Government of Yukon

10/27/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 10/27/2026 13:22

Government of Yukon and Public Service Alliance of Canada–Yukon Employees’ Union reach tentative agreement

The Government of Yukon and the Public Service Alliance of Canada-Yukon Employees' Union have reached a tentative agreement for employees covered by their collective agreement.

Both parties will now bring the agreement through their ratification processes before it takes effect. Until ratification is complete, the terms and conditions of the Public Service Alliance of Canada-Yukon Employees' Union collective agreement that expired on December 31, 2024, remain in effect.

Details about the agreement remain confidential until ratification is complete.

This tentative agreement reflects the sustained work of both parties at the bargaining table. Thank you to the negotiating teams for their efforts and to employees for their continued service throughout the process. The proposed agreement supports continuity in the public service while recognizing the importance of responsible use of public resources.

Minister responsible for the Public Service Commission Jen Gehmair

Quick facts

  • This round of collective bargaining began in October 2024.

  • The previous collective agreement expired on December 31, 2024.

  • The parties entered the conciliation process after the Yukon Public Service Labour Relations Board declared that a deadlock existed.

  • The Public Service Alliance of Canada-Yukon Employees' Union is the bargaining agent for unionized Government of Yukon employees.

Media contact

Tim Kucharuk
Press secretary, Cabinet Communications
867-335-2419
[email protected]

Sonya Parsons
Communications, Public Service Commission
867-333-9638
[email protected]

News release #:
26-310
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