Upcoming Events
Created at The Canyon
Join us during our annual two-day, art-in-nature event where we celebrate eco-conscious creating within our community. This will be our 13th annual Created at the Canyon and we are excited to welcome you into Kwanlin/ Miles Canyon to engage with artists who are passionate about raising awareness surrounding Yukon salmon and our connection to the river and waters.
Call for artists and more details to come soon!
Created at The Canyon
Join us during our annual two-day, art-in-nature event where we celebrate eco-conscious creating within our community. This will be our 13th annual Created at the Canyon and we are excited to welcome you into Kwanlin/ Miles Canyon to engage with artists who are passionate about raising awareness surrounding Yukon salmon and our connection to the river and waters.
Call for artists and more details to come soon!
Lotion Bar Making Workshop with Kim Koyczan
More details to come regarding educational programming workshop!
Sign up will be through Eventbrite.
No Wasted Words - Earth Month Writing Contest Awards Night
Zero Waste and Yukon Conservation Society partnered up to host the No Wasted Words Writing Contest!
We will be hosting an awards night along with CJUC who will be recording the event where a selection of submissions will get the opportunity to share their work. A selection of submissions will also be published in Yukon Conservation Society’s Tread Lightly magazine.
Seats are limited, so make sure to reserve your ticket ASAP! Tickets are by donation, but readers will have free seats reserved for them.
Get your ticket on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.ca/.../no-wasted-words-writing...
Seed Starting Workshop
This event is perfect for anyone looking to start growing their own plants from seed.
Whether you are a total beginner or have some experience with gardening, this workshop will introduce you to the intricacies of planting in the North.
YCS staff members whom have experienced gardening in various microclimates will share their experience and the Energy, Mines and Resources Library, Seed Library, will join to share information about resources available here in Whitehorse for those interested in gardening. It will be a great opportunity to learn and connect with like-minded individuals!
Reserve your spot through Eventbrite!
Energy Fireside Chat and Bingo!
Come learn about Yukon's unique energy grid and how you can work towards greener energy for your home.
Join us for a casual and informative evening filled with energy-focused bingo (6pm) and discussions around the fire. You'll have the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and learn about green energy retrofits.
Refreshments and light snacks will be provided!
Reserve a space through Eventbrite!
YCS Annual General Meeting
Members are invited to register for the hybrid event in two ways:
Attend remotely via Zoom Or join us in-person via Eventbrite.
To attend, you must be a current YCS member. Become a member Here!
Energy Education - A Guided Walk Along the River
Join us for a family-friendly, leisurely walk along the Yukon River while learning about energy here in the North.
Sign up through Eventbrite!
Visible Mending Workshop with Lyn Fabio
Come join us for an evening of creativity and sustainability where we can practice mending, embrace imperfection, and resist fast fashion! Learn how to creatively repair your clothes with Lyn Fabio in this hands-on workshop. Register through Eventbrite here.
Yukon Fish and Wildlife Enhancement Trust Call for Proposals Deadline
To use Trust funds to restore, enhance and protect fish and wildlife populations and their habitat, in Yukon, so as to achieve the objectives of Chapter 16 of the Umbrella Final Agreement and may include initiating, sponsoring, funding, directing and carrying out measures to achieve those objectives.
Info https://yfwet.ca/.
Winter Wildlife Tracks & Traces (Online Webinar)
In this webinar, explore the wide world of winter wildlife in your yard, down the street, in your local park or your favourite hiking trail by finding what wildlife leave behind! Find out how birds and animals move and survive in the winter by examining their tracks and trails, beds, scrapes and scat. Discover the difference between tracks of domestic dogs and cats and the wildlife who live among us but we hardly ever see.
Info and to register click HERE.
Workshop: Intro to Paper-Making
Join Helen O’Connor and learn how to create your own unique paper using recycled materials!
YCS Volunteer Meet & Greet
Let’s get to know each other and chat about upcoming opportunities. Join us to share some snacks, warm drinks, and stories by the fire. Sign up to volunteer and join us in 2024! Volunteer info here.
Yukon Recycling Club for Children - Last Day to Redeem Prize Certificates
The Yukon Recycling Club is open to kids aged 4 to 16 years. By collecting refundable beverage containers and bringing them to your local depot, you’ll earn points that can be exchanged for prizes. January 13 is the last day to redeem prize certificates.
