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t’s not many people who receive lifetime achievement awards while still in their 30s. But Bobbi Rose Koe, a young Teetl’it Gwich’in woman and recipient of the 2021 Canadian River Heritage Award, is an exceptional person. Her accomplishment marks a number of firsts in the award’s history—the first Indigenous woman to receive the award, and the first northern recipient. The Canadian River Heritage Award is a partnership between the Canadian Heritage Rivers System and the Canadian Canoe Museum. The award is presented every two years and recognizes “the invaluable efforts of an individual Canadian to celebrate, protect and conserve river heritage for future generations.” In announcing her as the 2021 recipient, the award partners highlighted Koe’s “dedication to the preservation and promotion of Teetl’it Gwich’in traditional ties to the Peel River Watershed, and for her tireless and exemplary work as an organizer, community member and advocate for youth engagement in river conservation and connection.” Canadian Heritage Rivers board chair, Mike Etches, is very pleased that Koe received the award, noting the substantial role she played during the Peel River Land Use planning process. “She started back when the Peel was still in the Supreme Court, becoming an advocate for the protection of the Peel and also the sharing of the culture,” Etches said. “So she’s a very sharing and caring person when it comes to her culture, and a great spokes-

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Bobbi Rose Koe person for making those connections. And I would say she’s not a shy person—her advocacy was to the point and poignant and I think key, in many ways, to getting the Peel Watershed Regional Land Use Plan finally signed off and the management planning started.” “She’s a force of nature,” he concluded. “She will not be denied.” While Koe is well-known for her work to protect the Peel River Watershed and the people and

animals for whom it is home, she denies that speaking up in public comes easily for her. “My grandfathers, they pushed me into public speaking because they’re the ones that brought me out on the land and traveled with me and saw me grow in that way, and that’s why they’re like, ‘You have to get up because you have a voice and you have to speak for our friends who are living out on cont’d on page 3 ...

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the land, who can’t speak.’” Koe was only 16 or 17 the first time her grandfathers urged her to speak at a meeting about the Peel River Watershed. At first she objected, saying she was too shy. “And they never said nothing,” she said of her grandfathers. “They just gave me the look.” Since her youth, Koe has made an impression on those around her. James Raffan, director of external

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Bobbi Rose Koe with her father, Abraham Koe, on the Peel River Watershed

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What’s Inside Bobbi Rose: A Force of Nature........ 2 Monsters in the Garden................ 4 Seasonal Recipes........................ 8 Gather..................................... 9 Grey Matters........................... 10 Yukon Birds: Birdathon.............. 11 Didee Didoo............................ 18

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Bobbie Rose Koe and Angela Blake at the Wind River relations at the Canadian Canoe Museum, first met Koe when she was a teenager participating in the Students on Ice, a youth program that provides on-the-land educational opportunities in the Arctic. “She just had this kind of poise and commitment to learn that was

very impressive, and I’ve kept in touch with her,” Rattan said. “She’s really made a commitment to be an advocate for her people … to remember and to explore who and what being Gwich’in is all about,” he continued. “And she’s done that in the most-engaging way through

partnerships with other youth. You know, she created the Youth of the Peel, which became the Western Arctic Youth Collective.” Raffan’s comments point to the journey Koe has taken, providing opportunities for young Indigenous people to experience life on the land and water. She recently started a guiding business, Dinjii Zhuh Adventures, to reach that goal. “When we want to do something, we have to do it,” she said. “And I don’t think we’re going to wait for anybody to bring our people back into the Peel, and that’s where Youth of the Peel was created and I did do a few trips with them and then I came to realize, you know, that I want to be a river guide and I can do this, like it’s in my blood. My grandparents and my great-grandparents before them did it, and I just really fell in

love with it.” Koe believes that experiencing beautiful places like the Peel Watershed can be life-changing. She also has great hope in the youth and what they can accomplish. “I’m really excited about the efforts of young people making their way back to the land or other cultural and traditional activities. I’m just proud, every day,” Koe said of her work, with youth, through her business and through the Western Arctic Youth Collective. “We’re changing the world.” And by receiving the Canadian Heritage Rivers Award, Koe sees herself as an example for others. “I hope that young Indigenous youth see this award as an example that we can do anything that we put our minds and hearts to. n

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s the culminating exhibition in Nicole Bauberger’s stint as emerging curator of the Atco Electric Youth Gallery, up at the Yukon Arts Centre (YAC), monsters and flowers created by children will fill the hallway gallery for the month of May and beyond. The Winter Garden has been on display for the months of March and April in the sculpture garden at the Yukon Arts Centre. In a Sunday-afternoon Kids Kreate session, at YAC, families painted

flowers, butterflies and anything they thought should be in a garden, onto cardboard. In the end, this included a bear and a banana. These were cut out of the cardboard and installed out in the snow, so that the imagining of the garden would sustain us through the winter. An earlier version of The Winter Garden has also blossomed in the snow through the whole winter in the Dalton Trail Trail Gallery, an ad hoc gallery of sculptural installation, in Hillcrest, that Bauberger began when galleries closed due to Covid. It was painted by Bauberger’s neighbours. As the snow starts to (hopefully) melt, Bauberger will gather up the winter-worn pieces and hang them in the Youth Gallery. Through this garden, monsters will parade.

These monsters were painted by students at Elijah Smith Elementary School and the Individual Learning Centre, in Whitehorse; the J.V. Clark School, in Mayo; as well as during another Kids Kreate session at the Yukon Arts Centre. The Elijah Smith monsters paraded down Hamilton Boulevard, the Friday before last Halloween; and the Mayo monsters just paraded, on April 22, through their town. In addition to their exhibition parade, some of the monsters will stray, at the end of May, from the Youth Gallery into the Main Gallery, for a short tenure in the larger space. Stay tuned for news of other events, hopefully including another actual Monster Parade, the last week of May and early June. These events will wrap-up Baucont’d on page 5 ...

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Monsters parade through an imagined garden ... cont’d

1 berger’s tenure as emerging curator at YAC, which was based on her true enjoyment of children’s art and her desire to share it with a wider audience. However, the Monster Parade will go on. Bauberger will be making mini monsters, with the public, at Arts in the Park, June 20 to 24. Watch for monsters in The Puppet Path, which Nakai Theatre will bring this September to Wondercrawl, along the Whitehorse Waterfront. She is also scheming monster parades in her youthful hometown of Peterborough, Ontario, this October. For more information, contact Nicole Bauberger at 867-6681577. n

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GENERAL EVENTS Wed May 25 Community Kitchen 11:30 AM Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre Hot nutritious meals to-go, a free, low-barrier, program for women identifying individuals and children. Call 667-2693 for more info Wed May 25 20-Minute Markover 2:00 PM Whitehorse Various Venues Team up and clean up your favourite parks, trails, and recreation areas. Drop off garbage at designated locations, you can also enter a draw to win some great prizes Wed May 25 Rental Housing 101 6:00 PM Whitehorse Public Library Residential Tenancies Office and Yukon Public Libraries present a free drop-in session about the rental market in the Yukon. Open to everyone. No registration required. Free sandwiches and drinks will be served. In the Library meeting room. Wed May 25 Pitch Night + Speed Date the Funders 6:00 PM Funders will be sharing their 3-minute pitches about what they offer. Following the pitches, there will be a small group speed dating round with the funders for the chance to ask them questions about how to be successful applying. Register online.

