in the territory was already preventing skilled welders and other trades people from moving up north when they’re able to find employment elsewhere.

“It seems like people just don’t want to move up here,” he said.

“We’ve been trying to find welders and machinists for years, and there’s a few out there available, but most of them have families and the housing situation up here makes it really hard for people to move up here and find a place to live.”

Nearly 15 years after his father’s passing, Bob Jacobs is still

carrying on the legacy of his father. Edmund Jacobs was a man who wanted to help anyone who needed anything, and his expertise in metal-working made allowed him to do lots for the community. Bob Jacobs said his father’s generosity didn’t just go towards his work either—he often donated equipment and labour to various jobs like the building of two roads into Lake Labarge, as well as setting up a ski hill at Haeckel Hill, even though he didn’t ski himself.

It’s easy to see what kind of person Edmund Jacobs was by the things he did for his community.

In carrying on the company, Bob Jacobs and his family are able to carry on the spirit of Edmund Jacobs’ generosity and kindness. After almost 80 years, Jacobs Industries is still a family-run business with its original vision perfectly intact.

“We’re still in there fixing everything that comes through the door,” said Bob Jacobs. “If people are in trouble, we like to help out.”

To read more about Jacobs Industries, or to inquire about their services or look into a career with the company, visit https://www. jacobsindustries.ca/. n

Jacobs Industries’ claim to fame is that no job is too big or too small for the company to handle PHOTO: Mark Kelly Photography

GETTING ALL BEAUTIFIED

An exhibition celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Yukon Permanent Art Collection, featuring the 2021 acquisitions.

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Une exposition qui célèbre le 40e anniversaire de la Collection permanente d’œuvres d’art du Yukon et qui présente les acquisitions de 2021.

PHO TO: Pixabay

Send us photos of Yukon Dogs and their people!

Submission Details: Submit your digital photo, name of the dog and their person, and a caption 15 words or less.

Don’t forget a photo credit to: YukonDogs@whatsupyukon.com.

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Yukon Arts Centre Gallery

Selected works from the Yukon Permanent Art Collection (details)

December 6, 2021 – February 25, 2022 Monday – Friday, 10 am – 5 pm

Œuvres choisies de la Collection permanented’œuvres d’art du Yukon (détails)

Du 6 décembre 2021 au 25 février 2022 Du lundi au vendredi, de 10 h à 17 h

Galerie du Centre des arts du Yukon

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VINO BOREALIS

Peter Turner Peter lives on a lake just north of Whitehorse, and says “I’m a ‘wine enthusiast’, not a ‘wine connoisseur’… I still have lots to learn!”

In a past life, he was a wine merchant for the largest wine store in the U.S. Midwest, offering more than 4500 choices. He blames his life-long love of wines to growing up in Montreal with wine-loving parents, who let him start tasting at about age two.

TAKING (LAUGHING)STOCK OF THE BEST OF THE NARAMATA BENCH

PHOTOS: Peter Turner

Sipping some prize-winners

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he Naramata Bench, a plateau above Okanagan Lake, northeast of Penticton, emerged as a fruit growing area around 1900. The scenic Naramata Road through the bench, between Penticton and the little town of Naramata, passed a selection of my favourite vineyards.

The Yukon Liquor Corp. (YLC) carries wines from a number of

vineyards along ‘The Bench,’ including Red Rooster (Merlot $19.70), Joie Farm (Think Pink Rose, $25.45), and Poplar Grove (Pinot Gris VQA $22.45). All are good examples from the region, and I can recommend all three, but, as I like to try wines unavailable at home, our destination this day was Laughing Stock Vineyards.

Founded in 2003 by former stock brokers David and Cynthia Enns, their investment in a vineyard made them the “Laughing Stock” of their Bay and Wall

Street colleagues, who thought their vineyard ‘fiscally foolish, and financially unwise.’ David took courses at the University of California, Davis (maybe the best wine university in the world) and apprenticed with wine-makers in the Okanagan. Cynthia used her MBA background to become the vineyard manager.

