What's Up Yukon, October 27

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WH TSUP TSUPYUKON YUKON All Northern. All Fun.

Blue Feather Music Festival ... page 23

YAPP WEEK ... pages 12-15

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Commemorative totem pole raising at YAC

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Where does your pumpkin come from?

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Through a Dark Wood PHOTO: Mike Thomas, YAC

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he fall is a busy time for pumpkin farmers. Ask Kevin Miles, who owns and operates Miles Produce Ltd. out of Waterford, Ontario. With thanksgiving and Halloween both taking place weeks apart in Canada, as well as scenic autumn weddings and other occasions, pumpkins are in high demand throughout October. But the process of getting pumpkins up to a place like the Yukon starts long before that, when the first pumpkins are planted in May. “There’s a lot of shipping logis-

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tics you have to think of,” Miles explained to What’s Up Yukon.

“Your pumpkins in the Yukon are most likely coming from B.C., maybe Alberta, maybe even California.”

Mile’s farm is located in Norfolk County, which according to Norfolk Business, is Canada’s pumpkin capitol. Though the region is a massive producer of pumpkins, they generally do not ship pumpkins all over Canada, and with the Yukon being some 5000 km away, Yukoners likely won’t be seeing any pumpkins from the country’s pumpkin capitol. Miles’ pumpkins do ship all over eastern Canada, and have made it as far west as Saskatchewan, according to the farmer. Around two thirds of Miles’ supply end up going to the U.S.A. The transportation of pump-

kins is a fairly simple process, compared to the months of planning, preparation and dealing with issues that come with the actual planting and growing. Pumpkins, like most produce, are shipped on freight trucks—which is why shipping logistics are important to determine where pumpkins can make it in good condition in time for the fall rush. Keeping pumpkins fresh during travel is crucial, as when they start to rot, they rot quickly. The packing of the pumpkins is an important part of the transportation as well. Pumpkins are often packed for their drives in cardboard cartons, inside crates, with proper air circulation to prevent early ripening and dimmish the quality of the fruits. cont’d on page 3 ...

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Pumpkins in the North ... cont’d

Carver Calvin Morberg cheers during Yaxkasei’s Hoo Haa commemorative totem pole unveiling for William Callaghan at the Yukon Arts Centre on Sept. 25 PHOTO: Mike Thomas, YAC

What’s Inside Yukon Pumpkins .......................2 Yukon See It Here .....................4 Blue Collar North ......................5 Totem Pole Raising ....................6 Traveling Light .........................9 Seasonal Recipes .................... 10 Gather ................................ 19 Through a Dark Wood .............. 22

Events Whitehorse Listings ................ 8 Community Listings .............. 16 Active Listings .................... 18 Highlights .......................... 20

Miles Produce Ltd.’s pumpkin farm in Waterford, Ontario As many Yukoners know, driving to Whitehorse from even communities in northern B.C. can still take upwards of a couple of days, so the importance of properly packing pumpkins to stay fresh when they’re headed up someplace like the Yukon can’t be understated.

For Miles, this year wasn’t the easiest when it came to growing pumpkins because of the large amounts of water Ontario received. Still, he’s been in this business for decades, and has learned how to get around problems like this, something any farmer will have to do eventu-

ally. By the time pumpkins are on the shelves in stores, ready to be bought and carved into jack-olanterns, Miles has done months worth of work to get them there.

“It’s a long process,” he said.

“But once you’ve done it so many times, it’s like riding a bike.”

The work may be long and ar-

duous, but by the time the pumpkins are finally ready for Halloween, Miles finds the work rewarding and satisfying.

“Pumpkin season is usually a fun time of year,” said Miles. “It’s always nice to see the pumpkins in the bins.” n

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Carey Marshall Carey Marshall is from Whitehorse and has lived on both sides of the mountain north of 60 for almost 50 years.

MISFITS VERSUS CITY HALL

PART 1

Atlas Shrugged, written by Ayn Rand, is an 1100 page book which tells the story of a Bureaucratic US government that imposed burdensome laws and regulations on corporations, to the point that the corporations withdrew their services.

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lthough I read Atlas Shrugged over a decade ago, it took my pea brain that long to figure out that I was also involved in a mini-Atlas Shrugged.

Before I came to Inuvik, NWT in 1972, I had already been driving taxis in two other towns for nearly two years. When I started driving taxis in Inuvik, the first thing I noticed was how low the fares were. The minimum fare in the two towns I had driven in before was one dollar. In high-cost Inuvik, which had no highway and everything brought in by air or boat, the taxi fare minimum was seventyfive cents. I didn’t realize it at the time, but a lot of other drivers had come to the same conclusion as me - those bloody fares were from the Stone Age. With absolutely no input on my part, the cab companies went to a town council meeting and asked for the minimum fare to be increased to one dollar.

