What is the SCAN unit
The Safe Communities And Neighborhoods (SCAN) unit is a law enforcement agency within the Department of Justice. SCAN investigators are designated as peace officers when they carry out their duties.
What is the difference between SCAN and the RCMP
Under criminal legislation, the police can arrest a specific individual. Yet the illegal activities taking place at the property can continue.
Under SCAN legislation, the property used for the activity is shut down. To find out more, read the Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Act.
Does SCAN apply on First Nations land
- SCAN is a Yukon law of general application and does apply on First Nations Settlement Land.
- It may not apply to "land set aside" for the use and benefit of First Nations.
When can you contact the SCAN unit
You can contact the SCAN unit when you suspect the following illegal activities:
- illegal firearms trafficking;
- organized crime;
- child sexual exploitation;
- bootlegging;
- illegal activities related to prostitution; or
- drug trafficking; illegal distribution of cannabis.
How you can contact the SCAN unit
Phone: 867-456-SCAN (7226) or toll free in the Yukon 1-866-530-SCAN (7226).
How SCAN works
When community members report a suspicious property, SCAN investigators can:
- open an investigation;
- gather information;
- issue a verbal or formal written warning;
- work with the landlord to facilitate an eviction or resolution;
- take any measures necessary to safely and effectively close the property; and
- apply to the Supreme Court for a Community Safety Order.
A Community Safety Order may:
- call for owners to meet a number of conditions; or
- allow the property to be closed for up to 90 days.
SCAN operates under the Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods (SCAN) Act to target properties, and not people.
What will happen to tenants not involved in illegal activities
In most circumstances, they will be allowed to remain on the property.
