What's Up Yukon, July 20, 2022

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AUSSIE GIRL IN THE YUKON

Kylie Campbell-Clarke

Aussie Girl columnist Kylie Campbell–Clarke is an Australian writer and photographer living in the Yukon. She adventures in the Yukon with her Canadian husband, two Yukon dogs Phil and Charlie, and cat Howie. After living in 11 other countries, she decided to call the Yukon home!

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eet Howard (a.k.a. Howie), our furry, black-andwhite overlord. Yes, he is a cat. But he thinks he’s a dog.

He’s also super needy for any human affection. Let me tell you the story of our first camping trip with Howie.

It was our first year with an actual camper trailer. It was amazing having a comfy bed, hot water and a flushing toilet (it was luxurious not needing to go outside in the middle of the night!).

We had completed some small

weekend trips together with our two dogs, Phil and Charlie. It was great. The dogs had a bunk bed, we had our bed and we had a kitchen and toilet to take adventuring around the Yukon. My husband, Ryan, wasn’t so keen on the cat attending any adventures. When we first got Howie, I wanted to take him on walks, or to Winterlong, or just with us. It was usually met with, “No, he’s a cat.”

Meanwhile, everytime we left the house, Howie would leap up onto the windowsill and stare out the window sadly and mouth “Meow” as though asking why we wouldn’t take him with us.

My husband eventually caved to my cat demands! We were bringing the cat camping! I mean, it’s basically like being in our house,

but in a different location. So off we went to Conrad Campground for the weekend. The cat was a little overwhelmed by the truck ride. He meowed and annoyed the dogs. He demanded cuddles and followed up by immediately annoying the dogs again. But mostly, he enjoyed staring out the truck window. We made it to the campground in one piece!

Once the camper was set up, Howie enjoyed his discovery inside. He had to smell and touch every single thing in the camper.

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Howie checks out the new surroundings from the relative safety of an overhead cupboard

shimmied under the one-and-ahalf-inch gap! I threw him back into the bathroom and used bath towels to fill the gap … Ha ha, I

On the Cover have outwitted you, cat! I said to myself, still half-asleep.

I woke up to the cat pounding and scratching on the door, meowing at the top of his lungs … Ugh. I got up and let him out, as I wasn’t going to win that round. Then I went back to sleep and prayed that the little evil overlord would leave me alone so I could get some sleep.

I woke up again to find Howie in “beast mode.” He’d found the tiniest stick and was pawing it across the floor with what sounded like brute force. I’m not sure how this 15-pound fluffball could

make so much noise! I looked at my watch and it was 5 a.m. (I guessed I was up now).

I had no idea when Ryan was supposed to come back to the campground. I felt like I hadn’t slept in a million years and I was looking at Howie, who was soundly asleep with Charlie by the window … Why did I bring the cat! n

Charlie (left), Phil and Howie, making themselves comfortable in the back of the car as they travel to their camping destination

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shower. He loved it. He would stare at the dogs tethered outside. He loved the bugs that made it inside the camper whenever the door was open. Seriously, mosquitoes were no match for him!

Eventually, though, it was time for bed. Ryan had to go back to Whitehorse and work in the morning, so I was left with my three boys and a bottle of wine—the perfect Friday night! As it was nearing bedtime, the animals were sent to their sleeping spots.

The dogs were babygated on the bottom bunk bed, and I put Howie in the bathroom and closed the door.

I woke up to the cat licking my face … What the! I was halfasleep, terrified because I had a momentary thought that I was outside and this was some creature eating my face. I’m not sure if this was a “regular” person’s first-thought response, but it certainly was if you were raised in Australia.

I got up and looked at the bathroom door. It was still closed.

I was perplexed. He must have

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Ahhh summer, the time of year that conjures up thoughts of long, sunny days and a steady stampede of tourists and motorists eagerly embarking from Whitehorse onto trails less traveled ore recently, summer in Whitehorse has brought another sight—lemonade stands popping up in front of stores and on street corners. It’s The Big Squeeze, our popular citywide lemonade-stand fundraiser in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Yukon!

Each year, roughly a dozen businesses around town compete to raise funds for Yukon’s youthmentoring charity, putting their fun twists on the classic lemonade stand, in hopes of being dubbed “The Biggest Squeeze” by a panel of expert taste testers.

“We’ve seen a lot of variety since this began a few years back,” said Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBSY) board rep Becky Johnson, adding that “some of the businesses supporting us like to go all out, with zany extras and gourmet recipes.” Gourmet, you say? Just ask last year’s winningest team (from the Boreal Clinic) who won over the Big Brothers Big Sisters judges with their sprucetip-infused thirst quencher. “We used an old family recipe that we loved, and it turns out our community does too!” explained Evie Allen, owner of Boreal Clinic.

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Left to Right- Elisabeth Lexow, Mentoring Coordinator for Big Brothers Big Sisters, Angela Krueger, Family and Community Liaison for Boreal Clinic, Sienna Escobar, Caitlin Johnston-Urey, Speech Pathologist for Boreal Clinic and Hon. Larry Bagnell, Former Yukon MP. the Prince George chapter of Big Brothers Big Sisters, The Big Squeeze has grown to become a beloved summer event in over 15 cities nationwide, from Victoria to Guelph. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Yukon began their own twist on the tradition in 2018, and the fun summer event has grown in popularity since. Although the event had to be cancelled in 2020, last year’s return of The Big Squeeze was a tasty reminder that support for our community (and appreciation of a great glass of lemonade) is alive and well.

Area businesses each compete by offering their lemonade in exchange for a donation, and some choose to also include additional draws such as baked goods, live music or a barbecue. All proceeds from The Big Squeeze stay right here in the Yukon, to support BBBSY proactive mentoring programs. And that, according to many fans of the event, is precisely why each glass of lemonade seems to taste just a bit sweeter.

“Along with raising awareness for our programming, we see The Big Squeeze as a fun communitybuilding event that attracts both locals and tourists,” explained Ben Johnston-Urey, executive director for BBBSY. “And a big part

of that fun is the participation of local luminaries who serve as our ‘celebrity’ taste testers for the competition. This year’s team includes The Rush’s Bobby Ferris, Yukon MP Brendan Hanley, and a few surprise guests,” said Johnston-Urey. “They’ll be carefully weighing each stand’s offering, ranking them according to taste, creativity, stand presentation and mouthfeel.”

Both the best-tasting and highest-fundraising teams from this year will win bragging rights as The Biggest Squeeze—walking away with custom trophies handcrafted by Lumel Studios and Big Brothers Big Sisters volunteers.

“The entire event really keeps our judges on their toes—you may have one stand offering a new spin on the classic lemonade, and another that offers up an entirely unexpected beverage experience,” Johnston-Urey continued.

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Stands will operate from 11

a.m. to 2 p.m. on July 20, and you can find a map of participating locations on the BBBSY Facebook page or by visiting www.yukon. bigbrothersbigsisters.ca.

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This year’s event is just around the corner, so be sure to get out and raise a glass or three in support of our community’s youth! n

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ADHD 101

Aaron Bailey

Aaron Bailey lives and works in Whitehorse and, as a person who has ADHD (combination type), as well as a learning disability (LD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD) and mental health struggles, he not only understands the difficulty and frustration that is often part of the ADHD journey, but he wants to help others understand too. He holds an advanced Child and Youth Worker Diploma from St. Lawrence College, a Bachelor of Human Services from Griffith University, and he recently completed the ADD Coach Academy Basic ADHD & Life Coach Certification program. After 12 years of working in this field, in various positions, and running his own part-time business, Aaron launched his ADHD Life Coaching business full-time.

WHAT IN THE WORLD ARE EXECUTIVE FUNCTIONS? What’s up, What’s Up Yukon readers?

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n this column submission I’d like to talk about a frequently used but perhaps not completely understood term: executive functions (EF). What are they and how do they affect people with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)? I will also give you a glimpse into some of the complex EF challenges that some folks with ADHD face.

When it comes to ADHD, we often focus on the three main challenges: inattention, hyperactivity and impulsivity. However, ADHD is so much more than those three difficulties. One major aspect that is often overlooked is something called executive functions.

What the heck is that? you ask.

Well, you’re full of great questions! A renowned professor of psychiatry and neurology, Dr. Russel Barkley, describes EF as “the cognitive process that organizes thoughts and activities, prioritizes tasks, manages time efficiently and makes decisions.” https:// www.additudemag.com/7-executive-function-deficits-linked-toadhd/ Some pretty important stuff, eh? Dr. Barkley goes on to say that “executive function skills are the skills that help us establish structures and strategies for managing projects and determine the actions required to move each project forward.”

People who struggle with executive functions or “executive dysfunction” may find it dif-

ficult to “analyze, plan, organize, schedule and complete tasks at all—or on deadline. They misplace materials, prioritize the wrong things and get overwhelmed by big projects.”

In other words, EF helps us to create a goal, develop a plan and follow through on that plan. How important is that really, though? Well, without even realizing it, we create goals, all throughout the day, which require EF. Making breakfast? That’s a multi-step process that takes mini goals to finish.

Getting ready for work?

You bet that there is a whole process in order to get ready. These are two relatively simple examples of “goal + follow-through” (you may be starting to see how important EF skills really are).

As a person with ADHD and EF challenges, myself, I can attest to how difficult and oftentimes how insurmountable some of life’s “simple tasks” can be.

Tasks, such as making a doctor’s appointment, paying bills on time or grocery shopping, take a lot of planning, organizing and motivation to accomplish.

Here’s an example of my own EF struggles. For the past, oh, I don’t know … three months, I’ve had a cheque waiting for me at the bank. All I have to do is make an appointment and deposit it …

That’s it! However, this is a major task for me because there are multiple steps involved: look up the bank’s phone number, call the bank, find a mutually agreeable time that works with my workday (this is very difficult for me), make sure the car is available

and, finally, remember to actually go to the appointment! Often, just thinking about the number

and guilt for not being able to do this? You betcha! As life gets complicated, these seemingly “small” obstacles begin to mount and we can see how difficult and debilitating this disorder can be.

The biggest issue with us pushing these tasks to the side is that we then become unbelievably self-critical, and that terrible self-talk takes over— How come everyone else can do this but me? Will I ever be able to do anything? and Ugh, I’m such an idiot!

In my humble opinion, having an awareness of the connection between EF and ADHD is an incredibly important aspect to not only “living” but also to thriving with ADHD. Once we are able to find strategies to help overcome these tasks, the feeling of relief and the PHOTO: Pixabay ability to relieve that buExecutive Functions are described rden is huge.

as “the cognitive process that organizes thoughts and activities, prioritizes tasks, manages time efficiently and makes decisions

of steps involved is overwhelming enough to make me shut down and not do it. I’ve actually already scheduled one appointment that I had to cancel, so now my internal dialogue says See, I told you this was too hard, and it becomes even more difficult to accomplish. Problem solving, making plans and scheduling have always been difficult for me, so instead of simply calling and making an appointment, I’ve chosen to ignore it. Is this serving me well?

Absolutely not! Do I feel shame

Are you starting to wonder if you struggle with executive dysfunction? Here’s a bit more detail: most folks with ADHD struggle with some or all of these functions. Dr. Russel Barkley explains that EF is “judged by the strength” of these seven skills: 1. Self-Awareness: This is selfdirected attention.

2. Inhibition: Also known as selfrestraint.

3. Non-Verbal Working Memory: This is the ability to hold things in your mind—essentially, visual imagery (how well you can picture things mentally).

4. Verbal Working Memory: Selfspeech, or internal speech. Most people think of this as their inner monologue 5. Emotional Self-Regulation: This is the ability to take the previous four EFs and to use them to manipulate your own emotional state. This means learning to use words, images and your own selfawareness, to process and alter how you feel about things.

6. Self-motivation: This is how well you can motivate yourself to complete a task when there is no immediate external consequence.

7. Planning and Problem Solving: Experts sometimes like to think of this as self-play—how we “play” with information in our minds to come up with new ways of doing something. By taking things apart and recombining them in different ways, we’re planning solutions to our problems.

