Searching For A New Home
The Yukon Literacy Coalition (YLC)’s team was sad to break the news that after more than a decade of providing a safe space…
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The Yukon Literacy Coalition (YLC)’s team was sad to break the news that after more than a decade of providing a safe space…
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Do you think you have what it takes to be an Olympian? So does Training Ground. Since 2016, nearly 6,000 athletes have been tested.
Every October, Mount Sima starts snow production and welcomes hundreds of athletes from all over Canada for pre-season training in November. Whitehorse, Yukon, is the
It’s ‘snowing’ at Sima! Read More »
The 2018–19 Whitehorse Rapids over-35 soccer season kicks off at the end of September, bringing together a collection of expats and non-hockey-playing Canadians in one homogenous mix.
The sun never sets on the Whitehorse Rapids Read More »
When we think of bowling most of us can feel the weight of the bowling ball in our hands as we release it down the lane, crossing our fingers that it doesn’t end up in the gutter.
A fundraiser to help kids have a positive mentor in their life Read More »
Until you see it firsthand, it is difficult to comprehend the personal, professional and financial complications unleashed by a cancer diagnosis.
Put on your Canadian tuxedo for Denim Day Read More »
As part of this year’s 16 Days to End Gender-based Violence campaign, former BC Lions player and 2011 Grey Cup Champion, J.R. LaRose will be returning to the Yukon.
Teaching kids about respect Read More »
This year’s Spruce Bog Craft Sale takes place Saturday, November 18. There are plenty of returning vendors, as well as a few newbies, for a total of roughly 100 booths.
Remembrance Day is now as much an opportunity to recognize all those men and women who have served and returned home. We owe them thanks. That’s why we wear our poppies and hold our ceremonies, to support and remember.
We deserve a pat on the back. That’s part of the point of From the North says Kim Winnicky, executive producer of the arts performance
From the North to the South Read More »
While others hunker down against winter’s wrath, the local literary scene is hotter than ever. The winter Writers’ Roundtable organized by the Friends of the
Write through the winter Read More »
A Discover Snorkeling event run by Virginia Labelle of Yukon Scuba will be run on November 6th between 9 – 9pm at the Canada Games
What’s Under the Waves Read More »
“I have always had a fascination with the North.” I am on the phone with Bhaktimarga Swami, a 63-year-old monk in Toronto. We are talking
The Walking Monk Comes to Whitehorse Read More »
A wide variety of exotic animals from Cuvier dwarf caimans, pythons, tortoises, tarantulas, a black lemur and opossums are being brought to Whitehorse for the
Exotic Animals to Visit the Yukon Read More »
Today many people practice meditation for stress relief and to improve their overall quality of life. However, is there evidence that meditation is effective? If
Managing Health with Meditation Read More »
He’s only 24 years old, but American pianist Matt Savage has had a 15-year professional career as a jazz musician, playing with some of the
Inclusion Expo Gets Jazzy Read More »
If you are looking for a memorable and activity-packed March Break, there is no reason to leave town. In addition to normal family-friendly programming, many
A March Break Staycation to Remember Read More »
Often mistaken for the French version of the Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous Festival, Les Rendez-vous de la Francophonie (RVF), from March 3rd to 23rd, is a
Have Some Francais Fun Read More »
I have mined to come up with activities that might make Valentines Day as awesome as any other day of the year, even if you’re flying solo.
Valentine’s Events for the Discerning Singleton Read More »
Experienced readers know that words make a world within a story come alive. However, for early readers, sometimes they need the world around them to
Word Play for Early Readers Read More »
The Canada Games Centre, near the top of Two Mile Hill, opens every weekday morning at 5:30 a.m. I did not get there until 7:00
Our Everyday Athletes Read More »
My daughter Emily just completed Puddle Jumpers. It’s the first of a six level swimming course called the Little People Program. The lessons are offered
Puddle Jumping at The CGC Read More »
You can keep your fishnets and feathers stored for this Rendez-vous. But you don’t have to. If you can’t help but whip them out for
A Different Type of Rendezvous Read More »
This fall I attended the Yukon Biodiversity Forum, a yearly round-up of biology goings-on in the territory. I reunited with old friends and met new ones,
Remembering Al Baer Read More »
The Yukon is known for its craft fairs. From Dawson to Faro to Teslin, each community has its own craft niche. But when you get
For the uninitiated, the game called ultimate might look like playing Frisbee – a hot sun and lazy days at the park kind of game
Playing Ultimate is Not Just a Fling in the Park Read More »
While she was away at university in Prince George, Katrina Wohlfarth discovered a new passion – underwater hockey. Now that she has returned home she
The Yukon Ultimate Frisbee Team will travel over 2,000 km next week to join with colleagues from the NWT, dress in costumes, and represent the
Ultimately It’s About Fun Read More »
Have you ever driven past someone on a bike at -35 in a blizzard and thought they were crazy? You’re probably not alone. Let’s face
The eventuality has come to pass – the cold snap has finally caught up with us. After spending the winter to date enjoying generally mild
The Warriors of -35 Read More »
On Saturday, September 29 organizations, communities and individuals across the country will celebrate sport by taking part in Sports Day in Canada. Sports Day in
A Day to Celebrate Sport Read More »