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Children & Family Support

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Clothing .............................. 5-6

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Counselling & Support

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Drop-in Centres .................. 11-13

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Employment Assistance ...... 13-16

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Financial Support

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First Nation Offices ............ 17-18

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Food .................................... 19-20

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Housing .............................. 25-26

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Information & Advocacy

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Legal Services

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Mail .................................... 32

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Pet Care .............................. 33

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Shelters .............................. 33-34

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Showers .............................. 34-35

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Tax Return Support ............ 35-36

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Overdose Prevention Resources40

Map of Downtown Whitehorse ...... Inside Back Cover

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BUS

HANDY BUS
Provides transportation for registered, eligible riders who have difficultyusing regular transit service. Registration application form available at:www.whitehorse.ca/departments/transit/handy-bus-services
Accepts cash fare, tickets or passes. For Saturday and Sunday service,
you must schedule prior to 4:30pm on Friday. Prices for cash fare, tickets,and monthly passes available online. Tickets and passes available at thelocations listed under WHITEHORSE TRANSIT.
Monday to Friday 6:35am to 10pm and Saturday and Sunday 7am to 7pm.
Call to schedule: 867-668-8394 www.whitehorse.ca/departments/transit

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WHITEHORSE TRANSIT
All buses are low-floor, wheelchair accessible (no stairs, lowers tocurb). Download the Token Transit app to purchase a bus pass on yoursmartphone and board the bus by showing the driver the pass on yourphone. Schedules and prices for cash fare, tickets and monthly passes
available online. Tickets, passes and schedules available at these locations:• Canada Games Centre• Petro Canada• City Hall
• Petro One Porter Creek• Copper Ridge Big Way• Super A Porter Creek• Integra Tire
• Tag’s Food and Gas• Jackpot Lotto & Smoke• Yukon University-Campus Store• Manila’s Gifts & Accessories (inside Shopper’s Plaza on Main St.)
www.whitehorse.ca/departments/transit

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CHILDREN & FAMILY SUPPORTAUTISM YUKON 108 Copper Rd.
Provides education, support and new diagnosis meetings for individuals
on the Autism spectrum, as well as for those who care for and help them.
Parents, educators, health professionals and anyone else looking for
support are welcome to call for an appointment.
Monday to Friday 8:30am to 12:30pm and 1:30pm to 4pm.
867-667-6406 www.autismyukon.org
CANADA GAMES CENTRE 200 Hamilton Blvd.
Provides access to daily services including swimming, skating, drop-in
sports, group fitness, indoor track and turf, meeting rooms and child playarea. Rent equipment such as skates or rackets on-site.
Visit the website for fees and schedules.
867-667-4386 www.whitehorse.ca/cgc

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CHILD AND YOUTH FAMILY TREATMENT TEAM 211 Hawkins St.
Provides a full spectrum of free services to meet the needs of children,
youth and families in the territory. These services include early intervention,
crisis management, assessment, counselling, family therapy and casemanagement for children and youth experiencing mental wellness or
substance use challenges. Services include individual counselling, groupprograms and outreach.
867-456-3838
CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTRE (CDC) (Please call for address)
Provides free services in Whitehorse and all Yukon communities to children
from birth to age 5, and their families. Services include physiotherapy,
speech language therapy, occupational therapy, psychology anddevelopmental therapy. Families are welcome to contact the CDC with anyquestions or concerns about their child’s development.
Monday to Thursday 8am to 4:30pm and Friday 8am to 4pm.
Limited services from mid-June to mid-August.
Main office: 867-456-8182 Kwanlin Dün office: 867-633-7820
info@cdcyukon.ca www.cdcyukon.ca
FAMILY AND CHILDREN’S SERVICES/CHILD PROTECTION
4114 4th Ave.
Provides support, assistance and counselling for parents and families.
Investigates and addresses instances of child abuse.
Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5pm.
Toll-free: 1-800-661-0408 ext.3002 or 867-667-3002
After hours emergency number: 867-667-3002
FAMILY LITERACY CENTRE (FLC)
Canada Games Centre, 2nd Floor, 200 Hamilton Blvd.
Promotes the development of literacy and related life-skills through free, fun,play-based, drop-in programs for multigenerational family members.
867-668-8698 www.yukonliteracy.com
Yukon Family Literacy Centre
FAMILY PRESERVATION SERVICES Council of Yukon First Nations(CYFN), 2166 2nd Ave.
Provides support to Yukon First Nations and Indigenous families whilenavigating Yukon Government’s Family and Children’s Services system.
Working under the recognition that Yukon First Nations and Indigenous
families, extended families and communities are in the best position to makedecisions about their children and youth.
Toll Free: 1-833-364-0509 or 867-393-9200 family.preservation@cyfn.net

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HEALTHY BABIES, HEALTHY FUTURES
Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre, 503 Hanson St. (Side Door)
Provides a registered support program with weekly events and meals for
pregnant and new parents with babies up to 1 year of age.
867-667-4134 cpnp@vfwomenscentre.com www.vfwomenscentre.com
VFWCYTINUIT CHILD FIRST INITIATIVE
Indigenous Services Canada, 100 Elijah Smith Building, 300 Main St.
Ensures Inuit children have access to the essential government-funded
health, social and educational products, services and supports they need,when they need them.
Toll-free: 1-866-848-5846
sac.principedejordanrn-nrjordansprinciple.isc@canada.ca

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JORDAN’S PRINCIPLE Council of Yukon First Nations (CYFN),
2166 2nd Ave.
The Council of Yukon First Nations is the Service Coordinator for
Jordan’s Principle in the Yukon. Jordan’s Principle ensures that all First
Nation children living in Canada can access the products, services andsupports they need, when they need them. CYFN Service Coordinators
work directly with First Nation families on Jordan’s Principle requests,
navigation and advocacy.
Toll-free: 1-833-393-9200 Jordans.Principle@cyfn.net
www.cyfn.ca/services/jordansprinciple/
Families can also contact Indigenous Services Canada directly withrequests for Jordan’s Principle. Toll-free: 1-866-848-5846
sac.principedejordanrn-nrjordansprinciple.isc@canada.ca
KIDS RECREATION FUND (KRF) Sport Yukon, 4061 4th Ave.
Helps families experiencing financial hardship with the cost of registration
fees and equipment for children to participate in organized sport, art,
cultural, social and recreational programs.
867-668-4236 info@sportyukon.com www.sportyukon.com
LEARNING DISABILITIES ASSOCIATION OF YUKON (LDAY)
128A Copper Rd.
Supports children, youth and adults with learning difficulties or disabilities,
and increases awareness of learning differences. LDAY provides leadership
through advocacy, education, programs and services. Our office hours mayvary, we recommend calling in advance to set up an appointment.
Monday to Friday 9am to 4:30pm.
867-668-5167 www.LDAYukon.com

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MAMANS, PAPAS ET BÉBÉS EN SANTÉ 3089 3rd Ave.
Des services en français gratuits durant la grossesse et la période
postpartum. Ouvert du mardi au vendredi, de 9h à 17h. Fermé lundi.
867-668-2636 www.lesessentielles.ca

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PARTNERS FOR CHILDREN (PFC)
Provides a variety of parent support groups, workshops and information
sessions, in addition to facilitator training for these groups. Provides support
and workshops to early learning centres. Sign up for groups through the
Facebook page or website and learn about the YukonBaby App, PFC
newsletter and Healthy Beginnings Guide.
867-332-5990 contactus@partnersforchildren.info
www.partnersforchildren.info
Partners for Children
ROMP N’RUN - PARTNERS FOR CHILDREN Haines Junction
Offers programs two mornings a week from September to June for children
4 and under and their parents/caregivers. Offers a variety of programs
including music, dance, storytelling, yoga, gross motor activities andsensory play, and is a safe and fun space to socialize.
For contact, hours, sign-up and location:
Romp n Run
TA’AN KWÄCH’ÄN COUNCIL - FAMILY SUPPORT 117 Industrial Rd.
Provides a Family Support Worker to help Ta’an families with a variety ofservices, including liaising between families and Family and Children’sServices, court support, referral to counselling and/or treatment, informationon activities for families in Whitehorse, and pre/post-natal support.
867-668-3613 ext.405 familysupport@taan.ca
THE LEARNING TREE EARLY YEARS CENTRE BGC YUKON (BGCY)
95 Lewes Blvd
Offers Toddler, Preschool and Pre-K programs. Financial support isavailable for all BGCY programs. Monday to Friday 7:30am to 5:15pm.
867-393-2824 ext.206 BGCY: 867-393-2824 www.bgcyukon.com
THE RURAL PREGNANT MOM’S SUITE Victoria Faulkner Women’sCentre, 503 Hanson St.
Provides an apartment for mothers and their immediate family from thecommunities giving birth at Whitehorse General Hospital. The suite isavailable for up to two weeks, booking is required.
867-667-2693 info@vfwomenscentre.com www.vfwomenscentre.com
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THE TEEN PARENT CENTRE (TPC) 1001B Lewes Blvd.
Provides centralized services to support young parents in completing
their high school education. These include an on-site daycare, access toa nurse and councillor, classroom and teachers, and a Healthy Moms,
Healthy Futures program. Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm.
867-667-3421 teenparentcentre@gmail.com
WHOLE CHILD PROGRAM Takhini Elementary School, 526 Range Rd.
Provides a school-based student support program which offers free andconfidential supports for all elementry and highschool students and families
in Whitehorse.
barbara.curtis@yesnet.yk.ca
YUKON FIRST NATION EDUCATION DIRECTORATE (YFNED)
300-204 Black St.
Offers wrap-around supports through Jordan’s Principle to all Indigenous
children in the Yukon between 0 and 18 years including the Early Years
Program for parents with Indigenous children 0-5 years, the Nutrition
program offering school-based meals and regular grocery hampers, theFirst Nation Education Advocates working with students and families, andthe Mobile Therapeutic Unit bringing Allied Health and a Wellness Team to
all Yukon Communities.
Monday to Friday 8:30am to 12pm and 1pm to 4:30pm.
867-667-6962 admin@yfned.ca www.yfned.ca
Yukon First Nation Education Directorate

