Naomi Mark was the "Department of Youth" columnist from 2009 to 2011
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Yukon B-Boys Go International
It took nearly two weeks of persistent e-mails, phone calls and text messages to nail down an interview with the Whitehorse breakdancing crew, Groundwork Sessions (GWS). The chase finally resulted in a late-night Skype interview with Nick Robinson, Read more
PHOTO: MELISSA MARK
She's Multiplying Results By Dividing Her Time
Graduation is an extremely important time in one's life. Often the new-found freedom and sudden expansion of available life choices can be overwhelming. However, for my younger sister, the choice was easy. Read more
Theatre Where You Stand, and In Your Ear
This past week, Robin Sokoloski, from Playwrights Guild of Canada, was up for a one-day whirlwind of a visit to post nine of these green signs and wrap up a project that has been ongoing since early February. Read more
Issue: 2017-02-01
Yukon Stories
Now in its 15th year, the Available Light Film Festival kicks off on Friday, Feb. 3 with a musical performance by John K. Samson and the Winter Wheat. The festival features over 40 events: film, media art, live performances and artist talks... Read more
Issue: 2016-11-16, PHOTO: Naomi Mark
Finessing Filmmaking Skills
There are many excellent training opportunities available to aspiring Yukon filmmakers of all levels, through several different organizations. The Screen Production Yukon Association (SPYA) is one such organization; this winter, it’s launching a... Read more
Issue: 2016-09-29, PHOTO: Flat Tire Films
Pop-Up Drive-In
Movie lovers have a chance this weekend to experience a rare venue for viewing in the north – a pop-up drive-in movie night is set for October 1 at The Cut Off Restaurant and Pub parking lot. The latest creative entry in the fine Yukon tradition... Read more
Issue: 2016-09-22, PHOTO: by Naomi Mark
Better Together
Community in the Yukon is small. For filmmakers, it’s even smaller. That sometimes causes competition between people in the territory who try to make it in the industry. But, filmmakers can’t be islands. That’s what filmmaker Naomi Mark thinks... Read more
Issue: 2016-06-16, PHOTO: Julien Strasfeld
5 Must-See Pieces at Nuit Blanche
Back for a third year, the annual Whitehorse Nuit Blanche all-night arts festival brings together national and local artists for an unforgettable solstice weekend. Fancy yourself a night owl? Get ready for 12 hours of engaging and artsy fun as you... Read more