FRE E
WHATSUPYUKON.COM
November 7, 2018 Issue #582
ge Pa s3 11 nd
,a , 10 ,4
All Northern. All Fun.
What’s Up Yukon Arts Centre - See Page 12
Photo: Erik Pinkerton
The Royal Canadian Legion will be selling poppies leading up to Remembrance Day See Page 3
EVENT LISTINGS LISTINGS EVENT
Crafting for Adults
Paris Pick’s New Album
See Page 7
See Page 18
See Pages 27 & 32 visit See9,Pages Pages 5,or17 & us 20online See
Printed in Canada
A Reputation Built on Trust and Quality Denture Specialist: Chris Von Kafka LD DD
R Health R Comfort R Function R Appearance
yukondentureclinic.ca
Canadian Licenced Denturist, Denturist Diploma
Call today for an appointment 668-2510 or 1-888-660-1839
112-1116 Front St, Horwood‘s Mall ykdenture@klondiker.com
2
November 7, 2018
whatsupyukon.com
Wasting Away in Geezerville Going on vacation? Moving? Did you know that most insurance companies require you to have your home checked while you are gone? Talk to us for some Peace of Mind Insured Reliable Professional Customized for you 867.333.0077kathleen@goldkeypropertywatch.comgoldkeypropertywatch.com
with Ken Bolton
It’s time for Mr. Green Jeans to hang it all up
3173 3rd Ave, Whitehorse YT 867-667-4275 Mon-Fri 8:00 am-5:30 pm, Sat 8:30 am-4:00 pm
• Over 30,000 quality parts available • Tools and light equipment
FEEL BEAUTIFUL FOR THE I SEASON It’s Time to Reserve Your Holiday Appointments! View our treatments & hours on our website:
elementshairandspa.ca info@elementsesthetics.ca 867-668-2430 Located inside the Goldrush Inn Appointment alerts Share the Love for Prizes
Featuring Northern Artisans Handcrafted jewelry that speaks of the Canadian North
Mon-Sat: 10 am-6 pm - Closed Nov 12 for Remembrance Day 118-1116 Front Street, Whitehorse Yukon
northendgallery.ca
info@northendgallery.ca | 867-393-3590
PHOTO: Pixabay
• Paint and body supplies
Ken muses on the end of the season and putting away the gardening tools for the year
t’s official. Apart from a few hardy species that relish cold weather for some absurd reason, backyard garden 2018 has now been decommissioned. Several less-hardy species—tomatoes, peppers, et alia—clung valiantly to life in their wheeled, rodent-resistant enclosures much longer than I had expected. But once the overnight temperatures headed into negative territory on a regular basis, they finally admitted enough was enough, tarp and burlap blankets notwithstanding. It’s an ambivalent time in Geezerville. My little patch of garden yielded countless hours of pleasant puttering all spring and summer. Not to mention the aerobic benefits of chasing and cursing those rapacious hordes of squirrels, several times per day. I’m reluctant to bid it farewell. On the other hand, looking over its freshly turned and loosened contours, I find myself daydreaming about the promise of perfection to come next year. The raised beds have been built and installed, lending an extra 10 inches or so of loamy
loft to the whole affair. Perlite and peat have been liberally deployed, along with the sand needed to slice through some annoying patches of clay. A few days back, four different varieties of garlic were lovingly embedded at the recommended depth for my zone, then tucked in under a thick duvet of straw: seven bucks a bale at the local farmers’ market. That’s it then, right? I can put away spade and cultivator, rake, hoe and hose. I can retire the kneeling pads and weeding buckets, and put my feet up for the next six months or so. Right? I can renew my library card, hunker down in an overstuffed chair and pretend to hear the crackle of well-dried hardwood in our non-existent fireplace. A glass of decent red will be at my elbow, while yet another bowl of double chocolate ice cream and apricot preserves balances on my lap. All will be right with the world. Right? As if. The harsh reality is that a gardening Geezer’s life doesn’t go dormant in fall. It merely downsizes and moves indoors.
Last year’s grow lights have been complaining about nothing to do. Bags of potting soil await deployment into a helter-skelter collection of terracotta and plastic pots, to be balanced precariously on every suitable window ledge. Vital questions arise: How much basil do we really need this winter, when the freezer is already bulging with a summer’s worth of pesto? Is parsley really worth the effort, when the commercial stuff can be had yearround for a pittance? The biggest question of all: Why is there not a single packet of seeds, or bag of bone-andblood meal to be found in any of the places I normally shop? Why? Because as early as the first week of October, the gardening stuff had all been put in storage or shipped back to the suppliers, to make room for all that lucrative yuletide booty. After all, isn’t Christmas the real meaning of retail? Our resident Geezer is hanging up his gardening fork southeast of Whitehorse.
YUKON
November 7, 2018
3
whatsupyukon.com
See It Here
Hello Everybody,
On the Cover
We invite you to share your photos of Yukon life.
Email your high-resolution images with a description of what’s going on to editor@WhatsUpYukon.com.
Royal Canadian Legion president Joseph Mewett and Yukon Commissioner Angélique Bernard at the first poppy presentation Photo: Erik Pinkerton
What’s Inside Geezerville ......................... 2 Yukon See It Here ................. 3 Remembering Herbert Lawless .4 Drinking With Scissors ...........7 Seasonal Recipes ..................8 Remembrance Day 2018 ....... 11 The Bookshelf ................... 13 Violence 101 Pt. 1 ............... 17 Paris Pick Album Release ...... 18 Pawsitive Tails ................... 19
PHOTOS: Erik Pinkerton
Events
Red Grossinger (front) and other members of the Royal Canadian Legion don their poppies at the first poppy presentation to the Commissioner on October 26
Whitehorse Listings ...............6 Highlights .......................... 14 Community Listings.............. 15 Active Interests .................. 16
whatsupyukon.com
Wreaths were laid at the Cenotaph as part of the first poppy presentation to the Commissioner on October 26
205-105 Titanium Way, Whitehorse Yukon Y1A 0E7 Ph: 667-2910
What’s Up Yukon Team Editorial Danny Macdonald Team Danny@whatsupyukon.com Josephine Holmes
Client Care Tammy Beese Team tammy@whatsupyukon.com Mauretia Holloway Mauretia@whatsupyukon.com
Monica Garcia monica@whatuspyukon.com
A professional clean... Is a different kind of clean
Design Lesley Ord Team Paulette Comeau Didier Delahaye
What would you rather be doing?
Admin Penny Bielopotocky Team events@whatsupyukon.com Keira Howard
Ever Wonder How We Do It?
• Eco Friendly & Pet Friendly
Accounts Receivable
• Weekly, Biweekly & Monthly
Website Updater
• Commercial & Residential Service
Ulrich Trachsel Weekly Magazine published by
Beese Entertainment Publishing
Call for a FREE Consultation Today (867) 335-4628 204 Strickland Street, Whitehorse, Open 9am-5pm cleanconscienceyukon.ca
We thank our advertisers and our friends at 135 distribution points for helping keep What’s Up Yukon FREE.
WELCOME Delegates! Pacific Northwest Economic Region – Winter Program
One Aisle With A Plan One Fantastic Team A Whole Lotta Fun End Result: A Wall of Beauty Open Everyday 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM 303 Ogilvie St, Whitehorse (867) 667-6251
Join the PC Optimum Program
November 12 - November 16 90 delegates, Whitehorse, YT, Westmark Whitehorse Hotel
w w w. m e e t i n g s y u k o n . c a
4
November 7, 2018
whatsupyukon.com
at the
Exhibit Opening Reception Titanic of the North: FRIDAY, November 9th 5 - 7PM S.S. Princess Sophia during the Bald Eagle Festival weekend! Commemorating 100 years since the sinking of the S.S. Princess Sophia
Honouring and remembering sacrifice Remembering Herbert Lawless, a Yukoner who died at Vimy Ridge, and other Canadians who sacrificed their lives during WWI and WWII By Helen Dewell
GOTTA
FUEL UP Fast?
Old Fashioned FULL SERVICE Or DO-IT-YOURSELF and Pay at the Pump 867-667-6102
We’re Open 7 Days A Week!
Integra Tire Whitehorse 107 Industrial Road,
Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 2T7
Captain’s Choice Motel PHOTOS: Helen Dewell
HAINES , ALASKA’S
Arriving at the Caberet-Rouge British Cemetery in the eerie early-dawn light in Pas de Calais, France
NEWLY RENOVATED Accommodations! • Free WIFI • The Captain’s View • Centrally located to Shopping, Dining and City Attractions • Complimentary Continental Breakfast YUKONER TE SPECIAL RA
$15 OFF
ut Some blacko dates apply.
• • • •
Pet Friendly Rental vehicles Onsite laundromat Facilities for meetings up to 30 people
We love Yukon visitors! Visiting For Eagle Festival? Coho Fishing or the Alcan Stay with us!
FOR ACCOMMODATIONS Toll Free 1-800-478-2345 • (907) 766-3111 captain@aptalaska.net • www.capchoice.com Haines, AK • 108 Second Avenue North
Every RMHC®cookie you buy helps families with sick children stay together, and close to their child in hospital.
CHOCOLATE CHUNK CHOCOLATE CARAMEL LIL’ GEM
A
pril 9, 2017, marked the 100th anniversary of the Battle of Vimy Ridge. Many refer to this as the point in time when Canada became a nation. The Battle of Vimy Ridge was a great victory for Canada, but it came at a price. In this battle, there were more than 10,500 casualties and about 3,600 killed. To our knowledge, Herbert Lawless was the only known Yukoner to fall in this battle. Herbert Lawless was born in Toronto on December 23, 1872, and came to the Yukon in the early 1900s. He had patrolled the creeks of the Klondike as a member of the NWMP, for five years, at one time being the sole member at the Gold Run Creek detachment. When he enlisted on November 7, 1914, in Vancouver, B.C., shortly after the war started, his attestation papers stated his occupation as “prospector.” Private Herbert Lawless, a recent recipient of the Military Medal, was killed on April 11 by shrapnel from a high-explosive shell. He had been part of the Yukon Motor Machine Gun Battery (Canadian Motor Machine Gun Brigade) raised by Joseph Boyle. At the time, the Yukon Battery was laying down a machine-gun barrage into areas where the enemy was expected to
mass troops for a counterattack. Last spring, my husband and I travelled to Europe to tour the Canadian battlefields. With the help of the Dawson Legion Branch #1, we had the honour of taking a wreath to be placed on Herbert Lawless’ grave. He was buried at the Cabaret-Rouge British Cemetery in Pas de Calais, France, along with over 7,000 of his fallen comrades. On the morning of the 100th anniversary of the beginning of the Battle of Vimy Ridge, we travelled to the cemetery, arriving there at the break of dawn. In the eerie early-dawn light and on the frost-covered ground, we were able to locate the grave and place the wreath, to honour the sacrifice; to honour the fallen. To say that we were on a battlefield tour doesn’t capture the essence of the tour. It was, in effect, a tour of cemeteries containing the remains of Canadians who died in two world wars. About 60,000 dead in the First World War and, again, about 45,000 dead in the Second World War—a huge sacrifice for such a small country. And the parents, brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles, grandparents, friends, and children, in each war, also made the sacrifice. Members of our tour shared
family stories at the various battlefields and cemeteries. These stories had a profound and lasting effect on us. Near the Canada House, at Cours Sur Le Mer, a lovely French woman spoke with a tour member, Hal. When he offered her a Canada flag pin, she began to describe to her two daughters how France was indebted to the Canadians for liberating them. We spoke in broken English and broken French, with tear-stained cheeks. The emotion and gratitude was clearly expressed in the hugs and kisses bestowed upon me by the woman and her daughters—just because I was Canadian. This gratitude is being passed on to each and every new generation by those liberated by Canada. A gentleman on our tour shared the story of his father, who was 17 years old at the time, teaching fellow soldiers (some who were younger than him) how to survive on the battlefield. Another woman’s mother was expecting when her husband enlisted in WII, only to give the ultimate sacrifice and die on French soil. The daughter, now in her late 70s, met her father for the first time, as she knelt in front of his headstone, surrounded by tour members.
Don’t continue to miss work, vacations, or other activities because of back pain. Come to our:
BACK PAIN AND SCIATICA WORKSHOP ▪ ▪ ▪
Discover 3 simple stretches to eliminate pain. Learn the 3 most common causes of low back & sciatica pain. Find out ways to strengthen and heal - permanently!
We have some great new treatment methods that we are excited to share! Our BACK PAIN & SCIATICA WORKSHOP could be a life changing experience.
Each
99
¢
2 for
1
$ 49
6 for
3
7
$ 99 $ 49
All items subject to applicable taxes. At participating McDonald’s restaurants in Canada. Product availability varies by restaurant.
®
©2018 McDonald’s
12 for
Thursday, November 15 7:30-9 pm
Location: Whitehorse Physiotherapy, 2-208B Strickland Fee: Voluntary donation to Hospice Yukon
Call 867-667-2138 to reserve a spot or ask questions Don’t delay, there are limited seats available!
whitehorsephysio.com
November 7, 2018
5
whatsupyukon.com
Honouring and remembering sacrifice ... cont’d Two sisters explained how their father fought in the Dieppe raid. One thousand perished on the stony beach, 2,500 were wounded and almost 2,000 were taken prisoner, with a mere seven soldiers reaching the objective at the top of the ridge. The Browns’ father
was one of the seven who was captured, escaped under the cover of dark, descended the hill, crossed the beach, and started swimming out into the English Channel. He swam for 15 miles before being pulled out of the sea by a British boat searching for survivors.
Laying the Dawson City Legion Branch #1 wreath at the headstone of Herbert Lawless
A photo of the special wreath, created by the Legion Branch #1 members of Dawson City, which was placed at the headstone Log lengths or stove Hurlburt lengths, we can take care of you. Enterprises In fact, we’ll even Inc. deliver right to your location. • Beetle-killed spruce from Haines Junction, quality guaranteed • Single & emergency half cord delivery • You cut and you pick-up available • Everything over 8” split • Prices as low as $245 per cord • Scheduled or next day delivery
We have more than firewood, we can supply wood processing equipment you need like splitters and chippers.
