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Miss Active for Life: My Rendezvous Journey as Second Princess Running as a Rendezvous Queen candidate was never something I pictured myself doing — but looking back, I’m so glad I took the leap. When I first signed up to represent the Recreation and Parks Association of The Yukon (RPAY) as “Miss Active for Life”, I knew…
Read MoreThe 2024 Yukon Recreation Gathering in Whitehorse, themed ROAR: Reimagining Outdoor Active Recreation, brought together recreation leaders, volunteers, and advocates from almost every Yukon community. This gathering was all about making connections, sharing knowledge, and finding new ways to strengthen recreation across the territory. A Hub for Learning and CollaborationOne of the most valuable aspects of the gathering…
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RPAY is excited to share some exciting updates to our cross country ski loan program this season! Our ‘for loan’ lineup has been upgraded with the latest models, offering all new skis and boots for kids and new bindings and boots for youth and adults. Whether you’re a first time or seasoned borrower, our updated fleet includes…
Read MoreThe Recreation and Parks Association of the Yukon (RPAY) Recognition Award is presented annually to an individual(s) or group(s) who dedicates their time to “strengthen the capacity of Yukon communities to engage their citizens in active, healthy lifestyles through recreation and parks.” Nominate a deserving person or group from your community by: Friday, September 6, 2024 Complete the nomination at:…
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2024 Annual General Meeting & Election of Officers When: Thursday, July 4th, 2024 at 7:00 pm Where: RPAY Boardroom & Zoom Registration: Please confirm your attendance by Tuesday, July 2, 2024. An Agenda and Zoom link will be shared prior to the meeting. Who should attend: Members of the organization are encouraged to attend. New…
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Spring Aquatics Workshop 2024 When: Tuesday, May 21, 2024 to Friday, May 24, 2024 Where: Faro Recreation Centre and Swimming Pool Cost: Registration is FREE Meals are provided during the workshop Travel Subsidy: A travel subsidy is available for attendees who are responsible for / or working in rural community swimming pools that plan to open for the 2024…
Read MoreRegistered participants, please download the workshop materials below. AGENDA Yukon Gender Equity Workshop presentation and Facilitator Bios Equity in the Allocation of Public Recreation is a policy guide for local governments when including equity in their recreation facility allocation processes Female Friendly Golf Courses; A Welcoming Atmosphere What is intersectionality? Canadian Women and Sport infographic Let’s…
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Workshop on Gender Equity in Recreation and Community Sport When: Tuesday, February 20, 2024 Full-day workshop sessions from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm Social, light refreshments, and dinner (4:00 am to 5:30 pm) followed by a panel discussion (5:30 pm to 7:30 pm). Where: Yukon Transportation Museum, 30 Electra Crescent (next to the airport) …
Read MoreThe research project, Pandemic Impacts on Rural Recreation in the Yukon Territory, was conducted in 2022 in collaboration with the World Leisure Centre of Excellence at Vancouver Island University. It was funded by Yukon Government through the COVID-19 Recovery Research Program. Five communities participated in the project that was conducted on the traditional territories of…
Read MoreIt was a privilege to host this past year’s Recreation Gathering on the traditional territory of the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in First Nation. Thank you to the City of Dawson and Yukon Government’s Sport & Recreation Branch for your support. Thank you also to the Klondike Institute of Art & Culture and the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Youth Centre…
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