Know what minors can and cannot do when working around alcohol

Last updated: 2026-04-28

In the Yukon, people under 19 years old are considered minors. For minors to work around alcohol, they must meet the following conditions:

  • The minor must be at least 16 years old. If they're younger, they need special permission from the Yukon Liquor Corporation.
  • Parents must give written consent. It must be kept on file at the licensed premises and be available to any liquor inspector upon request.
  • An adult must closely supervise minors at all times.
  • Minors are not allowed in any licensed premises where there's adult or exotic entertainment.
  • Minors are not allowed to pour, mix or open alcohol.

Premise with a food-primary licence

In a premise with a food-primary licence, minors can:

  • deliver alcohol to a customer;
  • deliver food from a kitchen to customers;
  • bus tables; and
  • conduct any other position that does not involve the pouring, mixing or opening of alcohol.

Premise with a liquor-primary licence

In a premise with a liquor-primary licence, minors can:

  • deliver food from a kitchen to customers;
  • bus tables;
  • work with a contractor on repairs;
  • complete equipment set-up, take down and sound checks; and
  • perform as long as the minor leaves the premises between performances.
Contact

For questions about minors working in licensed establishments, email [email protected] or phone 867-667-5245 or toll free in Yukon 1-800-661-0408, extension 5245.

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