This page is meant for Yukon First Nations Communities and their governments to access information on the COVID-19 pandemic as it relates to your community, the territory and country. Please share, download and use the information that is useful to your situation. The information is updated regularly.
The Information in this Section focuses on Yukon First Nation Communities. Providing information on how your community can best prepare and prevent the spread of COVID-19.
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Sleeves up, Yukon. The future is looking bright.
A safe and effective COVID-19 vaccine has arrived in Yukon and suddenly there’s light on the horizon.
Yukon's Vaccine Rollout Schedule
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To see when your community will be able to receive the 1st or 2nd dose as well as important information about the vaccine.
Moderna Vaccine Information
Educate Yourself
Please read this information sheet carefully and ensure all your questions have been answered by a health-care provider before receiving the vaccine.
Week of February 21, 2021
Whitehorse (including Ibex Valley, Mendenhall, Marsh Lake and Mount Lorne)
Vaccine Doses Administered
First shot: 10,627
Second shot: 1,223
Total doses: 11,850
Territorial Goal
25,000
Adults and Seniors
Carcross Tagish First Nation and South Klondike Local Advisory Council
Trondek Hwech'in and Dawson City
Kluane First Nation
Champagne & Aishihik FN and Village of Haines Junction
Selkirk First Nation
First Nation of Na-cho Nyak Dun
Village of Mayo
Little Salmon Carmacks & Village of Carmacks
Kwanlin Dun FN & Ta'an Kwach'an Council
Taku River Tlingit FN - Atlin, BC
Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation
Healthy Home, Healthy Community
FIRST NATIONS CLOSURES AND NOTICES
White River First Nation Offices Closed to Public
- Carcross/Tagish FN and South Klondike Advisory Council
- Champagne & Aishihik First Nations and Village of Haines Junction
- Trondek Hwech’in and City of Dawson
- Kluane First Nation
- Selkirk First Nation
- First Nation of Na-cho Nyak Dun
- Village of Mayo
- Little Salmon Carmacks and Village of Carmacks
- Kwanlin Dun First Nation and Ta’an Kwach’an Council
- Taku River Tlingit First Nation – Atlin, BC
- Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation
Pandemic Planning Policy and Procedures Templates
The following links have been shared by First Nation governments and others for you to use as a template if your government is developing any of the policies or procedures.
- Selkirk First Nation: Special Leave Policy in response to COVID-19
- Yukon University: Interim procedure for working at Ayamdigut campus safely under COVID-19 restrictions (Effective May 11, 2020)
- Yukon University: COVID-19 Employee Relations Issues FAQ
- Village of Teslin and the Teslin Tlingit Council
Resource Links
Assembly of First Nations – COVID-19: SOCIAL SUPPORTS FOR FIRST NATIONS FAMILIES
Have you heard of ROBO CALLS? Learn more on how this type of service can benefit your community. Communicate information to your community efficiently in a fraction of the time.
Guide to living with worry and anxiety amidst global uncertainty
WellSet and Heal
Video: COVID-19: Navigating Anxiety, Fear and “Social Distancing”
Domestic violence may increase during the COVID-19 pandemic
https://www.fnha.ca/about/news-and-events/news/when-staying-home-is-not-safehttps://yukon.ca/Emergencies
ALCOHOL USE: RISK MITIGATION STRATEGIES DURING A PANDEMIC
https://www.fnha.ca/Documents/FNHA-Alcohol-Use-Risk-Mitigation-Strategies-During-a-Pandemic.pdf
Media Resources
Wearing A Mask in Southern Tutchone
Avoiding Spontaneous Indoor Gatherings
November 16, 2020: Message From the Chiefs
June 15, 2020: Gramma Susie sharing information on the “Double Bubble”
May 26/20: Billi Jo shares her experience at home during COVID-19.
Grand Chief Peter Johnston shares his message on keeping safe and doing our part.
Listen to Gramma Susie talk to us about keeping safe and staying positive!
