The Third Session of the 34th Yukon Legislative Assembly began today with a Speech from the Throne. The Commissioner of Yukon, the Honourable Angélique Bernard, delivered the speech.
The Speech from the Throne reflected on the work of government to date and the plans going forward. It identified key priorities of the government, which include:
- reduce green house gas emissions in recognition of the climate emergency
- create a youth panel on climate change
- expand pre-kindergarten across Yukon
- establish a tourism advisory body
- foster a strong economy with an innovation plan
- ban single use bags
- electrify the Alaska Highway to support electric vehicles
- legislation to ban conversion therapy in Yukon
- introduce leave provisions for those who have experienced domestic violence
- amend the Small Business Investment Tax Credit
- create an energy retrofit loan program to encourage Yukoners to retrofit their homes
Several Bills will be introduced during the fall sitting, including a 2019– 20 Supplementary Budget and proposed legislation to establish Yukon University.
Today’s Speech from the Throne sets the course for the second half of our term in government. We look forward to continuing to deliver on the commitments we made to Yukoners with integrity and dedication. Our government is improving the lives of Yukoners by building and supporting healthy, vibrant and sustainable communities across the territory.
Premier Sandy Silver
The 34th Yukon Legislative Assembly began with the first session in January 2017. The Second Session took place from April 2017 to October 2019.
The duration of the 2019 fall sitting of the Third Session will be determined by the House Leaders of the three Parties represented in the Yukon Legislative Assembly.
Matthew Cameron
Cabinet Communications
867-393-7136
matthew.cameron@gov.yk.ca