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That’s the word used to summarize the famous and funky log “skyscrapers” of downtown Whitehorse. In 1999, a heritage building report was created for the City of Whitehorse

by Midnight Arts, and the term whimsical is used to best describe both the two- and three-storey log structures on Lambert Street.

Built in the 1940s by Martin Berrigan (who was around 75 himself at the time!), and using a simple lap-notched log design, the buildings have remained much the same throughout the decades and are both a tourist draw and a cultural icon for the city. The structures have been photographed extensively, have appeared on letterhead and postcards, have been painted by equally-famous artists, were the headquarters for a federal party leader (and MP) and have even been incorporated into the nameplate of What’s Up Yukon.

Terry Atkins, of Griffiths Heating and Sheet Metal, is the current

the first apartment buildings in the Yukon,” he said, adding that the three-storey structure is probably better known than its two-storey sibling. “It’s the most photographed building in the Yukon.”

In addition to being the Yukon headquarters for NDP party leader Audrey McLaughlin and the first office of the fledgling entertainment publication What’s Up Yukon, Skyscraper Treasures was a long-time fixture in the smaller of the two buildings. The original sign from Yukoner Irene Pugh’s souvenir shop now hangs in a spacious room in Atkin’s home. He said Pugh had

owner and landlord of the historic buildings (which turned 75-yearscont’d on page 3 old in 2023).

Atkins said he purchased them two decades ago and has enjoyed them every day since.

When you look around his home in the Southern Lakes, you can appreciate his love for history, travel and, of course, all things Yukon, including the beloved log skyscrapers. Atkins has been collecting everything—from paintings to coffee mugs and photographs, to signage—all depicting the vintage buildings.

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storey building, allowing for the creation of a new rental unit. Of course, there have been modern interior upgrades—and upgrades to utilities, he added. One particularly interesting historical fact about the two buildings is that when they were constructed, the top units were accessible only by ladders as there were no stairs.

As for the projected lifespan of the buildings, there seems to be no slowing them down as they age gracefully. After the foundation additions, over 40 years ago, the buildings have seen little in the way of degradation (with the exception of a deliberate fire set in the upper unit of the twostorey building in 2010), and At-

kins agreed they could easily be around for another 75 years.

“They are pretty structurally sound,” he said.

For those interested in renting one of the units in either building,the need for a good amount of patience is probably the first thing to reconcile, as the apartments have never been empty while under Atkins’ ownership, with current tenants being offered the opportunity to move up to the higher floors should they desire. Currently, there is a long line of people who would love to call the log skyscrapers home.

“There’s a waiting list,” Atkins said with a chuckle. ■

and, of course, the iconic buildings were very Yukon-centric and fit into the WUY brand—literally.

“The logo was designed on a napkin,” she said, adding that it was inspired by the work of long-time artist Jim Robb. Beese said she had originally wanted Robb to design the logo but he was preoccupied with other work at the time.

So she worked with a designer to create the now easily recognizable logo for WUY, with a nod towards Robb and his work. “He was the inspiration,” she said.

Beese said that having the office space for the publication, and the logo in the name, just made sense.

“It’s iconic Yukon.”

Atkins said the buildings have been pretty much the same since their construction in 1947, with the exception of the addition of the concrete foundations in the 1970s that created a substantial space at the bottom of the three-

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An old colour photograph of the buildings on Lambert Street many items emblazoned with images of the log skyscrapers, which she sold to tourists who stopped by to see the famous structures over the years.

Many of those souvenirs can be seen at Atkins’ home, which is a veritable museum of log skyscraper paraphernalia depicting, in great detail, the various decades the buildings have existed. He said he wasn’t sure how that all came about but that items have just slowly accumulated over the years.

“I think it’s just because I like collecting stuff,” Atkins said with a grin.

When Tammy Beese, owner and publisher of What’s Up Yukon, was looking for an office space for the new magazine in 2005, she found exactly what she was looking for.

“When I set out to get my first office [one of] the log skyscraper [units] was for rent,” she said. The location was good

The iconic three-storey Log Skyscraper on Lambert Street in downtown Whitehorse is one of the most photographed buildings in all of the territory. It, along with its twostorey sibling, have housed artists, businesses, politicians and soldiers.

The two structures—which were the very first apartment buildings in the territory—turn 75 this year.

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uilt by Reverend Bowen in 1900, the Old Log Church has been a constant presence in Whitehorse. The building has been in continuous use for over 120 years, first as a church and community gathering space and now as a museum.

The Old Log Church Museum has a unique presence, as the building itself is an artifact. When people come to visit the museum, they are walking into a building that has welcomed “people from all walks of life, with a multitude of perspectives, for over 120 years,” said the director of the Old Log Church, Christine De Brabandere.

Step into the Old Log Church Museum and a sense of peace will greet you. The Old Log Church is primarily a museum, yet it does hold historic services in the summer. Preserved there is the atmosphere of spirit and peace. The Old Log Church and Rectory are among the oldest structures still standing in Whitehorse. Bishop William Carpenter Bompas (Rev. R.J. Bowen) had already constructed small log churches at Forty Mile and Dawson City. Bowen had the church built in just two months. The first service was held on October 7, 1900.

The church uses simple halflap log construction. Subsequent additions show the growth and development of the Old Log Church through improved craftsmanship and the incorporation of traditional church design features such as the sanctuary, vestry and baptistery. Bowen came to the Yukon in 1895. He began his ministry for the Anglican Church in the North as the Bishop of the Diocese of Athabasca, in 1865. He came from England to minister in the wilderness with his wife, Selina. By 1891, their work had resulted in the appointment of William Bompas as the first Bishop of Selkirk, the district which encompassed the Yukon. His refusal to accept the rapidly deteriorating conditions of the First Nations of the Yukon, as white prospectors moved in, would eventually result in the arrival of the North-West Mounted Police in the territory.

Before the Old Log Church was built, the first church services in Whitehorse were held in a tent structure with the rector and his wife living in a tent. The log church was built by October 1900.

During the winter of 1900, the forward portion, which now con-

tains the chancel and sanctuary, was partitioned and used by the missionary and his wife as their living quarters until the completion of the rectory in 1901. The bell tower was originally separate from the church but, in 1910, the tower fell over in a storm and the bell was cracked. Although a new bell was placed atop the church, it was not enclosed until 1945.

The Old Log Church was also used by the congregation of St. Simon’s Church, for many years.

In 1960, a new cathedral was built beside the Old Log Church. Two years later, the Old Log Church became a museum. Since 2014, it has been declared as a Yukon historic site and a historic site in the city of Whitehorse.

Today, many artifacts that showcase Yukon history are showcased in the museum. Visitors can learn about life in the Yukon before the gold rush and also explore the art of the Vuntut Gwitchin and life in Old Crow, looking through the eyes of Beth-Anne and Rev. Kenah Exham who worked there in the 1960s. The museum holds over 4,500 artifacts and also preserves a big part of Yukon history. ■

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Atlin Christian Assembly 11:00 AM St. Atlin Christian Centre 10:00 AM Everyone is welcome.

Sat Dec 2 Christmas Craft Fair Atlin Recreation Centre 11:00 AM Beat the holiday rush and get started shopping for your loved ones. Lots of local crafts, art, baking, and much more. To book a table call, Lynn 250-651-7663 Yukon Communities: Wednesdays AA Yukon Unity (OM) 3:00 PM Online Yukon Health Centers, Live Video Meeting Beaver Creek, Carcross, Carmacks, Dawson City, Destruction Bay, Faro, Haines Junction, Mayo, Old Crow, Pelly Crossing, Ross River, Teslin, Watson Lake. Online users’ sign in info: yukonbcdistrict52@gmail.com CARCROSS Second Sunday of Every Month St. Saviour’s Church Services 2:00 pm St. Saviour Church 867668-3129 First Friday of the month Mother Goose Group 11:00 AM Haa Shagóon Hídi (Our Ancestors House) Carcross/Tagish Learning Centre Learn stories, songs, and rhymes, lunch provided. Suitable for babies and children 5 and under. Please bring along a water bottle and blanket to sit on. To register, call 332-2389. https://whatsupyukon.events/jwf Thu Nov 23 Drawing – Materials & Methods 6:00 PM Yukon University – Carcross Campus A 6 week class, we’ll explore a variety of drawing tools – graphite, pen and ink, charcoal, pastels – and ways of working with them. To register call 867- 821-8800 Sat Nov 25 Southern Lakes Market Loop Haa Shagóon Hídi (Our Ancestors House) Carcross/Tagish Learning Centre 11:00 AM Visit each market, do some holiday shopping and support your local vendors.

Pick up a free “Passport” at any of the markets and enter your name into a draw! https://whatsupyukon. events/u8e CARMACKS First & Third Tuesdays of Every Month Carmacks Regular Council Meeting 7:00 PM Carmacks Municipal Building DAWSON CITY ART SHOWS 1st Saturday of every month Coffee House & Open Mic Night Klondike Institute of Art and Culture (KIAC) 7:00 PM family-friendly open mic night at KIAC. Admission by donation with all funds raised donated to a different community group each month.

Weekly Mondays Handbuilding Pottery Drop-in 6:30-9pm Selfguided 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 QYS Drop-in 1:00 PM DCMF Office 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.

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

Thursdays CDC Toddler Program 10:00 AM Klondike Institute of Arts & Culture KIAC Free drop-In for kids 5 & under

with parent/guardian Story time & free play!

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.