It’s getting close to fifty years since that town hall meeting, and my poor little brain has retained slightly more details than

PHOTO: Pixabay a bottomless cup. The only two things I remember about it are the indifference of the mayor, and the attitude of one councilor.

The councilor’s long winded spiel went on about how there was no justification for a fare increase.

Next came the kicker that is still crystal clear in my foggy brain today, “Where in the world did you dream up this idea that you are entitled to a fare increase?” we were asked?

We left the council meeting with our tail between our legs. At the time of the town hall meeting, Inuvik had four taxi companies, with over thirty five taxis in total between them. Only one company was a viable operation the company I was leased on with was limping along. We were a bunch of misfits at best, who were leaderless.

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COMMUNITY CONNECTION

Yukoner  Appreciation Week

Mike Thomas is the marketing coordinator for the Yukon Arts Centre.

November 2-7, 2021

A MONUMENTOUS COMMUNITY EVENT

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George Bahm of the Dakhká Khwáan Dancers

he celebration included stories, exhibit opening of William’s artwork and performances by the The Dakhká Khwáan Dancers.

The artists involved in the carving of the totem are Calvin Morberg, Duran Henry, Justin Smith ,Yuya Morishima, Colin Teramura, Joshua Lesage and Owen Munroe of the Northern Cultural Expressions Society.

An exhibit of William’s work is on display at the Yukon Arts Centre’s Yukon Energy Community Gallery until October 29.

Teslin-Tlingit artist William Yaxkasei Callaghan (1983-2016) was a carver, dancer, and graphic artist.

He was born in Whitehorse and into the Dakhl’awèdi clan, which is the killer whale/eagle clan of the Teslin Tlingit First Nation. His Tlingit name, Yaxkasei, means “can see a long way”. William began carving when he was just nineteen, collaborating on a bear mask with celebrated artist Eugene Alfred.

Upon joining the Sundog carving program in 2005, William decided to pursue a career as an artist.

Stylistically, he embraced Tlingit design infused with his personal experiences. In 2006, three of his carvings were displayed in the United Nations building in New York City and in 2007 one of his masks was presented to the Former Governor General Michelle Jean. William pursued his Bachelors degree in Fine Art at Vancouver’s Emily Carr University of Art and Design and was an active participant in the school’s Aboriginal Initiatives. cont’d on page 7 ...

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A monumentous community event ... cont’d William was also a traditional dancer; part of the Dakhká Khwáan dancers who have danced all over Canada and the US, most notably at the Vancouver 2010 victory ceremony. William felt carving, dancing

A child dances

Tlingit elder Sam Johnson dances

and learning his Tlingit language, compliment each other and inspire a desire to relearn traditional ways bringing back a closer cultural connection and a pathway to a healthier way of life. n

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PHOTOS: Mike Thomas

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ART SHOWS Fri Oct 29 & 30 Artist in the Window - Marie-Hélène Comeau 11:00 AM Yukon Artists at Work Known for her imaginative and colourful paintings and exciting to watch new work in creation.

Until Oct 29 Through A Dark Wood

by Jenifer Davidson Northern Front Studio Gallery hours Monday to Friday, 9-5.

Until Oct 30 InsideOut Yukon Arts at Work Enjoy a walk through an outdoor art exhibit Gallery hours are 11am4:00pm, Tues to Sun Until Oct 30 Eleventy-leven: Eleven Years of Collaboration and Exchange

by Joyce Majiski & Zea Morvitz Arts Underground Gallery hours are 12 am5:00pm, Tues to Sat Until Oct 30 Kaska Dena Designs

by Natasha Peter Arts Underground Gallery hours are 12 am-5:00pm, Tues to Sat Until Oct 31 North-South - The Twain Shall Meet 5:00 PM Best Western Gold Rush Inn Stunning new works by the acclaimed Yukon artist Halin de Repentigny, featuring paintings from journeys in Yukon and Mexico.

Until Nov 4 Yukon Prize Exhibit Yukon Arts Centre Showcases the six finalists from the Yukon Prize for Visual Arts.

LIVE MUSIC Thu Oct 28 Karaoke Thursdays 8:00 PM The Local Bar Show your talent and enter some awesome draws. Lipsync & air guitar optional. Hosted by DJ Carlo Fri Oct 29 & Sat Oct 30 Halloween Spectacular 9:00 PM The Local Bar 2 night spectacular - come dressed to dance! Cover charge at the door!

Sat Oct 30 Hallo-Banger - Featuring DJKJ 9:30 PM Miner’s Daughter & Dirty Northern Public House Halloween bash featuring DJKJ with support from Benny Lehobbit and Jonny Gel! First come first served, cover at the door.

Sun Oct 31 Seldom Seen Steve Slade 6:00 PM Whiskey Jacks Pub & Grill Steve Slade performs live, originals, covers, recitations. Every Sunday in September. COVID rules and regs apply

GENERAL EVENTS Wed Oct 27 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 Oct 27 Workshop Series Futures and Foresight Thinking 6:00 PM Yukonstruct Makespace Identify transformative opportunities for your life, your work, and the world. Registration is free, sign up online, Snacks and beverages provided.

