Safe At Home
The Safe at Home Society is a Yukon organization that works to end and prevent homelessness in the territory…
The Safe at Home Society is a Yukon organization that works to end and prevent homelessness in the territory…
The Boys and Girls Club Yukon has announced that they are renewing the Gift of Community program for the eighth year this Holiday Season.
The Gift Of Community Read More »
Katrina Diles (Yukon Girls Rock Camp), Andy Cunningham (Co-founder, 100 People Who Give a Damn Dawson), Lana Welchman (Co-founder, 100 People Who Give a Damn
100 people who give a damn Read More »
Breast cancer is one of the top three diagnosed cancers in the Yukon. One out of eight women will be diagnosed with breast cancer at some point in their lives. These are the staggering realities of breast cancer.
Mother’s Day running, biking and walking Read More »
Jasmine Bill (left), Charles Chief, Jacquie Shorty, and Alexander Gatensby receive Whitehorse Motors’ August contribution to the KDFN Youth Advisory Council from Tina Woodland In
Ford has a better idea Read More »
Business After Hours (BAHs) are a regular fall and winter activity for networking professionals in Whitehorse.
The Big Squeeze Lemonade Stand Competition/Fundraiser is August 1 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
You sure look thirsty… try some lemonade! Read More »
Whitehorse’s ninth annual Ride for Dad is happening … and you can help out.
Ride to Live, Live to Ride Read More »
On June 7, the Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous (YSR) will host their first spring auction, a must-add for everyone’s calendar.
Spring rendezvous in the midnight sun Read More »
What do you like about beats? I like that our heart is one. Also, they seem to grow well in the Yukon. Daniel Mackenzie started
Growing beats in the Yukon Read More »
In early April, 79-year-old Lorraine White did what lots of Yukoners do: she held a garage sale. White, who was moving to Vancouver Island, sold
Garage Sales – Doing it for (the) community Read More »
No other service provider understands the demands of motherhood more than the Child Development Centre (CDC). As a result, the Child Development Centre is having a fundraiser on May 12 to celebrate the family CEO.
Sipping tea for a good cause Read More »
It’s the nature of short Yukon summers for Yukoners to seize every moment and they perhaps forget about things like contributions to the food bank.
The green bags of spring 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 »
Special Olympics Yukon enriches the lives of Yukoners with an intellectual ability through opportunities to train and compete in sports, and the gala is a fundraiser to help them provide programming.
Kicking it Special O-style 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 »
The local hockey team, led by coach Michael Nemeth, is a semi finalist in the nationwide Chevrolet Good Deeds Cup Competition this year.
Celebrate our local hockey team’s good deeds Read More »
Celebrating its fifth year, Ride for Dad Comedy Night has grown into its own as one of Ride for Dad Yukon’s premier fundraising events.
Ride for Dad Comedy Night will tickle your prostate and your funny bone Read More »
After a few years of effort, The Yukon is now up and running with a “Hunters For The Hungry” type of meat sharing program.
Yukon Share: Harvested gamemeat sharing program Read More »
The Lights Out Invitational Basketball Tournament has helped turn the lights on for the adult basketball community in Whitehorse. The tournament, cleverly named due to
Shooting the lights out in the dark Read More »
The concept of 100 Women Who Care may be simple, but the community impact is huge.
Better communities, 100 women at a time Read More »
The third annual Christmas Market at the Old Fire Hall will be held Friday, December 1 and Saturday, December 2. Once again the event is
Christmas shopping at the Old Fire Hall Read More »
The 15th annual Northwestel Festival of Trees will kick off on Thursday, Nov. 23 with the Business After Hours (BAH) Humbug event at the Yukon
Christmas cheer and improving health care Read More »
The 20-year-old Whitehorse All-City Band Junior and Senior Wind Ensembles have been honoured to receive their first invitation to compete at MusicFest Canada, a national music competition in Toronto next May.
Whitehorse All-City Band invited to perform in Toronto Read More »
This project gives Yukon audiences another opportunity to create a new and beautiful memory of what Edwards can do with music.
Nicole Edwards and friends lift up their voices for local charity Read More »
Wine-lovers will descend on the High Country Convention Centre on Thursday, October 19, for the 26th edition of the Rendezvous Rotary Wine Festival. These grape
Wines With a Cause Read More »
Knitters work to warm others. Whitehorse knitters are aiming to craft 150 pairs of socks to contribute to the city’s Outreach Van.