ADHD is a complex and highly misunderstood disorder. However, when we are able to better understand how it affects us individually and to be aware of not only the hyperactivity, impulsivity and inattention, but also of the many EF struggles we deal with, we are then able to “check in” with ourselves and target the barriers that are stopping us from accomplishing our goals.

Guess what! In the process of writing this article and externalizing the steps that I needed to do, I finally called the bank to set up an appointment to deposit my cheque. So, thank you for reading, but also thank you for helping me with my EF troubles! n

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YUKON BIRDS

Glenn Rudman

The Yukon Bird Club is a not-for-profit organization that works to promote awareness and appreciation of Yukon birds and their habitats, through education and advocacy activities. To find out more about the club or to become a member, visit yukonbirds.ca.

CATS, WINDOWS AND BIRDS Predatory cats and window collisions are two of the main causes of bird fatalities in Canada

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owever, there are practical things that can be done to reduce the negative effects of cats and windows on bird populations.

Cats that are well-fed, domesticated and have lots of toys to play with still have a powerful natural instinct to hunt birds, whether or not they eat them.

Studies have shown that simply putting a bell on your cat’s collar will not prevent them from killing birds. Cats don’t tend to stick close to home, especially if they’re allowed outdoors at night where they can easily roam over an area of eight hectares in one night. Many places in Canada (including Whitehorse) have bylaws in place to help keep cats on the owner’s property. Ideas to keep cats happy and healthy, while reducing their effect on birds, include training your cat to be an indoor cat and using outdoor leashes or constructing outdoor enclosures to prevent roaming and limit hunting. Spaying and neuter-

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Netting over windows is one method to reduce bird window collisions Predatory cats are one of the greatest threats to bird populations

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cat by introducing toys, hiding and lounging areas, cat grass, catnip, dedicated play times, treats and

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The main reason bird window collisions occur is that the nat-

ural environment, such as vegetation and the sky, is reflected in the glass, or that transparent barriers are placed near natural areas, such as patios or decks, and the birds simply do not see the hard surface until it’s too late. Breaking up the reflection of the natural environment in the glass or making the glass less transparent is the best way to reduce bird collisions. Specific ideas include keeping bird feeders and vegetation away from the house. The appropriate distance will partly depend on where the bird-collision area is located; however, a minimum distance of five metres is suggested. Using stickers, China-crayon lines, paracord or murals on the glass can greatly reduce bird collisions.

The general rule, however, is to not have a gap of more than two inches between any lines. Netting can also be used over the glass to create a visual barrier for the birds. Clear or coloured exterior film can also be effective at reducing reflections, but this tends to be a more-permanent solution, whereas the other suggestions may only be required for part of the year, as it is mostly seasonal migratory birds that are affected by the reflections.

More information about reducing bird injuries and fatalities, in relation to cats and window collisions, can be found on the Yukon Bird Club website at yukonbirds.ca. n

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Wed Jul 20 - 23 Painting with Maya Rosenberg 11:00 AM YAAW Yukon Artists at Work Tue Aug 2 Astonishing Assemblages & Janet Patterson 11:00 AM YAAW Yukon Artists at Work Astonishing Assemblages & Janet Patterson at YAAW

Wed Jul 20 & 27 Whitewater Wednesday Night Jam 7:00 PM The Local Bar This is a great night of Music, laughter and all around good times. It’s an open-mic kind of show and all you have to do is bring in your instrument, find Jack and/or Peggy and we’ll set you up!

Until July 29 61.2162° N, 149.8856° W: A Land Like No Other Yukon Arts Centre A teen-led exhibition by the Anchorage Museum’s Teen Climate Communicators shares climate change stories and encourages creative solutions to this complex challenge

Wed Jul 27 ‘Round Back - Ryan McNally 8:00 PM The Guild Hall Enjoy traditional acoustic blues, jazz and old time music. Audiences can’t help but notice the influence that Northern living has had on his music. https://guildhall.ca/shows/round-back. php

Until July 29 Held in Copper Yukon Arts Centre An exhibition of Indigenous copper work holds stories of sovereignty, sorrow and joy— united by this copper thread and the act of bringing knowledge and traditions forward.

Thu Jul 21 & 28 Live Music Thursdays 7:00 PM 98 Hotel

Until July 29 Tether Yukon Arts Centre An exhibition of more than fifty artworks by Northern Indigenous artists whose works display the complex and inseparable bonds across diverse lands, waters, nations and peoples.

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Fri Jul 22 & 23 Cypherfest 2022 Heart of Riverdale Jam packed weekend of break dance battles, music and more dancing, block party and more Fri Jul 29-31 Paradise Music Festival Paradise Music Festival Fri Jul 29 ‘Round Back - Blocked!

– A new Yukon Musical in development 8:00 PM The Guild Hall A comedic, challenging, and confronting investigation of genderbased violence and patriarchal oppression. An eviscerating satire with a big, juicy heart and lots of laughs.

You’ve gotta laugh or you’ll cry. https:// guildhall.ca/shows/round-back.php Sat Jul 23 Blanket Fort Party 7:30 PM Elks Lodge 306 Major Funk & the Employment present a night of grooves, good times, and good ol’ fashioned fun(k) ‘n games, prizes, licensed, all ages event! Tickets online.

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Until July 21 Top Gun: Maverick Yukon Theatre After more than thirty years of service as one of the Navy’s top aviators, Pete Mitchell is where he belongs, pushing the envelope as a courageous test pilot Times and tickets online yukonfilmsociety.com Until July 21 Lightyear Yukon Theatre Legendary space ranger Buzz Lightyear embarks on an intergalactic adventure alongside ambitious recruits Izzy, Mo, Darby, and his robot companion, Sox. Times and tickets online yukonfilmsociety.com Until July 21 Elvis The film explores the life and music of Elvis Presley (Butler), seen through the prism of his complicated relationship with his enigmatic manager, Colonel Tom Parker. Times and tickets online yukonfilmsociety.com

Until Jul 28 Montana Story Yukon Theatre A neo-Western with an emotional tremor hiding beneath it.

Two estranged siblings return home to the sprawling ranch they once knew and loved, confronting a deep and bitter family legacy. Times and tickets online: yukonfilmsociety.com Wed Jul 20 & 27 Community Kitchen 11:30 AM Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre Hot nutritious meals to-go, a free, low-barrier, program for women identifying individuals and children.

Call 667-2693 for more info Wed Jul 20 The Big Squeeze 11:00 AM Whitehorse Downtown Locations A fun learning event to support young entrepreneurs! Presented by Big Brothers Big Sisters of Yukon Register a Lemonade Stand with Ben at bbbsyukon@gmail.com or call 6687911 Wed Jul 20 Yukon Historical and Museums Association AGM 7:00 PM Old Log Church Museum An overview of YHMA’s activities over the past year and what’s in store for the coming year, presenting our 2021-22 financial statements, and electing our 2022-23 Board of Directors. All are welcome! https://bit.ly/3IuCTs5

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WHITEHORSE EVENTS... cont’d from page 8 Wed Jul 20 ‘Round Back – Yukon Theatre for Young People 8:00 PM The Guild Hall Join us for a Broadway Cafe style evening filled with great selections from shows that our company members love to sing, but for a variety of reasons YTYP will probably never produce. https:// guildhall.ca/shows/round-back.php Wed Jul 27 Yukon Film Society AGM 6:00 PM Yukon Film Society Office Please email RSVP to gm@ yukonfilmsociety.com if you plan to attend.

Thu Jul 21 & 28 Fireweed Community Market 3:00 PM Shipyards Park Join us every Thursday at Shipyard’s park for our Outdoor Summer Market! With over 40 vendors serving locally made, grown and harvested products. The Fireweed Community Market is where local happens!

Thu July 21 & 28 Jubilee Thursdays at Taylor House 4:00 PM Taylor House Come celebrate Queen Elizabeth II, have some refreshments, and tour our Museum and The Royal Family in the Yukon exhibition.

Thu Jul 21 & 28 Repair Cafe 6:00 PM Yukonstruct Makespace Bring it in and see if it is fixable using soldering irons, multimeters, and other tools.

This easy introduction to electronics and small home appliance repair is a useful evening of DIY learning that you can take home.

Thu Jul 21 & 28 Prayer 7:00 PM Mountainview Church We take some time to connect with one another to praise God and pray for our church, our leadership, our city, and anything else in our hearts.

Thu Jul 21 ‘Round Back – Yukon Theatre for Young People 8:00 PM The Guild Hall Join us for a Broadway Cafe style evening filled with great selections from shows that our company members love to sing, but for a variety of reasons YTYP will probably never produce. https:// guildhall.ca/shows/round-back.php Thu Jul 28 Make A Button Up Clutch 7:00 PM Yukonstruct Makespace This 2-hour intermediate sewing class will teach you how to sew curves, buttons, and buttonholes. All supplies needed to create one clutch will be provided..

Fri Jul 22 & 29 Seniors Crib 1:00 PM Golden Age Society Fri Jul 22 & 29 Legion TGIF Dinner Night 6:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Sat Jul 23 & 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 Jul 23 & 30 Klondike Cruisers Cars and Coffee Territorial Auto Parts 10:00 AM Show off your wheels everyone welcome to join and enjoy Sat Jul 23 Watercolour Class with Daphne Mennell 10:00 AM Old Log Church Museum Are you interested in learning to paint with watercolours to this class! Call 668-2555 to Register, open to ages 12+ Sat Jul 23 & 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 Sun Jul 24 & 31 Mountainview Church Sunday Service 9:30 AM Mountainview Church Church In The Building 9:30 AM, 11AM or Church At Home 7 AM, 9:30 AM, 11 AM Mountainviewwhitehorse.ca/Watch Sun Jul 24 & 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 Sun Jul 24 & 31 Broadening the Circle - Growing with Pride 12:00 PM Downtown Urban Garden Society Play around in the dirt, grow whatever you like, & bring starters, seeds and tools provided. https://bit.ly/3x8WXuU Sun Jul 24 & 31 Seniors Bingo 1:00 PM Golden Age Society Sun Jul 24 & 31 Secondhand Clothing Bizarre 2:00 PM Whitehorse Seventh-Day Adventist Church Clean clothes needed and donations accepted if in good condition. Please call before dropping clothes off and for more info 633-3463.

Sun Jul 24 & 31 Sunday Gatherings 3:00 PM The Northern Collective Church Sun Jul 24 Flower Shadow Box 5:00 PM The Mini Makerspace Create your own Flower Shadow Box using flowers, vinyl cuts, let your creativity flow for this unique craft. Tickets available online. https://bit.ly/3c3fhPn Mon Jul 25 & Aug 1 Clothing Room 10:00 AM Whitehorse Church of the Nazarene Free of charge to anyone and everyone Mon Jul 25 & Aug 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 Jul 26 & Aug 2 Men’s Community Group Mountainview Church 5:30 PM We start with a meal and fellowship, then work through a biblical study, and take time to pray for one another, and for shared requests.

Tue Jul 26 & Aug 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.

Tue Jul 26 & Aug 2 Chess Club 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles Love Chess? Want to learn? Looking for Competition? Join us!

Tue Jul 26 & Aug 2 Seniors Bridge 6:30 PM Golden Age Society Yukon Bridge players come join us for competition or fun or both.

Tue Jul 26 Metalshop Orientation 6:30 PM Yukonstruct Makespace Get started in the metal shop by learning how to handle the equipment safely, and how to access and put away the gear. Participants will get hands-on experience with some of the machines.

Tue Jul 26 & Aug 2 Woodshop Orientation 6:30 PM Yukonstruct Makespace This training will take you through the Yukonstruct wood shop and explain each piece of woodworking equipment. Participants will each get hands-on practice with some of the machines.

KIDS & FAMILIES Monday thru Friday Drop-In Play 10:00 AM Pioneer Hotel Join us at Shipyards park for play, reading, and fun times outside.

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

Mondays Teddy Bear Picnic! 11:00 AM Pioneer Hotel - Shipyards Park Bring your favourite stuffed friend for snacks songs and stories Tuesdays Free 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.

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

11:00 AM Pioneer Hotel - Shipyards Park Put your boots on and join us for some active outside time.