Wed Oct 27 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.

Thu Oct 28 Sundog Toastmasters Club 12:00 PM Sport Yukon Learn the skills, practice the speaking, receive the feedback to improve your public speaking, communication and leadership skills. Guests are welcomed with advanced notice. Call 689-6363 or email toastmastersyukon@gmail.com.

Sat Oct 30 The Rot - A Haunted House Experience 7:00 PM The Heart of Riverdale Community Centre Experience the rot... with a kids show, scary show and terrifying show!

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The Midnight Sons & Jeremy Parkin (19+) Entry by donation!

TuesdaysFree Super Smash Bros.

5:00 PM Titan Gaming Cafe All skill levels welcome! Please bring your own controller, and if you have a Nintendo Switch and/or Gamecube controller adapter please bring them so that we can have multiple setups.

Thu Oct 28 Seniors Bingo 1:00 PM Golden Age Society

Sun Oct 31 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

Wednesdays Warhammer Wednesdays - Age of Sigmar 5:00 PM Titan Gaming Cafe Every Wednesday

Thu Oct 28 Snowboard Yukon AGM 7:00 PM Sport Yukon Anyone may attend (invite your friends!), in order to run for a board position and/or to vote in the election, you must have a current membership.

Thu Oct 28 Comedy Night 8:00 PM The Local Bar The Comedy Collective on the last Thursday of the month.

Cover charge at the door.

Fri Oct 29 Seniors Crib 1:00 PM Golden Age Society Fri Oct 29 Halloween Haunted Walk 6:00 PM Robert Service Campground 2nd Annual Haunted Walk, entry by donation. Dress spooky for the weather!

Fri Oct 29 The Rot - A Haunted House Experience 7:00 PM The Heart of Riverdale Community Centre Experience the rot... with a kids show, scary show and terrifying show!

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The Midnight Sons & Jeremy Parkin (19+) Entry by donation!

Sat Oct 30 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 Oct 30 Kwanlin Dun First Nation Fall General Assembly 2021 10:00 AM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Limited space to come in person for fully vaccinated Elders and Citizens. COVID safe protocols will be in place. Attend virtually if you can.

Sat Oct 30 Wild Trick or Treat 10:30 AM Yukon Wildlife Preserve Come dressed in your best and join Halloween fun including a Scavenger Hunt, Antler Ring Toss, Special animal feedings and toast some marshmallows at the bonfire.

Sun Oct 31 Seniors Bingo 1:00 PM Golden Age Society Sun Oct 31 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 Oct 31 The Rot - A Haunted House Experience 12:30 & 7:00 PM The Heart of Riverdale Community Centre Experience the rot... with a kids show, scary show and terrifying show!

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Mon Nov 1 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 can sign in 2 guests MAX. Tue Nov 2 Chess Club 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles Love Chess?

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Tue Nov 2 Seniors Bridge 6:30 PM Golden Age Society Yukon Bridge players come join us for competition or fun or both Tue Nov 2 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. Covid precautions are in effect.

Sat Oct 30 Halloween Felting 1:00 PM Arts Underground Felt your own eco friendly, spooktacular Halloween decoration. Choose from one of the following based in your hand felting skill level. Register online.

Tue Nov 2 Trivia Tuesdays! 7:00 PM Polarity Brewing Prizes for our top 3 teams, and a guaranteed fun time for everyone! First come first served basis, check out facebook for weekly hints.

Sat Oct 30 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.

KIDS & FAMILIES

Sat Oct 30 Halloween Haunted Walk 6:00 PM Robert Service Campground 2nd Annual Haunted Walk, entry by donation. Dress spooky for the weather!

Sat Oct 30 Yukon Comic Culture Society Presents - Harry Potter Trivia! 6:30 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Costumes are welcomed, everyone gets a drink ticket, a treat bag and a pencil wand. Email to info@ yukomicon.com for tickets.

Mon thru Fri Story Time and Dropin Free Play 1:00 PM Yukon Family Literacy Centre Drop in and enjoy sensory stations, puppets, make your own music, hear some fun stories, whatever your little heart desires!

Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays LAB Drop-In 12:00 AM Heart Of Riverdale For grades 8+, make beats, write, eat food.

Tuesdays & Fridays Drop-In and Free Play 9:00 AM Yukon Family Literacy Centre Free, drop-in, everyone welcome programming for you and your child. No registration or wristbands required.

Thursdays Kill Team Thursdays 5:00 PM Titan Gaming Cafe 668-5750 Units can be drawn from both the core book, elite book, Kill team annual and white dwarf.

Saturdays Pokemon Saturdays 12:00 PM Titan Gaming Cafe Call 668-5750 for more info.

Saturdays Drop-In and Free Play 10:00 AM Yukon Family Literacy Centre Free, drop-in, everyone welcome programming for you and your child. No registration or wristbands required.

