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Amy Kenny lives in Whitehorse. If she’s not inside writing, she’s outside running mountains.

UNTOLD STORYTELLING When Brianne Bremner got the email from the Yukon AntiPoverty Coalition (YAPC) asking for her company, GBP Creative, to shoot a portrait series, she didn’t hesitate

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his is one of those jobs where, as soon as we got the email, without looking at the schedule, we were like ‘yep, we will make it work,’” said Brianne, GBP’s creative director. That’s because the series was aimed at highlighting the untold experiences of seven Yukoners, each of whom had a story to tell— about the stigma around social assistance, what it’s like living in precarious housing, attending youth detention, managing posttraumatic stress, and more. “It’s absolutely just something we believe in,” said Brianne of herself and her husband and GBP photographer, Gary Bremner. “Anytime we can help share the stories of people who have experienced things like homelessness or poverty or food insecurity or all these things. Anytime we can give voice to that and let the general population know what others are dealing with, we think that’s really important.” The funding for the project came through the Yukon 125 Fund, which was given out this year to applicants whose projects “commemorate the anniversary of the Yukon becoming a territory, and honour Yukon’s communities, heritage and culture,” according to the Yukon government website: yukon.ca/125. Keitha Clark is the project coordinator with YAPC. She said YAPC applied to the fund to ensure stories were being told that might not otherwise have been reﬂected in the Yukon 125 celebrations. “We wanted to encourage a diverse range of experiences and perspectives to highlight and think about as you reﬂect on the

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last 125 years, and look forward to what we want the Yukon to be for the next 125,” she said. The images, which are part of an exhibition opening at the Yukon Arts Centre on October 6, show their subjects smiling. Looking strong. That was important, said Brianne. “Especially with projects like this, when you’re dealing with potentially heavy material, it’s almost like the photo becomes a bit of a celebration for them,” said

PHOTOS: GBP Creative Brianne. “We didn’t want these photos to be sad or dreary … we want the photos to represent their resilience and their beauty.” Clark said they achieved this by approaching the series collaboratively. It wasn’t about YAPC and GBP collecting stories and photos and putting them out to the public. Everyone photographed was involved throughout the process. Gary and Brianne met with each cont’d on page 3 ...

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Untold Storytelling ... cont’d from page 2 person and just chatted for an hour before Gary got out his camera. Collaborators were able to look at the photos as Gary took them. One lady wanted to be photographed in shadow because, though she wanted to participate, she still felt there was stigma around her experience of social assistance. It was a balance, Gary said, of understanding that everyone wanted to share, and also respecting where they were at in

terms of comfort levels around how they shared. His goal is always to empower people through their portraits, but he wanted to do that with their input. “Everybody reviewed their stories before going out and made edits, if needed, and changes as well,” said Clark. “And they’re very strong and powerful, but they’re strong and powerful because they’re personal. We wanted to make sure that everybody felt comfortable with the stories

that were being told, and knew fully how those stories are going to be out in the community.” Together, they tell what it’s like to be a new immigrant in Canada, looking for affordable housing when you’re making minimum wage; to be from a First Nation and having to live in a wall tent because you can’t find a place to live on your own traditional territory; of struggling toward sobriety; of establishing an Accessibility Olympics after a car crash that

changed your life. “We just want people to feel good about it in the end,” said Gary. “You’re talking about some really difficult stuff, but at least if you can get a photo that you’re proud of. It gives you that extra bit of energy to face that. It’s like the armour to kind of go out into the world.” The exhibit runs October 6 to November 18, Monday to Friday (10 a.m.–5 p.m.). n

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Dreaming Roots held a matinee show for schools at the Yukon Arts Centre on October 5. It weaved together work from Yukon Indigenous artists in dance, music, drumming, theatre, storytelling, and more in both traditional and contemporary forms. PHOTO: Mike Thomas/Yukon Arts Centre

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nd it’s her second time. The first time, the selection was for a trial that would begin on our 50th anniversary. Quite appropriately, she got excused for that one. There’s a possibility that she could be excused for this one, too, because of her age. I believe that’s an option available to her. But what about elders’ wisdom? Not that I would have willingly gone to court on our anniversary, but I’ve always been interested in

how a jury trial works in Canada. We get so much crap about trials in other countries, fiction and otherwise. Perry Mason was big when I was a kid. I’ve been a witness in a trial by judge, and I’ve observed a trial of a friend, also by judge, from the gallery. Is it called a gallery, or is that more Perry Mason stuff? I’ve been a member of a quasijudicial board, even the chairperson for a few years. I’ve also been a member of the Whitehorse Diversion Committee, giving firsttime young offenders an alternative to the court system. Yet, in my whole life, I have never had a jury summons. So why don’t we ever pick me? I’ve always been willing to sit in judgment of my peers.

Now I’m way over 65 and my hearing is shot (see CHS Syndrome). I could ask to be excused for the first, and I’d probably have to be excused for the second. What? They mumble? Nobody on Perry Mason ever mumbled. Just speak up, dammit! Incidentally, what’s the mandatory retirement age for judges? Jury selection was today, and my wife was not selected. She was very much interested and did not choose the out option that was available to her (being over 65). Irony of all ironies, our son got a notice today to appear for jury duty. I pay taxes. I’m on the voters’ list. I filled out the census form. I’m so hurt. n

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IT’S FREE. IT’S FAST. IT’S FUN or email events@whatsupyukon.com ATLIN 5 Mile Group (O) 7:00 PM Tutan Hit Building For more info call 250-7695 Ext 108

Mon Oct 16 Yoga Fusion with Marielle Veilleux 4:30 PM Dënäkär Zho / KIAC Ballroom Bring a mat, towel, or shawl & water.

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.

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Fridays

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

Mondays

Cards & Conversation 1:00 PM Royal Canadian Legion Branch 1 Dawson City Free! Drop-In! No registration necessary. whatsupyukon.events/dawson-legion8336c3

prints, paintings and installation works by Blake Nelson Shaa’koon Lepine.

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Atlin Christian Assembly 11:00 AM St. Atlin Christian Centre 10:00 AM Everyone is welcome. Sat Oct 21 Fall Bazaar/Flea Market Atlin Recreation Centre Come and checkout the thrift shop tables for Halloween costumes and more. Concession will be open. Call 250-6517639 for more info.

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. Online users’ sign in info: yukonbcdistrict52@gmail.com

CARCROSS Second Sunday of Every Month St. Saviour’s Church Services 2:00 pm St. Saviour Church 867-668-3129

Handbuilding Pottery Drop-in 6:309pm Self-guided group studio time for those who have some knowledge and experience with pottery. Newcomers are welcome, though little instruction is provided. KIAC Classroom, back door. Ecumenical Mothers’ prayers gathering 7pm St Paul’s Anglican Church Tuesdays 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. Wednesdays 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.

Mondays Light Walkers Group (OM) 5:00 PM Fire Hall meeting room 1137 Austin S

Screen Printing Drop-in 6:00 PM Klondike Institute of Art & Culture KIAC Classroom (enter via backdoor) Selfguided group studio time for those who have some knowledge and experience with screen printing.

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CDC Toddler Program 10:00 AM Klondike Institute of Arts & Culture KIAC Free drop-In for kids 5 & under with parent/guardian Story time & free play!

Saturdays Open Studio – Drop In 1:00 PM Klondike Institute of Art & Culture KIAC Classroom (enter via backdoor) Space to create and focus on your artistic practice. AA North Star Group Dawson City 7:00 PM Royal Canadian Legion In person or Videoconference option available Call 867-993-5095 or 867993-3734 for more information Sundays Anglican Church Service 10:30 Anglican Church Service at St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Dawson City. Corner of Front and Church Streets at St. Paul’s Anglican Church in Dawson City

FARO Tuesdays Parent & Tot 10:00 AM Faro Recreation Centre Open Gym 1:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Kids Club Faro Recreation Centre Adult Floor Hockey 7:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre

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Wednesdays Seniors Games & Walks 1:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre The gym is open for seniors who would like to improve their fitness goals. Fitness Fun for Seniors 2:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Pickleball 2:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Volleyball 3:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Thursdays Parent & Tot 10:00 AM Faro Recreation Centre Open Gym 1:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Kids Club 3:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Fridays Pickleball 1:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Seniors Yoga 2:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Open Gym 2:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Chair Yoga & Deep Relaxation for Seniors Basketball 3:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Saturdays Pickleball 2:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Open Court Basketball 3:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Open Gym 4:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Sat Oct 21 Handmade Beaded Earrings Workshop 2:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Until Oct 25 Halloween Coloring Contest Town of Faro Fun prizes to be won!