Main: 867-633-5192 Toll Free: 1-866-449-5192 Fax: 867-633-6222 Email: hurlburtei@gmail.com Address: 11 Burns Rd., Whitehorse, YT, Y1A 4Z3
hurlburt.ca
Cheque,Cash, S.A.Vouchers accepted
We will earn your satisfaction GUARANTEED!
A soldier shared with his family that he was lying seriously injured and unable to move. Four medics came to carry him to safety when a bomb exploded, killing the four medics. He was immobilized and laid in the mud, on a stretcher, surrounded by the dead for two days before he was rescued. Each and every story is treasured and shared by the families who remember the sacrifice and who honour their fallen. Everyday proved to be full of tears and life-changing moments
that brought home the sacrifices made by dedicated Canadians. We may be removed by time and space from the world wars, but the haunting, heartfelt stories put faces to the fallen and wake up our collective consciousness. As we walked past the resting places of teenagers, young men and women, and all those who gave their lives for our freedom in the face of overwhelming odds and personal cost, we are brought to this place of remembrance: “To the fallen, Known Unto God”
as the Commonwealth Gravesite headstones read. Please pause and reflect upon our fallen, our serving, and our future (hopefully marked by peace)—to honour their sacrifice … lest we forget. Helen Dewell arrived in the Yukon Territory for a summer job back in 1977. Today, there are three generations living in Dawson City!
Let’s improve democracy in Yukon. What should an independent commission on electoral reform focus on? Share your priorities so we head in the right direction. Complete the online survey:
engageyukon.ca
Community School Touring Program 2018-19 The Community School Touring Program is accepting tour proposals from performers for the 2018/19 school year. All performance arts are welcome, including music, theatre and dance. The touring program aims to bring performances to students in Yukon communities they may not otherwise encounter, and preference is given to applications with an educational component. • Performers can apply for five different tour routes within the territory. (Tour dates are established by the performers and schools after routes have been awarded.) • Applications should include a description of the performance, a list of performers, preferred tour route and means of travel, as well as a detailed budget. • Complete application guidelines (with tour routes) are available from Community School Touring Coordinator Keitha Clark, 332-1904 or communityschooltour@gmail.com • Proposals can be dropped off at Arts Underground/Yukon Art Society (located in the lower level of the Hougen Centre on Main Street) or emailed to communityschooltour@gmail.com APPLICATION DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, NOV.16, 2018 Please note: This is a juried process. THIS PROGRAM IS FUNDED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION.
Request a paper copy of the survey: Call us at 867.667.5811 and we’ll mail it to you in a paid postage envelope or pick one up at the Government of Yukon’s inquiry desk in Whitehorse.
How will my views be used? Your views will guide the work of the commission, which will make recommendations to the Government of Yukon.
6
November 7, 2018
whatsupyukon.com
ENTER YOUR EVENTS ON-LINE It’s Free. It’s Fast. It’s Easy.
Whitehorse EVENTS ART SHOWS
Unril Fri. Nov. 23 SS Princess Sofia Exhibition Yukon Arts Centre This exhibit shares the stories of the victims of the disaster. Until Nov. 24 Art Exhibit: Scintilla Arts Underground Solvey Johnsgaard and Ron Siu’s exhibition, ‘Scintilla’ Until Nov. 24 Art Exhibit - Videoskin Arts Underground ‘Videoskin’ curated by Monique Romeiko Until Mon. Dec. 3 Art Exhibit - A Study of Cloth and Beads Yukon Arts Centre Explores the interaction between beadwork and different types of cloth (and fabrics) through the eyes of the artist. Discover for yourself how far beadwork can go. Wed. Nov. 7 SS Princess Sofia: Petcha Kucha 7:30 PM Yukon Arts Centre A Petcha Kucha is a lecture style originating in Japan, where presenters have 20 slides shown for 20 seconds only.
LIVE MUSIC
Wednesdays Whitewater Wednesday 7:00 PM Epic Pizza goes till we are done! Thu. Nov. 8 Gold Rush Jam 7:30 PM Best Western Gold Rush Inn Thu. Nov. 8 Ginger Jam 8:00 PM Epic Pizza Fully electric jam session with PA system, drum kit and guitars provided to musicians. Featuring guest co-hosts and performers. Fri. Nov. 9 Brandon Isaak ‘Rise ‘n Shine’ CD Release 6:30 PM The Old Fire Hall Rise ‘n Shine is Brandon Isaak’s brand new album true to form with all new material that delves into the depths of love, loss, life and death. Fri. Nov. 9 KingSwardFish 7:30 PM Best Western Gold Rush Inn Fri. Nov. 9 Karaoke 9:00 PM Yukon Inn in the Boiler Room Sat. Nov. 10 Barn Dance 7:00 PM Whitehorse Elementary Live music featuring the Barn Dance Band wth guest accompanist Geoff Horrocks - Everyone Welcome. Tickets at the door. Sat. Nov. 10 Lip Sync Battle- Qualifying Rounds 7:00 PM Town & Mountain Hotel Now it is your last chance to be in the final, Limited spots are available so register now online Sat. Nov. 10 Blues Cargo 7:30 PM Best Western Gold Rush Inn Sat. Nov. 10 Ryan McNally w/ Special Guests 7:30 PM North of Ordinary Experience Center Saturated with the sounds and rhythm of New Orleans streets. Tickets online or at the door. Sat. Nov. 10 Karaoke 9:00 PM Yukon Inn in the Boiler Room Sun. Nov. 11 Jam Session 5:00 PM 98 Hotel Sun. Nov. 11 Graeme Poile and Jerôme Bélanger 7:30 PM Best Western Gold Rush Inn Tue. Nov. 13 SHAD 7:00 PM Yukon Arts Centre A Canadian alternative hip hop recording artist and broadcaster, tickets online or at the door.
GENERAL EVENTS
Wednesdays Hump Day Trivia 9:00 PM Yukon Inn in the Boiler Room Wednesdays Spanish Conversation Group 12:00 PM Yukon Government Administration Building Join us inside the Bridges Café 633-6081 Terry or Michèle Wednesdays Whitehorse United Church Choir Practice 7:30 PM Whitehorse United Church Until Nov. 24 Lip Sync Qualifying Rounds 7:00 PM Town & Mountain Hotel Enter as a solo/duet or as a group! Get your performance ready and blow the judges away! Limited spots are available so register now online. 667-2148 Wed. Nov. 7 8 Things: 8 Female Entrepreneurs Share Their Business Advice 7:00 PM Baked Cafe A fun and informative evening of 8 local business
YES!
women each sharing 8 minutes of advice that they have learned over the years. Wed. Nov. 7 Beaded Poppy Workshop with Stormy Bradley & Teagyn Vallevand 5:00 PM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Create your own beaded poppy and honour our fallen veterans. All materials and supplies will be provided. To register call 456-5322 or email karly@kdcc.ca Wed. Nov. 7 Drinking with Scissors 7:00 PM North of Ordinary Experience Center We’ll be making adorable faux taxidermy, bear rug coasters and some other fun crafts perfect for winter nights in the Yukon. All tools and materials are provided. Thu. Nov. 8 Chess Corner 6:30 PM Yukon College Chess played in room A2101, beginners welcome, welcome to bring your own ‘lucky’ board. Everyone welcome to sit in on this game of strategy. Thu. Nov. 8 Christ Church Cathedral Choir Practice 7:30 PM Christ Church Cathedral Thu. Nov. 8 Thursday Night - Movie Night 7:00 PM North of Ordinary Experience Center Fri. Nov. 9 Dusk’a Friday Language Lunches 12:00 PM Duska Head Start and Family Learning Center Bring a bag lunch and come learn Southern Tutchone with our special guest speakers. Call Erin Pauls for more information 633-7816. All Kwanlin citizens and staff are welcome! Fri. Nov. 9 Paddlepalooza 2018 - BBQ & Social 7:00 PM Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre A celebration of the 2018 paddling season! Free Admission, all welcome, cash bar & BBQ. Email them to current@yckc.ca for more information. Sat. Nov. 10 Crib Tournament 6:15 PM Royal Canadian Legion - Branch 254 Crib tournaments every Saturday - Member and non-members welcome. Sat. Nov. 10 Just Dance 8:00 PM Grace Space it is all about the dancing, no chatting on the dance-floor, dance like nobody is watching, Sat. Nov. 10 Littlest Art and Craft Fair 10:00 AM Yutopia Urban Inn 332-9886 Sun. Nov. 11 Ceramics Open Studio 2:30 PM Arts Underground Non-instructed open studio. Participants are welcome to use the studio’s tools and equipment; clay and some tools are available for purchase. Every Sunday except long weekends. $5/ hour. Sun. Nov. 11 Remembrance Day Ceremony 9:00 AM Canada Games Centre Share a moment of silence for the men and women who fought for the freedom and liberty of our Country. Shuttle service from Tahkini Arena starting at 8:15 Sun. Nov. 11 Whitehorse Scrabble Club 1:00 PM Best Western Gold Rush Inn Are you a wordy person, put your words to the test and join the Scrabble Club. Must be 19+ Mon. Nov. 12 Available Light Cinema Spirited Away 2:00 PM Yukon Arts Centre Master animation director Hayao Miyazaki follows up on his record-breaking 1997 opus Princess Mononoke with this surreal Alice in Wonderland-like tale about a lost little girl. 125 minutes Mon. Nov. 12 Available Light Cinema The Happy Prince 8:00 PM Yukon Arts Centre The last days of Oscar Wilde—and the ghosts that haunted them—are vividly evoked in Rupert Everett’s directorial debut. 105 minutes Mon. Nov. 12 Available Light Cinema Transformer 5:30 PM Yukon Arts Centre A world record powerlifter faces his most challenging feat of strength yet: becoming a woman. 78 minutes Mon. Nov. 12 Euchre Night 6:00 PM Royal Canadian Legion - Branch 254 667-2802 Mon. Nov. 12 Free drop-in computer labs 10:00 AM Yukon Learn Free Drop-In Computer Lab for Self Directed Studies A tutor/Instructor will be available on site to assist you. 867-668-6280 or toll free: 888668-6280 Fax: 867-633-4576 Mon. Nov. 12 GO The Surrounding Game
Or email them to: events@whatsupyukon.com
6:00 PM Starbucks Chilkoot Centre Simple Game Deep Strategy. Beginners & Visitors Welcome. For more information email: tjbowlby@gmail.com Tue. Nov. 13 Second-hand Clothing Bazaar 5:30 PM Whitehorse Seventhday Adventist Church Donations of clean clothing in good condition welcome. All proceeds go to charitable causes. For more info. call 633-3463. Tue. Nov. 13 Slideshow & Talk: Whitehorse World War 2 Army Buildings 2:00 PM Whitehorse Public Library Pat Ellis and Ione Christensen will present historic photos, facts and stories about Camp McCrae, downtown squatters, army buildings and Whitehorse pioneers. Tue. Nov. 13 Toonie Tuesday Movie Night 7:00 PM North of Ordinary Experience Center Wed. Nov. 14 Getting Started with Oil Paints 6:30 PM Arts Underground Utilize drawing skills to map out your paintings and work layer by layer with oil paints, mediums and glazes. Register in person at Arts Underground or call 667-4080. Ages 14 and over welcome No previous experience required Wed. Nov. 14 Pelvic Floor 101 7:15 PM Grace Space Be introduced to the pelvic floor muscles, Call for more information. 633-6395 Wed. Nov. 14 Pelvic Floor 101 Workshop - Free 7:00 PM White Swan Sanctuary Be introduced to the pelvic floor muscles. Register online or drop-in the day of. 6336395 Wed. Nov. 14 Pelvic Organ Prolapse: tips from your Pelvic Health PT 7:15 PM Grace Space Call for more information. 633-6395 Wed. Nov. 14 Stories from the Front 7:00 PM MacBride Museum Call 667 2409 for more information. Wed. Nov. 14 Take Control Back on my Overactive Bladder 7:15 PM Grace Space Whether you have experienced symptoms for as long as you can remember or you have developed it over time, there are things you can do to fix it. Call for more information. 633-6395
KIDS & FAMILIES
Wed. Nov. 7 Toddler Story Time 10:30 AM Whitehorse Public Library Appropriate for 2 - 4 yrs. of age & caregiver, Free dropin. Contact 667-5239 for more information. Wed. Nov. 7 Potluck Play 10:30 AM Family Literacy Centre A variety of handson activities inspired by stories including paint, glue, fabric and food. All Ages Wed. Nov. 7 Prenatal Luncheon 12:00 PM Skookum Jim Friendship Centre A healthy lunch and an activity for all prenatal mothers and for those with babies up to 12 months old. Welcomes all pregnant momsto-be, nursing moms, new dads, expectant dads, wee babes, and family supports. Thu. Nov. 8 Youth Drop In Gymnastics 7:30 PM Polarette’s Gymnastic Club Whether you’re perfecting your skills, looking for a new work out idea, or trying your first cartwheel, Call 668-4794 for more information. Fri. Nov. 9 Preschool Drop-in Gymnastics 10:00 AM Polarette’s Gymnastic Club Silly songs and preschool free play, call 668-4794 for more information. Fri. Nov. 9 Baby Senses 10:30 AM Family Literacy Centre Babies will be introduced to a world of sensory delights, as well as songs & rhymes while parents and caregivers have an opportunity to meet, chat and share. Ages Baby - 18 months Fri. Nov. 9 Parent Child Mother Goose 10:30 AM Whitehorse Health Centre Learn the power of songs, rhymes and stories as a positive parenting tool call 322-5990 for more information. Fri. Nov. 9 Girls Club 7:30 PM Bethany Church Call 668-4877 for more information. Sat. Nov. 10 Young Explorers’ Preschool Program 10:30 AM MacBride
Museum 667-2709 Designed for parents and children to explore the animal gallery together. Call or email for more information. Sat. Nov. 10 Pokémon TCG League 2:00 PM Titan Gaming Cafe 668-5750 Earn points towards badges and free cards, trade with other trainers, and play some casual matches to test your decks out! Sat. Nov. 10 Family Drop In Gymnastics 3:00 PM Polarette’s Gymnastic Club Call 668-4794 for more information. Sat. Nov. 10 Kids & Parents Yoga 4:00 PM Grace Space 335-6216 Work with breathing, holding poses for longer time, rapidity and coordination with sun salutations, relaxation and meditation. Call or email for more info. Sun. Nov. 11 Playspace Drop-in (All Ages) 10:00 AM Heart Of Riverdale Sun. Nov. 11 Family Drop-in with Story Time (All Ages) 10:00 AM Family Literacy Centre Sun. Nov. 11 Kids Kreate! 12:00 PM Yukon Arts Centre A free art making class for kids average age 4-11! All kids must be accompanied by an adult, dress for a mess. We will be making wearable sculptures and noise makers with artist Helen O’Connor. Sun. Nov. 11 Ravnica Weekend 1:00 PM Titan Gaming Cafe All tournaments are 4 pack sealed format, preregister and receive a discount. Mon. Nov. 12 Preschool Drop-in Gymnastics 10:00 AM Polarette’s Gymnastic Club Silly songs and preschool free play, call 668-4794 for more information. Mon. Nov. 12 People from your Neighborhood 10:30 AM Family Literacy Centre Visitors from different professions will share what their daily work entails with Children. Tue. Nov. 13 Parent Child Mother Goose 10:30 AM Whitehorse Public Library Learn the power of songs, rhymes and stories as a positive parenting tool call 322-5990 for more information. Tue. Nov. 13 Science Magic 10:30 AM Family Literacy Centre A chance to explore science and technology together, stretch your minds and learn problem solving skills. All Ages Tue. Nov. 13 H.E.A.T 4:00 PM Splintered Craft Youth Sexual Health Program for youth aged 16-18! Learn about sexual health, safer sex, consent and communication! Fun games and free snacks! Call 332-8267 or education@ bloodties.ca to register! Tue. Nov. 13 Dungeon Draw Artist Night 6:00 PM Titan Gaming Cafe 668-5750 Food and drink specials, watch for special event theme nights. Tue. Nov. 13 Youth Drop In Gymnastics 7:45 PM Polarette’s Gymnastic Club Whether you’re perfecting your skills, looking for a new work out idea, or trying your first cartwheel, Call 668-4794 for more information. Wed. Nov. 14 Toddler Story Time 10:30 AM Whitehorse Public Library Appropriate for 2 - 4 yrs. of age & caregiver, Free dropin. Contact 667-5239 for more information. Wed. Nov. 14 Potluck Play 10:30 AM Family Literacy Centre A variety of handson activities inspired by stories including paint, glue, fabric and food. All Ages Wed. Nov. 14 Prenatal Luncheon 12:00 PM Skookum Jim Friendship Centre A healthy lunch and an activity for all prenatal mothers and for those with babies up to 12 months old. Welcomes all pregnant momsto-be, nursing moms, new dads, expectant dads, wee babes, and family supports.