Wed May 25 Texas Hold’em for Members and Signed in Guests 6:30 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Masks are mandatory and must be worn. To join in the fun, you must have a valid 2021 membership. Wed May 25 CIC Yukon Presents: Dr. Chris Kilford – Putin’s Shadow 7:00 PM Baked Cafe CIC Yukon in Conversation with Dr. Chris Kilford: “Putin’s Shadow: The Coming World Order and What Does It Mean for Canada?” Wed May 25 Klondike Cruisers AGM 7:00 PM Yukon Transportation Museum AGM to include reports from the Executive, including a Financial Report. Also elections for President, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary will be held. Thu May 26 Fireweed Community Market 3:00 PM Shipyards Park Local artisans sell their wares, email info@ fireweedmarket.ca for more info. Thu May 26 Caregiver Information Session 5:30 PM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Options available to provide care, including emergency and respite opportunities. Support for caregivers include financial resources, training and more. Free dinner provided. All are welcome. Thu May 26 Rotary Wine Series 5:30 & 7:30 PM Whiskey Jacks Pub & Grill A different flight of wines will be poured each week by knowledgeable wine representatives who will share their wine expertise with you. Tickets online: https://bit.ly/3NoWJXk Thu May 26 Repair Cafe 6:00 PM Yukonstruct Makespace Broken toaster, vacuum cleaner, or other small home appliance? 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. Fri May 27 Seniors Crib 1:00 PM Golden Age Society Fri May 27 Legion TGIF Dinner Night 6:00 PM Whitehorse Legion Branch 254 Sat May 28 Yukon Amateur Radio Association Coffee Discussion Group 8:45 AM A&W Restaurant Hams from outside the Yukon and those are interested are welcome to join us in this casual event. Sat May 28 & Sun May 29 Le Bazaar, Vintage & Collectibles Pop-Up Shop 10:00 AM Captain Martin House Browse collectables, vinyl, vintage cameras, figurines, comics and much more. Sat May 28 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 Sat May 28 Claire Gallagher and the Compassion Pills 7:00 PM The Guild Hall Local Whitehorse artist Claire Gallagher (they/them) was the Jenni House Artist during the month of October 2021. They will be presenting the visual art they created during the month, plus performing related music with their band The Compassion Pills. Tickets online: https://bit.ly/3Nnbwli

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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.

SPICED CARROT AND FETA SANDWICHES

weet spiced carrots and salty brined feta make this a vegetarian sandwich that’s super satisfying. You can serve this sandwich warm or at room temperature, which makes it a great sandwich to take to work or school. Serves 2

INGREDIENTS ❑ 4 carrots, peeled and quartered ❑ 2 tbsp olive oil

Peeled carrots

Spice mixture on the carrots, ready for the oven

❑ 1 tsp curry powder ❑ 1/2 tsp ground cumin ❑ 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon ❑ 1/2 tsp salt ❑ 1/2 tsp pepper ❑ 1/4 cup crumbled feta ❑ 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped ❑ Drizzle of lemon juice ❑ 4 slices sourdough bread, toasted

Feta and cilantro

Toss carrots with olive oil, curry, cumin, cinnamon and salt and pepper, and place in a 425°F oven and cook until browned, about 20 minutes. Remove and let cool to room temperature.

Assemble sandwiches by dividing spiced carrots between 2 slices of bread. Top with feta and chopped cilantro and a drizzle of lemon. Cut in half and serve.

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Fresh Spruce Tips

As I write, It’s the end of the first week in May.

he freak dump of snow is behind us, the birds are back, and folks have been spotting croci on sunny hillsides for several days now. Tiny brown buds are already swelling at the ends of spruce branches. Chances are that by the time you read this, those buds will have burst into the bright-green flames of fresh new spruce needles, packed tightly together under a papery husk. Soon we will be harvesting spruce tips. The popularity of spruce tips as a seasoning, a tea, a medicine and in jellies and syrups has grown so much over the past few years that it’s even more important that we remember these tips are the tree’s new growth. It’s a good time to remind ourselves of the protocols of sustainable harvesting: take one in every six tips, leave the one at the very end of the branch in place, gather from healthy trees and spread your harvest over several trees in several areas. Finally, take only what you think you will use. There will be more next year. Some harvesters like to flick the little husk off the end of the tip as they pick—sometimes I do, but generally I don’t bother because the husks will be ground into flakes for salts and sugars, or strained out in teas, jellies and syrups. Once they’re harvested, I usually air-dry a few cups of spruce tips and store them in a glass jar—they make an excellent substitute for rosemary. (Try them in sourdough focaccia.) The rest I pack into re-

sealable bags and freeze, taking them out as needed. The spruce tip season is so short that there’s always a bit of anxiety about getting out there soon enough, but once the spruce tips are picked and dried, or bagged and frozen, the cook is free to experiment with abandon, all year long. Here are a few pantry items to be starting with. TO AIR-DRY SPRUCE TIPS Spread tips in a single layer on baking sheets. If drying frozen (thawed) tips, pat them dry in a tea towel first and turn often for the first few days. Dry in a cool room away from direct sunlight, for about a week, turning occasionally until tips are the texture of dried rosemary, from 5 to 7 days. Store in jars in a cool, dark cupboard. SPRUCE TIP SUGAR OR SALT Note: This recipe is for either spruce tip sugar or spruce tip salt, because the proportions and the method are the same. Use sugar in spruce tip shortbreads; add salt to rubs for grilled meat or fish. Ingredients • 1/4 cup fresh, dried, or frozen (thawed) spruce tips, minced or chopped in a spice grinder • 1/4 cup granulated sugar or kosher salt Instructions Mix tips and sugar or salt thoroughly in a small bowl. Decant into a glass jar and store in a cool, dark cupboard. Will keep indefinitely. Note that when made with fresh or frozen (thawed) spruce tips, the mixture tends to clump— simply break up with a fork before using. Makes 1/2 cup sugar or salt. SPRUCE TIP SYRUP Use as a topping for ice cream, combine with honey and pour over baklava or, of course, add to your favourite gin cocktail.

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Lillian Nakamura Maguire Grey Matters, a writers’ collective, gives voice to the perspectives and stories of older Yukoners. Lillian Nakamura Maguire, a retired rural Whitehorse resident, enjoys writing, painting and other creative expressions.

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I learned an unfamiliar word last week, liminality (liminal space)— the in-between space, a time of transition.