For 15 years, they developed an amazing and diverse ‘portfolio’ of wines, including memorable whites, outstanding Bordeauxstyle red blends, and a superb Syrah. The vineyard’s wines have twice been awarded the Lieutenant Governor’s Award for Excellence in B.C. Wine, the 2011 Syrah was named the Best Red Wine in Canada by Decanter World Wine Awards, and, in 2018, Laughing Stock Vineyards won the top trophy for Syrah in the Six Nation (Canada, US. Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and Chile) Wine Challenge.

We were led through an excellent tasting by a very knowledgeable wine guide, who had us sample the Pinot Gris and ‘Amphora’ whites, as well as the reds, including the Pinot Noir, Syrah and ‘Portfolio’ Bordeaux-style blend.

All were outstanding. We brought home a half-case of all of the above, plus the ‘Blind Trust’ red, which is a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, Malbec, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot grapes.

We recently celebrated a birthday by preparing cedar plank salmon on the grill, with a maple syrup, lemon juice, Dijon mustard and shallot marinade. We opened our bottle of ‘Amphora’ blend white, which is aged in 500-litre ceramic tanks (or amphora). This magical vintage, a blend of Roussanne and Viognier, is naturally fermented,

with whole grapes left covered and untouched for 90 days, the natural yeast on the grape skins precipitating the fermentation process.

The result is a slightly cloudy, orange/golden-hued treat, with a bouquet of honey and pears, and a surprisingly dry taste of apricots or ripe peaches, as well as some mandarin and almond notes. The finish has a slight suggestion of caramel and sea-salt. What a surprising treat! Keep your eyes peeled for any of these wines if you are in B.C. I’m going back for more this fall!

Just a quick note that the B.C. wines in this article (except the Think Pink Rose) are VQA (Vintners Quality Alliance), a certification

put in place in 1990 to identify high quality B.C. wines. To be a B.C. VQA, wines must have 100 per cent British Columbia grapes, come from one of nine geographical indications (regions), 95 per cent of grapes must come from specific region mentioned on the label, 85 per cent of grapes must come from the vintage on the label, and 85 per cent of grapes must be the stated varietal (type of grape, e.g., Merlot). So, while wines like Grey Monk or Mission Hill are VQA; non-VQA ‘B.C.’ wines like Copper Moon, while bottled in B.C., may have grapes from anywhere in the world, and may not meet the other, above criteria.

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Amica Marie Sturdy 1976-2021

The world lost a beautiful light on November 25, 2021.

Amica came into this world in Vancouver on October 6th, the daughter of Joan Sturdy and Robert Miller, granddaughter of Marie (Dixon) and John Sturdy, and Peggy (Wilkinson) and Sherman Miller. She spent her childhood up until graduation in Salmon Arm, where she welcomed her brother, Noah, into the family when she was 10 years old.

She loved her Aunties Mary Ann (“Auntie Rob”) and Pat (A.P) and cousins very much and enjoyed a close relationship with her cousin and pod-mate Laura over the years. After graduating from Salmon Arm Senior Secondary in 1994, she moved to the lower mainland, where she studied Criminology and volunteered at the John Howard Society. It was during this time that she met her lifelong friends, Shelly and Natalie.

She started her career with Home Hardware in Duncan on Vancouver Island.

While there, she spent time with her father and grandparents, and established enduring friendships with Jackie and Jim, and Leanna. She quickly rose to the challenges and opportunities presented to her and was transferred to Whitehorse Home Building Centre in 2011. Her talents, skills, personality, and dedication took her to the position of operations manager for 6 Home Building Centres in Western Canada. She enjoyed a wonderful relationship with her employer, Patti, and would go to the wall for her employees to support them, teach them, and encourage them along their career paths.

At first in Whitehorse, she lived with friend and mentor Gaye, from whom she learned shamanic drumming, and found great adventure and beauty in journeying with a drumming group. She was able to weave these, and other

Shine on, Amica…

Thank you for enriching our lives.

