Government of Yukon advances new recreation centre in Dawson

We are pleased to affirm our commitment to a new recreation centre in Dawson. We have long heard from the Yukoners in Dawson about the need for a new facility and I know that it will play a vital role in the health and well-being of Yukoners. We look forward to working closely with the Tr'ondëk Hwëchin First Nation and the City of Dawson to plan, design and build this new facility that will be an important gathering place in the community for many years to come.

It is great to see progress made on a new recreation centre for Dawson. Recreational facilities play a critical role in building stronger, more inclusive communities while providing an outlet for youth to develop new skills and have positive experiences. I look forward to continuing to work with the City of Dawson and the Tr'ondëk Hwëchin First Nation to build this facility that will serve Yukoners in Dawson for years to come.

Year-round recreational facilities are essential to healthy living in the North. The City of Dawson welcomes the increased funding commitment from the Yukon Government and will continue to work with our partners at the Territorial and First Nation level in the planning of a complex that can meet and adapt to the needs of our growing community.

For over a decade, the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in have advocated for a new recreation centre. We’re pleased the Yukon government has made another promise for committed funding, and we look forward to working with Yukon and the municipality to see this project through. The recreation centre we have now is not in the safest condition, and there are limitations to its use. Our community is growing and is deserving of year-round facilities. Having positive activity in the community is important for our people today and in the future.