Yukon begins vaccinations

WHITEHORSE (CP) — Yukon has begun its immunization program at a long-term care facility in Whitehorse.

Eighty-four-year-old Agnes Mills and 103-year-old Mary Merchant were the first to roll up their sleeves at Whistle Bend Place.

The two women are among about 50 residents and staff who were expected to receive the Moderna vaccine, which has been shipped to all three territories.

Yukon expects to get enough doses to immunize about 75% of its people by the end of March.