The community of Watson Lake

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Wood sign that reads Welcome to Watson Lake, Gateway to the Yukon, incorporated 1984

Watson Lake is situated on the Alaska Highway, in the southeastern corner of Yukon near the border with British Columbia. The territory's third largest community, Watson Lake is home to the Liard First Nation and is also within the Traditional Territory of the Kaska people.

Watson Lake is home to the famous sign-post forest, the incredible Northern Lights Space and Science Centre, and the gateway to the exciting history and breathtaking scenery of Yukon. The community offers many ways to enjoy the outdoors, including watching the incredible aurora borealis illuminate the night sky with dancing displays of colour.

Why study at Watson Lake Campus?

The Watson Lake Campus plays a dynamic role actively pursuing partnerships in education to fulfill the needs of the community. These relationships with the local First Nations as well as many community organizations guide the campus along the pathways to student success.

The campus offers distance learning courses, community access to computers and internet, and provides space for community meetings and events,

Upcoming courses available in Watson Lake

Standard First Aid is 15 hours of comprehensive teaching time, delivered in a 2 day in-class setting.

This one-day Lockout Awareness course provides participants with a solid understanding of the principles and legal requirements of the Lockout, as well as the knowledge needed to recognize hazardous energy sources and understand safe isolation procedures.

Learn how to work with fall protection equipment in this intensive, one-day course. Gain exposure to multiple protection systems and regulations as you explore how to inspect and properly care for specialized equipment designed to keep you safe!

Every year, confined space entry results in numerous injuries and fatalities. Learn how to maintain productivity, reduce injuries, and save lives by recognizing confined spaces and the hazards involved with them.

This 2-day blended Skid Steer training program is designed to teach participants how to safely operate a skid steer loader, covering the mechanics of skid steer movements, as well as federal and provincial regulations and safety requirements.

Supportive distance learning in Watson Lake

Distance learning, or online learning, provides students with access to class instruction over the Internet, rather than in a classroom.

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Programs offered via distance learning

 

Contact us

Michelle Collins

Community Adult Education Coordinator, Watson Lake

Community Education and Development - Southern

Location

Box 336, 210 Robert Campbell Highway
Watson Lake, Y0A 1C0

Campus  hours

Monday to Thursday 8:30am-4:30pm
Friday: 8:30am-4pm
Closed for lunch 12-1pm

Where to find us