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Beast of the Boreal

On the Cover Margaret Douville scrapes a moose hide for tanning at the Brooks

The Yukon Illustration Coalition stages its first exhibit

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he Yukon Illustration Coalition (YILCO) is a newly formed community of Yukonbased illustrators—one that’s focused on collaborating and supporting one another. “Illustration is sometimes looked down upon as a form of art,” says Tedd Tucker, who came up with the idea for the coalition. “It’s not an art form you often see featured in traditional gallery settings. “In bigger cities, there’s often a big coffee shop scene where illustrators can show their work, but outside of Baked, we don’t really have that here in Whitehorse. We wanted to create more opportunities for indie and contemporary art, and to help create a space for illustration artists to have their work seen.” Tucker says it can be daunting for artists to try and create a full solo show. With this in mind, the coalition wants to bring illustration artists together to collaborate on the development of exhibitions. YILCO’s first opportunity to showcase that collaboration came quickly on the heels of its formation. “With COVID there’s available spaces to show work out there right now,” says Tucker. “One of the local galleries had a cancellation and was facing bare walls in November, so we jumped on the opportunity.” The theme the coalition chose for this first exhibition is Beast of the Boreal. “Many of the coalition members work as commercial artists

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ly with clients, so this provided a unique experience in that he was free to draw whatever he wanted. Other artists featured in the show include Asia Hyde, Charlie Fidler, Esther Bordet, Gorellaume, Jordan Stevens, Monica Melnychuk, Miss Millie, Sheelah Tolton, Teagan Beemer and Virginie Hamel. Media includes pen, watercolour, pencil and digital illustration. “We’re excited to have this foundation for future shows,” says Tucker. “It was a lot of administrative work to set up this first show, but now that we’ve crossed that first hurdle we have a lot of ambitious plans for the future.” Beast of the Boreal shows at Northern Front Studio (110-2237 2nd Ave.) from November 2 to 20. It can be viewed Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The Yukon Illustration Coalition is open to welcoming new members. Please reach out to yukonillustration@gmail.com if you are interested in getting involved, or if you have any questions about the group’s activities. You can learn more about the coalition’s plans at Yilco.ca, or on its Facebook and Instagram channels @yukon.ilco

artists could really stretch their wings and dig their teeth into the work.” Tucker, who works as a designer, says he often works collaborative-

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Gorellaume’s piece, “Unigoffer,” will be on display as part of the Yukon Illustration Coalition’s first show, Beast of the Boreal and are used to a lot of client direction when they are creating work,” says Tucker. “With this in mind, we tried to keep the theme of the show very broad so that the

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Lest we forget

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he 11th day of the 11th hour of the 11th month. It was on that date in 1918 that the Armistice was signed, ending the First World War. The recognized symbol of Remembrance day is the poppy, for reasons illustrated by Canadian Lieutenant-Colonel John McCrae’s poem “In Flanders Fields.” The poppy was originally worn as a symbol of remembrance by the Americans and was used by a French woman for a fundraising. Madam Guerin learned of the custom while on a visit to the United States. Upon her return to France, she used the proceeds from her handmade poppies to assist destitute children in the war-torn areas of her homeland. Indeed, it was Madam Guerin who convinced the Canadian veterans to adopt the poppy as this country’s symbol of remembrance. When those first poppies appeared in Canada some 95 years ago, this was a much different country. First-hand memories of war were fresh in many minds. More than 60,000 Canadians had

been killed in France. Virtually everyone in Canada knew of someone who had lost a relative. By 1945, another 40,000 Canadians had been added to the list of war dead and, once again, remembrance was something current and immediately relevant. It is time to remember that freedom has a price, is always earned and must sometimes be defended. More than 114,000 young Canadians paid the supreme price during those years, to give us that freedom we now enjoy. This Remembrance day, take time to think about what a great place Canada is to live. Take time to think about those young Canadians who died to preserve our ideals and values, and gave us the opportunity to work together for even a better future. This November, wear a poppy to remember those who did not get a chance at tomorrow. Join in a two-minute wave of silence. We must stand as one and quietly remember all those Canadians who have died in the service of their country. Lest

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PHOTO: Pixabay At least not like at my other office.” Volunteer - “Why do you believe you may be feeling this way?”

