9 Village of Haines Junction Regular Council Meeting 7:00 P.M. August

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TO: Mayor and Council

REPORT DATE: August 23rd, 2017

TARGET DECISION DATE August 23rd, 2017

FROM: Cathy Clarke, CAO

RE: CAO Activity Report

RECOMMENDATION(S):

That Mayor and Council receive this report for information.

BACKGROUND:

The ChiefAdministrative Officer (CAO)is the sole employee of Mayor and Councilfor the Village of Homes Junction and it is Council’s responsibility to “supervise the management of the affairs of the Village”. A CAOActivity Report will be provided at each meeting and is one tool to assist you with that responsibility.

Please note that Mayor and Council have access to the CAOand senior staff between meetings, and are welcome to ask questions, seek clarification, and engage with the CAOand senior staff

CAO:

1. Corporate oversight of financial and human resource investments and assets: • Determining actions forward given an approved budget- ongoing Convention Center storage and landfill a priority- first step storage in Convention Centre completed by David Heath (millennial panels), awaiting quotes on landfill equipment purchase and engineer for landfill gth• LTP,stairs for pool to be delivered week of August • Preparing for series of Council day long work meetings-strategic plan work • Will be working with PW staff to best allocate existing HRresources for greatest ROlfor community, organization and individual- will be bringing revised organizational chart to Council for information, goal of which is increased efficiency, oversight while also freeing up administrative capacity - Are actively identifying service gaps in org structure

1 • Trails: Pine Lake Trail, completion of long standing Village project: - Pea gravel and crush donation available from YGas per Wade lstchenko negotiated partnership with Yukon Government - Have scoped out requisite work to get the trail to “standard”, will fit into budgeted trail maintenance budget of $10,000.00-will be booking the work to ensure completion - Goal: trail ready for August 26, 2017 Great Trail Celebration- presently booking the work - Staff will be looking to a green spaces, trails maintenance plan for upcoming budget discussions • Work on potential unsightly properties approach: - Looking to alternative dispute resolution approaches-community very open to collaboration and have experienced positive product - Ask in the Community Services regarding legality of condemned properties, standards

and process — we do have the ability to implement an unsightly Bylaw, this will be a priority piece of Zoning Bylaw amendment process, very important that community be engaged in end product for enforcement and support of resultant Bylaw as it will apply to all equally- important to note that the Village will be held to the same standards it chooses to enforce 2. Leadership and staffing: • Staff engagement will be a priority going forward, as in the Landfillstaff making a presentation on their area to Council we will be looking for more engagement opps-staff working on costing of requisite equipment for back end, will be presenting case to Council, work in this area ongoing, improvement has been noted by community • Have noted that communication with all staff should be and will be made a priority, each of our staff are Village ambassadors who interact with the public daily and as such

need pertinent answers/messaging — are planning a discussion regarding the examples we present to our community-ongoing and will be working directly with Team Lead on implementation- positive feedback from staff regarding communication team building efforts, actively planning a team building day. • Completed all PW staff evaluations, one on one sessions with the emphasis put on future development plans for each individual, will be signing off on agreed upon and committed to education maps for each staff member — complete • Note: Public Works staff/human resource function responsibility of CAO 3. Governance: • Governance Intern, John Thomas hired (Governor General Leadership Conference participant) looking forward to him starting our governance work!, Mr. Thomas presently working on negotiations with U of T staff, once those are complete he will arrive. Note: Mr. Thomas will be here for his contracted time regardless of when he arrives in HJ • Preparing to implement Council’s strategic plan in a realistic manner • Preparing for core service review and rate review on water and sewer 4. Community engagement and communication: • Will be focusing on 75th celebration- Susan Smith instrumental in moving this initiative forward, good community response

2 • CAFNflag raising postponed, date to be determined-contacting CAFNregarding their wishes in this regard • Have met with CDCand CPRchairs to discuss a joint community engagement strategy, inclusive of Village engagement requirements, looking to potential engagement through speaker series - ongoing 5. Ongoing internal/external communications SWOT,will look for “low hanging fruit” • Communication to community regarding our operations-will focus on the proactive, community very open to dialogue and solution, will work with Council on a strategic approach to community engagement as our community is comprised of multi- audiences. • Communication to Council members-ongoing • Meeting with George Van Sickleof CAFNregarding partnering opportunities, will book subsequent meetings for the purposes of discussing joint agreements • Open to learning/developing new communication venues, through the lens of the diversity of audiences that comprise our community-social media, website relevance,

mail-outs, displays etc. — will be working with Ben Sanders of Proof regarding project “strengthening communities with data in Haines Junction”, Ben presently populating our database, Note: only existing data will be used and only for internal purposes. • Lookingto open sourcing venues with community on areas of improvement • Community member discussion re: development, infrastructure, community center and pool, landfill (compliments received regarding landfill looking better), community engagement, 75th commemoration • Meetings with Tourism, Economic Development, and individuals looking to purchase property in Haines Junction

Treasurer: On holidays until September 2017 Public Works:

1. Public Works operations and maintenance: - Quotations for a backhoe loader initiated - report to follow on Sept. 27th.

2. Landfill: - New Unloading area pad and walls completed.

3. Risk mitigation: 1$th - Health and Safety - 2017 WCB inspection May - Awaiting Report.

4. Labour Relations - 1 Summer students’ last day was Friday August 18th - Recreation / Parks Maintenance Operator position posted internally.

3 5. Infrastructure Project Management: - Lagoon Upgrades o Project Tendered - closed August ;5th - Award Pending - Infrastructure o Project Tender Closed - Awarded to P.S. Sidhu Trucking Ltd. - Aug. 8, 2017 - Sewage Lift Station - Substantial Completion May 1, 2107 o VHJ now operating. Some deficiencies outstanding - Aquifer & Wellhead Protection Plan - Tetra Tech conducted DDUAGPR assessment 2gth, g/10th, week of May and Community wide well survey - June 2016 - Report pending. - Sewage Forcemain Assessment - Smart Ball Draft Report received. 3rd - Well 3 Connection Upgrades - Tender Closed August - Awarded to Budget Plumbing

6. Administrative 12th• - Weekly / Daily work lists developed for Team Leader - initiated Week of June

Publicworksproiectssummer 2017 ** In addition to regular daily operations / maintenance activities

Student projects • Paint Facia at ph3 • Paint overhead door returns at emergency services building Completed • Paint pump house floors and necessary piping • Paint animal impound building • Repaint garbage cans throughout community • Concrete culvert ends throughout community • Remove lids from empty C12buckets Completed • Pressure wash equipment

Public works projects • Clean up NWcorner of shop yard and prepare for septage receiving station - Ongoing • Repair/replace street signage • Buildpipe rack in shop yard • Pump out standing water areas - Completed • Rake gravel off lawns from snow plowing - Completed • Annual roads maintenance cold mix patching - Ongoing • Install bollards at legacy trail - Completed June 9th • Ditch maintenance audit and plan • Highway Banners - Completed • Eagle Concrete Base @ Overlook - Completed