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A couple cherry-blossom viewing at VanDusen Botanical Garden, in Vancouver end of our life may think of rituals for celebrating our own life or the lives of loved ones. So many have faced the isolation and separation from family members, over the last two years of Covid. We’ve been in a holding pattern, waiting and not knowing what to do next. Do we go back to the old and familiar ways? I’ve taken some time to pause, to reflect on what I’ve learned, to recover and, finally, to emerge out of this “dark cave.” What can we do

to support our transition and spring into this new life? I took a hesitant step forward, in April, and ventured out on a plane to the Vancouver Cherry Blossom Festival. My spirit was lifted by seeing the blossoms of not only cherry trees, but of magnolia, rhododendron, daffodils and tulips. There is something physically uplifting about being surrounded by greenery and bathing in blossoms. Below the falling petals of white cherry blossoms, I saw a young couple sitting on the ground, enjoying a picnic. In Japan, this is a common spring ritual. That evening I talked to my husband, in Whitehorse, who was experiencing the gentle falling of snow and minus 22. On a VanDusen garden walk, with a guide, we stopped to admire a “Snow Goose,” a type of cherry tree. And there appeared a flash of iridescent green, a hummingbird drinking in the blossoms. We enjoyed drinking in the view of the hummingbird and the blossoms. It was such a gift to see some signs of spring and to imagine that it would soon arrive in the Yukon. Our family’s spring ritual is to go for a crocus walk along the hillside, across from our place, to discover the first ones. We sighted one on April 29. The other markers of spring are the flypast of trumpeter and tundra swans and, if we’re lucky, a bluebird looking for a suitable nesting spot. While in the Lower Mainland, it was a special treat to spend some time with my sister, who I hadn’t seen in person since the summer of 2019. We went to the Surrey location, the house site my father had built when he settled in Canada in 1937. The new owners demolished the house around 1979, and it is now a church parking lot. In 1979, I was there with my parents, my oldest brother and my husband and son, the day before the new owners demolished the house. I salvaged two lead-paned windows.

For my parents, the house had represented a liminal space. It was a time of transition when the federal government had forcibly moved all people of Japanese ancestry, from the Lower Mainland, to places east of the Rockies, in 1942. That is part of my family history and is one that I continue to research and write about for my family and for others interested in that history. I think legacy stories can help us all to transition to new perspectives and perhaps to identify our own values and direction. For those fortunate to have grandchildren or young people in their lives, stories of life experiences and lessons learned provide wonderful triggers for

deep conversations. We’re all emerging now from Covid restrictions, from the confines of our homes and from the dark and cold of winter. For me, I will get outdoors—camping, walking, gardening a bit (but not enough to hamper my camping trips), socializing with friends and family, retreating to paint with watercolours, writing, reading, and hopefully creating a legacy gift. What will you do to move out of that liminal space and transition to the next phase of your life? Stay safe. n

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The Yellow Warbler is one the Yukon’s prettiest songbirds, migrating from wintering grounds in Central America to nest here each spring. It’s the favourite bird of Lena Ware, this year’s Feature Birder for the Yukon Bird Club’s Annual Birdathon as possible, while raising funds for bird conservation and awareness. It’s a friendly competition, for some. Founder Jim Hawkings, the YBC’s current president, sees the Birdathon as an opportunity to “combine a bit of fun and education with a bit of fundraising. It’s a chance to spend as much or as little time as you like enjoying the outdoors—when it is alive with the full variety of birds that will be breeding here, as well as some that are still migrating north,” he said. It’s not just for “twitchers” or avid birders, either. “We try to encourage birdwatchers of all kinds to participate, including beginners and families,” Hawkings said. Donations (tax deductible) are generated through pledges or

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directly, online, to support YBC’s non-profit education-related programs, such as research grants, field trips and scholarships. Prizes offered include those for self-propelled enviro-birders, families/households, new participants, home birders (deck, yard) and the youngest and oldest participants. Last year, of the 147 species reported, overall, well-known birder Jukka Jantunen identified the most (111), followed by Adam Perrier (102), and Haines Junction birder Julie Bauer (92). Malcolm Boothroyd tallied 80 species on his fossil-free Birdathon, cycling and paddling. Hawkings said a key part of the event is a social gathering, afterwards, to share food and the day’s birding adventures. This year’s wrap-up potluck

f you can’t join in on this year’s Birdathon, consider sponsoring Lena Ware, the club’s designated Feature Birder. Ware is a biologist with the Canadian Wildlife Service and a new YBC board member. She’s putting a small Birdathon team together to scour local hotspots — such as the impressive McIntyre Creek wetlands, to meet her birding target of 90 species. Ware’s birding passion began in BC in 2013 while doing research on Yellow Warblers, her favourite bird. The tiny, colourful songbird winters in Central America but heads north to breed and raise a family. It’s often found in willows and is known for its sweet, vibrant song. Fascinated by migration, Ware’s worked on beach bird surveys, owl surveys, and vol-

barbecue is at Rotary Peace Park, at 6 p.m. on Saturday. To find out more about the Birdathon, get bird checklists and other birding resources, visit YBC’s website at yukonbirds.ca. The club’s free guided bird walks, to local hotspots such as the Whitehorse Quartz Road marsh, can introduce you to Yukon’s bird world and knowledgeable birders. An easy and useful birding tool is eBird (check out ebird.org/canada/home), an online program and mobile app to record your checklist and view what other people have reported—both locally and around the world, often in real time. Binoculars and a good birding guide, online or from your library or bookstore, are useful, too.

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Please visit whatsupyukon.com for up to date event details. Some events may be postponed or cancelled after we print. ATLIN Fridays Atlin Community Library Atlin Community LIbrary 2:00 PM Open two days per week, Fridays and Saturdays, covid protocols apply. Sundays St. Martins Anglican Church Sunday Service 10:00 AM St. Martins Anglican Church 10:00 AM Everyone is welcome. Tuesdays Craft Dinner 5:00 PM Atlin Mountain Inn Craft and eat with good company, special meal discounts for crafters. Finish an old craft or start something new! Tuesdays 5 Mile Group (OM) 7:30 PM Tutan Hit building Next to Centre for Culture Call 1-250-651-7900 Ext. 315

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

CARCROSS Wednesdays Yukon Unity (OM) 3:00 PM Online Yukon Health Centers, Live Video Meeting Beaver Creek, Carcross, Carmacks, Dawson City, Destruction Bay, Faro, Haines Junction, Mayo, Old Crow, Pelly Crossing, Ross River, Teslin, Watson Lake. First Sunday of Every Month St. Saviours Church Services 2:00 pm St. Saviour Church 867-668-3129 Mondays Light Walkers Group (OM) 5:00 PM Fire Hall meeting room 1137 Austin St.

CARMACKS Thu May 27 – Sun May 29 28th Lil G Floor Hockey Tournament Village of Carmacks Recreation Centre Divisions Ages 8-13 and 14-Adult, to register call 332-1517 Sat May 28 Gentle Yoga 1:00 PM Carmacks Recreation Centre Sat May 28 Intense Yoga.2:00 PM Carmacks Recreation Centre Sat May 28 Pickleball 19+ 3:00 PM Carmacks Recreation Centre Call 3321517 for more info.

Sat May 28 Pickleball 50+ 4:00 PM Carmacks Recreation Centre Call 3321517 for more info. Mon May 30 Nerf Battle Dome - Group 1 Ages 8-12 6:00 PM Carmacks Recreation Centre Personal blasters must be approved by recreation staff, form to complete and strict safety rules. Mon May 30 Nerf Battle Dome - Group 2 Ages 12-18 7:00 PM Carmacks Recreation Centre Personal blasters must be approved by recreation staff, form to complete and strict safety rules.

