In 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. It must 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.
In a premise with a food-primary licence minors can:
- deliver alcohol to a customer;
- deliver food from a kitchen to customers;
- bus tables; or
- conduct any other position that does not involve the pouring, mixing or opening of alcohol.
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; or
- 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.