4 • Flag Pole Completed • Repair benches at Overlook - Completed • Cemetery Lego Blocks, grubbing, access road - Completed • Move Bleachers and flooring in Arena Lobby by Aug. 10th (Augusto) - Completed • Surplus sale items to Arena - End of August • Culvert maintenance/repair at Seniors centre • Clean up logs/trees along Legacy trail - Completed • SOAfor Boiler maintenance • Legacy Trail bollards near school

Building maintenance projects • In house maintenance audit for all municipal buildings - under development/review • Repair downspouts on all municipal buildings and ensure drainage is adequate • Complete end of season maintenance on used oil furnace at pw shop - Completed • Build shelving in van and install appropriate tools and equipment for use as standby • Repair settling bricks at arena • Boiler maintenance at emergency services building, pool, C.C.,Arena • Repair roof leak at convention center and pool - Completed • Prepare pool building for use - Completed • Repair crack in C.C.asphalt • Animal impound building maintenance • New locks - scheduled for end of August • Overhead door maintenance

Landfill projects • Repair Land treatment facility site for potential berm breech hazard - Completed • Repaint recycle center building and conduct required maintenance - Ongoing • Separate tires from rims for recycling • Cap and extend C and D waste pile - Ongoing • Construct new household waste cell - Started mid-May • Prepare metals pile for recycling - Ongoing Schedule electronics pickup for recycling - Completed July 31. • LTFmaintenance • Move Recycle sheds • Fence installation at oil shed - Completed • Conduit and pole installation for Compactor camera • Cut concrete wall and move Compost bin - Completed • Install new signage

Water and Sewer projects • Investigate c12residual fluctuations at Daku - Recirc pump repaired • New water service for the Leaning Centre at Daku • Repair circulation pumps for industrial subdivision - one left to re-install

5 • Order replacement media for arsenic filters • Repair hydrant at Lowell St - • Repair valve at spruce St • Test lift pumps for reservoir perimeter drains • Build road to Alaska highway PRVchamber • Remove fuel tank and backfill containment structure from ph2 • Install water service to pw.shop • Complete scheduled service installs - KPI,Steele St. • Clean C12day tanks • Install barricades at bulk water fill station - Complete • Complete annual hydrant maintenance and repairs - Complete • Complete annual sewer flushing and maintenance - started July 19 • Complete backfiHsfrom winter water main repairs (3 sites) • Layout! Stake sanitary & water services for Phase 1 - • Phase 1 sanitary sewer - camera services during Construction • Barricades at N60 around Mb & valves - Completed • Remove fuel from ‘old’ Liftstation tank • Air Relief Valve maintenance on FM

In the last 2 weeks there were approximately 95 unanticipated work hours between a Watermain break on Karman I Alsek Streets, and a new water I sewer service installation

6 Art Acquisition Selection Committee August 8, 2017

Present: Thomas Eckervogt, Chair Absent: CPR Rep (vacant) Rita Jux, Member CDC Rep (vacant) David Sillery, Member Yvonne Eleniak, Member Noelle Palmer, Recorder

Cathy Clarke, Delegation Susan Smith, Delegation

Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 6:08 p.m.

The Chair acknowledged that we are on the traditional territory of the Champagne and Aishihik First Nations.

Adoption of Agenda #26-17 Moved Y. Eleniak Seconded D. Sillery THAT the agenda be adopted as presented.

Motion #26-17 was CARRIED.

Adoption of Minutes #27-17 Moved Y. Eleniak Seconded R. Jux THAT the minutes of the Arts Acquisition Selection Committee meeting of July 11,2017, be adopted as approved electronically.

Motion #27-17 was CARRIED.

Delegation Commemoration 75 — A Highway Runs Through It C. Clarke clarified that she and S. Smith are attending as volunteers on the 75th Anniversary Committee. S. Smith read her letter to the AASC,which had been sent to the Village, outlining the event, and in particular the Community Tree concept. This would be a living piece of artwork similar to a family tree, and the 75th Anniversary Committee is hoping that the AASC will endorse the project and give consideration to funding it in the future. People will be able to add themselves and past residents to the tree at the Commemoration 75 event as well as online. At a later date, an artist will be tasked with turning this database of information into a growing tree artistically representing the community, although further details have yet to be decided. The wall to the right of the staircase is one proposed location. After fruitful discussions surrounding all aspects of the event, the delegation departed.

#28-17 Moved Y. Eleniak Seconded R. Jux THAT the Arts Acquisition Selection Committee supports the idea of a Community Tree in principle and would like to offer their assistance, if possible.

Motion #28-17 was CARRIED.

1 Business Arising Camp Mile 108 and Alaska Highway neat Kluane Lake The digital files will be sent to The Frame Shop fot a quote lot producing, matting, framing and labelling these two prints. This will then be sent to the copyright holder for final approval. Both pieces should be individually titled, but all the accompanying information would ideally be placed on one plaque between the two pieces, done in a similar style to the existing plaques in the Convention Centre.

RFQ]RFP for Grand Hall Given that the Committee will be on hiatus during October and November, it was determined that the closing date for the REQ should be November 20th. It was established that, given the nature of the RFQ submissions, it will not be possible to judge them blind, although the price should be blacked out to prevent this from having any impact on the merit-based evaluation.

#29-17 Moved D. Sillery Seconded R. Jux THAT advertising for the Request for Qualifications for a Major Artwork Project for the Grand Hall should begin on Friday, August 14, 2017, by way of a Friday ad for two weeks in the Yukon News and an online and print ad in What’s Up Yukon, as well as being posted around town, on the Village website and Facebook page, and distributed to the Arts Acquisition Selection Committee mailing list.

Motion #29-17 was CARRIED.

D. Sillery requested the Committee’s input in creating a set of evaluation criteria for the Request for Proposals and will be sending out the draft REPfor comment. It will need to be finalised by the December meeting. The Committee discussed whether the compulsory interview for the shortlisted artists could be done electronically or whether a travel allowance should be granted to complete this stage of the process. The arrangements for the mandatory site visit were also discussed, with it being determined that a travel allowance could be granted to artists living outside of a certain radius from the Convention Centre. The REQ should be updated to reflect that a site visit will be required to bid on the REP.

REP for Stained Glass The Committee has not heard back from the selected artist regarding whether or not she accepts the terms of the proposed contract. She will be requested to supply the Committee with a signed contract within the next week. If she requires more time to complete her project due to the contract negotiations, the Committee isopen to reasonably amending the original delivery date. If she decides not to accept the contract, the other applicant will be offered the opportunity to submit a design by September 30, 2017. If the Committee does not hear back from the original artist, then this item should be put on the agenda for the next meeting.

Eagle stand plague As per R. Jux’s suggestion, the plaque on the eagle stand should read as follows: “SALMON RUN / Crafted by Bob Braun / Donated to the Village of Haines Junction in 2016 / The Sitka Spruce was a gift from Pete Watson”.

The Committee discussed the pros and cons of having a Keep Off sign by the statue. As no consensus was able to be reached, the decision was deferred until the next meeting.