DAWSON CITY Tue thru Thur St Paul’s Anglican Church Evening Prayer 4:00 PM St Paul’s Anglican Church Join us in person at the church, or online (Facebook Live) Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at 4pm Yukon Time for Evening Prayer. Tue thruThu Saint Mary’s Weekday Mass 5:00 PM Saint Mary’s Catholic Church Join Father Emanuel for weekday mass Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays Wednesdays Yukon Unity (OM) 3:00 PM Online Yukon Health Centers, Live Video Meeting Beaver Creek, Carcross, Carmacks, Dawson City, Destruction Bay, Faro, Haines Junction, Mayo, Old Crow, Pelly Crossing, Ross River, Teslin, Watson Lake. Until Jun 15 Anthology of Weeds WildFlowers by Alex Murphy ODD Gallery KIAC Viewing hours Tue – Fri 10-5 Sat 12-4 Wed May 25 55+ Virtual Fitness Class 2:00 PM Art & Margaret Fry Rec Centre A 6-week strength class for Dawsonites over Zoom Call 993-7400 ext 299 for Zoom link.. Wed May 25 Groove Dance with Natasha Henderson 5:15 PM Minto Parkside Room Get your groove on and dance your heart out. Wed May 25 Beginner Muay Thai 6:30 PM Minto Park Drop-In Thu May 26 Adult Soccer 7:15 PM Robert Service School Register Fri May 27 Cards & Conversation 12:30 PM Royal Canadian Legion Branch 1 Dawson City Free! Drop-In! No registration necessary. Proof of double vaccination required for anyone ages 12+. For more info email recreation@ cityofdawson.ca or call 993-7400 ext 299.

Sat May 28 Drone Day Palace Grand Theatre An annual celebration of drone, community, and experimental sounds, takes place all over the world. Sat May 28 Yin Yoga with Allison Paprocki 8:15 AM Minto Park Yin Yoga is a slower paced more meditative yoga. 6 weeks. Register online. Sat May 28 HÄN GHẢ CHUKĖT TRÄÄTÄTSEY Artist Markets 2022 11:00 AM KIAC Call 993-5005 for more info. Sat May 28 Under 5 Gym Drop-In 10:00 AM Robert Service School Sat May 28 & Sun May 29 Learn to Skate Workshop 12:00 PM Lessons are for Youth Beginner, Youth Intermediate, and All-Female Youth and Adults (Beginner and Intermediate). Everyone is welcome for the free, open skates both days at 2pm. Call 993-7400 Ext 299 to register. Sat May 28 AA North Star Group Dawson City 7:00 PM Royal Canadian Legion In person or Videoconference option available Call 867-993-5095 or 867-993-3734 for more information Sun May 29 Under 5 Gym Drop-In 10:00 AM Robert Service School Sun May 29 Saint Mary’s Sunday Service 10:30 AM Saint Mary’s Catholic Church Join Father Emanuel each Sunday for service. Everyone is always welcome. Sun May 29 St Paul’s Anglican Church Sunday Service 10:30 AM 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. Sun May 29 Screen Printing Drop-in with Dan Brown 6:00 PM Klondike Institute of Art & Culture (KIAC) Includes: use of screens*, emulsion, and ink! There is a refundable deposit of $20 per screen though participants are welcome to bring their own. Sun May 29 Adult Co-Ed Volleyball 7:15 PM Robert Service School Register Sun May 29 Household Badminton 6:00 & 7:00 PM Robert Service School Pre-register with the Rec Dept to book your time slot for your household. Call us at 993-7400 ext 299 to register. Mon May 30 Groove Dance with Natasha Henderson 4:30 PM Minto Parkside Room Get your groove on and dance your heart out.

Mon May 30 Advanced Muay Thai 6:00 PM Minto Park Drop-In Mon May 30 Adult Basketball 7:30 PM Robert Service School Register online Mon May 30 Young Peoples Talking Circle 7:00 PM Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Youth Centre Tue May 31 Romp & Run 10:30 AM YOOP Hall Email Jen.Suttis@cdcyukon. ca for more info. Tue May 31 Hand Building Pottery Drop-In 6:00 PM KIAC Space is limited to 6 participants, first come first served. Tue May 31 Fitness Bootcamp with Strive HQ 6:00 PM Minto Park An outdoor functional fitness class using bodyweight calisthenics, weights, strength, agility and endurance. Call 993-7400 ext 299 or email recreation@ cityofdawson.ca Tue May 31 English Conversation Club 7:00 PM YukonU A weekly English Conversation Club for immigrants in Dawson City.

FARO Monday thru Friday Open Gym 1:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Unstructured activity time where the gymnasium is available to students, families, and/ or community members to play pickup sports. Call 994-2375 or email recreation@faroyukon.ca for more info. Tuesdays & Thursdays Parent & Tots 10:00 AM Faro Recreation Centre Spend quality time with your child while you both have fun and learn and socialize. Call 994-2375 or email recreation@faroyukon.ca for more information. Tuesdays & Thursdays Senior Yoga 1:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Carve out some time on the mat for this relaxing and gentle Yoga practice. Call 994-2375 or email recreation@ faroyukon.ca for more info. Tuesdays & Thursdays Kids Club 3:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre For ages 6 to 13 - Registration required, stop in or call 994-2375 Wednesdays Yukon Unity (OM) 3:00 PM Online Yukon Health Centers, Live Video Meeting Beaver Creek, Carcross, Carmacks, Dawson City, Destruction Bay, Faro, Haines Junction, Mayo, Old Crow, Pelly Crossing, Ross River, Teslin, Watson Lake.

Wednesdays Faro Seniors - Games and Walks 1:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Wednesdays Basketball (Open Court) 4:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Shoot some hoops, practice your skills on the open court. Call 994-2375 or email recreation@faroyukon.ca for more info. Wednesdays Kids Indoor Soccer 3:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Individual soccer skills and drills that emphasize, trapping, passing, footwork, shooting, headers, throw-ins, trap/pull backs and goal tending. Call 994-2375 or email recreation@faroyukon.ca Wednesdays Archery 4:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Wednesdays Bootcamp Fitness Camp 4:45 PM Faro Recreation Centre Join Cindy Bekk, if you have any questions call 332-9011 Thursdays Archery 7:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Fridays Family Crafts and Boardgames 4:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Saturdays Open Gym 4:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Unstructured activity time where the gymnasium is available to students, families, and/or community members to play pick-up sports. Call 994-2375 or email recreation@ faroyukon.ca for more info. Wed May 25 Faro Market 3:00 PM Campbell Region Interpretive Centre Support local artists, find baking, locally grown produce, crafts and art.

HAINES JUNCTION Wednesdays Yukon Unity (OM) 3:00 PM Online Yukon Health Centers, Live Video Meeting Beaver Creek, Carcross, Carmacks, Dawson City, Destruction Bay, Faro, Haines Junction, Mayo, Old Crow, Pelly Crossing, Ross River, Teslin, Watson Lake. Wed May 25 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] Thu May 26 Vaccination Clinic 9:30 AM Haines Junction Health Centre Second boosters now available for everyone 5 yrs +, book your appt online.