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CLOTHING

CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 2111 Centennial St.
Offers free clothing through the Free Clothing Room.
1st and 3rd Saturday of each month 10am to 12pm.
www.whitehorsenazarene.org
DAWSON CITY THRIFT STORE
St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Church St. Dawson City
Provides extremely low-cost adult and children’s clothing, toys and somehousehold items. Saturday 11am to 3pm.
Dawson City Thrift Store
FREE STORESThe facilities below offer Free Stores. Please call ahead for hours/closures
at 867-667-8945 or visit www.yukon.ca/en/waste-and-recycling/garbage/find-out-where-bring-your-garbage• Carcross Solid Waste Facility• Champagne Solid Waste Facility• Deep Creek Solid Waste Facility • Destruction Bay Solid Waste Facility >>5• Marsh Lake Solid Waste Facility• Ross River Solid Waste Facility

3• Mount Lorne Solid Waste Facility• Tagish Solid Waste Facility.

The Municipalities below offer Municipal (at Waste Facility) or
Community-run Free Stores. Locations and hours/closures on
websites or call for information.
Carmacks: www.carmacks.ca/p/waste-management
Dawson: www.cityofdawson.ca/p/solid-waste-diversion
Faro: www.faro.ca/p/landfill-hours
Haines Junction: www.hainesjunctionyukon.com
Mayo: www.villageofmayo.ca/recycling-free-store/
Teslin: Wed-Fri 12pm to 6pm, Sat-Sun 10am to 5pm, located at Landfill.
Watson Lake Recycling Depot: 867-536-7104
HAINES JUNCTION THRIFT SHOP
Basement of the Anglican Log Church, Alaska Hwy.
Provides extremely low-cost adult and children’s clothing and somehousehold items. September to May Thursday 2pm to 6pm.
867-634-2512
MARY HOUSE 504 Cook St.
Provides adult clothing for emergency situations. Please call ahead whenable, and ring the doorbell on arrival.
Monday to Friday 9am to 11:45am and 1pm to 5pm.
867-667-7146
OUTREACH VAN
Provides free clothing for those in need, along with other services.
7 days a week 5:30pm to 9:30pm. (See HEALTH page 24)
Call or text to contact the Outreach Van 1-867-334-1647
OutreachVan Whitehorse
THE WHITEHORSE COMMUNITY THRIFT STORE (LOVE2THRIFT)
Yukon Inn Plaza, 4230 4th Ave.
Provides low-cost clothing and household goods.
Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10am to 5pm.
www.love2thriftyukon.ca
WHITEHORSE CONNECTS - YUKON ANTI-POVERTY COALITION
A full-day event running three times a year.
Provides a wide range of free volunteer health and human services people
might not otherwise access. Hot drinks, a meal and clothing available.
Everyone welcome. January, May and October.
867-334-9317 whitehorseconnects@gmail.com
www.yapc.ca
Yukon Anti-Poverty Coalition

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COUNSELLING & SUPPORTADULT PROTECTION UNIT 3168 3rd Ave.
Provides confidential inquiries into reports of suspected abuse, neglect or
self-neglect of adults 19+ years who may be unable to seek help. Supports
the safety and well-being of vulnerable adults.
Toll Free: 1-800-661-0408 ext.3946 or 867-456-3946
AL-ANON/ALATEEN
Provides support groups and services for family and friends of alcoholics.
Al-Anon is for adults, Alateen is for youth. Voicemail and email aremonitored even when offices are closed.
1-604-688-1716 afgcentraloffice@gmail.com
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS
Provides regularly scheduled meetings and support for those looking tobegin, maintain or return to their recovery. Call to find a meeting local toyour area, anywhere in the Yukon. 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
Toll Free: 1-833-985-6622 www.aa.org

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ALL GENDERS YUKON
Provides an apolitical, confidential support group for transgender,
two-spirited, non-binary and intersex individuals and their loved ones.
Provides connections for those exploring gender identity or expression,or seeking to connect with the gender-diverse community of the Yukon.
agysboard@gmail.com www.allgendersyukon.com
CANADIAN MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION Yukon Division
415 Baxter St.
Provides free counselling to individuals, families, couples and youth.
Programming and services include: drop-in counselling, a variety ofwellness programming, Family and Friends support group, workplacemental wellness programming and the Reach Out Support Line (below).
Monday to Friday 9am to 4:30pm.
867-668-6429 admin@yukon.cmha.ca www.yukon.cmha.ca
Reach Out Support Line: a confidential and non-judgmental call service
with trained volunteers who will listen, support and help callers find options.
7 days a week 10am to 2am.
Toll-free: 1-844-533-3030

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CENTRE DE RESSOURCES PARTENARIAT COMMUNAUTÉ EN SANTÉ
Centre de la francophonie, 302 rue Strickland.
Présente des ressources en français sur des sujets relatifs à la santé,
incluant aussi la possibilité d’emprunter des trousses en promotion de lasanté pour la petite enfance par les membres (gratuit). Le PCS produit aussi
un répertoire des professionnels et professionnelles bilingues de la santéqui est disponible au bureau du PCS et en ligne. Le centre de ressources
en santé est ouvert du lundi au vendredi, de 9h à 17h.
867-668-2663 ext.800 www.francosante.org

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CHRYSALIS ANTI-HUMAN TRAFFICKING NETWORK
Provides a free, confidential telephone counselling service to all workers
of all ages in the adult industry who have been trafficked for the purposesof forced commercial sex or labour. Offers ongoing support to sex workers
who do not personally identify as being trafficked or exploited. Callers haveaccess to counselling, local referrals and Project Lifeline, a safe buddy
system for sex workers operating in isolation.
Toll-free: 1-866-528-7109 www.chrysalisnetwork.org
COMMITTEE ON ABUSE IN RESIDENTIAL SCHOOLS SOCIETY(CAIRS) (See listing under DROP-IN CENTRES page 12)
COMMUNITIES BUILDING YOUTH FUTURES (CBYF)(See listing under YOUTH page 37)
FIRST NATIONS AND INUIT HOPE FOR WELLNESS HELP LINE
Provides help to those experiencing emotional distress and want to talk.
24 hours a day 7 days a week.
Toll free: 1-855-242-3310
HOSPICE YUKON 409 Jarvis St.
Provides support and programs for individuals, families and youth who
are grieving the death of a loved one, or living with a life-limiting illness.
Services are offered free of charge, including counselling, Healing Touch,grief groups, lending library, and educational workshops. Online services
and programming are available for those living in rural Yukon communities.
Drop-in Monday to Friday 11:30am to 3pm. Appointments are available
outside these hours, please call to schedule.
867-667-7429 www.hospiceyukon.net

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INCLUSION YUKON 7 Yukon Inn Plaza, 4230 4th Ave.
Supports adults, teens and children with intellectual disabilities and theirfamilies through direct support, formal advocacy and public education andawareness. The office provides: direct one-on-one services, supported
employment, sexual health and social skills training, and supports teens as
they leave high school. Monday to Friday 10am to 3:30pm.
867-667-4606 inclusionyukon@gmail.com www.inclusionyukon.org

INDIAN RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL (IRS) RESOLUTION HEALTHSUPPORT PROGRAM, MISSING AND MURDERED INDIGENOUS
WOMEN AND GIRLS, and FEDERAL INDIAN DAY SCHOOL SUPPORTS
Provides mental health counselling and transportation coverage to thenearest point of service to eligible clients. Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm.
Toll free: 1-800-464-8106
JACKSON LAKE WELLNESS TEAM Natsékhi Kų̀ Health Centre,
53 McClimon Cres.
Provides cultural and spiritual land-based services. Assists individuals,
families and communities on their healing journeys.
Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm.
867-668-7289 health.reception@kdfn.net
www.kwanlindun.com/health/spiritual-and-mental-wellness
LIARD ABORIGINAL WOMEN’S SOCIETY (please call for address.)
Provides social development services to the Kaska Nation in the Yukon (andnorthern BC). Mainstay programs include: a restorative healing program
responding to the needs of Residential School Survivors and those sufferingintergenerational effects, and a gender-based empowerment program for
women of the Kaska Nation.
www.liardaboriginalwomen.ca