Wednesdays 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 Movement Wednesdays 7:00 PM Haines Junction, Yukon Dezadeash River Trailhead, walking, jogging or running to the gun range and back. As the snow clears we will explore more trails. Prizes to be won. https://bit. ly/3GuVkx0 Adult Volleyball 16+ 7:00 PM St. Elias Community School Meet in the school gym 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] Thursdays Step It Up with Shelby 5:00 PM Bill Brewster Arena Cardio Aerobic Step Class is a classic cardiovascular workout, using a 4 or 6 inch step platform. Fridays 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.l

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Poverty and Homelessness Action Week

October 16-20, 2023

What’s On The Line: Actions to End Poverty and Homelessness in the Yukon MONDAY OCTOBER 16 Lunch and Learn: Themes from the Yukon Food Security Conference Hosted by the YE Food Security Network Lunch Provided Doors open at 11:30a.m.

TUESDAY OCTOBER 17 Residential Landlord and Tenant Act Input Session and Community Meal 5p.m. to 7p.m. Yukon Anti-Poverty Coalition 509 Hanson St.

Boys and Girls Club of Yukon 306 Alexander St. Noon to 1p.m.

WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 18

THURSDAY OCTOBER 19

Lunch and Learn: Making a Difference on a Local Level

What’s on the Line: Actions to End Poverty and Homelessness in the Yukon

A panel with Blood Ties Four Directions Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre Yukon Learn

A community meal and discussion forum

Noon to 1p.m. Lewis Hall Whitehorse United Church Lunch Provided

5p.m. to 7p.m. Yukon Anti-Poverty Coalition 509 Hanson St.

Stew and Bannock Facilitator: Maureen Johnstone

FRIDAY OCTOBER 20 Exhibit Reception Unmined Territory: Celebrating Unexplored Stories of Yukon History, Culture, Community and Resilience. A collaborative portrait project between the Yukon Anti-Poverty Coalition and GBP Creative. 5p.m.-7p.m. Yukon Arts Centre Community Gallery

Throughout The Week: Share the Warmth Campaign (until Oct 31). Donate gently used jackets and outerwear to Coast Mountain Sports and get $50 off a new one. Unmined Territory Portrait Exhibit - Celebrating Unexplored Stories of Yukon History, Culture, Community and Resilience. A collaborative project between the Yukon Anti-Poverty Coalition and GBP Creative. Yukon Arts Centre Community Gallery

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WHITEHORSE EVENTS... ... cont’d Saturdays Step It Up with Shelby 7:00 PM Bill Brewster Arena Cardio Aerobic Step Class is a classic cardiovascular workout, using a 4 or 6 inch step platform. Mondays Step It Up with Shelby 7:00 PM Bill Brewster Arena Cardio Aerobic Step Class is a classic cardiovascular workout, using a 4 or 6 inch step platform.

MAYO

Teen/Adult Floor Hockey 7:30 PM J.V Clark School

Mondays

Fridays

Morning Video Workout 6:15 AM Mayo Recreation Centre

Mayo Mornings Parent and Tot Time 10:00 AM Mayo Recreation Centre

Teen Workout 12:00 PM J.V Clark School

Lunchtime Lengths 12:00 PM Mayo Recreation Centre

Teen Workout 12:00 PM J.V Clark School

Art/Entrepreneur Club 3:30 J.V Clark School Held in the Lunchroom

Sundays

Smart Recovery Meetings 8:00 PM Munku Hall Everyone welcome, call 334-5688 for more info.

Dinner and Movie Night 5:00 PM Mayo Community Hall And Recreation Centre

Tuesdays

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

Girls Club 6:00 PM St. Elias School Held in the art room, open to Girls and identifying as Girls from Grade 8 to 12.

Wed Oct 18 2023 Yukon Heritage Symposium 10:00 AM Da Ku Cultural Centre Meet new colleagues and catch up with old ones, be inspired by new ideas and trends, and share knowledge and best practices in heritage. Wed Oct 18 Water Wednesdays 1:30 PM Pine Lake Campground An afternoon of paddling in the traditional cedar dugout canoe! Call 634-3300 for more info. Mon Oct 23 Sewing Circle – Haines Junction 1:00 PM Munku Haines Junction A gathering space available to work on your projects. Refreshments and snacks served Tue Oct 24 Tea & Bannock – Haines Junction 1:00 PM Munku Haines Junction

MARSH LAKE Wednesdays South of 6 10:00 AM Marsh Lake Community Centre 10:00 AM Marsh Lake Community Centre Thursdays Shuffleboard Marsh Lake Community Centre 6:00 PM

Tuesdays Morning Video Workout 6:15 AM Mayo Recreation Centre Mayo Mornings Parent and Tot Time 10:00 AM Mayo Recreation Centre Lunchtime Lengths 12:00 PM Mayo Recreation Centre Youth Archery 3:30 PM Mayo Community Hall And Recreation Centre Tabata Training 5:00 PM Mayo Recreation Centre Disc Golf 7:00 PM Mayo Recreation Centre And Recreation Centre Curling 7:00 PM Mayo Recreation Centre And Recreation Centre 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. Wednesdays Morning Video Workout 6:15 AM Mayo Recreation Centre Mayo Mornings Parent and Tot Time 10:00 AM Mayo Recreation Centre

Fridays

Lunchtime Lengths 12:00 PM Mayo Recreation Centre

Beginner Yoga Marsh Lake Community Centre 10:00 AM

Teen Workout 12:00 PM J.V Clark School

Youth Gym Drop-In Marsh Lake Community Centre 6:00 PM

Pottery Class 3:30 PM J.V Clark School

Saturdays

Rec Volleyball 7:00 PM Village of Mayo Pool

Pickleball Outside Marsh Lake Community Centre 11:00 AM

Thursdays

Sundays

Morning Video Workout 6:15 AM Mayo Recreation Centre

Pickleball Outside Marsh Lake Community Centre 11:00 AM

Mayo Mornings Parent and Tot Time 10:00 AM Mayo Recreation Centre

Tuesdays

Lunchtime Lengths 12:00 PM Mayo Recreation Centre

Play Bridge 1:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre

Elementary Soccer 3:30 PM J.V Clark School

North of 60 Seniors Coffee and Chat 2:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre

Tabata Training 5:00 PM Mayo Recreation Centre

St. Mary’s Church Service 11:00 AM St Mary’s Church (867)667-7746 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.

MOUNT LORNE Thursdays Run Club 6:00 PM Mount Lorne Community Centre

A fun series of events throughout town, fun for the whole family! From a pumpkin patch, crafting, Artisan market, to a bar tour and much more! www. skagway.com/events Mondays Live Music Red Onion Saloon 6:30 PM Live music every Monday Wednesdays Women’s Morning Worship 7:00 AM First Presbyterian Church of Skagway All are welcome. Part of the Alaska Presbytery and the PC U.S.A. Windy Valley Babies 10:30 AM Skagway Public Library Stories, Songs, and Fun with Ms. Anna! Designed for ages 0-3. Fridays Skagway Teen Night 6:30 PM Skagway Public Library Sundays Sunday Worship 10:00 AM First Presbyterian Church of Skagway\ Sunday School 4:00 PM First Presbyterian Church of Skagway

Mondays

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Run Club 6:00 PM Lorne Mountain Community Centre

Wednesdays

Drop-In Yoga 7:00 PM Lorne Mountain Community Centre By donation all levels welcome Tuesdays Boot Camp 6:00 PM Mount Lorne Community Centre Thu Oct 19 Forest Walks at LMCA 10:00 AM Mount Lorne Community Centre Walk, talk, pick some cranberries – play outside. For all ages.

Tagish Library 12:00 PM Tagish Community LIbrary Tagish Library is an active and bright addition to our community. What’s Up Yukon, discover what’s happening around the Yukon Yukon Learn at Tagish Library 2:00 PM Tagish Community LIbrary Targeted literacy programming by Yukon Learn at the Tagish Library. What’s Up Yukon, discover what’s happening around the Yukon.