Fridays Standard Format - Magic: The Gathering 6:00 PM Titan Gaming Cafe Legal sets = Ixalan, Rivals of Ixalan, Dominaria, Core Set 2019, Guilds of Ravnica, Ravnica Allegiance.Banned Cards = Rampaging Ferocidon Wed Oct 27 Mixed Media for Youth 6:00 PM Arts Underground An introductory class to a variety of wet and dry media, practice various media & techniques and refine your practice of your preferred media. Register online.

Fri Oct 29 Creative Fridays 4:30 PM Yukonstruct Makespace Free drop-in creative time for high school-aged folks.

Learn and practice theatre, visual and media arts! Includes snacks!

Fri Oct 29 Youth DJ Workshops 5:00 PM Boys & Girls Club Free workshops are for youth 12+, food provided. Email obulpitt@bgcyukon.com or call 3932824 ext 204, Space is limited for each workshop.

Sat Oct 30 Queer Yukon Storytime For Families 10:00 AM Online Gather the kids and enjoy a recording of a community member reading stories from queer authors.

Sat Oct 30 Trunk or Treat 3:00 PM Riverdale Baptist Church Dress up and trick or treat from trunk to trunk in our parking lot. This is an outdoor, family event.

Sat Oct 30 Zombie Apocalypse 5:00 PM Sergeant Greg 3 chances to capture the running zombie or to search the medicine cure on this epic short laser game. To reserve a spot call 456GREG(4734) or online.

Fri Oct 29 Bowlloween 7:00 PM Northern Lights Bowling Free, ages14 to 25 able to express themselves in French. Covid-19 precautions, Register online.

ONLINE EVENTS Wed Oct 27 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.

Wed Oct 27 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 Wed Oct 27 Queer Stitch and BTCH 6:00 PM Online Queer Stitch & B*tch is your monthly hangout for LGBTQIA2S+ folx for crafting! Set aside some time to work on that knitting, darn those socks, make that zine!

Thu Oct 28 Turning Setbacks Into Success 9:00 AM Online Explore how language can encourage or hinder learning, and get practical tips on giving and receiving feedback. Register online.

Fri Oct 29 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 Fri Oct 29 AA Yukon Unity Group 1:30 PM Online For Zoom Room address Contact 334-7693 Fri Oct 29 Yukon Artist Relief Fund AGM 10:00 AM Online Yukon Artist Relief Fund is there to provide “bridge financing” to buy time to find other help or to make change. Call 333-0466 for more info.

Sat Oct 30 AA Detox Meeting (OM, NS) 1:00 PM Online For Zoom Room address call 334-7693 Sat Oct 30 AA Detox Meeting (OM, NS) 1:00 PM Online For Zoom Room address call 334-7693.

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Mon Nov 1 Online Grief Journaling Workshop 7:00 PM Online Join us for this two session workshop (Nov1 and 8)where you will learn journaling techniques and explore a loss that you are grieving through writing. To PreRegister Email: info@hospiceyukon.net Tues Nov 2 Restorative Online Healing Circles 7:30 PM Online Checkin, Q&A, connect and feel the results.

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CAREGIVERS STRENGTHEN THE HEALTH OF YOUR HEART Nurturing Children in Intense Times Question: How can we best support our children during intense times?

The Card: Major Arcana VI, The Lovers Rulerships: Gemini, Mercury.

Element: Air. Colours: Blue, Orange, Yellow.

Day: Friday Gemstones and Minerals: Rose Quartz, Agate, Alexandrite, Clear Calcite, Staurolite

Photo: Aimée Dawn Robinson The Deck: The Rider-Waite Coleman-Smith, first published in 1910.

Astrological Circumstances: I cast the reading during the Last Quarter Moon in Aries, in a plume of white sage, with benevolent intentions. May it harm none.

Physical Description: In this gorgeous card, we see an angel named Raphael with strong fibrous red-purple wings, blessing two naked humans, as they stand in harmony with one another and nature inside an abundant garden.

A snake winds ‘round the trunk of a healthy fruit tree behind one person. A tree of small flames stands behind the other person. In the background, we see a volcanic mountain. A giant vibrant sun shines behind the angel Raphael.

Metaphysical Description and Advice: I have one million things to say about The Lovers; it is one of my favourite Tarot cards. But for now, we will focus on two layers of the card in relation to raising kids during intense times. Layer one, heart health. Layer two, communication during changes.

Layer one, heart health. This luscious card reminds us, our chil-

In The Lovers, human interconnection with nature is a heart remedy and a constant state of being. Stay connected with nature and you will have less healing to do later

dren exist inside our hearts as part of us. When our hearts are healthy, our children’s can be too. Major Arcana VI, The Lovers, is not only about the romantic relationships in our lives. It is also about living in harmony with creative spirit and with compassionate, loving intentions.