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MAMANS, PAPAS ET BÉBÉS EN SANTÉ(See listing under CHILDREN & FAMILY SUPPORT page 4)
MENTAL WELLNESS AND SUBSTANCE USE SERVICES
Sarah Steele Building, 609 Steele St.
MENTAL WELLNESS SERVICES
Provides a free counselling service for ages 19+ with both one-on-one
and group options. Groups include options for depression, anxiety anddialectical behaviour therapy, and an intensive treatment program for thosestruggling with their substance use. Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm.
(For SUBSTANCE USE SERVICES see listing under HEALTH page 23).
Toll-free: 1-866-456-3838 or 867-456-3838
MENTAL WELLNESS HUBS All Communities
Provides access to a wide range of health and social services including
individual counselling, outreach services, mental wellness support forindividuals who have experienced trauma, community support, pre- andpost-care related to substance use, and couples and family counselling.
Services are available for all ages and some outreach mental healthnursing is available.
Toll-free: 1-866-456-3838

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NARCOTICS ANONYMOUS
Provides regular meetings and support groups to help each other abstain
from alcohol and drugs. Everyone is welcome to show up at any/all
meetings listed below.
Wednesday and Sunday 7pm to 8:30pm at Inclusion Yukon, 7 Yukon Inn
Plaza, 4230 4th Ave.
Friday 7pm to 8:30pm at Yukon Employees’ Union, 2285 2nd Ave.
NATIONAL INDIAN RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL CRISIS LINE
Provides former Indian Residential School (IRS) students and their families
emotional and crisis referral services. 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
Toll free: 1-866-925-4419

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OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS
Provides regular meetings and support groups to help each otherabstain from overeating. Email us for more information about meetings,
dates and times.
oayukon@gmail.com
SECOND OPINION SOCIETY (SOS) (Services moved online)
Offers a free online resource specializing in virtual mental healtheducational workshops and events for those interested in holistic
approaches to mental health. A library of all workshops and information isavailable online 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
867-667-2037 sos@northwestel.net www.sosyukon.ca
SEXUALIZED ASSAULT RESPONSE TEAM (SART)
Provides a safe and confidential network of services for victims ofsexualized violence of all ages and genders. SART offers emergency
services including support, information on options, and hospital and RCMP
accompaniment. 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
Toll Free: 1-844-967-7275 sartyukon.ca
TAO-TEL-AIDE
Service d’écoute active, de soutien et de références aux personnes de tous
âges. Anonyme et confidentiel. 365 jours par année, 24 heures sur 24.
Ligne d’écoute 1-800-567-9699
VETERANS AFFAIRS CANADA
Provides targeted services and benefits to improve the mental and physicalwell-being, employment and housing situations of current and former
members of the Canadian Armed Forces, RCMP, and family members.
Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm.
Toll-free: 1-866-522-2122 www.veterans.gc.ca/eng

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VETERANS AFFAIRS CANADA ASSISTANCE SERVICE
Provides a confidential and free telephone service for counselling andpsychological support. The service is for Veterans, former RCMP members,
their families and caregivers. 24 hours a day 365 days a year.
Toll free: 1-800-268-7708
VICTIMLINKBC Serves all of the Yukon
Provides free information, referral services and immediate crisis support tovictims of family and sexual violence, victims of human trafficking, and/or
victims exploited for labour or sexual services. Even if you’re not sure if you
have been a victim of crime, call, text or email for assistance.
1-800-563-0808 VictimLinkBC@bc211.ca
VICTIM SERVICES
Offers free confidential services for victims of crime of all ages and genders,no matter when it happened or whether or not it has been reported to thepolice. Offers support, crisis counselling, court updates and information,
protective orders and Victims of Crime Emergency Fund (VCEF).
Toll free: 1-800-661-0408 ext.8500
Whitehorse: 301 Jarvis St. 867-667-8500
Dawson City: 813B 3rd Ave. 867-993-5831
Watson Lake: 820 Adela Trail 867-536-2541

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WOMEN OF WISDOM (See SKOOKUM JIM FRIENDSHIP CENTRE
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DROP-IN CENTRESBGC YUKON (BGCY) 306A Alexander St.
Provides a drop-in program, hot meals and developmental experiences/
opportunities in a safe, supportive atmosphere for youth ages 12 to 18.
A small annual BGCY membership fee gives each young person access tomeals, programs and a shower. Financial support is available for all BGCY
programs and memberships. Additional support(s) for children, young adults
and families are also available.
Tuesday to Friday 3pm to 9pm and Saturday 1pm to 9pm.
867-393-2824 ext.204 od@bgcyukon.com www.bgcyukon.com
BLOOD TIES FOUR DIRECTIONS CENTER 6189 6th Ave.
Provides a low-barrier, safe environment. Offers health, wellness, housing
support services, referrals, supportive listening, and other supports asneeded (see HEALTH page 21). Computer access, hot drinks, and atelephone are also available.
Monday to Friday 8:30am to 12pm and 1pm to 4:30pm.
867-633-2437 www.bloodties.ca
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COMMITTEE ON ABUSE IN RESIDENTIAL SCHOOLS SOCIETY(CAIRS) 4198A 4th Ave.
Offers a wide range of support services and referrals for those individuals
who have been affected by residential schools, intergenerational trauma,
day scholars, 60’s Scoop and Missing and Murdered Indigenous Womenand Girls. Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm.
867-667-2247
FAMILY LITERACY CENTRE (FLC)(See listing under CHILDREN & FAMILY SUPPORT page 2)
GOLDEN AGE SOCIETY 4061A 4th Ave.
Provides a gathering space for seniors 55+ to socialize, participate inactivities, and promote, support and advance cultural, recreational, athleticand charitable activities in the Yukon. Membership is $25 per year.
Monday to Friday 10am to 1pm.
867-668-5538 www.yukon-seniors-and-elders.org

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SKOOKUM JIM FRIENDSHIP CENTRE 3159 3rd Ave.
Offers a wide variety of programming including Women of Wisdom,
Youth Employment Centre, Indigenous Skills and Employment Training(ISET), After-School Tutoring, the NWT Post-Secondary Program, YouthDiversion, Prenatal Nutrition and Traditional Parenting. Programming is
ongoing and expanding. Check Facebook for our most up-to-date eventsand information. Call the main line to be connected to all programming.
Monday to Friday 8:30am to 12pm and 1pm to 4:30pm.
867-633-7680 www.skookumjim.com reception@skookumjim.com
Skookum Jim Friendship Centre
VICTORIA FAULKNER WOMEN’S CENTRE 503 Hanson St.
Offers a friendly space for those that identify as women or outside thegender binary (and their children) to connect, get support, and cometogether on women’s issues. The Women’s Advocate can help individuals
assess options during times of crisis, including legal aid, housing, andmental health services. The Healthy Babies, Healthy Futures Coordinatorprovides resources and support to new and pregnant parents. Showers,
laundry and internet access available Monday to Friday 11am to 2pm.
Business hours: Drop-in hours Monday to Friday 11am to 3pm.
867-667-2693 info@vfwomenscentre.com www.vfwomenscentre.com
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WHITEHORSE EMERGENCY SHELTER
Provides a warm, low-barrier environment for those in need. Harm reduction
supplies, support, showers, meals and more are provided.
7 days a week 365 days a year 7am to 4:30pm.
867-455-2820
WHITEHORSE PUBLIC LIBRARY
Provides free use of computers, internet, DVDs, CDs, newspapers,
magazines, audiobooks, e-books, large-print, French books, accessibility
tools, SAD lamps and online learning. Programming for all ages. Freelibrary card with proof (one piece) of Yukon residency. Check website forcurrent hours. 7 days a week.
867-667-5239 www.yukon.ca/libraries
YOUTH CLUB - CANADA GAMES CENTRE (CGC)
Canada Games Centre 1st Floor, 200 Hamilton Blvd.
Offers board games, facilitated active play, crafts, table tennis, foosballand more. Entry is free to the Youth Club space and all activities (does notinclude other areas of the CGC). Ages 10-17. Hours vary with seasonalfacility schedule. Check schedule posted outside Youth Club.
Thursday to Saturday 5pm to 9:45pm.
867-334-7339 www.whitehorse.ca/cgc
YUKON LEARN SOCIETY 301-309 Strickland St.
Provides free adult (16+) literacy programs and services, access tocomputers and internet, one-on-one tutoring, small group instruction,
computer courses and access to resources for a $5 annual membership.
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
Toll-free: 1-888-668-6280 or 867-668-6280 www.yukonlearn.com
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EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCEASSOCIATION FRANCO-YUKONNAISE (AFY) 302, rue Strickland
Vaste gamme de services dans les domaines de l’aide à l’emploi, dela formation, de l’orientation et de l’alphabétisation à l’intention desfrancophones offerte au Centre de la francophonie. Ouvert du lundi auvendredi, de 9h à 17h.
867-668-2663 www.afy.ca
BYTE - EMPOWERING YOUTH 404A Ogilvie St.
Offers a free library, a comprehensive referral service for youth andemployment services such as help with job searches and resume writing.
Monday to Friday 9:30am to 5pm. (See listing under YOUTH page 37)
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COMPUTERS FOR SCHOOLS YUKON 1000 Lewes Blvd.
Offers 6-month paid internship positions twice a year for young adults
between the ages of 15 to 30 who have graduated high school. Accepted
applicants to the Technical Work Experience Program will gain hands-on
experience fixing used computers and installing operating systems.
867-456-4365 admin@cfsy.ca www.cfsy.ca
EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING SERVICES UNIT (ETS)
Provides employment, training and support services to individuals age 16+
facing barriers towards employment. Referrals are accepted from applicant(self-referral) and/or referring agency. Support is provided to those who
identify as having a significant employment-related barrier.
867-667-8760 www.yukon.ca/en/get-training-or-employment
EMPLOYMENT CENTRAL 202-204 Black St.
Provides free job-search services and supports including an online job
board, employment counselling, workshops, access to computers, fax,
phone and photocopier to facilitate entry into the workforce. Assists clientsseeking funding for school and targeted wage programs.
Monday to Friday 9am to 12pm and 1pm to 4:30pm.
867-393-8270 www.employmentyukon.ca

