Welcome to the Yukon Substance Abuse Action Plan Web Site     What's New Proposed Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Legislation Crystal Meth Education Series (PDF, 65 KB) Yukon Addictions Survey (PDF, 81 KB) Drug and alcohol abuse is a serious problem in the Yukon. Here are some factors to consider: RCMP report an increase in drug trafficking in the territory, specifically crack cocaine. Yukon Crime Statistics indicate that in 2003, 55% of all assaults, including sexual, had alcohol involved. The Yukon has a high risk population of heavy drinkers who consume alcohol and drugs at much higher rates than similar high risk users in the rest of Canada. FASD is a serious problem and is often associated with the criminal behaviour, victimization, family violence and related social problems. Tackling drug and alcohol abuse is a priority of the Government of Yukon. The development of a Substance Abuse Action Plan will help guide the government's policy response to substance abuse in the territory.     Last updated on February 13, 2006