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.

Fridays Potluck Play! 11:00 AM Pioneer Hotel - Shipyards Park A variety of hands-on activities inspired by stories and the world around us.

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

Fri Jul 22 Ukulele in the Garden with Steve Slade 1:30 PM Shipyards Park Join musical guest Steve Slade for a casual sing-a-long. Bring your own ukulele or percussion instrument or just come to listen and enjoy a summer evening in the garden. https:// bit.ly/3yELJyW

Sat Jul 23 & 30 Senior Youth (Gr. 8-12) Mountainview Church 7:00 PM

ONLINE EVENTS Wednesdays 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.

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Fridays 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 Fridays AA Yukon Unity Group 1:30 PM Online For Zoom Room address Contact 334-7693 Saturdays AA Detox Meeting (OM, NS) 1:00 PM Online For Zoom Room address call 334-7693.

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Jubilee Thursdays at Taylor House Come to Taylor House, 412 Main Street, in Whitehorse, Thursdays from 1:00 to 4:00 pm all through July and August for Jubilee Thursdays. Come celebrate Queen Elizabeth II, have some refreshments, and tour our Museum and The Royal Family in the Yukon exhibition.

The Commissioner of Yukon will be in attendance, except on Thursday, July 28.

Jeudis du jubilé à la maison Taylor Venez à la maison Taylor, au 412, rue Main, à Whitehorse, les jeudis de 13 h à 16 h en juillet et août pour les jeudis du jubilé. Célébrez la reine Elizabeth II, venez prendre une collation et visitez notre musée et l’exposition La Famille royale au Yukon.

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GREY MATTERS

Deborah McNevin

Deborah McNevin is a long-time Yukoner and a relatively new senior, part of the writers’ collective for this column.

NEW ADVENTURES, OLD HEIRLOOMS

Come out and judge what your neighbors' been smoking!

About eight or nine years ago, my dad’s cousin’s widow called out of the blue to berate me (in her high-toned British accent) because I didn’t let her know about my mom’s passing

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didn’t want to explain that I didn’t even know this relative was still alive or that she was still in touch with my mother after my parents’ bitter divorce, so I accepted the rebuke.

Several years of intermittent correspondence followed. I learned to enjoy her pithy comments on different aspects of life in the U.S. and her various travels back to the UK, as well as learning information about my dad’s family.

Just before the pandemic, she announced she had been keeping some of my great-grandmother’s things for me and that she wanted me to come to Seattle, to pick them up before she sold her home in Seattle and moved to Arizona.

Then the pandemic hit. We’d check in with each other, every couple of months, to see if a visit would be possible. At some point she revealed that it was my greatgrandmother’s tea table, tea set and assorted items that she had for me—and that I would need my aging Subaru Outback to pick them up and take them home. I sighed, as my only memory of a tea table was a rather horrid brass-andglass thing that in no way would be classified as any kind of heirloom. She was very insistent and I was worried she wouldn’t move unless we picked up the items.

I had visions of re-cluttering rather than decluttering the house. I finally accepted the inevitable and we headed out this

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The author’s bounty from her great-grandmother past May, with trepidation if not downright fear.

Why? Well, firstly, I suffer from bathmophobia. No, it has nothing to do with a fear of water; I do not like steep slopes, particularly when combined with cliff edges.

As the only driver in the household, the drive was a major challenge. My solution was to take the ferry down and drive back up where, supposedly, we’d mostly be on the inside lane. Still, the path from Vancouver to Whitehorse is paved with cliff edges, unless the road is just gravel.

Secondly, my husband and I have never done an extended road trip in our 35 years of marriage.

We’ve travelled a bit, but never in a car for long hours over several days. Would the tension of me driving and the boredom of him “passengering” lead to a fateful end? I didn’t know and I was a bit nervous about finding out.

Finally, I don’t recall ever having met this relative. My dad said she was way too good for his cousin, of whom he had the reasonable dislike of the untidy for the tidy.

But that’s all—that and the aforementioned high-toned British accent. What would she think? And

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We left Skagway in mid-May on a relaxing, if soggy, ferry trip to Seattle. Google got us through the freeway system quite well. Knocking on the door of a rather imposing and lovely home, we were greeted by a beautiful pixie with long hair and piercing blue eyes.

We were absolutely enchanted and got along just fine.

And the tea table? A nice piece of wooden furniture (Circa the 1930s), not the monstrosity I had feared. And it all fit in the car rather reasonably.

The trip home was rather more harrowing than I had hoped, due to road repair in the Fraser Canyon. Nevertheless, we made it without incident and whittled away many hours listening to the BBC News World History podcast on The Great Plague(s), which was interspersed by music. We both enjoyed ourselves immensely.

As I unpacked the items, I found a lovely photo of my greatgrandmother, as a young girl, with her doll in 1898. And there, nestled in tissue, was the doll. Amazing. Worth it.

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SEASONAL RECIPES

Sydney Keddy

Sydney [Oland] Keddy is a recipe developer who lives in Whitehorse. Her work can be found in The Boston Globe, Seriouseats.com as well as in other publications.

OXTAILS WITH STAR ANISE, SOY AND VINEGAR Ocially

xtails are so, so good. Espesince (pretty much) everyone has a pressure cooker (thanks Instant Pot!) sitting on their counter, all of those tough, long simmer cuts of meat can become a meal you can have on a weeknight. This braise is inspired by a Filipino adobo but adds a few more ingredients and some brown sugar to balance all of the acidity of the vinegar. You can go the extra mile and take all the meat off of the bones before you serve this, or you can let your guests muscle their way through on their own.

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Ingredients: ❑ 1 kg (2.2 lbs) oxtails ❑ 6 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped

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❑ 1 Tbsp cracked black pepper ❑ 6 whole star anise ❑ 6 bay leaves ❑ 1/2 cup white vinegar ❑ 1/2 cup soy sauce

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Combine oxtails, garlic, onion, red pepper flakes, black pepper, star anise, bay leaves, white vinegar, soy sauce, water and brown sugar in a pressure cooker. Cook over high pressure for 60 minutes.

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Carefully relieve pressure and remove as many star anise and bay leaves as you can find, and discard. Serve with rice and chopped green onions.

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Michele Genest

GATHER Michele Genest is a Whitehorse-based chef and writer. She is also somewhat of a gardener. Michele has also written two books The Boreal Feast - A Culinary Journey Through The Northand The Boreal Gourmet - Adventures In Northern Cooking.

RASPBERRY FOOL WITH WILD CHAMOMILE SHORTBREADS: Adaptability is Everything!

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here is nothing assured about wild food gathering Maybe the season is poor, or late, or your regular spots have a scant yield and you have to search elsewhere. You just never know.

These days, with COVID-19 and war-related disruptions in food supply, exacerbated by fire and flood, gathering groceries in the North has become just as unpredictable.

It’s the first week in July, the Alaska Highway is washed out, trucks are delayed and store shelves are alarmingly bare.

Just a few days ago, when planning these recipes, I was able to find butter and whipping cream. I can’t find them today. I don’t know if they will be available by publication time. If not, I apologize in advance.

But I do have some ideas for substitutions. You may still have coconut oil in the cupboard—that would work well in the shortbreads, nicely complementing the lemonypineapple-y flavour of the wild chamomile (Matricaria discoidea, also known as pineapple weed).

Rendered, solidified pork fat might do in a pinch but would definitely add an animal flavour; perhaps not so welcome in such a delicate cookie. And there’s always good old margarine, the solid kind.

If you can’t find whipping cream, try making a thick custard with 2 cups of Sunnyside Farm milk, available in several retail stores (if you can get there on time), and 3 to 4 large Little Red Hen or other local eggs. (Yesterday my grocery store was well-stocked with Yukonraised eggs.)

Beat the eggs well, add half a cup of sugar, heat the milk, whisk it into the eggs, then pour the whole thing back into the pot and cook over medium heat, stirring until thick. Flavour the custard with a tablespoon of birch syrup. Cool and proceed with the recipe.

The wild chamomile is just coming into season now, in my usual spots, and the flowers last for a

couple of weeks, so you should be good if you go out soon. And the wild raspberries, judging by the hillsides and alleys in downtown Whitehorse, are about three weeks away.

In three weeks’ time, I’ll bet we have become that much more adaptable, that much more keen on supporting local producers, with a heightened interest in gathering

ing sugar, one tablespoon at a time, and whip until stiff peaks form.

For a marbled effect, fold the raspberry purée into the cream by the spoonful, until the mixture is nicely streaked. Hold back any remaining purée to serve on top.

Spoon into glasses and chill for an hour. Spoon leftover purée on top and finish with a shortbread set at a rakish and charming angle.

Makes about 4 cups, enough for 4 to 6 servings.

WILD CHAMOMILE SHORTBREADS Wild chamomile or pineapple weed is a member of the Asteraceae family; if you have allergies to foods in that family, best avoid it.

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Raspberry Fool With Wild Chamomile Shortbreads wild foods. We might have resolved to dedicate more time to gardening next year (yay, kale!). For sure we’ll have been reminded again not to take anything about our food supply for granted.

RASPBERRY FOOL Ingredients: • 2 cups raspberries, thawed if frozen • 1/2 cup sugar, divided • 1 1/2 cups whipping cream or thick custard Instructions: Thaw frozen raspberries in a sieve set over a bowl. Drain any juice that has collected in the bowl and use it as a base for a refreshing summery drink.

Tip raspberries into a bowl and mix thoroughly with 1/4 cup of sugar. Mash berries and sugar to a rough purée with the back of a spoon.

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Ingredients: • 1/4 cup dry wild chamomile (1/2 cup fresh) leaves and flowers (crumbled if dry, finely chopped if fresh) • 1 cup (8 oz) salted butter • 1/2 cup granulated sugar • 2 cups flour Instructions: Preheat oven to 350℉ and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.

Melt butter in a small pot and stir in chamomile to infuse. Remove from heat and transfer butter and chamomile to a mixing bowl.

Leave on the counter at room temperature until butter solidifies—it should still be soft, but not liquid.

Beat in sugar, followed by the flour. Press dough into the bowl and cut in half.

Shape each half into a rectangular log, pressing firmly with the hands. To make it easier, once the log is roughly shaped, place on a piece of parchment, or plastic, and wrap tightly. Press the log between the hands and against the counter until it is firm and no longer crumbly. Freeze dough for 10 minutes.

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Julie Jai and David Trick Julie Jai and David Trick are the co-founders of the Yukon Prize for Visual Arts.

YUKON ARTISTS SPOTLIGHTED AT VANCOUVER ART FAIR What would happen if you combined some of the Yukon’s best artists with Western Canada’s biggest art fair?

visitors about their art and meet collectors, curators and people who run galleries. Collectors love hearing artists talk about their art and making a personal connection. Relationships take time to build, and an art fair is a good place to start.

Ken Anderson, Amy Ball and Veronica Verkley were the stars of a well-attended panel discussion where they talked about the special challenges of creating art in Canada’s North and what it means to be a northern artist. (Tip: Dawson’s dump-site is considered the best source of hard-to-find art supplies).

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he fair, known as Art Vancouver, is a four-day annual event where artists and gallery owners, from B.C. and beyond, can show and sell highquality art. Art Vancouver attracts thousands of art lovers and collectors who come to see new art by artists whose work they might like to buy and collect.

Four outstanding artists— Ken Anderson, Amy Ball, Krystle Silverfox and Veronica Verkley, all finalists for the 2021 Yukon Prize for Visual Arts—were available to attend Art Vancouver in person and to make some of their recent art available for exhibit.

The other finalists, Joseph Tisiga and Sho Sho Esquiro, could not attend, but we thought we could find ways to make sure their art was represented.

To find out what would happen, we rented a 20- by 30-foot booth at Art Vancouver and, together with the artists, spent four days in May showing visitors what Yukon art is about.

We loved hearing the reactions from visitors to Art Vancouver.

Many said they had no idea that Yukoners produced such good art.

They were surprised by the variety of media that Yukon artists use.