The presence of the angel Raphael and the snake indicate the healing of spirit. In Hebrew, Raphael means, “God has healed”. In pre-Christian times, and today, the snake is a symbol of renewal and health. Strengthen the health of your heart for your kids. Encourage more balance between feminine and masculine energies in your family. Allow yourself to receive love.

In The Lovers, human inter-

connection with nature is also a heart remedy and a constant state of being. Stay connected with nature and you will have less healing to do later.

Layer two, communication during changes!

Raising kids brings a continual stream of choices and assessments.

During intense times, the stakes of each choice can be higher, or feel higher. In the oldest versions of The Lovers card, the two people stand together at an actual crossroads. They assess the many possible paths and c h o i c e s before them.

The beautiful imagery in the card encourages the realization – it is beautiful to have choices.

The card advises we make choices rooted in love and in balance with nature, our home. The Lovers recommend passing an abundant garden of a planet to our children.

Gemini, the sign of communication and quick-change rules this card. Communication in the world of Gemini is fun and vital, effortless even. Communicate our choices with love to our children with a quick light touch and be ready to adapt and listen as the conversation unfolds (perhaps way faster than we would like it to!).

With so much to question in the world, The Lovers suggests the kids you nurture need to hear balanced information from you, straight from the heart. If you fear you won’t know what to say, try remembering – it doesn’t need to be adorned; tune into nature and speak with true love.

Remember to use your healthy heart when you communicate intense topics or big changes with kids you love. Try not to speak from the worried heart you beat up for your own purposes!

If this last sentence resonates with you, please re-read Layer one, heart health, above! n

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CHILI GINGER BEEF WITH RICE AND EGGS

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dmittedly, this dish is ideal for someone with some sort of food processor/blender/bullet type thing as processing all the aromatics to a paste is what makes this sauce so easy and delicious. Any type of ground meat will work (pork, chicken, wild game) just make sure to take the time to let that meat really brown

in the pan. Serves 4

INGREDIENTS ❑ 5 garlic cloves ❑ 1 small onion ❑ 3 inches fresh ginger, peeled ❑ 5 dried whole chilies ❑ 5 garlic cloves ❑ 1/4 cup soy sauce

Dried chilies, fresh ginger, garlic, onion

❑ Large drizzle oil ❑ 1 pound ground beef ❑ 1 tablespoon cracked black pepper

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❑ ½ - 1 cup water

Aromatic paste

❑ 1 tablespoon cornstarch ❑ 4 eggs ❑ 4 cups cooked white rice

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Simmering

1

Process garlic, onion, ginger, chilies, garlic, and soy sauce in a food processor or blender until it is a smooth paste.

2skillet over medium high heat and when

Heat a large drizzle of oil in a cast iron shimmering add the ground meat in a single layer. Let it cook undisturbed until the meat is dark brown, then flip and break the meat up with a spatula.

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When the meat is browned add the aromatic mixture, black pepper, and ½ - 1 cup of water (however much you need to almost cover the meat) and bring to a simmer. Turn the heat to low and let cook for 10 minutes or until the liquid has reduced by halt.

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5 mering, cook the eggs until the whites are set and the yolks are runny.

Heat another drizzle of oil in a non-stick skillet over high heat and when shim-

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Email: events@whatsupyukon.com 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.

Sat Oct 30 Saturday Sewing 10:00 AM Atlin Teen Centre Share tips and tricks, newly discovered notions or patterns and encourage each other to advance our sewing skills.

CARCROSS First Sunday of Every Month St. Saviours Church Services 2:00 pm St. Saviour Church 867-668-3129

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 Until Oct 30 We Are Sacred When We Straddle Both Sides by Kim Edgar KIAC Reflects on experiences of both the medical system and the ennui that comes with being sick with no end.

Wed Oct 27 Drop-in Badminton 6:00 PM Robert Service School Grades 5-7 enter through the front door.

Thu Oct 28 AA Beginners Group 6:00 PM Dawson City Hospital In person or Video conference option available Call 867-993-5095 or 867-993-3734 for more information Thu Oct 28 Hohtr’ey ëde’ą Concert Band Drop-In 6:00 PM KIAC Weekly twohour conducted music session is geared towards those who can (or used to) play a woodwind or brass instrument.

Sat Oct 28 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.

Sat Oct 28 Under 5 Gym Drop-In 10:00 AM Robert Service School Sat Oct 28 Seniors Saturday Drop-In Painting 1:00 PM KIAC two hours of selfdirected painting time!

Sat Oct 28 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

Fri Oct 29 & Sat Oct 30 The Resurrectionists by Meg Braem 7:00 PM Klondike Institute of Art and Culture (KIAC) A spooky, darkly humorous gothic tale of tragic romance and anatomical ambition. Call KIAC for more information.

Sun Oct 31 Under 5 Gym Drop-In 10:00 AM Robert Service School Sun Oct 31 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 Oct 31 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.