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MARSH LAKE Wednesdays Yukon Unity (OM) 3:00 PM Online Yukon Health Centers, Live Video Meeting Beaver Creek, Carcross, Carmacks, Dawson City, Destruction Bay, Faro, Haines Junction, Mayo, Old Crow, Pelly Crossing, Ross River, Teslin, Watson Lake. Thursdays Shuffleboard And Games Night 6:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Jackalope Members & guests Thursdays Jackalope Open for drinks and snacks 5:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Fridays Jackalope Open for drinks and snacks 5:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Saturdays Knitting Circle 11:00 AM Marsh Lake Community Centre Everyone wielding a hook, needle or pin is welcome. Saturdays Family Playtime and Open Gym 3:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Saturdays Jackalope Open for Drinks and Snacks 3:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Tuesdays North of 60 Seniors Coffee and Chat 2:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Tuesdays Yoga With Richard 5:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre This is a New Horizons/Lotteries Yukon/Marsh Lake Community Society sponsored program which is being offered free of charge to participants. If you have a yoga mat, bring it. If not, no worries, we have some available

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Wed May 25 Mount Lorne Craft Night 7:00 PM Mount Lorne Community Centre Thu May 26 Parent Child Mother Goose 10:30 PM Lorne Mountain Community Centre Discover the power and pleasure of rhymes, songs and stories. Please bring a blanket to sit on.Registration required: Call 332-6997 Thu May 26 Learn to Run 3:30 PM Lorne Mountain Community Association Get some guidance on how to run happily! Everyone is welcome! Fri May 27 Mount Lorne Drop In Yoga 11:00 AM Mount Lorne Community Centre Mon May 30 Mount Lorne Drop In Yoga 7:00 PM Mount Lorne Community Centre Mon May 30 Learn to Run 6:00 PM Lorne Mountain Community Association Get some guidance on how to run happily! Everyone is welcome!

Wed May 25 Seniors Computer Tutoring with Yukon Learn 1:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Computers, tablets phones, internet, email, social media, zoom... we can answer any of your questions. For more information call 1-888-668-6280 Wed May 25 Coffee And Chat 2:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Thu May 26 Carpet Bowling 10:00 AM Tagish Community Centre

TESLIN Wed May 25 Pickleball 12:00 PM Teslin Recreation Centre Wed May 25 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. Wed May 25 Community Art Program 6:30 PM Teslin Recreation Centre Meet in the Mezzanine Wed May 25 Pickleball 7:00 PM Teslin Recreation Centre

WATSON LAKE Wednesdays Yukon Unity (OM) 3:00 PM Online Yukon Health Centers, Live Video Meeting Beaver Creek, Carcross, Carmacks, Dawson City, Destruction Bay, Faro, Haines Junction, Mayo, Old Crow, Pelly Crossing, Ross River, Teslin, Watson Lake. Mon & Thur Drop-in Pickleball & Badminton 7:00 PM Watson Lake Secondary School Come try out pickleball and badminton, ideal for ages 13+, more info at the rec centre. Sundays St. John’s Church Service 10:00 AM St. John’s Church Service (867) 536-2932 Fri May 27 Watson Lake Bowling League 7:00 PM Watson Lake Recreation Centre 4 players per team, teams must be pre-registered. To sign up, call Karalee at 335-7979. Sat May 28 Baptiste Power Yoga 7:00 PM Fees apply. A muscle-shaping and mind-sculpting workout, work at your own level and ability, set to electronic music. Sat May 28 Pickleball & Badminton Watson Lake Secondary School 7:00 PM Sun May 29 Sunday Nite Volleyball 11:00 AM Watson Lake Secondary School Tue May 31 Pickleball & Badminton Watson Lake Secondary School 7:00 PM

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Wednesdays Women’s Morning Worship 7:00 AM First Presbyterian Church of Skagway All are welcome. Part of the Alaska Presbytery and the PC U.S.A. Wednesdays Windy Valley Babies 10:30 AM Skagway Public Library Stories, Songs, and Fun with Ms. Anna! Designed for ages 0-3. Fridays Skagway Teen Night 6:30 PM Skagway Public Library Sundays Sunday School 4:00 PM First Presbyterian Church of Skagway Sundays Sunday Worship 10:00 AM First Presbyterian Church of Skagway Wed May 25-28 Northwords Writers Symposium 8:00 AM Skagway Various Locations North Join us for four days of panel discussions, workshops, consultations, readings, and activities in Skagway and Dyea. Registration is limited to 40 participants, which makes our conference intimate and special.

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Thu May 26 S.T.E.M Club 6:30 PM Teslin Recreation Centre Ages 6-12 Fri May 27 Drop In Basketball 7:00 PM Khàtìnas.àxh Community School Sat May 28 Parent & Tot Play 10:00 AM Teslin Recreation Centre Held in the Foam Room at the daycare, for ages 1 to 2.5 years. Call 689-6375 for more info. Mon May 30 Volleyball 7:00 PM Khàtìnas.àxh Community School Mon May 30 Kids Archery & Arctic Sport with YASC 3:30 PM Teslin Recreation Centre Mon May 30 Adult Archery & Arctic Sport with YASC 5:30 PM Teslin Recreation Centre Tue May 31 Youth in the Kitchen 3:00 PM Teslin Recreation Centre Sign up in advance. Tue May 31 Parents and Tots 6:00 PM Teslin Recreation Centre Held in the Foam Room at the daycare, for ages 1 to 2.5 years. Call 689-6375 for more info

Weekdays Lunchtime Lengths 12:00 PM Mayo Recreation Centre Weekdays Mayo Mornings Parent and Tot Time 10:00 AM Mayo Recreation Centre Mondays Video Yoga Classes 5:15 PM Mayo Curling Arena Yoga Videos are used for leading each class. Bring your own Yoga mat or borrow ours. Drop-ins are welcome. For more info call 9962043 8979962043 Mondays Dinner and Movie Night 5:00 PM Mayo Community Hall And Recreation Centre Tuesdays Drop-in Art Night 7:00 PM Mayo Curling Lounge If you can bring a

Wednesdays Parent and Tots 4:00 PM Old Crow Community Center Call 9663015 for more info. Wednesdays Yukon Unity (OM) 3:00 PM Online Yukon Health Centers, Live Video Meeting Beaver Creek, Carcross, Carmacks, Dawson City, Destruction Bay, Faro, Haines Junction, Mayo, Old Crow, Pelly Crossing, Ross River, Teslin, Watson Lake.

is required but the program is still run as a drop in. There is no commitment

photo that you would like to work from that would be great. No experience necessary. Sundays St. Mary’s Church Service 11:00 AM St Mary’s Church (867)6677746 Wednesdays Yukon Unity (OM) 3:00 PM Online Yukon Health Centers, Live Video Meeting Beaver Creek, Carcross, Carmacks, Dawson City, Destruction Bay, Faro, Haines Junction, Mayo, Old Crow, Pelly Crossing, Ross River, Teslin, Watson Lake. Wed May 25 Resume Workshop 9:00 AM YukonU Mayo Campus One on one assistance with resume writing. Call 383-0124 for more information. Thu May 26 2022 Career Fair 11:30 AM J.V. Clark School Bring your resume! Door Prizes! Stew & Bannock! A positive space to explore jobs that can lead to valuable careers. Contact Geri-Lee for more info at 383-0124 or email educ. assist@nndfn.com Mon May 30 Cabin Building 9:00 AM YukonU Mayo Campus For more info call 999-8800 or email swashburn@ yukonu.ca Tue May 31 Cooking Class with Avneet Chahal 5:00 PM YukonU Mayo Campus Learn to make delicious East Indian dishes, butter chicken and broccoli tikki. Must pre-register by May 26, email swashburn@yukonu.ca or call 996-8800

Fri May 27 HJL Story Time 10:00AM Haines Junction Library Registration

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May 25, 2022

WUY:Link+LogoKlondike Institute of Art and Culture Dawson City, YT

KIAC & KVA present:

SORTIE EN VÉLO DE

The Best Things in Life are… Rescued!