Fridays Cards & Conversation 1:00 PM Royal Canadian Legion Branch 1 Dawson City Free! Drop-In! No registration necessary. whatsupyukon.events/dawsonlegion-8336c3 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 867-993-3734 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 Mon Nov 20 Trans Day of Remembrance – Memorial Fire & Gathering 7:00 Dawson City Gazebo A vigil in memory and honour of our TwoSpirit, Trans, and Non-Binary kin who are no longer with us. https://www.queeryukon.com/taw.html Sat Nov 25 QYS Community Dinner 4:00 PM Trondëk Hwëchin Community Hall Family-friendly event provides free food for the whole community.

Vegan, dairy and gluten-free options, Takeout and delivery are available. Email email calhoun@ queeryukon.com for more info. https://www. queeryukon.com/events.html FARO First and Third Tuesday of every month Faro Council Meeting 7:00 PM Town of Faro Tuesdays Parent & Tot 10:00 AM Faro Recreation Centre Open Gym 1:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Kids Club Faro Recreation Centre Adult Floor Hockey 7:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre 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 Sundays Open Court Basketball 3:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Sat Nov 25 Christmas Market & Tea 2:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Get started on your holiday shopping, browse wares from local vendors, baking, art, gifts and more!

HAINES JUNCTION Second and fourth Wednesday of every month 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] Mondays Fun with Food 3:30 PM St. Elias Community School Learn new skills, share recipes and take food home!

Drop-In Basketball 6:00 PM St. Elias Community School Meet in the school gym Tuesdays Romp & Run 11:30 AM Bill Brewster Arena Drop

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Tea & Bannock – Haines Junction 1:00 PM https:// bit.ly/3qpWDs1 BGC Game Night 3:30 PM St. Elias Community School Play, have fun, build skills and challenge your friends Wednesdays Seniors and Elders Refreshments and Games 2:00 PM Haines Junction Seniors Residence Girls Club 3:20 PM St. Elias Community School Held in the art room, open to Girls and identifying as Girls from Grade 8 to 12.

AA: “Yukon Unity Group” (O) 3:00 PM Haines Junction Health Centre BGC Rec in the Gym 3:30 PM St. Elias Community School Art Journaling Group 3:30 PM St. Elias Community School Bring your own creative supplies that you like to use. This can be scraps of paper, magazines, glue, paint, pen, markers, stamps, ink etc. and a book or journal to create Thursdays Romp & Run 11:30 AM Bill Brewster Arena Drop in. Programming is for kids 4 and under and their parents/caregivers.

Seniors Activities 2:00 PM St. Elias Community Centre Floor curling, carpet bowling and indoor walking group.

Haines Junction Thrift Shop 2:00 PM St. St. Christopher’s Thrift Shop is a great place to pick up items. Prices are low and numerous adult items are available for $2, and most items for children are $1.

Adult Volleyball 7:00 PM St. Elias Community School Meet in the school gym Fridays Stories and STEM Activities 10:00 AM Haines Junction Library AA: “Yukon Unity Group” (O) 1:30 PM Haines Junction Health Centre Saturdays AA: “Yukon Unity Group” (O) 1:00 PM Haines Junction Health Centre Sundays Anglican Church Service St. Christopher’s Church 10:30 AM Anglican Church Service at St. Christophers Anglican Church in Haines Junction https://anglican. yukon.net/services.html AA: “Yukon Unity Group” (O) 1:00 PM Haines Junction Health Centre Mon Nov 20 Book Reading with Roy Oborne 6:00 PM Haines Junction Library Local youth writer, Roy Oborne, will be reading from his short story One In The Wilderness. A family-friendly event, a limited number of books are available for sale, and light snacks are provided.

Tue Nov 21 Making Peace Inside Me 5:00 PM Natsékhi Kų̀ Health Centre Facilitated by Andy Nieman, BSW, RSW - Open to CAFN Citizens age 18+, Limited seats available.Must complete application process, call 634-5113 for more info. .

Sat Nov 25 CAFN Nłäshējel - Fall General Assembly Champagne Hall 10:00 AM Rescheduled from the October 14 Special GA. We invite all Citizens to attend, this is a continuation of the Summer GA to finalize outstanding resolutions. Door prizes and meals provided.

Thu Nov 30 CAFN 2023 Career Fair St. Elias Convention Centre 10:00 AM CAFN has invited numerous businesses, organizations and government departments to attend. Snacks and a light lunch provided. Bring your resume and info. Call 335-1514 for more info. https://whatsupyukon.events/356ae2 MARSH LAKE Last Wednesday of every month MLCS board meeting 7:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre 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 Fridays Beginner Yoga Marsh Lake Community Centre 10:00 AM Youth Gym Drop-In Marsh Lake Community Centre 6:00 PM Saturdays Pickleball Outside Marsh Lake Community Centre 11:00 AM Sundays Pickleball Outside Marsh Lake Community Centre 11:00 AM Tuesdays Play Bridge 1:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre North of 60 Seniors Coffee and Chat 2:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Sat Nov 25 Southern Lakes Market Loop Marsh Lake Community Centre 11:00 AM Visit each market, do some holiday shopping and support your local vendors. Pick up a free “Passport” at any of the markets and enter your name into a draw! https:// whatsupyukon.events/u8e MAYO

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Mondays 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 Art/Entrepreneur Club 3:30 J.V Clark School Held in the Lunchroom Dinner and Movie Night 5:00 PM Mayo Community Hall And Recreation Centre 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 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 Lunchtime Lengths 12:00 PM Mayo Recreation Centre Teen Workout 12:00 PM J.V Clark School Pottery Class 3:30 PM J.V Clark School Rec Volleyball 7:00 PM Village of Mayo Pool Thursdays 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 Elementary Soccer 3:30 PM J.V Clark School Tabata Training 5:00 PM Mayo Recreation Centre Teen/Adult Floor Hockey 7:30 PM J.V Clark School Fridays 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 Teen Workout 12:00 PM J.V Clark School Sundays 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 Mondays Run Club 6:00 PM Lorne Mountain Community Centre 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 Active Fun Fitness Class - Drop In 6:30 PM Mount Lorne Community Centre Improve your balance, flexibility, strength and endurance in this indoor class led by Colleen Ennis. Drop in, admission by donation. Suitable for mature youth & adults. https:// whatsupyukon.events/fhm Thursdays Run Club 6:00 PM Mount Lorne Community Centre Mon Nov 20 Yoga & Self Care 6:30 PM Mount Lorne Community Centre Gentle flow yoga and massage.

Herbal Tea time at 6:30 pm . Free for Everyone.

Sat Nov 25 Creative Writing Workshop 9:30 AM Mount Lorne Community Centre Yukon based author Peter Jickling is providing a creative writing workshop.

Learn tips and tricks from the published author.

To register email recreation@mtlorne.ca. https:// whatsupyukon.events/r8o Sat Nov 25 Southern Lakes Market Loop Mount Lorne Community Centre 11:00 AM Visit each market, do some holiday shopping and support your local vendors. Pick up a free “Passport” at any of the markets and enter your name into a draw! https:// whatsupyukon.events/u8e OLD CROW Mondays Men’s Night At The Rec Centre 6:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre Tuesdays Kids Gym 3:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre Adult Sewing 6:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre Youth Gym 6:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre Wednesdays Stroller Walks 10:00 AM Kih Tsal Parent and Tots 4:00 PM Old Crow Community Center Call 966-3015 for more info.

Adult Card Game Night 6:00 PM John Tizya Centre & Old Crow Community Centre Sundays St. Luke’s Church Service 11:00 AM St. Luke’s Church 867-993-5381 SKAGWAY 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.

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Windy Valley Babies 10:30 AM Skagway Public Library Stories, Songs, and Fun with Ms. Anna!

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Fridays Skagway Teen Night 6:30 PM Skagway Public Library Sundays Sunday Worship 10:00 AM First Presbyterian Church of Skagway\ Sunday School 4:00 PM First Presbyterian Church of Skagway TAGISH First Monday of every month Carcross Tagish Renewable Resources Council 1:00 PM Tagish Community Centre First Monday of every month Tagish Advisory Council 8:00 AM Tagish Community Centre First Tuesday of every month Tagish Community Association 7:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Second Thursday of every month Tagish Local Advisory Council 7:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Wednesdays 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.

Coffee And Chat 2:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Thursdays 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 Sat Nov 25 Southern Lakes Market Loop Tagish Community Centre 11:00 AM Visit each market, do some holiday shopping and support your local vendors. Pick up a free “Passport” at any of the markets and enter your name into a draw! https:// whatsupyukon.events/u8e TESLIN Mondays AA: Teslin Group (O) 7:00 PM Catholic Church Rectory Tuesdays The ‘Big 4-6’ Sports 4:00 PM Teslin Recreation Centre Group Fitness 5:30 PM Teslin Lake Recreation Complex 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 Khàtìnas.àxh Community School 12+ Drop in Fri Nov 10-12 Teslin 4-on-4 Fun Hockey Tournament 5:00 AM Teslin Lake Recreation Complex A fun 4 on 4 tournament, register by Nov 6 at the Rec Centre. 2x25 minute periods. Teams responsible for reffing.Call 867-390-2530 for more info. https://whatsupyukon.events/dgc WATSON LAKE Daily Northern Lights Space & Science Centre Shows 11:00 AM The spectacular dancing Northern Lights are showcased, a video that is broadcast in the NLC’s domed 100-seat theatre daily throughout the summer season. Plays daily on the hour starting at 11:00 AM Second Saturday of the month Watson Lake Direct Aid 2:00 PM Northern Lights Centre Tuesdays Smart Recovery Meetings 3:00 PM Wye Lake Cabin Mental Wellness and Substance Use Services For more information, email joey.mitchell@yukon.ca or call 332-3187 Pickleball & Badminton Watson Lake Secondary School 7:00 PM Wednesdays Drop-In Ninja Tumbling 5:30 PM Watson Lake Secondary School All ages welcome. Adults are welcome too, come to do some stretching or try some handstands etc.

