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Yukon Conservation Officer Services Yukon’s Conservation Officers (COs) help protect our wildlife and environment. https://yukon.ca/en/social-media-commenting-policy

Yukon’s Conservation Officers protect our territory’s wildlife and environment by offering educational programs to the general public, responding to human/wildlife conflict situations, and enforcing laws and regulations. Fourteen COs perform field duties across the Yukon with support from a dedicated team of administrative, supervisory, and technical staff. Our headquarters is based in Whitehorse in the main Environment Yukon administrative building at 10 Burns Road. It houses managerial staff, COs, First Nations Liaison Officers, and personnel related to hunter and trapper education, trap line management, environmental education, and youth programs. This page is a place for those who share the values of the CO Services Branch to connect, get insight into the everyday work the Branch does, and receive information about news and events.

*This page is not appropriate for reporting wildlife conflicts or concerns, poachers or polluters. To do so, please call the Turn in Poachers and Polluters line at 1-800-661-0525. Operators are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

**This page is subject to the Government of Yukon public social media commenting policy: https://yukon.ca/en/social-media-commenting-policy

Attention moose hunters: an immediate closure of moose hunting is in effect in Game Management Subzones 4-44, 4-45 and 4...
10/13/2026

Attention moose hunters: an immediate closure of moose hunting is in effect in Game Management Subzones 4-44, 4-45 and 4-46 in the Faro area. The threshold of 15 moose was reached on October 13, 2026.

The Faro area threshold hunt for moose is used to ease hunting pressure by licensed hunters. If you were planning to hunt moose in the Faro area, make new plans.

For more information visit yukon.ca/threshold-hunts -moose-threshold-hunt

📢 Attention trappers: the 2026-2027 Yukon Trapping Regulations Summary is now available online. Make sure to brush up on...
10/09/2026

📢 Attention trappers: the 2026-2027 Yukon Trapping Regulations Summary is now available online. Make sure to brush up on the regulations before heading out to your traplines.

Read the online booklet here: yukon.ca/en/yukon-trapping-regulations-summary

Thinking about getting your hunting licence? There are still spots left in our upcoming Hunting Education and Ethics Dev...
10/07/2026

Thinking about getting your hunting licence? There are still spots left in our upcoming Hunting Education and Ethics Development (HEED) course on Wednesday, October 14.

All hunters born after April 1, 1987 must complete this course to get a hunting licence.

📅 Wednesday, October 14 from 6 to 9:30 pm
Register and learn more: eventbrite.ca/e/hunter-education-course-tickets-2001634611004

Participants must complete the online portion of the course before registering for the classroom session. Learn more: yukon.ca/en/hunter-education

Complete this course to get a hunting licence. Learn responsible hunting practices, Yukon hunting laws, fi***rm safety and how to identify wildlife through hunter education and ethics development. Yukon hunter education course. HEED.

Still planning to get your hunting licence this fall? Reminder: the application process for Yukon resident hunting licen...
09/25/2026

Still planning to get your hunting licence this fall? Reminder: the application process for Yukon resident hunting licences has changed.

• If you are applying for a resident licence for the first time, or if you didn’t hold a licence last year, you will need to come prepared with proof of Yukon residency.

• Before you visit a Department of Environment office, review the list of requirements and accepted ID at: https://yukon.ca/en/outdoor-recreation-and-wildlife/hunting-and-trapping/find-out-required-documents-get-hunting-licence

• All applications will be reviewed and processed within 10 business days depending on application complexity and volumes during periods of high demand. While most applications are averaging 2-3 days in processing time, please plan ahead and come well before any intended hunting activities.

Thank you for your understanding and support as we work to protect Yukon resident hunting opportunities.

Learn what licence you need to hunt in the Yukon: license requirements, fees, and responsibilities. Hunting permit.

On Saturday, September 19, conservation officers responded to a report from the Marsh Lake area. After arriving on scene...
09/23/2026

On Saturday, September 19, conservation officers responded to a report from the Marsh Lake area. After arriving on scene, an injured grizzly bear was located and humanely killed.

Yukon Conservation Officer Services is investigating this occurrence. At this time, no further details will be shared.

If you have any related information, please call the 24-hour TIPP line at 1-800-661-0525 or submit an online report at Yukon.ca/TIPP. Callers do not have to identify themselves.

Thinking about getting your hunting licence? Make sure you’re ready by taking a Hunter Education and Ethics Development ...
09/22/2026

Thinking about getting your hunting licence? Make sure you’re ready by taking a Hunter Education and Ethics Development (HEED) course.

