News & Events
State of Industry in the Yukon August 2017
If you’re like us in the YCS Office, your head is spinning when it comes to the mining, and oil and gas industries in the Yukon – big news is breaking regularly and project developments are coming fast and furious. To help you keep track, we’ve summarized the status of projects currently in the news.
Created at the Canyon 2017: Artwork will be exhibited August 2nd - September 1st
Six local artists created original work in Miles Canyon. Artwork will be exhibited August 2nd - September 1st 9am - 5pm, Monday - Friday at the Northern Front Studio, Waterfront Station (curved roof bldg)
Apply for the Ted Parnell Scholarship Today!
Ted Parnell Scholarship - $500
Application deadline: Friday June 30, 2017 (midnight)
Artists Wanted: Created at the Canyon
Apply now to be one of six featured artists for Created at the Canyon 2017!
Porcupine Caribou event held in Whitehorse
In April, YCS held an event celebrating the Porcupine Caribou Herd in partnership with the Porcupine Caribou Management Board and Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation. Click here to learn more.
Peel Events in Ottawa and Yukon
To mark the hearing at the Supreme Court of Canada, we will be holding events in the Yukon and Ottawa. Click this link for more details.
Jimmy Johnny wins Gerry Couture Stewardship Award
Jimmy Johnny - a Na-Cho Nyak Dun elder, longtime guide, and outspoken advocate for the land - has won the Gerry Couture Stewardship Award.
YCS Year End Party
The YCS Year End Party is Friday Dec. 9, from 5pm til late! Come celebrate 2016 with YCS staff, Board members, volunteers, and friends. The recipient of the Gerry Couture award will be announced. All are welcome. Refreshments are provided. View the Facebook event here.
Apply for the Gerry Couture Stewardship Award!
The Gerry Couture Stewardship award fosters public awareness of, and appreciation for, the personal dedication required to conserve and manage the Yukon's natural resources. The award consists of a Gerry Couture Stewardship Medal and a $1000 prize. Deadline for nominations is Nov. 7. Click here to learn more.
Vote for the Environment
This election is crucial for the Yukon's environment. Find informative resources here.
All-Party Election Forum on the Environment
Tuesday October 18, 7-9pm, Beringia Centre
This election, YCS is taking unprecedented action to put the environment first
With an election slated for November 7th, the Yukon Conservation Society and CPAWS Yukon are making sure that Yukon voters know where the political parties stand on the environment when they cast their votes.
Free guided hikes are now over for 2016. Thanks to all who participated.
Created at the Canyon: Exhibit Launch Party
Come to the Northern Front Studio on Tuesday August 2nd between 5-8pm to view original local artwork created at Miles Canyon, hear live music and poetry, and enjoy some free snacks!
Yoga with Erica in the Canyon
Lunchtime yoga in Miles Canyon is back on Wednesday July 27, 12:15-1:15pm!
