Yukon Legislative Building, Parliament building in downtown Whitehorse, Canada
The Yukon Legislative Building is a three-story structure with white steel cladding situated along the Yukon River beside Rotary Park in downtown Whitehorse. Inside are the legislative chambers and offices where territorial government business is conducted.
The territorial legislature was originally based in Dawson City from 1907 to 1953 before relocating to Whitehorse. The current building has served as the seat of government since 1976.
The building is named after Jim Smith, the territory's longest-serving Commissioner; in October 2022 Deputy Premier Tracy-Anne McPhee and Commissioner of Yukon Angélique Bernard presided at a ceremony honouring him, attended by members of his family. The Legislative Assembly and the Executive Council sit in the same chamber, so debate and cabinet business share one room.
The building stands beside the Yukon River next to Rotary Park in downtown Whitehorse, a short walk from the city centre. The Legislative Assembly and Executive Council share one chamber, so a single room holds both. Access is through the main entrance; ask at the desk about visiting times before setting out.
In October 2022, Deputy Premier Tracy-Anne McPhee and Commissioner of Yukon Angélique Bernard presided at a ceremony renaming the structure for Jim Smith, the territory's longest-serving Commissioner; members of Smith's family attended.
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