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Coffee And Chat 2:00 PM Tagish Community Centre

Mondays

Thursdays

Men’s Night At The Rec Centre 6:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre Tuesdays Kids Gym 3:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre Adult Sewing 6:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre Youth Gym 6:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre Wednesdays Stroller Walks 10:00 AM Kih Tsal Parent and Tots 4:00 PM Old Crow Community Center Call 966-3015 for more info. Adult Card Game Night 6:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre Sundays St. Luke’s Church Service 11:00 AM St. Luke’s Church 867-993-5381

Carpet Bowling 10:00 AM Tagish Community Centre Tagish Library 12:00 PM Tagish Community LIbrary Tagish Library is an active and bright addition to our community. What’s Up Yukon, discover what’s happening around the Yukon Tagish Local Advisory Council Meeting 7:00 PM Tagish Community Centre . Saturdays Tagish Library 12:00 PM Tagish Community LIbrary Tagish Library is an active and bright addition to our community. What’s Up Yukon, discover what’s happening around the Yukon

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Outdoor 3D Archery 7:00 PM Sambow Archery Course – Meet at the ball diamond Wednesdays Dominos 1:00 PM Teslin Recreation Centre Drop in seniors Pickleball 6:00 PM Teslin Lake Recreation Complex Thursdays Group Fitness 5:30 PM Teslin Lake Recreation Complex Girls Volleyball 3:15 PM Teslin Lake Recreation Complex Fridays Public Skating 4:00 PMTeslin Lake Recreation Complex Basketball Drop-in 7:00 PM Teslin Lake Recreation Complex Saturdays Parent & Tots 12:00 PM Teslin Lake Recreation Complex Sundays Ball Hockey 7:00 PM J.V Clark School Ages 12+ Drop in Mon Oct 23 Art with Ayla 5:30 PM Teslin Recreation Centre *Sign up required at Rec Plex

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CULTURE: Yukon’s Best Friend Bosco Bosco, an eight-year-old yellow lab, is none the worse for wear after a two-day drive from Whitehorse to Edmonton to visit family. Submitted by: Chris Colbourne Hello Everyone, Share your Fur-Babies photos with us. Send your high resolution photos with a description of what’s happening in the photo, and the camera equipment you used to: editor@whatsupyukon.com By submitting your photo, you are giving permission for What’s Up Yukon to publish your photo for print and online use. We may also use your photo in marketing of this series.

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Edward loves his treats, he is highly food-motivated. He is playful and loves it when you throw things for him, he doesn’t bring them back, but he still loves it. He loves playing with kids. He would be good with other dogs if introduced properly. He’s smart but only knows how to sit at this point. He’s a big floppy baby and loves to be cuddled.

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Jessica Surber is a writer who loves being in the mountains and working with plants. She divides her time between Peru and the Yukon.

JUMP-START YOUR CREATIVITY THIS FALL The buzz of summer is over, and the days are getting shorter

ll of a sudden, it seems, we have so many extra hours of darkness to fill. Fall is the perfect time of year to channel your energy into a new hobby, tap into your imagination and connect with your inner artist. Here are a few ideas to help rekindle your creative drive, no matter where your passions lie.

Writing

Did you know that there exists a term in Japanese for the phenomenon of acquiring reading materials but letting them pile up without reading them? Tsundoku ( ��) is the Japanese word for the stack of books you’ve purchased but haven’t yet read. I’m guilty of this all year-round but especially during the summer when I tell myself that once the days start getting shorter again, I’ll be able to start making a dent in my ever-growing collection of unread books. I wonder if a word also exists for the accumulation of dreams and goals that you have the intention of following through on but never get around to completing. As a lifelong lover of books, I have often dreamt about writing one of my own. Ideas have come and gone over the years, and first pages have been written, but never have I been able to complete an entire book from the first page to the last. In 1999, a freelance writer by the name of Chris Baty started a project called National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) in which participants attempted to write a 50,000-word manuscript during the course of a month. That first year, 21 people in the San

Francisco Bay Area accepted the challenge; by 2022, over 400,000 people from all over the world committed themselves to trying to write approximately 1,667 words each day between November 1 and November 30. There are no prizes if you reach your goal—just the satisfaction of knowing that you’ve completed the first draft of a novel (which to me sounds like the best prize of all for an aspiring writer). There’s no guarantee that the finished project will be brilliant, but it will certainly improve your writing skills and help you get motivated to focus and to dedicate more time to your writing. If you love to write but a novel sounds too daunting or there’s simply no extra time in your day, why not write a haiku a day, for a month? Or maybe sign up for You’re a Poet and Deep Down You Know It: A Beginner Poetry Workshop, a free in-person workshop with Yukon poet Joanna Lilley on Saturday, October 28, from 4–6 p.m. at the Whitehorse Public Library. To register, or if you have queries, send Joanna a direct message or email her at jo.lilley@rocketmail. com. The workshop is supported by the League of Canadian Poets and is “for anyone who’d like to find out more about poetry, pick up some writing tips and try some on-the-spot writing. It’s especially geared to beginners and we’ll spend some time outdoors by the Yukon River connecting with the world around us to get the creative juices going. All you need to bring is something to write on.”

Filmmaking

Maybe your creative aspirations are more cinematic and you’ve always dreamt of making a movie. In that case, the annual Yukon 48 Hour Film Challenge may be exactly the push you need to get going. Films are to be a maximum of five minutes long and may be of any genre. The compe-

great source of creative inspiration. The Blue Feather Music Festival is taking place on November 3-4 featuring performances from Nick Gilder & Sweeney Todd, Digging Roots, Sarah MacDougall, and others. Head to yukontickets.com/TheatreManager/1/ tmEvent/tmEvent2676.html to see if tickets are still available.

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Add colour to your life with a new hobby or a creative outlet tition starts at 5:30 p.m. on October 20, at which time a “key” will be revealed that you will be required to incorporate into your short film (physically, verbally, etc.). Hand in or send in a link of your completed short by 5:30 p.m. on October 22 and your entry might be chosen as a winner and screened at the 2024 Dawson City International Short Film Festival and the 2024 Available Light Film Festival. For more information and to register, go to yukonfilmsociety.com/schedule/2023-yukon48-hour-film-challenge. Other upcoming filmmakingrelated events in Whitehorse include a Directing Workshop with Valerie Buhagiar on October 28 and 29 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Yukonstruct (get your ticket at yukonfilmsociety.com/production/education/directing-workshop), and a Screenwriting Workshop with Daniel Janke on November 4 and 5 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Yukonstruct (yukonfilmsociety.com/production/education/ screenwriting-workshop).

Enjoying Music

Social activities inevitably tend to decrease in the North at this time of year. It’s just easier to stay at home sometimes instead of cleaning off the icy windshield of your car, bundling up in several layers of warm clothes and heading out in the darkness. Humans are social creatures, however, whether we like to admit it or not, and the isolation in the cold months of the year can take its toll. Many creative activities, such as writing, painting, knitting and woodworking, are solitary pursuits and act as yet another excuse to not get out of the house. Music can be made alone, too, but often is so much better when created with and enjoyed with others. I love watching videos and livestreams of the Toronto-based musical choir, Choir! Choir! Choir! Founded over 12 years ago by Daveed Goldman and Nobu Adilman, as a weekly drop-in singing event, it’s become incredibly popular; and the two of them travel around the world, now, sharing their enthusiasm and love for music with audiences (who then become the choir). Maybe someday they’ll come to the Yukon (they have a couple of shows in Alaska next month), but in the meantime, I urge you to check out any of their numerous videos on YouTube and to pay special attention to the expressions on the faces of the audience/choir. Music (like all things creative) has a way of making us feel alive, of lighting up parts of us that we’ve forgotten about, and of reminding us of what it means to be human. Maybe you love to sing in the shower and have wondered what it would feel like to join your voice together with the voices of others. Maybe you used to sing as a child, but life convinced you to silence your voice since then. Why not get together with some friends and make some music? Maybe start your own choir or reach out to existing ones like the Whitehorse Community Choir and the Whitehorse Pop Choir, to see when they’ll be accepting new members. Hearing live music is also a

Creativity can also blossom in the kitchen. Maybe you take pleasure in exploring and trying out new recipes and sharing the results with friends and family? Or perhaps you’ve always wished to be more culinarily capable but fear that you’re destined to order take-out for the rest of your life? Why not dig out your favourite cookbook or tune in to a cooking show for a boost of encouragement and let your inner chef come out to play. I’m currently enjoying Big Sky Kitchen with Eduardo Garcia, and Erin French’s The Lost Kitchen—but there are countless food and cooking shows available to draw inspiration from on TV, as well as on various streaming platforms. If you’d like to take your cooking to the next level in a more in-person, local way, why not reach out to the Yukon’s own Well Bread Cooking School? They are currently offering in-home lessons as well as classes for groups of people (six or more) who all know each other. Check out their website, wellbread. ca/. You can also look them up on Facebook or send them an email at chef@wellbread.ca.