Raven Recycling to Close Public Drop Off
To help ensure a more comprehensive collection service in Whitehorse, in concert with the new Yukon Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations, Raven Recycling Society (Raven) will be changing its operations.
The Territory’s primary recycling processor will no longer receive materials through its 24/7 public drop-off (the bins that receive plastics, paper, cardboard, etc.) after December 31, 2023. All other services currently offered at Raven, such as the bottle depot, metals, textiles and e-waste recycling, will continue.
More info www.ravenrecycling.org
Yukon Recycling Club for Children - Last Day to Order Certificates
The Yukon Recycling Club is open to kids aged 4 to 16 years. By collecting refundable beverage containers and bringing them to your local depot, you’ll earn points that can be exchanged for prizes. December 13 is the last day to order certificates.
Open House & Pop-Up Shop
Get some early holiday shopping done locally during our Open House and Pop-up Shop, co-hosted with CPAWS Yukon! Snack, sip cider and chat conservation advocacy with us.
YCS will be featuring local makers/vendors Aiden Duncan, Amy Genier, Brent Liddle, Kim Koyczan, Sylvie Binette and Lyndi Proudfoot.
CPAWS will be Featuring artists Esther Dobbs, Karen Nicloux, Deb Enoch, and more!
10% of proceeds will go towards Yukon Conservation Society or CPAWS Yukon.
ATCO Electric Yukon 2023-24 General Rate Application
Public hearing for the ATCO Electric Yukon 2023-24 General Rate Application.
ReDesign Craft Fair
Artisans embracing the creative reuse of discarded/ salvaged materials to make beautiful and unique items.
Lunchtime stroll across the Rotary Centennial foot-bridge
Join the Yukon Bird Club for a lunchtime stroll across the Rotary Centennial foot-bridge. Meet at the Fish Ladder at 12 pm and dress warmly.
Come get a FREE tour of Raven ReCentre! #2
Curious about recycling in the Yukon? Join Raven’s Executive Director and Raven staff for a tour of Raven’s operations.
2023 Education, Career and Volunteer Expo
An opportunity to directly talk with representatives of organizations that are looking for volunteers.
YCS Office Closed
The YCS office will be closed in honour of Remembrance Day on November 13.
Yukon Recycling Club for Children - Last Day to Collect Points
The Yukon Recycling Club is open to kids aged 4 to 16 years. By collecting refundable beverage containers and bringing them to your local depot, you’ll earn points that can be exchanged for prizes. November 10 is the last day to collect points.
Alaskan Bald Eagle Festival
The excitement is building as we extend a warm invitation to the 2023 Alaskan Bald Eagle Festival, a three-day extravaganza celebrating the stunning Bald Eagles and the natural wonders of Alaska. From November 10th to 12th, 2023, venture to Haines, Alaska, and immerse yourself in the captivating world of these magnificent birds.
Come get a FREE tour of Raven ReCentre!
Curious about recycling in the Yukon? Join Raven’s Executive Director and Raven staff for a tour of Raven’s operations.
Electrify Yukon
#ElectrifyYukon is about how you can make your household more energy-efficient.
Come learn how to reduce your greenhouse gas emissions by switching to a smart electric heating system.
Clean Electricity Regulations - Deadline for Feedback
Help shape Canada’s future clean electricity sector. Send your feedback on the proposed Clean Electricity Regulations by November 2, 2023.
Hallowe’en Monsters Workshop
Make Halloween costumes with materials Raven ReCentre is rich in! This workshop for kid-grownup teams will set you up to parade your original creations during your Halloween festivities. This event is free but pre-registration is required.
Working with Fish Leather
Hosted by YCS, join Cheryl McLean to learn about the natural process of tanning fish skins and enjoy the opportunity to work with completed fish leather. Make your own medicine bag or crystal pendant wrap. Register on Eventbrite. Spaces are limited.
Whitehorse Water Use Relicensing Project: Tour of the Whitehorse Dam and Diesel Facility
YEC is offering a free, public tour of the Whitehorse dam and diesel facility. Join to discover what projects YEC has on the go, including the Whitehorse Water Use Relicensing Project, and how electricity is made. Pre-registration is required.
ReUse Fair In Watson Lake
Zero Waste Yukon and Lumel Studios will be in Watson Lake to host ReUse Fairs. The event will include a clothing swap, a workshop with artist Leslie Leong, and a demonstration of glass blowing using recycled glass by Lumel Studios.