Helping to Warm Whitehorse Feet Read More »
Burpees are not something that I used to include in my regular workouts at all. I probably would have never come to know this awesome
Getting a medal isn’t the point. “We’re there to have fun,” says Gaetan, captain of Yukon’s Special Olympics soccer team. “doing your best.”
Giving Everyone a Chance to Shine Read More »
When Telek Rogan decided to run for Rendezvous Queen in the 2017 Yukon Sourdough Rendezvous competition, she did so as a celebration of who she
The Heart of a Queen Read More »
What do you do with a ski hill in the summer? You hold a relay race! If you’re looking for a fun, exciting and challenging
Mount Maichen Madness Hits Watson Lake Read More »
It’s impossible to ignore 200 motorcycles ripping down the road. That’s kind of the point, says Sean Secord, board member of the Yukon chapter of
Get Your Motor Running (For a Good Cause) Read More »
Whitehorse might be the site of the northernmost East Coast kitchen party in Canada this summer. On Friday, May 26, the Mount McIntyre Recreation Centre
Lobsters for Literacy (And More) Read More »
May is Cystic Fibrosis (CF) month. A drive through Watson Lake will give you an idea of just how important this month is to our
Watson Lake Generosity Supports Cystic Fibrosis Month Read More »
“Gaby was four when she was diagnosed in June 2016, and her birthday is in October so she’s five now,” says Keira Kucherean. Her life
A Home Away from Home Read More »
Regardless of what else may be happening, on 1st Saturday of the month during a school year, these open mic events are a regular occurrence.
Making Music and Money for Good Causes Read More »
“To have local students take part in the project gives us something to be proud of,” he says. “Yukon College is always trying to meet
Thoughtfully Thrifty Read More »
As Lions Club International celebrates its one-hundredth anniversary, long time Grey Mountain Lions Club member Gerry Gerein sees this year as a culmination of all
If There’s a Need, There’s a Lion Read More »
When asked about the message she hopes to convey in the film, Ohama responded, “It’s a moving and inspiring story of how people find real
Life After Tragedy Read More »
Along with Cause Canada’s founder Paul Carrick and a local guide, the men will visit the projects and activities they are helping to fund. In
Riding Motorcycles for a Good Cause Read More »
Now he is upgrading his education and learning English at the Yukon College in preparation to study pharmacy. He concentrates to force his hand write
The All City Band is comprised of students between the ages of 12 and 17, playing alongside more experienced adult musicians. The group is comprised
Laugh it up, because Jan 26th and 27th Ride for Dad presents its fourth annual comedy show at Coast High Country Inn. Featuring local acts
Giggle for a Good Cause Read More »
Yukoners are adventurers of all sorts. A Dawson City non-profit organization has captured 14 babies on their exciting start into this adventure called life. Dawson
14 Months of Fun and Joy Read More »
One of the philosophical pillars of the Learning Tree Daycare is to teach the kids there about helping other people. “Teaching kindness and all of
But the hottest gift for Dawson City babies is a handmade quilt. It’s been the most popular gift since 1980.
It’s autumn and time for the thrift shop in Haines Junction to ramp up again for winter. Dozens and dozens of bags of used clothing
All Kinds of Bargains Read More »
Geneviève Doyon and Jessica Hickman have, once again, combed through silent films, searching for excerpts to play on a screen to an audience. This is
United Way Yukon is a charity that raises money to fund Yukon organizations. Its mandate is to fund programs that enhance the “physical, mental and
Creating Healthy Communities Read More »
If you love beer and food, you’ll love this spin on the traditional Winemaker’s Dinner: Hops ‘n’ Grub. Seated at a long table with
Two Chefs, a Dinner and a Whole Lot of Beer Read More »
Gabriola Islander Bob Bossin brings his one-man musical Davy the Punk to The Old Fire Hall next Thursday, Sept. 22 and to Dawson City the
My Dad, the Outlaw Read More »
If there’s a competitive foot race nearby, or a fun run for charity, Tom Ullyett will almost certainly be there. The 58-year-old deputy minister of
Running for a Cause Read More »