Meet Bronson!

May 30

He is a 2 year old, male, pitbull mix. This lovable guy is full of love! He is quite playful and loves to be with people. He is medium sized, and has a medium coat. He has a bit of energy and would benefit from regular moderate exercise. He knows the basics but would do well with someone furthering his training and socialization. He would do well in a home with older children, and with proper introduction, a female dog. We do not know how he is with cats. If you are interested in adopting Bronson please fill out an online application at humanesocietyyukon.ca.. If you already have a pre-approved application with us within the last year, call 633-6019 to put your application towards her.

INTRODUCTION TO THE INDUCTION FORGE BLACKSMITHING 6:00pm - 9:00pm ……………………….. INTERMEDIATE SEWING SEW A FLEECE BABY SWEATER 6:00pm - 9:00pm ……………………….. May 31 METAL SHOP ORIENTATION

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6:30pm - 8:30pm ……………………….. Open Hours: Wed-Sun 1pm-9pm

MONTAGNE 11 Juin 10 h à 15 h 30 Au mont McIntyre Gratuit

DAWSON CITY SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Starting May 27, 2022 Shows every Friday 12pm at the Gazebo & 8pm (doors 7:30) @ KIAC Ballroom / Dënäkär Zho Fri May 27: NOON at the Gazebo: Olivier Clements Ensemble. 8pm show at KIAC: Lorène Charmetant Band. Tickets & more info: kiac.eventbrite.ca Drone Day: Experimental Music & Sound Saturday, May 28, Palace Grand Theatre Join us to create a blanket of immersive sound on Saturday afternoon

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

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Yukon Animal Rescue Network

May 25

Youth Drop-In Centre

PITCH NIGHT YUKON

Recreational program for teen-years youth When: Tuesday to Friday 3pm to 9 pm & Sat 1-9 pm Ages: 12-18 years old For more info: See Facebook page for schedule & activities, or email Oliver: obulpitt@bcgyukon.com

+ SPEED DATE THE FUNDERS 6:00pm - 9:00pm ……………………….. Weekly

AllStars After School Program

WELCOME WEDNESDAY

An aﬀordable, quality after school program When: Monday to Friday 3-5:00 pm following the school calendar. Ages: Ages 6-11 years old Cost: Tuition fees as follows: $315/month allstars@bgcyukon.com for inquiries Location: Downtown/Takhini Elementary

NEW MEMBER ORIENTATION 11am ………………………..

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

Learning Tree Early Years Centre

An aﬀordable, quality, licensed childcare program When: Monday to Friday 7:30am-5:15pm Ages: 18 months - 5 years of age Cost: Tuition fees as follows: Toddler: $160/month, Preschool: $150/month Emily Howard at 393-2824 ext 206 or eypd@bgcyukon.com Location: Riverdale

NorthLight Innovation Building 2180 2nd Ave

Got Puppies…? Did you know that if you surrender all the pups to YARN, we’ll raise the pups, pay for all their care and veterinary costs, ﬁnd them homes using a responsible adoption process – and spay your mama dog for free and give her back. We are trying to reduce the future over’PUP’ulation in the North, by adopting to family’s that will spay & neuter. Each female dog that is not spayed could produce up to 67,000 descendants in her lifetime. Unwanted dogs - suffer. For more information or to send us a message visit our

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Gardening Workshops with Organic Market Gardener, Bart Bounds

Thursdays: 5:30- 7pm at the Learning Garden in Shipyards Park May 26: Garden Preparation & Planting June 2: Soil Fertility Management June 16: Garden Preparation June 23: Water- Irrigation & Conservation No registration required! Maximum capacity 10 people

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: Stephanie Parker: 867 668 6535 or stephanie.literacy@northwestel.net W: yukonliteracy.com Yukon Family Literacy Centre @ yukonfamilyliteracycentre

YUKON THEATRE Coming soon PORCUPINE SQUAD

DOCTOR STRANGE IN THE MULTIVERSE OF MADNESS OPENS MAY 27

The new Marvel starring Benedict Cumberbatch. Dir. Sam Raimi, USA, 122 minutes

DOWNTON ABBEY: A NEW ERA SECOND WEEK - MAY 27 The Crawley family goes on a grand journey to the South of France to uncover the mystery of the dowager

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

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Do you have a fear of PUBLIC SPEAKING? Would you like to improve your public speaking skills, build confidence and hone your listening skills?  Feel free to attend with no obligation, any Toastmaster (TM) meeting.  You can attend 3 meetings as a guest while deciding to join.  You can just show up at a meeting before we begin (11:55am). Actually, great value for the benefit, private public speaking professionals charge hundreds of dollars for courses, TM is much more affordable. When: Thursdays at noon till 1 pm Where: Sport Yukon, 4th Ave, Whitehorse Questions: herbeeking@hotmail.com

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Please visit whatsupyukon.com for up to date event details. Some events may be postponed or cancelled after we print. ACTIVE LISTINGS Wed May 25 Gym Buds 7:30 AM Northern Strength Academy a fun, positive, accepting environment where everyone can feel inspired to achieve their goals. Wed May 25 Multisport Strength and Agility 11:00 AM Northern Strength Academy Improve your agility, balance, running economy, coordination and strength Wed May 25 Noon Strength and Conditioning with Ben McPherson 12:00 PM Northern Strength Academy This class consists of dynamic, functional, but progressive movements that will improve your strength, balance and mobility for whatever you do. Wed May 25 Lunchtime Yoga 12:00 PM Northern Strength Academy Wed May 25 Women’s Strength Class 5:30 PM Northern Strength Academy learn and train with foundational functional movements, working to gain strength, power, improve mobility, movement and coordination. Wed May 25 Running Class 5:30 PM Northern Strength Academy Join coach Ian Weir as he helps to improve technique, pacing, cadence, breath, power and more in these evening run sessions! All Levels Welcome Wed May 25 Habit Cycle 5:30 PM A 50 min indoor cycling (spin) class, drop in or purchase 5-10 class pass. Wed May 25 Zumba 6:00 PM 7th Ray Studio A fitness program that combines Latin and international music with dance moves. Register online Wed May 25 Adult Drop in Bouldering Nights 6:30 PM Porter Creek Secondary School Covid protocols in place please sign up ahead of your drop in on our facebook or website, as we have limited space for participation Wed May 25 Kids BJJ 4:45 & 6:00 PM Eight Days Martial Arts Children’s classes are focused on self defense Jiu Jitsu. A typical class starts with a warm up game, stretching, technique/ drilling, and ends with more fun games! For kids 4 - 12 years old. Wed May 25 Vinyasa Flow 7:00 PM Classic Vinyasa class, seamless string together poses, quiet the body and mind. Drop in or register. Wed May 25 Table Tennis 7:30 PM Whitehorse École Whitehorse Elementary School For more info email TheMurf@northwestel.net Thu May 26 Habit Cycle 7:00 PM A 50 min indoor cycling (spin) class, drop in or purchase 5-10 class pass. Thu May 26 Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 7:30 PM Eight Days Martial Arts Often referred to as the game of human chess, BJJ is a grappling based art that utilizes takedowns, sweeps, joint locks and strangle holds to subdue your opponent or attacker. Thu May 26 Coast Mountain Sports Trail Run Series 6:15 PM Whitehorse Various Locations Venue changes from week to week so check athletics yukon website for location each week or you can run virtually.