Upcoming creative options

 Beginner Sewing—Sew A Tote Bag Workshop at Yukonstruct on Thursday, October 19, from 6–8 p.m. Go to yukonstruct.com/ event/beginner-sewing-sew-atote-bag/ for more information.  Learn the basics of woodworking at the six-week-long Weekend Woodworking Maker Academy at Yukonstruct every Sunday from October 22–November 26, 9 a.m.–12 p.m. Go to yukonstruct. c o m / e v e n t / m a k e r- a c a d e m y weekend-woodworking/ for more information.  Make Halloween costumes using recycled materials, with Nicole Bauberger, on Friday, October 27, from 5:30–8:30 p.m. at Raven ReCentre. Reserve your spot at eventbrite.ca/e/halloween-costume-workshop-with-nicole-bauberger-tickets-731358542087?aff= ehometext.  One Night Pottery Class: Hand Building Mug/Cup, with Kin Work Pottery, on November 15 from 6:30–9 p.m. at the Creative Initiatives Warehouse. Reserve your spot at eventbrite.ca/e/potteryclass-hand-building-mugcup-onenight-tickets-728359281217?aff=e bdssbdestsearch. n

“You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have.”

– Maya Angelou

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October 18, 2023 column with

Miche Genest

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

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The hunters are returning, the leaves have gone and there’s snow in them hills —it’s the season for big pots of stock simmering on the stove, filling the house with warm, delicious smells. And then, once the stock is ready, don’t you just crave a classic moose stew? Or moose bourguignon, or goulash, or French onion soup—at this time of year, we cooks say, “Hunters, bring back those bones!” MOOSE STOCK Ingredients: • 5 lbs moose bones • 6 quarts water • 1 pint red wine or pure apple juice • 1 large onion, cut into eighths • 2 large carrots, cut into quarters • 2 stalks celery, with leaves, cut in half • 5 bay leaves • 10 black peppercorns • 10 juniper berries, squashed to release ﬂavour • 1 star anise pod • 1 Tbsp dried thyme • 1 Tbsp dried rosemary Preparation: 1. Saw bones into pieces, as necessary, to fit your largest stock pot. Soak bones in cold water for 15 minutes, to remove impurities. 2. Preheat oven to 400 F. Remove bones from pot, pat dry and arrange on a large baking tray and roast until browned, about 20 minutes. Add bones to the stock pot and pour in water—bones should be covered by at least 1 inch. 3. Cover pot and turn burner to high heat. The water will take a while to boil. 4. On the same pan you used to roast meat, arrange vegetable pieces. Toss to coat with any fat left in the pan. 5. Roast until just browned, about 20 minutes. Set aside. 6. Keep an eye on the pot of bones and skim off any scum that rises to the surface—as the water nears boiling, the scum will rise more rapidly. Keep skimming until you’ve removed as much as possible. 7. Once the water is boiling and the liquid is as clear as you

Moose Stew can get it (don’t sweat it too much), add the vegetables and all the seasonings. Bring to a boil once more and reduce heat to medium-low. 8. Remove the cover. Simmer the pot for 8 hours (a wood stove is ideal for this task) until the stock has reduced by about 4 inches. *The aim is to have as slow a simmer as possible: that is, one large bubble just barely breaking the surface. 9. Once stock is done, remove bones with a pair of tongs and place in a bowl. This will make pouring the stock through a strainer easier. (My dog loves the scraps of meat t h a t come off the bones, with the fat removed. He would love the fat, too, but he is denied that treat for his own health, though he is not in agreement.) 10. Pour stock through a strainer into several large bowls, to cool as rapidly as possible. (I put mine on the porch with a screen overtop.) 11. Once stock has cooled, skim

off fat—save it if you think you will use it, or discard in the compost. Pour stock into containers with lids and freeze. Use in soups, stews, gravies, sauces, or just enjoy it on its own. Makes about 6 quarts. CLASSIC MOOSE STEW Ingredients: • 3 lbs moose stew meat, cleaned of gristle and silver skin, cut into 1-inch pieces • 2 tsp rosemary • 2 tsp tarragon • 1 tsp kosher salt • 1 tsp black pepper • 4 Tbsp ﬂour • 1 Tbsp finely ground espresso • 2 Tbsp olive oil (more as necessary) • 2 Tbsp butter (more as necessary) • 1 large onion • 3 cloves garlic • 4 medium tomatoes • 4 cups moose stock • 2 cups red wine or 1 3/4 cups

pure apple juice and 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar Vegetables (to be added for last 45 minutes of cooking) • 3 medium carrots • 3 stalks celery • 4 medium potatoes • 2 Tbsp butter • 2 Tbsp ﬂour • 1/2 cup red wine or pure apple juice Preparation: 1. Preheat oven to 300 F. Toss moose meat chunks with herbs and salt and pepper, using your hands to massage seasonings into meat. Whisk ﬂour and espresso together, sprinkle overtop of the meat and toss again to thoroughly combine. 2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large ovenproof casserole over medium heat. Once oil is shimmering, sauté meat in batches, turning once or twice so that it’s evenly browned. As each batch is finished, remove to a bowl and reserve.

3. Once all the meat is cooked, add onion to the same pot and add more oil and butter if needed. Add a splash of red wine and stir to loosen any browned bits stuck to the pan. 4. Sauté until onions are soft and translucent, about 7 minutes. Add garlic and cook for another 2 minutes. 5. Return the meat to the pot, add stock and red wine and stir thoroughly to combine. 6. Cover and bring to a simmer. Once simmering, transfer the pot to the oven and cook for 2 1/2 hours. 7. While meat is cooking, prepare vegetables. Chop carrots, celery and potatoes into chunks about the same size as the meat. Heat oil and butter in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add all the vegetables to the pan and cook for about 5 minutes, just enough to soften the edges. 8. Sprinkle ﬂour overtop and stir to combine. Add red wine and stir—the liquid will thicken right away. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly to prevent sticking. Remove pan from heat. 9. Once meat has cooked for 2 1/2 hours, bring pot out of the oven, uncover and stir in the vegetables, getting right to the bottom of the pot to distribute evenly. 10. Cover and return the pot to the oven. Cook for another 45 minutes until potatoes are tender. Taste and add more salt and pepper as necessary. If the sauce needs a little brightening, stir in a teaspoon of apple cider vinegar. Serve at once with some hearty sourdough bread, pasta or polenta. Makes about 2 quarts. n

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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.

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

ANOTHER SUCCESSFUL SEASON OF SUMMER MUSIC OUTDOORS A summer’s worth of free noon-hour concerts at the Front Street Gazebo has come to an end for the third year in a row

Mitchell Lorne Melvin (June 9)

The gazebo area makes a natural performance space

The Rubies: Clair Ness and Friends (July 14)

Sarah Jane Scouten (July 7)

his year, the fun began in early June and concluded on August 25 with Gordie Tentrees. His performance was the only one forced indoors by weather this year, but he didn’t mind as it gave him the chance to enjoy the acoustics of the Palace Grand Theatre. Two summers back, inclement weather forced him to entertain from the sheltered space in front of the CFYT 106.9 FM home base on Queen Street, with his audience on the boardwalk, so

this was a much better deal. The gazebo faces a natural area for an audience to sit, either on the log rim that defines the space or on the slight hillside that leads up to the garden space where there are some benches as well. With the sound system active, the music is loud enough to attract people from across Front Street or just down the block. If the audience starts out small, it has generally grown substantially by halfway through the set.

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People who were too busy to come in person were able to tune in to a broadcast version on CFYT FM. The radio station was one of the sponsors, along with the Klondike Visitors Association, the Klondike Institute of Arts and Culture, the Yukon 125 Fund, the City of Dawson, and Parks Canada. Guest artists included local performers, as well as folks from out of town. It was not unusual for those to have side gigs at Bombay Peggy’s, the Westminster Hotel, the Midnight Sun Hotel and even full concerts in the KIAC (Klondike Institute of Art and Culture) Ballroom, the next evening. The gazebo was not the only site for outdoor music. There were several concerts at the outdoor stage by the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Community Hall during the 25th Anniversary of Tr’ondëk

Kevin Barr and Boyd Benjamin (July 14)

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Moe Dunn plays at Diamond Tooth Gerties each night (August 4)

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Klondikers (August 19)

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WHAT’S NEXT FOR THE YUKON LITERACY COALITION?

The YLC turned a dark, windowless storage room into a space for families to play and learn together

The Yukon Literacy Coalition has announced that its space at the Canada Games Centre (the Family Literacy Centre) will no longer be available to us as of November 10, 2023

he Yukon Literacy Coalition (YLC)’s team was sad to break the news that after more than a decade of providing a safe space for all Yukon families to gather, learn and play at their Family Literacy Centre in the Can-

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Rest & Restore-Meditative Yin 8:30 PM Avalanche Athletics Suitable for all levels, offering variations and props to support individual needs. Bringing a yoga mat, comfortable clothing, water bottle and block are recommended.