2 Policy review Recorder Palmer clarified that policy revision isCouncil’s mandate and that any suggestions that the AASCmay have would go forward to Council as recommendations. D. Sillery voiced his belief that the Committee has a better understanding of what needs to be done and has earned the right to have greater authority in policy-making decisions. He expressed concern over the Committee’s vulnerability and the possibility of Council not working in their favour. Councillor Eckervogt clarified that recommendations made by the Committee will be followed up on by Council and highlighted the importance of working together for the good of the community. Y. Eleniak supported this, noting that policy recommendations in the past have been received favourably by Council and that this could be an opportunity for the Committee to broaden the AASC’sscope and become unequivocally indispensable. D. Sillery reiterated the importance of taking a firm stance. As a first step in reviewing their policy, Committee members will share and comment upon each other’s recommendations via email.

Next Meeting Date The next meeting will be held on Monday, September 11,2017, at 6:00 p.m.

Adjournment #30-17 Moved D. Sillery Seconded Y. Eleniak THAT the meeting be adjourned at 9:06 p.m.

Motion #30-17 was CARRIED.

3 Municipal Accounts Payable to August 23, 2017

Cheque No. Name Amount Department Description

Transfer Payroll Account #4305418 $ 26,602.56 Administration Ceridian Net Pay - Pay Period i6

$ 10,479.59 Administration Ceridian Receiver General - Pay Period i6

$ 158.60 Administration Ceridian Service Charges - Pay Period i6

$ 3,062.88 S 40,30363 Administration RRSP Contribution - Pay Period i6

Transfer 5 i,886.o Recycle Centre Coin order $ 1,043.20 $ 2,929.50 Recycle Centre Coin order

23981 NorthwesTel Inc. $ 364.56 Administration Phones - July billing

$ ios.6i Public Works Phones - July billing

$ 573.34 Water and Sewer Phones - July billing

$ 600.93 Fire Department Phones - July billing

$ 81.29 Convention Centre Phones - July billing

s 40.65 Mezzanine Phones - July billing

$ 40.65 Community Hall Phones - July billing

$ 40.65 Arena Phones - July billing

$ 40.65 Pool Phones - July billing

$ 57.57 Recycling Centre Phones - July billing 5 97.44 $ 2,046.34 GST Phones - July billing

23982 Amy Tessaro S 1,250.00 Capital Downpayment on stained glass artwork for atrium

23983 NorthwesTel Inc. $ 405.04 Fire Department F ire alarm analog ioop $ 86.i6 $ 491.20 Water and Sewer Radio loop

and cream 23984 Petty Cash - Cathy Clarke $ 45.77 Convention Centre Coffee $ 36.56 Swim Club Snacks* $ 143.85 $ 226.18 Administration Stamps and Commemoration 75 mass mailer**

23985 Thomas Eckervogt $ 2,488.60 Legislative Council honoraria: May io - August 8, 2017

23986 Susan Smith $ 1,704.15 Legislative Council honoraria: June 13 - August i6, 2017

$ 175.45 $ 1,879.60 Legislative Travel claim - Gord McIntosh

2017 23987 15042 Yukon Inc $ 658.92 Administrative Janitorial services for the month of July $ 16473 Mezzanine Janitorial services for the month of July 2017 $ 112.71 Fire Department Janitorial services for the month of July 2017 $ 78.03 Public Works Janitorial services for the month ofJuly 2017 S 1,543.26 Convention Centre Janitorial services for the month of July 2017 $ 127.88 $ 2,685.53 GST Janitorial services for the month of July 2017

* Denotes an item not directly ftinded by the Village **Grant ftmded Municipal Accounts Payable to August 23, 2017

2398$ Advance Security & Automation Ltd. $ 173.25 Convention Centre Fire alarm monitoring: July 1 - September 30, 2017

23989 Ajax Steel Limited $ 35.07 Landfill Pallet plastic wrap $ 97.36 $ 132.43 Public Works Replacement flash tube

Grant* 23990 Augusto! Children’s festival $ 2,140.05 Administration Remaining 2016 Lotteries

23991 BDO Canada LLP $ 15,334.27 Administrative Final billing in connection with the 2016 audit

23992 Bell Mobility $ 61.50 Public Works Cell phones - August billing

$ 35.00 Recycle Centre Cell phones - August billing

S 35.00 Landfill Cell phones - August billing

$ 152.50 Water and Sewer Cell phones - August billing

s 50.00 Legislative Cell phones - August billing

$ i6.8 $ 350.58 GST Cell phones - August billing

23993 Canadian Freightways $ 199.59 Water and Sewer Freight on Cleanflow Utilities order

23994 Finning $ 92.11 Public Works Antifreeze for the loader cones** 23995 frosty’s Restaurant Ltd. $ 35.10 Administration Canada Day - Gift certificates for ice cream

23996 Home Hardware $ 132.91 Landfill & Recycle Brushes, liners, belts, gloves, masks

23997 Jacobs Industries Limited $ 543.38 Water and Sewer C02 $ 325.50 Public Works Oxygen and Nitrogen S 390.60 $ 1,259.48 Water and Sewer C02

23998 Kilrich Building Centres $ 2,941.28 Roads and Street 12’ culverts and couplers

23999 Paint Mountain Landscaping 5 8,579.55 Capital Pouring of concrete pad at landfill

34000 Parkland Fuel Corporation $ 1,955.89 Public Works Gas and diesel - July 2017

23401 Source Motors Ltd. 5 1,635.05 Pool Heating fuel - July 2017 $ i8.5 $ 1,822.5$ Public Works Gas and ether for loader

23402 Kimiko Young $ 100.00 Pool WSI Red Cross Transfer for T. Campbell

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Dear Mayor Riseborough:

Thank you for your letter of July 29 recapping our meeting of July 23.

I enjoyed your presentation of the municipality’s economic development vision for Haines Junction as well as our discussion of potential opportunities for the Haines Junction/Kluane/Beaver Creek Corridor.

With that in mind, I have asked my officials to organize a regional economic development forum in Haines Junction centered around themes of collaboration and cooperation. This one or two-day event would be aimed primarily at First Nation and Municipal leadership and economic development practitioners from Haines Junction, Burwash Landing, Destruction Bay and Beaver Creek; as well as private sector participants who have interests in the corridor. Staff from the Department willwork with potential participants to determine possible dates and agenda items.

I would also like to support the economic development work that the Municipality’s Governance Intern is engaged in. I would therefore like to extend an invitation for that person to visit the Department’s offices in Whitehorse for a few days to build relationships and to acquaint themselves with the resources available through the Government of Yukon. We would provide a desk, a phone and WiFi guest access for a few days, providing an opportunity for the Intern not only to become better acquainted with our people and our programs but also to work on specific economic development related projects.

My hope is that these supports will contribute positively to the realization of Haines Junction’s economic development vision and I look forward to further discussions with you in the future.

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Cathy Clarke, CAO RECEIVL Village of Haines Junction Box 5339 AUt 1 2017 Haines Junction, Yukon Canada YOB1L0 Village o Names Juncti0n Dear Ms. Clarke,

Thank you and HisWorship, Mayor Risborough for taking the time to meet with Director Diane Strand and myself on July 20, 2017 when we discussed the notions of a shared Elders’ / Seniors’ van, shared bus service, and partnering on some kind of mountain bike trail initiative.