They took selfies next to Joseph Tisiga’s large collages and behind Ken Anderson’s interactive

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Julie Jai (left) with artists Ken Anderson, Veronica Verkley, Krystle Silverfox and Amy Ball, following a panel discussion n the challenges of being a Northern artist mask “Mosquito Becomes Me.” They were awed by Veronica Verkley’s animal sculptures. They admired Amy Ball’s drawings of Kokanee beer cans, which raised questions about the relationship between the natural world and manufactured products. Visitors who keep up with art news congratulated Krystle Silverfox on being named to the long list for the 2022 Sobey Art Award, Canada’s richest art prize.

Most importantly, many of the visitors to the booth lingered.

They appreciated the complexity of the art and took time to reflect on it. As lovers of Yukon art, we were glad to see others begin to appreciate it too.

Designing a booth that would show Yukon art to its best advantage was no small task, especially in a space with so many other exhibitors. Our goal was to create a booth that all Yukoners could

be proud of—a place to elevate Yukon art and artists, where the public could engage with the art.

Some comfortable chairs in the booth encouraged those with tired feet to rest and reflect. Two beaver pelts brought a touch of the Yukon and stimulated conversations, among big-city folks, about how beavers live. A quiet corner offered a place to watch videos and stills of Yukon art and artists.

The booth was designed by Lynn Feasey of Points North Creative, whose work is well-known across the North, and was executed by Lynn and by Courtney Holmes, whose work as an arts administrator in Whitehorse is widely recognized. Time after time, visitors told us that the Yukon Prize booth was the best booth at Art Vancouver.

While at Art Vancouver, the artists had a chance to talk with

horse artists Emma Barr and Erin Dixon, who each had their own booths at Art Vancouver. There are so many good artists whose work deserves to be better known!

The presence of Yukon Prize at Art Vancouver was made possible by funds from the Yukon Government and private donors, along with many hours from committed volunteers. Air North donated flights and transported some of the art at no charge. Air North and Northern Vision Development (NVD) Yukon Hotels sponsored a prize for a trip (for two) to explore Yukon art in the Yukon. The cont’d on page 17 ...

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he weather is amazing (high 20s), no wind … time to get some fresh air blowing over the body. Need to feel cool (too hot to wear all of the protective riding gear), so shirt and shorts it is.

Many riders like to dress for the weather. Yes, we cool off quicker; we don’t overheat in our heavy jackets and full-length pants. But, is it worth sacrificing protection to be a little more comfortable?

Let’s look at the possible hazards this rider is facing. It is a warm, sunny Saturday afternoon and most likely the roads will be busy, whether it is in town or on the highway. There will be more traffic to deal with, so the risk is

higher of encountering a driver who doesn’t see you on the road, thus increasing the likelihood of a collision that you are not protected from. Up here in the Yukon, the weather can change quickly and the rider may not be protected from the elements. Rain, hail and

“A defensive rider will take all precautions while enjoying their ride.”

cooler temperatures cause a distraction for a rider, again increasing the chance of a collision or of dropping their bike.

There is a phrase that is very true, one that every rider should always consider: Dress for the slide, not the ride.

A defensive rider will take all precautions while enjoying their ride, and one of the biggest precautions a rider can take is how they dress. The road can damage our bodies very quickly, no matter what the speed we are riding.

There are a lot of manufacturers out there that build amazing lightweight protective gear for warmer temperatures. Spend the extra few bucks and go shopping.

If you cannot find it locally, first, check out online stores. You are worth the extra dollars to be best protected from the road and the elements while having fun on your ride. n

Celebration Of Life Edmund Robert (Bob) Jacobs 1943 - 2022

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Bob Jacobs. Bob served the citizens of Whitehorse with professionalism and great pride for 42 years. He first joined the City of Whitehorse Fire Department as a Volunteer in February, 1966 and retired with the rank of Platoon Chief in 2008.

Bob leaves behind his wife of 55 years Angela Jacobs, his children, Peter his wife Tracey, Paul his wife Jolene and Crystal and her husband Jordan. His grandchildren Jake (Britni), Jessie (Will) Kyle, Hannah, Cadence, Knox and great grandchildren Daisy and Minnie.

A life so beautiful deserves a special celebration for an unforgettable man and we know that he would want us to not dwell on the sad, but remember the good.

A celebration of life for Bob will be held at the: Kwanlin Dunn Culture Centre on Saturday, July 30 at 1pm with a reception to follow.

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“A Sacred Game: Escape is Perpetual,” by Joseph Tisiga, who was the recipient of the 2021 Yukon Prize for Visual Arts PHOTO: Mary-Jane Warshawski Yukon Prize partners, the Yukon Arts Foundation and the Yukon Arts Centre provided in-kind support.

Why would we do all this? Because we need to create more pathways for Yukon artists to sell their art in the rest of Canada. Per capita, the Yukon has more visual artists than any other province or territory. Yukoners are great supporters of local artists, but Yukon artists make more art than Yukoners can buy. Showing and selling Yukon art in a major market can provide greater income for the artists. It is also an opportunity to spotlight the Yukon’s creative talents and to share Yukon stories with all of Canada.

Promoting Yukon art and artists in the rest of Canada is not a short-term task. The Art Vancouver event was an important test of what is possible. We are glad to see that YG’s new Creative and Cultural Industries Strategy makes

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A visitor to Art Vancouver admires “Stumbling Block”, by Veronica Verkley Bottom Left:

Visitors to Art Vancouver watch videos and stills of Yukon art and artists in a quiet corner of the Yukon Prize booth, while Amy Ball’s drawings are shown at the front of the booth

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The annual Art Toronto fair offers an entrée into Canada’s largest and most-influential art market.

Cultural tourism—offering easy ways for visitors to the Yukon to see and buy the best of Yukon art—has rich potential. We want more Canadians to appreciate the Yukon—where art is gold. n

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Sophie is in her 30s and French. She studied and worked in the UK and Senegal, before moving to Canada. The time she spent in the Yukon changed her life for the best. She developed a true interest for quiet, wild spaces and a more-rural life. She is now back in France, starting a goat farm in the countryside and sharing stories from Europe!

CHEESE PRODUCTION IN THE CENTER OF OLD PARIS In Canada, dairy products are a staple for many people— especially during tough winters in the Yukon

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hile the Klondike Valley Creamery, in Dawson City, is making delicious cow’s milk cheeses, all year-round, the production is not so developed in Whitehorse.

Traveling to the French capital, Paris, for a week, I expect lots of fancy cheese and bread tastings.

But, like in the Yukon, most dairy products are not produced in the big city … well, there are a couple of exceptions.

A dairy plant revived – in a big city In the popular eighteenth arrondissement, Laiterie La Chapelle is producing cheese right in the Paris city center, a first after the closure of the last dairy back in the twentieth century. I am intrigued by the concept, and head to the dairy.

Coming out of the tube (subway), in the neighbourhood, the kids are playing on the road, pedestrians are crossing the narrow streets without caring much about crosswalks, small Europeans cars are honking at them—it is wild, but not the Yukon way!

Arriving in front of the shop, the agitation stops. The team offers us a glimpse of the discreet world of cheesemaking. Through large windows, one can observe the makers all dressed in white, from cap to boots, producing and maturing the dairy products. This place is serene and already feels quite special in the effervescence of Paris.

As I step in, I meet with the owner, Paul Zindy, who started the company four years ago. The purpose of his dairy is very clear: producing local cheeses and dairy products, with local milk, for local people.

Twice a week the team swaps their bicycle for a dairy truck, to pick up cow’s milk at Ferme de Launay, a farm 35 kilometres north of Paris. Paying the farmer almost twice the milk’s market price is the conviction of a sustainable eco-

ruminants, is what transforms milk into curd—into cheese (the solid) and whey (the liquid). A very small quantity of rennet is incorporated into warm milk, becoming curd.

Once the cheese is made, it needs to be salted … and that’s it for a simple, fresh cheese!

Just four ingredients—milk, rennet, salt, and time to mature— quite different from the industrial cheeses, found in supermarkets, where the list of ingredients goes on.

nomic and social model for Zindy and his associate Olivier Arthur. All of the products are then produced in their plant and sold directly to customers, reducing transportation CO2 emissions.

The team offers some samples to the clients. Everyone loves it. I got some six-month matured tomme—full of flavour and melting in the mouth—my favourite. I can’t help but buy some, along with some fresh cheese.

Several tonnes of cheese are maturing in the cheese cave at Laiterie La Chapelle

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Paul, Olivier, Valentin, Marc-Aurel and Sarah make raw-milk cheeses, sour cream and a range of creamy yogurts and desserts at the dairy Cheese – an intimidating product?

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The not-so-secret cheese-maturing room. Pedestrians often stop and observe the makers through the large windows

Eaten at lunchtime or (and!) at supper, after the main meal with a slice of sourdough bread, cheese is part of the food tradition in this country.

A difference that French tend to cultivate with Canadians is the relationship with bacteria. I am talking about raw milk compared to pasteurized milk. The raw milk comes directly from the udders of the ruminant and is then refrigerated before being transformed.

Raw-milk cheese will develop more-complex flavours—not necessarily stronger ones.

Pasteurized milk is heated at a high temperature, to kill all bacteria. In Canada, raw milk is illegal but it is possible to consume rawmilk cheese that has been ripened for a minimum of two months.

While artisan cheese might sound posh, it is actually a fairly simple product. Think about milk without water. By taking out the water and keeping the solids (fats, proteins, etc.), milk lasts longer than a few days. The more water left in the cheese, the softer it is.

The drier the cheese, the longer it will keep.

Rennet, traditionally made from the stomach lining of young

Cheese – but not only cheese!

Paul, Olivier, Sarah, Valentin and Marc-Aurel, of La Laiterie (a dairy business), are producing a wide cheese selection: tomme, blue, raclette, ricotta and many more.

The aspects and colours will change with the season. When the cows are eating hay and resting inside the barn, during winter, the milk is whiter, while turning almost yellow in the spring, when the “girls” are enjoying the beta carotene from the grass outside in the sunshine.

Beyond cheese, they create an intriguing selection of yogurt and milky desserts. The yogurt might be infused with verbena or stirred with lemon, pumpkin or raspberry jam, according to the season. And for our guilty pleasure, they make a fantastic chocolate cream and a vanilla rice pudding! You can find, below, a creamy rice pudding recipe to try at home. Enjoy!

VANILLA RICE PUDDING Ingredients • 4 cups (1 litre) whole milk • 1/3 tsp (1 g) ground vanilla (cinnamon works well too) • 2/3 cup (140 g) round rice • 1/3 cup (60 g) sugar Method 1. In a pot, bring milk to boil on the hob (burner).

2. Add the sugar and vanilla and let them simmer for 40 minutes, stirring from time to time.

3. Add the rice and let it cook at a gentle heat, for another hour.

Check regularly, so the rice does not stick to the bottom of the pot.

4. When it is well-cooked and creamy, turn off the hob (burner) and transfer the dessert into a container. Let it cool slightly and it is ready to eat. n

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ACTIVE LISTINGS Wed Jul 20 & 27 Gym Buds 7:30 AM Northern Strength Academy a fun, positive, accepting environment where everyone can feel inspired to achieve their goals.

Wed Jul 20 & 27 Guns for Moms 11:00 AM Northern Strength Academy Group Training Sessions for Mums looking to get fit!

Wed Jul 20 & 27 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 Jul 20 thru Sat & Tues Free Guided Hikes 10:00 AM Miles Canyon 2 hour easy hike. Meet up at the Miles Canyon Bridge! No reservations required. For more details call 867668-5678 or go to yukonconservation.org Wed Jul 20 & 27 Women’s Strength Class 5:45 PM Northern Strength Academy learn and train with foundational functional movements, working to gain strength, power, improve mobility, movement and coordination.

Wed Jul 20 & 27 Habit Cycle 5:30 PM Habit Yukon A 50 min indoor cycling (spin) class, drop in or purchase 5-10 class pass.