They’re on the road again. Bruce Barrett and Judy Forrest, the Whitehorse couple whose van was torched by an arsonist in British Columbia last month,
Eastward Ho, at Last Read More »
Kids and horses, life doesn’t get much better than that. 4-H is thriving in the Yukon. We are the Spirit Riders 4-H Horse Club, based
4-H is Good for Kids Read More »
Nine ladies in a voyageur canoe whose ages range from 23 to 62; 715 kilometres; paddling for Yukon Cancer Care Fund. Stix Together is a
Camaraderie in a Canoe Read More »
My shakedown cruise for our trailer has come to be my annual pilgrimage to the town of Skagway to attend the North Words Writers’ Symposium,
Chasing Stories in Skagway Read More »
Looking for a busting, bawling, rocking good time that’s also for a good cause? Then head out to the Gr8ful Spud on May 28th for
Pony Up For A Good Cause Read More »
A comic-con is an annual event where sci-fi lovers congregate to pay homage to super heroes/villains/authors/actors/producers who help bring this genre to life on the
Gearing Up for Yukomicon 2017 Read More »
In January 2013 Daniel Adamson first travelled to the Philippines. It was the wish of his sick mother whom Adamson had been looking after for
Making a Difference Read More »
Bring family, friends, or even a date, because the All-City Band Society is hosting the 16th annual Dessert and Dance. The evening will start off
An Evening of Romance Read More »
Everyone from your mom to your niece’s best friend was/is probably a fan of Bowie. When he died a few weeks ago, my Facebook feed
Jarvis Street Saloon hosts a Bowie Party Read More »
If you’re searching for a little inspiration this holiday season, then perhaps this story is for you. Many of us give to charity and volunteer
The Dawson Food Bank and the Dawson Women’s Shelter are busy organizing their annual Holiday Hamper Program and Food Drive. It’s designed to assist individuals
Feeding the Hungry is a Vital Community Service Read More »
One of the very first things that Yukoner Liam Campbell did when he arrived in India was land himself an invitation. “Within two hours of
Becoming A Role Model in India Read More »
Humane Society Dawson is celebrating a milestone birthday this year. The “small shelter with a big heart” turns 20 years old, and shows no signs
20 years of going to the dogs … Read More »
by Hospice Yukon, Yukon Learn and Volunteer Yukon The Yukon is full of amazing volunteers. Here are just a few people whose donation of their
Amazing Volunteers Read More »
Museum On Nov. 19 Yukoners can grab a drink and a snack at the Yukon Transportation Museum and hunker down for a favourite Yukon pastime:
Stories of the land Read More »
Many Yukoners are involved in global issues and a series of talks at the Kwanlin Dϋn Cultural Centre brings their international experiences home. The Yukon
Thinking Like a Global Citizen Read More »
Mallory Ellen Pigage has been a Special Olympics Yukon athlete for 16 years. “Is a time for me to socialize and do sports at the same time.”
My Story as a Special Olympics Athlete Read More »
On Oct 31st Whitehorse residents will have a chance to work up a sweat to some sweet electronica tunes at the second annual Masq dance
Dancing for Doggies Read More »
Every seat in the Yukon Arts Centre costs the same. Yet the sound is not the same in each seat. That is why some people
YAC’s sound investment Read More »
Off the southeast coast of Africa lies the beautiful island of Madagascar. While the children’s Madagascar movies paint a nice scenic picture of the island,
Cuisine for a cause Read More »
George Maratos was just three years old when Terry Fox was becoming a household name across Canada and elsewhere. Still, he claims to have a
Meet Jordi Mikeli-Jones — a renaissance woman. She is the owner of the popular Triple J’s Music, Tattoos and Piercing. She is president of Kona’s
More than just music Read More »
Cover Me Badd VII is back this summer for another evening of rocking good fun in Dawson City. On June 5, from 7 to 11
Sometimes doing the Badd thing feels so good Read More »
According to Marc Paradis, it’s starting to resemble a mini-music festival. He should know. The Whitehorse drummer has performed at pretty much every major music
A Little Help from Friends Read More »
Jake will be getting presents from Santa Claus, and his dog, Spencer, will too. What about the dogs & cats at the Mae Bachur Animal Shelter?
