Whitehorse West, Electoral district in Whitehorse, Canada.
Whitehorse West is an electoral district in Whitehorse, located in Canada's Yukon territory. It stretches between an escarpment and the Yukon River, taking in the downtown core and the Marwell neighborhood.
The district was originally created in 1978 as one of Whitehorse's electoral areas. It took its current form in 1992 after merging two neighboring districts into a single voting area.
The district is home to residents who actively participate in territorial elections and civic matters. People here engage regularly with local governance and have a strong connection to their community's representation.
Visitors and residents can find information about voting procedures and current candidates through Elections Yukon. The office provides details about voter registration and polling station locations for anyone interested in the electoral process.
During the 2021 election, the New Democratic Party secured victory with 498 votes, demonstrating the district's consistent support for progressive policies.
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