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NEWS BRIEFS: French Immersion summer camp at Sissons

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J.H. Sissons School is hosting four free French Immersion Camp sessions starting April 23. Parents will have the choice to sign their child up for either morning or afternoon sessions.

Interested parents can sign their children up at Sissons school or by calling the Yk1 board. There is a maximum of ten students per session.

The sessions are first come, first serve said Yk1 French program instructor supervisor, Jean Marie Mariez.

The camps will expose kindergarten students to the French language. The camps are designed to help parents make an informed decision about French Immersion programming.

– Michael Hugall

 

Folk on the Rocks announces rest of lineup

The final lineup for Folk on the Rocks has been announced, as the festival adds folk-duo Whitehorse, and also B.C.'s Twin Peaks.

The festival added Toronto folk noir songwriter Abigail Lapell and Juno-nominated singer-songwriter Klo Pelgag.

Other new additions to the lineup include local talent including YK Dene Drummers, rap duo Ororo Mohawk and Bella Dance Academy.

Earlybird tickets for Folk on the Rocks are available until May 13.

– Avery Zingel

 

Updates to petroleum legislation

The GNWT is proposing amendments to the Petroleum Resources Act and the Oil and Gas Operations Act.

According to the GNWT website, the proposed changes are the first step in a long-term review process.

The amendments are designed to enhance transparency and public accountability, ensure legislation reflects risks and best practices, minimize operational challenges in the administration of petroleum rights issuance and operations, resolve administrative and technical issues and increase competitiveness comparative to other jurisdictions.

The goal of the changes is to promote increased investment in the territory's petroleum exploration and production.

– Samantha McKay