Mon Nov 1 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, socialemotional and motor skills.

Mon Nov 1 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 993-5005 or come by in person.

Tue Nov 2 Romp & Run 10:30 AM YOOP Hall Email Jen.Suttis@cdcyukon.ca for more info.

Tues Nov 2 Hand Building Pottery Drop-In 6:00 PM KIAC Space is limited to 6 participants, first come first served.

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 pickup 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.

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Tuesdays & Thursdays Kids Club 3:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre For ages 6 to 13 - Registration required, stop in or call 994-2375 Wed Oct 27 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.

Wed Oct 27 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 Sat Oct 30 Halloween Carnival & Bouncy Castle 2:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre. All ages welcome, costume contest, Prizes and candy to be given.

Sat Oct 30 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 9942375 or email recreation@faroyukon.ca for more info

HAINES JUNCTION Daily Public Skate Bill Brewster Arena Mon 7:30-9:15, Tue, Thu & Fri 3:15-4:30 and 8:45-9:45, Wed 8:45-9:45 Sat 1:003:00 & 5:00-7:00, Sun 12:00-7:00 Tuesdays & Fridays Drop-in Hockey 7:30 Bill Brewster Arena Wed Oct 27 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] Wed Oct 27 The Resurrectionists

by Meg Braem 7:00 PM St. Elias Convention Centre In time for the spooky season a darkly humorous gothic tale of tragic romance and anatomical ambition.

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Mon Nov 1 Zumba Strong 6:00 PM Bill Brewster Arena at the Mezz

MARSH LAKE Thu Oct 28 Shuffleboard And Games Night 6:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Jackalope Members & guests Thu Oct 28 Jackalope Open for drinks and snacks 5:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Fri Oct 29 Jackalope Open for drinks and snacks 5:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Sat Oct 30 Knitting Circle 11:00 AM Marsh Lake Community Centre Everyone wielding a hook, needle or pin is welcome.

Sat Oct 30 Family Playtime and Open Gym 3:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Sat Oct 30 Jackalope Open for Drinks and Snacks 3:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Tue Nov 2 North of 60 Seniors Coffee and Chat 2:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Tue Nov 1 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 996-2043 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)6677746

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TESLIN Wed Oct 27 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 Oct 27 Pickleball 12:00, 3:30 & 7:00 PM Teslin Lake Recreation Complex A paddle ball sport that combines elements of badminton, table tennis, and tennis.

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Fri Oct 29 Public Skate 3:30 Pm Teslin Lake Recreation Complex Fri Oct 29 Basketball 7:00 PM Khàtìnas. Àxh (Teslin) Community School Tue Nov 2 Young Explorers 3:30 PM Teslin Recreation Centre Rec

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.

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Wed - Sun Halloween Festivities Watson Lake Recreation Centre & Wye Lake Park Check out the haunted house, halloween dance, bonfire & fireworks and fun throughout the weekend.

Wednesdays Parent and Tots 4:00 PM Old Crow Community Center Call 9663015 for more info.

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Fri Oct 29 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 Oct 30 Baptiste Power Yoga 11:00 AM Watson Lake Recreation Centre Rec Centre fees apply. A muscle-shaping and mind-sculpting workout, work at your own level and ability, set to electronic music.

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The Dakhká Khwáan Dancers during Yaxkasei’s Hoo Haa commemorative totem pole unveiling for William Callaghan at the Yukon Arts Centre on Sept. 25

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Fri Oct 29 Pride Stride 12:00 PM A socially distanced walk around the Millennium trail.

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Fri Oct 29 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.

Sat Oct 30 Halloween/Samhain Boogie 7:00 PM Whitehorse Get out your Ghoulish Garb and come ready to dance with the dead! To register email to borealboogie@gmail.com Sun Oct 31 Spin with Adrienne 10:00 AM Habit Health and Wellness book online or email habitcommunity@gmail.com for more info

Sun Oct 31 Circus Sundays 1:00 PM Avalanche Athletics 5 free classes which will include elements of aerial silks, aerial hoop, juggling, etc. To register, or for more info, email ness.claire@gmail.com Mon Nov 1 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 Nov 1 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 Nov 1 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 Nov 1 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.

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Tue Nov 2 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”.

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Wed Oct 27 Samurai Brotherhood Men’s Circle: Porcupine Squad 7:00 PM Location TBA After Pre-Registration A weekly, actionfocused 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.

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Thu Oct 28 Sally & Sisters/Soeurs 11:00 AM Days Inn by Wyndham A safe place for women and children to access a meal.

Thu Oct 28 Fall Noon Yoga Class 12:00 PM Grace Space Fall Noon 1 hour Yoga class and 1 hour individual psychosomatic session.

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Thur Oct 28 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 Oct 28 KDCC Walking with Our Sisters Sewing Group 5:00 PM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre.