Thu May 26 30 min Insanity Live Friday Lunch Hour Classes 12:00 PM Avalanche Athletics Whether you’re an extreme athlete or a beginner, you can go at your own pace and successfully complete this workout! Register online Thu May 26 Hatha Yoga 12:00 PM Grace Space Find alignment mental and physical during this hour of inspiring hatha yoga,. Register online. https://bit.ly/3kFowWQ Thu May 26 Adult Drop in Bouldering Nights 6:30 PM Porter Creek Secondary School Covid protocols in place please sign up ahead of your drop in on our facebook or website, as we have limited space for participation Fri May 27 Gym Buds 7:30 AM Northern Strength Academy a fun, positive, accepting environment where everyone can feel inspired to achieve their goals. Fri May 27 Birdfest! 24-hour Yukon Birdathon 5:00 PM Whitehorse Various Locations Go solo or with your friends and family. Form a team! Explore close to home — avoid using fossil fuels if possible. After the birding, we’ll meet for a potluck BBQ to share stories. Fri May 27 Kids BJJ 5:30 PM Eight Days Martial Arts Children’s classes are focused on self defense Jiu Jitsu. A typical class starts with a warm up game, stretching, technique/ drilling, then ends with more fun games! For kids approximately 4 - 12 years old. Fri May 27 Zumba 6:00 PM 7th Ray Studio A fitness program that combines Latin and international music with dance moves. Register online Fri May 27 Table Tennis 7:30 PM Whitehorse École Whitehorse Elementary School For more info email TheMurf@northwestel.net Sat May 28 Dragon Boating Open House Schwatka Lake Day Use Area a great opportunity to have fun with other people on the water. Ages 16+ and is suitable to everyone of ability. Sat May 28 Yukon Energy Haeckel Hill Run 10:00 AM Icy Waters Road off the Fish Lake Road This annual AY run tests your legs by running up Haeckel Hill starting at the wildlife viewing ending at the windmills. Sat May 28 Table Tennis 1:30 PM Whitehorse École Whitehorse Elementary School For more info email TheMurf@northwestel.net Sun May 29 Habit Cycle 10:00 AM A 50 min indoor cycling (spin) class, drop in or purchase 5-10 class pass. Sun May 29 Spirit Bear Shorin-Ryu Seibukan Karate10:30 AM Heart of Riverdale Located in the Pink Studio Includes a challenging warmup to increase your physical strength, stamina and endurance, followed up by learning basic movements and how to apply them to effective techniques. Mon May 30 Gym Buds 7:30 AM Northern Strength Academy a fun, positive, accepting environment where everyone can feel inspired to achieve their goals.

Mon May 30 Multisport Strength and Agility 11:00 AM Northern Strength Academy Improve your agility, balance, running economy, coordination and strength Mon May 30 Noon Strength and Conditioning with Ben McPherson 12:00 PM Northern Strength Academy This class consists of dynamic, functional, but progressive movements that will improve your strength, balance and mobility for whatever you do. Mon May 30 Kids Muay Thai 4:45 PM Eight Days Martial Arts Muay Thai teaches combat skills that are good for self-defense along with positive holistic effects like respect, discipline, focus, and confidence. Open to ages 8 - 12. Mon May 30 Running Class 5:30 PM Northern Strength Academy Join coach Ian Weir as he helps to improve technique, pacing, cadence, breath, power and more in these evening run sessions! All Levels Welcome Mon May 30 Women’s Muay Thai Kickboxing 6:00 PM Eight Days Martial Arts The art of 8 limbs, Muay Thai Kickboxing has proven itself to be the go to striking style of many martial arts champions. Mon May 30 Muay Thai Kickboxing 6:00 PM Eight Days Martial Arts The art of 8 limbs, Muay Thai Kickboxing has proven itself to be the go to striking style of many martial arts champions. This is due to its use of all available weapons. Fists, elbows, knees and shins are all used to attack your opponent. Clinch work is also another defining element of this exciting fighting style Mon May 30 Go-Gi Jiu Jitsu 7:30 PM Eight Days Martial Arts This class is very similar to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, only the students typically practice in shorts and a rash guard t-shirt. There is also typically a little more wrestling and leg locks due to the rules in tournaments being less restrictive. Mon May 30 Habit Cycle 7:00 PM A 50 min indoor cycling (spin) class, drop in or purchase 5-10 class pass. Tue May 31 Total Body HIIT 12:15 PM Habit Yukon 30 min lunchtime high intensity interval training. All levels welcome, drop in and first time try it rates available. Tue May 31 Kids BJJ 4:45 & 6:00 PM Eight Days Martial Arts Children’s classes are focused on self defense Jiu Jitsu. A typical class starts with a warm up game, stretching, technique/ drilling, then ends with more fun games! These classes are appropriate for kids 4 - 12 years old. Tue May 31 Habit Cycle 5:30 PM A 50 min indoor cycling (spin) class, drop in or purchase 5-10 class pass. Tue May 31 Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 6:00, 12:05 & 7:30 PM Eight Days Martial Arts Often referred to as the game of human chess, BJJ is a grappling based art that utilizes takedowns, sweeps, joint locks and strangle holds to subdue your opponent or attacker. BJJ emphasizes a lot of drilling and live sparring also known as “rolling”. Tue May 31 Sports Experts 5 KM Fun Run Walk 6:15 PM FH Collins High School Run or walk a 2.5 or 5 Km course on the Millennium Trail. Every Tuesday until the end of September

Tue May 31 Adult Drop in Bouldering Nights 6:30 PM Porter Creek Secondary School Covid protocols in place please sign up ahead of your drop in on our facebook or website, as we have limited space for participation

WELLNESS LISTINGS Elder and Counsellor available Emotional and Spiritual support, free to Indigenous women, girls, 2 spirited in Yukon, Northern BC: Phone, video appointments or in person. Call Toll Free 866 667 6162 or visit www.yawc.ca for info. Tuesdays & Saturdays Counseling Drop-In and Short Term Counselling Service 11:00 AM Canadian Mental Health Association, Yukon Free Drop-In counselling is offered every Tuesday 11am - 4pm and Saturday from 11am - 3pm. Call 6686429 for more info. Wed May 25 Grief and the Frontline Professions Hospice Yukon Learn skills and tools for supporting others through loss, to register call 667-7429 Wed May 25 Samurai Brotherhood Men’s Circle: Porcupine Squad 7:00 PM Location TBA After Pre-Registration A weekly, action-focused circle of fire + fellowship for those who identify as male aged 21+. A safe + brave space for men to share their wins and challenges, dig deeper into what’s really holding you back, set goals and be held accountable. More info: call/text Michael at 867332-4722 or email mjvernon@gmail.com. Wed May 25 Overeaters Anonymous Meeting 7:30 PM Overeaters Anonymous For more information contact oayukon@gmail.com for more information Wed May 25 No Puffin Group (CM) 8:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral Thu May 26 Sally & Sisters/Soeurs 11:00 AM Days Inn by Wyndham A safe place for women and children to access a meal. Thu May 26 Hatha Noon Yoga Class 12:00 PM Grace Space Fall Noon 1 hour Yoga class and 1 hour individual psychosomatic session. Register online. Thu May 26 Mantra and Relaxation 4:15 PM White Swan Sanctuary This class is about developing awareness of your inner Light through the practices of chanting mantra and deepening relaxation Thu May 26 KDCC Walking with Our Sisters Sewing Group 5:00 PM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre. Thu May 26 Family & Friends Support Group 7:00 PM Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) A drop-in support group for family members, caregivers and loved ones of individuals living with mental illness. Call 668-6429 or email programs@yukon.cmha.ca for more info. Thu May 26 AA Polar Group - O/M 7:30 PM Christ Church Cathedral Join our support group in person or for our zoom room address email aapolargroup@gmail.com Fri May 27 Sally & Sisters/Soeurs 11:00 AM Days Inn by Wyndham A safe place for women and children to access a meal.