Wed Jul 20 & 27 Mt. Sima Bike Park Mt Sima 3:00 PM https://www.mountsima.com/bike-park/ Wed Jul 20 & 27 Zumba 6:00 PM 7th Ray Studio A fitness program that combines Latin and international music with dance moves. Register online Wed Jul 20 & 27 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, and ends with more fun games! For kids 4 - 12 years old.

Thu Jul 21 & 28 Coast Mountain Sports Trail Run 6:15 PM Athletics Yukon Come join us and explore the trails around Whitehorse in a fun, safe, non-competitive environment.

Venue changes from week to week so check athleticsyukon.ca often to see where this weeks run is TrackieReg.com/2022-ThursTrailRuns Thu Jul 21 & 28 Dragon Boating ElderActive Drop-In Schwatka Lake Day Use Area 7:00 PM a great team building activity, which can also lead to personal gains in strength and flexibility.

All Seniors Welcome.

Thu Jul 21 & 28 Habit Cycle 7:00 PM Habit Yukon A 50 min indoor cycling (spin) class, drop in or purchase 5-10 class pass.

Thu Jul 21 & 28 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.

Thu Jul 21 & 28 Coast Mountain Sports Trail Run Series Athletics Yukon 6:15 PM Come join us and explore the trails around Whitehorse in a fun, safe, non-competitive environment.

Venue changes from week to week so check in often to see where this week’s run is.

Register: TrackieReg.com/2022-ThursTrailRuns TrackieReg.com/2022-ThursTrailRuns Thu Jul 21 & 28 Strength for Runners 12:00 PM Avalanche Athletics Improve your technique, lower your times, and understand the sport of running on a deeper level.

Thu Jul 21 & 28 Hatha Yoga 12:00 PM Grace Space Find alignment mental and physical during this hour of inspiring hatha yoga,.

Register online. https://bit.ly/3kFowWQ Thu Jul 21 & 28 Dragon Boating Drop-In 6:00 & 7:00 PM Schwatka Lake Day Use Area Fri Jul 22 & 29 Gym Buds 7:30 AM Northern Strength Academy a fun, positive, accepting environment where everyone can feel inspired to achieve their goals.

Fri Jul 22 & 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! For kids approximately 4 - 12 years old.

Fri Jul 22 & 29 Zumba 6:00 PM 7th Ray Studio A fitness program that combines Latin and international music with dance moves. Register online Sat Jul 23 & 30 Dragon Boating Drop-In 10:00 AM Schwatka Lake Day Use Area Sat Jul 23 & 30 Mt. Sima Bike Saturday Mt Sima 12:00 PM The Mt. Sima Bike Park offers chairlift access to blue and green downhill mountain biking trails. Riders under 18 must have a parent signature prior to riding. https:// www.mountsima.com/bike-park/ Sun Jul 24 & 31 Habit Cycle 10:00 AM Habit Yukon A 50 min indoor cycling (spin) class, drop in or purchase 5-10 class pass.

Sun Jul 24 Baby Birds Abound at Versluce Meadows 9:00 AM Porter Creek Super A with Pam Sinclair. Ducks, grebes, swallows, warblers, and more!

Sun Jul 31 Dragonflies of Hidden Lakes 1:00 PM SS Klondike with Syd Cannings. Dragonflies, birds, and biodiversity Wear rubber boots, or water shoes. (2.5 hrs) Sun Jul 24 & 31 Yukon Roller Girls Full Contact Scrimmage Practice 5:30 PM Canada Games Centre Yukon (*Must have passed wftda minimum skills to participate in contact drills and scrimmages*) Msg us beforehand if you plan on stopping by! YRG@yukonrollergirls.ca

Mon Jul 25 & Aug 1 Gym Buds 7:30 AM Northern Strength Academy a fun, positive, accepting environment where everyone can feel inspired to achieve their goals.

Mon Jul 25 & Aug 1 Multisport Strength and Agility 11:00 AM Northern Strength Academy Improve your agility, balance, running economy, coordination and strength Mon Jul 25 & Aug 1 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 Jul 25 & Aug 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 Jul 25 & Aug 1 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 Jul 25 & Aug 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 Jul 25 & Aug 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. 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 Jul 25 & Aug 1 Dragon Boating Drop-In 6:00 PM Schwatka Lake Day Use Area Mon Jul 25 & Aug 1 Go-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. There is also typically a little more wrestling and leg locks due to the rules in tournaments being less restrictive.

Mon Jul 25 & Aug 1 Habit Cycle 7:00 PM A 50 min indoor cycling (spin) class, drop in or purchase 5-10 class pass.

Tue Jul 26 & Aug 2 Yoga with Barbara 10:00 AM Golden Age Society Every Tuesday until Sept 13, Pay what you can Tue Jul 26 & Aug 2 Total Body HIIT 12:15 PM Habit Yukon 30 min lunchtime high intensity interval training. All levels welcome, drop in and first time try it rates available.

Tue Jul 26 & Aug 2 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 4 - 12 years old.

Tue Jul 26 & Aug 2 Habit Cycle 5:30 PM A 50 min indoor cycling (spin) class, drop in or purchase 5-10 class pass.

Tue Jul 26 & Aug 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”.

Tue Jul 26 & Aug 2 Sports Experts 5 KM Fun Run Walk 6:15 PM FH Collins High School Run or walk a 2.5 or 5 Km course on the Millennium Trail. Every Tuesday until the end of September Tue Jul 26 & Aug 2 Learn to Skate Summer 22 7:00 PM Takhini Elementary This program is open to adults of any gender & will teach you all the skating basics you need to play roller derby and/or just have a good ol’ (safe!) time on your quad skates including: balance, stops, transitions, forward & backward skating, hops, jumps & spins! https://forms.gle/ mSXKZBopmUbNvkSt9

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 Counseling 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 Jul 20 & 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. More info: call/text Michael at 867-332-4722 or email mjvernon@gmail.com.

Wed Jul 20 & 27 Overeaters Anonymous Meeting 7:30 PM Overeaters Anonymous For more information contact oayukon@gmail.com for more information

Wed Jul 20 & 27 Kundalini Yoga and Meditation Classes with Nancy 7:30 PM Alpine Bakery Email whitehorsekundalini@gmail. com to register for 5- class series or check for availability to try a drop in.

Wed Jul 20 & 27 No Puffin Group (CM) 8:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral Thu Jul 21 & 28 Sally & Sisters/Soeurs 1:00 PM Whitehorse United Church A safe place for women and children to access a meal.

Thu Jul 21 & 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 Thu Jul 21 & 28 KDCC Walking with Our Sisters Sewing Group 5:00 PM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre.

Thu Jul 21 & 28 Family & Friends Support Group 7:00 PM Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) A drop-in support group for family members, caregivers and loved ones of individuals living with mental illness. Call 6686429 or email programs@yukon.cmha.ca for more info.

Thu Jul 21 & 28 AA Polar Group - O/M 7:30 PM Christ Church Cathedral Join our support group in person or for our zoom room address email aapolargroup@gmail.com Fri Jul 22 & 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 around that practice! https://www.rootedtreemassage.com/ book-online Fri Jul 22 & 29 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 Jul 22 & 29 Sally & Sisters/Soeurs 1:00 PM Whitehorse United Church A safe place for women and children to access a meal.

Fri Jul 22 & 29 AA Whitehorse Group (OM, NS) 8:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral Looking for support with your relationship with alcohol? Join the AA Whitehorse Group..

Fri Jul 22 & 29 Men’s Support Group for Indigenous men 18 and over CYFN Council Of Yukon First Nations Family Preservation Services is hosting a Snaring & Trapping Workshop as part of its ongoing Support Group for Yukon First Nations and Indigenous men.

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Sat Jul 23 Yoga Packtrip Adventure Retreat 8:00 AM Northern Nomad Weeklong adventure retreat. Daily Yoga and meditation. Moving from camp to camp by horseback, boat and on foot.

Enjoying mountain boreal cuisine. Get ready to explore, adventure or rest and relax! Www. northernnomadoutdoors.com Sat Jul 23 & 30 Yoga in the Park 10:00 AM Rotary Peace Park Enjoy a Vinyasa Flow in the Sun!! Bhreagh will take you through poses in a mindful and relaxed pace, perfect for all levels of Yogis!

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Mon Jul 25 & Aug 1 Smart Recovery Addictions Support 6:45 PM Sarah Steele Building Mon Jul 25 & Aug 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.

Mon Jul 25 & Aug 1 AA New Beginnings Group (OM, NS) 8:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral Mon Jul 25 & Aug 1 Yoga in the Park 18:00 PM Rotary Peace Park Enjoy a Vinyasa Flow in the Sun!! Bhreagh will take you through poses in a mindful and relaxed pace, perfect for all levels of Yogis!

Tue Jul 26 & Aug 2 Sally & Sisters/Soeurs 1:00 PM Whitehorse United Church A safe place for women and children to access a meal.

Tue Jul 26 & Aug 2 Summer Yoga 10:00 AM Golden Age Society Drop-in Yoga, everyone welcome. Call 335-1996 for more info.

Tue Jul 26 & Aug 2 Men’s Community Group 5:30 PM Mountainview Church We start with a meal and fellowship, then work through a biblical study, and take time to pray for one another, and for shared requests.

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Tel: (867) 993-5005 Email: kiac@kiac.ca Website: www.kiac.ca

Yukon Animal Rescue Network

Open Hours: Wed-Sun 1pm-9pm

LITTLE LIBRARIES In The Yukon

The Yukon Literacy Coalition is developing a virtual map of all the little libraries in the Yukon and we need your help!

20 July WELCOME WEDNESDAY NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION 11am ………………………..

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

Send in a picture and the address of your favorite little library in the Yukon.Include your name and contact information if you wish to be part of a draw to win a $50 gift certificate to Mac’s Fireweed Bookstore.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Dave Martin, PH: 867 668 6535 E: dave.martin@yukonliteracy.com W: yukonliteracy.com

NorthLight Innovation Building 2180 2nd Ave

Yukon Family Literacy Centre @ 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.

YUKON THEATRE july 22-28 Dir. Dean Fleischer-Camp, 90 min

FRI - THURS, 6:30 PM Dir. Scott McGehee & David Siegel, 114 min Two estranged siblings return home to confront a bitter family legacy.

THE BLACK PHONE FRI - THURS, 9 PM Dir. Scott Derrickson, 103 min

Send your Events to

Penny

Our Yukon Events GURU

A 13-year-old boy receives calls on a disconnected phone after being abducted.

July 29: Thor: Love and Thunder, Taika Waititi, 119 min

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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.

For more information or to send us a message visit our

page

@YukonAnimalRescueNetwork

Youth Drop-In Centre

FRI & MON - THURS, 6 & 8 PM SAT & SUN, 5:30 & 8 PM

MONTANA STORY

Got Puppies…?

PORCUPINE SQUAD

MARCEL THE SHELL WITH SHOES ON

Tickets and more: yukonfilmsociety.com

Justin Apperley | Cowboys Can’t Sleep June 23 – August 3, 2022 Mon-Fri 10-5pm, Sat 12-4pm

events@whatsupyukon.com

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: $160/month, Preschool: $150/month Emily Howard at 393-2824 ext 206 or eypd@bgcyukon.com Location: Riverdale

A weekly, action-focused circle of fire + fellowship for those who identify as male. A safe + brave space for men to share their wins and challenges, dig deeper into what’s really holding you back, have honest conversations, set goals and be accountable.

Call/text Michael at 867-332-4722 or email: mjvernon@gmail.com

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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.

Tuesdays Craft Dinner 5:00 PM Atlin Mountain Inn Craft and eat with good company, special meal discounts for crafters. Finish an old craft or start something new!

Tuesdays 5 Mile Group (OM) 7:30 PM Tutan Hit building Next to Centre for Culture Call 1-250-6517900 Ext. 315

YUKON COMMUNITIES: Wednesdays Yukon Unity (OM) 3:00 PM Online Yukon Health Centers, Live Video Meeting Beaver Creek, Carcross, Carmacks, Dawson City, Destruction Bay, Faro, Haines Junction, Mayo, Old Crow, Pelly Crossing, Ross River, Teslin, Watson Lake.