You will always be in our hearts.

spiritual understandings she shared with her mom and friends, into the fabric of her life. Amica loved to have dinners, go on road-trips, attend concerts and special Yukon events. Her relationship with step-father Glen, and soul-sister Sarah were very meaningful to her.

One of her greatest loves in life was her dog, Kodi. Amica’s life in the past 6 years has revolved around this wonderful dog. Together, they enjoyed fabulous hikes, lots of camping trips, major training lessons and great companionship.

Her housemate Catheryne, and buddies Megan, Chrissy, Cathy, Tammy, Mark, Heather, Shelly, and Shawn also enjoyed many nights playing board games at home and out camping. She was a “force of nature”, as one friend put it. She was smart, kind, funny, insightful, courageous, generous, and a wonderful cook. Her pottery and crochet items are a testament to her creativity and skill.

During her more recent years, she served on the Board of Special Olympics Yukon, where she enjoyed participating in many fundraising and special events.

Something we will always remember about her was her down to earth straightshooting. Amica could pierce through to the essence of any given situation and call it like it was.

A celebration of her life will be held in Whitehorse, at a limited in-person event.

Donations in her honour will be gratefully received by Hospice Yukon or Special Olympics Yukon.

As her name suggests, she was a friend and mentor to many people who will miss her greatly.

Of Latin origin, the meaning of Amica is “loved friend.”

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MINE UPDATE 2030

Anticipated 2.4 million oz over the life of the mine of 11 years

Q3 / 2021 55,827 oz

Q2 / 2021 32,140 oz

Q4 / 2020 42,436 oz

Annual production is estimated to be 200,000/year

NEW RECORD August: 20,744 oz

Q1 / 2021 26,759 oz

Q3 / 2020 35,312 oz

Q2 / 2020 28,352 oz

Q1 / 2020 10,544 OZ

NOV 2019 10,000 OZ

Year 1 total: 116,644 oz

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Third Quarter (Q3) Record Gold Production The Victoria Gold team is pleased to have achieved a number of production records at the Eagle Gold Mine in the third quarter (Q3) of 2021 (July 1 to September 30).

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 Gold production was 55,827 ounces; a 58 per cent increase from the same period of 2020.  Ore tonnes mined was 49 per cent higher, waste tonnes mined was 13 per cent lower, while total tonnes stacked was 72 per cent higher in the third quarter of 2021 as compared to the third quarter of 2020.

Earlier this Fall, Victoria Gold was honoured by the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX) and ranked #13 in the 2021 TSX30 program; a flagship initiative recognizing the top 30 performing TSX stocks over a three-year period.

“The Eagle Gold Mine achieved many production records in the third quarter of 2021 including ore mined, total material mined, ore stacked on the pad and gold produced,” says Victoria Gold President & CEO John McConnell. “We anticipate this gold production record will be short-lived as we expect production growth in the fourth quarter of 2021 and annual production growth into 2022 as well.”

It has been an eventful season at Victoria Gold, the Eagle Gold Mine and the company’s Dublin Gulch exploration camps, while the team continues to maintain strict enforcement of COVID-19 precautions.

“The health and safety of our workforce, contractors and community members remains at the forefront in all our operations,” continues McConnell. “I recognize that all the achievements realized at the Eagle Gold Mine have been made possible with the continued support and involvement of our employees, contractors, communities and business partners and I extend my sincere appreciation to each and everyone.”

VICTORIA GOLD is the owner and operator of the Eagle Gold Mine located northwest of the Village of Mayo, within the traditional territory of the First Nation of Na-Cho Nyak Dun (FNNND). The company employs over 500 workers and contractors; half of which are Yukoners At Work and many are FNNND citizens.

If you are a Yukoner with mining experience, Victoria Gold encourages you to become a Yukoner At Work. Visit the “Work For Us” page at vgcx.com/contact/ work-for-us/ and send your resume to greatpeoplework@vgcx.com.