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Department of Community Services
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Department Overview
Programs & Services
Territorial Agents
Provide a range of government services in communities. Are located in government liquor store buildings in five communities.
Libraries
Includes public libraries, government libraries and school, college and education-based libraries.
Library cards
Library cards are available from any public library in the Yukon. Permanent residents can apply for a card with one piece of Yukon identification. A $10 refundable deposit is required from temporary residents.
Change of Address
By completing just one change of address form, you can notify many territorial government offices and the City of Whitehorse that you're moving.
Fire Marshal
The Fire Marshal's Office works to reduce the loss of life and property to fire. Services include Fire Fighter training, public edication, Volunteer Fire Departments and more.
Driver Control Board
The Driver Control Board supports the balance of public safety and individual rights and responsibilities. This independent board appointed by cabinet hears and decides on appeals for driver licence restrictions and cancellations.
Maternity and Parental Leave
Frequently asked questions about maternity and parental leave.
Yukon Medical Council
Responsible for regulating the practice of medicine by licensed physicians in the Yukon. All doctors working in the Yukon must be licensed by the Yukon Medical Council.
Incorporating a Yukon corporation
Forms for incorporation.
Boiler Registrations and Inspections
Mechanical Inspectors review plans for boiler, elevator and gas installations and issue permits throughout Yukon.
Motor Vehicle Registration
To register a vehicle, or if you have any questions about your registration, contact our offices. In Whitehorse call 867-667-5315 or 1-800-661-0408 local 5315 (toll free within Yukon).
Holidays
General Holidays: New Year's Day, Good Friday, Victoria Day, Canada Day, Discovery Day, Labour Day, Thanksgiving Day, Remembrance Day, and Christmas Day. The public service and some others may also observe Heritage Day, Easter Monday and Boxing Day.
Landlord and Tenant Act
Landlord and tenant legislation governs the renting of land, housing, apartments and so on.
Licences - Professional
Consumer Services manages licensing for many professions including, but not limited to: insurance, collection, real estate, security guards, optometrists, dentists, chiropractors and second-hand dealers.
Business Name Guidelines
Corporate Affairs registers information relating to partnerships and business names.
Renting
Tenant responsibilities under the Yukon Landlord and Tenant Act.
Emergency Measures
Emergency Measures Organization (EMO) is responsible for coordinating the territory's preparedness for, response to, and recovery from, major emergencies and disasters, including fire, flood, power failure, toxic spills and extreme weather.
Non-Profit Organizations/Societies
Corporate Affairs manages a registry for non-profit societies under the Societies Act.
Burning Permits / Fire Permits
A burning permit is required for government lands and private lands between April 1 and September 30. Permits can be obtained free of charge from your local Wildland Fire Management district office and Fire Initial Attack Bases.
Driver's Licences
To obtain a driver licence contact any of the Yukon Motor Vehicle Offices.
Building Permits and Inspections
Building Safety supports, administers and enforces building, plumbing, electrical and mechanical standards. It also reviews development permits and maintains a building information repository.
Electrical Permits and Inspections
Electrical Inspectors review plans for electrical installations, perform inspections and issue permits throughout Yukon.
FireSmart
The FireSmart program provides tools and information about fire protection strategies and emergency planning for homeowners. Protecting your home or community from the threat of fire in the wildland-urban interface is a shared responsibility.
Liens - Personal Property Security Registrations
Search for public notices of liens, or registered security interests between secured parties (creditors) and debtors.
Rural Electrification and Telecommunications Program
Available to owners of rural property owners. Supports a range of electrical service installations, it provides planning, design, project management, and project financing at favorable interest rates.
Alcohol Ignition Interlock Program
This program allows people, who have lost their driver's licence through an impaired driving conviction, an opportunity to gain conditional driving privileges.
Minimum Wage regulations
Questions and answers about minimum wage regulations.
Motor Vehicle Online Registration (Renewal)
Renew your Yukon Motor Vehicle registration on-line. Convenient, fast and secure renewal for all your vehicles, trailers and recreational vehicles. Renew your licence plate stickers online and proof of registration will be mailed to you.
Mosquito Control
Information Hotline: (867) 667-3760. Contact your local community office for more information on the Mosquito Control Program in Yukon communities. Whitehorse Mosquito Control Program information is available from the City of Whitehorse.
Property taxes and assesment
Provides current, accurate and equitable property assessments to taxing authorities.
Labour Services
Labour Services educates employers and employees about the Employment Standards Act, answers inquiries about the Act, investigates wage complaints and more.
Inquiry Desk - bilingual
To find the government service you are looking for, contact the Inquiry Desk: 867-667-5811 or toll-free (within Yukon) 1-800-661-0408.
Sport and Recreation
Leadership, resources and support to promote the stability of the Yukon sport, recreation and active living system.
Home Owner's Grant
Any homeowner can make apply for a Home Owner's Grant for their principal residence.
Securities
The Securities Registrar can provide general information on investing and securities in Canada.