Fridays Friday Night Lanes 7:00 PM Call 335-7979 to register Saturdays Disc Golf 6:00 PM Raven Pines Rent discs at the Rec Centre or bring your fave. All welcome from expert level to beginner.

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

Sundays St. John’s Church Service 10:00 AM St. John’s Church Service (867) 536-2932 Sunday Nite Volleyball 11:00 AM Watson Lake Secondary School Sat Nov 25 Painting with Pride 4:00 PM Northern Lights Centre An evening of art and fun, all materials provided, snacks served. Everyone is welcome!

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SEASONAL RECIPES

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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.

BROWN-SUGAR AND SESAME-ROASTED CARROTS PHOTOS: Sydney Keddy

Yukon-grown carrots

Peel and halve lengthwise

Season with sesame oil and brown sugar

Toss after 15 minutes

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ong-stable, cellar root vegetables make me think of the Yukon. Hearty and easy-to-prepare root vegetables are a historic ingredi-

ent that still have a place on every local-ingredient-loving Yukoner’s table. Eat this simple roasted carrot either hot or at room temperature.

Serves 4, as a side.

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November 22, 2023 column with

Manus Hopkins

FREELANCE

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

FOSSILS IN THE YUKON

Take a peek into the territory’s expansive fossil collection, going back millions of years

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rant Zazula has been a Yukon government paleontologist since 2006, overseeing the territory’s fossil collections, research and other aspects of the program.

“Most of our work is focused on the Ice Age history of Yukon,” he said. “So, stories and research about Beringia, the Bering Land Bridge and the different types of animal communities and plant communities, how climate change has impacted those over the years, how these different mammals have changed and how that’s reflected in the fossil record, is the work that we do.”

For Zazula, there are many reasons why the Yukon is an exciting and interesting place to practice paleontology. During the Ice Age, regions like the Dawson City and Old Crow areas actually remained icefree when most of Canada was covered by glaciers, meaning there were animals living there during those times.

“They weren’t able to live in the Northwest Territories or Saskatchewan or Alberta because it was covered in ice,” he explained. “It was this refuge for animals during the Ice Age and, because of the permafrost, the remains of those animals are

Bison skull preserved very well in the frozen ground in the Yukon. What’s really neat about it, for me, is it provides the opportunity to provide clarity on how the modern world of the Yukon came to be.”

Looking back a few thousand years, Zazula noted that the environmental and climate conditions were very different and that

people could actually see live wooly mammoths, lions and other animals that the Yukon doesn’t have anymore.

“The study of Ice Age paleontology in the Yukon really [helps] us to understand why we don’t have mammoths anymore, but why we do have moose, and why we still have caribou,” he said. “The fossil records of those animals, setting the scene for what we have today, is pretty exciting.”

Today, many fossils from the Yukon’s vast history are on display

Black-footed ferret and can be viewed by the public at the Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre’s Great Hall, as part of a new exhibit that opened in June.

Christie Grekul, who has been the manager of the interpretive centre for eight years, said she is very excited to be showcasing these fossils. ”Since our previous exhibits in the Great Hall were a lot of casts of skeletons that were not from the Yukon, we wanted Yukoners to be able to directly interact with the fossils and the made-inYukon stories about Ice Age discoveries, research and collaborations,” said Grekul.

“When students come to the Beringia Centre and can experience fossils like a 30,000-[year-old] mummified Arctic ground squirrel, it is a pretty neat and unforgettable experience for them.

Caribou And then they get to learn about how these tiny Arctic ground squirrels successfully adapted during the Ice Age and that researchers use their preserved nests to help determine what the Ice Age mammoth steppe environment looked like!”

In the summers, the Yukon’s paleontology teams spend a lot of time doing fieldwork around Dawson City, where the gold miners are tearing through permafrost with heavy machinery, as Zazula explained. During the mining process, fossils from Ice Age animals can be uncovered and collected.

“Our teams are out there working with gold miners all summer, and we also work with the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in First Nation from Dawson City,” said Zazula. “We

Shelves of fossils in the paleontology lab

PHOTOS: Government of Yukon

Wolf pup also do this kind of work in the Old Crow region.”

Once the fossils are brought back after being uncovered, they get cleaned up and identified before being catalogued. According to Zazula, there are over 45,000

Prehistoric fossils in the paleontology lab fossils catalogued into the system now.

“In particular, with the Beringia Centre, in the last couple of years, there was a process of renovating the museum, so we wanted to get many of our favourite Ice Age fossils on display,” he said. “We brought a bunch back from Ottawa that were in the collections of the national museum, the Canadian Museum of Nature, so we went through this whole process of choosing and picking and deciding what stories we wanted to tell, then putting those fossils on display.”

The fossils aren’t all extinct creatures. Zazula mentioned that one particular fossil may be that of the world’s oldest caribou from a million and a half years ago.

These kinds of things can pique interest in the Yukon’s natural history, since many people may not know that some of the animals that we can see today existed long ago, alongside mammoths and other extinct species. According to Grekul, the Yukon’s natural history is like that of almost nowhere else on Earth.

“Yukon is one of the few locations where fossils allow us to get a glimpse into the Ice Age world,” said Grekul.

“These fossils, found in the Yukon permafrost, are incredibly preserved, and it is so great that visitors and students from across Yukon can come to the Beringia Centre and see and learn about things such as a 1.5-million-yearold steppe mammoth tooth or the oldest caribou bone ever found in the Yukon.”

To learn more about the Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre and its fossil displays, visit www.beringia.com.

“It’s a really great opportunity to tell the stories about the changes we’ve seen in Beringia, through time, over the past few million years,” said Zazula.

“Hopefully people get the chance to learn about it there.” ■

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Jessica Surber

POSTCARDS

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.

WHAT DOES YUKON’S HERITAGE MEAN TO YOU? PHOTOS: Jessica Surber

“A people without the knowledge of their past history, origin and culture is like a tree without roots.”

– Marcus Garvey

Two such often overlooked relics are the S.S. Klondike and the Yukon Theatre.

S.S. Klondike National Historic Site Many of us drive by it every day, maybe not even giving it a second glance anymore. It’s symbolic of Whitehorse, as well as of the Yukon; and yet, have you really thought about what that paddlewheeler lived through? For example, did you know that the S.S. Klondike that now sits on the banks of the Yukon River, in Whitehorse, is actually the second S.S. Klondike? The first ran freight between Whitehorse and Stewart Landing, as well as between

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ere in the Yukon we are so lucky to be surrounded by an incredible richness of heritage and historical places.

Like all things inherited, however, it can also, at times, feel like a burden just as much as a privilege. Some might think that the North is just a place filled with trees and snow and bears, and yet there’s thousands of years of history permeating the landscapes that we get to live, work and play in each day.

Artwork in glass at the the Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre There are the obvious tangible things around us: the slightly-tilted buildings built more than a hundred years ago, the rusty artifacts brought up during the construction of the Alaska Highway, the mammoth tusks unearthed in the melting permafrost, and impressive First Nations artwork. But, just as vital and important are the intangible things: the songs and dance passed down through generations, the cherished family recipes (such as sourdough bread or bannock), the skills to hunt and trap in this unique environment, the stories told around thousands of fires, and the ancient languages spoken, now, only by a few.

These pieces of Yukon heritage are links to the past, to memories and to people. They’re real, immediate ways of touching an ear-

The S.S. Klondike II lier time. They can be learned from: they can help us understand and grow and even heal. It’s not a matter of glorifying the past but of seeing it as part of where we are now, in the present. We’re just another link in the continuation of our ever-evolving heritage. Not all parts of our history are things that we can be proud of; and yet they, too, need to be remembered and recognized. Like the shadow parts of a person’s identity, these dark periods of the past are undeniable components of us as a people today.

As Marcus Garvey said, heritage is the root system of who we

Totem poles outside the Haa Shagóon Hídi (Our Ancestors House) in Carcross gers, and experiencing a film together. The Yukon Theatre was built in 1954 during the post-war period, only a year after Whitehorse was freshly designated as the Yukon’s capital. In 1980, it was taken over by Landmark Cinemas until it was closed in 2020 during the pandemic. Fortunately, two years ago, in December 2021, the Yukon Film Society reopened this historical building’s doors and Whitehorse, once again, is home to a movie theatre.

The iconic Yukon Theatre, built in 1954

ing of deeper connection to this place we call home. They play an essential role in our having a sense of identity, as individuals and as a group, and hopefully they can encourage more understanding and compassion between people. Out of old wounds can also come healing and mutual respect and admiration. Understanding where we come from can help The Yukon Wildlife Preserve is on the Yukon Historical & us understand how Museums Association list of Heritage Places we can live together here in the present.

Let us celebrate our uniquenessare. It could be argued that we even have a responsibility to it— es and also find the fundamental to preserve, conserve, honour and similarities that can be found in be conscious of it. The gift that all heritage.

Historical buildings and heritage historical places, natural heritage and cultural landscapes offer places around the Whitehorse area us is that they can foster a feel- are plentiful and, consequently, we can forget that they are there.

Whitehorse and Dawson City from 1929 to 1936, and was the “first sternwheeler on the Yukon River large enough to handle a cargo in excess of 272 tonnes (300 tons) without having to push a barge.”

The S.S. Klondike II was built after the first ran aground on a submerged gravel bar north of The Thirty Mile section of the Yukon River (where it still lies today) and was in use from 1937 to 1952. In the early ’50s she was converted into a cruise ship by the White Pass and Yukon Route, but cost of operation was high; and so, after being abandoned in 1967, the S.S. Klondike was designated a National Historic Site of Canada. The restored sternwheeler opened to the public in 1981.

