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EMR Library events and resources.

09/12/2026

In recognition of the upcoming National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, every week this month we are highlighting books in the EMR Library collection that support remembrance, reflection and practical steps to advance reconciliation.

This week we would like to recommend "On settler colonialism in Canada: lands & peoples" edited by David MacDonald and Emily Grafton. It is a collection of essays that examines the historical and ongoing impacts of settler colonialism in Canada. Drawing on perspectives from Indigenous, Black, mixed-race and other racialized, q***r and white European-descended scholars, the contributors explore themes of identity, land, power and the legacy of empire. Thought-provoking and interdisciplinary, the book encourages readers to engage with complex questions about Canada's past and present, reconciliation and the relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples. For more information or to borrow this book, contact the EMR Library. Email [email protected] or call 867-667-3111.

09/05/2026

In recognition of the upcoming National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, every week this month we are highlighting books in the EMR Library collection that support remembrance, reflection and practical steps to advance reconciliation. This week we would like to recommend "Everyday reconciliation: a guide to action and change for all of us." In this thoughtful and accessible book, Derek Aronhie:nens Montour and Elin Sandberg Miller draw on their different backgrounds and experiences to explore what reconciliation can look like in everyday life. Through a series of engaging essays, they discuss topics such as land, culture, language and relationships, offering practical insights and encouraging reflection on how individuals can contribute to reconciliation. Honest, nuanced and approachable, this book provides a useful starting point for readers seeking to better understand reconciliation and its role in contemporary Canada. For more information or to borrow this book, contact the EMR Library. Email [email protected] or call 867-667-3111.

09/02/2026

Energy, Mines and Resources staff will be at the Fireweed Community Market at Shipyards Park in Whitehorse on Thursday September 3.

Come and talk with us between 3 pm and 7 pm to learn about:
• research and books on the Yukon’s energy, mines and other natural resources; and
• farming and gardening.

Our library also has resources like the free seed library, seed-saving information, aerial photographs, books and magazines!

Ask agrologist Randy Lamb about soil sampling and testing, agriculture funding, farming and gardening in the Yukon, or the Agriculture Branch’s Yukon Grown initiative: https://yukon.ca/en/yukon-grown.

08/31/2026

Call for donations for EMR Library’s Gigantic Book Sale! We are thrilled to announce the return of the EMR Library’s Gigantic Book Sale to benefit the Food Bank Society of the Yukon. If you have been cleaning house and have books you would like to donate, please drop them off before Sept 18 at the library (room 335 in the Elijah Smith Building, 300 Main St, Whitehorse) any time between 8:30 and 4:30, Monday to Friday. The book sale will take place Wed Sept 23 to Fri Sept 25, stay tuned to the Week in Review for more details! For further information call the EMR Library 667-3111 or email [email protected].

08/29/2026

We are excited to announce our last 2026 Seed Library talk “Seed Saving,” on Tuesday, September 8 from 12 to 1 pm. Randy Lamb from EMR’s Agriculture Branch and the Downtown Urban Gardener’s Society will join us to provide tips and tricks on how to harvest seeds from your garden and store them for use next spring or share them with your fellow gardeners. This event will be held in the 3rd floor EMR Boardroom at the Elijah Smith building (300 Main Street). Join in person (registration required) or watch the stream live online. Email [email protected] to register or request the livestream link.

08/28/2026

"Cornered office: why we need to talk about leadership mental health" by Melissa Doman highlights the often-overlooked mental health challenges faced by managers and leaders. Drawing on research, real-life examples and practical advice, Doman explains how the pressure to constantly support others can take a toll on leaders' own well-being. Written in an accessible and engaging style, the book encourages workplaces to include leaders in mental health conversations and offers strategies for creating healthier and more sustainable approaches to leadership. It is a thoughtful and timely read for anyone in a leadership role. For more information or to borrow this book, contact the EMR Library. Email [email protected] or call 867-667-3111.

$"The future of work is grey : the untapped value of age in the workforce" by Dan Pontefract examines how aging populatio...$

08/22/2026

"The future of work is grey : the untapped value of age in the workforce" by Dan Pontefract examines how aging populations and changing workforce demographics are reshaping the future of work. Challenging traditional ideas about retirement and older employees, Pontefract argues that organizations must adapt to a workforce that spans multiple generations. Drawing on research, practical examples and his "Rivers, Rocks, and Rubies" framework, he highlights the value of experience, mentorship and age diversity in addressing workplace challenges. Insightful and forward-looking, this book offers leaders strategies for building more resilient, innovative and inclusive organizations. For more information or to borrow this book, contact the EMR Library. Email [email protected] or call 867-667-3111.

08/15/2026

"Leave the lights on: how joyful decisions can save our species" by Elizabeth Dunn and Jiaying Zhao offers a hopeful and practical approach to climate action. Rather than focusing on sacrifice and guilt, the authors show how enjoyable, everyday choices related to food, travel, housing and shopping can help reduce environmental impact while improving quality of life. Drawing on research in psychology and climate science, they explain how small, sustainable changes and open conversations about climate issues can contribute to broader social change. Accessible and optimistic, this book encourages readers to take meaningful climate action in ways they can maintain and enjoy. For more information or to borrow this book, contact the EMR Library. Email [email protected] or call 867-667-3111.

08/14/2026

We are excited to announce our next 2026 Seed Library talk “Beyond the cabbage patch: a gardening retrospective,” on Tuesday, August 25 from 12 to 1 pm. Join Randy Lamb from EMR’s Agriculture Branch and the Downtown Urban Gardeners Society (DUGS) as he reflects on decades of gardening and agriculture in the Yukon, sharing stories, lessons learned and experiences growing heirlooms, perennials, vegetables, grains, legumes and more, along with some of their alternative uses. The talk will conclude with a gardening Q&A. This event will be held in the 3rd floor EMR Boardroom at the Elijah Smith building (300 Main Street). Registration is required. There is a limit of 18 participants. Please contact [email protected] or 867-667-3111 to register.

08/07/2026

"Mental health and wellbeing in the workplace" by Gill Hasson and Donna Butler explores the importance of supporting positive mental health in professional settings. Using expert advice, practical strategies and real-world case studies, the authors examine changing attitudes toward mental health, ways to create healthier workplace environments and approaches to supporting employees experiencing mental health challenges. Accessible and informative, this book is a valuable resource for both staff and managers seeking to improve wellbeing at work. For more information or to borrow this book, contact the EMR Library. Email [email protected] or call 867-667-3111.

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Suite 335-300 Main Street
Whitehorse, YT

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+18676673111

Website

https://yukon.ca/emr-library

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