Tuesdays Strength for the Endurance Athlete 6:00 AM & 12:00 PM Northern Strength Academy Join our supportive running community and hone your technique, speed and pace with the Yukon’s top endurance coach. Inclusive for all levels. Séances de yoga 8:00 AM Yoga-Yoga Nidra 5:45 PM 7th Ray Studio Awaken and then release as we delve into a one hour yoga class that will prepare us to melt into the 30 minute Yoga Nidra experience. Register online. Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts 6:00 AM Yoga with Barbara until Oct 24 10:00 AM Whitehorse United Church Use side door All Levels Yoga. Email bfraingower@gmail.com Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - drilling Eight Days Martial Arts 12:05 AM Lunchtime Fitness Classes 12:15 PM Northern Strength Academy Tuesdays classes are more resistance and strength focused and Thursday classes more HIIT cardio. Drop in & passes are available. Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Thursdays & Fridays Eight Days Martial Arts 4:45 PM & 6:00 PM Strength &amp; Conditioning 5:30 PM Northern Strength Academy Exercise to suit your fitness level and Strength & Conditioning Goals. Learn to Squat, Deadlift, Bench Press, Row and Olympic Lift https:// northernstrength.ca/ Midnight Sun Fencing Club: Learn to Fence 6:00 PM Grey Mountain Primary School This class introduces the fundamentals of fencing to kids who have never tried fencing. All classes are at Grey Mountain Primary. Midnight Sun Fencing Club: Intermediate 7:30 PM Grey Mountain Primary School This class picks up from where Learn to Fence ends. In this class students are taught fencing technique, strategy, and fitness. Salsa and Bachata – Beginner and Intermediate Classes 7:30 PM Heart of Riverdale Community Centre A fun and person-centered class, including switching partners will be encouraged to promote communication & further learning open to couples or singles. Email salsayukon@gmail.com to register and for info

Line Dancing - Beginner 1:00 PM Experienced 2:00 PM Golden Age Society Come early, bring water, and wear comfortable, smooth soled indoor shoes. For further information call or text 867-333-4566. Line Dancing - Beginner 1:00 PM Golden Age Society Come early, bring water, and wear comfortable, smooth soled indoor shoes. For more info call/text 333-4566. https://www. goldenageyukon.com/blank-6 Line Dancing - Experienced 2:00 PM Golden Age Society Come early, bring water, and wear comfortable, smooth soled indoor shoes. For more info call/text 333-4566. https://www. goldenageyukon.com/blank-6 NSA Spin Classes 4:15 PM Northern Strength Academy NSA offers Indoor Cycling classes with certified instructors Adrienne Marsh and Maria Wise. Improve your conditioning and strength on the bike! https:// northernstrength.ca/ Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts 6:00 PM Stretch & Stabilize - Functional Conditioning 8:15 PM Avalanche Athletics Purposeful movement with our Functional Conditioning non-yoga movement class. Stretch & Stabilize - Functional Conditioning http:// amitieyoga.ca Thursdays Strength for the Endurance Athlete 6:00 AM & 12:00 PM Northern Strength Academy Join our supportive running community and hone your technique, speed and pace with the Yukon’s top endurance coach. Inclusive for all levels Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Tuesdays Eight Days Martial Arts 6:00 AM Tai Chi for Seniors & Mondays 10:00 AM Golden Age Society Come early, bring water, and wear comfortable, smooth soled indoor shoes. Lunchtime Fitness Classes & Tuesday 12:00 PM Northern Strength Academy Tuesdays classes are more resistance and strength focused and Thursday classes more HIIT cardio. Drop in & passes are available. https://bit.ly/3oiTBVz Noon Hatha Yoga until Dec 7 12:00 PM Grace Space Relax, energize and leave with more mental and physical space and capacity! Register online. http://cuts2.com/gmGhI No-Gi Jiu Jitsu - drilling Eight Days Martial Arts 12:05 PM

No-Gi Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts 7:30 PM

Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Tuesdays & Fridays Eight Days Martial Arts 4:45 PM & 6:00 PM

Wednesdays

Drop-In Zumba with Indiana 5:45 PM 7th Ray Studio Zumba routines incorporate interval training, alternating fast and slow rhythms, to help improve cardiovascular fitness. Register Online.

Muay Thai Kickboxing 6:00 AM Eight Days Martial Arts Muay Thai Kickboxing full body workout. Zumba with Bonita 10:00 AM 7th Ray Studio Zumba routines incorporate interval training — alternating fast and slow rhythms — to help improve cardiovascular fitness. Register online. Ladies Kickboxing 12:05 PM Eight Days Martial Arts Muay Thai Kickboxing full body workout.

Midnight Sun Fencing Club: Adult Beginner 7:00 PM Grey Mountain Primary School If you are looking to learn fencing as an adult. In this class students are taught fencing technique, strategy, and fitness.

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ACTIVE AND WELLNESS EVENTS... ... cont’d Fridays Drop-In Yoga 5:45 PM 7th Ray Studio Practice Yin and Hatha yoga in this class, align, strengthen and promote flexibility in the mind and body. Register online. http://cuts2. com/FInTZ Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts 6:00 AM NSA Spin Classes 6:30 AM Northern Strength Academy NSA offers Indoor Cycling classes with certified instructors Adrienne Marsh and Maria Wise. Improve your conditioning and strength on the bike! https://northernstrength.ca/ Yoga Classes at Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs & Saturdays & Sundays 10:15 AM Yoga mats are provided. Booking options that include yoga classes alone and yoga with discounted entrance to Eclipse are available. eclipsenordichotsprings.ca/yogaclasses Lunchtime Mat Class – Drop in 12:00 PM Velvet Antlers Productions This class will take you through a flowing series stretches intended to increase length and mobility, along with some light core conditioning. A great way to transition from work time to YOU time. https://bit. ly/3jPb9pX Muay Thai Kickboxing Eight & Mondays Days Martial Arts 12:05 PM The art of 8 limbs, Muay Thai Kickboxing has proven itself to be the go to striking style of many martial arts champions. Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Tuesdays & Thursdays Eight Days Martial Arts 4:45 PM & 6:00 PM No-Gi Jiu Jitsu - teen classes Eight Days Martial Arts 6:00 PM Muay Thai Kickboxing 7:30 PM Eight Days Martial Arts Muay Thai Kickboxing full body workout. Saturdays Flow & Fly – Vinyasa Yoga 8:30 AM Avalanche Athletics A dynamic and invigorating practice is designed to awaken your inner strength and leave you feeling revitalized and empowered. All levels, Bring yoga mat, comfortable clothing, water bottle and block are recommended. http://amitieyoga.ca Saturday Morning Strength and Conditioning 10:15 AM Northern Strength Academy Fullbody movements to improve functional strength. Suitable for all levels and aligns with NSA’s strength programming. https:// northernstrength.ca/

Thu Oct 19 Birth Stories + Mini Fair 7:00 PM Old Fire Hall An amazing night of live storytelling, be inspired, moved, and maybe learn something new, Meet local businesses and services at our mini fair, enjoy mocktails and treats & connect with other parents and parents-to-be. http://cuts2.com/ Renng Sat Oct 21 Root and Rise 5:00 AM Boréale Explorers & Boréale Ranch A sacred space where you can surrender to the wisdom of the seasons and rediscover the resilient light within you. Register online. https://fb-consulting.ca/retreats/ Tue Oct 24 ARKA Brotherhood Men’s Circle: Info Session 7:00 PM Whitehorse Propel your life forward, build friendships, and practice showing up better in life? Come meet the men of Porcupine Squad and learn how a weekly men’s circle can transform your life. Register online. https:// whatsupyukon.events/arka Sat Oct 28 Sound Journey 7:00 PM 7th Ray Studio Sound healing can help you clear energetic blockages and thus facilitate healing on a physical and mental level. Register online. http://cuts2.com/jJzGN Monthly

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

Mindfulness Group Sessions 5:30 PM Grace Space Drop-ins welcome, use journaling, creation, movement and relaxation to practice mindfulness. Email info@ gracespaceyukon.com for more info. Arka Brotherhood: Men’s Circle 6:30PM A weekly, confidential, structured space where we support ourselves and each other to move beyond self-sabotaging behaviors and self-limiting beliefs, find our edge and grow beyond our comfort zones, and connect to our best selves. More info: mjvernon@gmail. com 335-2496 Narcotics Anonymous Meetings 7:00 PM Inclusion Yukon Overeaters Anonymous Meeting 7:30 PM Overeaters Anonymous For more information contact oayukon@ gmail.com for more information No Puffin Big Book Study (C, A) 8:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral (Hellaby Hall)

2nd Wednesday and last Friday Blood Collection and Lab Work 9:00 AM Queer Yukon Society The Cache Blood Work and Lab Collection Clinic! We will provide regular clinics for blood collection & lab requisitions

Thursdays

Porter Creek Step Meeting (C) 8:00 PM Our Lady of Victory

Sally and Sisters 11:30 AM Whitehorse United Church A welcoming environment where women and their children can enjoy a hot meal. AA “Joy of Living Group” (O) 12:00 PM 305 Wood St. Captain Martin House

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Fridays

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Life Ahead (O, A) 7:00 PM 509 Hanson St. Held in person or by zoom – ID 251-363-5766, call 778907-2701 for more info.