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GOVERNMENT OF CANADA EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIESProvides an online job board of local and national federal government
job postings. Lits jobs, training opportunities and hiring programs forstudents, graduates and Indigenous people. Includes employment
opportunities for military personnel and veterans wanting to transition
to civilian life.
www.canada.ca/en/services/jobs/opportunities/government.html
GC Jobs
GOVERNMENT OF CANADA JOB BANKProvides an online job board with local and national employment posts,
career planning aids, and local and national employment trends and wages.
www.jobbank.gc.ca
INCLUSION YUKON 7 Yukon Inn Plaza, 4230 4th Ave.
Offers a Supported Employment Program assisting adults with intellectual
disabilities that would like to be employed, and teens that experience
intellectual disabilities and are transitioning from highschool into theworkforce. Monday to Friday 10am to 3:30pm.
867-667-4606 www.inclusionyukon.org inclusionyukon@gmail.com

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INDIGENOUS SKILLS EMPLOYMENT TRAINING (ISET)
Skookum Jim Friendship Centre, 3159 3rd Ave.
Offers training opportunities designed to provide entry into the workforce.
This program is available for urban Indigenous peoples who are not eligible
for funding through a Yukon First Nation.
867-633-7680 www.skookumjim.com
Skookum Jim Friendship Centre
KLONDIKE OUTREACH 853 3rd Ave. Dawson City
Provides employment services including a job board, computer and internet
access, assistance in resume and cover letter writing, interview supports
and information and assistance in applying for various Yukon governmentfunded employment programs.
867-993-5176 https://klondikeoutreach.com/ info@klondikeoutreach.com
OPPORTUNITIES YUKON (Formerly Challenge Disability Resource Group)
704 Main St.
Offers the Employ Ability Skills Programs: short-term group trainings thatteach employment skills, offer certificate courses, and provide job-search
assistance. Offers Yukon Employment Services: support for individuals withbarriers to employment, assisting with job search, job coaching and muchmore. Operating two social enterprises for employment: Career Industries
production facility and Bridges Café & Catering.
Monday to Friday 9am to 12pm and 1pm to 4:30pm.
(See listing under HOUSING page 26)
867-668-4421 www.opportunitiesyukon.ca
WAYFINDER JOB BOARD
Provides an online job board of employers looking to hire Yukon First
Nations people. Lists postings from First Nation governments, organizations
and businesses, and postings with First Nation priority.
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YOUTH EMPLOYMENT CENTRE (See SKOOKUM JIM FRIENDSHIPCENTRE UNDER DROP-IN CENTRES page 12)
YUKON GOVERNMENT EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIESProvides an online list of all Yukon Government job postings in the territory.
https://yukongovernment.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll
YOUTH OF TODAY SOCIETY (YOTS) Creative House, 404C Ogilvie St.
Provides media training and development programs for young
entrepreneurs ages 18-30. Video, music and media employment
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the storefront for product placement, computer workstations and internet,
access to mailing address, office supplies, phone, equipment, and tools.
Contact to learn how to schedule desk-time and reserve tools.
Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
867-633-9867 www.youthoftodaysociety.com
youth of today society
YUKON WORK INFORMATION NETWORK (YUWIN) 101-302 Steele St.
Offers an up-to-date, comprehensive of the entire Yukon, online job board.
Filter by community/location and key words. YUWIN posts positions from:private businesses, community organizations, First Nation and municipal
governments. 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
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FINANCIAL SUPPORTFirst Nations are often able to offer financial support to their citizens.
See FIRST NATION OFFICES pages 17-18.
BENEFITS WAYFINDER - PROSPER CANADA
Provides a free online service that filters all government benefits that you
may be eligible for. The benefits selected for the user are filtered basedon eight profile questions. The benefit options provided are from federal,provincial, and territorial governments and are updated on an ongoing basis.
https://benefitswayfinder.org

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CROWN-INDIGENOUS RELATIONS AND NORTHERN AFFAIRSCANADA/ INDIGENOUS SERVICES CANADA - Income AssistanceClient Services Office, 122 Elijah Smith Building, 300 Main St.
Provides income assistance to status First Nation people who live inWhitehorse and who are unable to meet their basic needs. Kwanlin Dün
First Nation and Ta’an Kwäch’än Council citizens should contact their First
Nation for income assistance (see FIRST NATION OFFICES pages 17-18).
Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm.
Toll-free: 1-800-661-0451 or 867-667-3399
aadnc.ytservicesclientele-clientservicesyt.aandc@canada.ca
www.canada.ca/indigenous-northern-yukon
EMPLOYMENT INSURANCE (EI) 125 Elijah Smith Building, 300 Main St.
Provides regular benefits to individuals who lose their jobs through no faultof their own (shortage of work, seasonal or mass lay-offs) and are available
for and able to work, but cannot find a job. Apply online and find access tophone and online reporting services and online help.
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INCOME SUPPORT SERVICES - YUKON GOVERNMENT 3168 3rd Ave(Social Assistance)
Provides financial assistance and generalist case management services
to individuals and families presenting with immediate financial need. This
program is a last resort after you’ve explored all other possible sources ofincome and helps cover the costs of basic needs.
Toll-free: 1-800-661-0408 ext.8921
Carcross: 867-821-2920
Carmacks and Pelly Crossing: 867-863-5800
Dawson City and Old Crow: 867-993-7890
Faro: 867-994-2749
Haines Junction, Destruction Bay,
Burwash Landing and Beaver Creek: 867-634-2203
Mayo/Elsa: 867-996-2283
Pelly Crossing: 867-863-5800
Ross River: 867-969-3200
Teslin: 867-390-2588
Watson Lake: 867-536-2232
Whitehorse: 867-667-5674 ext.3168
JORDAN’S PRINCIPLE(See listing under CHILDREN & FAMILY SUPPORT page 3)
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FIRST NATION OFFICES

If you are looking for information or services from your First Nation,
contact them directly. They may be able to help with education andtraining, justice, housing, income assistance and cultural support.
CARCROSS/TAGISH FIRST NATION
Carcross Toll-Free: 1-855-686-4251 or 867-821-4251 www.ctfn.ca
Carcross/Tagish First Nation
CHAMPAGNE AND AISHIHIK FIRST NATIONSHaines Junction 867-634-4200 Whitehorse 867-456-6888
www.cafn.ca
Champagne and Aishihik First Nations

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FIRST NATION OF NA-CHO NYÄK DUNMayo 867-996-2265 www.nndfn.com
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KLUANE FIRST NATION
Burwash Landing Toll-Free: 1-866-558-5587 or 867-841-4274
www.kfn.ca
Kluane First Nation
KWANLIN DÜN FIRST NATIONWhitehorse 867-633-7800 www.kwanlindun.com
Kwanlin Dün First Nation
LIARD FIRST NATION
Watson Lake/Upper Liard Toll-Free: 1-866-736-2131 or 867-536-5200
www.liardfirstnation.ca
Liard First Nation
LITTLE SALMON CARMACKS FIRST NATION
Carmacks 867-863-5576 www.lscfn.ca
Little Salmon Carmacks First Nation
ROSS RIVER DENA COUNCIL
Ross River 867-969-2277 www.rossriverdenacouncil.com
Ross River Members & Communications
SELKIRK FIRST NATION
Pelly Crossing 867-537-3331 www.selkirkfn.com

Selkirk First Nation

TA’AN KWÄCH’ÄN COUNCIL
Whitehorse 867-668-3613 www.taan.ca

Ta’an Kwäch’än Council

TESLIN TLINGIT COUNCIL
Teslin 867-390-2532 www.ttc-teslin.com

Teslin Tlingit Council

TR’ONDËK HWËCH’IN
Dawson City Toll-Free: 1-877-993-3400 or 867-993-7100
www.trondek.ca
Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Government
VUNTUT GWITCHIN FIRST NATION
Old Crow 867-966-3261 Whitehorse 867-663-2911
www.vgfn.ca
Vuntut Gwitchin Government

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WHITE RIVER FIRST NATION
Beaver Creek Toll Free: 1-866-862-9736 or 867-862-7802
www.whiteriverfirstnation.com
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FOOD