Theatre in the Bush is held in the fall, and with a start time of around 8:45 pm, it’s held in the dark. The darkness
Theatre in the Bush Read More »
Mardi Bras is a booby ball — but you don’t need boobs to come. Though this fundraising celebration for Breast Cancer Awareness Month may have
Mardi Bras for Karen’s Fund Read More »
The Mennonites are known for their love of singing. And that is exactly why the West Coast Mennonite Quartet will be performing at the Yukon
Just for the love of music Read More »
Musicians really know how to raise money. Dances are popular and most everybody likes dessert so, for the eighth year, the All-City Concert Band Society
Dance for a good cause Read More »
Mollie Fraser (from the left), Jenna Fahr and Hannah Pederson are practising for the big day, March 25, when they will hop as many times
Hopping for a good cause Read More »
A 75-year-old flees from his home and now lives in a refugee camp. Children disappear, some as young as seven years old, and are later
Write around the Globe Read More »
It is in the fall, off-season for a ski chalet, yet there is still excitement. A woman has disappeared. She returns, but it is not
A case of questionable identity Read More »
What difference can one day possibly make? To the homeless, to the poor, to those who have fallen on hard times, a day can make
What a difference a day makes Read More »
Like all good ideas, this one began in a coffee shop. Michael King, co-owner and operator of Bean North Coffee Roasting Company, had been looking
A collaborative cup of inspiration Read More »
How do we stem the tide of AIDS in Africa? Linda Hallet of Victoria, B.C. is working with the Stephen Lewis Foundation (SLF) and with
It was a proud moment for 17-year-old Mauricio Ruaz, Grade 12 student at Vanier Catholic Secondary, when someone said, “I’m glad you put Colombia’s name
Reaching out, at home and abroad Read More »
The prize, a battered gold pan streaked with red, was held aloft, like a trophy. George Maratos stepped up to the microphone like a gunslinger
What’s so funny about tourists, money and summer? Read More »
For 20 bucks, you can enjoy 12 hours of live music at Shipyards Park this weekend and support the Yukon Humane Society. The Sunstroke Music
Good music, good cause Read More »
Keith and Betty Dye describe the face of need in Lagunitas, Mexico. The couple, Yukoners for 31 years, are coordinating fundraisers through a Whitehorse-based organization
For the love of Mexico Read More »
What difference can 20 minutes make? Patricia Bacon, executive director of Blood Ties Four Directions (which hosts the Scotiabank AIDS Walk for Life) says, “It’s
Walking to make a difference Read More »
Over the past several weeks, a number of my friends have been asking me when this year’s Rendezvous Rotary Club’s Wine and Fine Food event
An Evening of Wine Tasting Read More »
Hockey and Valentines. Although it doesn’t have quite the same ring to it as “love and marriage” and it doesn’t seem to go together like
Celebrating hockey and love Read More »
Who among us hasn’t, at one time or another, gazed upon a bird in flight and marvelled at it … or even wondered what it
Protecting our fine feathered friends Read More »
Kip Veale is right at home among the throngs of people who are participating in Rendezvous at Shipyard’s Park. As Yukoners celebrate the coming of
“Three letters that will change your life forever: ALS. “And that’s what it does,” says Donald C Watt, world-class snow carver and walk coordinator for
Three deadly letters Read More »
Tana Silverland didn’t ask for any attention, but she’s learning quickly that it has a way of finding her. The British ex-pat, who used to
Tour of Canadian Organic Farms Starts Here Read More »
Finnish sweet buns with finely ground cardamom, shortbread, chocolate-chip cookies and Finnish sugar-cinnamon cookies — Ann Dibbs’ husband Al delivers a plateful to the table
Christmas treat sales help seniors Read More »
Like store shelves bulging with goods and seasonal music bombarding the air, the appearance of the Salvation Army kettle is a sure sign that Christmas
Sally Ann’s Little Helper Read More »
There will be two Barney Bentalls performing at Yukon Learn and PGI Yukon’s The Night Before Gala. The one Barney Bentall is the we all know
Barney Bentall—new and old Read More »
When it came time to retire, Yukoners Keith and Betty Dye decided it was time to start the hands-on work of placer mining. For six
Mining for missions Read More »
Now that the snow is completely gone, it’s a little bit depressing to see how much garbage it was hiding. We had begun to notice
Cleaning up in the Klondike Read More »
Being an artist resembles performing a high-wire act in a circus. It requires balance, skill, hope, risk and commitment, as well as lots and lots
Artrepreneur: Fun and Safety Nets Read More »
Tom Jackson’s words come in a slow, measured cadence when he talks about hunger and poverty. It is the second day of Jackson’s current Christmas
Breaking the Silence Read More »
Kendall Sullivan knows exactly how she and her daughter contracted Lyme disease. “I was rock climbing in Banff 16 years ago.” says the one-time Yukoner.
The Robert Campbell Bridge between Riverdale and downtown Whitehorse will be closed this Sunday. But not for long. The bridge will be closed for approximately
Running for a Reason Read More »