Yukon Theatre While, each year, our options of watching movies at home increases, there will always be something special about sitting together in the dark, with a group of stran-

If you’re interested in exploring historical places in the territory, the Yukon Historical and Museums Association has a long list of heritage places, historical buildings and self-guided walking tours on their website at heritageyukon. ca. Looking at their list, I know there’s still many places I hope to someday experience, especially Herschel Island–Qikiqtaruk Territorial Park and Vuntut National Park. Also, check out yukon.ca/ en/yukons-living-heritage to see what you should do if you stumble across a heritage find.

And remember that heritage is so much more than just museums and decaying buildings. Look for the intangible things—such as dance, language, stories and food—because they are history that is still alive and breathing and being shared.

What does heritage mean to you?

And how can you honour and nourish your own roots a bit more? ■

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A KLONDIKE KORNER

Dan Davidson 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.

TR’ONDËK-KLONDIKE ACHIEVES WORLD HERITAGE STATUS

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wenty-six years after it was first proposed by Pierre Berton, in 1997, and 19 years after it was officially submitted by Canada, Tr’ondëk-Klondike, as the nomination came to be known, has achieved World Heritage status, having been officially inscribed at the UNESCO World Heritage Convention in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on September 17, 2023.

It’s been a long journey since that headline in the Klondike Sun and the Whitehorse Star, in 1997, proclaimed “Berton Proposes Dawson for World Heritage Site Status.”

This wasn’t the first time it had been suggested, but it was the beginning of a process that led to the following entry on the UNESCO website on Sept. 17.

The UNESCO website announcement (whc.unesco.org/en/ list/1564) was concise and to the point.

Tr’ondëk-Klondike “Located along the Yukon River in the sub-arctic region of Northwest Canada, Tr’ondëk-Klondike lies within the homeland of the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in First Nation.

It contains archaeological and historic sources that reflect Indigenous people’s adaptation to unprecedented changes caused by the Klondike Gold Rush at the end of the 19th century. The series illustrates different aspects of the colonization of this area, including sites of exchange between the Indigenous population and the colonists, and sites demonstrating Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in’s adaptations to colonial presence.”

Parks Canada went into more detail on its website (parks.canada.ca): “Tr’ondëk-Klondike World Heritage site is a serial property comprised of eight distinct heritage locations: Fort Reli-

Screen shot from meeting in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia Celebration at the Dänojà Zho Cultural Centre ance; Ch’ëdähdëk (Forty Mile); Ch’ëdähdëk Tth’än K’et (Dënezhu Graveyard); Fort Cudahy and Fort Constantine; Tr’ochëk; Dawson City; Jëjik Dhä Dënezhu Kek’it (Moosehide Village); and Jëjik Dhä Tthe Zra’y Kek’it (Black City).

These sites collectively total 334 hectares of land and encompass component sites along parts of the Yukon River and the Blackstone River.”

“The unique cultural makeup of the region is the product of the coexistence of Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in and settlers over the last century and a half. The Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in experience and adaptation to European settler colonialism

marked the landscape with distinct cultural heritage attributes that remain to this day.”

This is a distinctly different site than the Gold Rush commemoration that Berton and his nominating partner, Pierre Dalibard, had in mind when they proposed this during the Gold Rush Centennial years (1996–98). Berton, of course, spent his pre-teen years in Dawson and wrote the Governor General’s Award winning Klondike: The Last Great Gold Rush,

Map showing boundaries and specific locations of T-K nomination.

1896–1899. He continued to write about the area until the last of his 50 adult and 23 children’s books.

Dalibard had worked for Parks Canada when the Klondike National Historic Site was created back in the 1960s. He also went on later to sit on the UNESCO board (ICOMOS — International Council on Monuments and Sites) that governs World Heritage Site selection.

Parks Canada press release* (parks.canada.ca) explained some of the process: “During yesterday’s proceedings at the 45th session of the World Heritage Committee in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, Tr’ondëk-Klondike, located in the homeland of Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in in northwestern Canada, was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

“Led by the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Government and the Tr’ondëkKlondike World Heritage Site Advisory Committee, with support from the Government of Yukon, the City of Dawson, the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor), and Parks Can-

PHOTOS: Dan Davidson

ada, Tr’ondëk-Klondike tells the story of Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in’s experiences and responses to the startlingly rapid expansion of colonialism in their homeland between 1874 and 1908. Archaeological and historical evidence denotes timelines of both Indigenous and settler occupation of important sites throughout the region and together are a comprehensive record of the events that transformed the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in way of life.”

An earlier version of the proposal had attempted to include the goldfields, while specifically allowing the continuation of current and future mining activity. The branch of UNESCO that advises on conservation efforts—IUCN (International Union for Conservation of Nature)—raised objections to this, and when it was clear that submission would not be accepted, it was withdrawn and a revised submission was created which did not include active mining areas and which refocused on the Indigenous experience.

Disclosure: This reporter broke this story in 1997, after interviews with the original proponents, and has been an active member of the Tr’ondëk-Klondike World Heritage Site Advisory Committee (TKWHS) since its inception. A search of the WUY website will reveal several articles written during the first phase of this process. *License for use of source: whc. unesco.org/en/licenses/6 ■

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DECORA GARDEN GALLERY Check out the new Decora Garden Gallery featuring Yukon Indigenous and Northern Artists and Jewelers! Amber Baker, Kelly Taylor, Janelle Hager, Jenny Webb, Robin Bradasch, Kokom Scrunchie, Wellness in Mind & Shelley MacDonald!

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ACTIVE AND WELLNESS EVENTS The Yukon Hospital Foundation raises funds to enhance the quality of healthcare for all Yukoners.

Every dollar you give is used to support the area of greatest need. Your hospital needs your support. There is a great need for advanced equipment, including critical diagnostic imaging, surgical and other specialized tools.

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Mon Nov 20 - Tue Nov 21 Team Yukon Trials - Volleyball St. Francis Secondary School 5:00 AM Thu Nov 23 - Fri Nov 24 Team Yukon Trials - Arctic Sports École Whitehorse Elementary School 5:00 AM Sat Nov 25 Team Yukon Trials - Dene Games École Whitehorse Elementary School 5:00 AM Sun Nov 26 Winter Bouldering Competition Porter Creek Secondary School 10:00 AM Indoor climbing competition - Bouldering - Scramble format with 20-25 problems of varying difficulty. All abilities are welcome!! Open Adult, Youth, FUN kids categories. Register online. https://www.climbyukon.com/ Sun Nov 26 Team Yukon Trials - Speed Skating Canada Games Centre Yukon 5:00 AM Sun Nov 26 Free Ski Day Whitehorse Cross Country Ski Club 10:00 AM Free day pass - Free rentals - Free “intro to XC Ski”.

Register online. https://whatsupyukon. events/gs3 Wed Nov 29 - Sat Dec 2 Yukon Canada Cup Mt Sima Thu Nov 30 - Fri Dec 1 Team Yukon Trials - Curling Mt Sima 5:00 AM Daily Fri Dec 1 Opening day! Mt Sima Welcome the winter season with open arms as we celebrate Opening Day at Mount Sima Ski Hill. The season of snow and fun begins!

Sat Dec 2Team Yukon Trials - Figure Skating Canada Games Centre Yukon 5:00 AM Sat Dec 2 - Sun Dec 3 Team Yukon Trials - Biathlon - Snowshoe Mt Sima 5:00 AM Daily Sun Dec 3 Team Yukon Trials - Wrestling Elijah Smith Elementary School. 10:00 AM Mondays Judo For Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts 6:00 AM Morning Strength and Conditioning 7:30 AM Northern Strength Academy Functional fitness training to be stronger and injuryresistant. All levels are welcome. Train ‘functionally’ with NSA Co-owner Jeremy McCulloch. https://northernstrength.ca/ Move & Meditate - Slow Vinyasa Yoga 8:30 AM Avalanche Athletics Immerse yourself in a tranquil journey of movement and mindfulness with our Moving Meditation - Slow Vinyasa Yoga. http://amitieyoga.ca Babynastics with Coach Stephanie 9:30 AM Polarettes Gymnastics Club A semistructured parent and tot class for new movers, all the way to age 5. Immerse your little one in song, socialization and a very colorful and stimulating environment. Free with membership. https://www.polarettes. org/babynastics Tai Chi for Seniors 10:00 AM Golden Age Society Come early, bring water, and wear comfortable, smooth soled indoor shoes.

Call 668-5538 for more info.

Pilates level 2 10:40 AM Whitehorse United Church Energizing Level 2 Pilates tailored for seniors. Elevate wellness with gentle movement! Register online. http:// cuts2.com/jiacg Noon Strength and Conditioning 12:00 PM Northern Strength Academy Functional strength class teaches compound multijoint lifts that improve athleticism, strength, coordination, power and more. https:// northernstrength.ca/ Muay Thai Kickboxing Eight Days Martial Arts 12:05 PM The art of 8 limbs, Muay Thai Kickboxing has proven itself to be the go to striking style of many martial arts champions.

Kids Muay Thai 4:45 PM Eight Days Martial Arts KIDS MUAY THAI a dynamic and engaging martial art that can be traced to the middle of the 18th century. Open to

ages 8 - 12.

Zumba with Bonita 5:45 PM 7th Ray Studio A fitness program that combines Latin and international music with dance moves.

Register online Women’s Muay Thai Kickboxing Eight Days Martial Arts 6:00 PM The art of 8 limbs, Muay Thai Kickboxing has proven itself to be the go to striking style of many martial arts champions.