As we discussed, the CAFNElders’ van is not very operational and CAFNhas applied to Gas Tax for funding for a replacement. His Worship and you indicated there is a demand for such a service on the Village’s side. We discussed that there might be some challenges around scheduling and how we might share costs, but that was room for future discussion.

Similarly, on the bus service side CAFNindicated that this is a service that we provide and again that there was some other community interest in the Village. We discussed that CAFNmight work on a proposal with options for capital and operating expenditures.

Finally, we discussed the so-called bike trail concept. In this regard we discussed that the Singletrack to Success (S2S) Program has funding to conduct a trail assessment and that they might be able to make an assessment regarding a so-called Flow Trail in the Fallof 2017. Since this is of interest to the Village and CAFNwe agreed to try and meet in the Fallto discuss this further in the Fall.

While we recognize this letter captures our brief conversation only at a very high level, we would be interested to continue this conversation at a future date.

Sincerely,

Robert Fendrick Chief Financial Officer

Cc: Michael Risborough, HisWorship, Mayor of the Village of Haines Junction Fran Asp, Executive Director, CAFN Diane Strand, Director of Community Wellness, CAFN

P0 Box5310, Haines Junction, Yukon, YOB1LO. Phone: (867) 634-4200 . Fax: (867) 634-2108 . CAFN.ca Office of the Minister Box 2703, Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 2C6 RECEIVED

AU6119201? August 5, 2017 Village o4 Mayor and Council 4iaIneS ]UCtI0 Village of Haines Junction Box 5339 Haines Junction, Yukon YOB 1LO

Dear Mayor and Council: As most Canadians are now well aware, the federal government has introduced legislation that will make cannabis legal across the country in July 2018.

Before then, the Government of Yukon needs to establish its own laws, policies and regulations about:

• where and when cannabis can be sold, grown, possessed and consumed; and • how communities will be protected from the potential harms of cannabis use, including drug-impaired driving.

Meaningful engagement with municipal governments will help us create a legal cannabis regime that works for all Yukon communities. Our goal is to maximize local benefits while minimizing local harms.

We recognize the complexity of this challenge, especially given the short timelines involved. We have less than a year before cannabis is legal, and in that time we need to make the right decisions.

As the Government of Yukon considers its options related to legal cannabis, its decisions will be guided by the following principles:

• Provide for legal, controlled access to cannabis that displaces illegal and criminal activity. • Prioritize public health, safety and harm reduction, with a focus on protecting youth from negative health effects.

On August 10, all Yukoners willbe invited to share their views on cannabis use and legalization via an online survey, which can be found at qov.yk.ca/cannabis. The information we gather will inform our decisions, and help us respond in a way that makes the most sense for the territory.

We are reaching out to you now, in order to give you as much time as possible to gather input from people in your community.

A discussion document is attached to this letter. We do not necessarily ask that you respond in detail to every question posed in the document — it can be used simply to guide your discussions about what is best for your community.

1Page Again, the Government of Yukon recognizes that timelines are short. We respectfully ask that, ifyou choose to, you provide us with your written response no later than September 15. This willgive us time to consider your views prior to the fall sitting of the Yukon Legislative Assembly.

You can respond to us in writing, and are welcome to submit any documents, studies or other information that you would like the Government of Yukon to consider.

Should you wish to engage in more detailed discussions about cannabis legalization and what it will mean for your community, we are open to arranging face-to-face meetings between representatives from each of our governments. Please contact us by September 1 to arrange a meeting.

Ifyou have any questions, would like to submit documents for consideration, or would like to arrange a meeting, please email cannabisaov.yk.ca. You can also call us at 897-667-8539. Mahsi,

Hon. Pauline Frost Hon. Tracy-Anne McPhee Minister of Health and Social Services Minister of Justice

Enc. (1) Yukon’s approach to cannabis legalization

Thank you for taking the time to share your views on cannabis use and legalization with the Government of Yukon.

We do not necessarily ask that you respond in detail to every question posed in this discussion document — it can be used simply to guide your discussions about what is best for your community.

1. Should legallyproduced cannabis be available for purchase in every community in Yukon?

2. How do you think legallyproduced cannabis should be sold in Yukon?

3. What impact willthe sale of legallyproduced cannabis have on your community?

4. What should the Government of Yukon do to ensure the health and safety of Yukoners as part of the new cannabis legislation?

5. Should the Yukon government generate revenue from the sale of cannabis?

6. What issues or concerns do you think are of the greatest interest to Yukoners?

7. What do you need to know about Yukon’scannabis rules and regulations as it becomes legal?

8. How would you liketo be informed about Yukon’scannabis rules and regulations as it becomes legal?

To submit documents to the Government of Yukon for consideration, or if you have any questions, please email [email protected]. You can also reach us at 897-667-8539.

i(ikou Government Cathy Clarke

From: Michael Riseboroug h Sent: Monday, August 14, 2017 10:43 AM To: Cathy Clarke Subject: Fw:update-cannabis survey

Please add to the next agenda, Cathy.

Thanks,

Sent from my BlackBerry 10 smartphone on the Bell network. From: Bev Buckway Sent: Friday, August 11, 2017 9:57 AM

To: Dan Boyd; Diana Rogerson ; Gord Curran ; Jack Bowers; Kyla MacArthur; Lee Bodie; Michael Riseborough; Perry Savoie; Samson Hartland ; Scott Bolton ; Stacy Bauer; Susan Smith ; Tara Wheeler; Wayne Potoroka Cc: Laura Eby Subject: update-cannabis survey

AYCDirectors,

An update here-I spoke with a representative from H+SSthis morning, and expressed disappointment over the terms of engagement as set out in the letter to municipalities regarding the cannabis survey. He did ask me to reiterate to our members that the YGgroup is very willing to meet face to face with all municipalities to discuss the legislation, at your request. Itrust you will make that request so the municipal voice is well heard on this topic. Apparently September is set aside to hold these meetings.

Please share this with your council and staff, as appropriate.

Regards Bev Buckway, M PComm Association of Yukon Communities #140 2237 2nd Ave White horse, YTY1A0K7 www.ayc-yk.ca 867-668-4388

1 Association of Yukon Communities’ Scholarships In Municipal Studies — 2017

The Association of Yukon Communities is calling for applications for the two 2017 Scholarships.

At its Annual General Meeting in April 2008, the membership of the Association directed the establishment of two annual scholarships of $500 each for students of post secondary institutions who are studying towards a career in municipal government. Other eligible candidates are municipal staff and elected officials who are currently working for a municipality or a local advisory council and who wish to enroll in a course of studies toward a career in municipal government and management.

Municipal studies includes working toward gaining the knowledge and skills to work in the following areas of Municipal Government (other related courses of study may be considered):

• Administration and Finance (Human Resources, Accounting, Office Management) • Program and Service Delivery (Public Safety, Recreation Programmer) • Engineering and Operations (Streets and Roads, Water and Sewer, Public Buildings: design, construction and maintenance) • Land Use Planning and Management (Official Community Plan, Zoning Bylaw: development and monitoring, Development Permitting) • Environmental Management (Climate Change Mitigation, Waste Management)

Deadline to apply for the AYC Scholarships is September 29, 2017. The Application form is attached below. Please provide information regarding any other financial assistance you have received for these courses or studies.