While all hunters born after April 1, 1987 must complete this course to get a hunting licence, it’s also a great refresher for those who already have a hunting licence . Learn about:

• ethical hunting practices;
• fi***rm safety;
• hunting regulations; and
• wildlife identification.

We have four courses planned for October and November: two for women and two in French.

Women’s Hunter Education and Ethics Development

📅 Tuesday, October 6 from 6:00 to 9:30 pm
Register and learn more: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/womens-hunter-education-and-ethics-development-tickets-1999408973061

📅 Tuesday, November 17 from 6:00 to 9:30 pm
Register and learn more: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/womens-hunter-education-and-ethics-development-tickets-1999409365234

Hunter Education and Ethics Development (en français)

📅 Tuesday, October 13 from 6:00 to 9:30 pm
Register and learn more: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/cours-pratique-et-ethique-de-la-chasse-tickets-1999410506648

📅 Tuesday, November 24 from 6:00 to 9:30 pm
Register and learn more: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/cours-pratique-et-ethique-de-la-chasse-tickets-1999410621993

Participants must complete the online portion of the course before registering for the classroom session. Learn more: https://yukon.ca/en/hunter-education

Attention moose hunters in the Mayo area: an immediate closure of moose hunting is in effect in Game Management Subzones...
09/16/2026

Attention moose hunters in the Mayo area: an immediate closure of moose hunting is in effect in Game Management Subzones 2–56, 2–58, 2–59, 2–62, 2–63, 4–04, 4-05 and 4–06. The threshold of 11 moose was reached on September 16, 2026.

The Mayo moose threshold hunt is used to ease hunting pressure by licensed hunters. If you were planning to hunt moose in the Mayo area, please make new plans.

If you have not yet reported your moose harvest from these subzones, you must report your harvest within 72 hours.

For more information visit yukon.ca/en/hunting-regulations -moose-threshold-hunt

The Hunter Education and Ethics Development (HEED) course is required to obtain a hunting license if you were born after...
09/09/2026

The Hunter Education and Ethics Development (HEED) course is required to obtain a hunting license if you were born after April 1, 1987. There are five opportunities upcoming to take the course. Take one of the in-person sessions coming up in Whitehorse. They include one general HEED, two for women and two in French.

Participants must complete the online portion of the course before registering for the classroom session. Learn more: https://yukon.ca/en/hunter-education


General Hunter Education and Ethics Development

📅 Wednesday, September 16 from 6:00 to 9:30 pm
Register and learn more: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/hunter-education-course-tickets-1999407142586

Women’s Hunter Education and Ethics Development

📅 Tuesday, October 6 from 6:00 to 9:30 pm
Register and learn more: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/womens-hunter-education-and-ethics-development-tickets-1999408973061

📅 Tuesday, November 17 from 6:00 to 9:30 pm
Register and learn more: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/womens-hunter-education-and-ethics-development-tickets-1999409365234



Hunter Education and Ethics Development (en français)

📅 Tuesday, October 13 from 6:00 to 9:30 pm
Register and learn more: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/cours-pratique-et-ethique-de-la-chasse-tickets-1999410506648

📅 Tuesday, November 24 from 6:00 to 9:30 pm
Register and learn more: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/cours-pratique-et-ethique-de-la-chasse-tickets-1999410621993

The fall bison season is open September 1 until October 31. Hunt wisely and respectfully by making sure you’re up to dat...
09/04/2026

The fall bison season is open September 1 until October 31. Hunt wisely and respectfully by making sure you’re up to date on regulations, best harvest practices and ensuring respectful land use.

Bison are found in a smaller area during the fall hunting season. Expect to encounter other hunters and land users.

Be safe and make sure to:

- Give others plenty of space. Wear bright clothing so you’re recognized from a distance.

- Be respectful of the land you're on and considerate of how your activities affect wildlife and people.

- Be bear aware and mindful that gut piles can attract bears and other wildlife. Bears can act defensively when feeding.

A safe and successful hunt starts with good planning. Visit Yukon.ca/bison-hunt to learn more and be prepared.

Your favourite hiking, cycling or berry picking spot might also be a bear’s favourite snacking spot. This time of year, ...
09/03/2026

Your favourite hiking, cycling or berry picking spot might also be a bear’s favourite snacking spot. This time of year, take extra care near berry patches and bushes.

If you’re planning to head out:
✅ carry bear spray where you can access it in seconds and know how to use it;
✅ choose spots with good visibility where possible and avoid places where you know there is a bear in area;
✅ stay alert, travel slowly and don’t wear earbuds;
✅ make plenty of noise so bears know you’re there.

Learn more about staying safe in bear country: Yukon.ca/bears

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10 Burns Road
Whitehorse, YT
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