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Today's top headlines from CBC North - 2026-08-27

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Hiking trails reopen in Yukon's Kluane National Park and Reserve after wolf killed

August 26 , 2026 at 07:54:10 p.m. CDT • :

Several trails in the park were closed earlier this month after visitors reported a wolf showing aggressive behaviour, and one person was bitten and sustained minor injuries.

Latest tariffs and ongoing trade war leave some Yukon businesses 'in limbo'

August 26 , 2026 at 06:51:07 p.m. CDT • :

The federal government announced $7.5 billion in support for businesses and workers affected by new U.S. tariffs. However, not all businesses in the territory believe the measures are enough.

Union asks for third-party intervention after talks stall between Canadian North, flight attendants

August 26 , 2026 at 05:05:52 p.m. CDT • :

The union representing Canadian North flight attendants is asking for a federal conciliator to be appointed, saying contract talks with the airline have stalled.

Connective's contract to run Whitehorse Emergency Shelter extended to spring 2027

August 26 , 2026 at 02:36:40 p.m. CDT • :

The non-government organization currently managing the Whitehorse Emergency Shelter will continue in that role until spring, according to a joint news release from the territorial government and Yukon First Nations representatives.

Nahanni Butte band welcomes new effort to start up N.W.T.'s Prairie Creek mine

August 26 , 2026 at 04:25:28 p.m. CDT • :

Soham Srimani, band manager for the Nahɂą Dehé Dene Band in Nahanni Butte, N.W.T., says the First Nation is on board with efforts to restart operations at the nearby Prairie Creek mine, including the construction of an all-season road through Nahanni National Park Reserve.