MEETINGS & WORKSHOPS
Wednesdays Northern Voices Toastmasters 7:00 am Sport Yukon Supportive members will help you develop your public speaking, communication and leadership skills. Drop-ins welcome. 867689-6363 toastmastersyukon@gmail.com Thu. Nov. 8 Sundogs Toastmasters
Club 12:00 PM Sport Yukon A lunch time session to learn the skills, practice the speaking, receive the feedback to improve your public speaking, communication and leadership skills. Drop-ins welcome. 867689-6363 toastmastersyukon@gmail.com Thu. Nov. 8 Midnight Sun Toastmasters Club 5:30 PM Yukon College Room A2714. An after work meeting to help you gain confidence in public speaking, improve communication and add to your leadership skills. Drop-ins welcome. 867689-6363 toastmastersyukon@gmail.com Sat. Nov. 10 Yukon Amateur Radio Association: Coffee Discussion Group 9:00 AM A&W Restaurant Casual event. Hams from outside the Yukon and those are interested are welcome Tue. Nov. 13 The Yukon Prospectors Association 7:00 PM Yukon Chamber of Mines Prospectors and those interested in mineral exploration welcome! Wed. Nov. 14 Keystone Kops AGM 7:00 PM Yukon Transportation Museum Looking for board members, all welcome to attend - All who attend will be entered in a draw to win a newly designed t-shirt.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Wednesdays The Joy Of Living group (OM, NS) 12:00 noon 305 Wood Street - Back Entrance Porter Creek Step meeting (CM) 8:00 PM Our Lady of Victory No Puffin (CM, NS) 8:00 PM 6210 - 6th Ave Alanon Meeting 12 - 1:00 PM, Third Floor, Sarah Steele Building 6th Ave. Thursdays The Joy Of Living group (OM, NS) 12:00 noon 305 Wood Street - Back Entrance. Polar Group (OM) 7:30 PM 6210 - 6th ave. Fridays The Joy Of Living group (OM, NS) 12:00 noon 305 Wood Street -Back Entrance Yukon Unity Group Meeting 1:30 PM #4 Hospital Road Whitehorse Group (OM, NS) 8:00 PM 305 Wood Street - Back Entrance. Saturdays Detox Meeting (OM, NS) 1:00 PM, Sara Steel Building 609 Steele St., Main Entrance Hospital Meeting Whitehorse General Hospital (OM NS) 7:00 pm - Hospital Board Meeting. Candlelight Meeting 8:30 PM - 305 Wood St. Sundays Detox Meeting (OM NS) 1:00 PM, Sara Steel Building 609 Steele St., Main Entrance Hospital Meeting (OM NS) 7:00 PM Whitehorse General Hospital Mondays The Joy Of Living group (OM, NS) 12:00 noon 305 Wood Street - Back Entrance New Beginnings Group (OM, NS) 8:00 PM 6210 - 6th Ave Tuesdays The Joy Of Living group (OM, NS) 12:00 noon 305 Wood Street - Back Entrance Ugly Duckling Group (OM, NS) 8:00 PM 6210 - 6th Ave. Juste Pour Aujourd’hui (OM, NS) 7:00 PM 4141B 4th Ave. Phone: AA 1-888-453-0142 (24 hours a day)
ENTER YOUR EVENTS ON-LINE It’s Free. It’s Fast. It’s Easy.
www.whatsupyukon.com
We would be pleased to show you our meeting & conference facilities We would be happy to host you, we have… 98 comfortable rooms, kitchenettes & jacuzzi suites, free high-speed internet, guest laundry,
Happy Hour 4:30-7 pm Week days & all day Sunday Open Daily at Noon
irons / boards, complimentary coffee / tea, fridges and microwaves in all rooms and airconditioning throughout.
Toll Free: 1-800-661-0454 | Phone: (867) 667-2527 | Fax: (867) 668-7643 | 4220 – 4th Avenue, Whitehorse | Email: reservations@yukoninn.com | yukoninn.com
November 7, 2018
7
whatsupyukon.com
Drinking with Scissors The next opportunity to “drink with scissors” will be November 7 from 7 to 10 p.m. at the North of Ordinary Experience Centre (scissors included)
by Ulrike Wohlfarth Levins
D
o you like crafting, socializing with friends—perhaps with a beverage or two—in a casual, relaxed yet well-lit atmosphere, complete with pinball
events there, and the new space was even better than expected. In October 2018, Allison and Chris celebrated the one-year anniversary of Drinking with Scissors, the result of their labours of love. All of their original designs are taken from the idea stage, through prototypes (sometimes resounding failures), to the refined final kit, complete with all the pieces and assembly instructions. Chris’s training in architectural digital design is coming in handy, now, as they often use a laser cutter to prepare the intricate pieces included in the kits,
A favourite of Allison Button, co-creator of Drinking with Scissors, this adorable faux-taxidermy bear rug coaster will be one of the kits at the November 7 event at the North of Ordinary Experience Centre machines to take a break and try your game expertise? Then Drinking with Scissors is for you. Allison Button and Chris Lloyd (her husband and now stay-athome dad) needed balance for their “regular” daytime jobs—an opportunity to be creative. They are always making things. Ideas flow, yet somehow need to be accomplishable in a bar-style setting. The idea for having fun with craft designs, in a social setting, originally stemmed from their time in Ottawa. Allison really missed being able to do that after her move to the Yukon. She was apparently vocal enough about it that the owner of the former Social House contacted her and asked if she’d be interested in starting something similar in Whitehorse. October 2017 was her first monthly Drinking with Scissors event. With the impending closure of the Social House, Allison looked for another venue and found the new North of Ordinary Experience Centre. It’s prominently located in the southwest corner of the old Canadian Tire building at Fourth Avenue and Ogilvie Street. She held her September and October
Wolf ribbon bookmark designed for the monthly Drinking with Scissors event
to personalize your crafted items. Some previous kits, over the last year, include a wolf ribbon bookmark, a fleece sleep mask with several different template choices for eyes, and a wolf coffee sleeve. My favourite creation of Allison’s is the slice-of-pie-shaped trinket box, complete with mini pie hair clips, available in blueberry, pumpkin or raspberry. She designed it for Pi Day in March 2017 (Pi is the mathematical number 3.14). The most-requested kit is for colourful felt succulents, designed for a special event Allison held earlier this year. “Chris used photos of real plants to design the different leaf shapes, and putting together the different colours is lots of fun,” Allison said. “The succulents are currently sold out, but I will be making more soon … [we’ve] stocked up on lots of great felt colours.” A laser-cut wreath is a stunning optional addon, in a choice of locally sourced woods. Their attention to detail is amazing; their products exude excellence. The little but awesome kits often have a northern theme. Some of them have been so popular that Allison has even filled requests for special orders, to be made at private parties or businesses or at social and/or teambuilding and training events. Check out Facebook Drinking With
Attractive felt wolf coffee sleeve displayed on a coffee cup at the October Drinking with Scissors event at the North of Ordinary Experience Centre saving you time with scissors. Each month, there are a variety of kits available, including one without any sewing needed to complete. There are also options
Pet junction Pet Supplies & More
This slice-of-pie-shaped trinket box, complete with mini pie hairclips, was designed for Pi Day (March 14)
PHOTOS: Allison Button
A sample collection of the fun and innovative kits designed by Allison Button and Chris Lloyd, creators of Drinking with Scissors Scissors for lots more pictures and details. Tools and supplies are provided at the events, as well as individualized help as Allison circulates around crafters who are industriously working away as they chat with their tablemates. Looking ahead, there are many other ideas in various stages. One of the projects for November (a
Sample fleece sleep mask, a kit designed by the team of Allison and Chris, owners of Drinking with Scissors favourite of Allison’s) is back by popular demand—an adorable faux-taxidermy bear-rug coaster. There will also be some other fun crafts that are perfect for winter nights in the Yukon. For December, Allison and Chris are having fun preparing for Funky Christmas Sweaters and a few more holiday surprises. Previous kits are always available for sale, while quantities last. For those of you getting ready for Christmas, they make great stocking stuffers. The next opportunity to experience this monthly adult craft party for yourself is on November 7 from 7 to 10 p.m. There is no cover charge and the North of Ordinary Experience Centre offers a no-host bar of locally sourced
WE'RE READY FOR WINTER, ARE YOU?
Heaters & De-icers NOW ON SALE
craft beers, specialty coffees and other treats (and lots of free parking). Kits are available for a nominal fee and you can buy as many as you’d like. For more info, go to the Facebook page, Drinking with Scissors. Seating is limited, so plan to come early if you want to guarantee a spot.
Colourful succulents adorn this laser-cut wreath designed by Allison Button and her husband, creators of Drinking with Scissors
Ulrike Wohlfarth Levins recently returned to Whitehorse. She is a wordsmith and freelance writer who enjoys the arts, history and business. As a result of her life experiences, she is actively involved in advocating for change while she helps others. She is also continuing her work on legacy projects.
Call for our special Canadian neighbor rates
- Haines ASPEN SUITES
20% OFF NOV 1-15 thefeedstorewhitehorse.ca
Like us on
Ask about Delivery: 633-4076 thefeedstore@northwestel.net
Follow us on
as well as on
9006 Quartz Rd Whitehorse, YT Hours: Mon - Fri. 9AM - 6PM, Sat. 9AM-5PM
HOTE L
-
907.766.2211 AspenHotelsAK.com
8
November 7, 2018
whatsupyukon.com
FRESH. FAST. DELICIOUS
202 Chinese Restaurant
Seasonal Recipes
The Place To Meet Family & Friends
with Sydney Keddy 206 Jarvis St (inside the 202 Hotel) 10% Off Take-out orders over $50
867-668-3388
202chineserestaurant.ca
Planning a Christmas Party gathering? WOLF’S DEN RESTAURANT A cozy cabin nestled in the Yukon Forest
Cold peanut noodles with chicken Almost any vegetable will work here, but I tend to lean towards the raw bits—half a pepper, some cucumber, a bit of onion. The end of a bag of shredded coleslaw would be great … or even just sliced cabbage. Bits of sliced steak
Leftovers can be a bummer. Especially when it’s just odds and ends, but nothing substantial enough for a meal. Tossing those leftovers in a peanut sauce, with chilled noodles, is a tasty way to clear out your fridge.
or leftover roast pork would work, instead of chicken, or even crumbled tofu! This dressing keeps for days in the fridge and also works as a dipping sauce.
