As a hybrid university, it will be a hub for international Arctic and northern research while continuing to offer degrees and trades programs that meet the learning needs of all Yukoners. The camps are offered for children ages six to 14. Guided by Yukon communities and the 14 Yukon First Nations, is grounded in reconciliation and the northern experience.With over 50 degree, diploma, certificate, trades and university prep programs, YukonU will continue the tradition of northern-focused education, training and applied research established by Yukon College, while expanding opportunities for northerners. Health and Fitness. The Program Coordinator works with other programming organizations (BYTE, Skills Canada Yukon, City of Whitehorse and others) and institutions (Yukon College, Yukon Education, Apprenticeship Yukon) to provide trades and technology related programming and promotion for girls and women. Comments on this story are moderated according to ourIt is a priority for CBC to create a website that is accessible to all Canadians including people with visual, hearing, motor and cognitive challenges.Closed Captioning and Described Video is available for many CBC shows offered onThe president of Yukon College says plans are moving ahead to help the institution evolve into a university.

Founded in close co-operation with the territory’s government and business leaders, CNIM has developed innovative and flexible employment and career training to best suit Yukon labour needs. Yukon College's new mobile trailer is black with portraits of actual students painted on the sides. Twenty years later, it was granted college status and became Yukon College. The BCAIU represents the interests of eight post-secondary institutions in BC (Teaching Universities and Institutes), and Yukon University joined our organization in 2016. ], they have a big trades building, right across from the law building. Yukon University will open new doors for Arctic and climate change research, and expand post-secondary options for Yukon students, right here at home. WHITEHORSE—Deputy Premier Elaine Taylor and Yukon College Board of Governors Chair Paul Flaherty officially launched a new $1.8 million mobile trades training lab and supply trailer at Yukon College’s Ayamdigut campus today.The two trailers, which join together to create a mobile workshop and classroom, will be operated through the Centre for Northern … I am thankful to have had the opportunity to tour the facilities earlier this year. Our diversity is our strength and having Yukon University as part of our organization enhances that diversity.” Yukon University is a flexible post-secondary institution that includes a place and pathway for every learner. Yukon College has officially become Yukon University, or “YukonU.” The post-secondary institution made the announcement in a press release May 18. Please note that CBC does not endorse the opinions expressed in comments. provides an environment of cultural sensitivity for all. Together, we are forging a bold, innovative future.” Dr. Karen Barnes, Yukon University President and Vice Chancellor.“The Government of Canada is pleased to join all Yukoners in celebrating Yukon College’s transition to Yukon University, Canada’s first university north of 60°.

Yukon, Canada. Yukon College officially came to life in March of 1983.

“The time has come for a university in Yukon. Yukon, Canada. Both plans were created following extensive consultation with Yukoners and set by the board of governors, which draws representation from Yukon First Nations, Yukon communities, students and employees.Since 2012, the board of governors, senior executives, faculty and staff have consulted extensively with Yukoners, researched new universities in Canada and universities across the circumpolar North, collaborated with the Government of Yukon to establish quality assurance through Campus Alberta Quality Council and developed and launched two degree programs.Yukon University is currently consulting with Universities Canada on a pathway to becoming a member in due time.Until we can celebrate in large groups again, the launch of Yukon University is being marked with a renewed website at Online registration is open for Fall semester courses.