AA “Joy of Living Group” (O) 12:00 PM 305 Wood St. Captain Martin House Yukon Unity Group (O) 1:30 PM Online Zoom ID 482-518-9588 PC 334796 call 778-907-2971 for more info.

Narcotics Anonymous Meetings 7:00 PM Yukon Employees Union

Sally and Sisters 11:30 AM Whitehorse United Church A welcoming environment where women and their children can enjoy a hot meal.

Al-Anon 7:00 PM Trinity Lutherin Church Al‑Anon is a mutual support program for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking.

AA “Joy of Living Group” (O) 12:00 PM 305 Wood St. Captain Martin House

Whitehorse Group (C, A) 8:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral

AA UglyDuckling Group (C/M, NS) 8:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral New members always welcome, this is a non smoking group.

Saturdays

AA New Beginnings Group (OM, NS) 8:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral

Ugly Ducklings Group (O,A) 8:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral Held in person or by zoom – ID 251-3635766, call 778-907-2701 for more info.

Yoga Classes at Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs & Fridays & Saturdays 10:15 AM Yoga mats are provided. Booking options that include yoga classes alone and yoga with discounted entrance to Eclipse are available. eclipsenordichotsprings. ca/yoga-classes

TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly) 8:00 PM 100 25 Firth Rd Want to improve or maintain a healthy weight? Join us! Every Wednesday morning. Call or text 867-334-1725 for more details

WELLNESS LISTINGS

Wednesdays

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Tuesdays

NSA Spin Classes 10:00 AM Northern Strength Academy NSA offers Indoor Cycling classes with certified instructors Adrienne Marsh and Maria Wise. Improve your conditioning and strength on the bike! https://northernstrength.ca/

Ranger Tidying Réduire Decluttering Organiser Organizing Nancy 867 335-5817 1drawer.at.a.time@gmail.com

Polar Group (O, A) 7:30 PM 311 Elliott St. & 4th Ave. Held in person or on zoom, Zoom ID 251-363-5766, call 778-907-2701 for more info.

No-Gi Jiu Jitsu - drilling Eight Days Martial Arts 12:05 PM

Circus Sundays 10:00 AM Avalanche Athletics We will have equipment for people to try out, including stilts, juggling stuff, aerial silks, aerial hoop, static trapeze, spinny things, balance things…

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Sally and Sisters 11:30 AM Whitehorse United Church A welcoming environment where women and their children can enjoy a hot meal.

New Beginnings Group (O, A) 8:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral (Hellaby Hall)

Sundays

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Al-Anon 12:00 PM Sport Yukon Al‑Anon is a mutual support program for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking.

Yoga Classes at Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs & Fridays & Sundays 10:15 AM Yoga mats are provided. Booking options that include yoga classes alone and yoga with discounted entrance to Eclipse are available. eclipsenordichotsprings. ca/yoga-classes

Open Mat Eight Days Martial Arts 12:05 PM

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AA “Joy of Living Group” (O) 12:00 PM 305 Wood St. Captain Martin House

1st and 3rd Wednesday QYS Peer Support Nights 5:00 PM Queer Yukon Society The Cache We want to provide a space where parents and guardians of 2SLGBTQIA+ youth can find connection and support from their peers.

Mondays

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TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly) 8:00 AM 100 Lambert St. Common Room Want to improve or maintain a healthy weight? Join us! Every Wednesday morning. Call or text 867-334-1725 for more details

Community Kitchen 4:00 PM 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.

Detox Meeting (O, A) 1:00 PM 609 Steele St.1:00 PM Yukon Unity Group (O) 1:00 PM Online Zoom ID 482-518-9588 PC 334796 call 778-907-2971 for more info. Hospital Meeting 7:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral

Clayton’s CAR CARE Tips

HOW ARE THINGS UNDER THE HOOD OF YOUR CAR? Have you had a look under your hood, how are your fluid levels, what about your belts and hoses. Most owners manuals show you where to check fluids at, if you have to add any fluids make sure they are the ones for your car. The belts and hoses are sometimes a little harder to check, if you are unable to check them or have any questions, take your car to your mechanic so they can have a look at it for you.

Sundays Detox Meeting (O, A)1:00 PM 609 Steele St. Yukon Unity Group 1:00 PM Online By zoom – Zoom ID 482-518-9588 PC 334796 For more info call 778907-2971 Narcotics Anonymous Meetings 7:00 PM Inclusion Yukon Hospital Meeting (O, A) 7:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral (Hellaby Hall)

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Until Nov 18 Yukon Prize 2023 Exhibit YAC Yukon Arts Centre showcases six Yukon artists selected for the prize. Mediums range from Indigenous beadwork and fashion to soundscapes, drawing, painting, graphic novels and photography.

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Until Nov 18 Unmined Territory YAC Yukon Arts Centre This collaboration of The Yukon Anti-Poverty Coalition & GBP Creative provides a unique opportunity to connect with often-unexplored stories of the Yukon. Until Dec 5 Matri Archs – Contemporary and Traditional Perspectives Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Held in the Nude Nju Ku Gallery Space. Until Dec 31 Francophone Community Over Time La communauté francophone au fil du temps. AFY Building A journey through the evolution of the Francophone community’s involvement in Yukon society. Until Spring 2024 Out in the Open – En Plein Art The Jim Smith Building An exhibition celebrating the 2023 acquisitions of the Yukon Permanent Art Collection.

Whitewater Wednesday Night Jam 7:00 PM The Local Bar An open mic kinda show and all you have to do is bring in your instrument, find Jack and/or Peggy and we’ll set you up! No need to be shy. Ginger Jam 7:00 PM Lefty’s Well Live DJs - Thursday Throwdown 9:00 PM The Local Bar. Saturdays Live Music at Whiskey Jacks 7:00 PM Whiskey Jacks Pub & Grill At Whiskey Jack’s every Saturday. whiskeyjacks.ca/ Mondays Live Music Mondays at Whiskey Jacks 7:00 PM Whiskey Jacks Pub & Grill Patrick Jacobson at Whiskey Jack’s every Monday with a weekly “feature performer” for the last set. whiskeyjacks.ca/ Sat Oct 21 Victoria Piano Quartet 7:30 PM YAC Yukon Arts Centre An engaging, colorful, and versatile combination of instrumentalists, with musical repertoire spanning from the mid-18 century to our time https://www.yukontickets.com

Tue Oct 24 Great Lake Swimmers 7:00 PM YAC Yukon Arts Centre Toronto based and critically acclaimed indie-folk group led by songwriter/vocalist Tony Dekker with a revolving backing band. Tickets online. http://cuts2.com/JDtnO Whitehorse Events

GENERAL EVENTS Monthly 2nd & 4th Mondays Service Officer 7:00 AM Royal Canadian Legion Whitehorse An invite to all Veterans, Police and First responders for the service hour at the Legion, socialise and find out what is going on. https://bit.ly/3Lm40ZG First Thursdays QYS Charmed Stitches 2:00 PM Queer Yukon Society The Cache Fiber crafts night. Bring your knitting, crochet, beading, sewing, stitching, etc, to The Cache to sit and stitch with other queer crafters. Second Thursday QYS Movie Nights 5:00 PM Queer Yukon Society The Cache Last Thursdays Repair Cafe 6:00 PM Yukonstruct Makespace Bring it in and see if it is fixable using soldering irons, multimeters, and other tools. This easy introduction to electronics and small home appliance repair is a useful evening of DIY learning that you can take home.