Book ahead for our Swiss Specialties:
Tatar’s Hat, Raclette Fondues
It’s always our pleasure to serve you! Winter Hours: Thu-Sun 11am-9pm | 393-3968 | wolfsden.ca
PHOTOS: Sydney Keddy
TACO TUESDAY @ A little taste of MEXICO al Norte de 60! s d toasted sesame seed an a ch ira Sr o, ay m ie Top with Kewp Serves 2 INGREDIENTS
$2.50 TACOS your choice of hard shell or soft! Kitchen open until midnight 7 days a week Bar & Off-sales open until 2 am Thursday, Friday & Saturday Porter Creek Mall, 29 Wann Rd, (867) 456-4742
Tell us about wine Tell us about beer Tell us about yourself
We’re looking for Columnists with Spirit! Please email our editor: editor@whatsupyukon.com
Follow us on
❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑
1 small red onion, sliced 2 tbsp. chunky peanut butter 1 tbsp. tahini 1 tbsp. soy sauce 1 tsp. toasted sesame oil Pinch of red pepper flakes 1 lime, juiced 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded 1 red pepper, thinly sliced 4 radishes, thinly sliced 2 tbsp. cilantro, chopped Salt, to taste
METHOD 1. Sprinkle sliced red onion with salt and let sit on paper towels while you prepare the other ingredients. 2. In a large bowl, combine peanut butter, tahini, soy sauce, sesame oil, pepper flakes and lime juice. Toss chicken, red pepper, radishes and cilantro in peanut sauce and season, to taste, with salt. 3. Cook fettuccine according to package directions, then drain and run under cold water until pasta is fully chilled. Squeeze red onions in paper towel and add to the peanut sauce, along with the chilled pasta. Toss to combine, and adjust seasoning as necessary. Serve topped with toasted
½ package fettuccine
sesame seeds and drizzled with Kewpie mayo and
Toasted sesame seeds
Sriracha sauce, if desired.
Named in the spirit of the 1898 Klondike Gold Rush
FIDDLE NIGHT with Joe Loutchan & Friends Every THURSDAY 7-10:30 pm JAM SESSION Every SUNDAY starting at 6 pm
Bar & Offsales Open 9am to 11pm • 110 Wood Street, Whitehorse • 667-2641
November 7, 2018
9
whatsupyukon.com
Here’s Our Lineup... EVERY WEEK
Friday November 9: KINGSWARDFISH
Saturday November 10:
Thursday Jam Nite
with Hayley Warden & Alex Johnston
Blues Cargo
Sunday November 11:
Graeme Poile & Jerôme Bélanger Band Hours 7:30 pm to 10:30 pm
Best Western Gold Rush Inn
411 Main Street, Whitehorse, 668-4500
Toss it all together
Breakfast Menu: Week days 7-11 am Weekends until 2 pm
We Invite Creative Food Writers
Salted re d onions
to inspire our readers with 101 food inventions ilantro dishes and c ra r, e p p e p d Chicken, re
nut sauce Vegetables and chicken on top of pea
Sydney 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.
Paninis WORLD SANDWICH DAY have FROM NOV. 3-17
email editor@whatsupyukon.com
YUMM...
CHARBROILED 16 oz RIB EYE STEAK served with your choice of sides
Steve Slade Live Every Friday 5:30 - 7:30 pm
arrived.
BUY A MEAL, WE DONATE * A MEAL. WORLD SANDWICH DAY
Grilled Cheese & Bacon on Ciabatta 8 oz. Clam Chowder 21 oz. fountain drink 690-1,040 Cals
Full Menu
Tuesday-Thursday
Soup, sandwiches & pizza available as well as offsales and snacks
OFFSAL
ES • SM
*Subway® will donate 1 meal (monetary equivalent of $0.33) per meal (sub, drink, & side) sold, up to 2 million meals. Meals are secured by Food Banks Canada on behalf of local affiliate food banks. Limited time only. Additional charge for Extras. Plus applicable tax.
OKES •
SNACK S
Tuesday - Thursday: 4 - 9 pm Friday, Saturday: 4 - 10 pm Sunday: 4 - 8 pm
Full menu available Friday, Saturday & Sunday THREE LOCATIONS TO SERVE YOU BREAKFAST - LUNCH - DINNER Canada Games Centre - 456-7690, 2190 Second Ave - 668-6889, 212 Main Street - 393-5000
Grilled Cheese & Bacon on Ciabatta 8 oz. Clam Chowder 21 oz. fountain drink 690-1,040 Cals
867-668-7800 Watch for our “Daily Specials” and “Live Music” updates Find us on the Carcross Corner, 20 km south of Whitehorse on the Alaska Hwy
10
whatsupyukon.com
November 7, 2018
RemembranceActiviDay ties 2018
Remember those who have given their lives for our freedom, by wearing
the Legion’s Red Poppy during the period of
October 26 to November 11, 2018
Money raised are used to provide assistance to our Veterans, to support youth & senior activities and to provide medical assistance.
Remembrance Dinner at 6 pm, on Friday, November 9 at the Whitehorse Legion. Remembrance Ceremony at the Canada Games Centre on Sunday, November 11 starting at 10 am.
Whitehorse transit is operating a shuttle service from the Takhini Arena to the CGC, people are encouraged to use it.
Invitations to lay a wreath have been mailed,
should a mail strike occur you could check on your reserved seat by calling the Legion at 667-2800 or email redgrossinger@gmail.com.
Remember... Freedom is not free, never has been, never will be. Our Veterans paid for our freedom with their lives and some, with lifelong injuries.
We will remember them This November 11 marks the 100th anniversary of the Armistice Day of World War I by Danny Macdonald
I
t’s important to reflect each November 11th and remember those young men and women who gave their lives on behalf of their country. As time moves on, it’s important that our memories of what happened and our commitment to end conflict both remain with us into the future. With the 100th anniversary of the Armistice Day, it’s important to remember the Yukon’s rich tradition of service and contribution to World War I (WWI). Diane Baumgartner, secretary-treasurer of the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 1, in Dawson City, pointed out that Michael Gates’ book, From the Klondike to Berlin, shared details of the massive support from the Yukon at that time. His research showed that out of a total population of four to five thousand in the territory, almost 1,000 enlisted. And the territory donated a per capita rate of $12 per person, compared to $1 per person in the rest of the country. This support all came through Dawson City, the Yukon capital at the time. “This is a special Remembrance Day for Branch 1, Dawson Legion,” Baumgartner said in an email. “We will remember them.” She also shared that there are additional activities planned in Dawson, this year, to commemorate the anniversary, including Rangers and Youth Rangers presenting a flag to the gravesite of each WWI veteran buried in the town, as well as bells tolling 100 times across Canada, at sunset, which will be 4:30 p.m. in Dawson. (A full list can be found listed in the community inset.) While many won’t attend the ceremonies, when the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month passes, on Sunday, please take a moment to reflect on the young men and women who, decades
11
whatsupyukon.com
ago, gave their lives in a conflict that forever changed the world as we know it. Lest we forget.
Danny Macdonald is the editor of What’s Up Yukon. He is a lifelong Yukoner who is active in sports, community organizations and the Yukon’s events scene.
Community Remembrance Day Schedules DAWSON CITY Robert Service School Gym 10:30 a.m. Assemble 10:50 a.m. Start of ceremony 11:00 a.m. Two minutes of silence 10:50 a.m. End of ceremony Immediately Following Wreaths to be placed at Cenotaph Immediately Following Reception at Dawson City Museum 4:30 p.m. Bells FARO Recreation Centre 10:20 a.m. - Doors open 10:40 a.m. - Start of ceremony 11:00 a.m. - Two minutes of silence 11:15 - 1 p.m. - Community potluck lunch
In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below. We are the Dead. Short days ago We lived, felt dawn, saw sunset glow, Loved and were loved, and now we lie In Flanders fields. Take up our quarrel with the foe: To you from failing hands we throw The torch; be yours to hold it high. If ye break faith with us who die We shall not sleep, though poppies grow In Flanders fields.
HAINES JUNCTION St. Elias Convention Centre 10:30 a.m Start of ceremony 11:00 a.m. Two minutes of silence
– Lieutenant-Colonel John McCrae
MAYO Mayo Community Hall 10:30 a.m. - Start of ceremony
Bells of Peace - Dawson Events
TESLIN Village of Teslin Office 10:30 a.m. Start of ceremony 11:00 a.m. Two minutes of silence Teslin Recreation Centre Immediately Following Community potluck lunch WATSON LAKE Recreation Centre 10:30 a.m. Doors open 10:45 a.m. Start of ceremony 11:00 a.m. - Two minutes of silence
• Research at the Dawson Museum, the Yukon Genealogies & Military Records website, and locating the graves of WWI veterans buried in Dawson • Research at the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Heritage office for oral history and research files • Present the Canadian Flag at the grave of each WWI veteran • Focus on the concepts of Remembrance and learning through educational material provided by Veterans Affairs for Veterans Week, November 5–11
• Participate in a Commemorative Expedition up the Dempster to Mount Boyle • Create annual Remembrance Day posters for judging and prizes • Tolling the Bells on November 11th at sunset, 100 times, in memory of Armistice Day, November 11th, 1918 • Building a commemorative bench during the winter to place in the Cenotaph Park, in the spring of 2019, in memory of all WWI veterans
For more information, contact Diane at 867-993-2423.
30% OFF
ALL NOVEMBER
Remembrance Day is a time to pause and remember the thousands of brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice. This year we also mark the 100th anniversary of the Armistice marking the end of World War One, that took so many young Canadian lives. Lest we forget.
Hon. Larry Bagnell, Member of Parliament, Yukon
204-204 Black Street, Whitehorse, YT, Y1A 2M9 Tel: (867) 668-6565, Email: larry.bagnell.c1@parl.gc.ca
107 Industrial Road • 867-667-6102
PHOTO: Pixabay
November 7, 2018
12
whatsupyukon.com
November 7, 2018
November 7, 2018
13
whatsupyukon.com
The Book Shelf with Dan Davidson
Celebrating the Great White North W
hen he arrived in Yellowknife, back in 2004, with his wife, Serena, and baby daughter, Janessa, it didn’t occur to John Henderson that he might still be there 14 years later, have a thriving career as chief operating officer at the Det’on Cho Corporation and a side career in the arts as the editorial cartoonist of record for the Yellowknifer, News/ North and the Inuvik Drum. “If I recall correctly, we said we’d spend a couple of years, like everybody does,” Henderson said. “Then we’d evaluate and see if we liked it. Obviously we liked something.” The North does have a touch of Newfoundland about it, and Henderson was raised in the Grand Falls–Windsor area. Being right on Great Slave Lake does give some places an East Coast feel. He’s been cartooning since 2012, commenting on various local, national and international themes for community papers, and trying to appeal to the local readers of each of them. He says he usually does four cartoons in the run of a week. He’s self-taught as a cartoonist and works in a combination of hand-drawn and digital media. This combination came in handy when he got the notion to pitch a book to MacIntyre Purcell Publishing, a house which had already produced a series of “You Might Be From … If …” books based on various cities, provinces and regions: New Brunswick, Nova Sco-
He did manage to cover all three territories. There may have been more with a N.W.T. reference, but most of the items apply to the North, in general. In the planning phase, he combined his left-brain/rightbrain skills, listing and describing all the ideas he could come up with on a spreadsheet before sketching them out, and then doing the digital drawings on his computer, where he also
tia, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Hamilton. “I approached them after reading the one about Newfoundland and Labrador, which I thought was quite hilarious.” He says he wanted to base the book on the Northwest Territories, but the publisher felt it would sell more widely if he used the Yukon and
CARTOONS: John Henderson
Cartoons from “You Might Be From the Great White North If …”
Nunavut, as well, so it became “You Might Be From the Great White North If …” and he set out
to produce 121 full-page cartoons. “The first 50 came right away,” he told me,” but then it did get a bit harder.”
PHOTO: courtesy of John Henderson
John Henderson is the editorial cartoonist of record for the Yellowknifer, News/North and the Inuvik Drum
did the colouring. The drawings came first, and the actual wording for the captions was the last part of the process. The book has sold well, reaching the top of the Amazon online sales list several times since last spring, when it first came out. It seems to wax and wane on the list, being as high as No. 1, back in May. He suspects that people buy multiple copies as gifts, and that causes the book to bounce around on the list. Dan Davidson has been writing about books for Yukon publications since 1977. Please send comments about his stories to dawson@whatsupyukon.com.
175 Titanium Way
Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 0E9 Ph:867-667-7091 Email: yukonfur@yknet.ca Or yaklinja@hotmail.com
All workshops start at 9am and end when skinning is finished. Fee $40 per person. We’re seeking more fur in the round for more workshops.
FUR HANDLING and SKINNING WORKSHOPS • November 18 (Sunday) beaver; • November 25 (Sunday) wolverine; • December 9 (Sunday) beaver; • December 16 (Sunday) lynx.
Location: at the Yukon Trappers building 175A Titanium Way in Whitehorse, Yukon.
KIDS DRAWINGS CAN COME ALIVE! 867-633-2308 www.lumelstudios.com 101 Keish St, Whitehorse, Yukon
THINKINʼ AHEAD FOR CHRISTMAS GIFTS
14
November 7, 2018
whatsupyukon.com
Highlights
Exhibi� 305 Main Street, ons Whitehorse
VISIBLE MENDING
with Vanessa Ægirsdóttir
>> Acrylic Pain�November ng Open 20 Studio << Tuesday with Neil Graham 7:00 pm – 9:00pm every first and third Wednesday of each month to 9pm Regular Price:7$70+gst $10 per 2 hour session
Member Discount: $63+gst To registerAges call: 10+ 867-667-4080 Email: recep�on@artsunderground.ca
UGLY CHRISTMAS SWEATERS with Rebekah Senko
Sunday November 25 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm Regular price: $100+gst Member discount: $94.50+gst Ages 19+
Sam Kinsley (Halifax, NS) Evidence of Action
Love dogs? Need some exercise?
Exhibi�on closes December 1st, 2012
>> Ceramic Open Studio Sessions << Sundays from 2:30 to 6pm $5 per hour
October 4th - November 8th
The Best Things in Life are… Rescued!