AYCScholarships In Municipal Studies, 2017 Page 1 Application Form - AYC Scholarship, 2017

Applications will be accepted until September 29/2017 from Yukoners who are students of post secondary institutions or are municipal employees or elected officials of local governments who are taking a course of studies toward a career in municipal government and management.

Name of Applicant: Date submitted:

Student! Municipal Employee! Elected Official of a Yukon Local Government (circle one) Contact Address:

Email Address Telephone Number

Course of Studies undertaken

Other Financial Assistance

Educational Institution/Program

AYCScholarships In Municipal Studies, 2017 Page 2 Please provide a brief description of your career goals as they relate to the AYC Scholarship and describe how your studies will benefit Yukon communities (use a separate document if you need more space and attach it to your Application Form).

Apply to: Association of Yukon Communities

#140—2237 2nd Avenue

Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 0K7

Phone: 867-668-4388

Fax: 867-668-7574

E-mail: [email protected]

AYCScholarships In Municipal Studies, 2017 Page 3 Cathy Clarke

From: Bev Buckway Sent: Monday, August 14, 2017 2:00 PM To: Cam Lockwood CAO;Cathy Clarke;Cory Beilmore; Ian Dunlop; John Skilnyk;Linda Rapp; Margrit Wozniak; Shelley Hassard Cc: Laura Eby Subject: AYCcommittees for 2017 Callfor Interest Attachments: Have a say through joining an AYCCommittee Sept 2017.docx; AYCCommittee List 2016 2017 as of July31 2017.docx; Note to CAOs Board Appointments August 2017.docx

AYCCAO5/ACM,

Attached:

• AYCcommittee fact sheet • the current AYCcommittee list

Interested persons are asked to let me know of their interest by September 5th in order that we are prepared for the September board meeting.

Also attached is some information for board appointees, as some municipalities switch representatives in the fall. Questions? Let me know please.

Regards Bev Buckway, M PComm Association of Yukon Communities p140 2237 2nd Ave Whitehorse, YTY1A0K7 www.ayc-yk.ca 867-668-4388

1 Have a say through joining an AYC Committee

,..*o.. C September, 2017

Ifyou are a municipal or LACelected official or senior administrator and want to shape the direction of AYC’spolicy and advocacy work, while getting the most out of your membership, you’ll want to indicate your interest to participate on one of the following Standing Committees:

Resolutions A Resolutions Committee consisting of not less than three nor more than five (E) representatives of members shall be appointed by the President during each Annual General Meeting for a period of one year.

The chair of the Resolutions Committee shall be the First Vice-President.

The Resolutions Committee shall review all resolutions intended for submission to each Annual General Meeting and shall refer back to the originator any resolutions deemed inappropriate, with reasons why, for redrafting, resubmission or withdrawal of the resolutions.

Nomination A Nominating Committee composed of not less than three or more than (E) representatives of members shall be appointed by the Executive Committee four (4) months prior to the Annual General meeting.

The chair of the Nominating Committee shall be the Past President or a member of the Board of Directors.

Constitution The Second Vice President will chair the Constitution and Bylaw Committee. and Bylaw (E) Ad Hoc Committees are as follows:

Advocacy & AYCadvocates for the strategic priorities identified by its members in a proactive, Partnerships collaborative fashion. AYCworks in partnership with other governments and agencies E) to address the issues of importance to Yukon communities. The Committee was struck at the first board meeting following the municipal election. The committee shall consist of no more than 4 members, with the E.D.sitting in an advisory capacity. A Chair of the Committee will be selected from among the members.

Training & AYCoffers training to communities that empower their elected officials and staff to do Resources their jobs well. AYCalso supports training around the provision of local municipal

1 (E) services, and serves as an information center for members to access resources that help them address their needs and issues.

The Committee was struck at the first board meeting following the municipal election. The committee shall consist of no more than 4 members, with the E.D.sitting in an advisory capacity. A Chair of the Committee will be selected from among the members.

Identity & AYCis known as the main umbrella agency working on behalf of Yukon communities, Engagement with a strong identity and image. Members think of AYCas the “go-to” agency for (E) addressing municipal issues, and feel engaged and empowered through their participation.

Financial AYCis a financially sustainable organization, with adequate resources to meet its Stability operational needs, and to provide the services and resources desired by members. (E) The Committee was struck at the first board meeting following the municipal election. The committee shall consist of no more than 4 members, with the E.D.sitting in an advisory capacity. A Chair of the Committee will be selected from among the members.

AGM The AGMSponsorship committee will review the delegate fees and sponsorship Sponsorship opportunities for the coming year. (E,S) The above Committees will respond to issues that arise that fall within the mandate of AYC,and implement the objectives in the Strategic Plan. They also make recommendations to the AYCExecutive and Board of Directors. External Committees

Gas Tax The Oversight Committee established by Canada and Yukon will monitor the overall Oversight implementation of the Administrative Agreement. It will serve as the principal forum arising (S) to address and resolve issues from the implementation of the Administrative Agreement. No vacancy.

Solid Waste A working group anticipated to be formed in the fall. Advisory

2 cus The mandate of the CUS isto provide funding for training to localgovernment bodies eflned as munidp& and Rrst Nation employees and elected officialsand, Local

E=elected S=staff

Committee appointments are finalized after the September Board Meeting.

Those interested, including those who are currently on a committee, should respond to [email protected] with a short paragraph stating their interest by September 5th 2017. The appointments will be finalized at the September 23rd board meeting.

3 ______a AYCBoard of Directors Appointments .

Some municipalities re-assign committee appointments annually, in October (coincides with election). Please consider the following information regarding AYCBoard of Directors positions.

TheAssociation is governed through a Board Alleight municipalities in of Directors made up of an Executiveof a Yukon the are members of President, Past President (or VPat Large), First Association. Four Local VicePresident, Second VicePresident and AdvisoryCouncilsin Yukonare Directors* from all member municipalities. associate members.

AYCholds a membership and voting rights (through the Directors are appointed by the member President) with FCMwhere it municipalities. Representatives of Local has the ability to take local AdvisoryCouncilsare appointed by the issues to a national level. associate member councils.

Thepurpose of the Association (AYC)is to accomplish the following: •Further the establishment of responsible government at the community level. •Provide a united approach to community ambitions and objectives. •Advance the ambitions and objectives of its member communities by developing a shared visionof the future. •Represent members in matters affecting them or the welfare of their communities. •Provide programs and services of common interest to the members •Provide a voice to and liaise with the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM),the national body.

Directors are theThia.wif between their municipality and will the Association; the majority be asked to provide responses of discussion concerning on behalf of their councils to a members willbe through the variety of requests, in a timely Directors. manner, often by email.

August 2017 a The Board of Directors meets four times annually in various communities, therefore travel is required. Board meetings are usually held on a Saturday (and an Administrator’s Form is held on Friday from 1-5).

