The Yukon government is rejecting claims that it didn't adequately consult with the Kaska Nation before green-lighting a proposed mining project in the central territory.
The Yukon government awarded a contract to Boreal Engineering Limited in October. Boreal took over the responsibilities on Nov. 1, according to a recent written decision by Yukon Supreme Court Chief Justice Suzanne Duncan.
Michel Dupont, who works at the Faro airport, says the airport has operated without a backup emergency generator for a year. He says during a power outage there is no emergency power. Dupont says this could create very serious problems in the event of an emergency medevac.