>> in the Yukon Art Society Gallery: registerTEXTILE for any ofARTISTS the THETo SEVEN “How Does it Felt”
following workshops, visit Arts Underground >> in the Hougen Heritage Gallery: YUKON ARCHIVES or call 867-667-4080. Archival Gold: Favourites from the Vault Exhibi�on closes January 26, 2013 Members receive a 10% discount. Open Studio Sessions
Klondike Institute of Art and Culture Dawson City, YT
November 7 Lunch & Learn Pitch Workshop - HackYG pre event November 13 (Aspiring Makers) Series! 3D Game Design after School Program for Teens Open Hours Mon- Fri 1pm-9pm
EVENTS November 30th Infolettre
Life, Love and Drinking Alone: An Evening of Kurt Weill Music Amongst Other Things
et
In the KIAC Ballroom
Arts culture Acorn is eager to go for a walk with you.
Informez-vous sur les activités en français au Yukon.
Tuesdays - Fridays 12pm-6pm Saturdays - 10am-6pm 126 Tlingit St, Whitehorse, YT Y1A 6J2 | Tel: 867 633 6019
infolettre.afy.yk.ca
Courses and Outreach Mondays, 6pm-9pm
Hand-building Pottery Drop-In $10 KIAC Members /$12 Non-Members Basic tools and materials provided Tel: (867) 993-5005 Fax: (867) 993-5838 Website: www.kiac.ca
Available Light Cinema Monday, Nov 12 yukon Arts cen tre
OPEN STUDIOS LIFE DRAWING Sunday November 4 & Sunday November 11 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm $5/hr (cash only) Bring your own supplies.
CERAMICS
Every Sunday, 2:30 – 6:00 pm Every Friday, 6:00 – 9:00 pm $5/hour (cash only) Clay, glazes and firing sold separately
Programs Arts Underground / Yukon Art Society 867-667-4080 ext 22
November 7 Lunch & Learn Pitch Workshop HackYG pre event November 12 Yukon Tech Collective Meetup Open Hours Mon- Fri 8am-5pm
NorthLight Innovation Building 2180 2nd Ave
The LITERACY CENTRE VisitFAMILY the FAMILY LITERACY CENTRE, Upstairs will return to thein the CANADA CENTRE CANADA GAMES GAMES CENTRE OPEN WEEKDAYS 10am-3pm September 4,
2pm Spirited Away Miyazaki’s Oscar-winning anime classic on the big
screen! Combining Japanese mythology with Through the Looking Glass-type whimsy, Spirited Away cemented Miyazaki’s reputation as an icon of inspired animation and wondrous storytelling. Dir. Hayao Miyazaki, 2001, Japan, 125 min. English dubbed version. Family Pass: $28
5:30pm Transformer Award-winning documentary about a former record weightlifter who transitions to a woman in a remarkable display of generosity, vulnerability and courage. Dir. Michael Del Monte, 2017, CAN, 78 min. Post-screening Q&A with Graham Withers, editor of Transformer. 8pm The Happy Prince The last days of Oscar Wilde are vividly evoked in Rupert Everett’s directorial debut: a beautiful and melancholic period drama. Everett gives a career defining performance as Wilde, physically and emotionally embodying the literary genius as he lives out his haunted last days in exile in Europe. Dir. Rupert Everett, 2018, UK/BEL/ITA/GER, 105 min.
Tix: yukontickets.com
/ YukonFilmSociety
@YukonFilm
CLOSED for lunch 12-12:30pm OPEN WEEKDAYS 10am-3pm, OPEN SATURDAYS 10am-2pm CLOSED for lunch 12-12:30pm for Family Drop-In OPEN SATURDAY’s 10am-2pm Programs FREE Programs are are FREE
g with youn Reading n e is oft children e g a positiv in d il u s k about b o o , ce with b ok experien bo ing every not finish tart. you s
YukonFilmSociety.com
Boys and Girls Club of Yukon
What:
: In FreeWhat Teen Drop Ages 11 to 18 Free snack and meal
Free Teen Drop In Ages 11 to 18 Free snack and meal When: Tuesdays to Saturdays 3When: PM to 9 PM
Wednesdays to Saturdays Where: 3 PM to 9 PM 306A Alexander Street Look for the big green door!
Where: 306A Alexander Street Registration: Look for the Contact Khoi Truong, ad@bgcyukon.com green door! orbig 867-393-2824 ext. 202 Contact: Web: bgcyukon.com Facebook: bgcyukon Twitter: @bgcyukon
Ph. (867) 393-2824
November 7, 2018
ENTER YOUR EVENTS ON-LINE It’s Free. It’s Fast. It’s Easy.
Community EVENTS ATLIN
Wednesdays Ladies’ Lunch & Carpet Bowling 7:00 pm Atlin Rec Centre Sat. Nov. 10 Community Wild Game Dinner 5:30 PM Atlin Rec Centre Potluck style dinner, bring a dish, everyone welcome. Call Annette at 651-7786 for more information. Sun. Nov. 11 Atlin Christian Centre 10:30 AM Atlin Christian Centre Sun. Nov. 11 St. Martins Anglican Church Service 10:00 AM St. Martins Anglican Church
BEAVER CREEK
Mondays and Fridays Tot Time 9:30 am Nelnah Bessie John School Tuesdays and Saturdays Volleyball 8:00 pm Beaver Creek Community Club
BURWASH LANDING
Wednesdays Culture & Craft Night 6:30 PM Jacquot Hall Start a new project, finish an old project, great teachers to help and share techniques with! Held in the Elders Room
CARCROSS
Tuesdays and Thursdays Pottery with Claudia MacPhee 3:30 pm Ghùch Tlâ Community School Every Tuesday and Thursday, please enter by side door. Everyone welcome! no fee for community members 867-399-3321 Tuesdays and Wednesdays Tlingit Language Game Nights 5:30 pm Carcross/Tagish First Nation Building Wednesdays Healthy Choices & Nutrition Activities 9:00 am Carcross/Tagish First Nation Building Wednesdays Canada Prenatal Nutrition Program Lunch 12:00 pm Ghùch Tlâ Community School For more info:kathleen. cranfield@ctfn.ca 821-4251 Wednesdays Hiroshikai Judo 6:00 pm Ghùch Tlâ Community School 332-1031 Wednesdays and Fridays AA Carcross Wed. 6:30 pm, Fri. 1:30 pm, Carcross/Tagish First Nation Building Wed. Nov. 7 School Council 7:00 PM Carcross/ Tagish First Nation Building Thu. Nov. 8 CPNP Lunch 12:00 PM Carcross/ Tagish First Nation Building Thu. Nov. 8 Prenatal Classes for Mothers and Fathers to be 7:00 PM Ghùch Tlâ Community School With Kathleen Cranfield, Registered Midwife and CPNP coordinator Thu. Nov. 8 Sewing Nights 6:30 PM Carcross/ Tagish First Nation Building Fri. Nov. 9 AA Meeting Carcross 1:30 PM Carcross/Tagish First Nation Building Sat. Nov. 10 Traditional Handgames 1:00 PM Carcross/Tagish First Nation Building Sun. Nov. 11 Sewing Sessions 12:00 PM Carcross/Tagish First Nation Building Mon. Nov. 12 AA - Tagish 7:30 PM Carcross/ Tagish First Nation Building Mon. Nov. 12 Art at the Carving Shed 5:00 PM Carcross/Tagish First Nation Building Tue. Nov. 13 Elders Breakfast 10:00 AM Carcross/Tagish First Nation Building Tue. Nov. 13 Excellence Group 5:00 PM Carcross/Tagish First Nation Building Tue. Nov. 13 Sports Night 6:00 PM Ghùch Tlâ Community School Tue. Nov. 13 Women’s Group 7:00 PM Carcross Community Campus 821-4251 Wed. Nov. 14 AA Carcross 6:30 PM Carcross/ Tagish First Nation Building
DAWSON CITY
Daily, Tue. to Sun. Dawson City Pool: Public Swim Tue/Wed/Thu/Fri 3:30-5:00 pm & Tue/ Wed/Thu 7-8:30 pm & Sat/Sun 3-4:30 pm. Tue/Wed/Thu Early Bird Lane Swim 6:30-8:30 am.Ph. 993-7400 for more info. Wed/Fri Parent & Tot Swim 5:30-6:30 pm & Sat/ Sun 9:30-11am & Sat. 2-3:00 pm & Sun. 1:303:00 pm Wed. Nov. 7 Dawson POPS! Community Choir 7:30 PM Westminster Hotel Wed. Nov. 7 Teen Ballet 3:00 PM KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture Come on into the Recreation Department office to register for this great program! Thu. Nov. 8 Art Exhibit - Evidence of Action KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture Evidence of Action is a 4 piece exhibition, each piece
15
whatsupyukon.com
Or email them to: events@whatsupyukon.com
describing an element of my physicality; a large ceramic sculpture describing my weight Friday & Saturday Roberts & Klein in the Lounge 11:00 PM Westminster Hotel Fri. Nov. 9 55+ Coffee, Cards & Conversation 1:00 PM Art & Margaret Fry Recreation Centre Call 993-7400 ext. 299 for more information. Fri. Nov. 9 Jesse Smith in the Tavern 6:00 PM Westminster Hotel Fri. Nov. 9 Super Seniors Weights 55+ 11:00 AM Dawson City Fitness Centre Fri. Nov. 9 Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Youth Centre 3:00 PM Tr’ondek Hwech’in Youth Centre Fri. Nov. 9 Women & Weights (Ladies Only) 12:00 PM Dawson City Fitness Centre Fri. Nov. 9 Yukon 48 Film Challenge 5:30 PM KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture 48 hours from the time of registration to hand in a final Quicktime file on Sunday, register online. Sat. Nov. 10 Open Studio 1:00 PM KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture Sat. Nov. 10 Painting 1:00 PM KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture Inspire and be inspired by other artists. Bring your own ideas and painting surfaces. Paints, brushes and easels are supplied, no instruction offered. Sat. Nov. 10 Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Youth Centre 3:00 PM Tr’ondek Hwech’in Youth Centre Sun. Nov. 11 The Executives in the Lounge 11:00 PM Westminster Hotel Sun. Nov. 11 St. Paul’s Church Service 10:30 AM St Paul’s Church 867-993-5381 Mon. Nov. 12 Hand Building Pottery Drop In 6:00 PM KIAC Klondike Institute of Art & Culture Basic Tools and materials provided - no instruction provided. Enter through the back door. Mon. Nov. 12 Super Seniors Weights 55+ 11:00 AM Dawson City Fitness Centre Mon. Nov. 12 Women & Weights (Ladies Only) 12:00 PM Dawson City Fitness Centre Tue. Nov. 13 Dawson City Council Meeting 7:00 PM Dawson City Town Hall The meetings are aired live on Dawson City TV Channel 12. Council holds a Question Period at each meeting that takes place towards the end of the meeting. This provides the public an opportunity to ask Council questions. 867-993-7400 Tue. Nov. 13 Step n Strong 7:00 PM Robert Service School For more information email: getrealfit(at)me.com 867-993-2520
Mondays and Wednesdays Kids Jujutsu 5:00 pm Chilkat Center For The Arts Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays After-school Outdoor Series 4:30 pm Haines Borough Public Library Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays Homework Help 5:30 pm Haines Borough Public Library Monday, Wednesday & Fridays Aqua Aerobics 8:00 AM Haines Borough Swimming Pool Tuesdays and Thursdays Ashtanga Yoga with Melina 9:30 AM Chilkat Center For The Arts Tuesdays and Thursdays Fun Science 4:30 PM Haines Borough Public Library Wednesdays Open Mic Nite 10:00 PM Pioneer Bar Wednesdays Rock Band for Teens and Preteens 4:30 PM Haines Borough Public Library Wednesdays Sword Class 6:30 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Wednesdays Tlingit Language Classes for Families 5:00 PM Sheldon Museum & Cultural Centre Call 766-2366 or email education@ sheldonmuseum.net for more information. Fridays and Mondays Yoga with Mandy 1:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Fri. Nov. 9 American Legion Burger Night 6:00 PM American Legion Fri. Nov. 9 Story Time 12:00 PM Haines Borough Public Library fohbpl@gmail.com Fri. Nov. 9 Tai Chi - Advanced 10:15 AM Chilkat Center For The Arts Fri. Nov. 9 Touch Base -- Pam, Tracey, Laura 11:00 AM Haines Chamber Of Commerce Sat. Nov. 10 Tai Chi 11:00 AM Chilkat Center For The Arts Sun. Nov. 11 Bible Club - Sunday School 12:30 PM Haines Presbyterian Church Sun. Nov. 11 Rehearsal Bodyvox Chilkat Center For The Arts Sun. Nov. 11 Sunday Worship 11:00 AM Haines Presbyterian Church Mon. Nov. 12 Adults Jujutsu 6:30 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Mon. Nov. 12 Mother Goose Stories and Songs 11:00 AM Haines Borough Public Library fohbpl@gmail.com Tue. Nov. 13 BodyVox - Theater 8:00 PM Chilkat Center For The Arts Tue. Nov. 13 Women’s Fellowship 3:00 PM Haines Senior Center
FARO
HAINES JUNCTION
Wednesdays Faro Fire Department Meeting 7:00 pm Faro Fire Hall Faro Fire Department Wednesday Meeting. Wednesdays Seniors Walk and Crib 1:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre Email recreation@ faroyukon.ca or call 994-2575 for more details. Tuesdays and Thursdays Shuffleboard 1:00 pm Faro Recreation Centre Call 994-2375 for more info. Tuesdays and Thursdays Parent & Tot Storytime 10:00 AM Faro Community Library For babies to age 4. Stories & crafts will be provided Tuesdays and Thursdays After School Kids Club 3:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre Ages 6-12, snacks, crafts, field trips and lots of fun games. Call 994-2375 for more information. Wednesdays Archery 3:30 PM Faro Recreation Centre No experience or equipment needed. Wed. Nov. 7 Faro Open Mic Night 7:00 PM Del Van Gorder School Come out and share your talents in singing, playing, telling a joke, juggling, etc. Or come to enjoy an evening of entertainment. Free Admission. Thu. Nov. 8 Archery 7:00 PM Faro Recreation Centre No experience or equipment needed. Fri. Nov. 9 Teen Drop in Gym 7:00 PM Del Van Gorder School Sun. Nov. 11 Faro Bible Chapel Sunday Service 10:30 AM Faro Bible Chapel with Pastor Ted Baker 994-2442 994-2442 Sun. Nov. 11 Faro Church of Apostles Mass 10:00 AM Church of Apostles
