Six community-led initiatives focused on crime prevention and services for victims of crime received over $269,000 from the Crime Prevention and Victim Services Trust, during the spring 2026 intake.
Projects funded through the intake support promoting land-based healing, creating community connections, sharing information, hosting workshops, harm reduction and violence prevention, among other initiatives.
The next application deadline is August 18, 2026. Guidance on applying for funding is available on Yukon.ca.
Projects led by Yukoners in their communities play an immense role in making our territory safer and more resilient. The organizations awarded funding this spring showcased their creative and community-based approach to address crime prevention and offer supports for victims.
As a Board of Trustees, we would like to thank all the applicants for their commitment to crime prevention and services for victims of crime across the Yukon. We encourage all communities to consider local solutions for emerging issues and to apply for new projects this fall.
Crime Prevention and Victim Services Trust, spring 2026 recipients
Carcross/Tagish First Nation was awarded $25,000 for its project, Roots and Reins: Land-Based Healing. This is a free land-based equine and art therapy program that supports emotional, mental and spiritual wellness.
Dak’anuta je (Take care of Yourself) Outreach Society was awarded $49,338 for their project, Walking in a Good Way. The project will support a culturally safe gathering space built for Indigenous harm reduction. It aims to reach individuals who do not access traditional programs due to trauma, stigma or previous negative experiences.
Larrikin Entertainment Ensemble was awarded $48,100 for their project, Write a Song. The music workshop will be delivered at the Whitehorse Correctional Centre using a trauma-sensitive and experiential approach that aims to support emotional expression, healing and prosocial skill development. It will encourage participants to write and record original songs that reflect their personal experiences.
Liard Aboriginal Women's Society was awarded $85,906 for their project, Renewing Commitments: Together for Justice Initiative. The organization will support Kaska women and promote prevention through Indigenous-led sessions. The workshop will focus on women’s leadership, education, healing, accountability and collective responsibility.
Yukon Tourism Education Council – Multicultural Centre of the Yukon was awarded $40,000 for their project, Empowering Youth to Prevent Gender-Based Violence. The project is designed to promote awareness through workshops to inform, reduce and prevent gender-based violence in the immigrant and newcomer community, especially among youth.
The Whitehorse Bike Kitchen Task Force was awarded $20,000 for their project, Chainwhip Bike Space – Community Outreach and Programming. The organization plans to hire a community consultant coordinator who will be responsible for developing strategies, programs and policies and will conduct outreach and offer training in harm reduction to volunteers. Additionally, the project aims to make a visible impact on at-risk individuals by providing employment opportunities, fostering personal autonomy and ensuring access to basic resources.
Tim Kucharuk
Press secretary, Cabinet Communications
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Zara Soukoroff
Communications, Justice
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