FREE FOOD IN WHITEHORSE CALENDAR
Yukon Anti-Poverty Coalition (YAPC), 509 Hanson St.
Provides a monthly listing of organizations offering free meals including low
barrier and women and children’s options. Visit the website or Facebook
page to download the current month’s calendar, or pick up a copy at YAPC.
www.yapc.ca
Yukon Anti-Poverty Coalition
BGC YUKON (BGCY) 306A Alexander St.
Provides free meals in the drop-in space for ages 12 to 18. Tuesday toSaturday. Snack is served 3pm to 4pm and dinner is served 6pm to 7pm.
No need to call ahead.
BGC Yukon’s Early Years Centre is a registered program that provides two
snacks and one meal a day from Monday to Friday for ages 18 months to 5
years. Call for more information.
Project Backpack offers food for families: foodproject@bgcyukon.com for
more information.
867-393-2824 ext.204 www.bgcyukon.com
COMMUNITY KITCHEN
Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre, 503 Hanson St.
Provides a nutritious hot meal, free or by donation. Anyone who identifies asa woman or outside the gender binary (and children) is welcome.
Wednesday 11:30am to 1pm and Friday 4pm to 6pm.
867-667-2693 www.vfwomenscentre.com
VFWCYTDAWSON CITY FOOD BANK
Dawson Community Chapel, 1254 5th Ave. Dawson City
Tuesdays 12pm to 2pm. (Summer hours may be reduced, please callahead.)
867-993-5122 dawsoncommunitychapel@hotmail.com
HEARTS AND HANDS Watson Lake
Provides free food hampers, one per household per month. Pick-up is on
the last Friday of every month between 12pm and 2pm. Email to sign up andfor pick-up location.
wlheartsandhands@gmail.com
Watson Lake Hearts and Hands
MARY HOUSE 504 Cook St.
Provides a free sandwich lunch. Please ring the doorbell on arrival.
Tuesday and Thursday 1pm to 5pm.
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OUTREACH VAN
Provides free snacks and beverages for those in need, along with otherservices. (See listing under HEALTH page 24)
7 days a week 5:30pm to 9:30pm.
Call or text to contact the Outreach Van 1-867-334-1647
OutreachVan Whitehorse
SALLY & SISTERS/SOEURS
Yukon Aboriginal Women’s Council (YAWC), 407 Black St.
Provides a free hot lunch and beverages for women and children in a safe
and sober space. Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 11:30am to 1:30pm.
867-332-7450
www.yawc.ca/services/outreach-prevention-healing/sally-sisters-soeurslunch-program
WHITEHORSE EMERGENCY SHELTER 405 Alexander St.
Provides free meals 7 days a week. Breakfast 7am to 8am, Lunch 11:30am
to 1pm, Dinner (for over-night shelter guests only) 5pm to 6pm.
867-455-2820 for any questions.
WHITEHORSE FOOD BANK 306 Alexander St.
Provides free seven-day hampers, one per household per month.
ID required, bring your own bags. Hamper pick up times:
Tuesday and Thursday 10am to 12:45pm and 3pm to 4:45pm.
Family pick-up: Wednesday 10am to 12pm.
867-393-2265 www.whitehorsefoodbank.ca
Food Bank Society of Whitehorse
Hampers in Communities: The Whitehorse Food Bank delivers
hampers to the communities below once a month. Please connect withthe contact in your community to sign up for hampers andto receive more information.
Atlin: Taku River Tlingit First Nation 1-250-651-7900 ext.310
hss.reception@gov.trtfn.com
Carmacks: lorraineofcarmacks@gmail.com
Faro: 867 333-9610 tintinakennels@gmail.com
Haines Junction: 867-335-0440 hjfoodassn@gmail.com
www.hjfoodassociation.com
Watson Lake: call or text 867-536-6787 (See HEARTS AND
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HEALTH10811 YUKON HEALTH LINE
Provides easy telephone access to non-emergency health information andservices. Check website for additional health information and to order yourfree copy of the Yukon HealthGuide, a handbook that answers questions
about more than 200 health concerns and contains information on
prevention, home treatment and more. 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
Dial 811 https://ykhealthguide.org
BETTER TO KNOW
Offers extensive online information about sexual health, sexual orientation,
gender, pregnancy and relationships. Confidentially email your questions
through the website or phone to speak to a sexual health educatorin-person. Both email and phone lines are staffed by OPT BC’s Sexual
Health Educators. Phone line and email questions are answered from
Monday to Friday 9am to 9pm.
Toll-free: 1-800-SEX-SENSE (1-800-739-7367) www.bettertoknow.yk.ca
BLOOD TIES FOUR DIRECTIONS CENTER 6189 6th Ave.
Offers health and wellness support services. Services include healthcare navigation and support, case management, education, advocacy
and harm reduction supplies (injection kits, crack kits, meth kits, foil kits,snorting kits, Naloxone, fentanyl and benzo testing program, sexual healthsupplies, hygiene supplies, overdose prevention and response education).
Drop-in Centre: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 12pm and 1pm to 4:30pm.
Needle and Pipe Program: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:30pm.
Outreach nurse available on-site every second Wednesday
from 1pm to 3pm.
867-633-2437 www.bloodties.ca
Blood Ties Four Directions Centre
BLOOD TIES SUPERVISED CONSUMPTION SITE 6189 6th Ave.
(Entrance off of 5th Ave.)
Provides a safe, non-judgmental and confidential indoor space for people
to consume their drugs by injection, snorting, swallowing or smoking.
Trained staff will aid in the event of an overdose and can provide health careservices, referrals, supportive listening, drug checking and other supports
as needed. Computer access, snacks, hot drinks, and a telephone areavailable. Free Naloxone and harm reduction kits can also be picked up
at the site. Monday to Friday 12pm to 9pm (closed on holidays).
867-687-4545 www.bloodties.ca/supervised-consumption-site/
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BRAVE APP
Provides a free, completely anonymous mobile app for people using
substances alone. Emergency response preferences and plans can besaved, and the user has complete autonomy over who is called, an when,in the case of an overdose or other emergency.
Download: www.thebraveapp.com/download
More information: www.thebraveapp.com
CANADIAN MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION Yukon Division(See listing under COUNSELLING & SUPPORT page 7)
CENTRE DE RESSOURCES PARTENARIAT COMMUNAUTÉ EN SANTÉ(See listing under COUNSELLING & SUPPORT page 8)
DIABETES EDUCATION CENTRE Thomson Centre, Hospital Road
Provides diabetes care, teaching and ongoing support to adults in
Whitehorse and rural Yukon communities (via Telehealth). Staff include
a Registered Nurse and Registered Dietitians who are Certified Diabetes
Educators (CDE). A physician or healthcare provider referral is required forscheduled visits to the Diabetes Education Centre.
Monday to Friday 8:30am to 12pm and 12:30pm to 2pm.
867-393-8711
DISABILITY SERVICES - ADULT AND CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
49A Waterfront Pl.
Provides services to adults with developmental disabilities, and to families
supporting children, youth and adults with disabilities. Services range fromproviding funding to families for a respite or an inclusion support worker, tospecialized services such as a referral to therapies for early intervention ora supported living placement.
867-393-7464 disabilityservicessubmissions@yukon.ca
DOWNTOWN OUTREACH CLINIC
Whitehorse Emergency Shelter, 405 Alexander St.
A free drop-in clinic offering wound care, immunizations, foot care, healthpromotion and harm reduction education, physiotherapy, help navigating thehealthcare system, and referrals by nurses, physiotherapists, social workers
and support workers. No health card required. No appointment needed.
Wednesday 10am to 2pm.
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FETAL ALCOHOL SYNDROME SOCIETY OF YUKON (FASSY)
120-205 Black St.
Provides services to adults with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)
and their support circles. Offers educational opportunities about FASD >>and support for families, communities, practitioners and other service
agencies. Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5pm.
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FIRST NATIONS AND INUIT DENTAL CLINIC
100 Elijah Smith Building, 300 Main St.
Provides dental services to First Nations and Inuit people. Dental
treatment is billed directly to the Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB)
Program. Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm.
Toll-free: 1-866-846-1740 or 867-393-6866
FIRST NATIONS AND INUIT HEALTH BRANCH
100 Elijah Smith Building, 300 Main St.
Provides coverage for prescription drugs, mental health counselling,dental care, vision care, medical equipment and supplies, and medicaltransportation. Coverage provided through the Non-Insured Health Benefits(NIHB) Program. Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm.
Toll free: 1-866-362-6717
FIRST NATIONS AND INUIT HOPE FOR WELLNESS HELP LINE
(See listing under COUNSELLING & SUPPORT page 8)
INDIAN RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL (IRS) RESOLUTION HEALTHSUPPORT PROGRAM, MISSING AND MURDERED INDIGENOUS
WOMEN AND GIRLS, and FEDERAL INDIAN DAY SCHOOL SUPPORTS(See listing under COUNSELLING & SUPPORT page 9)
KWANLIN DÜN FIRST NATION, HEALTH CENTRE
Natsékhi Kų̀ Health Centre, 53 McClimon Cres.
Provides health care access to all Kwanlin Dün First Nation Citizens througha variety of programs to: monitor health, provide health education, help
with illness management, administer immunizations or other communicabledisease control, provide outreach and health promotion.
Monday to Friday 8:30am to 12pm and 1pm to 4pm.
Nursing drop-in clinic: Monday to Friday 9am to 12pm and 1pm to 4pm.
867-668-7289 www.kwanlindun.com/health
MENTAL WELLNESS AND SUBSTANCE USE SERVICES
Sarah Steele Building, 609 Steele St.
SUBSTANCE USE SERVICES:
Provides Withdrawal Management Services including medically assisted
withdrawal from substances and is available for every Yukoner aged 14+.
We prioritize youth and pregnant people. 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
(For MENTAL WELLNESS SERVICES see listing under COUNSELLING &SUPPORT page 9)867-667-8473