Article3—Boardof Directors 3.1 There shall be a Board of Directors composed of elected officers of the AYCand one director appointed by each member town or village, two directors from each city, and one director for the LAC’s. 3.1.1 At the time of appointment of directors, an alternate shall be appointed who will attend the Board or other meeting of the Association when the appointed representative from a community is unable to attend those meetings. The alternate shall have the same rights and privileges of the appointed member. 3.1.2 When the appointed representative or alternate are unable to attend a meeting of the Association, the member municipality may appoint another alternate. The appointment of an alternate must be in writing by the CAOor Mayor and applied only to that board meeting or a specified dated period. The alternate shall have the same rights and privileges of the appointed member.

When councils appoint their representatives, please ensure that the individual has the time and enthusiasm to take on this role, and that he/she will be responsibly engaged with AYC.

Regards

Bev Buckway Executive Director

August 2017 AYCCommittee List 2016-2017 as of July31, 2017

fstrategic Plan Committees Advocacy & Partnerships Financial Stability Lee Bodie [email protected] Diana Rogerson [email protected] Samson Hartland [email protected] Michael Riseborough [email protected] Jack Bowers [email protected]

Training & Resources Identity & Engagement Diana Rogerson [email protected] Gord Curran [email protected] Justin Brown [email protected] Perry Savoie [email protected] Clara Jules [email protected]

Internal External Resolutions Yukon Municipal Board Michael Riseborough [email protected] Stinson, Eric (AYC) [email protected] Gord Curran gcurran7Ogmail.com Mike Crawshay TBC Betty Irwin [email protected] Alternate Member (Cabinet appointments)

Nominations Gas Tax Oversight Wayne Potoroka [email protected] Bev Buckway [email protected] Ian Dunlop [email protected]

Constitution and Bylaws Gas Tax Review Lee Bodie [email protected] Bev Buckway [email protected] Wayne Potoroka potoroka @northwestel net Cathy Clarke cao-vhj @yknet.ca

AGM Sponsorship Solid Waste Advisory Group Lee Bodie [email protected] Wayne Potoroka [email protected] Jack Bowers jackboweres @theedge.ca Samson Hartland [email protected]

CMGWorking Group Murdered and Missing Aboriginal Women Regional Cory Bellmore [email protected] Roundtable Shelley Hassard [email protected] Diana Rogerson-Advisory Committee Valerie Braga [email protected] Bev Buckway-Working Group

1 AYCCommittee List 2016-2017 as of July31, 2017

CUS

Jo-Anne Smith — Chair Io-anne@northwesteLnet LisaSnyder — Vice-Chair [email protected] Shelley Hassard — Secretary/Treasurer [email protected] Doris Hansen — Director [email protected] ioann Aird — Director joann airdyahoo.ca KylaMacArthur -- Director kyla.maca [email protected] Diana Rogerson — Alternate Director rogerson.dia [email protected]

2 Cathy Clarke

From: [email protected] Sent: Monday, August 14, 2017 10:45 AM To: [email protected] Cc: [email protected] Subject: RE:Geo-tourism Asset Assessment Trip

Thanks Michael. HiCathy

I am in the process of planning a Kluane Region trip to take him out to get a sense of the place. The timing is now looking like this:

DRAFTAGENDA

Monday, CAFN Long Ago People’s Place September 18 Contact: Champagne Aishihik First Nation Haines Junction Contact: Village of Haines Junction

Shakat Tun Adventures (possible over night) Tuesday Burwash Landing Community Tour (confirmed) September 19 Meeting with members (as many as available) of Contact: Cohn Asselstine KCDCBoard and Kluane First Nation C&C(confirmed)

Wednesday Beaver Creek White River First Nation September 20 White River First Nation Development Corp

Thursday September 21 Industry Associations

Department of Economic Development Wrap Up Mtg

From: Michael Riseborough [mailto:[email protected] Sent: Monday, August 14, 2017 10:39 AM To: Vanessa.lnnes Cc: Cathy Clarke Subject: Re: Geo-tourism Asset Assessment Trip

HiVanessa,

1 Thanks for this information.

Ishall be away most of that week. Bycopy, Iwill ask Cathy to canvas Council on Wednesday night. I would expect they would be interested in a presentation.

Best,

Michael

Sent from my BlackBerry 10 smartphone on the Bell network. From: [email protected] Sent: Friday, August 11, 2017 11:24 AM To: mayor-vhi©yknet.ca Subject: Geo-tourism Asset Assessment Trip

Hi Michael

You’llrecall (way back) I mentioned work on a geo-tourism initiative. Ifirst heard about the concept of geo-tourism in a case study project presented at the 2016 TIAconference and started researching a little more.

Previously a travel writer and editor with National Geographic, Jonathan Tourtellot is the originator of the geo-tourism concept defined as “tourism that sustains or enhances the geographical character of a place — its environment, culture, aesthetics, heritage, and wellbeing of its residents”.

Economic Development will host Jonathan in Whitehorse the week of Monday, September 18, to talk about and explore ideas on collective planning and action in geo-tourism and its potential applicability in Yukon. Essentially, this will be an on-site familiarization and preliminary geo-tourism asset assessment, including introductory meetings, touring and photographic documentation, to explore strategies and approaches that stakeholders can collectively deploy in support of tourism market expansion.

As time is somewhat limited, most of the 4-day familiarization tour will be in the Kluane region and Whitehorse to meet a sampling of stakeholders. The Yukon First Nation Culture and Tourism Association and the Wilderness Association are interested in learning more about the concept and its applicability in Yukon, so will be arranging presentations with them and others.

Jonathan Tourtellot (http://www.nationalReographic.com/explorers/bios/ionathan-tourtellot)

I am going to put together an agenda as it will be an action packed tour. A key goal of this trip is to “size-up” whether there is sufficient readiness and interest in the concept.

How would you and the Village of Haines Junction like to be involved? Should we do a community presentation? Or just have chats with you?

Cheers

Vanessa

Vanessa Innes, Senior Business Development Advisor Business and Industry Development Branch Department of Economic Development

2 Government of Yukon Tel: 867-667 5110

3 Cathy Clarke

From: Administrative Assistant Sent: Friday, August 18, 2017 8:39 AM To: Cathy Clarke

Subject: FW: CanNor Program Renewal — September 7, 2017/! Renouvellement du programme CanNor— le 7 septembre 2017 Attachments: Yukon Communities Roundtable Agenda Sept 7.DOCX

From: Janet King [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: August-17-17 9:16 PM Cc: [email protected]; Mathieu Parker ; Sierra Van der Meer Subject: CanNor Program Renewal —September 7, 2017/! Renouvellement du programme CanNor— le 7 septembre 2017

(Le Irancais suit)

Subject: CanNor Program Renewal — September 7, 2017

We have recently begun discussions to inform the renewal of the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency’s (CanNot) primary economic development program, the Strategic Investments in Northern Economic Development (SINED).

This program has made significant investments across the three territories to contribute to building strong and diverse Northern economies, and has helped Northerners take advantage of economic opportunities. We are now looking at how the program might be reimagined to better support economic development in the North.

As we move forward with our discussions on the renewal of SINED, CanNor is pleased to invite you to a teleconference that willtake place on September 7th from 10:00 to 12:00 pm pacific time. You willfind attached the agenda and administrative details for the call.