April 27/20: Gramma Susie & Cache Creek Charlie: Havin’ a COVID-19 Zoom date
April 14/20: A Yukon First Nations Family talks about how they’re coping during COVID-19
April 8/20: Luke Campbell talks about keeping healthy during the pandemic in Southern Tutchone.
April 3/20: A message from our Youth! Teya from Kwanlin Dün First Nation talks about why it’s important for Youth to respect social distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Seek Help During Crisis
- Crisis Text Line (Powered by Kids Help Phone) Canada Wide
free, 24/7 texting service is accessible immediately to youth anywhere in Canada by texting TALK to 686868 on any text/SMS enabled cell phone. - KidsHelpPhone Ages 20 Years and Under in Canada 1-800-668-6868 (Online or on the Phone)
- First Nations and Inuit Hope for Wellness 24/7 Help Line 1-855-242-3310
- Canadian Indian Residential Schools Crisis Line 1-866-925-4419
- First Nations Health Authority (BC)
CYFN Posters in Yukon First Nation Languages
The Yukon Native Language Centre, Council of Yukon First Nations and respective Yukon First Nations, are pleased to provide posters and pictures of “Encouragement Phrases” in all 8 Yukon First Nations languages.
Download in your language.
Re-Opening Your Community From a First Nation’s Perspective
DRAFT: Guidance on Re-Opening for Remote, Isolated and First Nations, Inuit and Métis Communities
YFN Traditional Territory Travel Advisories
Click on the areas of the map that you are going to or traveling through to find out about specific travel advisories in that area. For more information, contact the First Nation or municipal governments.
The Information in this Section focuses on Yukon Government and territory wide COVID-19 information. More detailed information can be found on the Yukon website.
Latest News from YG
- Council of Yukon First Nations and NGO selected to operate Housing First residence
- February 25, 2021: COVID-19 update
- COVID-19 supports for Yukon businesses continue
- Government of Yukon holds aviation lease parcel lottery
- Opioids remain a danger to communities
- Statement from Premier Silver on the passing of Darius Elias
- Dates set for additional COVID-19 vaccine clinics
- February 18, 2021: COVID-19 update
NEW SELF-ISOLATION REQUIREMENT IN EFFECT
Starting at 5 p.m. on Friday, November 20, every person entering Yukon has to self-isolate for 14 days.
Exceptions to self-isolation include residents of Atlin, Lower Post, Fireside, Jade City, Fraser and Pleasant Camp.
Video Links
January 13, 2021: COVID-19 update with Premier Sandy Silver and Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley.
COVID-19 in a K-12 school setting
What happens if there is a COVID-19 case connected to a school
811 and Your Health
The Yukon HealthLine is a free, confidential 24-hour service available to anyone in the Yukon. Simply call 811.
Protect Yourself and Others
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The following links are to various signage and posters that can be used in and around your community.
Yukon’s plan for lifting COVID-19 Restrictions
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The Information in this Section focuses on Federal COVID-19 information. More detailed information can be found on the Canada website.
COVID-19 TrackerCoronavirus disease (COVID-19): Outbreak update
Sign up to “Get Updates on COVID-19” from the Government of Canada
Financial and Economic Support
Canada COVID-19 Support App
Application de support COVID-19 du Canada
The app will let you receive the latest updates, trusted resources, and self-assess your symptoms.
L’application vous permettra de recevoir les dernières mises à jour, des ressources fiables et d’auto-évaluer vos symptômes.
November 20, 2020: PM Covid Update
Prime Minister’s News Feed
- Prime Minister Trudeau and President Biden to hold first meeting
- Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with Prime Minister of Australia Scott Morrison
- Prime Minister Justin Trudeau speaks with President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen
- G7 Leaders’ Statement
- Prime Minister concludes productive G7 Leaders’ meeting
Check it out! Assistance for Youth
Think you might have symptoms?
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The following links are to various signage and posters that can be used in and around your community.