2nd Thursday Music Trivia 7:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Come on out and test your music knowledge! Teams of no more than 6 people. 3rd Saturday solstice haiku discussion group 3:00 PM Autumn leaves ablaze - fall portrays - Nature’s fiery phase. A monthly meeting to discuss haiku poetry. https://kjmunro1560.wordpress.com/ Last Friday Friday Night Karaoke 7:30 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 The last Friday of the month come practise your high and low notes or just watch! For members or signed in guests. https://bit. ly/3XJbTw4 Every 2nd Friday TGIF Dinner 6:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Every 2nd Friday, tickets to be bought in person at legion throughout the week leading up to dinner. No tickets at the door day of. Weekly Mondays Play Pool 1:00 PM Golden Age Society Becoming more limber and agile in your movements through playing billiards is a great benefit. Play Whist 1:30 PM Golden Age Society Classic English trick-taking card game

which was widely played in the 18th and 19th centuries. Although the rules are simple, there is scope for strategic play Mtg: Competitive Commander 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles Womens Bible Study 6:00pm Women’s Bible Study. Refreshments are served followed by the study. For more info check out www.mountainview.church or email rachel@mountainview.church. 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 Tuesdays Café de l’amitié 2:00 PM Association franco-yukonnaise (AFY) Le Café de l’amitié est un rendez-vous hebdomadaire et une occasion de rassemblement pour les francophones de 50 ans et plus. Language Skills for Ukrainians 5:15 PM Yukon Learn A discussion group workshop provides a relaxed and friendly environment where learners can practise and learn English conversation skills.

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WHITEHORSE EVENTS... ... cont’d Weekly Shuffleboard Tournament 6:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 For members and signed in guests. A double knockout style competition and games are limited to 6 ends or 15 minutes Chess Club 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles Love Chess? Want to learn? Looking for Competition? Join us! SuperSmash Bros, Mtg: Commander 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles

Crib 1:00 PM Golden Age Society Cribbage is an easy game to learn but hard to master. For more info call 6685538. 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.

10 Card Crib - Members & Signed In Guests 6:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Whether you are a seasoned crib player or a beginner, come play! Learn tips and tricks and have some fun! https://bit.ly/3KP0B5s

Pathfinder Role-Playing Game for Youth 3:30 PM Whitehorse Public Library Pathfinder Roleplaying Game. Find out what role playing games are all about! Registration is encouraged, but drop-ins are always welcome.

Wednesdays

Mtg: Pioneer, YuGiOh Casual 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles

Spanish Conversation Group 12:00 PM Whitehorse United Church Casual, no lessons, just conversations. Wednesdays noon, info Louise call 687-7238 or Michele 867-333-6081. Texas Hold’ Em 6:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 For signed in members and guests. Bragging rights! Spanish Conversation 12:00 PM Whitehorse United Church Call 333-6081 for more info. Anglican Holy Communion – Whitehorse 12:10 PM Christ the Church Cathedral The Book of Common Prayer, 2nd Wednesday of the month Mtg: Modern, Warhammer Age of Sigmar 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles Thursdays Public Speaking Training Toastmasters 12:00 PM Northwestel Building Guests are always welcome. There are many roles to learn at Toastmasters. Practice 2 minute table topics Anglican Thursday at the Cathedral 12:10 PM Christ the Church Cathedral Bring a lunch (Book of Alternative Services) QYS Drop-in 2:00 PM Queer Yukon Society & The Cache Mtg: casual Commander, Warhammer 40k & Kill Team 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles Mountainview Church Community Group 7:00 PM 16 years or older? Mountainview Church Community Group! We’ll share some snacks and talk about what the bible has to say about discipleship. Fridays Yukon Amateur Radio Association Coffee Discussion Group 8:45 AM A&W Restaurant Hams from outside the Yukon and those interested are welcome to join us in this casual event. Coffee & Chat 11:00 AM Golden Age Society Coffee and chat is a way to connect with your community, develop friendships, and have fun.

Saturdays Pokemon, Mtg: Youth Magic, Lorcana 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles Sundays Mountainview Church Sunday Service 9:30 AM Church In The Building 9:30 AM, 11AM or Church At Home 7 AM, 9:30 AM, 11 AM Mountainviewwhitehorse.ca/Watch Clothing Room 10:00 AM Whitehorse Church of the Nazarene Free of charge to anyone and everyone Whitehorse United Church Worship Service 10:30 AM a caring community of faith, based on a foundation of Biblical teaching and spiritual truth Secondhand Clothing Bizarre 2:00 PM Whitehorse Seventh-Day Adventist Church Clean clothes needed and donations accepted if in good condition. Please call before dropping clothes off and for more info 633-3463. Sunday Gatherings 3:00 PM The Northern Collective Church Wed Oct 18 Project Management Essentials - Part 1 9:00 AM Yukon University In this 2-day workshop, comprehensive foundation of Project Management competencies for personal skills development and to help you move your company. Register online. http:// cuts2.com/QoFrt Wed Oct 18 Author Reading: Natalie Pendergast 6:00 PM Whitehorse Public Library Wed Oct 18 Scrapper 6:00 PM Yukon Theatre Georgie, a dreamy 12-year-old girl, lives happily alone in her London flat, filling it with magic. Suddenly, her estranged father turns up and forces her to confront reality. Tickets online or at the box office. https://whatsupyukon. events/4nt Wed Oct 18 Mount Sima Community Cafe 6:30 PM Mount McIntyre Recreation Centre Share ideas for a vibrant future at Grey Mountain Room. Enjoy refreshments, prizes, and season pass pickup! Mount Sima Community Cafe https://whatsupyukon.events/sima-cafefd6b71 Whitehorse Events

Wed Oct 18 Dumb Money 8:00 PM Yukon Theatre Based on the insane true story of everyday people who flipped the script on Wall Street and got rich by turning GameStop into the world’s hottest company. Tickets online or at the box office. https://whatsupyukon.events/d5d. Thu Oct 19 Pathfinder Role-Playing Game for Youth Whitehorse Public Library 3:30 PM Pathfinder Roleplaying Game. Find out what role playing games are all about! Registration is encouraged, but drop-ins are always welcome. Custom Whitehorse Events Thu Oct 19 Beginner Sewing - Sew a Tote Bag 6:00 PM Yukonstruct Makespace Learn the anatomy of the domestic sewing machine including how to thread your machine and basic stitches. All supplies will be provided to sew 1 tote bag. Register online. https:// whatsupyukon.events/mdh Thu Oct 19 Make a Boho Wreath 6:00 PM The Mini Makerspace Create your very own beautiful Boho wreath. Cost includes all materials, Email yucreateinc@ gmail.com for more info. Thu Oct 19 Open Pit Theatre - Radio Silence 6:00 PM YAC Yukon Arts Centre Radio Silence is a fictional tale that takes place in Dawson City in the 1920s and 1940s, on the traditional territory of the Tr’ondek Hwech’in. Tickets online. http:// cuts2.com/sFYQR Thu Oct 19 Leo 8:00 PM Yukon Theatre A mild-mannered café owner becomes a local hero through an act of violence, which sets off repercussions with connections to an old life he left behind, shaking his newly constructed life to its very core. Tickets online or at the box office. https://whatsupyukon.events/iqe Fri Oct 20 2023 Yukon 48 Film Challenge 5:30 PM Yukon Theatre Participants will be given 48 hours from the time of start to hand in or send a link to download a final on Sunday. https:// whatsupyukon.events/x5y Fri Oct 20 The Exorcist: Believer 8:30 PM Yukon Theatre Since the death of his wife 12 years ago, Victor Fielding has raised their daughter, Angela on his own. When Angela and her friend Katherine disappear in the woods, days later with no memory, it unleashes a chain of evil events. Tickets online or at the box office. https://whatsupyukon.events/97e Sat Oct 21 Haunts and Holly Craft Fair 10:00 AM Jack Hulland Elementary School Something for everyone! Local craftspeople, artisan’s, bakers offering their wares of crafts, art, baking, home based businesses, jewellery, canned goods, and much, much more. http:// cuts2.com/BbaJU Sat Oct 21 solstice haiku discussion group 3:00 PM Autumn leaves ablaze - Whatsupyukon fall portrays - Nature’s fiery phase. A monthly meeting to discuss haiku poetry. https://kjmunro1560. wordpress.com/

