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. […]

YFNED asks Whitehorse to support two-storey development with housing, education, kitchen space

February 11, 2026

The Yukon First Nation Education Directorate (YFNED) has asked the City of Whitehorse to support a two-storey development with education space, housing units, and a commercial kitchen space. YFNED Executive Director Melanie Bennett and Finance Director Meg Potter pointed to several benefits from the development: centralized school meal production for schools across Whitehorse, the creation […]

PSE, Indigenous governments partner to expand program access

February 11, 2026

Two postsecondary institutions have recently partnered with local Indigenous governments to create new pathways to higher education. Northwestern Polytechnic and Tallcree Tribal Government are working together to expand options for students to complete NWP’s Educational Assistant Certificate program. “Through the partnership between Tallcree Education Authority and Northwestern Polytechnic, we are building a community of lifelong […]

YukonU withdraws from Arctic Winter Games hosting role, cites labour uncertainty

February 04, 2026

Yukon University has announced that it will withdraw from its hosting role for the Arctic Winter Games, which are scheduled for early March. In doing so, the university has cancelled its food services contract, the in-kind venue and space use agreements, and its plans to host the games’ badminton event. YukonU Interim President Shelagh Rowles […]

YukonU, Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in launch community-based bridging program

January 28, 2026

Yukon University and Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in have partnered to launch a 12-month land- and community-based bridging program. This program provides learners with a flexible, student-led opportunity to “choose their own trail” in a culturally grounded and supportive environment where they will receive guidance from Elders, mentors, and knowledge holders. Learners can work towards a variety of […]

YukonU workers vote in favour of strike mandate

January 20, 2026

Yukon University workers have voted in favour of a strike mandate. The Yukon Employees Union and the university have been engaged in third-party conciliation after their previous agreement expired over 18 months ago. According to the union, key concerns include protections for precarious workers and fair wages. Union president Justin Lemphers explained that members are […]

FNSB encourages improved housing, funding to address need for teachers in YK

September 10, 2025

With the school year underway in the Yukon, the First Nation School Board (FNSB) and the Government of Yukon each noted the continued need for teachers. The FNSB noted that it has fewer vacancies compared to last year, but as of the last Friday in August, it still had eight vacant teacher positions. FNSB Chair […]

CTFN, YK sign government-to-government accord

September 10, 2025

Carcross/Tagish First Nation (CTFN) and the Government of Yukon have signed a government-to-government accord that outlines several shared priorities, including education. The agreement is in effect for a five-year term and YK Premier Mike Pemberton and CTFN Chief Maria Benoit have committed to meeting on at least an annual basis to discuss progress on the […]

Georgian, YukonU launch micro-credentials

September 02, 2025

Georgian College and Yukon University have each launched micro-credentials. Georgian’s Greenhouse Practices and Operational Fundamentals micro-credential will teach students about greenhouse operations. Students will complete in-person learning at the Rama Maawnjiydiwag Gtigaan (Rama Community Farm), where they will build their knowledge in plant sciences, integrated pest management, sustainable production systems, and food safety in the […]

YukonU, House of Wolf & Associates partner on Community Safety Guardian training

August 27, 2025

Yukon University and the House of Wolf & Associates have partnered to launch the Community Safety Guardian Training Program. Learners in the program will develop their skills and earn certifications in areas such as trauma-informed care, mental health first aid, legal literacy, and service navigation. When they enter the workforce as Guardians, they will focus […]