Cystic Fibrosis Yukon

11/20/2025

Today is Trans Day of Rememberance.

First observed in 1999, this day began when advocate Gwendolyn Ann Smith organized a vigil to honour the life of Rita Hester, whose death the year before sparked a movement of remembrance and collective care. Since then, communities around the world have gathered each year to honour our transgender, Two-Spirit, and non-binary community members lost due to violence and discrimination, and to acknowledge the ongoing realities faced by trans communities.

We also want to recognize that the impacts of transphobia are not experienced equally. Trans people who hold intersecting identities, including Black, Indigenous, and racialized trans people; disabled trans people; newcomers, migrants, and refugees; and trans women and transfeminine people in particular, face disproportionate barriers, heightened violence, and systemic discrimination.

Here in the Yukon, we invite you to gather with us in solidarity, reflection, and care. will be hosting a candlelight vigil at The Cache from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM in Whitehorse, and QYS will be hosting a vigil in Dawson City at the YukonU building starting at 5:30 PM.

If you need support at any time, today or in the days ahead, please reach out. Our Health Navigation team is here to listen, help you access resources, and support you in whatever way you need, and can be reached at islai@queeryukon.com or sebastien@queeryukon.com. For immediate assistance, you can contact the Trans Lifeline at (877) 330-6366.

09/26/2025

Sign your name today! It's our job to take care of our children

Jordan's Principle - Indigenous Services Canada - has denied our Rural Nutrition Program, leaving Yukon kids in communities without food programs. We received the denial letter 2 weeks into the school year and had to let the communities know that there won't be 2 hot meals, snacks and hampers for their kids anymore. It's heart-breaking, it's unjust, and we're going to fight this until it is reinstated.

We’re appealing the decision and need your help to save the Rural Nutrition Program. If you can, please write a letter of support or sign our form letter: www.yfned.ca/appeal

To read the press release: www.yfned.ca/news

09/09/2025

A cold isn’t a cold when you’re living with cystic fibrosis.

It means longer days and fighting through fatigue just so you can play with your sister. It means a body that feels weak, even though you fight so hard to stay strong and healthy. It’s lungs that burn when you want them to thrive. It’s more medications, more anxiety. It’s hard.

CF doesn’t care who you are, how old you are, or what you have planned. You can work harder than anyone else and still fall short.

Because what others don’t see, they don’t understand. They don’t see that spreading germs can be deadly to someone with CF.

We need to change the narrative around germs. You don’t know if you’re cutting someone’s life shorter by exposing immunocompromised people to your germs. 🦠

09/09/2025

Tired of the side-eyes when you cough? 💨 Brad Dell shares how he handles CF stigma.

👉 https://bit.ly/4kQVP6G

09/08/2025

💜 Today is World Cystic Fibrosis Day — a day to honor the CF community, recognize the progress that’s been made, and highlight the journey still ahead. From patients and caregivers to researchers and advocates, together we’re building awareness and hope.

Join us in spreading the word and supporting the CF community today and every day. 🌍✨