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• CYFN's Moccasin Mobile Outreach Program receives national recognition for harm reduction efforts

  The award acknowledges the program's dedication to providing essential services, including warm clothing, meals, and cultural support, to those in need.

• Winter Games Wednesday with Nancy Thompson - Wednesday 25th February (Audio)

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  Nancy Thompson brings a ringside look at the intense training happening in Whitehorse as wrestlers gear up for the 2026 Arctic Winter Games.

• Winter Games Wednesday with Nancy Thompson - Wednesday 18th February (Audio)

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  Nancy Thompson here, catching up with some of the talented hockey players gearing up for the 2026 Arctic Winter Games.

• Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in and Yukon Government partner on Dawson land planning initiative

  The plan will cover Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Settlement Land parcels C-13B and C-87FS, and adjoining Government of Yukon-owned land.

• Winter Games Wednesday with Nancy Thompson - Wednesday 11th February (Audio)

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  Nancy Thompson is catching up with some passionate athletes gearing up for the Dene Games

• Yukon University strike averted as union reaches tentative agreement

  The union announced the news, stating that workers deserve a fair and equitable contract.

• Yukon Government seeks input on new École Whitehorse Elementary School location

  The survey will be open until April 26, and in-person public information sessions will be held March 23-27 at various locations in Whitehorse.

• Whitehorse 2026 Arctic Winter Games schedule unveiled

  The Host Society has also completed contingency planning, relocating services from Yukon University

• Jeremy Harper elected as Chief of Selkirk First Nation

  As only one candidate submitted and upheld the required nomination forms for Chief.

• Yukon government pauses implementation of Health Authority, considering repealing Health Authority Act

  Yukon Premier Currie Dixon cites "outstanding concerns" regarding the impacts on health-care workers pensions and the structure of Shäw Kwä’a.

• Yukon University withdraws from AWG

  The decision was made following discussions about how any labour disruption would interrupt access to the entire campus.

• $300,000 fund boosts student attendance initiatives in Yukon schools

  Since 2012, the initiative has raised over $3 million, with $1.9 million invested in projects supporting student attendance.

• Whitehorse to host 2026 Broomball World Championships

  Up to 35 teams from around the world will compete in four divisions: mixed, men's, women's, and men's masters.

• Harper to run for SFN chief

  The former MLA for Mayo-Tatchun said that he made the decision following rest, reflection, and careful consideration.

• Helicopters head to Alaska for exercise

  The Griffons will operate at altitudes no lower than 500 feet above the highest obstacle on their route

• First Nations warn of increased scrutiny at US border, citing ICE actions

  Recent incidents have seen some First Nations members facing heightened checks, prompting the AFN to condemn these actions and reaffirm its commitment to protecting First Nations

• Art brings hope to Whitehorse Shelter amidst challenging times

  By including Yukon First Nations art in the shelter, we are helping to ensure it feels inclusive and connected to the community

• Yukon Schools to benefit from national School food program

  The funding will support a hot lunch pilot program, school kitchen improvements, and the development of territory-wide Healthy Food Guidelines.

• Yukon Liberal Party shuffles leadership

  Pemberton's departure follows the party's recent territorial election loss, where they failed to form government.

• US healthcare workers courted to fill Canada gaps, Yukon next

  There are already American health care workers who have moved to Canada with the help of Healthcare Infusion information and resources.