Please confirm your attendance or the name of your representative by August 25th at Program Renewal-RenouvellementProgramme @cannor.gc.ca.

Ifyou wish to provide input bilaterally please contact Sierra van der Meer, Regional Director at [email protected], as soon as possible.

I look forward to hearing your views on this important program for the territories, and to continue efforts among economic development partners to achieve a dynamic economy in the North.

Janet King

1 President x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x-x

Objet: Renouvellement du programme CanNor — le 7 septembre 2017

Nous avons récemment entamé des discussions pour informer le renouvellement du programme de développement economique principal de l’Agence canadienne de développement economique du Nord (CanNor), le programme Investissements strategiques dans le développement economique du Nord.

Ce programme a tait des investissements considérables dans les trois territoires pour contribuer a l’établissement d’économies nordiques fortes et diversifiées. IIa aussi aide les residents du Nord a profiter des opportunités economiques. Nous sommes en train de revoir le programme pour mieux soutenir le développement économique dans le Nord.

Dans le cadre des discussions sur le renouvellement du programme ISDEN, les responsables de Can Nor vous invitent a une téléconférence qui aura lieu le 7 septembre de 10 h a 12 h, heure du Pacifique. Vous trouverez cl-joint I’ordre du jour et les details administratils de Ia téléconférence.

Veuillez confirmer votre participation ou indiquer le nom de votre représentant d’ici le 25 aoüt a Program Renewal-RenouvellementProgramme @cannor.gc.ca.

Si vous souhaitez presenter des commentaires de façon bilatérale, veuillez communiquer des que possible avec Sierra van der Meer, directrice regionale [email protected].

J’ai hate d’entendre vos points de vue sur ce programme important pour les territoires et de poursuivre les efforts des partenaires du développement economique pour doter le Nord d’une économie toujours plus dynamique.

Janet King Présidente

Dr. Janet King

President Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency / Government of Canada [email protected] / Tel: 613-947-0221

Présidente Agence canadienne de développement économique du Nord / Gouvernement du Canada [email protected] / Tél. : 613-947-0221

2 Environment and Environnement et IôI Climate Change Canada Changement climatique Canada

BACKGROUND:PROPOSED FEDERAL CARBON POLLUTION PRICING SYSTEM

Proposed federal Carbon Pollution Pricing ‘Backstop’ System The Government of Canada has committed to developing a federal carbon pollution pricing ‘backstop’ system that will apply in provinces and territories that do not have their own carbon pricing systems in place in 2018 that meet the federal benchmark criteria.

The federal system is still under development; the proposed design has two components:

1) a carbon levy on fossil fuels

2) a separate performance-based system for industries with high levels of greenhouse gas emissions and that trade their products on global markets (e.g., mining, cement, oil and gas, chemicals, etc.).

1. Proposed carbon levy on fossil fuels

The carbon levy on fossil fuels (e.g., gasoline, diesel, propane, natural gas, etc.) would be paid by the producer or distributor of the fuel. Final users of the fuel (at the pump) would not pay the levy directly (i.e., they would be buying fuel on which the levy has already been paid). However, the producer or distributor would presumably embed the cost in the retail price of the fuel paid by the consumer.

The carbon price will start at $10/tonne of carbon dioxide equivalent in 2018, rising by $10/tonne annually to $50/tonne in 2022. Rates based on “carbon dioxide equivalent” mean that the higher the carbon content of the fuel, the higher carbon levy rate. Final users of the fuel (at the pump) would not pay the levy directly; however, the carbon levy would likelybe embedded by fuel producers and distributors in the price of fuels.

Backstop LevyExample: A$10/tonne carbon price is approximately 2.37L of gasoline, 2.7d/Lof diesel, and 1.5d/Lof propane, because propane has less carbon dioxide per litre than gasoline, and gasoline has less than diesel.

The fuel producer or distributor pays the levyto the Government of Canada and may then embed this cost in the fuel price paid by the consumer, for example, by raising the price at the pump. So, a consumer at the pump could potentially see a slight increase in fuel prices (e.g., a car that takes about 50 litres of gasoline to fill, may see a $1 increase in the cost to fillup; higher for vehicles with larger fuel tanks).

This is an illustrative scenario, as the specific cost impacts willdepend on the extent to which the cost of the carbon levy is embedded in the final fuel price, and on how revenues are used.

1 Environmentand Environnement et I1 Climate Change Canada Changement climatique Canada

BACKGROUND:PRICING CARBON POLLUTION

What does it mean to put a price on carbon pollution?

Carbon pricing puts a cost on pollution from carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gas emissions. As polluting becomes more expensive, people, businesses and industries are motivated to pollute less. Pricing carbon pollution is widely recognized as a low-cost way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and encourage innovation.

How does pricing work?

Pricing carbon pollution is done by putting a price or cost on every tonne of greenhouse gas emissions (e.g. $10 per tonne). There are two main ways to put a price on carbon pollution — through a cap and trade system (such as in Ontario and Quebec) or a direct pricing system (such as in British Columbia and Alberta).

Cap and trade

In a cap and trade system, the government sets an annual limit or ‘cap’ on how many tonnes of GHGsregulated firms across the economy can emit in total. This cap is dropped each year, reducing the amount regulated firms are allowed to pollute in aggregate.

The government issues ‘allowances’ equal to the cap for each year. For example, if GHG emissions in a jurisdiction were capped at 1,000 tonnes of GHGsin 2018, 1,000 allowances would be issued. Governments typically sell allowances to regulated companies through an auction or may give some away for free to regulated firms to help reduce impacts on competitiveness.1

At the end of each compliance period, regulated firms must give the government an allowance or other eligible unit (e.g., an offset credit) for every tonne of GHGsthey emitted in that period. For example, if an industrial facility emits 10 tonnes of carbon pollution, they would need to submit 10 allowances.

Firms can choose to either reduce their own emissions (e.g., by investing in clean technologies to become more efficient), purchase allowances or purchase carbon

‘Governments may give out some allowances free of charge to limit adverse economic impacts, particularly for industries with high levels of international trade and GHGemissions, with competitors in other jurisdictions that do not face comparable costs.

1 Environment and Environnement et I*1 Climate Change Canada Changement climatique Canada

BACKGROUND:THE PAN-CANADIAN FRAMEWORK ON CLEAN GROWTH AND CLIMATE CHANGE

Pan-Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change In December 2016, the federal government, along with provinces and territories, and working with Indigenous partners, adopted the Pan-Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change. This is a comprehensive plan to reduce emissions across all sectors of the economy, stimulate clean economic growth, and build resilience to the impacts of climate change. The actions outlined in the Pan-Canadian Framework, supported by federal investments in clean growth initiatives announced in Budget 2017, will enable Canada to meet or even exceed its target to reduce emissions to 30% below 2005 levels by 2030.

The Framework has four pillars:

• Pricing carbon pollution • Complementary mitigation actions to reduce emissions across all sectors • Adaptation and climate resilience • Clean technology, innovation and jobs

The Yukon government signed on to the Pan-Canadian Framework and designed a Yukon- specific annex that includes agreements to work collaboratively with the Government of Canada on a range of initiatives related to renewable energy, climate change adaptation and green technology.

