Statement from Premier Pillai on the U.S. Consul General’s visit to Whitehorse

Premier Pillai has issued the following statement:

"Last week, members of the Government of Yukon met with U.S. Consul General Jim DeHart.

“This was an opportunity to raise Yukoners’ concerns about the unjustified tariffs imposed by the Trump administration on Canadian goods and to reiterate that Canada will never be the 51st state. We also discussed the importance of the cross-border relationship between the Yukon and Alaska, particularly with respect to tourism, conservation, responsible mineral development, public safety and sport.

“Consul General DeHart also took time to participate in the Canadian Institute for Arctic Security’s Conference Zero on March 27, 2025, and we appreciate his remarks on our shared priorities on Arctic security.”