Licensing, Development and Social Responsibility
This branch is responsible for:
- Licensing and inspecting facilities where liquor is served and/or sold to members of the general public;
- Interpreting and enforcing the Yukon Liquor Act and Regulations to meet the goals of public safety and responsible service of alcohol throughout the Yukon;
- Maintaining good working relationships with other enforcement agencies and other licensing and inspection agencies across Canada; and
- Developing and delivering a liquor service training program to encourage the owners and employees of licensed premises and the hospitality industry to become partners in promoting the responsible service of alcohol.
- Work closely with stakeholders and other jursidictions to raise public awareness of responsible alcohol consumption and the consequences of alcohol abuse.