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Special Committee on Electoral Reform

The Special Committee on Electoral Reform was established by Order of the Legislative Assembly on May 26, 2021 (Motion No. 61). The committee's reporting deadline was amended by the Legislative Assembly on October 25, 2021 (Motion No. 167).

Kate White was elected Chair of the Special Committee on Electoral Reform and Brad Cathers was elected Vice-Chair of the committee on July 2, 2021.

Submissions to the committee may be sent to SCER@yukon.ca

Committee Members

Kate White

Kate White

Leader of the Third Party

Takhini-Kopper King

New Democratic Party

Brad Cathers

Brad Cathers

Lake Laberge

Yukon Party

John Streicker

Hon. John Streicker

Government House Leader

Mount Lorne-Southern Lakes

Yukon Liberal Party

News Releases

Options for Yukon's Electoral System

Public Hearings

The goal of the public hearings in Yukon communities is to gather input from the public. Individuals who would like to present their opinions to the Special Committee on Electoral Reform are encouraged to register in advance by emailing SCER@yukon.ca or by calling the Legislative Assembly Office at (867) 667-5494.
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Individuals wanting to participate or watch the hearings live through Zoom must register in advance by accessing the following link: 
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcvcOqhrj8oHtBIdW2NvQZDBjPlpBfvY-Uu 

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.
 

Upcoming community hearings

Carmacks
Monday, July 11, 2022
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Recreation Complex
Gymnasium

Mayo
Wednesday, July 13, 2022
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Mayo Recreation Centre
Curling Lounge

Haines Junction
Thursday, July 14, 2022
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
DaKu Cultural Centre

Teslin
Tuesday, July 26, 2022
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Teslin Recreation Complex

Watson Lake
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Watson Lake Recreation Centre

Dawson City
Thursday, September 1, 2022
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in Community Hall

Whitehorse
Wednesday, September 7, 2022
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Best Western Gold Rush Inn
Town Hall - 411 Main Street

Following the hearings, transcripts and recordings will be available.

Previous hearings

 

Submissions

 

Survey

Committee Meeting Minutes