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NATIONAL INDIAN RESIDENTIAL SCHOOL CRISIS LINE
(See listing under COUNSELLING & SUPPORT page 10)
NATIONAL OVERDOSE RESPONSE SERVICE (NORS)
Provides free overdose prevention over the phone so you don’t have to
use substances alone. Call the hot line before using for accepting, nonpreaching, unconditional support. (Not anonymous, but all information is
confidential.) 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
Toll Free: 1-888-688-NORS(6677) www.nors.ca
OPIOID ADDICTION TREATMENT SERVICES
Referred Care Clinic, 210 Elliott St.
Get medical help and harm reduction for opiate substance use disorder.
No referral required, but please call ahead.
Monday to Friday 9am to 12pm and 1pm to 4pm.
867-668-2552
OUTREACH VAN
Provides a variety of harm reduction supplies and education including
injection kits, crack kits, meth kits, foil kits, snorting kits, Naloxone, fentanyland benzo testing program, sexual health supplies, overdose prevention
and response education. Also provides referrals, snacks and beverages,
warm clothes, hygiene supplies, and first aid. Nursing care is available twice
per week. 7 days a week 5:30pm to 9:30pm.
Call or text to contact the Outreach Van 1-867-334-1647
OutreachVan Whitehorse
OVERDOSE PREVENTION RESOURCES
A tear-out sheet with all the local and mobile resourses needed to stay safe
when using substances. Page 40.
PATHWAYS PROGRAM - KWANLIN DÜN FIRST NATION
Kenädän Kų̀ House of Learning, 5 O’Brien Pl.
General wellness support to Kwanlin Dün citizens and their kinshipnetworks (including non-citizens connected to KDFN).
Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm.
867-633-8422 ext.506
QUITPATH
Offers free text, phone and email support for quitting (and after quitting)smoking/vaping. Provides evidence-based information, tips, tools and free
nicotine replacement products. Joining is free. Sign up through the website.
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SMOKERS’ HELPLINE Canadian Cancer Society
Offers free, confidential support and information about quitting smoking,vaping and tobacco use. Provides evidence-based, non-judgmental >>and personalized programs: online, phone and text. Service is available
in English and French.
Toll free: 1-877-513-5333 www.smokershelpline.ca
TALK TOBACCO
Offers free, culturally appropriate, text, phone and email support andinformation about quitting smoking, vaping and commercial tobacco use toFirst Nations, Inuit, Métis and urban Indigenous communities. Visit website
for translation services and all other information.
1-833-998-TALK (8255) www.smokershelpline.ca/talktobacco/home

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WHITEHORSE CONNECTS - YUKON ANTI-POVERTY COALITION(See listing under CLOTHING page 6)
WHITEHORSE HEALTH CENTRE 9010 Quartz Rd.
Provides services and support to all families in the Yukon. If you arein the communities, please call the Whitehorse Health Centre to makearrangements. Provides immunizations, child health clinics, pre-natal,
post-partum and breast-feeding support.
Monday to Friday 8am to 12pm and 1pm to 4:30pm.
867-667-8864
YUKON COMMUNICABLE DISEASE CONTROL 4 Hospital Rd.
Provides free and confidential testing, screening and resources for sexuallytransmitted diseases and communicable diseases.
Monday to Friday 8:30am to 12pm and 1pm to 4pm.
Appointment only: 8:30am to 12pm
Drop-in: 12:30pm to 3:30pm
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HOUSING

Housing options may be available through your First Nation Officeor by referral through a service agency. See FIRST NATIONOFFICES page 17-18.
BLOOD TIES FOUR DIRECTIONS CENTER 6189 6th Ave.
Provides access to a Housing Navigator who can assist with housing
searches and applications, navigating housing services, maintaining
housing, and eviction prevention.
Monday to Friday 8:30am to 12pm and 1pm to 4:30pm.
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GREY MOUNTAIN HOUSING SOCIETY 200-211 Main St.
Helps provide subsidized housing for First Nations families and affordable
housing for all Yukoners. Monday to Thursday 9:30am to 3:30pm.
867-633-4880
OPPORTUNITIES YUKON (Formerly Challenge Disability Resource Group)
704 Main St.
Provides housing solutions in several residential programs, including theCornerstone building. Call for information on referrals and more.
Monday to Friday 9am to 12pm and 1pm to 4:30pm.
867-668-4421 www.opportunitiesyukon.ca
SAFE AT HOME SOCIETY YUKON (SAHS) 208 Alexander St.
Connects clients who are experiencing, or are at imminent risk ofhomelessness with the Coordinated Housing Access Team. The teamworks to match vulnerable clients with housing and support resources,in order of priority. Monday to Friday 8:30am to 12pm and 1pm to 4pm.
General inquiries: 867-332-0630
admin@safeathomeyukon.ca www.safeathomeyukon.ca
Safe At Home Yukon
YUKON HOUSING CORPORATION - SOCIAL HOUSING
Helps provide affordable housing for low-income families and individuals
throughout the Yukon. Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.
Whitehorse: 867-667-5759 410 Jarvis St.
All Communities: Toll-free: 1-800-661-0408 ext.5759
All of Yukon: ykhouse@yukon.ca
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INFORMATION & ADVOCACYCONNECTIVE SUPPORT SOCIETY (Formerly John Howard Society)
Provides a diverse range of services for people needing support
and advocacy.
yukonservices@connective.ca
COUNCIL OF YUKON FIRST NATIONS (CYFN) 2166 2nd Ave.
Protects and advances rights, titles and interests of First Nations holding
traditional territories in the Yukon.
867-393-9200 www.cyfn.ca
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CROWN-INDIGENOUS RELATIONS AND NORTHERN AFFAIRSCANADA/ INDIGENOUS SERVICES CANADA
Registration Under the Indian Act
Client Services Office, 122 Elijah Smith Building, 300 Main St.
Provides assistance with registration under the Indian Act and applying
for the Secure Certificate of Indian Status (secure status card). Outside ofWhitehorse, some First Nations are able to register their members directly.
Please contact us or your First Nation (see FIRST NATION OFFICES pages
17-18) for help in getting registered.
Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm.
Toll-free: 1-800-661-0451 or 867-667-3399
aadnc.ytservicesclientele-clientservicesyt.aandc@canada.ca
www.canada.ca/indigenous-northern-yukon
DAWSON HELPING TREE Dawson City
A directory of helping agencies for residents of Dawson. Services include
physical and mental health, homelessness, First Nation and Indigenous,
parenting and support, addiction, emergency services and more.
www.cityofdawson.ca/m/dawson-helping-tree
FOOD NETWORK YUKON
Creating Community Food Security Networks and working to reduce foodinsecurity in the Yukon. The Yukon Energy Food Security Network (FoodNetwork Yukon) facilitates communication and discussion around foodsecurity in Yukon communities by networking with producers, distributors,
funders, community members, and people in need.
Monday to Thursday 8am to 5pm.
867-689-9650 https://foodnetworkyukon.ca
Food.Network.Yukon
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QUEER YUKON SOCIETY
Supports, promotes and organizes events for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community
and allied Yukoners in Whitehorse. Website offers information on programs,
resources and the opportunity to reach out confidentially.
www.queeryukon.com
Queer Yukon
RESIDENTIAL TENANCIES OFFICE 1st Floor, 307 Black St.
Provides information to landlords and tenants about the Yukon Residential
Landlord and Tenant Act and provides access to dispute resolution
services. Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm.
Toll-free: 1-800-661-0408 ext 5944 or 867-667-5944 rto@yukon.ca

12 SAFE AT HOME SOCIETY YUKON (SAHS) 208 Alexander St.

Works to end and prevent homelessness in the Yukon by bringing together
service agencies, government partners, landlords, community members andpeople with lived experience of homelessness to guide how our community
works to end and prevent homelessness. SAHS follows Canada’s National
Strategy to End and Prevent Homelessness with the creation of the
By-Name List and a Coordinated Access System.
Monday to Friday 8:30am to 12pm and 1pm to 4pm.
General inquiries: 867-332-0630
admin@safeathomeyukon.ca www.safeathomeyukon.ca
Safe At Home Yukon
SENIORS ACTION YUKON
Offers an independent, volunteer-run group for older Yukoners (age 55+),
committed to speaking out and opening up dialogue about issues that affecttheir well-being. The group shares news about relevant opportunities andgovernment actions to help members maintain active and meaningful lives.
sractionyk@gmail.com
Seniors Action Yukon
YUKON211 United Way Yukon
Provides a free, confidential phone information service linking callers with
programs, supports and services in their community.
24 hours a day 7 days a week.
Dial 211 www.unitedwayyukon.ca/yukon-211
YUKON ABORIGINAL WOMEN’S COUNCIL 407 Black Street
Provides and supports leadership and advancement for and by Indigenous
women, girls and gender-diverse people in the Yukon and northern BC.
Offers multiple Personal and Professional Development programs and leads
Outreach Prevention and Healing initiatives.
Toll Free: 1-866-667-6162 or 867-667-6162 www.yawc.ca info@yawc.ca
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YUKON ANTI-POVERTY COALITION (YAPC) 509 Hanson St.
Facilitates the elimination of poverty in the Yukon through awareness,
advocacy, community building, education and action. Hosts Whitehorse
Connects (see listing under CLOTHING page 6) and helps change and build
systems to support people in need of income, clothing, food, housing
and advocacy options.
For information and hours: 867-334-9317 www.yapc.ca
Yukon Anti-Poverty Coalition
YUKON CHILD AND YOUTH ADVOCATE OFFICE (YCAO)
19-2070 2nd Ave.
Promotes the views and rights of children and youth eligible to receive
Yukon Government services and programs. The YCAO is an independent
office of the Legislative Assembly guided by the Child and Youth
Advocate Act. Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
867-456-5575 www.ycao.ca
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YUKON COUNCIL ON AGING (YCOA) 4061B 4th Ave.
Seniors’ Information Centre provides information on services such as
the Canada Pension Plan, Old Age Security, the Guaranteed Income
Supplement and the Yukon Seniors Income Supplement.
Seniors’ Home & Yard Maintenance Program offers a pool of
security-screened workers to assist seniors with normal maintenanceat affordable rates. Monday to Friday 9am to 1pm.
Toll-free: 1-866-582-9707 or 867-668-3383 www.ycoayukon.com
YUKON FIRST NATION EDUCATION DIRECTORATE (YFNED)
300-204 Black St.
Dedicated to capacity-building, systems and resources development,
second-level educational programs and services enhancement, and learnersupports. YFNED advances First Nation decision-making and aspirations
for control over education, providing technical support, research and advice
for Framework Agreement processes, and advocates for First Nation
student success across the system.
Monday to Friday 8:30am to 12pm and 1pm to 4:30pm.
867-667-6962 admin@yfned.ca www.yfned.ca
Yukon First Nation Education Directorate
YUKON HELPERS NETWORK
Offers a Facebook group facilitating posts for help and people who want
to give help. Inclusive, non-judgmental and can be used anonymously bycontacting the administrator of the group.
Yukon Helpers Network