Move & Meditate - Slow Vinyasa Yoga 6:45 PM Avalanche Athletics Immerse yourself in a tranquil journey of movement and mindfulness with our Moving Meditation - Slow Vinyasa Yoga. http://amitieyoga.ca Spirit Bear Karate 7:30 PM The Heart of Riverdale Community Centre http:// spiritbearkaratekobudo.ca Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts 7:30 PM 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 Insanity Live! Get Fit For Winter – 6 Week Winter Series 5:30 AM Riverdale Subdivision – Whitehorse Incinerate fat and calories in 50 minutes with the ultimate cardio-conditioning program that is tailored to ALL fitness levels. Register online. https://whatsupyukon.events/b7o Strength for the Endurance Athlete 6:00 AM Northern Strength Academy Join our supportive running community and hone your technique, speed and pace with the Yukon’s top endurance coach. Inclusive for all levels.

Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts 6:00 AM Séances de yoga 8:00 AM Yoga with Barbara until Oct 24 10:00 AM Whitehorse United Church Use side door All Levels Yoga. Email bfraingower@gmail. com Babynastics with Coach Naomi 10:15 AM Polarettes Gymnastics Club A semistructured parent and tot class for new movers, all the way to age 5. Immerse your little one in song, socialization and a very colorful and stimulating environment. Free with membership. https://www.polarettes. org/babynastics Brazilian Jiu Jitsu - drilling Eight Days Martial Arts 12:05 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.

Strength for the Endurance Athlete 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.

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 Eight Days Martial Arts 4:45 PM Strength & 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.

Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts 6:00 PM Whitehorse Archery Takhini Elementary 6:30 PM Whitehorse Archery is a non-profit

club for the recreational shooter, hunters, and those who just want to work on their skills. https://www.whitehorsearchery.com/ schedule Spirit Bear Kobudo (Weapons) Karate 7:00 PM The Heart of Riverdale Community Centre http://spiritbearkaratekobudo.ca 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 No-Gi Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts 7:30 PM Wednesdays Muay Thai Kickboxing 6:00 AM Eight Days Martial Arts Muay Thai Kickboxing full body workout. Morning Strength and Conditioning 7:30 AM Northern Strength Academy https://northernstrength.ca/ Zumba with Bonita 10:00 AM 7th Ray Studio Zumba routines incorporate interval training — alternating fast and slow rhythms — to help improve cardiovascular fitness.

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Ladies Kickboxing 12:05 PM Eight Days Martial Arts Muay Thai Kickboxing full body workout.

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 Spirit Bear Karate 6:25 PM The Heart of Riverdale Community Centre http:// spiritbearkaratekobudo.ca Muay Thai Kickboxing 7:45 PM Eight Days Martial Arts The art of 8 limbs, Muay Thai Kickboxing has proven itself to be the go to striking style of many martial arts champions.

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 Insanity Live! Get Fit For Winter – 6 Week Winter Series 5:30 AM Riverdale Subdivision – Whitehorse Incinerate fat and calories in 50 minutes with the ultimate cardio-conditioning program that is tailored to ALL fitness levels. Register online. https://whatsupyukon.events/b7o Strength for the Endurance Athlete 6:00 AM Northern Strength Academy Join our supportive running community and hone your technique, speed and pace with the Yukon’s top endurance coach. Inclusive for all levels Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts

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ACTIVE AND WELLNESS EVENTS ... ... cont’d 6:00 AM Tai Chi for Seniors 10:00 AM Golden Age Society Come early, bring water, and wear comfortable, smooth soled indoor shoes.

Lunchtime Fitness Classes 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 Strength for the Endurance Athlete 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 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 Babynastics with Coach Ewan 1:00 PM Polarettes Gymnastics Club A semistructured parent and tot class for new movers, all the way to age 5. Immerse your little one in song, socialization and a very colorful and stimulating environment. Free with membership. https://www.polarettes. org/babynastics Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu & Eight Days Martial Arts 4:45 PM Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts 6:00 PM 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.

Fridays 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 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 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 Eight Days Martial Arts 4:45 PM Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Eight Days Martial Arts 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 Full-body movements to improve functional strength. Suitable for all levels and aligns with NSA’s strength programming. https://northernstrength.ca/ Yoga Classes at Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs 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 No-Gi Jiu Jitsu - drilling Eight Days Martial Arts 12:05 PM Open Mat Eight Days Martial Arts 12:05 PM Sundays 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…

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/ Yoga Classes at Eclipse Nordic Hot Springs 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

WELLNESS LISTINGS

Elder and Counselor available Emotional

and Spiritual support, free to Indigenous women, girls, 2 spirited in Yukon, Northern BC: Phone, video appointments or in person. Call Toll Free 866 667 6162 or visit www.yawc.ca for info.

Mon Nov 20 Trans Day of Remembrance – Candlelight Vigil 5:00 PM Queer Yukon Society – The Cache A vigil in memory and honor of our Two-Spirit, Trans, and Non-Binary kin who are no longer with us.

Light a lantern, leave an offering, or add to our Wall of Remembrance. https://www. queeryukon.com/taw.html Tue Nov 21 Making Peace Inside Me Natsékhi Kų̀ Health Centre 5:00 AM Facilitated by Andy Nieman, BSW, RSW Open to CAFN Citizens age 18+, Limited seats available.Must complete application process, call 634-5113 for more info. https://whatsupyukon.events/9a2504 Tue Nov 21 Body After Baby Workshop 7:30 PM Whitehorse Physiotherapy – Kristy Lerch and Associates Learn how to manage common postpartum issues, recover from vaginal birth and C-section, safely return to activity. Register in person or online https://whatsupyukon.events/p0g Wed Nov 22 Living with Loss 6:30 PM Online Free workshop to help you support yourself and others in times of grief. Learn the natural cycle of grief & practical tools for self-care. https://hospiceyukon.net/ en/2022/04/05/livingwithloss/ Wed Nov 22 Hemochromatosis meetup 7:00 PM Whitehorse Public Library Canadian Hemochromatosis Society’s Yukon Chapter meet-up. Talk about all things hemochromatosis and share experiences.

Sun Nov 26 How to Set Up for Ritual Workshop Ruth Lera Healing Services 1:00 PM An introductory workshop on the topic of setting up for ritual (alone or in a group) and is open to anyone who would like to participate. Register online. https:// whatsupyukon.events/zko Mon Dec 3 Kids Create free memory crafts 7:30 PM Venue shared upon registration Healing a Loss through Creativity. Free workshop to make memory crafts. Listen to storiesExplore what helps when you’re missing your loved one. https://whatsupyukon.events/kids-create-e4 Monthly 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month The Prenatal Lunch Network 12:00 PM NVD Place (Old Canadian Tire Building) A free prenatal lunch network. Each week will feature a different activity. Call 332-5054 or 332-6476 for more info.

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.

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 1st Thursday of every month Men’s Gathering 5:00 PM A safe place for men to connect with each other and learn traditional teachings. For more info contact Rob at 332-5708 or Rob.McLean@kdfn.net Every other Tuesday Sharing Circle 12:00 PM Old Justice Building KDFN Every other Tuesday for recovery focused sharing circles. Connect, share challenges and gains, and access support and wisdom.

Snacks and refreshments served. https:// whatsupyukon.events/4en Mondays 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 AA Life Ahead (O, A) 7:00 PM 509 Hanson St. Held in person or by zoom – ID 251363-5766, call 778-907-2701 for more info.

AA New Beginnings Group (O, A) 8:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral (Hellaby Hall) AA New Beginnings Group (OM, NS) 8:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral Tuesdays Sally and Sisters 11:30 AM Whitehorse United Church A welcoming environment where women and their children can enjoy a hot meal.

Healthy Babies Healthy Futures 12:00 PM Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre An inclusive Canadian Prenatal Nutrition Program for parental & infant support.

Enjoy a Drop-In lunch and connect with other families. https://whatsupyukon. events/8kd AA “Joy of Living Group” (O) 12:00 PM 305 Wood St. Captain Martin House ARKA Brotherhood Men’s Circle: Porcupine Squad 6:30 PM Whitehorse A confidential, structured space that empowers men to transform themselves into self-aware, self-disciplined, empowered

and trustworthy leaders. Email mjvernon@ gmail.com for more info. http://www. arkabrotherhood.com AA UglyDuckling Group (C/M, NS) 8:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral New members always welcome, this is a non smoking group.

Ugly Ducklings Group (O,A) 8:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral Held in person or by zoom – ID 251-363-5766, call 778-9072701 for more info.

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 867-3341725 for more details Wednesdays TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly) 8:00 AM Closeleigh Manor Common Room Want to improve or maintain a healthy weight?

Call or text 867-334-1725 for more details 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 AA “Joy of Living Group” (O) 12:00 PM 305 Wood St. Captain Martin House 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.

Grief Yoga 5:15 PM Hospice Yukon We often hold grief in our bodies as tension, pain, and other somatic symptoms .Nurture your tender heart through this yoga practice.

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 AA No Puffin Big Book Study (C, A) 8:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral (Hellaby Hall) Porter Creek Step Meeting (C) 8:00 PM Our Lady of Victory Thursdays Sally and Sisters 11:30 AM Whitehorse United Church A welcoming environment where women and their children can enjoy a hot meal.

Healthy Babies Healthy Futures 12:00 PM Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre An inclusive Canadian Prenatal Nutrition Program for parental & infant support.

Enjoy a Drop-In lunch and connect with other families. https://whatsupyukon. events/8kd AA “Joy of Living Group” (O) 12:00 PM 305 Wood St. Captain Martin House Connect to Culture - Drop-In 1:00 PM Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre FREE! Drop-In, Open to ALL! Weekly cultural activities from beading to sewing, healing camp trips, elder visits and more. For more info call 667-2093 or email info@vfwomenscentre.com https:// vfwomenscentre.com/events 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.