The Pan-Canadian Approach to Carbon Pollution Pricing A central component of the Pan-Canadian Framework is the commitment to pricing carbon pollution across the country in 2018. Pricing carbon pollution is widely recognized as a low-cost way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and encourage innovation. Bymaking pollution more expensive it creates an incentive for businesses, households and individuals to reduce their energy use, choose alternative fuels and to invest in more fuel-efficient machinery and vehicles or cleaner industrial processes.

More than 80% of Canadians currently live in a jurisdiction with carbon pollution pricing — British Columbia, Alberta, Ontario and Quebec already have carbon pollution pricing in place.

1 ?iikou Government Gouvernement

BACKGROUND:Carbon Pricing Rebate in Yukon

Government commitment

• The federal government has committed to returning all revenues received through a federal carbon price to the jurisdiction of origin. • The Government of Yukon has committed to returning all revenues it receives back to Yukoners and businesses through a rebate mechanism.

Considerations for rebate design

• The Government of Yukon is committed to exploring options to ensure that vulnerable groups are not disproportionately affected. • The Government of Yukon is asking Yukoners whether a rebate should compensate all Yukoners and businesses equally or whether a refund should differ depending on impact or other criteria.

Public engagement

• The Government of Yukon is seeking early input from Yukoners and businesses about how they would like to see revenues rebated in order to feedback to informthe final rebate mechanism. • A government survey is available for input between August 16th and September 13th • The Governmentof Yukonisalso seekinginput from FirstNationand municipalgovernments, as well as from the business community.

Next steps

• Following the public survey period and subsequent analysis, the government will release a public “What we heard” on the Department of Finance website. • In 2018, the federal government will introduce a federal carbon price in jurisdictions that have not implemented their own carbon price mechanism. • The Government of Yukon will continue work on the design of a carbon pricing rebate and expects to implement the program in 2018.

1 In 2018, the Government of Canada will introduce a price on carbon in all provinces and territories that do not put in place their own carbon pricing system. The federal carbon pricing system will apply in Yukon.

Yukon supports a nation-wide price on carbon because it is one of the most cost-effective ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. The Yukon government believes that any price on carbon must encourage conservation and drive innovation towards a low carbon future. The Yukon government also wants to ensure that households are not burdened and that businesses remain competitive.

The Yukon government expects the carbon price to be 2.33 cents per litre for gasoline in 2018. This will rise to approximately 11.63 cents per litre in 2022.

The Yukon government expects that the federal government will collect about $5 million in carbon pricing revenue in 2018, rising to $25 million in 2022 when the carbon price is in full effect. The Government of Yukon has committed to returning this money to Yukoners and Yukon businesses, but has not yet determined how. Your input from this survey will help us determine how best to return money to Yukoners as a rebate.

This survey will take approximately five minutes to complete, and will be open from August 16th until September 13th. Your individual responses to the survey will be kept confidential, and will be combined with others for reporting purposes. i(ikou Government

Qi. Are you a Yukon resident?

C Yes C No *Q2. Do you own or operate a business in the Yukon?

C Yes

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The Government of Yukon has committed to returning carbon price revenues to Yukon residents and businesses. *Q3 In your opinion, how important is it that Yukoners belonging to the following groups receive a higher rebate than others:

Not at all Not very Somewhat important important Neutral important Very important Don t Know

Seniors r r c r

Low income Yukoners r r r

Yukoners with Children C C C C C

Rural Yukoners C C C r

Q4. In your opinion, should any other group(s) receive a higher rebate? If yes, please specify:

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*Q5 In your opinion, how important is it that businesses in the following groups receive a higher rebate than others:

Not at all Not very - Somewhat I -4 important important Neutral important Very important Don t Know Energy-intensive C c C C businesses Businesses without C C C electrical grid access

Q6. In your opinion, should any other businesses receive a higher rebate? If yes, please specify: H

Li *Q7 How would you prefer to receive the carbon price rebate? Select one:

Payments should be given directly to individuals and businesses through a cheque or direct deposit C Individuals and businesses should receive a tax credit

Income tax rates should be reduced

Q8. Is there anything else the Yukon government should consider when deciding how to return carbon price revenues to Yukon residents

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*Q9 What community do you live in?

Beaver Creek

Burwash Landing

Carcross

Carmacks

Dawson City

Destruction Bay

Faro

C Haines Junction

C Ibex Valley C Marsh Lake

C Mayo

C Mount Lorne C Old Crow C’. Pelly Crossing

Ross River

Tagish

C-. Teslin

C- Watson Lake Whitehorse

C- Other:

*Q1o. What is your age group?

C- Under 18 years old

C- 18-24 years old

C- 25-34 years old C 35-44 years old

C- 45-54 years old

C- 55-64 years old

C- 65 or over

*Q11. Do you identify as:

C- Male

Female

C- Other

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From: Laura Sent: August-16-17 3:27 PM To: AYCOffice Manager Cc: AYCED’ Subject: Climate Leadership Institute

To all elected officials and CAO’s Climate Leadership Institute

Deepening Climate Leadership Lessons from the front lines

With local governments influencing over 55% of greenhouse gas emissions, locally elected officials need the hard skills and knowledge to lead their community into the green future they desire. The BCMunicipal Climate Leadership Council is hosting the Climate Leadership Institute from November 1-3, 2017, which features 2.5 days of intensive learning with leading professionals, peers, and inspirational colleagues from the BCMCLC.The ideal time to lead on climate action is now with the federal government’s support through the Pan Canadian Framework on Clean Growth & Climate Change and future infrastructure money for municipalities.

Key focus areas of the training institute include:

• Communication: Learn ways to effectively communicate the importance of acting on climate change and build support with your internal and external stakeholders.

• Planning: Discover best practices and policies to ensure a climate action lens is embedded in every decision your community makes over the long term.

• Knowledge sharing: Hear about successful solutions and innovative ideas in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and energy use in other communities and learn how to adapt them to your own community.

This 2.5 day event for local government elected officials will take place at the Hilton Vancouver Airport in Richmond, BC. Early bird registration is $245 per person (valid until October 1).

To learn more about the program and featured guest speakers, visit the BCMCLCwebsite. To register for this event, click here.

Accommodation is not included with the registration fee. To reserve a room at the Hilton Vancouver Airport, contact reservations at 604-233-3990 and quote CEA11.

Kind Regards, Susan

Susan Chalmers, CEAAdministrator, Community Energy Association www.communityenergy.bc.ca [email protected] T: 778-871-2711

1 Administrative Assistant

Summer 2017 has been busy for YESABon all fronts. Inthis edition of “The Voice” — YESAB’sNewsletter we update you on the status of two Executive Committee Screenings, introduce our three new Board members and talk about the ATAC access road. Kickyour feet up and enjoy.

The Voice: Summer Edition 2017

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Enjoy the sun,

Rob Yeomans Communications and Information Manager, Head Office Yukon Environmental and Socio-economic Assessment Board Suite 200-309 Strickland Street Whitehorse, Yukon P: (867) 668-6420 F: (867) 668-6425

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