Local newscasts will return on November 23rd
CHON-FM's local news reporter is on a much-deserved break until November 23rd. During this time, our regularly scheduled local newscasts will be temporarily paused. We will continue to broadcast the Canadian Press National News and Whitehorse City Matters, and our hosts will pass along local updates as much as they can. Thank you for your understanding.
City to install accessible parking stalls downtown
Eight new accessible parking stalls are expected to be complete by November 20
YG, City of Whitehorse to double mutual aid protocol
New agreement will double the amount of electricity demand that can be removed from the grid.
Report identifies challenges and opportunities for Mayo's food system
19 indicators identified across six pillars to establish progress tracking baseline.
YG releases Connected Health Strategy
Multi-year framework to outline a more connected and accessible health care system.
YG launches Power Potential Portal
Government calling on proponents with projects that could contribute to the territory's future electricity supply.
Whitehorse hosts international broomball tournament
Teams from India, France, Switzerland, Australia, the United States, and Canada compete in Whitehorse this week.
YG expands Peak Smart incentives
Yukoners can receive up to $1600 in their first year, and another $100 each following year.
YG calls for Building UP project proposals
Deadline for proposals November 13
RRDC signs Stewardship Authority agreement with YG
Agreement the first of its kind in the Yukon outside of treaty agreements.
Yukon Party reflects on one year of strong stewardship
Minister of Environment looking forward to future progress.
RCMP begins search and rescue activities for missing Whitehorse man
Takhini River Subdivision residents may notice members of RCMP, Yukon Search and Rescue in the area.
Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in citizens start podcast
The podcast is receiving funding through the Arramat Project for its first year.
Independent review panel publishes first status report in Department of Education review
First Nations School Board and former educator share their thoughts on the findings.
ATCO Electric Yukon Gets $7.5M to Fix Billing Issues with Smart Meters
The utility acknowledged it has faced issues with inaccurate meter readings since 2023, leading to widespread estimated billing and unexpectedly high charges for Yukoners, especially during extreme cold when meters were inaccessible.
Yukon NDP calls on Yukon government to investigate electricity billing concerns
“Yukoners deserve affordable, accurate, and fair electricity bills, an investigation is needed to make sure that billing is exactly that.” -Yukon NDP Leader Kate White
Youth investment fund supports 13 community projects across Yukon
Initiatives include youth leadership training, substance use prevention, peer mentoring, and recreation programs.
FNNND challenges Mayo Dam spillway project over treaty and fish passage concerns
The First Nation contends the current emergency is self-created and is being used to bypass Nation-to-Nation obligations under the Final Agreement and UNDRIP.
First Nation of Na-Cho Nyäk Dun youth benefit as mining firms fund mayo school sports
The companies combined their efforts after several of them received requests from the school to cover a sports funding shortfall. The donation also helps teams travel.
FNNND calls out Yukon Government over exclusive mine sale talks, demands consent
The First Nation of Na-Cho Nyäk Dun said it has not consented to any sale or restart and has no agreements with any party
BC man convicted of manslaughter
The Crown submitted that Primozic died as a result of multiple blunt and sharp force injuries.