Sun Oct 22 Pumpkins & Pints 12:00 PM Winterlong Brewing Co. Carve a pumpkin and enjoy some brews to help get in the Halloween Spirit. Pumpkins provided, bring your own tools and creativity. Family friendly event, admission with items to the food bank. https://whatsupyukon.events/ b6b8be Sun Oct 22 2023 Yukon 48 Film Challenge Screening 7:00 PM Yukon Theatre Watch the works of participants of the 48 Yukon Film Challenge. Sun Oct 22 – Wed Oct 25 The Exorcist: Believer 8:00 PM Yukon Theatre Since the death of his wife 12 years ago, Victor Fielding has raised their daughter, Angela on his own. When Angela and her friend Katherine disappear in the woods, days later with no memory, it unleashes a chain of evil events. Tickets online or at the box office. https://whatsupyukon.events/97e

Tuesdays Babynastics with Coach Naomi 10:15 AM Polarettes Gymnastics Club Babynastics is a semi-structured parent and tot class for new movers, all the way to age 5. Story Time 10:30 AM Whitehorse Public Library Join us for stories, songs & rhymes! A free drop-in program for children ages 0-5 and caregivers at Whitehorse Public Library Thursdays Babynastics with Coach Ewan 1:00 PM Polarettes Gymnastics Club Babynastics is a semi-structured parent and tot class for new movers, all the way to age 5. Saturdays

Mon Oct 23 & Tues Oct 24 Beetlejuice 6:00 PM Yukon Theatre The spirits of a deceased couple are harassed by an unbearable family that has moved into their home, and hire a malicious spirit to drive them out. Tickets online or at the box office. https://whatsupyukon.events/0ck

Drop-In 3:00 PM Polarettes Gymnastics Club enjoy the gym as a giant indoor play space. A great place to practise skills or just play and explore! Open gym is for members only

Tue Oct 24 testament et succession 6:00 PM Association franco-yukonnaise (AFY) Venez participer en personne ou en ligne à une séance d’information sur le testament et la succession en compagnie de l’avocate

Monthly

Tue Oct 24 Concert de P’tit Belliveau 7:30 PM Old Fire Hall P’tit Belliveau, cet artiste émergent néo-écossais qui vous transportera dans une ambiance à la fois éclectique et singulière.

KIDS & FAMILIES Monthly 1st & 3rd Saturdays Grades 5 - 7 Junior Youth Group 7:00 PM Mountainview Church Passionate about giving kids opportunities to have fun & make new friends, while teaching them about Jesus & His great love for our world https:// mountainview.church/connect/youth 2nd and 4th Saturdays Grade 8 - 12 High School Youth Group 7:00 PM Mountainview Church A positive place for your teen to hang out on the weekend. Take part in games and activities, learn about the Bible, and deepen faith. https:// mountainview.church/connect/youth Weekly Mondays Drop-In 9:00 AM Polarettes Gymnastics Gym Open to all ages – Children, youth, and teens must be accompanied by an adult. Babynastics with Coach Stephanie 9:30 AM Polarettes Gymnastics Club Babynastics is a semi-structured parent and tot class for new movers, all the way to age 5.

MEETINGS First Monday Klondike Snowmobile Association Board Meeting 7:00 PM Sport Yukon https://ksa.yk.ca/comingevents/ Thursdays Yukon Anti-Poverty Coalition Monthly Meeting 5:00 PM ZOOM Yukon Anti-Poverty Coalition for regular meeting. Everyone is welcome. Call Kathy 3349317 or info@yapc.ca for a zoom link or join us in person. https://yapc.ca/actions/ detail/yapcs-monthly-meetings Tue Oct 24 Athletics Yukon AGM 6:00 PM Sport Yukon Wed Oct 25 Friends of Mount Sima Society AGM 6:00 PM Mt Sima Friends of Mount Sima Society AGM: Discover the organisation’s activities and future plans at Mt. Sima. Join us! Fri Nov 03 Yukon Medical Association 2023 AGM 5:00 AM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre https://yukondoctors.ca/agm Sat Nov 04 Yukon Medical Association 2023 CPD Updates 5:00 AM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre https://yukondoctors.ca/agm

ONLINE EVENTS 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. Tuesdays Restorative Online Healing Circles 7:30 PM Online Check-in, Q&A, connect and feel the results. No experience necessary. Register online, or call 335-0078 or email alison@ alisonzeidler.com for more info.

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What’s next for the Yukon Literacy Coalition? ... cont’d from page 13 gramming and support they had at the Canada Games Centre,” said McPhee. “Any way the community can help us find and sustain this new space would be wonderful. We are open to any ideas.” The Family Literacy space in the CGC is not being used right now as the team packs up to move out. “The Family Literacy Centre was one of our most valued programs, but the Yukon Literacy Coalition offers many programs that are continuing,” McPhee assured. “The loss of the Family Literacy Centre, we hope, is temporary and we will have a new centre soon. In the meantime, Family Literacy programs are being offered at the Pioneer Hotel in Shipyards Park and through community outreach.” The YLC will be hosting a fare-

well party at the Family Literacy Centre’s current space on November 4 and invites everyone who has used the space over the years to stop by. Details of the event will be posted on the YLC Facebook page when they are finalized. “We loved creating a beautiful space in a dark, windowless storage room,” said McPhee. “We have had so many families come through. In partnership with the City of Whitehorse, we had grand celebrations including many Family Literacy Day events. The Family Literacy Centre welcomed thousands of families every year. We are grateful to have been gifted such a beautiful space from the City of Whitehorse for so many years.” To learn more about the YLC, visit yukonliteracy.com. n

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The YLC operates a Go For Literacy Bus that travels through the Yukon doing community outreach

new location and space unexpectedly.” Before the space in the CGC was the Family Literacy Centre, it was an empty storage room, McPhee continued, recounting how Allen Murray, a former Yukon Literacy Coalition employee, discovered the space and saw its potential. “In partnership with the City of Whitehorse, we made it into a warm, welcoming Family Literacy Centre,” McPhee said. “We added plumbing, a wheelchair lift, and had local artists paint murals on the walls. We added a library and several learning stations. We are very sad to lose this space.” The Yukon Literacy Coalition is a society that is dedicated to lifelong learning for all Yukoners, offering programs and services to northerners of all ages, cultures and walks of life. In addition to their Family Literacy programs, the organization develops Skills

for Success and employment programs, as well as Financial Literacy for adults and youth.They also operate a Go for Literacy Bus that travels the Yukon, and they deliver Family Literacy programming at the Pioneer Hotel and the Learning Garden in Shipyards Park. “Our programs are free and accessible to all Yukoners,” said McPhee. “They are delivered using a non-formal approach meeting Yukoners where they are at. The Family Literacy Centre in the CGC was vital to Yukon families because it offered a free, safe space for families to come together to learn and play.” With this recent news, the YLC is looking for a new place to reopen the Family Literacy Centre and new partnerships. “Our intention is to create a new, safe space for families to enjoy the same pro-

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TEAMWORK Team Eagle in the Yukon River Quest In early July, Victoria Gold was proud to represent in the 2023 Yukon River Quest with Team Eagle, which brought together eight Victoria Gold employees from various company departments to compete via canoe in this epic 715-kilometre paddle race on the Yukon River from Whitehorse to Dawson City. Post-race, the team agreed that the Yukon River Quest was one of the toughest, yet most rewarding experiences and that crossing the finish line would not have been possible without impeccable teamwork and support for one another as teammates. “We may not have been the fastest boat in the race, but we showed how the spirit of teamwork and collaboration can make anything achievable,” says Team Eagle representative Katie Chakhova and Victoria Gold Senior Regulatory Specialist. Race highlights included navigating Five Finger Rapids, crossing Lake Laberge, wildlife sightings along the route and that everyone was still smiling when reaching the finish line in Dawson City together. “We started the race as colleagues and ended it as friends,” continues Katie. “The friendships we forged along the way are the best part of working in a great team, whether that be at the Eagle Gold Mine or in a canoe. This race gave us a greater respect for the beauty of the Yukon and our shared responsibility for it.” “We are already making plans to return to the Yukon River Quest next year”. Adds Katie, “We are grateful to Victoria Gold for sponsoring our team to take on the Yukon River and can’t wait until next year’s race.”

Team Eagle in this year’s Yukon River Quest: Lucas Perron, Mine Engineer EIT; Ross Bagnell, Team Eagle Captain and Victoria Gold Coordinator, HLF Planning and Projects; Cascia Krolczyk, Human Resources Coordinator; Kyle Kirby, Operator 3-Blaster; Katie Chakhova, Senior Regulatory Specialist; Megan Gent, Mine EIT; Ben Widdowson, Environmental Coordinator; and, Aleisha Rocheleau, Mine Geologist. Team Eagle was supported by Victoria Gold’s Kelly Magnusson, Senior Administrative Coordinator and her partner Len Sloan.

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.