HOUSING
Students are responsible for securing their own housing for the duration of the program, however, YSOVA will do our utmost to assist students in their search.
YSOVA is a community-supported program and as such there are student-housing possibilities not listed publicly online. YSOVA maintains an active list of housing possibilities and contact information.
Dawson City is a highly desirable location to live and accommodations are in high demand. However, as summer residents depart the region in September, housing becomes available for the school year. Many YSOVA students find it easiest to choose their housing once they arrive in Dawson City, taking advantage of short-term rentals (such as hotels or Bed and Breakfasts) during their search.
Shared houses or apartments, winterized cabins and long-term bed and breakfast units are among the available housing options. Rental rates are slightly higher in Dawson than in many southern communities ($700 - $1500/ per room). As with anywhere, be sure to ask landlords about any extra costs not included in rent—such as utilities or internet.
KVA Apartments
YSOVA and The Klondike Visitors’ Association (KVA) are in partnership to offer student housing during the school year, from October 1 to April 15.
Students are responsible for arranging accommodation from their arrival date until October 1st and from April 15 until their departure date.
An application and references are required. Students can apply for housing following acceptance into the program. Please contact info@yukonsova.ca for application info.