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

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.

Narcotics Anonymous Meetings 7:00 PM Yukon Employees Union Al-Anon 7:00 PM Trinity Lutheran Church Al‑Anon is a mutual support program for people whose lives have been affected by someone else’s drinking.

AA Whitehorse Group (C, A) 8:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral Saturdays AA Detox Meeting (O, A) 1:00 PM 609 Steele St.1:00 PM AA Yukon Unity Group (O) 1:00 PM Online Zoom ID 482-518-9588 PC 334796 call 778-907-2971 for more info.

AA Hospital Meeting 7:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral Sundays AA Detox Meeting (O, A)1:00 PM 609 Steele St. AA Yukon Unity Group 1:00 PM Online By zoom – Zoom ID 482-518-9588 PC 334796 For more info call 778-907-2971 Narcotics Anonymous Meetings 7:00 PM Inclusion Yukon AAHospital Meeting (O, A) 7:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral (Hellaby Hall)

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

OPEN HOUSE : November 29, 7 pm

411 Wood Street EXPERIENTIAL PROGRAMS FOR THE 2024–2025 SCHOOL YEAR Are you interested in learning more about the experiential programming available for Grade 9 – 12 students at Wood Street Centre? If so, we invite your family to attend an information meeting on Wednesday, November 29 at 7 pm at 411 Wood Street.

Teachers will be on-hand to answer any questions you may have about the programs:

ACES, FACES, CHAOS, ES11, MAD, OPES or PASE Application forms will be available at this meeting, at your school or at woodstreetcentre.yukonschools.ca/applications.html Light refreshments will be served.

For more information, call 667-8413 Application Deadline for all programs is January 29, 2024

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.

Tire Shop: MON-SAT 7:30-5:30 Mechanical Shop: MON-FRI 8-5

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WHITEHORSE EVENTS Thu Nov 30 Whitehorse Chamber Orchestra concert Whitehorse United Church 7:00 PM Fri Dec 1 Funktabulously with Fort Knoxx - Nate Vincent & Snaxx The Local Bar 8:30 PM Start December off with the warmest, funkiest vibes imaginable! Fort Want to be on this page? Knox Five and local DJs Nate Vincent Enter your event HERE: and Snaxx are VERY stoked to start the evening off right!

Fri Dec 1 & Sat Dec 2 Whitehorse Community Choir - Christmas Through Time YAC Yukon Arts Centre 7:30 PM Traditional and current Christmas and Winter songs presented by our 4 choirs and special guests. A Whitehorse tradition for over 30 years. Tickets online or at the box office. www.yukontickets.com

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2nd & 4th Mondays Service Officer 7:00

ART SHOWS Until Nov 25 An Ocean Roaming Through the Forest by Omar Reyna Arts Underground An exploration of turbulence as a physical phenomenon and as a metaphor to refer to complex situations in our daily existence through photographs and mixed-media pieces. https://www. artsunderground.ca/exhibition-archive/thepower-of-small-acts-of-resistance Until Nov 25 The Power of Small Acts of Resistance by The Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre & Les EssentiElles Arts Underground a collective of artists explores what it means to “resist”. Perhaps rest, joy, and community are resistance, perhaps protest, conversation, and artmaking are resistance, perhaps though, identity and consciousness can be resistance. https:// www.artsunderground.ca/exhibition-archive/ the-power-of-small-acts-of-resistance Until Dec 5 Matri Archs – Contemporary and Traditional Perspectives Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Held in the Nude Nju Ku Gallery Space.

Until Dec 23 h’ARTwarming – Seasonal Treasures by YAAW YAAW – Yukon Artist At Work A group exhibit featuring affordable pieces by many of our member artists. https://yaaw.com/events/current-shows/ 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

It’s Easy. It’s Fast. It’s Free! AM Royal Canadian Legion Whitehorse

Plein Art The Jim Smith Building An exhibition celebrating the 2023 acquisitions of the Yukon Permanent Art Collection.

LIVE MUSIC

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/ Wednesdays 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.

Bluegrass Jam 7:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 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/ Sat Nov 25 Music and Mulled Wine 12:00 PM Decora – Cliffside Gardens & Flowers Musical stylings by Saoirse Carruthers & Ed McLean. Enjoy mulled wine and special treats and sweet features for sale at the Cozy Café & Bakery.

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 2nd & 4th Sundays Grade 8 – 12 High School Youth Group 6:00 PM Mountainview Church A positive place for your teen to hang out on the weekend.

Take part in games and activities, learn about the Bible, and deepen faith. https:// mountainview.church/connect/youth Monthly 2nd & 4th Wednesdays Whitehorse Photography Club - Meetup 7:00 PM Yukon University - Whitehorse Campus Held in Rm A2204. Discuss photography, share your work, learn new tips and tricks. http://whitehorsephotoclub.ca/ 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.

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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 Women’s 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 Industry Night Lefty’s Well 8:00 PM All are welcome - 20% off everything for our industry family - hot dogs, tunes, games and happy hour all night! https://bit. ly/3L0J3Ce 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.

QYS Drop-in Queer Yukon Society The Cache 2:00 PM Language Skills for Ukrainians 5:15 PM Yukon Learn A discussion group workshop provides a relaxed and friendly environment where learners can practise and learn English conversation skills.

Weekly Shuffleboard Tournament 6:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 For members and signed in guests. A double knockout style competition and games are limited to 6 ends or 15 minutes Chess Club 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles Love Chess? Want to learn?

Looking for Competition? Join us!

SuperSmash Bros, Mtg: Commander 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles 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 Wednesdays 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.

QYS Drop-in Queer Yukon Society The Cache 2:00 PM 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 Pathfinder Role-Playing Game for Youth 3:30 PM Whitehorse Public Library Pathfinder Roleplaying Game. Find out what role playing games are all about!

Registration is encouraged, but drop-ins are always welcome.

Mtg: casual Commander, Warhammer 40k & Kill Team 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles 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.

Tarot Card Readings with Sari Horvath Baked Cafe 9:15 AM Sari uses her wisdom and guidance through tarot cards to help answer your life questions!

Please use email to book appointments treasurebooksyxy@gmail.com Coffee & Chat 11:00 AM Golden Age Society Coffee and chat is a way to connect with your community, develop friendships, and have fun.

Crib 1:00 PM Golden Age Society Cribbage is an easy game to learn but hard to master. For more info call 668-5538.

QYS Drop-in Queer Yukon Society The Cache 2:00 PM Mtg: Pioneer, YuGiOh Casual 6:00 PM Titan Gaming and Collectibles Saturdays 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. 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 Mon Nov 20 Wool Parka Sewing Masterclass Whitehorse United Church 5:30 PM Create your own beautiful and functional wool parka that will last a lifetime.

Intermediate sewing skills are required for this class. Register online. https:// whatsupyukon.events/08d Tue Nov 21 Event Planning Fundamentals Course 9:00 AM NorthLight Innovation A full-day workshop will provide clarity on the event planning process and equip you with several practical tools, templates and resources to help you plan your event. Register online. https://www. yukonu.ca/programs/courses/plan-ce06 Tue Nov 21 Successfully Managing Change Course 9:00 AM Yukon University Whitehorse Campus Gain skills and knowledge and tools that help you understand the role you play in organisational change management and help others around you successfully manage change. https://www.yukonu.ca/ programs/courses/mang-ce07 Tue Nov 21 CAFN Elders Luncheon Church of the Northern Apostles 12:00 PM Call 634-5216 for more info. https:// whatsupyukon.events/ad29de Wed Nov 22 Stitch it Together Workshop 5:30 PM Whitehorse Learn how to design and construct a children’s book using various methods of fibre art including sewing, felting, quilting and much more. To register email mark.steudle@yukonliteracy. com or call 668-6535.

Thu Nov 23 BAH Humbug Cocktail Party Yukon Government Administration Building 5:30 PM The Festival of Trees - kick-off!

Enjoy the magic of the trees, appetisers and live music. This is a free event, RSVP only, with a cash bar. https://whatsupyukon. events/ea8a0f Thu Nov 23 Yukon Avalanche Association Film Night 2023 6:00 PM Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre YAA movie night to kick-start the winter with films Legend Has It and Teton Gravity Research. Door prizes, lots of time to mingle, and drinks/pizza to purchase.

Tickets online. https://whatsupyukon. events/9u8 Thu Nov 23 CLiFF 2023 - Labour Film Festival 7:00 PM Yukon Employees & Union A unique window into the world of work and the dedicated individuals who drive it forward. Free, film screening event, open to everyone, and is fully wheelchair accessible.

