Yukon Hospitals

05/13/2026

Today, in honour of National Nursing Week, we are celebrating our Emergency Department nurses. This highly skilled nursing team is on duty round the clock to make sure you get the emergency care you need. Working alongside physicians and other health care providers, they do triage, provide life-saving treatment and so much more. They play a critical role in the Yukon’s health system, supporting care in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

A big shout out to our Emergency Department nurses and all our nurses for everything you do! We can’t thank you enough.

05/12/2026

As National Nursing Week continues, today we are celebrating the nurses at Dawson City Community Hospital (DCCH). This dedicated team is there for you when you need them. Whether it’s providing emergency and inpatient care, or supporting physicians, X-ray and lab techs, or the admitting and discharge team, the nurses in the Klondike are committed to giving you the best care, every time.

Not only do our nurses play a key role in the Yukon’s health care system, but they also play a key role in our community. Staff at DCCH regularly participate in events like the Moosehide Gathering and the annual Thaw-Di-Gras lip-sync competition.

Thank you to all of our nurses!

05/12/2026

Yukon Hospitals are very busy. In particular, our emergency department and inpatient units in Whitehorse are once again experiencing higher than normal volume and demand.

Here’s what you need to know:
- If you need urgent care, don’t hesitate to go to the nearest emergency department or dial 911.
- Wait times in WGH’s emergency department may be longer than usual. We appreciate your patience and understanding during these times. Our team continues to prioritize urgent needs.
- For non-emergency situations or less urgent needs, please call your healthcare provider. In Whitehorse, you can phone the Whitehorse Walk-In Medical Clinic. You can also dial 811 for health advice from a Registered Nurse. For minor ailments, your pharmacist may be able to help.
- You may be cared for in a non-traditional space.

We are committed to safe and excellent hospital care for all Yukoners. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

05/11/2026

05/11/2026

This week is National Nursing Week! It is a time to celebrate and appreciate the nurses who make sure you get the best care, every time. The theme of this year’s National Nursing Week is “The Power of Nurses to Transform Health.” Every day, our nurses lead with compassion, expertise, and courage, shaping better outcomes for patients, families, and communities.

Today, we’re shining a light on the nurses in Wild Rose Maternity Care. They work to support you and your family through a safe and satisfying pregnancy, birth, and postpartum hospital stay.

Thank you to all of our nurses for everything you do!

05/08/2026

Make Mother's Day easy. Join us Sunday for brunch with a buffet, live music, a photo booth, and door prizes! Support the Yukoners Cancer Care Fund and show the moms in your life some love. https://ow.ly/mmi850YWBuw

Yukon Hospitals

04/28/2026

Meet Dr Bear and friends at the Teddy Bear Clinic on May 2. Doctors, nurses, and lots of fun for kids! Join us at Whitehorse General Hospital this Saturday from 10 am to 1 pm.

04/26/2026

As National Volunteer Week comes to a close, we’d like to take a moment to highlight our Spiritual Care Committee! Our dedicated volunteers represent several religious faiths and provide spiritual counselling, comfort through prayer, and an open, listening ear.

Did you know? You can request private, confidential spiritual care 24/7 to assist during your hospital stay.

"I love volunteering,” says Spiritual Care Committee member Elsa. “It gives me the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others by being a present and non- judgmental listener. I am retired, helping others gives me a sense of purpose and keeps me mentally stimulated. Volunteering helps me meet new friends and boosts my own self esteem."

Thank you to each and every one of our volunteers! You all are making a difference in your community!

Join a dynamic, inspiring team that cares for Yukoners. https://yukonhospitals.ca/en/about-us/careers-volunteers/volunteer

04/25/2026

It is still National Volunteer Week 2026! Today, we are celebrating The Women’s Auxiliary. They’ve been supporting Whitehorse General Hospital for 125 years, since 1901! They take the funds they earn from the Tuck Cart and vending machine sales and return them to the organization in the form of various patient comfort and safety items requested by all departments.

“I volunteer because it is fulfilling to support patient care and the hospital’s needs,” says Elvira.

Make a difference in your community! Join a dynamic, inspiring team that cares for Yukoners.

https://yukonhospitals.ca/en/about-us/careers-volunteers/volunteer

04/24/2026

This week is National Volunteer Week! Meet our volunteers with the Friendly Visitor Program at Watson Lake Community Hospital (WLCH).

Our Friendly Visitor Volunteers help to lift the spirits of patients by socializing, reminiscing and storytelling, reading, and playing cards or games. A simple “hello” can go a long way.

“Volunteering in hospitals is not about grand gestures, but about showing up with empathy and reminding patients that their community cares about them,” says the WLCH volunteers.

Make a difference in your community! Join a dynamic, inspiring team that cares for Yukoners. https://yukonhospitals.ca/en/about-us/careers-volunteers/volunteer