Fri May 27 Yoga wake up flow with Sheila 7:20 AM Online These classes are intended to help you build a consistent and comfortable yoga practice and build a community around that practice! https://www.rootedtreemassage.com/book-online Fri May 27 Morning Yoga Stretch 9:00 AM 7th Ray Studio Easing into the day with gentling warming up and stretching. All levels are welcome Register online. Fri May 27 Pilates Roots Beginner Intensive 7:00 PM Root and Reach Pilates Work on your body awareness and understanding necessary Pilates skills, and take you through some mild to moderately challenging exercises. Register online Fri May 27 AA Whitehorse Group (OM, NS) 8:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral Looking for support with your relationship with alcohol? Join the AA Whitehorse Group.. Fri May 27 Men’s Support Group for Indigenous men 18 and over CYFN Council Of Yukon First Nations Family Preservation Services is hosting a Snaring & Trapping Workshop as part of its ongoing Support Group for Yukon First Nations and Indigenous men. Register now as space is limited! Sat May 28 AA Hospital Meeting 7:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral Sun May 29 AA Hospital Meeting 7:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral Sun May 29 Yoga with Amber 7:15 PM Habit Health and Wellness book online or email habitcommunity@gmail.com for more info Mon May 30 Yoga wake up flow with Sheila 7:20 AM Online These classes are intended to help you build a consistent and comfortable yoga practice and build a community around that practice! https://www.rootedtreemassage.com/book-online Mon May 30 Mental Health First Aid for Northern People 8:30 AM Yukon University Integrates material that reflects the experiences of Aboriginal peoples - First Nation, Inuit, and Metis. Register online. Mon May 30 Sally and Sisters Hot Lunch 11:00 AM Whitehorse United Church Free Hot Lunch for Women & Children Mon May 30 Smart Recovery Addictions Support 6:45 PM Sarah Steele Building Mon May 30 Live And Online Kundalini Yoga 8:00 AM Online Kriya, mudra, and mantra awaken your body and focus the mind. We will follow one sequence until you are able to find yourself in the flow, before moving on. Mon May 30 AA New Beginnings Group (OM, NS) 8:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral Tue May 31 Sally & Sisters/Soeurs 11:00 AM Days Inn by Wyndham A safe place for women and children to access a meal. Tue May 31 Yoga by Amber 7:00 PM 7th Ray Studio A yoga class that is for all levels and abilities, register online. Tue May 31 AA UglyDuckling Group (C/M, NS) 8:00 PM Christ Church Cathedral New members always welcome, this is a non smoking group.

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I’m not even an animal yet … ‘Cause I’m not as strong as a grizzly bear ‘Cause I’m not as big as a moose ‘Cause I’m not as fast as a fox ‘Cause I’m not as brave as a wolverine ‘Cause I’m not as wise as an owl ‘Cause I’m not as busy as a beaver ‘Cause I’m not as fearless as a porcupine ‘Cause I’m not invisible like a weasel ‘Cause I can’t jump like a squirrel ‘Cause I’m not as agile as a sheep ‘Cause I can’t climb like a martin ‘Cause I’m not as graceful as an eagle ‘Cause I’m not as quiet as a mouse ‘Cause I’m not as alert as a muskrat ‘Cause I don’t have endurance like a wolf

‘Cause I’m not as warm as a lynx ‘Cause I’m not as healthy as a mink ‘Cause I can’t swim like an otter ‘Cause I’m not as precise as a hawk ‘Cause I’m not as kind as a rabbit ‘Cause I don’t migrate like the caribou ‘Cause I’m not as invisible as an ice bear ‘Cause I don’t sing like a robin I wonder if my dog will ever tame me? When I was a kid, this Elder gave me a Gwich’in name”CHIH AHAA” Translated, it means “walking ahead” Allan Benjamin | CHIH AHAA

Allan Benjamin is a poet, a cartoonist, a fiddle player and a snowshoe racer from Old Crow, Yukon. Allan is a Vuntut Gwich’in artist who provides cartoons and poems to What’s Up Yukon. He introduces us to two sets of characters who represent Allan’s family and traditional Gwich’in life growing up in Old Crow.

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MINE UPDATE New site infrastructure at the Eagle Gold Mine: fixed conveyor, truck shop and water treatment plant.

New Site Infrastructure at the Eagle Gold Mine Over the winter, the Eagle Gold Mine construction team was busy developing new infrastructure at site including a new truck shop, conveyor extension and water treatment plant. “Since the mine started production in the Fall of 2019, the Victoria Gold team has gained experience operating through three winters to evaluate our operations and assess efficiencies,” says Victoria Gold President & CEO John McConnell. Construction of the site’s new truck shop began in the second quarter of 2021 and is now complete. It was designed and built with four full-size maintenance bays and one wash bay; each sized to accommodate the largest mobile equipment on site. A ﬁxed conveyor was also installed to support ore stacking to the upper areas of the mine’s heap leach facility (HLF). This additional conveyor was successfully constructed, commissioned and tied into the existing conveyance system over a six-week period and will feed ore directly onto the in-pad mobile stacking system for the next 18 to 24 months (until a new conveyor is installed). With the additional fixed conveyor complete, the team is now fully dedicated to building the site’s new Water Treatment Plant (WTP). Construction of the concrete foundations is underway and commissioning is scheduled for August with operation to commence shortly thereafter. The WTP will treat mine contact water for discharge, as per the mine’s operations permits. “This new Water Treatment Plant ensures that we meet our discharge requirements even in the most extreme weather events and with very high protection of the environment,” adds McConnell.

The Eagle Gold Mine is situated within Victoria Gold’s 100 per cent-owned Dublin Gulch Property located approximately 375 kilometres north of Whitehorse and 85 kilometres north, northeast of the Village of Mayo, within the traditional territory of the First Nation of Na-Cho Nyak Dun (FNNND). The company employs over 500 workers and contractors; half of which are Yukoners At Work and many are FNNND citizens. If you are a Yukoner with mining experience, Victoria Gold encourages you to become a Yukoner At Work. Visit the “Work For Us” page at vgcx.com/contact/work-for-us/ and send your resume to greatpeoplework@vgcx.com.

What's Up Yukon, May 25, 2022

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