CARCROSS First Sunday of Every Month St. Saviour’s Church Services 2:00 pm St. Saviour Church 867-668-3129 Mondays Light Walkers Group (OM) 5:00 PM Fire Hall meeting room 1137 Austin St. Wed Jul 20 & 27 Elder’s Swim 8:00 AM Carcross Swimming Pool Wed Jul 20 & 27 Lane Swim Carcross Swimming Pool 9:00 AM Wed Jul 20 & 27 Carcross Public Swim 1:15 PM Carcross Swimming Pool Monday To Thursday 1:15 pm -3:45 Everyone welcome Wed Jul 20 & 27 Outdoor Pickleball Summer Fun 7:00 PM Ghùch Tlâ Community School Thu Jul 21 & 28 Elder’s Swim 8:00 AM Carcross Swimming Pool Thu Jul 21 & 28 Lane Swim 9:00 AM Carcross Swimming Pool Fri Jul 22 & 29 Outdoor Pickleball Summer Fun 9:00 AM Ghùch Tlâ Community School

Sun Jul 24 & 31 Carcross Public Swim 3:00 PM Carcross Swimming Pool Everyone welcome Sun Jul 24 & 31 Elder’s Swim Carcross Swimming Pool 8:00 AM Sun Jul 24 & 31 Lane Swim Carcross Swimming Pool 9:00 PM Mon Jul 25 & Aug 1 Carcross Rock Wall 8:00 AM Ghùch Tlâ Community School Mon Jul 25 & Aug 1 Lane Swim 9:00 AM Carcross Swimming Pool Mon Jul 25 & Aug 1 Elder’s Swim 8:00 AM Carcross Swimming Pool Tue Jul 26 & Aug 2 Community Beach Volleyball 7:00 PM Ghùch Tlâ Community School Come out to the courts behind the school. Family friendly, all inclusive!

CARMACKS Wed Jul 20 & 27 Outdoor Pickleball Summer Fun 7:00 PM Ghùch Tlâ Community School Thu Jul 21 & 28 Carmacks Open Gym 5:00 PM Carmacks Recreation Centre Thu Jul 21 & 28 Kids T-Ball 6:30 PM Tantalus School Diamond – Every Thursday 12 weeks, for more info call 332-1517 Fri Jul 22 & 29 CTJS Floor Hockey 5:00 PM Carmacks Recreation Centre Kids & Youth Floor Hockey (5-7PM) and Adult Floor Hockey (7-9PM) Fri Jul 22 & 29 Outdoor Pickleball Summer Fun 9:00 AM Ghùch Tlâ Community School Sat Jul 23 & 30 Drop In Pickleball 3:00 PM Carmacks Recreation Centre Mon Jul 25 & Aug 1 Drop-in Basketball & Soccer 5:00 PM Carmacks Recreation Centre Ages 5-12 (57PM) and Ages 13 to adult (7-9PM) Mon Jul 25 & Aug 1 Carmacks Spikerz Volleyball 6:00 PM Carmacks Recreation Centre Indoors at the VOC - Rec Center until the outdoor courts at Merv Tew Park & Tantalus School are ready! https://bit. ly/3Ot7cSv Tue Jul 26 & Aug 2 Community Beach Volleyball 7:00 PM Ghùch Tlâ Community School Come out to the courts behind the school. Family friendly, all inclusive!

DAWSON CITY Tue - 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 - Thu Saint Mary’s Weekday Mass 5:00 PM Saint Mary’s Catholic Church Join Father Emanuel for weekday mass Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays We Jul 20 Kids Summer Art Camps Ages 6-9 Klondike Institute of Art and Culture (KIAC) Please Pre-Register To Participate! Hands-on activities, games, crafts, snacks, and all things ART. Camp runs Wednesday-Thursday-Friday, 1-4pm.

Wed Jul 20 & 27 Lane Swim And Parent And Tot 7:00 AM Dawson City Swimming Pool Wed Jul 20 & 27 Public Swim 1:30 PM Dawson City Swimming Pool Wed Jul 20 & 27 Kids Summer Art Camps Ages 6-9 Klondike Institute of Art and Culture (KIAC) Please Pre-Register To Participate! Hands-on activities, games, crafts, snacks, and all things ART. Camp runs Wednesday-Thursday-Friday, 1-4pm.

Wed Jul 20 & 27 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 Jul 20 & 27 Bannock Tea and Stories 3:00 PM Tombstone Territorial Park Interpretive Centre Wed Jul 20 & 27 Swimfit 5:30 PM Dawson City Swimming Pool Wed Jul 20 & 27 Youth Minor Ball Minto Park Concession Building 5:30 PM Cheer on our local players Grades 4-7 participants will have preregistered Wed Jul 20 & 27 Lane and Adult Swim 6:30 PM Dawson City Swimming Pool Thu Jul 21 & 28 Lane Swim And Parent And Tot 7:00 AM & 12:00 PM Dawson City Swimming Pool Thu Jul 21 & 28 Nature Walk 2:00 PM Tombstone Territorial Park Interpretive Centre Thu Jul 21 & 28 Public Swim 2:30 PM Dawson City Swimming Pool

BRAKE FLUID

Modern braking systems use brake fluid to transfer the application of the brake pedal down to the front and rear brakes, to bring the vehicle to a stop.

The fluid is usually silicone based, which does not compress, giving a solid pedal feel and an increased temperature rating. The downside to using this style of fluid is that it absorbs moisture from the air.

Constant braking causes massive amounts of heat to be generated by the braking components, which is then transferred into the fluid. If there is moisture in the fluid, this will decrease the temperature rating of the fluid, and can result in a soft brake pedal and increased stopping distance.

Most manufacturers recommend brake fluid changes every 2 years, regardless of kilometres travelled, but it may need to be changed more frequently if the vehicle is operated under abnormal conditions.

335-6705

Inside Yukon Inn Mall on Fourth (Beside Dollar Store)

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Fri Jul 22 & 29 Lane Swim And Parent And Tot 2:40 PM Dawson City Swimming Pool Fri Jul 22 & 29 Public Swim 4:00 PM Dawson City Swimming Pool Fri Jul 22 & 29 Pool Games 6:00 PM Dawson City Swimming Pool Fri Jul 22 & 29 Lane Swim And Parent And Tot 7:00 AM Dawson City Swimming Pool Fri Jul 22 & 29 Lane and Adult Swim 7:00 PM Dawson City Swimming Pool Fri Jul 22 & 29 Campfire Program 7:30 PM Tombstone Territorial Park Interpretive Centre Fri Jul 22 Summer Concert Series Dënäkär Zho & KIAC Ballroom 8:00 PM Summer Concert Series Co-presented by KIAC and the Klondike Visitors Association Sat Jul 23 Free Drop In Art Activities Ages 8-12 Klondike Institute of Art and Culture (KIAC) 11:00 AM No registration required, just show up! Space is very limited.

Sat Jul 23 & 30 DIRE - Curated by Jackie Olson Confluence Gallery 1:00 PM Featuring work by Shirley Adamson, Sho Sho Esquiro, Kaylyn Baker, Elaine Alexie, Frances Oles, Darcy Tara, Faye Chamberlain, Jackie Olson Sat Jul 23 & 30 Under 5 Gym Drop-In 10:00 AM Robert Service School Sat Jul 23 & 30 Hän Ghả Chukėt Träätätsey Artist Market 11:00 AM Dawson City Gazebo Artist Market with original art, craft, and handmade goods made by local artists!

Sat Jul 23 & 30 Lane Swim And Parent And Tot 10:00 AM Dawson City Swimming Pool Sat Jul 23 & 30 Guided Hike Grizzly Viewpoint 10:00 AM Tombstone Territorial Park Interpretive Centre Join a Tombstone interpreter for a 4 to 5 hour hike up the Grizzly trail to the viewpoint. Dress warmly as the hike will proceed at a leisurely pace with many stops.

Sat Jul 23 & 30 Free Drop In Art Activities Ages 8-12 11:00 AM Klondike Institute of Art and Culture (KIAC) No registration required, just show up! Space is very limited.

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Clayton’s CAR CARE Tips Regular brake fluid changes ensure that a car’s braking system operates safely and effectively.

Thu Jul 21 & 28 Campfire Sessions Campfire Sessions Dawson City Gazebo 5:00 PM FREE Event. Sing-alongs, stories, skits and snacks. An unsupervised and participatory family activity for all ages Thu Jul 21 & 28 Drop-In Tennis with Dave Ezzard 5:00 PM Minto Park Free, all ages, try tennis. Email recreation@cityofdawson.ca for more info.

Thu Jul 21 & 28 Lane Swim And Parent And Tot 5:30 PM Dawson City Swimming Pool Thu Jul 21 & 28 Guided Hike Goldensides 6:30 PM Tombstone Territorial Park Interpretive Centre Dress warmly as we will proceed at a leisurely pace with many stops. Hiking boots and binoculars are recommended. 3 Hour Hike / Free event Thu Jul 21 & 28 Adult Drop In Slow-pitch 7:30 PM Minto Park Concession Building Thu Jul 28 Moosehide Gathering Moosehide Village Come share in Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in and other Indigenous culture – enjoy performances, guest speakers, feasts, dancing, drumming, singing and more Fri Jul 22 Water Weekend Tombstone Territorial Park Interpretive Centre Join us for walks, talks and workshops all about water.

Fri Jul 22 Summer Concert Series Dawson City Gazebo 12:00 PM Summer Concert Series Co-presented by KIAC and the Klondike Visitors Association Fri Jul 29 Hip Hop Workshop with Vision Quest Moosehide Village 10:00 AM Be at the Moosehide info booth at 10 am to sign up or call 993-7100 ext.

205 or email moosehidegathering@trondek.ca. Ages 12 - 18 Fri Jul 22 & 29 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.

Fri Jul 22 & 29 Aquafit 1:00 PM Dawson City Swimming Pool Fri Jul 22 & 29 Nature Walk 2:00 PM Tombstone Territorial Park Interpretive Centre

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COMMUNITY EVENTS... cont’d Sat Jul 23 & 30 Public Swim 11:00 AM Dawson City Swimming Pool Sat Jul 23 & 30 Aquafit 12:00 PM Dawson City Swimming Pool Sat Jul 23 & 30 Lane Swim And Parent And Tot 2:00 PM Dawson City Swimming Pool Sat Jul 23 & 30 Public Swim 3:00 PM Dawson City Swimming Pool Sat Jul 23 & 30 AA North Star Group Dawson City 7:00 PM Royal Canadian Legion In person or Videoconference option available Call 867-993-5095 or 867-993-3734 for more information Sun Jul 24 & 31 Under 5 Gym Drop-In 10:00 AM Robert Service School Sun Jul 24 & 31 Guided Hike North Klondike 10:00 AM Tombstone Territorial Park Interpretive Centre Join a Tombstone interpreter for a 2 hour hike along the North Klondike river. Dress warmly as the hike will proceed at a leisurely pace with many stops. Hiking boots and binoculars are recommended.

Sun Jul 24 & 31Screen Printing Drop-in with Dan Brown 6:00 PM Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC) Includes: use of screens*, emulsion, and ink! There is a refundable deposit of $20 per screen though participants are welcome to bring their own.

Mon Jul 25 & Aug 1 Families Golf Free Mondays Dawson City Golf Course Rentals of clubs and carts are extra. Call 993 2500 for more information.

Mon Jul 25 & Aug 1Tots And Twirls 10:00 AM Klondike Institute of Art and Culture (KIAC) A free program for kids under 5, must be accompanied by a parent or guardian We will jump, dance, run, roll and play during a variety of fun exercises designed to get those little limbs moving while learning about rhythm and dance! No registration required. just show up!

Mon Jul 25 & Aug 1 Youth Minor Ball 5:30 PM Minto Park Concession Building Cheer on our local players Grades 4-7 participants will have preregistered Mon Jul 25 & Aug 1 Guided Hike Goldensides 6:30 PM Tombstone Territorial Park Interpretive Centre Dress warmly as we will proceed at a leisurely pace with many stops. Hiking boots and binoculars are recommended. 3 Hour Hike / Free event Mon Jul 25 & Aug 1 Young Peoples Talking Circle 7:00 PM Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Youth Centre Tue Jul 26 & Aug 2 Romp & Run 10:30 AM YOOP Hall Email Jen.Suttis@cdcyukon.ca for more info.

