TOPIC: YUKON
Slapstick, 'janky' puppets and ecology: Made-in-Yukon show finds an audience with its retro appeal
Billed as "a snackable mash-up of the Muppets and Planet Earth," the made-in-Yukon educational series "Northern Tails" has quickly found an audience with its retro appeal.
Uncertainty and anxiety for some Northerners, as Trump returns to power
As Donald Trump prepares to return to the White House later this month, some northerners are anxious about what the new U.S. administration will mean for the Arctic environment, circumpolar politics and the fight against climate change.
Family, colleagues remember Dave Stockdale, longtime Whitehorse city councillor and sports advocate
Dave Stockdale, the longtime Whitehorse city councillor and a major booster of sports in the territory, leaves behind a huge legacy in both athletics and politics, say colleagues and family members.
For Yukoners with chronic illness, the pandemic might be over but the risk remains
A group of people with chronic illnesses in Whitehorse meet monthly to share experiences and perspectives, including strategies for staying healthy during flu season.
Whitehorse gravel business found in contempt of court, again, for refusing to leave city-owned property
“The pattern of behaviour of Annie Lake Trucking and its partners… has shown a profound disregard for the administration of justice,”
Yukon minister confirms leak at Eagle Gold mine, warns creek could see more impacts
The Yukon's Mines Minister John Streicker has confirmed toxic water at the Eagle Gold mine is escaping one of the newly-built storage ponds there.
Proposal to relicense Whitehorse dam clears review hurdle, conservationist calls foul
The board’s evaluation report states the project will have significant adverse impacts on the environment — and people — “in or outside Yukon.”
Landslide north of Whitehorse caused 'tsunami' on ice-covered Takhini River, geologist says
A recent landslide on the Takhini River just north of Whitehorse sent a torrent of debris crashing through the ice and into the river, blocking part of the channel.
Q+A
Historian Ken Coates on how Trudeau is leaving at 'most troubled time you could imagine' for Arctic security
Ken Coates, who chairs the Yukon Arctic Security Advisory Council, says Canada's standing as a credible Arctic power is suffering — and the prime minister's decision this week to resign won't help.
Hillcrest residents ask City of Whitehorse to clear snow from local paved trails
Three delegates came to Whitehorse city council’s meeting on Monday, saying that cyclists and people on foot use the Hamilton Boulevard and Elijah Smith trails year-round to get to and from school, work or other parts of the city.
Northern MPs on Trudeau's departure, and what comes next
The North's three MPs — two of them Liberal and one from the NDP — are in agreement over at least one thing: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau is doing the right thing by stepping down.
Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in First Nation's Hän language becoming part of everyday life in Dawson City, Yukon
The Bonanza Market grocery store in Dawson City, Yukon, is the latest place in town to add the Hän language to some of its signage.
Union leader calls for investigation into City of Whitehorse staff delivering mail during Canada Post strike
Mac Clohan, president of the Canadian Union Of Postal Workers’ (CUPW) Whitehorse local, brought the issue to a city council meeting Monday night, saying that “some lines were objectively crossed" during the Canada Post strike.
Yukon heat pump program sells out in less than 3 weeks, additional applicants waitlisted
The Yukon's affordable heat pump program, announced last month, has already filled up for this year.
Yukon grandmother and grandson both receive Coronation Medal
Three Vuntut Gwich'in citizens were honoured at the Commissioner's Levee in Whitehorse
Woman died when vehicle went off highway near Watson Lake, Yukon, says coroner
An American woman died in a highway accident near Watson Lake, Yukon, last month, the territory's coroner said in a news release on Monday.
Inmate died by suicide at Whitehorse jail last month, coroner confirms
The Yukon Coroner's Service has confirmed that a 37-year-old man died by suicide at the Whitehorse Correctional Centre on Dec. 23, 2024.
Yukon gov't reports potential leak at Eagle mine; chief says concerns about groundwater remain
The territory notified Yukoners Friday of the potential leak, which, it says, could be located in a new storage pond, built by a contractor hired by receiver PricewaterhouseCoopers.
Leaders reflect on Justin Trudeau's legacy in the North
People across the North are reflecting on what Prime Minister Justin Trudeau meant to the territories and the legacy he'll leave behind, following his announcement that he will be stepping down.
Virtual nursing program helps Yukoners earn degree without leaving territory
The Yukon government and the University of New Brunswick have partnered to offer the Learn Where You Live program to help licensed practical nurses earn their bachelor of nursing degree without leaving the territory.
Yukon's Gavin McKenna — and his fans — disappointed at world juniors
"I wish we could have done more for the fans and the people of Canada,” said Gavin McKenna, after Canada failed to make it to the semi-finals for the second year in a row.
Q&A
Should Canada put cancer warnings on alcohol? Doctor says we have a right to know the risks
As the U.S. debates whether it should put cancer warnings on alcohol, a Canadian public health adviser says Canadians also have a right to know the risks of what they’re drinking.
Takhini River Bridge still a safety concern for local resident, MLA
A resident north of Whitehorse says the Takhini River Bridge is increasingly unsafe. She's been living in the area for almost 20 years. MLA for Lake Laberge, Brad Cathers, where the bridge is located, agrees. Cathers says he regularly hears concerns about the bridge and close calls.
Yukon government facing two lawsuits over deaths at Whitehorse emergency shelter
Eight months after a coroner's inquest that looked into the deaths of four Indigenous women at the Whitehorse Emergency Shelter, family members are taking the Yukon government to court over alleged negligence.
1 dead, 1 charged in Whitehorse as RCMP investigate homicide on New Year's Day
Police said they were called to a home Wednesday afternoon where they found a male with critical injuries. Despite first aid from paramedics at the scene, police say the person died.