NEWS & EVENTS

YVA will be hosting a fall meeting on November 9th, 2022 at NorthLight (Yukonstruct). Doors will open at 6:30 with drinks and snacks available. The event will start at 7pm and goes until 9pm. The evening will include a meet and greet, an educational info session, a start-up pitch, and lots of time to catch…

Powered by the Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce, Yukoner Appreciation Week Is Back! n If you’re a business or organization that would love to be a part of this fun-filled community event, this is for you! This is all about businesses and organizations giving back to the community through contests, giveaways, discounts, and fun activities while…

Discover potential pools of Francophone candidates through which you can hire talent! Identify the services available to assist you in recruiting qualified workers in Canada and abroad (Destination Canada Forum Mobility, Virtual Job Fairs, Public Employment Services). nn For this edition of the 2022/2023 Liaison Tour, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), in collaboration with…

Dear YCC Members – n We met late last week with YG in regard to the restrictions on the Sikanni bridge and the impacts the restrictions are having on Yukon businesses. We made it very clear that the impact of rural Yukon businesses and sectors like mining and grocery is particularly dire. We tabled the…

The Older Workers Program at Yukon University assists unemployed and underemployed people between the ages of 50 and 70 to enter/re-enter the workforce. The 13-week program guides students through basic computer skills training, numerous practical courses such as First Aid, Conflict Resolution, Food Safe and job search skills such as resume-writing and job interviews. n…

Hi, nn We are messaging you today with an opportunity to share your experience and needs when it comes to digital adoption. We are reaching out on behalf of the Design and Experimentation Centre of Expertise (DECoE), a team within Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED). nn The Canada Digital Adoption Program (CDAP), by…

MEDIA RELEASE The Yukon Chamber of Commerce Comments on the 2023 Workers’ Compensation Assessment Rates WHITEHORSE, YUKON. The Yukon Chamber of Commerce (YCC) continues to understand the importance of safe and healthy workplaces. We believe that the Workers’ Safety and Compensation Board – Yukon (WSCB) plays a key role in that. We also know that…

Join IRCC and the Government of Yukon on Monday Sept. 12th for an important information session on new hiring avenues for your business or organization! IRCC officers will be available following the presentation for 15-minute, one-on-one meetings for those who have questions specific to their business or organization. This session will take place in person…

TIA Yukon, in partnership with the Yukon First Nations Culture and Tourism Association (YFNCT), continues the Elevate Series Workshop with “Media Relations for Tourism Professionals”. This workshop will feature tips on how to work collaboratively with the media to promote your tourism business. nn This workshop will be hosted on ZOOM on Tuesday, August 30th…

n Have you heard about the Economic Development Fund offered by YG Economic Development? Apply for funding to support projects and initiatives benefiting Yukoners and their communities through economic growth and diversification! nn Eligible projects include those that: n support business innovation, sustainability, and planning n encourage economic diversification through market support n increase business…