Tue Jul 26 & Aug 2 Hand Building Pottery Drop-In 6:00 PM KIAC Space is limited to 6 participants, first come first served.

Tue Jul 26 & Aug 2 English Conversation Club 7:00 PM YukonU A weekly English Conversation Club for immigrants in Dawson City.

Tue Jul 26 & Aug 2 Magic The Gathering 7:00 PM Minto Park Concession Building FREE Event.

Format is commander – Bring your own cards / decks Tue Jul 26 & Aug 2 Campfire Program 7:30 PM Tombstone Territorial Park Interpretive Centre

DESTRUCTION BAY Sat Jul 23 Cookshack Sessions 6:30 PM Congdon Creek Campground Free family friendly acoustic music and visual art in Yukon Campgrounds

FARO Wednesdays Faro Seniors - Games and Walks 1:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Wednesdays 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.

Fridays Family Crafts and Boardgames 4:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Saturdays 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.

Wed Jul 20 & 27 Faro Market 3:00 PM CRIC & Campbell Region Interpretive Centre Discover local arts, crafts, baking and more Thu Jul 21 & 28 Faro Adult Swim 6:00 PM Faro Swimming Pool Sat Jul 23 & 30 Faro Adult Swim 6:00 PM Faro Swimming Pool

HAINES JUNCTION Nightly Evening Campfire Talks in Kluane Kathleen Lake Campground 7:00 PM Join a Parks Canada Heritage Presenter for an evening around the campfire to learn more about the park’s wildlife, plants, glaciers and history. Please bring your own mug to enjoy some complimentary tea and hot chocolate.

Wed Jul 20 & 27 Dakwakada Haines Junction Farmer’s Market 3:00 PM Haines Junction, Yukon Find them in the Middle of town on the Alaska Highway - Across from Frosty’s Wed Jul 20 & 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 Jul 20 & 27 Boxing Classes Bill Brewster Arena 5:30 PM Reach your fitness goals by joining this boxing program! Participants must complete out a waiver provided. Call 634-2012 or email dgraham@ cafn.ca for more info. https://bit.ly/3mGYALy Thu Jul 21 & 28 Bill Brewster Arena Drop - In Centre 1:00 PM Bill Brewster Arena Skate Park, Electric Scooters, Hoverboards, Basketball, Floor Hockey, & Bouncy Castle Fri Jul 22 & 29 HJL Story Time 10:00AM Haines Junction Library Registration is required but the program is still run as a drop in. There is no commitment to come each week. https://bit. ly/3KmBdBC. Fri Jul 29 Live The Vanstones Village Bakery and Deli 6:00 PM Reservations are **required** and will be taken on a first-come, first-serve basis. To reserve tickets, please call the Bakery directly at (867) 634-2867 Dinner starts at 6:15 PM | Music starts at 7:00 PM Sat Jul 23 & 30 Mät’àtäna Mǟn Plant Walk 10:00 AM Kathleen Lake Campground Join a Parks Canada Heritage Presenter on a short walk and learn about the diverse flora at Kathleen Lake.

Sat Jul 23 Live The Compassion Pills Village Bakery and Deli 6:00 PM Reservations are **required** and will be taken on a first-come, firstserve basis. To reserve tickets, please call the Bakery directly at (867) 634-2867 Dinner starts at 6:15 PM | Music starts at 7:00 PM

Sun Jul 24 & 31 Kluane - Music In The Park 11:00 AM Kathleen Lake Campground Join us for one of the oldest northern traditions – singing songs around a cozy campfire. Please bring your own mug to enjoy some complimentary coffee, tea and hot chocolate.

Sun Jul 24 Evening Campfire Talks in Kluane Kathleen Lake Campground 7:00 PM Join a Parks Canada Heritage Presenter for an evening around the campfire to learn more about the park’s wildlife, plants, glaciers and history. Please bring your own mug to enjoy some complimentary tea and hot chocolate.

Mon Jul 25 Flea Market Haines Junction, Yukon 6:30 PM No registrations required, market set up available first come first served. Bring your own tablechair , Trailer, Pop the Trunk of your car, we have parking access! https://bit.ly/3IlN0zs Mon Jul 25 & Aug 1 Smart Recovery Meetings 8:00 PM Munku Hall Everyone welcome, call 334-5688 for more info.

Tue Jul 26 & Aug 2 Bill Brewster Arena Drop - In Centre 1:00 PM Bill Brewster Arena Skate Park, Electric Scooters, Hoverboards, Basketball, Floor Hockey, & Bouncy Castle

Sat Jul 30 Garden Pickles 1:00 PM Wheaton River Gardens In this 3-hour beginner workshop, you learn the basics of fermentation with lactic-acid bacteria and discover the specifics of the brining method. Tips and sharing of experiences are coupled with handson practice, including harvesting ingredients directly from our gardens. shorturl.at/nzMP8 Tue Jul 26 Mt. Lorne Community Market Mount Lorne Community Centre 4:30 PM Come out and connect with local growers and artisans, shop for fresh produce, homemade goods, and much more!

OLD CROW

Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays Jackalope Open for drinks and snacks 5:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Thursdays North of 60 Seniors Coffee and Chat 2:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Thursdays Shuffleboard Marsh Lake Community Centre 6:00 PM Saturdays Knitting Circle 11:00 AM Marsh Lake Community Centre Everyone wielding a hook, needle or pin is welcome.

Saturdays Pickleball Outside Marsh Lake Community Centre 12:30 PM Saturdays Family Playtime and Open Gym 3:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre

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.

Wed Jul 20 & 27 Adult Card Game Night 6:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre Wed Jul 20 & 27 Slo-Pitch Baseball 7:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre Wed July 27 Stroller Walks 10:00 AM Kih Tsal Mon Jul 25 & Aug 1 Hike Or Bike 1:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre Mon Jul 25 & Aug 1 Slo-Pitch Baseball 7:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre Mon Jul 25 & Aug 1 Hike Or Bike 1:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre Mon Jul 25 & Aug 1 Men’s Night At The Rec Centre 6:00 PM John Tizya Centre &Old Crow Community Centre Mon Jul 25 & Aug 1 Slo-Pitch Baseball 7:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre Tue Jul 26 & Aug 2 Kids Gym 3:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre Tue Jul 26 & Aug 2 Adult Sewing 6:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre Tue Jul 26 & Aug 2 Youth Gym 6:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre

MAYO

SKAGWAY

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 Tuesdays Drop-in Art Night 7:00 PM Mayo Curling Lounge If you can bring a photo that you would like to work from that would be great. No experience necessary.

Sundays St. Mary’s Church Service 11:00 AM St Mary’s Church (867)667-7746 Sundays Communion Service St. Mary with St. Mark Anglican Church 11:00 AM where village members come together to worship and offer service to their community and the world.

Wednesdays Women’s Morning Worship 7:00 AM First Presbyterian Church of Skagway All are welcome. Part of the Alaska Presbytery and the PC U.S.A. Wednesdays Windy Valley Babies 10:30 AM Skagway Public Library Stories, Songs, and Fun with Ms. Anna! Designed for ages 0-3.

Fridays Skagway Teen Night 6:30 PM Skagway Public Library Sundays Sunday School 4:00 PM First Presbyterian Church of Skagway Sundays Sunday Worship 10:00 AM First Presbyterian Church of Skagway Thu Jul 21 Junior Ranger Day Moore House Exhibit 10:00 AM Join us for a family fun filled event with Jilkat Kwaan Heritage Dancers, obstacle course, ice cream eating contest, and more! https://bit. ly/3uLrHSp Sat Jul 23 Annual Fran DeLisle Cancer Awareness Walkathon Dyea Campground 8:00 AM A beautiful walk follows the Dyea road along the scenic Taiya Inlet, through spruce forest to historic downtown Skagway. Volunteer staffed stations provide aid and treats along the way. Entry fee includes shirt and lunch.

MARSH LAKE

MOUNT LORNE Thu Jul 21 & 28 Parents and Tots Playtime Group 1:00 PM Mount Lorne Community Centre

Sat Jul 23 Dunch with Orbe & the Sungazers Red Onion Saloon 8:00 PM https://www.skagway. com/event/dunch-at-red-onion!/767/ Sat Jul 23 Garden City Market 3:00 PM A monthly gathering of talented local artisans sharing their creative wares. Find handcrafted jewelry, paintings, organic and wild harvested products, plants, some produce, candles, soap, fabric and wearable arts, baked goods, Made in Skagway members, and much more.

TAGISH Wed Jul 20 & 27 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 Jul 20 & 27 Coffee And Chat 2:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Thu Jul 21 & 28 Carpet Bowling 10:00 AM Tagish Community Centre Thu Jul 21 & 28 Tagish Local Advisory Council Meeting Tagish Community Centre 7:00 PM

TESLIN Wed Jul 20 Mature Golfers 9 & Dine 9:30 AM Teslin Recreation Centre Sign up at Rec Centre or call 390-2530 Wed Jul 20 & 27 Pickleball 7:00 PM Teslin Recreation Centre Thu Jul 21 & 28 Youth Baseball 3:15 PM Teslin Recreation Centre At the baseball diamonds Thu Jul 21 & 28 Warriors of the Water 5:30 PM Teslin Recreation Centre Meet at the Marina Fri Jul 22 & 29 Basketball Drop-in Teslin Lake Recreation Complex 7:00 PM Sat Jul 30 Teslin Hikes – Morley Gorge 11:00 AM Teslin Recreation Centre Mon Jul 25 Paintball 10:00 AM Teslin Recreation Centre Sign up by July 21 call 390-2530 Tue Jul 26 Recreation Society AGM 5:30 PM All welcome to attend, snacks provided. Zoom available.

Tue Jul 26 & Aug 2 Outdoor Archery 5:30 PM Teslin Recreation Centre Tue Jul 26 & Aug 2 Adult Baseball Night 7:00 PM Teslin Recreation Centre Meet at diamonds

WATSON LAKE Sundays St. John’s Church Service 10:00 AM St. John’s Church Service (867) 536-2932 Sat Jul 23 & 30 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 Jul 24 & 31 Sunday Nite Volleyball 11:00 AM Watson Lake Secondary School Mon Jul 25 & Aug 1 Kids & Youth Softball 5:30 PM Watson Lake Recreation Centre Age 7+ Free, we also have some gloves and helmets that can be used.

Tue Jul 26 & Aug 2 Pickleball & Badminton Watson Lake Secondary School 7:00 PM

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A rich celebration of Culture

JULY 28th - 30th

MOOSEHIDE GATHERING

UPCOMING EVENTS

The Moosehide Gathering has brought people from all nations together for a celebration of Hän culture since 1993. Strengthening First Nations culture and traditions and based on the traditional potlaches of the Hän people.

JULY 28th -30th Moosehide Gathering

For more information visit www.Trondek.ca

AUGUST 11th

Author’s on Eighth

AUGUST 11th

Discovery Days Celebrations

AUGUST 11th

Dico Days Golf Tournament

DOWNTOWN HOTEL

GOLD RUSH CAMPGROUND

Welcome to the Downtown Hotel, Combining newly renovated rooms with Klondike atmosphere. Dine at Jack London Grill with summer patio and visit the Sourdough Saloon, home of the “Sourtoe Cocktail”

Located downtown Dawson City close to amenities, with history and adventure minutes from our facility. Showers and laundry provided on-site.

GoldRushCampground.com

DowntownHotel.ca

BONANZA GOLD MOTEL

DIAMOND TOOTH GERTIES

We offer Queen, Double, Kitchenette & pet friendly motel rooms. 50, 30 & 15 amp RV sites available. Free wifi, public laundry, showers & car wash. A great place to stay!

Experience Canada’s First Casino: Diamond Tooth Gerties. Replete with Klondike flair and featuring slots, black jack, roulette and the best Cancan show North of Vegas!

