Celebrating the 125th Anniversary of the Discovery of Gold with the Commissioner

This summer, join the Commissioner of Yukon Angélique Bernard in commemorating the 125th Anniversary of the Discovery of Gold in Yukon. The Commissioner’s office has organized the following activities:

Exhibit at the Taylor House

On June 1, an exhibit of photos and articles from the Discovery of Gold in Yukon will be on display on the second floor of the Taylor House, 412 Main Street in Whitehorse. The exhibit is open to the public Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Masks are mandatory while inside the Taylor House.

Colouring book

A 125th Anniversary of the Discovery of Gold in Yukon themed colouring book is publically available at the Commissioner’s Office. It will also be available at all the Visitor Information Centres and at certain campgrounds throughout Yukon. The book was created locally with artwork by local artist Andrew Sharp.

Daisy Mason Wellness Fund

The Commissioner of Yukon, the Bishop of the Anglican Church and the Skookum Jim Trust Fund are launching the Daisy Mason Wellness Fund. This fund will provide financial assistance to First Nation residents who are wanting to take or provide wellness, health or personal growth workshops. Find more information about the Daisy Mason Wellness Fund. 

Commissioner’s picnic

Instead of the annual Commissioner’s Ball, the Commissioner of Yukon will be hosting a Commissioner’s picnic on August 14, 2021, over the Discovery Day weekend in Dawson City. This outdoor event will be free and family friendly and will conform with public health guidelines, located on the grounds of the Commissioner’s residence. More information about this event will be available on the Office of the Commissioner of Yukon’s Facebook page.