On Air Now The Drive Home Show 3:00pm - 6:00pm
Now Playing Hosted by William Carlick The Drive Home Show
Listen Live

School Trips Cancelled for Yukon Schools

Wednesday, 11 March 2020 10:33

The Government of Yukon released a statement late yesterday afternoon on the cancellation of international school trips for all schools in the Territory.

The health and safety of students, school staff and trip volunteers is our first priority.

At the recommendation of Yukon’s Acting Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Catherine Elliott, the Government of Yukon is cancelling international school trips. This decision is a precautionary measure due to concerns over the spread of COVID-19.

The cancellation does not include trips to Alaska at this time. We are currently reviewing all school trips to Alaska with Dr. Elliott and will determine whether or not they will go ahead on a case-by-case basis. In the coming days, we will provide an update directly to those schools who have trips to Alaska planned.

Planned trips within Canada will continue, however the situation is changing rapidly and students and parents/guardians are encouraged to check in with their school for updates leading up to any planned trips within Canada.

We recognize the significant efforts of students, parents/guardians, school staff and trip volunteers to plan for international school trips. We understand the inconvenience trip cancellations may cause and we thank schools, students and families for your understanding.

We are thankful for the work of Dr. Elliott and her consideration for the safety of students, school staff and trip volunteers.

Share

More from CHON-FM Northern News