BonanzaGold.ca

DiamondToothGerties.ca

CLAIM #6 (FREE CLAIM)

JACK LONDON MUSEUM

When you come out to Free Claim #6, you’ll be getting the authentic panning experience.

Dedicated entirely to the life and writing of Jack London. Historical archives and photographs & learn about London’s adventures before, during and after the Klondike Gold Rush.

Visit DawsonCity.ca for more information

JackLondonMuseum.ca

MIDNIGHT SUN HOTEL Welcome to the Midnight Sun Hotel in the heart of Dawson City, Yukon.

MidnightSunHotel.ca (867) 993-5346

KLONDIKE INSTITUTE OF ART & CULTURE Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC) hosts ODD gallery a contemporary art exhibitions, live music Friday evenings, film screenings Sundays, and more!

KIAC.ca www.DawsonCity.ca

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Jessica Surber

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Jessica Surber loves being in the mountains, working with plants and exploring all that lies beyond her comfort zone.

She divides her time between Peru and the Yukon.

MINDFULNESS ON TWO WHEELS It’s early morning but the sun is already up and shining low through the trees

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push my bike out of the garage, close the door and get on.

I feel the breeze on my face as I begin to move, a bit chilly, still, but I know that soon I’ll be grateful for it. The sound of robins, sparrows and dark-eyed juncos fill the morning silence. The mosquitos haven’t gotten up yet, but even if they were around, they wouldn’t be able to catch me.

I speed down the first hill, my squeaky brakes letting any fellow early risers of the four-legged variety know that I’m coming.

The last few faded crocuses line the trail and the lupins are in full bloom, their purple-and-white flowers reaching like spires towards the cloudless summer sky.

I accelerate around a corner and I feel like a kid. A smile spreads across my face. A spruce grouse flies up out of the bush and into a tree. If it wouldn’t have flown off, I wouldn’t have even known it was

Arctic lupine and my “meditation pillow” on wheels

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there. I glimpse a spot of pink—calypso orchids. Usually I would stop and kneel down to drink in their sweet scent, but I continue on today. I try to even out my breath; in and out, in and out.

The sun is higher now and sweat forms on my brow. It feels good and like a reminder that I’m alive. I feel grateful for my body and for what it allows me to do. I don’t care what I look like; no one can see me here anyway. I pick up speed along a flat, open stretch, dragonflies gliding alongside me for a while, and I’m free. The forest is warming up, and the smell of the pines and the spruce and the forest floor is getting stronger, especially in the sunny patches. I pop a spruce tip into my mouth.

Its citrusy, tangy taste lingers on my tongue. In a few weeks I’ll be enjoying wild strawberries as a morning snack, instead. A squirrel darts across the trail and screeches at me from its perch high up on a tree branch. I marvel at the range of sounds an animal so small can make, as I pedal on.

I start to go through my to-do list, in my head, working through all of the things I’ll need to do later. I wonder what time it is.

Pressure starts to build in my chest as I start mentally planning my day. The trail gets steeper and I’m brought back into the moment, my sore muscles reminding me of the present and pulling me out of my thoughts. I focus on the movement of my legs and the air getting pulled into my lungs, and I relax again.

A shadow passes over me and I look up just as a raven disappears behind a canopy of poplar leaves.

We seem to be heading in the same direction. I’m nearing home now and a part of me would like to just keep going, like the raven above me. I see the first wild roses blooming, as I pull into the driveway, and I’m already looking forward to tomorrow’s ride. n

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July 20, 2022

Hotel Carmacks and Tatchun Centre Moves On To New Ownership A Farewell from Kendell Tricker And Family I’d like to take this opportunity to thank the members of the Village of Carmacks and Little Salmon Carmacks First Nation, and truly all Yukoners, both Sourdoughs and Cheechakos, and so many others from far and wide, who have given me the opportunity to supply them with goods and services over the past 22 years of my ownership of Hotel Carmacks and Tatchun Centre General Store & Gas Bar. It has been an honor and a privilege to have had such great customers over the years, who have supported and helped to grow the business and make it a landmark in our community of Carmacks, and truly the Yukon as a whole.

I am thrilled to have achieved a sale that I believe will benefit not only me, but my valued employees whom I leave behind with new management, both those that are more recent hires and those that have truly been my rocks. I certainly could not have made it this far without them all, nor those that have come and gone before them. Thank you so much for all you have done.

As I look forward to retirement and a new chapter in my life, and that of my family, I also look back and realize the bittersweetness of this sale as it brings about the end of a 51 year long family business era in the community of Carmacks and the greater Yukon community.

With a transition to a business operated by a joint venture between the largest hospitality company in Yukon and the local First Nation Development Corporation, the combined business acumen, expertise, resources, and the many growth opportunities possible that this partnership brings to the table will undoubtedly bring many positive changes and opportunities for the business, the staff, and the community alike that could likely otherwise not be achieved. I have no doubt that I am leaving not only my business and staff, but the whole community, and my customers across the Yukon in the best hands I could. I believe this transition will be very positive for all of us.

Goodbye to all my customers, staff, and friends made along the way. I have many memories to carry with me and to share in the coming years. Also, I share my best wishes to the incoming owners and new General Manager Dikran Zabunyan for prosperous times that will see continued growth and reinvestment into the community that my family has called home for so very long. It is a new era which I hope will be well received by all.

Thank you

Kendell Tricker

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Scott Dudiak

COMMUNITY ECOLOGIES

Scott Dudiak is a Whitehorse-based biologist and sustainability advocate. Scott hopes to shift narratives away from environmental doom and towards community agency for change. Until we have time machines, it’s the environmental actions we take today that will benefit our community tomorrow. He is inordinately fond of beetles and other overlooked creatures that sustain our human communities.

PAUSE AND GIVE THANKS TO THOSE WONDERFUL SUMMER POLLINATORS The summer is here, and soon across the territory, fireweed and lupin will paint the landscape with a palette of violet and blue

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ne of the best parts of living in the Yukon is the explosion of colour we get to enjoy… while receiving a year’s supply of bug bites. That’s right, it’s the annoying buzzing and biting that lets us enjoy the summer flowers, year after year, and the harvests of our gardens.

Pollination is a key part of life on Earth, enabling plants to turn flowers into fruit. And there is no more-famous pollinator than the European honeybee. The honeybee is on a short list of bugs that receive our admiration to the point of cereal mascots and savethe-bees campaigns. When many of us heard the news about bee colonies collapsing, we started to worry about what life would be like without pollination. This was a key moment in people starting to connect our food production with the condition of our local ecosystems. However, the messaging often misses the mark, focusing on honeybees and crops like almonds and canola and not the larger crisis facing pollinators across the globe.

Although birds and bats are pollinators, the bulk of pollination is completed by insects! Every day our six-legged friends are out and about, moving pollen around and drinking that sweet, sweet flower

juice (nectar). Certainly, honeybees are the most-famous pollinators, but there are over 20,000 species of solitary bees! These bees are a diverse bunch, nesting in all sorts of materials, specializing in this type of flower or that one … even better—they rarely have stings. In fact, most people

thusiasts” get covered in pollen and are critical pollinators. This is especially relevant for flowers that are open at night (where it’s dark); that’s when many moths get a chance to drink some nectar without fearing those horrible songbirds.

Then there are the flies—

about the clouds of mosquitoes in the summer, it can be clear how important they are to flowers in our community. Flowers, such as goldenrod, rely on the clouds of mosquitoes that form, each summer, for pollination. So next time mosquitos are biting you, think about what they are doing when

Fireweed and Bumblebee

PHOTO: Pixabay aren’t familiar with the range of bees in their community. There are also the flying “buses” that are bumblebees. These bees form small communities of as few as 50 bees per nest and can be found from jungles, to the High Arctic!

But moving past bees, it’s butterflies and moths that are the next insects to which we should say, “Hey, thanks for your work!”

Take a look at the next moth flying around your patio lights and you will notice how hairy they are. Like bumblebees, these hairy “lamp en-

famous big-eyed folks who share our houses and sing their beautiful buzzing songs. Although flies don’t form colonies and may not be very hairy, the sheer number of them, trying to get the sweet nectar, makes them important. With over 85-thousand species of flies, they are some of the most-diverse animals on Earth. I am sorry to say that the mosquito (the “territorial bird” of the Yukon) is, in fact, an important pollinator. It’s not blood that mosquitoes feed on; rather, it’s nectar, and if you think

you aren’t around (because chances are, they are chillin’ at the ol’ flower patch).

The list truly goes on and on, with beetles, thrips, wasps and ants all doing their part for the flowers. But unfortunately, it’s not just bees that are struggling … it is insects across the world that are declining at an alarming rate. The current estimate is that 40 per cent of all insect species are declining, and a third of those are now endangered. The research about individual species of insect declines

is limited, but we know that one in four bee species in North America are at risk of extinction. This is a terrifying trend because 87.5 per cent of flowering plants rely on animals (like insects) to pollinate their flowers. It may be nice to imagine fewer mosquito bites and fewer wasp nests but, without these animals, life as we know it would not exist.

Insects are declining for a number of reasons, and each of those signals problems with our relationship with our ecosystems. Habitat loss is likely the largest contributor to the decline, with more and more areas converted into monoculture croplands. These agricultural lands may have flowers as a part of the crop, but think—a crop will only flower at one time of the year, but what are the bugs going to do the rest of the summer?

Furthermore, when the trees are cut down and wetlands are filled, where are insects going to have families and settle down?

Other issues include increasing use of insecticides, directly killing the pollinators we need. Air and water pollution has been linked to pollinator decline. Urbanization is another issue, with landscapes of concrete replacing soil and grasses. And the final constant refrain is climate change. Although our changing climate has a range of impacts, insects that once relied on stable conditions find less and less years that enable them to thrive.

So next time you hear a buzz or you swear at the mosquitos, remember that our lives are entwined with theirs. It is the work of our flying friends (insects—not those dang birds) that makes our lives on Earth possible. So next time you get a bug bite, think, Thank you, may I have another?! n

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COMMUNITY Every Student, Every Day Project Recipients for 2022-2023 School Year A total of $300,000 in support has been awarded to 30 Yukon projects from the Victoria Gold Yukon Student Encouragement Society’s Every Student, Every Day fund, which has been

July 20, 2022

Please save the date for the upcoming special fundraising events to support Every Student, Every Day and increased student attendance in the Yukon: Victoria Gold Golf Tournament at Meadow Lakes Golf Club on July 22 and the Every Student, Every Day Gala on October 22 in Whitehorse.

operating for 10 years in the territory.

For the 2022-2023 school year, community groups, school councils and First Nations governments will implement 30 projects designed to help increase student attendance. These projects will remove barriers, increase engagement and create a greater sense of belonging in school communities.

“We’re so pleased to build on the momentum Every Student, Every Day has gained in its 10 years to help address barriers to regular school attendance in the Yukon,” says Victoria Gold Yukon Student Encouragement Society President Tara Christie.

“Although the pandemic created previously uncharted challenges for our educators, our students and their families, Every Student, Every Day is proud to encourage and support community-driven projects with a record amount of funding this year.”

Since its establishment in 2012, Every Student, Every Day has directly supported more than 170 local projects with over $1.5 million; raised primarily from Yukon businesses and individual donations. This year, the Victoria Gold Yukon Student Encouragement Society increased its funding to $250,000 augmented by the Yukon Government contribution of $50,000.

“Thanks to the generosity and commitment of our donors and community partners, we’re excited what the next decade will bring as we work together to support increased attendance in the territory,” adds Christie.

For a list and descriptions of the 30 projects receiving Every Student, Every Day funding for the 2022-2023 school year, please visit everystudenteveryday.ca

Pictured here, T. Gagnon, Age 13, who participated in last year’s Every Student, Every Day VGCX Water Bottle Photo Contest to promote activity and engagement in learning.

A student at Centre Scolaire Secondaire Communautaire, they state; “Carrots need water to grow, just like students!”

The Eagle Gold Mine is situated within Victoria Gold’s 100 per cent-owned Dublin Gulch Property located approximately 375 kilometres north of Whitehorse and 85 kilometres north, northeast 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.