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nxiety can be debilitating for those who feel it, and there’s no standard script for who is affected by it. The person calling the Reach Out Support Line (ROSL is a free service offered by the Canadian Mental Health Association of the Yukon) might be just as anxious about calling to ask for help as the volunteer picking up the phone is anxious about being able to help. Fortunately, there are small, simple tactics that can reduce anxiety. The answer doesn’t have to be 30 minutes of meditation at the crack of dawn, but rather, taking a moment to breathe and ground yourself. Slow, regular, long breaths can help calm or return you to a calmer state. Here’s an example of a typical anxiety-related call to ROSL, including some tips for dealing with anxiety:

Caller - “Hi there. Thank you for answering. I honestly don’t know where to start … things were really tough again today.”

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ART SHOWS Until Fri Nov 27 Mapping Worlds by Shuvinai Ashoona Yukon Arts Centre A selection of pencil crayon and ink drawings created by the Inuk artist Shuvinai Ashoona over the past two decades. Whitehorse Until Fri Nov 27 The Divinity Series by Elvis Presley Yukon Arts Centre Wildly colourful abstract paintings, draws to mind the vivid work of Russian/French painter Marc Chagall. Whitehorse Until Sat Nov 28 Stories: Paintings & Collage by Marie-Helene Comeau & Virginie Hamel Yukon Artists at Work Gallery Paintings & collage an artistic tribute to past and present northern stories. Tuesdays through Saturdays from 11am-4pm. 393-4848 Whitehorse Until Sat Nov 28 Duende by Women la carte Arts Underground A group show illustrating the spirit of evocation, featuring the artwork of Edwige Graham, Glenda Mosher, Kathy Piwowar and Gabriele Watts Whitehorse Until Mon Nov 30 Beast of the Boreal Northern Front Studio A collaboration of 11 Yukon illustrators working together with the prompt Beast of the Boreal. Whitehorse Until Mon Dec 7 Meeting by the Currents, Works from the Chu Niikwaan Artist Residency Kwanlin Dun Cultural Centre Featuring Asad Chishti, Robyn McLeod, & Aimee Dawn Robinson. Curated by Nicole Bauberger & Lori Beavis Whitehorse Until Sat Feb 27 Friends of the Yukon Archives Society Creating Community: A Look at Visual Arts in the Territory Arts Underground The collections at Yukon Archives, help tell that story by documenting and preserving the collections of the individuals and organizations that created this vital part of Yukon life. Whitehorse

LIVE MUSIC Thursdays Joe Loutchen Fiddler On The Loose 7:00 PM Sundays CJUC 92.5 FM Shine Your LIght concert series 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM Live performances weekly hosted by TOOTS. Thursdays November Thursdays With Toots 8:00 PM Paddy’s Juke Joint Folk songs (covers & originals), admission by donation. First come, ﬁrst served. Fri Nov 13 Local Boy 7:00 PM The Local Bar Tickets online. Fri Nov 13 Coup de coeur francophone - Lorène Charmetant 7:00 & 8:30 PM MacBride Museum An evening of jazz with the talented Lorène Charmetant, tickets online.

Sat Nov 14 Cabin Fever Live 9:00 PM Paddy’s Juke Joint Buy tickets online only due to limited seating. Sun Nov 15 Soulful Sundays: Cory Weeds & Strings ft. Phil Dwyer 8:00 PM Yukon Arts Centre A stunningly beautiful set of music that will be featured on an upcoming recording. This performance is a screening there will not be live performers on stage. Tickets only online. Wed Nov 18 Music at MacBride Presents: Erica Mah with Darcy McCord & Alana Martinson 7:00 PM MacBride Museum Performing a set of original songs for guzheng (Chinese zither) & cello that we have been working on. Alana Martinson on violin for some beautiful string harmonies. For more info or tickets call 667-2709. Wed Nov 18 Frazey Ford 7:00 PM Yukon Arts Centre Critically acclaimed recording artist and songwriter with a successful international career. Tickets online.

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Wed Nov 18 Every Brilliant Thing 8:00 PM The Guild Hall A delightfully funny play about depression. Recommended for ages 14+. Tickets online.