Fri Nov 24 - Sat Nov 25 Heart to Home Christmas Market 2023 The Sternwheeler

November 22, 2023 Hotel & Conference Centre Whitehorse 10:00 AM Browse items from local artisans and crafters, something for everyone this holiday season. http://cuts2.com/yPyIk Fri Nov 24 Lunch & Learn - Fund to Support and Grow Your Business 12:00 PM Yukonstruct Makespace Learn about funding amounts, project criteria and best practices for successful Tier III funding applications. https://whatsupyukon.events/ fcq Fri Nov 24 Comedy Nights - Paul Myrehaug 7:00 PM & 9:30 PM Boiler Room Lounge Paul Myrehaug is a stalwart in Canadian comedy, with nearly 20 years of stand up comedy experience. This is a show not to be missed! Tickets online! https://whatsupyukon.events/6di Fri Nov 24 Canadian Playboyz 8:00 PM The Local Bar A positive and fun vibe with a fast paced show, energetic, exciting and satisfaction guaranteed! Tickets at venue http://cuts2.com/fLzsa Fri Nov 24 &Sat Nov 25 Comedy Nights Paul Myrehaug 7:00 PM & 9:30 PM Boiler Room Lounge Paul Myrehaug is a stalwart in Canadian comedy, with nearly 20 years of stand up comedy experience. This is a show not to be missed! Tickets online! https://whatsupyukon.events/6di Fri Nov 24 West Coast Swing Beginner Class & Dance Party Association francoyukonnaise (AFY) 7:00 PM Grab a partner, friend or just come on your own, learn West Coast Swing, Triple Swing, Rock’n Roll and more dances! Tickets online in advance, or at the door. https://whatsupyukon.events/5sj Fri Nov 24 The Creator Yukon Theatre 7:00 PM Against the backdrop of a war between humans and robots with artificial intelligence, a former soldier finds the secret weapon, a robot in the form of a young child. Tickets online or in person at the box office. https://yukonfilmsociety.com/schedule/thecreator Daily Sat Nov 25 Screenwriting Workshop Intensive 10:00 AM The workshop will be structured around issues discussed in the Robert McKee book, and will include discussion about writing for visual media, story structure, scene breakdown, log-line, theme, message, and pitching. Register online. https://yukonfilmsociety.com/ Sat Nov 25 re:design 6 - The Craft Fair 11:00 AM Old Fire Hall Featuring beautiful, artisan-made products created with discarded/salvaged materials. Come shop for holiday gifts or pick up something for yourself. https://whatsupyukon.events/9qb Sat Nov 25 Ornament Extravaganza!

Paint Ceramic Ornaments 11:30 AM & 2:30 PM Yukonstruct Makespace Paint 4 ceramic ornaments, just in time for Christmas! Give a gift that will last a lifetime, made by you, for your friends & family. Register online. https:// whatsupyukon.events/12k Sat Nov 25 Needle Felting Christmas Gnomes 1:00 PM Arts Underground A beginner-friendly class, learn how to needle felt a charming gnome figure that you can use to decorate your Christmas tree.

Register online. https://whatsupyukon. events/5jg Sat Nov 25 Snow Ball 2023! 7:00 PM Mount McIntyre Recreation Centre A evening of music and dancing featuring The Big Band. Get in the Christmas spirit with this fun family event. Tickets online, minors are free. www.bigband.ca Sun Nov 26 Japan Fest - Matsuri Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre 12:00 PM Performances by Kobudo, Iaido, Bon-Odori, and Taiko Drummers. Plus activities: tea ceremony, origami, calligraphy, haiku, games, bouncy castle and a short film for all to enjoy! https://whatsupyukon.events/ akb Sun Nov 26 Spoonie Support Circle 2:30 PM Queer Yukon Society – The Cache A low-key community hangs, engage in peer support in facilitated conversations on topics brought forth by participants, and meet other spoonies! For details and to register islairhysrathlin@gmail.com https:// www.queeryukon.com/events.html Sun Nov 26 Wool and Fur Mittens Sewing Workshop Whitehorse United Church 5:00 PM Learn to machine sew a pair of wool mittens with silk lining and fur top. Register online. https://whatsupyukon. events/b68c69 Sun Nov 26 Build an Elf on the Shelf Set The Mini Makerspace 6:00 PM Help your Elf on a Shelf be extra mischievous this holiday season, custom build an Elf on a Shelf set! From Kissing booths to golfing!

5 sets to choose from. Register online! https://whatsupyukon.events/48p Sun Nov 26 One Man Star Wars 7:00 PM YAC Yukon Arts Centre Carrying the official banner of Star Wars and Lord of the Ringsit’s fair to say that Charlie now dwells in geek heaven. https://whatsupyukon. events/1manstarwars Mon Nov 27 Yukon Film Society - Deep Rising YAC Yukon Arts Centre 6:00 PM

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whatsupyukon.com Narrated and executive produced by Jason Momoa, takes viewers on an epic journey from the ocean’s depths to the future of sustainable energy. Tickets online or in person at the box office. www.yukontickets. com Mon Nov 27 Yukon Film Society - Fallen Leaves (Kuolleet lehdet) YAC Yukon Arts Centre 8:00 PM The story of two lonely people who meet each other by chance in the Helsinki night and try to find the first, only, and ultimate love of their lives.

Tickets online or at the box office. www. yukontickets.com Tue Nov 28 Embroidery Workshop The Mini Makerspace 6:00 PM A beginner embroidery workshop, guided instruction of embroidery basics such as hoop and thread set up, design, and several basic stitching techniques. Email thewildstitch.yt@gmail. com to register. https://whatsupyukon. events/mt2 Tue Nov 28 Berton House Reading: Gord Grisenthwaite 6:30 PM Whitehorse Public Library Berton House Author-inResidence Gord Grisenthwaite will read from his works, Home Waltz, collection of short stories Tale for Late Night Bonfires, and talk about coming to writing a little later in life.

Wed Nov 29 Book Launch “When we walked on Frozen Rivers’’ 7:00 PM Old Fire Hall Meet author Elisabeth Weigand’s as she launches 4th book in her YukoWild Series, a memoir commemorating the first winter on her remote fly-in trapline in the Yukon. Elisabethweigand.com Wed Nov 29 Drinking with Scissors The Mini Makerspace 7:00 PM Cozy up for an evening of crafts and well crafted drinks, make adorable coffee cozies, bear rug coasters and some other fun crafts. Email TheMiniMakerspace@gmail.com for more. https://whatsupyukon.events/0z0 Thu Nov 30 Indigenous Book Club: David A. Robertson ZOOM 7:00 PM A conversation, reading and Q&A with award-winning author David A. Robertson, discussing his novel The Theory of Crows.

Email YPLevents@yukon.ca for Zoom details.

Fri Dec 1 Build Better Teams Course Yukon University Whitehorse Campus 9:00 AM https://www.yukonu.ca/programs/ courses/lead-ce11 Fri Dec 1 Essential Administrative Professional Course Yukon University Whitehorse Campus 9:00 AM https://www. yukonu.ca/programs/courses/admn-008 Fri Dec 1-21 Spruce Bog Boutique Old Fire Hall 10:00 AM Get your holiday shopping started at the Spruce bog Boutique, browse art, crafts, baking, pottery, jewelry, and much more from local Yukon vendors. https://whatsupyukon. events/ott Fri Dec 1 Festival of Trees - 2023 Seniors’ Soiree Yukon Convention Centre 5:30 PM Take in this holiday season with live music, a 50/50 raffle, silent auction and buffet dinner. This event is in support of the Yukon Hospital Foundation. http://www.yhf. ca/giving Sat Dec 2 Vendor Blender Mount McIntyre Recreation Centre 10:00 AM Small business and craft fair, with local businesses showcased! Get started on your Christmas shopping. https://whatsupyukon. events/wxj Sat Dec 2 & 3 Santa Photos Decora & Cliffside Gardens & Flowers 10:00 AM Bring your family to capture the magic of the season with Santa, and possibly the Grinch! Make some special holiday memories, and get into the holiday spirit!

Date Sat Dec 2 Polar Plunge 2023 Elks Lodge 306 11:30 AM Take the Plunge for Special Olympics Yukon, the most fun you can have while jumping into cold water! Register online. https://whatsupyukon.events/k2r Sat Dec 2 In Person Beaded Baby wraps or Moccasins The Mini Makerspace 4:30 PM An absolutely fantastic in-person beading workshop with Sam FleshmanCarlick from Simply Significance. All materials provided register online. https://simplysignificants.com/products/inperson-beaded-baby-wraps-or-moccasins Sat Dec 2 Barn Dance Yukon Transportation Museum 7:00 PM Swing your partner around, and come on down!

Caller Marlon Davis, music by Barn Dance Band & Fiddleheads. Tickets at the door! https://whatsupyukon.events/0ln Sun Dec 3 Make a Christmas Centerpiece The Mini Makerspace 6:00 PM Create your very own 1 of a kind Christmas Centrepiece that will last you for years to come.

Materials provided, or provide your own.

Register online. https://whatsupyukon. events/eiu

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.

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 Native Grad Regalia Sewing Program 4:00 PM Northern Cultural Expressions Free accredited program for indigenous high school graduates of 2024. Call 633-4186 or email executiveassistant@ northernculture.org to register.

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.

Pathfinder Role-Playing Game for Youth 3:30 PM Whitehorse Public Library Youth 11-17 are invited to join, no experience necessary.

Native Grad Regalia Sewing Program 4:00 PM Northern Cultural Expressions Free accredited program for indigenous high school graduates of 2024. Call 633-4186 or email executiveassistant@ northernculture.org to register.

Saturdays 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

Fri Nov 24 - Sun Nov 26 Trolls Band Together 6:00 PM Yukon Theatre Poppy discovers that Branch was once part of the boy band ‘BroZone’ with his brothers, Floyd, John Dory, Spruce and Clay. https:// yukonfilmsociety.com/schedule/trolls-bandtogether Sat Nov 25 Santa Breakfast The Jim Smith Building 9:00 AM Get into the holiday spirit and enjoy pancakes, family entertainment and a special visit with Santa. Tickets are available online. https://whatsupyukon. events/31g Sat Nov 24 & Sun Nov 26 Trolls Band Together 3:30 PM Yukon Theatre Poppy discovers that Branch was once part of the boy band ‘BroZone’ with his brothers, Floyd, John Dory, Spruce and Clay. https:// yukonfilmsociety.com/schedule/trolls-bandtogether Sat Nov 25 Auditions - Fiddler on the Roof YAC Yukon Arts Centre Main Stage Production is open to all performers ages 12 (turning 12 in 2024) to 19 years.