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Fri Oct 29 AA Yukon Unity Group 1:30 PM Online For Zoom Room address Contact 3347693 Fri Oct 29 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 Oct 29 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 Oct 29 AA Whitehorse Group (OM, NS) 8:00 PM Hellaby Hall Looking for support with your relationship with alcohol? Join the AA Whitehorse Group.

Sat Oct 30 AA Hospital Meeting 1:00 PM Hellaby Hall Join us at Hellaby Hall – 4th & Elliott Street Sat Oct 30 AA Detox Meeting (OM, NS) 1:00 PM Online For Zoom Room address call 3347693 Sat Oct 30 A Hospital Meeting 1:00 PM Hellaby Hall Join us at Hellaby Hall – 4th & Elliott Street Sat Oct30 AA Detox Meeting (OM, NS) 1:00 PM Online For Zoom Room address call 334-7693 Sat Oct 30 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.

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Mon Nov 1 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 Nov 1 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 Nov 2 Yoga by Amber 7:00 PM 7th Ray Studio A yoga class that is for all levels and abilities, register online.

Tue Nov 2 AA Ugly Duckling Group (C/M, NS) 8:00 PM Hellaby Hall New members always welcome, this is a non smoking group.

Tue Nov 2 Sally & Sisters/Soeurs 11:00 AM Days Inn by Wyndham A safe place for women and children to access a meal.

Tue Nov 2 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

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I was back in time for a gloriously sunny day of foraging amidst dazzling blue pothole lakes and trees of shimmering orange. A perfect fall day became more perfect when we found berries, in great number, and filled our buckets. On Surprise Road, near Mystery Lake, we sat on folding chairs to drink tea and feast on cranberry scones while juncos fluttered in the trees and the occasional eagle soared

overhead. Once home we winnowed in the breeze, picking out pine needles, twigs and scraps of lichen from the shiny red bounty, then tucked bags of cleaned berries away in the freezer.

Since then I’ve made more cranberry scones, cranberry and whipped cream dessert crepes, and cranberry chutney. The latest treat is an old-fashioned jelly roll, made with cranberry jam, not jelly, and finished with whipped cream, Amaretto and toasted sliced almonds. Ooh la la.

I hope you had a great berry season, and I wish you many happy berry hours in the kitchen this fall and winter.

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HIGHLIGHTS Klondike Institute of Art and Culture Dawson City, YT

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October 27 STAINED GLASS FEATHER 6:00pm - 9:00pm ………………………..

October 29 DROP IN - SHOW OFF YOUR COSTUME 3:00pm - 5:00pm ………………………..

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November 1 TRAIN THE TRAINER - GIVE A WOODSHOP ORIENTATION 6:30 - 8:30pm ………………………..

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BEGINNER LASER CUTTING AND JEWELRY MAKING : LAYERED PENDANT 6:00pm - 8:00pm ………………………..

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

November 4 BEGINNER SEWING : SEW A FLEECE HAT 6:00pm - 8:00pm ………………………..

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Beau is an 8-month-old, male Husky Bear Mix who is an energetic and playful pup! When fully grown he will be a large dog and his coat will need regular brushing. He is house-trained and has shown to be a fast learner, picking up basics like sit and down, but will need an owner willing to commit the time and consistency to continue his training (eg leash work) and socialization. Beau will do best with an active family, he does well with children and other dogs, but it is unknown how he is with cats.

2021 Exhibition Schedule

Nouveaux arrivants et membres de la communauté recherchés pour participer à notre nouveau programme.

Until October 28 Kimberly Edgar | New Work November 12 – December 16 Ursula Handleigh & Anna Heywood-Jones

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CRANBERRY BOUNTY ... cont’d from page 19 from the short side; for a longer, thinner one, roll from the long side.) Cool the wrapped cake on a rack.

9. To fill, unroll the cooled cake, leaving it on the towel, and spread the jam over top, leaving about a 1/2-inch margin at the edges. Roll the cake up using the towel to nudge it into shape. Wrap the roll in plastic wrap, place it seam-side down on a baking tray and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

10. Whip cream until soft peaks form and slowly add icing sugar and Amaretto, continuing to whip until stiff peaks form.

Transfer cake to a serving platter and unwrap. Spread topping evenly over the roll and sprinkle with toasted, sliced almonds. Slice and serve.

Makes 10 to 12 servings.

SIMPLE CRANBERRY JAM Ingredients: • 2 cups low bush cranberries, fresh or frozen • 1/2 cup granulated sugar • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon Instructions:

PHOTOS: Michele Genest Instructions: 1. Preheat the oven to 375F. Butter a 10 x 15-inch rimmed baking sheet, line it with parchment paper, making sure the paper overlaps the pan, and butter the parchment paper.

2. Beat egg yolks with an electric whisk until thick and creamy.

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5. Pour batter into the prepared pan, smoothing with the back of a spoon or an offset spatula, making sure the batter reaches right into the corners. Bake for 12 minutes.