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INTERNET & COMPUTERSCITY OF WHITEHORSE FACILITIESProvides open, public Wi-Fi at City of Whitehorse recreation and public
facilities including City Hall, Canada Games Centre, Takhini Arena, Mount
McIntyre and Shipyards Park.
EMPLOYMENT CENTRAL 202-204 Black St.
Provides free access to computers and internet, fax, phone andphotocopier to facilitate entry into the workforce.
Monday to Friday 9am to 12pm and 1pm to 4:30pm.
867-393-8270 www.employmentyukon.ca

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KWANLIN DÜN FIRST NATION Kenädän Kų̀ House of Learning,
5 O’Brien Pl.
Provides free access to a computer, internet and a place to check email,study, research, compare post-secondary options, and search for jobs.
Open to all KDFN citizens. Located in the Kenädän Kų̀ foyer.
Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm.
867-633-7800
VICTORIA FAULKNER WOMEN’S CENTRE 503 Hanson St.
Offers the free use of computer, printer and internet access for anyone who
identifies as a women or outside the gender binary and their children.
Monday to Friday 11am to 2pm.
867-667-2693 info@vfwomenscentre.com www.vfwomenscentre.com
VFWCYT
WHITEHORSE PUBLIC LIBRARY 1171 Front St.
Provides free use of computers and internet. Print up to 5 pages for free.
Without a library card, guest use is one hour per day, per person. Freelibrary card with proof (one piece) of Yukon residency.
Check website for current hours. 7 days a week.
867-667-5239 www.yukon.ca/libraries
YOUTH OF TODAY SOCIETY (YOTS) Creative House, 404C Ogilvie St.
Provides computer access to youth entrepreneurs ages 18-30. Computersmust be booked in advance and can be used Monday to Friday between
3pm to 8pm. Call to book. Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
867-633-9687 www.youthoftodaysociety.com
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LEGAL SERVICESCRIME STOPPERS TIP LINE
Provides an anonymous way to report any information on any crime.
24 hours a day 7 days a week.
Toll-free: 1-800-222-8477
CROWN-INDIGENOUS RELATIONS AND NORTHERN AFFAIRSCANADA/ INDIGENOUS SERVICES CANADA - Wills And Estates
Client Services Office, 122 Elijah Smith Building, 300 Main St.
Provides assistance with the administration of estates and trusts of status
First Nation individuals who are deceased, minor, or dependent adultmembers of First Nations without self-government agreements and who
reside on Crown Land. Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm.
Toll-free: 1-800-661-0451 or 867-667-3399
aadnc.ytservicesclientele-clientservicesyt.aandc@canada.ca
www.canada.ca/indigenous-northern-yukon
LEGAL AID 101-2131 2nd Ave.
Provides free or low-cost legal service.
Monday to Friday 8:30am to 12pm and 1pm to 4:30pm.
867-667-5210 ext.1 www.legalaid.yk.ca

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MEET WITH A LAWYER SERVICE 304-104 Elliot St.
Provides a half-hour consultation for $30 to determine if you have a legal
problem for which you would need a lawyer.
867-668-4231 collect calls accepted. info@lawsocietyyukon.com
THE INDEPENDENT LEGAL ADVICE (ILA) PROGRAM
Provides free, confidential legal advice and information to people of any age
or gender who are victims of intimate partner violence and/or sexualized
assault. The program offers up to four hours of consultation. Victims mustbe living in the Yukon or the crime must have occurred in the Yukon.
Toll-free: 1-800-661-0408 ext.8500
Whitehorse: 301 Jarvis St. 867-667-8500
Dawson City: 813B 3rd Ave. 867-993-5831
Watson Lake: 820 Adela Trail 867-536-2541
VICTIM SERVICES(See listing under COUNSELLING & SUPPORT Page 11)

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WOMEN’S LEGAL ADVOCATE
Skookum Jim Friendship Centre, 3159 3rd Ave.
Develops and delivers support services to women involved in the legal/
justice system including criminal justice, victim support, child protection,
landlord and tenancy issues, wellness court and family legal matters.
867-633-7680 ext.1009
www.skookumjim.com/programs/womens-legal-advocate
YUKON HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION 215-305 Main St.
Offers impartial legal information and training about human rights in the
Yukon. Contact to file a human rights complaint about discrimination,
including harassment, or to request training.
Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm.
Toll-free: 1-800-661-0535 or 867-667-6226 collect calls accepted.
info@yukonhumanrights.ca yukonhumanrights.ca
YUKON OMBUDSMAN 3162 Main Floor, 3rd Ave.
Offers a free service that receives and investigates complaints of unfairness
in the delivery of Yukon Government services.
Toll-free: 1-800-661-0408 ext.8468 or 867-667-8468
intake@yukonombudsman.ca

14 YUKON PUBLIC LEGAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION (YPLEA)
15102-2131 2nd Ave.
Offers The Yukon Law Line which delivers free legal information in all areasof law for Yukoners.
Toll Free: 1-866-667-4305 or 867-668-5297
ypleatyt@gmail.com www.yplea.com

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MAIL

WHITEHORSE EMERGENCY SHELTER 405 Alexander St.
Accepts Care Of mail using: PO Box 36, Whitehorse, YT, Y1A 5X3.
867-455-2820
CANADA POST OFFICE 36 Chilkoot Way
Provides general delivery. The first three months are free with the use of theaddress: Name, General Delivery, Whitehorse, YT, Y1A 4N2
867-668-2195

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PET CARE

HUMANE SOCIETY YUKON 126 Tlingit St.
Provides free re-homing services for animals that are surrendered to theshelter. Animals will be seen by a vet and cared for until adopted.
Tuesday to Saturday 10am to 6pm.
867-633-6019 https://humanesocietyyukon.ca
Humane Society Yukon
OUTREACH VAN
Provides free cat and dog food for pets in need.
7 days a week 5:30pm to 9:30pm.
Call or text to contact the Outreach Van 1-867-334-1647
OutreachVan Whitehorse

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SHELTERSDAWSON CITY MEN’S SHELTER Dawson City
Offers a 5-bed, short-term emergency accommodation program with apriority to support Dawson City men (Trans, 2spirit and Cis). Offers life-skills
supports, referral programs and a safe, warm and comfortable place tostay with staff on-site. One transitional housing program available based on
eligibility, and inquiries can be made by calling the shelter.
24 hours a day 7 days a week.
867-993-7100 ext.225
DAWSON CITY WOMEN’S SHELTER Dawson City
Provides emergency shelter, advocacy and support to women and children
on a 24-hour basis who have experienced violence and/or abuse. Services
are confidential and non-judgmental. Laundry and shower services
available on-site.
24 hour crisis-support line: 867-993-5086 shelterdirector@northwestel.net
HELP AND HOPE FOR FAMILIES SOCIETY Watson Lake
Provides a shelter for women and children at risk or experiencing violence.
Emergency housing and homeless support, including basic needs
and referrals. Showers are available on a drop-in basis. Community
connections, wellness, and cultural activities.
24 hours a day 7 days a week.
867-536-7233 info@helpandhopeforfamilies.ca

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MAGEDI SAFE HOUSE Ross River
Provides a safe house for women and children, child-care, drop-in services,
counsellors, trauma counsellors, weekly sewing get togethers, drumming,
computer access and free Wi-Fi.
Business hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
867-969-2059
24-hour emergency line: 867-689-6630
WHITEHORSE EMERGENCY SHELTER 405 Alexander St.
Provides low-barrier emergency shelter for adults 18 years and older.
Three full meals a day, support staff, showers, harm reduction supplies andlaundry service available for overnight guests.
Intake 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
867-455-2820
WOMEN’S TRANSITION HOME Betty’s Haven and Kaushee’s Place
Provides safe, confidential transitional housing for women and children
experiencing violence. Provides drop-in, childcare and transportation to
shelter. Drop-in or over the phone services for Safety Planning, support andeducation. Business hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 4:30.
867-668-5733 24-hour crisis line fully confidential, accepts collect calls.
867-633-7720 for non-emergency situations.
YOUTH EMERGENCY SHELTER
Provides a safe, secure, substance-free overnight shelter for ages 17 to 24.
Beds, showers, laundry, hot meals and outreach services to connect guests
to other resources and supports.
Monday to Friday 4pm to 9am and Saturday and Sunday 24 hours a day.
By referral or call: 867-633-7699 or cell: 1-867-335-6311