KIDS & FAMILIES Daily Yukon Literacy Coalition Book Drive 8:00 AM Horwood’s Mall We are having a book drive to assist with our programs, drop books off at the Pioneer Hotel, or Horwoods Mall. Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays LAB Drop-In 12:00 AM Heart Of Riverdale For grades 8+, make beats, write, eat food. Mondays & Fridays Preschool Dropin Gymnastics 10:00 AM Polarettes Gymnastic Club Silly songs and preschool free play, call 668-4794 for more information Tuesdays Free Super Smash Bros. 5:00 PM Titan Gaming Cafe All skill levels welcome! Please bring your own controller, and if you have a Nintendo Switch and/or Gamecube controller adapter please bring them so that we can have multiple setups. Wednesdays Warhammer Wednesdays - Age of Sigmar 5:00 PM Titan Gaming Cafe Every Wednesday Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays Family Literacy Centre Drop-In 9:30 AM Family Literacy Centre As a part of keeping safe through the pandemic, the FLC capacity number is lower than usual. To help give everyone a chance to visit, we thank you in advance for limiting your stay to 1 hr. Closed over lunch 12 - 1 pm. Wednesdays, Thursdays & Fridays Land-based Afterschool Programming Ages 10-14 3:15 PM McIntyre Field Call 334-8718 or email courtney.terriah@kdfn.net to register or more info. Thursdays Kill Team Thursdays 5:00 PM Titan Gaming Cafe 6685750 Units can be drawn from both the core book, elites book, Kill team annual and white dwarf. Saturdays Family Drop In 2:45 PM Polarettes Gymnastic Club Best suited for athletes 12 and under, but all ages are welcome. Must be accompanied by an adult. call 6684794 for more info. Saturdays Pokemon Saturdays 12:00 PM Titan Gaming Cafe Call 668-5750 for more info. Fridays Girls Club 7:30 PM Bethany Church Call 668-4877 for more information. Fridays Standard Format - Magic: The Gathering 6:00 PM Titan Gaming Cafe Legal sets = Ixalan, Rivals of Ixalan, Dominaria, Core Set 2019, Guilds of Ravnica, Ravnica Allegiance.Banned Cards = Rampaging Ferocidon

Fri Nov 13 Paint Party 2:00 PM Inclusion Yukon Call 667-4606 or inclusionyukon@gmail.com for more info or to register.

MEETINGS & WORKSHOPS Tuesdays Foundations Program 2:00 PM Coast High Country Inn Learn valuable skills to live your best life. No registration required, free, *ﬁrst come ﬁrst served. For more information call MWSU at 456-3838. Thursdays Yukon Toastmasters Clubs - Sundogs Toastmasters Club 12:00 PM Sport Yukon Learn the skills, practice the speaking, receive the feedback to improve your public speaking, communication and leadership skills. Guests are welcomed with advanced notice. Call 689-6363 or email toastmastersyukon@gmail.com. Sat Nov 14 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 Sat Nov 14 Quantum Touch Energy Healing, Level 1 11:00 AM Elemental Holistic Therapies An entry level workshop, email alison@ alisonzeidler.com or call 335-0078 to register. Wed Nov 18 The Friends of Yukon Permanent Art Collection AGM 7:00 PM Whitehorse Visitor Information Centre All current and potential members are welcome to attend. Refreshments will be served. For more info call 667-5941 or email erin. corbett@gov.yk.ca Wed Nov 18 Yukon Words 7:30 PM Virtual Online For more info email yukonwordssociety@gmail.com.

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A storm is brewing

Yukon musician Rick Massie is back with a new single, “The Storm,” six months after releasing his debut album

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by Manus Hopkins

ast time What’s Up Yukon spoke with Whitehorsebased prog metal artist Rick Massie, he had just released his debut solo album, Eclipse. Now, only five months on, Massie is already working on new music. He has about two more albums worth of material. “You can only promote an album for so long,” he said. “You want people to not forget about you.” While Massie really made Eclipse as a personal project, he was surprised and pleased with the overwhelmingly positive reception it received. According to Massie, it can be difficult to imagine art that is so personal to the artist resonating with someone else, but many listeners were able to find their own meanings in Massie’s work. While he works toward the completion of an as-yet-untitled second album, Massie plans to semi-regularly release new music in the form of singles. His hope is this will keep up his creative output and let listeners know he hasn’t fallen off the face of the Earth. His latest offering is an epic, eight-minute, mixedstyles song called “The Storm.” Massie is originally from Newfoundland. He had been following a Newfoundland organization called Heavy NFDL, when he saw a call for songwriters to submit music to be featured on a compilation album. The proceeds would be donated to a local anti-racist organization. Though he didn’t have anything completed at the time, the callout inspired Massie to write a song that could be a stand against racism, inequality and injustice. “That was the kick I needed to get this song out of me,’ he said. Massie wrote and recorded the entire song over three nights in

July. He self-released it digitally in early September. He said that all his music is driven by themes of hope and positivity. This song is no exception. In his words, it is about “coming together and not allowing hate to win.” “The Storm” starts off quiet and calm, with melodic guitars and orchestral vocals, before giving way to pounding drums, distorted guitars and rumbling vocals. It has a symphonic feel all the way through, and is as much black metal as it is Massie’s signature progressive metal sound. The song marks a new musical direction for Massie while still staying true to his unique sound. As always, his inﬂuences are proudly displayed in the music. With “The Storm” out to let people know Massie has not gone anywhere, he still has his attention focused on continuously releasing songs until the arrival of his next full-length record, hopefully sometime next year. Last December, Massie released a cover version of the Christmas carol “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen,” and says he plans to release another metal Christmas cover this year. As for which song he’s recording, that’s something we’ll all have to wait and find out. Both “The Storm” and Eclipse are available online on all streaming platforms, as well as on Massie’s Bandcamp page. Head over to Massie’s music website, RickMassie.com for more music, news and other material.

