Collège Nordique, territorial francophone associations progress on pan-territorial structure

June 16, 2026

Collège nordique francophone, the Association des francophones du Nunavut, and the Association franco-yukonnaise have taken another step towards the creation of a pan-territorial postsecondary structure in Canada’s North. In May, the partners finalized the governance model for the planned structure. Collège Nordique will be supported by campuses in Whitehorse, Yellowknife, and Iqaluit. The partners say […]

UCalgary to complete independent analysis of impacts of secession

June 16, 2026

The Government of Alberta has selected the University of Calgary’s School of Public Policy to lead an independent analysis of the impacts that secession would have on Albertans. UCalgary’s report will provide voters with information about the estimated costs of transition, economic impacts, and potential savings and risks associated with AB separating from Canada. AB […]

YukonU found to have discriminated against staff member, ordered to pay $55K

June 05, 2026

In a recent decision by the Yukon Human Rights Panel of Adjudicators (YHRPA), Yukon University was found to have discriminated against a contract worker who took domestic violence leave. CBC reports that the worker took a week of leave in 2023; upon return, she was told to wrap up her remaining projects “in the next […]

Cégep de Sept-Îles joins UArctic international network

June 03, 2026

Cégep de Sept-Îles has joined the University of the Arctic international network. As a member, the cégep will be able to develop new applied research partnerships, access northern funding programs, promote student and faculty mobility, and strengthen its positioning on strategic issues. Cégep de Sept-Îles directeur général David Beaudin explained that the membership will enable […]

YFNED pursues legal action against ISC

April 08, 2026

The Yukon First Nation Education Directorate (YFNED) is pursuing legal action against Indigenous Services Canada, reports CBC. YFNED Executive Director Melanie Bennett says that the organization filed an appeal with ISC about the termination of its Jordan’s Principle funding for a nutrition program. The appeal was filed seven months ago with no response; ISC’s guidelines […]

Canada announces investments into Indigenous language acquisition, broadcasting, culture

March 25, 2026

The Government of Canada has announced several investments through the Indigenous Languages Program into projects that will support Indigenous language and culture. Under the Northern Aboriginal Broadcasting component, Canada announced $17.2M in funding over two years to support Indigenous-language broadcasters across radio and television. “By supporting Indigenous broadcasting, we are protecting vital knowledge and culture […]

YK announces review of education department

March 25, 2026

The Government of Yukon has announced a 12-month independent review of its Department of Education that will examine its delivery of core services across the fronts of K-12, postsecondary, and adult education. In particular, the review will focus on improving outcomes for First Nations students, rural students, and students with inclusive education needs. It will […]

YK announces review of Education department

March 24, 2026

The Government of Yukon has announced a 12-month independent review of its Department of Education that will examine its delivery of core services across K-12, postsecondary, and adult education. In particular, the review will focus on improving outcomes for First Nations students, rural students, and students with inclusive education needs. It will also examine opportunities […]

UPEI, YukonU share updates on union negotiations

March 10, 2026

The University of Prince Edward Island and Yukon University have each shared updates on their union negotiations. UPEI and IBEW Local 1928, which represents maintenance staff at the university, have begun negotiations. At YukonU, the tentative agreement between the university and the employees’ union has officially been ratified. The three-year agreement—spanning July 1, 2024 to […]

YukonU, Yukon University Employees Union reach tentative agreement

February 26, 2026

Yukon University and the Yukon University Employees Union have reached a tentative agreement. This agreement will be presented to union members for a ratification vote in early March and will be signed by YukonU’s board of governors if approved. No details of the agreement have been disclosed, but the tentative agreement potentially avoids a strike. […]