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SHOWERSAIRPORT CHALET 91634 Alaska Hwy.
20 mins for under $7. Soap provided, towel $5 deposit.
24 hours a day 7 days a week.
867-668-2166
CANADA GAMES CENTRE (CGC) 200 Hamilton Blvd.
Provides shower facilities (in the pool and wellness change rooms) for thecost of a drop-in fee. Visit website for drop-in fees and schedules.
867-667-4386 www.whitehorse.ca/cgc
HELP AND HOPE FOR FAMILIES SOCIETY(See listing under SHELTERS page 33)

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TAKHINI GAS STATION
At Junction of Hot Springs Rd. and North Klondike Hwy.
Provides shower facilities for $5 per shower.
7 days a week 7:30am to 9:30pm.
867-393-3376

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VICTORIA FAULKNER WOMEN’S CENTRE 503 Hanson St.
Provides shower and laundry facilities with shampoo, towels, and laundrysoap. Free or by donation. For those that identify as women or outside thegender binary and their children. Monday to Friday 11am to 2pm.
867-667-2693 info@vfwomenscentre.com www.vfwomenscentre.com
VFWCYT
WHITEHORSE EMERGENCY SHELTER 405 Alexander St.
Provides free public showers with shampoo and soap.
7 days a week 7am to 11:30am and 1pm to 4:30pm.
867-455-2820

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TAX RETURN SUPPORTFETAL ALCOHOL SYNDROME SOCIETY YUKON TAX CLINIC
120-205 Black St.
Open to: Persons with disabilities and Social Assistance recipients
Runs from: March 1 to May 31
By appointment, drop-off or walk-in
Taxes: Current and prior years
Does not serve clients that exceed suggested income
Government issued photo ID required
Tuesday 1pm to 4pm.
867-393-4948
KWANLIN DÜN FIRST NATION TAX CLINIC 35 McIntyre Dr.
Open to: Seniors
Runs from: February 23 to December 31
By appointment for in-person, drop-off and virtual
Taxes: Current and prior years
Monday to Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm.
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NORTHERN SERVICE CENTRE OFFICE - CANADA REVENUEAGENCY (CRA)
Residents of the Territories (with the 867 area code) can call the dedicatedenquiries telephone lines for access to agents who can assist with tax andbenefit related questions.
Individuals: 1-866-426-1527
Businesses: 1-866-841-1876
To request a free virtual outreach consultation/clinic for your organization orcommunity, call 1-833-615-2383 or vist www.canada.ca/cra-outreach
THE SALVATION ARMY TAX CLINIC 311 Black St.
Open to: General public/all persons
Runs from: March 2 to December 31
By appointment drop-off
Taxes: Current and prior years
Government issued photo ID required
Wednesday 1pm to 3:30pm.
867-335-0591
VICTORIA FAULKNER WOMEN’S CENTRE TAX CLINIC 503 Hanson St.
Open to: All that identify as women or outside the gender binary
Runs from: March 1 to April 29
By appointment for in-person, drop-off and virtual, or walk-in.
Taxes: Current and prior years
Does not serve clients that exceed suggested income
Government issued photo ID required
Service in French or English
Monday to Friday 12pm to 4pm.
867-667-2693 ext.101
YUKON LEARN SOCIETY TAX CLINIC 301-309 Strickland St.
Open to: General public/all persons
Runs from: February 24 to April 29
By appointment for in-person, drop-off and virtual
Taxes: Current year
Monday to Friday 9am to 12pm and 1pm to 5pm.
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YOUTH

For youth employment opportunities and assistance, see
EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE page 13-16.
BGC YUKON (BGCY) 306A Alexander St..
Provides a drop-in program, hot meals and a safe and supportive
atmosphere for youth ages 11 to 18. A small annual membership fee gives
each young person access to meals, programs and a shower. Financial
support is available for all BGCY programs.
Tuesday to Saturday 3pm to 9pm.
867-393-2824 www.bgcyukon.com

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BYTE - EMPOWERING YOUTH 404A Ogilvie St.
Offers a for-youth, by-youth organization that facilitates experiential
workshops with youth across the North. Topics include Safer Partying and
Healthy Relationships. Monday to Friday 9:30am to 5pm.
(See listing under EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE page 13)
867-667-7975 www.yukonyouth.com
COMMUNITIES BUILDING YOUTH FUTURES (CBYF)
YOUTH NETWORK HUB
Provides an online hub where youth can acquire knowledge about existing
services, create profiles, connect with other youth, view community
activities, job postings, and more. The Network Hub Directory is a one-stopclick to local and virtual service providers that serve the betterment of, andremove barriers for, youth.
https://www.shakatjournal.ca
CBYF Yukon
CONSENT CREW Victoria Faulkner Women’s Centre, 503 Hanson St.
Youth-staff and volunteers create a space for dialogue andeducation around the topic of consent through social media andcommunity presentation.
867-667-2693 Instagram @consent_crew
CROWN-INDIGENOUS RELATIONS AND NORTHERN AFFAIRSCANADA/ INDIGENOUS SERVICES CANADA
Post-Secondary Education
Client Services Office, 122 Elijah Smith Building, 300 Main St.
Provides funding for eligible status First Nations students of the KluaneFirst Nation, Ross River Dena Council, Daylu Dena Council and Dease
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of other Yukon First Nations can apply through their First Nation (see FIRSTNATION OFFICES pages 17-18). Students from the NWT but who have
lived in the Yukon for no less than 1 year, please contact the Skookum Jim
Friendship Centre (see listing under DROP-IN CENTRES page 12).
Toll-free: 1-800-661-0451 or 867-667-3399
yteducation@rcaanc-cirnac.gc.ca
www.canada.ca/indigenous-northern-yukon
KIDS HELP PHONE
Provides multilingual, anonymous, phone and/or web counselling, referral
and information service for children and youth.
24 hours a day 7 days a week.
Toll-free: 1-800-668-6868 www.kidshelpphone.ca
KIDS RECREATION FUND (KRF) Sport Yukon(See listing under CHILDREN & FAMILY SUPPORT page 3)
NWT POST-SECONDARY PROGRAM - SKOOKUM JIM FRIENDSHIPCENTRE (See listing under DROP-IN CENTRES page 12)
OUTREACH VAN
Provides a variety of safety, health and social supports youth may want toaccess in confidence. (See listing under HEALTH page 24)
SKILLS CANADA YUKON 108 Lambert St.
Encourages, supports and promotes skilled trades and technologies to
Yukon youth, through Skills Clubs in schools, Skills Competitions andawareness activities.
867-668-2736 www.skillsyukon.com
SKOOKUM JIM FRIENDSHIP CENTRE AFTER SCHOOL TUTORINGPROGRAM (See listing under DROP-IN CENTRES page 12)
YUKON CHILD AND YOUTH ADVOCATE OFFICE(See listing under INFORMATION & ADVOCACY page 29)
YOUTH CLUB - CANADA GAMES CENTRE (CGC)(See listing under DROP-IN CENTRES page 13)

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YOUTH OF TODAY SOCIETY (YOTS) Creative House, 404C Ogilvie St.
Provides in-school and online digital media workshops for Communities
Building Youth Futures (CBYD) /Shakat Journal, youth meeting space,access to internet, live-streaming, zoom and large screen viewing.
Creative House studios must be booked and can be used Monday to Friday
between 3pm to 8pm. Call to schedule. Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
867-633-9687 www.youthoftodaysociety.com
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OVERDOSE PREVENTION RESOURCESOUTREACH VAN OFFERS:• Naloxone• Fentanyl and benzo testing program• 7 days a week 5:30pm to 9:30pm• Call or text to contact the Outreach Van 1-867-334-1647
BLOOD TIES SUPERVISED CONSUMPTION SITE 6189 6th Ave.
(Entrance off of 5th Ave.)• Safe indoor space for people to consume drugs by injection,snorting, swallowing or smoking• Trained staff present and available in the event of an overdose• Fentanyl and benzo testing program• Naloxone and harm reduction kits available• Monday to Friday 12pm to 9pm• 867-687-4545
BLOOD TIES FOUR DIRECTIONS CENTER 6189 6th Ave.
• Naloxone and harm reduction kits available• Overdose prevention and response education• Fentanyl and benzo testing program• Monday to Friday 8:30am to 12pm and 1pm to 4:30pm• Needle and Pipe Program: Monday to Friday 8:30am to 5:30pm• 867-633-2437
NATIONAL OVERDOSE RESPONSE SERVICE (NORS)
Provides free overdose prevention over the phone so you don’t haveto use substances alone. Call the hot line before using for accepting,non-preaching, unconditional support. (Not anonymous, but all
information is confidential.) 24 hours a day 7 days a week.
Toll Free: 1-888-688-NORS(6677)
More information: www.nors.ca
BRAVE APP
Provides a free, completely anonymous mobile app for peopleusing substances alone. Emergency response plans and preferences
can be saved, and the user has complete autonomy over who is called,
an when, in the case of an overdose or other emergency.
Download: www.thebraveapp.com/download
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