HAINES
Daily Haines Public Library Open Hours: Mon-Thurs 11-8 | Fri 10-6 | Sat/Sun 1:30-4:30| #907-766-2545 Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Public Swim - Everyone Welcome Haines Community Centre, Mon/Wed/Fri/Sat. 5:15-6:30 pm| Mon/Wed/Fri 11 am-12:30 pm | Sat. 10 am12 pm, #907-766-2666
We
Wednesdays Adult Volleyball 6:30 pm St. Elias Community School Wednesdays Seniors - Drop-In and Activities 1:30 pm Haines Junction Seniors Apartments Arts, craft, fitness, pool tournaments, shuffleboard, carpet bowling, and card and board games. Refreshments. Thu. Nov. 8 Adult Soccer 7:30 PM St. Elias Community School Thu. Nov. 8 Chair Yoga For Seniors 3:00 PM Haines Junction Seniors Apartments Thu. Nov. 8 Elders’ Tea & Fitness Lunch 11:00 AM Mun Ku Thu. Nov. 8 Seniors - Carpet Bowling 1:30 PM St Elias Convention Centre All Seniors and Elders welcome! Thu. Nov. 8 Women’s Circle 5:30 PM Mun Ku Email elskloppers@gmail.com for more information. Fri. Nov. 9 Story Hour 10:00 AM Haines Junction Community Library Sat. Nov. 10 Public Skate 12:00 PM Bill Brewster Arena Tues/Wed 3:15 - 4:45 pm - Fri 3-6 pm - Sat 12-4 pm and Sun 5-7:30 pm Tue. Nov. 13 Southern Tutchone Classes 12:00 PM Da Ku Cultural Centre Tue. Nov. 13 Takhini Family Game Night 7:00 PM Takhini Hall Wed. Nov. 14 Village of Haines Junction Council Meeting 7:00 PM St Elias Convention Centre
LORNE MOUNTAIN
Mon. Nov. 12 Yoga with Jess Sellers 7:00 PM Lorne Mountain Community Centre For more info call 667-7083 or Email lmca@northwestel.net Tue. Nov. 13 Creative Dance Classes 5:00 PM Lorne Mountain Community Centre For ages 4-7, Drop in - Free
MARSH LAKE
Wednesdays Pump Fitness 6:30 pm Marsh Lake Community Centre
Wednesdays Open Hours 5:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Wednesdays Singing Group 7:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Wed. Nov. 7 Waste Mgnt Society Meeting 7:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Thu. Nov. 8 Choir 6:30 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Fri. Nov. 9 Friday Night Dinner&Drinks 6:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Sat. Nov. 10 Bridge club 12:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Sat. Nov. 10 Knitting Circle 1:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre 660-4999 managermarshlake@gmail.com Tue. Nov. 13 Local Advisory Council 7:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre followed by hot apple cider and refreshments. 660-4999 Tue. Nov. 13 North of 60 Seniors Cafe. We heat the beverages, you heat the air. 2:00 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre Tue. Nov. 13 Yoga with Richard 5:30 PM Marsh Lake Community Centre
MAYO
Fri. Nov. 9 Dinner and Movie Night 5:00 PM Mayo Community Hall And Recreation Centre Sun. Nov. 11 St. Mary’s Church Service 11:00 AM St Mary’s Church (867)667-7746 Mon. Nov. 12 Yoga Classes 7:00 PM Mayo Curling Arena Bring your own Yoga mat or borrow ours. Classes are free of charge and drop-ins are welcome. 8979962043 Tue. Nov. 13 Mayo Sewing Nights 7:00 PM Yukon College Mayo Campus
OLD CROW
Sun. Nov. 11 St. Luke’s Church Service 11:00 AM St. Luke’s Church 867-993-5381 Thu. Nov. 8 Adult Night at the Youth Centre 7:00 PM Old Crow Community Center Tue. Nov. 13 Gym Night 7:00 PM Old Crow Community Center
SKAGWAY
Daily, Mondays to Fridays, Mom, Dad & Me Toddler Time 9:00 am Skagway Alaska Appropriate for 2 - 4 yrs. of age & caregiver, Free drop-in. Call 907-983-2679 for more info. Mondays & Wednesdays SpinFlex w/Katherine 6:30 am Skagway Rec. Centre Mondays, Wednesday & Fridays Group Cycling 12:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Mondays & Wednesdays TRX Suspension Training 4:30 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Sign up required Tuesday & Thursdays Basketball For Adults 7:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Tuesday & Thursdays Mat Pilates 7:30 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Intermediate core based class using classical mat exercises to create long, lean muscles. Tuesday & Thursdays Senior Weights with Dana 10:30 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Chair based resistance training program that’s not just for seniors. Tuesday & Thursdays Vinyasa Yoga 9:00 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Wednesdays Acro Jam 6:30 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Playful practice that combines acrobatics and yoga. This is an unstructured class to work on things you would like to improve on or trade Wednesdays Back & Hip Yoga 10:00 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Wednesdays Pickleball for Adults 7:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Saturdays & Sundays Undo and Renew Gentle Yoga 3:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Fri. Nov. 9 SpinYOGA 9:00 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Fri. Nov. 9 Stretch & Play Yoga 10:30 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Sat. Nov. 10 Hatha Yoga w/Sherry- ALL Levels 3:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Mon. Nov. 12 Hatha Yoga w/Sherry- ALL Levels 5:45 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Mon. Nov. 12 Restorative - Yin Yoga ALL Levels 10:00 AM Skagway Recreation Centre Mon. Nov. 12 Soccer for Adults 7:00 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Tue. Nov. 13 Let it Roll - Hatha Flow with Foam Roller 5:45 PM Skagway Recreation Centre Hatha Flow practice followed by foam roller and pinky balls.
For delivering papers to Dawson City, Mayo and Carmacks!
Kluane Freight Lines
Tue. Nov. 13 Toddler Gym Games 10:30 AM Skagway Recreation Centre 907-983-2679 k.nelson@skagway.org
TAGISH
Mondays AA - Tagish 7:30 pm Carcross/Tagish First Nation Building Tuesdays and Thursdays Carpet Bowling 11:15 am Tagish Community Centre Everyone is invited to come and learn the technical game of Carpet Bowling. Wednesdays and Saturdays, Tagish Library 12:00 pm Tagish Community Centre 399-3418 Wednesdays Coffee and Chat: Tagish Community Centre 2:00 pm Tagish Community Centre Fresh baked goods. Wed. Nov. 7 Tagish Advisory Council meeting 7:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Agenda posted at tagish.ca Thu. Nov. 8 OsteoFit 10:00 AM Tagish Community Centre Thu. Nov. 8 Public Meeting - Grizzley Bear Conservation Plan 6:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Fri. Nov. 9 Pickleball 11:00 AM Tagish Community Centre Come try Pickleball, a new sport offered which combines table tennis and regular tennis. Mon. Nov. 12 Nordic Walking 1:30 PM Tagish Community Centre Call 399-3407 for more info. Tue. Nov. 13 Get and Stay Fit 6:00 PM Tagish Community Centre Call 399-3407 for more info.
TESLIN
Wednesdays Seniors Social 10:00 am Teslin Rec Center Every Wednesday come play cards, drink coffee, chat, and have a good time. Call Kelsey at 335-4250 or email teslinrec@teslin.ca Thu. Nov. 8 Badminton Nights 7:00 PM Teslin Rec Center Every Thursday, bring your racket or just bring your self for some swift fun! 335-4250 teslinrec@teslin.ca Fri. Nov. 9 Girls Club 6:00 PM Teslin Rec Center For grades 7-12, come hang out, games, activities and snacks! Call Kelsey 335-4250 for more information. Fri. Nov. 9 Youth Club 8:00 PM Teslin Rec Center For grades 7-12, come hang out, games, activities and snacks! Call Kelsey 335-4250 for more information. Tue. Nov. 13 After School Sports K - Gr. 4 3:30 PM Teslin Rec Center Tue. Nov. 13 Teslin Dance Group Practice 7:00 PM Teslin Healing Centre Every Tuesday evening, for more info contact Melaina at 867.390.2532 ext. 333 or Melaina.sheldon@ ttc-teslin.com Tue. Nov. 13 Yoga in the Mezzanine 5:30 PM Teslin Rec Center Every Tuesday, mats provided just bring your zen. 335-4250 teslinrec@teslin.ca
WATSON LAKE
Mondays and Thursdays Help and Hope Drop in for Moms and Kids 1:00 pm Watson Lake Recreation Centre Crafts and Activities together! Mondays-Fridays Youth Activity Club 3:15 pm Watson Lake Recreation Centre For grades 5-11, come hang out, games, activities and snacks! Call Meaghen 536-8023 for more info. Mondays to Fridays, Yukon’s Northern Lights Centre, 6 shows daily. Northern Lights Centre boasts state-of-the-art panoramic video and surround-sound systems. Email: nlc@ northwestel.net Phone: (867) 536-7827 (STAR Tuesdays and Thursdays Body Fit 7:00 pm Watson Lake Recreation Centre Contact Meaghan for more information 536-8023 Tuesdays & Thursdays Body Fit 7:00 PM Watson Lake Recreation Centre Contact Meaghan for more information 5368023 Wednesdays to Thursdays Drop In SportsGames 1:00 pm Watson Lake Recreation Centre Dress for the weather, bring a water bottle. For more info call Meaghen at 536-8023 Saturdays Watson Lake Thrift Store, Noon to 3pm Fri. Nov. 9 Youth Activity Club 3:15 PM Watson Lake Recreation Centre For grades 5-11, come hang out, games, activities and snacks! Call Meaghen 536-8023 for more information. Sun. Nov. 11 St. John’s Church Service 10:00 AM St. John’s Church Service (867) 536-2932
16
November 7, 2018
whatsupyukon.com
Your Weekly Guide To Living
Yukon Life a Little Better!
www.whatsupyukon.com
Help Shape Yukon’s Future
Get on Board! Consider serving on one of the following boards and committees:
Dän Keyi Renewable Resources Council Deadline: November 15, 2018 Contact: Alison Eremenko, 867-667-5336
Carcross Housing Advisory Board
Carmacks Housing Advisory Board
Dawson City Housing Advisory Board
Faro Housing Advisory Board
Haines Junction Housing Advisory Board
Mayo Housing Advisory Board
Ross River Housing Advisory Board
Teslin Housing Advisory Board
Watson Lake Housing Advisory Board
Whitehorse Housing Advisory Board Deadline:
November 19, 2018 Contact: Cindy Schamber, 867-667-3545
Carcross/Tagish Renewable Resources Council
Carmacks Renewable Resources Council
Laberge Renewable Resources Council
North Yukon Renewable Resources Council Deadline: November 26, 2018 Contact: Alison Eremenko, 867-667-5336
Yukon Fish and Wildlife Management Board
Active Interest LISTINGS Sundays to Fridays, Kickboxing Age 5 - 12 4:00 pm N60 Combative Arts Mondays & Wednesdays Boxing 7:00 pm Leisure On Lewes Complex Call 335-3831 or email jess_staffen@yahoo.com for more info. Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays & Sundays, COBRA Self Defense Age 5 - 12 5:00 pm N60 Combative Arts Mondays & Wednesdays, Judo Age 13+ 6:00 pm N60 Combative Arts Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays & Sundays, Kickboxing Age 13+ 7:00 pm N60 Combative Arts Mondays & Wednesdays, Ladies COBRA SD 8:00 pm N60 Combative Arts Tuesdays & Thursdays Early Bird 20/20/20 6:00 AM Long Lean Mean Fitness Early morning fun, energizing & effective workout! Email or call for more info. 334-3479 Whitehorse Wednesdays Adult Drop In Gymnastics 7:30 PM Polarette’s Gymnastic Club Whether you’re perfecting your skills, looking for a new work out idea, or trying your first cartwheel, Call 6684794 for more information. info@polarettes.org Whitehorse Wednesdays Table Tennis 7:30 PM Whitehorse Elementary Enter through the back door, Call 668-3358 or 333-0299 or email TheMurf@ northwestel.net for info. Wed. Nov. 7 Dancefit 12:00 PM Better Bodies Crosstraining Centre Workout dance rooted in jazz, hip hop and Latin styles will take you away from your stresses. Wednesdays with an extra class on Saturdays at 11:00 a.m Call 633-5245 for more info. Whitehorse Wed. Nov. 7 Velocity & Pursuit 4:30 PM Biathlon Range Whitehorse Thu. Nov. 8 Adult Retro Jazz with Dale 7:30 PM Leaping Feats Creative Danceworks Rooted in ballet technique, this class will teach you the true bases of jazz dance. Register online or drop in.