6. While the cake is baking, spread a clean tea towel on the counter and sprinkle it liberally with sifted icing sugar—this is to keep the cake from sticking

to the tea towel.

7. As soon as the cake comes out of the oven, loosen the edges of the parchment paper from the pan and reverse the cake out of the pan onto the tea towel.

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THROUGH A DARK WOOD

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Manus Hopkins

Manus Hopkins is a Whitehorse- and Toronto-based journalism student, musician and lover of heavy metal and cats.

Local artist Jenifer Davidson talks about her new art show, which ran this October

J

enifer Davidson has been creating art for as long as she can remember. It’s not only an enjoyable hobby, but something that has seriously benefitted her mental health as well, even helping her move through her grieving process when her father passed away a few years ago.

“I could make stuff all day, everyday, until I turn to dust and still never get to all the media I’d like to work in,” the artist told What’s Up Yukon. “My life goal, by the way, is to make all the stuff, all the time.”

Davidson’s newest artistic endeavour is called Through a Dark Wood, an art show running at the

PHOTO: Courtesy of Jenifer Davidson

Some of Jenifer Davidson’s art as part of Through a Dark Wood

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FREE SPACE gallery in Northern Front Studio until October 29.

The works on display as part of the show were made with materials from all over the Yukon.

Foraged materials such as Bennet Lake driftwood, Yukon River and Dezadeash gravel and sand and rocks from Keno area and Ethel Lake have all found their way into Davidson’s artwork.

One of the show’s highlights is “The Forest King’’ an installation piece approximately 10 by six feet in size.

For Davidson, the creation of the art and the setup of the show was an enjoyable process, especially thanks to a friend who stepped in to help out. With such large pieces, there can be a lot of special logistics to figure out, and Davidson had to be conscious of time when doing so.

“It is a good thing that there are deadlines in a set up like this - I could have tweaked and fluffed and adjusted for days,” she said. “It was fun to play with hanging “The Forest King”, the floating dandelion bits and the spider webs, as well as the lights in the pieces and on them.”

This is not Davidson’s first time at the helm of an art show, but she said she thinks having put together art shows in the past and the lessons she has learned along the way alleviated a lot of the stress and anxiety she might have felt working to make Through a Dark Wood happen. Davidson is also grateful to be part of the Yukon’s vibrant and accepting arts community, and she said the very few barriers to entering the community allow for new perspectives to be showcased.

“Besides the many benefits that arts bring to a community, with mental health, beauty, community cohesion and safer

spaces, embracing our authentic and vulnerable selves encourages or inspires others to have courage,” she said.

In addition to being an artist, Davidson juggles employment, studies and motherhood. She used to save creating art for her downtime and only do it once all her chores have been completed, but as her art helped her in her process of grieving her father, she realized she needed to make it more of a priority because of the benefits it brought her.

“As I moved through grief, I made more space in my life for creating, and set up my dedicated studio,” she said, later adding “a lot of my work involves multistage processes. So, there is a lot of “pop into the shop and clear coat” then tend to family, house or employment needs. I think it works well for me because of I have a constant flow of ideas.

Many pieces in various stages and a never-ending to-do list allow me to bounce back and forth between art and life. I also combine outdoor adventures with gathering and foraging materials with help from my family.”

“This show was a complete trip through my own imagination,” said Davidson. “Embracing my vulnerability and fear, I drew from my authentic self, embraced my fears and vulnerability and just put it out there.

I am so in love with many of the pieces; they make me laugh, clap, and bounce about.”

Through a Dark Wood can be seen in the FREE SPACE gallery at Northern Front Studio, located at 110-2237 2nd Avenue in Whitehorse. The show is on display until October 29, with opening hours Monday to Friday, from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. n

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COMMUNITY Fall 2021 Victoria Gold/NND CBA Scholarship Program Recipients The entire Victoria Gold team extends its sincere congratulations to this Fall’s Victoria Gold/NND CBA Scholarship Program recipients and wishes them and all First Nation of Na-Cho Nyak Dun citizens every success in their post-secondary studies: Marshall Buyck Science Certificate Yukon University Rob Hoogland Home Inspector Certificate Carson Dunlop School of Home Inspection Alexander Schultz Personal Fitness Trainer Certificate Northern Alberta Institute of Technology Florence Moses First Nations Housing Manager Certificate Vancouver Island University Michelle Battaja Officer Administration Program Yukon University Maggie Wallingham-Schultz Biological Sciences University of Calgary

The next Victoria Gold/NND CBA Scholarship Program application deadline is November 26, 2021 and will be awarded in January 2022.

Since the Victoria Gold/NND CBA Scholarship Program was collaboratively established by the Company and the First Nation of Na-Cho Nyak Dun in 2012 through the mutually developed and implemented Comprehensive Cooperation and Benefits Agreement (CBA), over 125 scholarships have been awarded to the First Nation’s citizens pursuing their post-secondary studies for a total disbursement totalling over $120,000.

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.