Research Chair, Northern Social Work

Research Chair, Northern Social Work

Yukon University

Situated in twelve communities on the traditional territories of Yukon First Nations, Yukon University is guided by the indomitable spirit of the Yukon wilderness and millennia of resilience and resourcefulness. Eleven of the fourteen First Nations in Yukon are self-governing, and all Yukon First Nations are shaping Yukon’s social, economic, and political landscape. Since its origins six decades ago, YukonU has been providing educational experiences rooted in visionary opportunities and unique challenges borne of the North. YukonU delivers what the North needs through trades training, certificates, diplomas, and degrees, as well as adult basic education and continuing education. Their community campuses play a vital role in creating access to education for Yukoners and providing opportunities for students from across Canada and internationally to learn about Canada’s North. YukonU also affirms ...