Whitehorse Thu. Nov. 8 Grappling 6:00 PM N60 Combative Arts Whitehorse Thu. Nov. 8 Insanity Live 6:00 AM Peak Fitness A challenging, group-focused athletic training, cardio conditioning, and total-body strength drills, designed for people of ALL levels. 335-4281 brittyfit@gmail.com Whitehorse Thu. Nov. 8 Ladies Kickboxing 5:00 PM N60 Combative Arts Whitehorse Thu. Nov. 8 Muay Thai 7:00 PM N60 Combative Arts Whitehorse Thu. Nov. 8 Pilates for Men 6:15 PM Long Lean Mean Fitness Pilates an excellent technique for whole-body fitness, as well as a foundation for cross training with other kinds of sports and exercise. Register online or call 334-3479 for more information. Whitehorse Fri. Nov. 9 Booty Ballet with Dale 6:00 PM Leaping Feats Creative Danceworks Incorporates some core strengthening work and uses the ballet barres and some basic ballet technique to lengthen leg muscles, tone up glutes and develop better balance. . Register online or drop in. Whitehorse Fri. Nov. 9 COBRA FS 8:00 PM N60 Combative Arts Whitehorse Fri. Nov. 9 Golden Horn Judo 3:30 PM Golden Horn Elementary Whitehorse Fri. Nov. 9 Ladies Grappling 6:00 PM N60 Combative Arts Whitehorse Fri. Nov. 9 Strong by Zumba with Lynda 6:00 AM Better Bodies Crosstraining Centre Combines high intensity interval training with the science of Synced Music Motivation. Call 6335245 for more info. Whitehorse Fri. Nov. 9 Table Tennis 7:30 PM Whitehorse Elementary Enter through the back door, Call 668-3358 or 333-0299 or email TheMurf@ northwestel.net for info. Whitehorse
Wellness LISTINGS
Wednesdays The Counselling Drop-In Clinic 10:00 AM Many Rivers Counselling and Support Services Free Drop-In counselling is offered every Wednesday from 10am - 4pm. Wednesdays Women & Children Lunch Date 11:30 AM Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre Delicious Free Lunch for Women & Children Wednesdays Prenatal Luncheon 12:00 PM Skookum Jim Friendship Centre A healthy lunch and an activity for all prenatal mothers and for those with babies up to 12 months old. Welcomes all pregnant moms-to-be, nursing moms, new dads, expectant dads, wee babes, and family supports. Wednesdays Drop-in Recovery Group Meetings 2:30 PM Mental Wellness and Substance Use Services Health & Social Services Just come. We ask that you be alcohol and drug free during the group meeting. Call for more information. 456-3838 Wed. Nov. 7 Better Backs, Hips and Hams 7:30 PM Alpine Bakery Beginner/experienced beginner – stretch, standing poses, back healing work. To register call or email. Drop Ins Welcome. 393-4440 wallymaltz@mac.com Wed. Nov. 7 Community Yin with Rebekah 7:00 PM Rooted Tree Massage & Yoga Class is open to all levels of yogis. Call or email to register. 3348599 rootedtreemassage@gmail.com Wed. Nov. 7 Grief Discussion Group 7:00 PM Hospice Yukon In this three-session discussion group participants will explore their loss and find support in a group setting. Call for more information. 667-7429 info@hospiceyukon.net
ENTER YOUR EVENTS ON-LINE It’s Free. It’s Fast. It’s Easy.
Good things come to those inCharge
Capability and Consent Board
Deadline: November 30, 2018 Contact: Conrad Gryba, 867-667-8541
Student Financial Assistance Committee Deadline: November 30, 2018 Contact: Sheila Tarr, 867-667-5129
Yukon Housing Corporation Board
Deadline: December 7, 2018 Contact: MaryAnne Clarke, 867-667-5155
Or email them to: events@whatsupyukon.com
Thu. Nov. 8 Acrojam! 7:00 PM Rooted Tree Massage & Yoga Acroyoga is a collaborative yoga practice that mixes yoga with acrobatics. Fri. Nov. 9 Flow/Resto 5:30 PM Alpine Bakery Combination of restorative, moving into accessible Level 1 flow, then toning back down to stretch and restorative. To register call or email, drop ins welcome 393-4440 wallymaltz@mac. com Fri. Nov. 9 Sally & Sisters Lunch 12:00 PM Whitehorse Food Bank Free Hot Lunch for Women & Children 334-9317 Sat. Nov. 10 Kids & Parents Yoga 4:00 PM Grace Space Work with breathing, holding poses for longer time, rapidity and coordination with sun salutations, relaxation and meditation. Call or email for more info. 335-6216 info@ gracespaceyukon.com Sat. Nov. 10 Red Tara Practice 12:30 PM VajraNorth Everyone welcome. For more info contact 667-6951 (Cheryl Buchan) 633-3715 Sat. Nov. 10 Saturday Drop-in Yoga with Sabu 10:00 AM Grace Space These classes are all levels and open to everyone. This is a great opportunity to come practice Yoga with an experienced and dedicated teacher! If you have questions please call 335-2457. Sat. Nov. 10 Yoga with Sabu 10:30 AM Montessori Borealis Preschool Drop in or Call to register or email. 335-2457 sabu@sabuyoga. com Sun. Nov. 11 Gentle Yoga 12:30 PM Rooted Tree Massage & Yoga For the all ages, the stiff and the recovering bodies of life. Everyone welcome
Deadline: November 26, 2018 Contact: Alison Eremenko, 867-667-5336
Sat. Nov. 10 Dance Gathering 8:00 PM Leaping Feats Creative Danceworks A monthly let-looseshake-it-move-stretch-sweat-smile evening Adults & mature teens welcome. Entrance by donation. Substance-free. Questions? Contact 689-9774 Whitehorse Sat. Nov. 10 zFit with Jennifer 10:00 AM Better Bodies Crosstraining Centre Call 633-5245 for more info. Whitehorse Sun. Nov. 11 Carcross Kickboxing 12:30 PM N60 Combative Arts Whitehorse Sun. Nov. 11 Carcross Kids Kickboxing 11:30 AM N60 Combative Arts Whitehorse Sun. Nov. 11 COBRA FS 8:00 PM N60 Combative Arts Whitehorse Sun. Nov. 11 Ladies Grappling 6:00 PM N60 Combative Arts Whitehorse Sun. Nov. 11 Pre School Martial Arts 3:30 PM N60 Combative Arts Whitehorse Sun. Nov. 11 Table Tennis 1:30 PM Whitehorse Elementary Enter through the back door, Call 668-3358 or 333-0299 or email TheMurf@ northwestel.net for info. Whitehorse Tue. Nov. 13 Adult Biathlon 6:30 PM Biathlon Range Whitehorse Tue. Nov. 13 Grappling 6:00 PM N60 Combative Arts Whitehorse Tue. Nov. 13 Insanity Live 6:00 AM Peak Fitness A challenging, group-focused athletic training, cardio conditioning, and total-body strength drills, designed for people of ALL levels. 335-4281 brittyfit@gmail.com Whitehorse Tue. Nov. 13 Junior Shooting Program 7:00 PM Whitehorse Rifle Pistol Club Youth aged 1020, parent permission required, Registration fee applies. Participants will learn about gun safety and marksmanship. 667-6907 Whitehorse Tue. Nov. 13 Ladies Kickboxing 5:00 PM N60 Combative Arts Whitehorse Tue. Nov. 13 Muay Thai 7:00 PM N60 Combative Arts Whitehorse
- Beginners encouraged! Call or email to register. 334-8599 rootedtreemassage@gmail.com Sun. Nov. 11 Remembrance Day Yin Yoga 10:00 AM Breath of Life Collective At its heart, yoga is about mindfulness - remembering to remember. . Admission is by donation Sun. Nov. 11 Restorative Wellness MiniRetreat 1:00 PM Alpine Bakery Guided stretching, breathing, tea, healthy treats, very restorative yoga, and yoga nidra. To register email wallymaltz@mac.com Sun. Nov. 11 Sunday Night Butterflies 7:00 PM Rooted Tree Massage & Yoga Calm your nerves, relax into cozy poses, and enjoy a quiet night out with yoga that’s as beneficial as it is accessible. Call 334-8599 for details. Mon. Nov. 12 Beginner Meditation 5:30 PM Mental Health Association Yukon 6 week Beginner Meditation course is appropriate for people with no experience meditating or some experience meditating. To register call 668-6429 or email edmhayukon@gmail.com Mon. Nov. 12 Buddhist Meditation Society 5:15 PM White Swan Sanctuary All are welcome! Mon. Nov. 12 Hospice Walking Group 6:30 PM S.S.Klondike An opportunity to share your grief experience, or simply enjoy nature and the companionship of others who are grieving. Call or email for more details. 667-7429 info@ hospiceyukon.net Mon. Nov. 12 Sally & Sisters Lunch 12:00 PM Whitehorse Food Bank Free Hot Lunch for Women & Children 334-9317 Mon. Nov. 12 Shamata Meditation 5:15 PM White Swan Sanctuary Group meditation all levels welcome Mon. Nov. 12 Yoga with Jess Sellers 7:00 PM Lorne Mountain Community Centre For more info call 667-7083 or Email lmca@northwestel.net Tue. Nov. 13 Beginner Meditation 5:00 PM Whitehorse, Yukon 8 week Beginner Meditation course is appropriate for people with no experience meditating or some experience meditating. To register email: roseabove60@ gmail.com Tue. Nov. 13 Continuing Yang Family Tai Chi Traditional From Hidden Valley School Tue. Nov. 13 Golden Horn Yoga 6:00 PM Golden Horn Elementary Terice 668-6631 Tue. Nov. 13 Mental Wellness Summit 2018 - “Trauma & Resilience” 8:00 AM Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre A two-day event featuring keynote speakers, networking sessions and breakout sessions on this year’s theme “Trauma and Resilience”. Register online. Tue. Nov. 13 Rise & Shine 7:00 AM Alpine Bakery To register call or email - drop ins welcome 3934440 wallymaltz@mac.com Tue. Nov. 13 Weight Watchers 5:00 PM Yukon College Please arrive 30-minutes prior to the listed meeting time for weigh-in and registration, room A2202. 403-473-0645 blong@ weightwatchers.ca
Physiotherapists Advisory Committee Deadline: December 17, 2018 Contact: Meaghan O’Connor, 867-667-5798
Cannabis Licensing Board
Deadline: December 31, 2018 Contact: Jennifer Roach, 867-667-5265
Private Investigators and Security Agencies Review Board Deadline: Until filled Contact: Meaghan O’Connor, 867-667-5798
Get a $7 rebate on packages of Energy Star® Certified LEDs LEDs last 25 times longer than regular bulbs
WE ARE NOW ACCEPTING FALL/WINTER GEAR!
Why consign your gear at ChangingGear? For application forms and more information visit www.eco.gov.yk.ca or call toll-free 1-800-661-0408. Application packages can be emailed to boards.committees@gov.yk.ca.
Rebate forms in-store or online at inChargeYukon.ca
• Faster, easier, safer than online • Sani Sport available to sanitize the gear • Fair consignment rates 867.393.4327 • changinggear.ca • info@changinggear.ca
November 7, 2018
17
whatsupyukon.com
Violence 101
PART ONE OF FIVE
The escalation of violence by Serge Harvey-Gauthier, social worker
A
CYCLE OF V
violence increases and its consequences become more important.
AC
CU
3
2
4
1
OF
ur
1
O
PHASE 3
There are several different meanings to these indicators and deciphering which condition the system is indicating varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. If you notice any of these warnings on your instrument panel, you should refer to your owner’s manual or stop in and have us identify which conditions the vehicle may be experiencing.
TIRE SHOP OPEN MONDAY - SATURDAY
867-667-6102 107 INDUSTRIAL ROAD
ship. However, without help, the couple starts the recurring cycle of violence anew. Further, the honeymoon phase shortens as the cycle repeats itself … to the point of disappearing completely.
PHASE 4 – “YES, BUT IT’S YOUR FAULT.” (JUSTIFICATION) The aggressor tries to avoid responsibility and argues, “Yes, but it’s your fault.” This process is the same in all couples, regardless of gender and orientation. This phase is an attempt to nullify unhappy acts and to convince the victim that they are dramatizing, that they are crazy, that it’s their fault and that they should not have provoked the aggressor’s rage. As a result, the victim is led to believe that the violence will end when they modify their own behaviour. And the cycle begins again, ad nauseam!
CE
M
PHASE 2
EN
" EY
ON
OL
ult
VI
fa
2 N HO
N
yo
If you notice a light on your dash that includes the letters T.P.M.S. or a small tire icon, your vehicle may be equipped with this safety system. As of September 2007 the D.O.T. requires every passenger vehicle, truck and bus manufactured for sale in the U.S. with a G.V.W.R. of 10,000 lbs or less must include a system to detect any tire with less than 25% of the placard pressure and warn the driver of a low tire pressure on the instrument panel.
Incident of irritation, frustration, anger
IO
3
t's
Do you have a tire pressure monitoring system equipped on your vehicle?
LEGEND
OS
.I
Richard’s Tire Tips
PHASE 1
PL
t..
PHASE 3 – HONEYMOON Indeed, we call this phase the “honeymoon.” The aggressor expresses regret, asks for forgiveness of the victim and makes plenty of promises—flowers and chocolate included. Alas, this phase of the cycle restores hope that the aggressor will change, and it encourages the victim to resume or continue a relation-
N
EX
4
bu
PHASE 4
• SOURCE : L. WALKER, PSYCHOLOGIST (1977) • CONCEPTION : S. HARVEY-GAUTHIER, SOCIAL WORKER (1994) • GRAPHISM : MARIE-CLAUDE CARRIÈRE (2018)
PHOTOS: courtesy of Serge Harvey-Gauthier
M
IO AT UL
es
PHASE 1 – ACCUMULATION Tension develops as a result of a series of minor incidents. The aggressor creates tension and the fearful partner feels threatened. This process generally causes the victim to lose their temper and concentrate on the mood of the aggressor. PHASE 2 – EXPLOSION Like a bomb with a fuse lit during the initial accumulation phase, this phase is the explosion of violence, or rather of aggression. During this period, the aggressor gives the false impression of a loss of control, and the victim is in a state of panic while they try to make the source of their irritation disappear.
of violence. Generally speaking, violence develops gradually—bit by bit—and actually originates in more subtle ways. In this sense, we can flesh out an escalation of violence that I would like to briefly describe. The cycle of violence (for example, in its affective form) develops in four phases of varying length and intensity (Walker, FL, 1977). For example, it can develop between romantic partners (affective violence) or at work (organizational violence). With time, the intensity of the
LENCE
"Y
ll specialists dealing with the subject of violence agree that the majority of people only recognize physical forms of aggression such as conjugal or affective violence. Like the tip of an iceberg, it takes the form that we know best since it is visible. However, with some exceptions, it is quite rare for physical conflict to be the first manifestation
THE
THE FOUR PHASES OF ESCALATING VIOLENCE ARE ACCUMULATION, EXPLOSION, HONEYMOON AND JUSTIFICATION
These are the four phases of the cycle of violence: accumulation, explosion, a lot of justification and, finally, a honeymoon. Unfortunately, this is an unending cycle unless the victim (or victims) try to protect themselves by asking for help to find a way out of this life-poisoning whirlwind. My next article will define and categorize violence. These notions are beneficial throughout your life if ever you find yourself confronted, near or far, by violence. A list of useful resources available in the Yukon is included here. Serge Harvey-Gauthier is a social worker and passionate about helping people. To contact him email editor@whatsupyukon.com.