Performance dates will be June 20-23, 2024. Book an audition online. https:// whatsupyukon.events/6xp Sat Dec 2 & 3 Santa Photos Decora & Cliffside Gardens & Flowers 10:00 AM Bring your family to capture the magic of the season with Santa, and possibly the Grinch! Make some special holiday memories, and get into the holiday spirit!

Date Sun Dec 3 Kids Create Free Memory Crafts Venue shared upon registration 1:00 PM Healing a Loss through Creativity.

Free workshop to make memory crafts.

Listen to stories. Explore what helps when you’re missing your loved one. https://hospiceyukon.net/en/2023/11/02/ kidscreate/

Meetings

Monthly First Monday Klondike Snowmobile Association Board Meeting 7:00 PM Sport Yukon https://ksa.yk.ca/comingevents/ Third Thursday ASAY board monthly meeting Sport Yukon 10:00 PM Third Thursday Yukon Anti-Poverty Coalition Monthly Meeting 5:00 PM ZOOM Yukon Anti-Poverty Coalition for regular meeting. Everyone is welcome.

Call Kathy 334-9317 or info@yapc.ca for a zoom link or join us in person. https://yapc. ca/actions/detail/yapcs-monthly-meetings

Employees Union 5:30 PM Held in the Lucy Jackson Training Room or virtual - All PSAC members, including those in the communities, are welcome!

PSACWhitehorseRO@psac-afpc.com Tue Nov 21 Yukon Breeze Sailing Society AGM 8:00 PM Sport Yukon All are welcome, we are looking for people to fill positions on the YBSS Board for the upcoming season. https://whatsupyukon. events/iey Fri Nov 24 Folk Society of Whitehorse AGM Whitehorse 5:00 PM Check out what our society is all about, Call 633 4580 or email yukonsueandray@gmail.com for details Fri Nov 24 Lunch & Learn - Fund to Support and Grow Your Business Yukonstruct Makespace 12:00 PM Learn about funding amounts, project criteria and best practices for successful Tier III funding applications. https://whatsupyukon.events/ fcq Tue Nov 28 Contagious Mountain Bike Club AGM Winterlong Brewing Co. 6:00 PM An evening of socialising, pizza, beer, and prizes. Learn about how to support and get involved in the club, and about the projects that we do in the mountain bike community. - All CMBC members are welcome! https://whatsupyukon. events/19e839 Tue Nov 28 Athletics Yukon Board Meeting Sport Yukon 7:00 PM Wed Nov 29 Yukon First Nations Hockey Association AGM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre 6:00 PM Where the “tournament” planning starts, if interested in being on the board or volunteering, everyone is welcome! Board Member positions are for a one year term. https://whatsupyukon. events/kn0

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 3350078 or email alison@alisonzeidler.com for more info.

Tue Nov 21 PSAC Yukon Health & Safety Committee 2023 AGM Yukon

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60th anniversary contest Share your stories and memories for a chance to win prizes from Air North, Yukon's Airline and YukonU! Contest runs to November 30, 2023.

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November 22, 2023 column with

Elsie Jordan Elsie Jordan made the Yukon her home in 2014. She has a passion for storytelling, with a focus on family (mis)adventures featuring a unique Yukon feel to them.

BACK TO BERINGIA W

e were looking for something fun to do …

As my son is getting older and continues to appreciate any opportunity to learn about new things, I thought, What better way to embrace this than to take him on a family outing to the Beringia Centre? We have been there before, for special events and trips with visiting relatives, but he had always been a little too young to really explore the centre. The engaging exhibits,

photo while sitting on top of the baby mammoth, and he still talks about it to this day.

And sure enough, the mammoths were the first thing he was eager to run to as we pulled into the parking lot and got out of the

Checking out the skulls

Inspecting fossils which showcase an important part of Yukon history, had always gone over his head, but I was hoping this time it might be a little different.

Sure enough, when I told him where we were planning on going, he seemed excited to check out the large animals they had on display that he recalled from the previous time we visited—especially the mammoth family, which had brought a big smile to his face. He insisted on taking a

car. It brought me a lot of happiness that he was proudly describing them as mammoths, this time around, as last time we experienced some difficulty with explaining to him that they weren’t a family of elephants (a tough task with a stubborn preschooler).

I do have to say, though, that the Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre does a great job at providing an immersive experience, right away, by introducing you to historical creatures as you walk on the little wooded path towards the main entrance. Together we read the plaques, scouted for wildlife and even took a photo of Little Buddy giving the giant beaver a hug. It was definitely a great way

Psst, I’ll let you in on a secret, SANTA LOVES SKAGWAY!

It’s Santa’s busiest time of the year, but he’s hanging out in Skagway, Alaska. Don’t worry, he’s left his best elves in charge at the North Pole, so Christmas is right on track.

Santa wants to hang out with YOU, so come visit!

to start the visit.

Once inside, I was pleased to find that the exhibits had continued to be well set-up and included a new child-play area since the grand reopening in June. The play area consists of a cave-like structure that my boy enjoyed climbing in and out of as he explored the colouring activities and animal figures and plushies that they provide for young ones to play with. His favourite had to be the scimitar cats, which he had a great time role-playing with.

It was also a treat to watch him experience the hands-on stations that the centre provides. We had so much fun exploring skulls; inspecting the fossilized pollen, with magnifying glasses; and checking out all of the tools that the First Peoples of Beringia had used in order to survive, all those years ago.

Steppe bison

The exhibits are well laid out and it was a breeze to take my three-year-old around the centre to see everything.

It doesn’t take too long to explore all of the displays and exhibits, and my son was entirely mesmerized by the fossils and bones that we spotted throughout. There was so much to see and learn about that his little brain was firing on all cylinders as we both learned new things about the land we live on and how much it has changed.

PHOTOS: Elsie Jordan The part of the outing that really surprised me the Arriving at the Yukon Beringia Interpretive most, though, was how enCentre gaged my child became with the short documentary that been a little while since your last was played in the main theatre of the centre. This child will visit, I would certainly recommend very rarely sit through anything checking it out with your children. that isn’t Paw Patrol or Spon- Heck, even if you don’t have little gebob, right now, but as ones, it will make for an interestsoon as we walked into the ing afternoon. Plus, being a stone’s beautiful theatre, he was throw away from the Erik Nielsen pulled in. He grabbed him- Whitehorse International Airport, self a seat in the back row the Beringia Centre is easy to and watched the video in get to from anywhere in the city. its entirety while enthusi- Overall, I’m glad I was able to astically pointing out the take some time to check out this animals we had been dis- incredible museum again. My son covering in the rest of the and I had a lovely time and we centre. It was a wonderful can’t wait to go back. It really is a experience, and it was a fun and captivating way for all of great way to end our visit. us to learn about natural science, I have to say that if you archaeology and paleontology haven’t already checked in the Yukon, as well as the vast out the Beringia Interpret- history of the landscape that was ive Centre, or even if it’s Beringia. ■

SANTA LOVES SKAGWAY! Friday, December 1 Friday, December 8 Santa lights up Broadway at the Skagway Tree Lighting

He shows up on a Fire Truck all lit up with holiday lights. It’s pretty cool! Grab a warm beverage at the NPS Trail Center, then listen and even join in the caroling while you wait for Santa’s arrival. You can also explore the Fire Hall and Police Station at their open house before the tree lighting. Santa is heading over to Happy Endings to warm up at their fireplace after the tree lighting. He’d love to visit with you while he is there!

Meet Santa at WPYR

Santa is down for Saturday’s big train ride and will be hanging out at the train depot from 5-7 pm.

Saturday, December 9 Santa Train & Rail Sale Artisan Market

Santa and you on a train ride. Need we say more? The ride is free and there are two departure times, 11 am & 1 pm Alaska time, so everyone can enjoy the ride. After your train ride, pop over to the AB Hall for the Rail Sale Artisan Market, then head to the Skagway Brewing Company for live music with JuanSolo.

With all the fun things happening in Skagway, it’s no wonder it’s Santa’s home away from home!

View the complete Yuletide schedule at skagway.com/events

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50/50 RAFFLE

November 22, 2023

SENIORS’ SOIRÉE

On now to December 4 Draw date is December 14

Friday, December 1 6:00 pm to late.

Yukon Convention Centre

One lucky winner took home over $60,000 last year!

Doors open at 5:30 pm Tickets are $75.00

Please scan the QR code to get your 50/50 raffle tickets.

Very few tickets remain.

Please call 867.393.8931.

SILENT AUCTION

Thursday, November 23 to December 2 at 10:30 pm Bid on the silent auction trees, wreaths and dozens of fabulous items donated by caring individuals and businesses.

GRAND BALL

Saturday, December 2 6:00 pm to late.

To access the online silent auction, please scan the QR code.

Yukon Convention Centre

Very few tickets remain. Please T! email karen.forward@wgh.yk.ca LD OU

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BAH HUMBUG COCKTAIL PARTY Thursday, November 23 5:30 to 7:30 pm Yukon Government Jim Smith Building This is a free event; however, registration is appreciated.

Please scan the QR code to register.

2023 marks the 20th anniversary of the Northwestel Festival of Trees and your generous support of the Yukon Hospital

SANTA BREAKFAST

Foundation and our

Yukon Government Jim Smith Building

territory’s hospitals.

Saturday, November 25 9:00 am to Noon

Enjoy pancakes, family-friendly fun and a visit with Santa.

Kids (under 10): $5.00 Seniors: $10.00 Adults: $20.00

For tickets, please scan the QR code or visit yhf.ca

Thank you!

Thank you for your support of the Yukon Hospital Foundation’s fundraising efforts to support the new 12bed Mental Wellness Unit at Whitehorse General Hospital.