Ten Trustees Elected for Yukon’s School Boards in Urgent Vote

UPDATE: In a critical election, ten trustees have just been elected to Yukon’s school boards, confirmed by Elections Yukon on October 16, 2023. A total of 366 voters participated in the elections held on October 15, with choices made at 11 polling places across the territory, along with an online voting option.

The newly elected trustees will serve a vital three-year term, impacting the educational landscape for students in Yukon. The elections featured two boards: the First Nation School Board, which oversees 11 schools, and the Commission scolaire francophone du Yukon, responsible for two schools in Whitehorse and programs in Dawson City.

From the First Nation School Board, five trustees were elected:
– Mats’äsä̀na Mą Primozic
– Dana Tizya-Tramm
– Melanie Bennett
– Josie O’Brien
– Dustin McKenzie-Hubbard

Meanwhile, the Commission scolaire francophone du Yukon elected:
– Jessica Masson Guerette
– Jean-Sébastien Blais
– Amélie Morin
– Véronique Maggiore
– Myriam Bougie

The election results highlight a significant moment for Yukon’s education system, as these trustees will shape the future of schooling in the region. The participation of 366 voters reflects a commitment to education among Yukoners, and the trustees are expected to address pressing issues within the school systems.

What happens next? The newly elected trustees will convene shortly to discuss their priorities and strategies for the upcoming term. As they step into their roles, the community will be watching closely to see how these leaders will influence educational policies and programs in the territory.

Stay tuned for more urgent updates as the new trustees take charge of Yukon’s educational future!