RESOURCES IN THE YUKON SOURCES: The first pages of your Yukon and Northern British Columbia phone book. THE WEBSITE: “Surviving in Yukon” www.aadnc-aandc.gc.ca/ eng/1376430065491/13764301230 44#healthcare EMERGENCY Whitehorse: 911 Communities: first 3 numbers and 5555 HELP AND VICTIM SERVICES Yukon and Northern B.C.: 1-800-563-0808 24/7 SHELTERS (collect calls) Carmacks 863-5918 Dawson 993-5086 Ross River 969-2722 Watson Lake 536-7233 Whitehorse 668-5733 / 633-7699 / 667-2693 Whitehorse Les EssentiElles 668-2636 ELDER ABUSE: 1-800-661-0408 x3946 RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL SURVIVORS: 867-667-2247 (collect) YUKON DISTRESS & SUPPORT LINE: 1-844-533-3030 CHILD SUPPORT AND PROTECTION Atlin 651-7511 Beaver Creek and Burwash Landing 634-2203 Carcross 821-2920 Carmacks 863-5800 Dawson 993-7890 Destruction Bay and Haines Junction 634-2203 Faro 994-2749 Mayo 996-2283 Old Crow 993-7890 Pelly 863-5800 Ross River 969-3200 Teslin 390-2588 Watson Lake 536-2232 Whitehorse 821-2920
18
November 7, 2018
whatsupyukon.com
Are you feeling the LOVE?
Paris Pick is gearing up to release a new album as a newly branded artist
A newly rebranded Paris Pick is moving in a new direction, with a new album to show it. Feeling Love will be released November 16 at the Guild Hall
T
here hardly seems to be a & the Pricks, and making up one local show these days with- half (sometimes a third) of new out the presence of singer, swampy, spacey rock act Swamp musician, songwriter and enthusi- Sex Robots. Yet, for Paris Pick, ast of all things tack, Paris Pick. In what might look like a constant her six years of living in Whitehorse, Pick has gone from being the new kid in town to one of the most prominent and popular musicians in town, all because of her PHOTO: Courtesy of Darius at Shakat Art & Photography relentless work After a B.C. tour in late October, Paris Pick will host an album gigging, busking, recording, release party for her new LP, Feeling Love promoting and grind never loses its excitement organizing shows. One might think a bit of a break and only increases her drive. “Ideally, each time you play, or slow season would be in order after the gig-packed summer Pick you’re going to bring something has just had, performing solo as new to the table,” said Pick. well as fronting her eponymous “You’re going to have some new soul/pop-rock outfit Paris Pick material to bring to the crowd,
especially when you have the same people supporting you over time. You want to give them something fun.” Pick’s new album, Feeling Love, is ready to launch, and after a tour through British Columbia, from late October to early November, she’ll be hosting a CD release concert at the Guild Hall in Whitehorse. Though Pick was once known as Paris Vagabond Gypsy, the pirate frontwoman and ukulele player of Ukes of Hazard, her new endeavours will see her moving away from her old image and assuming a new musical identity under her birth name. “I felt encouraged to make a new album now that I’m going by my birth name,” said Pick. “I’m rebranding myself to be able to play solo more often. I’m definitely hoping this new album helps me pursue more festivals and show-
PHOTO: Courtesy of Darius at Shakat Art & Photography
by Manus Hopkins
vocals and electric ukulele, with Soda Pony’s Patrick Hamilton and Aiden Tentrees on drums and percussion and bass; and on keys and vocals, respectively. Two horn players, who are known for their work as part of Major Funk and the Employment, have lent their chops to Pick, as well—Adrian Burrill on trumpet and Olivier de Colombel on saxophone. Guitarist Zacharie Pelland, who has played with Pick for some time
PHOTO: WUY File Photo/Brett Elliot
Paris Pick (second from right), seen here with members of her previous band, Ukes of Hazard, is releasing a new album with a new group, Paris Pick & the Pricks case opportunities with a band or as a solo artist.” The credits of Feeling Love look like a who’s who of the Whitehorse music scene. Having recruited some of the finest talents in town for this album, along with her own, of course, it’s going to be a record that will have to find a place on the shelf of every local music supporter. Pick, herself, has handled lead
WHATZZZZZUP?! Call our sales team at 867 667 2910 ext 2 or email sales@whatsupyukon.com
and is also part of acid rock group The Sputnik Experiment, delivered the electric guitar parts for the album, as well as some vocal duties. The impressive roster is rounded off by Keith Todd on trombone and Sarah Hamilton on strings. The album was recorded at Old Crow Recording Studios and produced by Patrick Hamilton. Aside from the lineup, one talking point on Feeling Love is
Stand out from the Rest
Give us a holler!
the direction in which Pick’s songwriting has gone. Pick said that while working out at the mines, she was been writing a lot of music inspired by how she was feeling at the time and that writing music was a good way to escape the work life and get her creative juices flowing. “I’ve realized my songwriting has developed in a more soul direction,” said Pick. “My writing skills have changed over the years, for sure. It’s more soul now, but it’s still pop.” Paris Pick & the Pricks official Feeling Love LP Release Party takes place November 16 at the Guild Hall. Doors open at 7:30 p.m. and Selina Heyligers-Hare will kick off the evening with a solo set starting at 8 p.m. Space is limited, so attendees are encouraged to get their tickets now. Earlybird tickets can be purchased through Eventbrite and come with the CD, Feeling Love. Tickets and CDs are also available at the event. Several of the musicians who played parts on Pick’s album will be performing with her at the show. “It’s going to be an epic dance party,” said Pick. “It’ll be a good opportunity to get your dance on!” For more information, visit Pick’s Facebook page at facebook. com/ParisPickAndThePricks.
Manus Hopkins is a Whitehorseand Toronto-based journalism student, musician and lover of heavy metal and cats.
30% OFF
ALL NOVEMBER
November 7, 2018
19
whatsupyukon.com
Pawsitive Tails
Experience the Ride of a Lifetime
Cat-fessions of a dog lover
Ride along the frozen Takhini River with a team of dedicated Alaskan Huskies.
by Monica Garcia
Book Now!
668-3647 • info@muktuk.com
Duffy’s Pets
One of the largest selections of birds, fish, small animals and supplies ‘North of 60’ 668-6350 407 Alexander Street, Whitehorse tanzilla@tanzilla.ca www.tanzilla.ca
Complete Sled Dog Outfitter
Monica and Purrrcy out for their evening paddle I love my cat. There, I’ve said it. I was, and am, a dog person. I’ve had dogs my whole life. From my highly intelligent and trainable border collie to my, let’s just say, more-‘independent’ purebred Siberian husky, to my loyal German shepherd husky mutt. Oh, how I have loved them all. Never in a hundred years did I think I could be equally won over by the relatively small, highly independent (and, therefore, seemingly-indifferent-to-humancompanionship) domestic cat. I looked at the plethora of cat photos on Facebook with only mild interest (likely the same reaction that friends without kids have towards all the baby and first-day-of-school pics). What’s the big deal? I thought. Then… a grey tabby kitten came into our lives around Christmas 2015. My two kids, ages 3 and 5 at the time, had long been asking for a cat. Living out of town, every time I emptied a mouse trap, the idea became more appealing. When I heard of a litter of kittens needing a home, I committed to taking one home. There were some initial challenges. Hugo, the family dog, seemed intent on killing the kitten. We swifty purchased a muzzle and told the kids that if they didn’t become friends, our loyalties lay with our 8-year-old K-9. However, it quickly became apparent that Hugo was all growl and no bite and that the kitten, despite its tiny size, could hold his own. They engaged in a territorial battle, the cat sometimes sitting atop the dog kennel, where Hugo sleeps at night, and the dog growling any time the cat walked by his food. Eventually, tensions lessened and, amazingly, they became friends! They still have their turf wars over food and
beds, but they greet each other with a nose-to-nose sniff, in the yard, and the cat will even rub affectionately against Hugo’s side.
It was Dominic, our son, who named the kitten “Percy” (likely after the children’s train character). He quickly realized the play on words and we changed the spelling to Purrrcy to make it all the more phonetically obvious. Both Dominic and Daniela (our daughter) have formed quite a bond with Purrrcy, who often sleeps in the crook of their bent legs. A cat in a bed! I never thought that was an appealing or hygienic idea … but I tell you, they grow on you. Cats are undemanding and independent, yet affectionate. Sure, I loved my ever-energetic border collie, fetching for hours on end, but there is a calming quality to cats. They have an uncanny ability to find the comfiest spot in the house, whereupon they sprawl out comfortably. Their cat naps total 12 to 14 hours a day, providing a visual reminder to slow down and relax. Cats are pretty easy, as pets go—no human-lead exercise needed (if let outdoors), and no litter training (he just figured that one out). Did I mention they are quirky and offer comic relief?
kayak. Thus began my evening paddles with “cat on-board.” He doesn’t sit still. He saunters back and forth, from bow to stern, and even into the cockpit or onto my lap for a pat. If it gets windy, he positions himself behind me with his tail up my back to steady himself. He’s ever alert, watching the pike shooting out from the reeds, or the swans flying overhead. For me, my happy place is an evening paddle on a lake of glass. Add to that the companionship and novelty of a cat, swishing its tail back and forth across the bow, and I’m literally smiling while I paddle. This will be our third winter since we brought Purrrcy home. I will admit that I now have many gigs of cat photos saved on my computer. My favourites are the which-of-these-things-doesnot-belong series, whereupon we have found Purrrcy in odd places: between novels on the cluttered bookshelf, in the dishwasher, sprawled amidst tomato plants in the greenhouse, in the bottom of the clothes bin, atop a tall pile of freshly laundered and folded sheets—even in the woodstove with the coals still slightly warm! Cats do keep you entertained, that’s for sure. Now don´t get me wrong ... I still totally love my dogs, but Purrrcy the cat has clearly won us over and become part of the family. (I promise not to post too many photos to FB.)
Cremations starting at $70. Senior and Veteran discounts. Individual cremations guaranteed.
131 Copper Rd Whitehorse
867-633-4622
Healing for Your Pets
Emotional Clearing / Chakra Balancing Bodywork / Muscle Testing Kinesiology Quantum Touch© Energy Healing In-person or Distance Sessions
Call or text for more info: Alison Zeidler, RCRT, CEMT, QTP/I Touch for Health 867.335.0078
W healingforyourpets.com E info@healingforyourpets.com
S TAY AANNDD P LAY d o g b o a rd i n g
Loving Care When You Are Not There Professional Dog Boarding with Love and Passion Heated suites, large fenced-in exercise areas, interactive play-time with other dogs, walks on/off leash, ATV/Snowmachine runs, daily swimming in the lake and lots and tons of cuddling.
Dr. Annette Belke Diploma in Dog Science, Certified Animal Assisted Therapy Professional, Dog Trainer and Behavior Therapist for dogs
Stay and Play Dog Boarding dog-boarding-yukon.ca
We “live” on water and, to my surprise, Purrrcy often comes to the dock with the family. One day, he walked right off the dock … onto my
Weour Pets AND our Customers!
When only the best will do, choose
867 335 6890
an_belke@icloud.com
Pet junction Pet Supplies & More
Thank YOU for shopping with us for over 30 years! thefeedstorewhitehorse.ca
Like us on
Ask about Delivery: 633-4076 thefeedstore@northwestel.net
Follow us on
as well as on
9006 Quartz Rd Whitehorse, YT Hours: Mon - Fri. 9AM - 6PM, Sat. 9AM-5PM
We offer Yukon’s biggest selection of Pet food and Accessories at the best prices. Come in and browse our over 250 ft section of PET ITEMS. See our full selection @ CanTire.ca Open 7 days a week
20
November 7, 2018
whatsupyukon.com
ALL YOU NEED IS SNOW
HAVE FUN THIS WINTER, GET OUTSIDE MORE :-)
building centre
Wi pe
ww
63” Pivoting Head Snow Brush
$36.99 52” Pivoting Head Snow Brush
$33.99 36” Snow Brush, with Scraper & Comfort Grip
$26.99
3.78L -40deg Windshield Washer Fluid
$3.99
35” Maxx Snow Brush, with Scraper
$10.99
Puuuush Poly Blade Snow Shovel, with nylon wear strip
$37.99
18” Poly Blade Snow Shovel, with foldable Steel Handle
$29
.99
Destroy! 24” Poly Blade Large Capacity Snow Pusher
$23.99
9.46L Low Odour Kerosene
18.9L Low Odour Kerosene
$38.99
$79.99
22lbs Natural Ice Melter
20 kg Windsor Safe-T-Salt
$19.99
$8.99
LARGEST COVERED LUMBER STORAGE IN YUKON 2281 SECOND AVE. WHITEHORSE 667-4478 or 1-800-661-0402 Hours: Monday-Saturday 8am-7pm, Sunday 8:30am-5:30pm
LIKE US ON FACEBOOK