Who needs a permit?
You need a Wildlife Regulation drone permit if you're:
- the operator of a wildlife photography business; and
- planning on filming or photographing the hunting of wildlife in the Yukon with a drone.
Permit fee
You can get the permit free of charge.
How to apply
- Make sure you have the following information:
- wildlife photography business information;
- personnel information, including proof of drone pilot certification;
- locations where the hunt will take place and the species the person is hunting; and
- timelines for your filming or photographing activities.
- Visit a Department of Environment office to apply for the wildlife regulation drone permit.
- In person: 10 Burns Road in Whitehorse. We are open Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 4:45 pm.
- Allow 30 days for us to process your application.
- We will contact you when the process is complete.
Contact:
For questions about the Wildlife Regulation drone permit, email [email protected] or phone 867-667-8005, toll free in the Yukon 1-800-661-0408 extension 8005.