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The Proud Voice of Yukon's Business Community Since 1985

Incorporated in 1985, the Yukon Chamber of Commerce continues its advocacy work in partnership with Community Chambers and Yukon businesses of all sizes. As a collective voice of the business community, the Yukon Chamber of Commerce works to create a climate conducive to a strong private sector economy.

To learn more about the Chamber and/or to meet our team, visit our office on the second floor of the TC Richards Building, located at 302 Steele Street in Whitehorse. Our office hours are 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. from Monday to Friday.

Mission Statement

We are the leading voice of Yukon's business community, providing advocacy and representation on issues affecting businesses across the Yukon Territory.

Guiding Principles

Community Driven - We work with, and on behalf of, the Community Chambers of Commerce and the Yukon business community. Our perspective is both urban and rural.

Making a Difference - We are focused on territory-wide issues of critical importance to our members and contributory to the success of Yukon businesses.

Connected - We leverage a valuable network of relationships with individuals, groups and organizations to share information and work together.

Autonomous - We are non-partisan, multi-sectoral and maintain the autonomy of our perspective

Becoming a Member of the Yukon Chamber of Commerce is Good for Business! Join Today!

What We Do:

Support and work with the five Community Chambers: Dawson City, St. Elias, Silver Trail, Watson Lake, and Whitehorse.
Deliver data and analysis on topics critical to the business community.
Develop policies that guide decisions and actions to strengthen the business climate.
Promote economic growth through specific Committee work in the following areas: Food, Beverage & Cannabis; Transportation and Infrastructure; Energy; Procurement; Buy Yukon; Housing; and Tourism.
Promote the interests of Yukon businesses and express their concerns across multiple industry sectors.
Facilitate two-way communication flow among all stakeholders on business-related issues.
Provide members of the business community the opportunity to express their views on important topics through surveys, roundtables, conferences and other events.
Help businesses find the information they need and assist them to navigate various programs and services.
Provide education as well as free and confidential assistance to solve problems regarding workers’ compensation and workplace health and safety.
Enable partnerships and networking through Chamber events and communication vehicles.

Additional Benefits for YCC Members:

Member rates for some events and conferences hosted by or in partnership with the Yukon Chamber.
Benefit plan for small business through the Canadian Chamber of Commerce Group Insurance Plan delivered in the Yukon by Sun Life Financial.
Current information on topics of interest through monthly newsletters and special notices.
Special package rates on participation in YCC delegations to events and conferences around Canada.

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