Government of Yukon

Education

Advanced Education Branch
Prepares Yukoners for the labour force through education, training, employment and other services.

Apprenticeship and Training
Advanced Education provides a number a programs for the training and certification of apprentices and trades workers in Yukon.

Catholic Schools
There are three Catholic schools in Whitehorse, operated by the Public Schools Branch of the Education department.

Conservation Action Team (CAT)
A summer camp for Yukon students in Grades 6-9. Outdoor adventure, learning about the environment, and hands-on conservation work. Participants travel to different parts of the Yukon for 7-10 days.

Education Appeal Tribunal
This Tribunal hears appeals from parents and students who would like to go beyond the Department of Education to resolve a dispute. The tribunal considers the educational interests of the child, the impact on all students and all relevant factors.

Francophone School Board
Operates the Yukon's only French first language school, École Émilie-Tremblay. Provides inforrmation on French first-language education.

French Language Training (for adults)
Schedules, course descriptions and registration forms.

French School Programs
The Department of Education supports many different kinds of French language education in our public schools.

Gadzoosda Student Residence
When there is no senior grade secondary school in a community, parents can apply to have their children stay at the 38-bed Gadzoosda Student Residence in Whitehorse and attend either F.H. Collins Secondary School or Vanier Catholic Secondary School.

Health Profession Education Bursary
Support Yukon students in attaining health profession education. Download the application online.

Home Education
Also known as home schooling and home-based learning, home education is an option available to all Yukon students. Students learn in their home and community and parents assume responsibility for their child's education.

Housing Education Programs
For home buyers, owners and owner/builders. Also for industry professionals.

Libraries
Includes public libraries, government libraries and school, college and education-based libraries.

Library cards
Library cards are available from any public library in the Yukon. Permanent residents can apply for a card with one piece of Yukon identification. A $10 refundable deposit is required from temporary residents.

Nursing Bursary Program
Supports people who live or have lived in the Yukon and are attending nursing school. Download the application form online.

Public Schools
The Public Schools branch manages the operation of public schools, including Catholic schools. The branch provides curricula and learning materials, language programs in both French and aboriginal languages, professional development for teachers and more.

Reading Recovery TM
Reading Recovery is an early intervention program for Grade One students who need extra support learning to read and write.

School Councils
School councils are elected bodies of parents or community members. They review and approve school plans, participate in the hiring of the school's principal and more. To contact a school council, speak with your local school.

Schools
Find school contact information here.

Special Education Programs
Some Yukon students need special support to participate fully in school.

Student Financial Assistance (apply online)
Five programs provide financial help to Yukon post-secondary students. These include the Yukon Grant, the Student Training allowance, the Yukon Excellence Awards, Canada Student Loan programs and a variety of scholarships. Apply online today.

Student Training and Employment Program (STEP) and Summer Career Placement
Looking for summer employment in Yukon? If you're a full-time Yukon post-secondary student and plan to resume your studies in the fall, STEP is for you.

Student Training and Employment Program (STEP) for employers
Government and non-government employers can apply for a wage subsidy to help provide summer jobs for Yukon post-secondary students.

Student Transcripts and Records Request
Current and former students can access copies of their official Transcript of Grades, and/or their student records. Fill out an online transcript request form.

Student Transportation
Call the Student Transportation Office if you have questions about school busing and other transportation issues, including schedules routes, transportation subsidies and transportation regulations in general.

Summer School
Summer school courses are available for secondary students who have not successfully completed a course and for students who want to strengthen their skills in one of a core subject.

Technology Assisted Learning
Technology is used to expand and enhance the learning environment for Yukon students and teachers. Schools in remote communities have the same access to the latest technology.

Teen Parent Program
The Teen Parent program provides a supportive environment to help young parents finish high school. It teaches parenting skills, as well as healthy meal preparation, money management and effective job-search techniques.

Trade School registration
Find out how to register a trade school with Yukon government.