Manus Hopkins is a Whitehorseand Toronto-based journalism student, musician and lover of heavy metal and cats.

Rick Massie released his new single, “The Storm” on Sept. 4

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Seasonal Recipes with Sydney Keddy

Caramelized pork and cabbage fresh rolls

resh rolls are a great appetizer, snack, or even full meal when you just can’t stomach the idea of bringing another sandwich or salad to work. This caramelized pork is sweet with a bit of tang and lots of depth provided by the fish sauce. You could even serve this pork on a bowl of rice with a side of cabbage salad for a more filling meal. Serves 4 INGREDIENTS ❑ 1 cup sugar, divided ❑ 0.5 kg ground pork ❑ 2 tsp salt ❑ 2 tsp cracked black pepper ❑ 2 garlic cloves, ﬁnely chopped ❑ 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger

Pork and aromatics cooked in caramel

❑ 3 tbsp ﬁsh sauce ❑ 1 small onion, chopped

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❑ 2 cups ﬁnely sliced green cabbage

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however, often feels contrived. Consistent reference to Freudian analysis and highly academic language, while it feels organic, can make the novel feel dry and inaccessible. Although this novel was muchlauded - it won the Hefner Keitz Kanas Book Award, was shortlisted for the Rathbrones Folio Prize, was a finalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize and the National Book Critics Circle Award, and was listed as a Top 10 Book Pick of the Year in the New York Times, Washington Post, Time, Vulture and GQ - I honestly would have a hard time handing this over to someone and saying, “you have to read this.” I, a very well-informed person who cares deeply about politics, was bored throughout much of the novel. If it can’t hold my attention, then it’s probably not going to do much for someone who isn’t as interested in the subject as I am. Moreover, as a female-bodied reader, I found the book alienating. I could neither relate to the masculinity-related identity issues of the main char-

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Noticing the little things

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friends and family who will show up when needed, and who has the skills to grow their own food and share that nourishment with their family. Being able to share what you have with others is something to be truly thankful for. It’s about the things that give us life: The Earth that holds us, the sun that warms our skin, the moon that marks the passing of the months, the water in the rivers and the apus (the mountain spirits) that protect us are not things that should be taken for granted. What would we do if it never rained, or if the air we breathe were to be polluted? It’s what gives us life and should

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Green Pause with CPAWS with Malkolm Boothroyd

The Gwich’in’s journey to protect the Arctic Refuge W

hich land mammal migrates farther than any other? It’s not the wildebeest on the savannas of Africa, or the antelope on the Tibetan steppe. It is the Porcupine caribou herd, right here in the Yukon. Every spring, more than 200,000 caribou move north on their way to the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in Alaska, where they give birth to their calves. Some caribou travel as far as 4,000 kilometres each year, which is the equivalent of walking from Whitehorse to Saskatoon and back again. Caribou face challenges throughout their journey, including wolves, mosquitoes, rugged mountains and swollen rivers. But there’s one thing that threatens the Porcupine caribou herd above

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The Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (AWWR) in Alaska is home to dozens of ecologically sensitive species, including the Pacific loon all. It’s the prospect of oil drilling in the Arctic Refuge, in the heart of their calving grounds. I’ve been lucky to spend a lot of time exploring the Arctic Refuge. I’ve seen firsthand how wary caribou are—especially with young calves. Caribou are cau-

tious of a few solitary hikers. There’s no way they could coexist with oil derricks, pipelines, gravel mines, roads and airstrips. The Gwich’in call the calving grounds “Iizhik Gwats’an Gwandaii Goodlit,” or The Sacred Place Where Life Begins. The Arctic Ref-

uge sustains the Porcupine caribou herd. In turn, caribou sustain life in Gwich’in communities across the north. Caribou are a staple in places like Old Crow, where a bag of apples can cost $17 and two litres of milk is $8. Gwich’in elder and advocate

Lorraine Netro knows the dangers that drilling would bring. “If anything should happen to this sacred place where the caribou give birth to their young, it’s not only going to destroy the Porcupine caricont’d on page 18 ...

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