August 10, 2026 7:07 PM
To all Local Y017 members:
Please be advised of the following procedures regarding Local Y017 worksite visits, effective immediately.-
Worksite visits will be conducted within a 10–15 minute timeframe. The primary purpose of these visits is to ensure the timely and effective communication of important union information, including posting relevant updates and materials on Local Y017 union bulletin boards.
While worksite visits will be limited in duration, the Local President remains fully committed to supporting members, addressing questions and concerns, and advocating for the rights and interests of all Local Y017 members.
We recognize that certain workplace concerns or issues may require more time and a private setting for meaningful discussion. Members who wish to discuss a specific workplace matter, seek guidance, raise a concern, or share ideas are encouraged to contact the Local President directly to arrange an individual meeting.
To Schedule a Meeting
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (437) 244-2076
Meetings can be arranged outside of regular work hours at a mutually convenient location.
Members are also encouraged to stay informed by regularly checking the Local Y017 events page for upcoming meetings, events, and other opportunities to connect with the Local Executive and fellow members.
We sincerely appreciate your understanding and cooperation as we implement these worksite visit procedures. Together, we can continue building a stronger and more supportive workplace where the voices, concerns, and contributions of all members are heard and represented.
In Solidarity,
Benjamin
President, PSAC Local Y017
Yukon Employees’ Union (YEU)
Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC)
November 24, 2025 1:14 PM
YEU Local Y017 President, Darcy Kasper, will be doing multiple site visits in December.
Monday, December 1
Copper Ridge Place
Young Offender’s Facility
Emergency Medical Services Fleet & Logistics
Whistle Bend Place
Nt’s aw Chua House
Emergency Medical Services Station 2
Emergency Medical Services Training Centre
Tuesday, December 2
Youth Achievement Centre
Mental Wellness and Substance Use Managed Alcohol Program
Hanson House
Willow House
Hearing Services
Family and Children Services
HSS Corporate Finance
HSS Procurement
Youth Probation
Transitional Support Services
Mental Wellness and Substance Use Leadership
Quality and Safety
Divisional Support Services Hougen Centre
Mental Wellness and Substance Withdrawal Management and Treatment Services
Wednesday, December 3
Emergency Medical Services Shelter
Mental Wellness and Substance POP / EPI
Mental Wellness and Substance Referred Clinic
Health Promotion
Insured Health
Access and Information
Health Strategy and Implementation
Mental Wellness and Substance Child, Youth, and Family Treatment
Whitehorse Health Centre NVD Place
Chronic Conditions
Family Resource Centre NVD Place
Population and Public Evidence
Whitehorse Walk-in Clinic (3:00 pm)
Thursday, December 4
Thomson Centre
Yukon Communicable Disease
Community Nursing
Environmental Health
Emergency Medical Services Station 1
HSS IT
H-1
Fireweed House
Klondike House
Wilson House
Haskap House
Friday, December 5
Whitehorse Health Centre
Yukon Children’s Dental Program
Family Resource Centre
Disability Services
Social Services / Income Support
Mental Wellness and Substance Forensic and Complex Care
Care and Community / Home Care
Yukon Immunization Program
If you have questions, please email Y017 President, Darcy Kasper: [email protected]
May 31, 2024 3:32 PM
Yukon Government Human Services – Y017 members are invited to attend Bargaining Input Sessions if they need assistance completing the Bargaining Input form. Most meetings will occur at the Lucy Jackson Training Room, YEU Hall (201-2285 2nd Avenue, Whitehorse).
Contact Y017 President, Darcy Kasper, if you have any questions. Members can also attend the meetings virtually or physically on their chosen dates. More details below:
Monday June 3, 12:00 - 1:30
ZOOM Meeting ID: 860 3275 8299
Passcode: 924262
Monday June 3, 5:30 - 7:00
ZOOM Meeting ID: 842 9813 9344
Passcode: 233553
Tuesday, June 4, 5:30 - 7:00 (Meeting Room B)
ZOOM Meeting ID: 844 3533 6273
Passcode: 354786
Thursday, June 6, 12:00 - 1:30
ZOOM Meeting ID: 862 6345 1337
Passcode: 291320
Friday, June 7, 12:00 - 1:30
ZOOM Meeting ID: 813 8854 5601
Passcode: 668436
Saturday, June 8, 1:00 - 2:30
ZOOM Meeting ID: 847 5973 5545
Passcode: 258490
Monday, June 10, 12:00 - 1:30
ZOOM Meeting ID: 873 2652 1253
Passcode: 821014
Wednesday, June 12, 5:30 - 7:00
ZOOM Meeting ID: 834 0507 4745
Passcode: 557337
Saturday, June 15, 1:00 - 2:30
ZOOM Meeting ID: 897 7585 8185
Passcode: 981921
May 18, 2023 11:23 AM
We would like to inform all members of Local Y017 about the revised work-site visit procedures that have been implemented.
Effective immediately, work-site visits will be conducted within a limited timeframe of ten to fifteen minutes. During these visits, the President's main focus will be to ensure the prompt and effective dissemination of crucial information. This will be achieved through the posting of important items on the Union Boards.
Despite the shorter duration, the President remains fully committed to addressing any questions, concerns, and advocating for the interests of all members. While we understand that there may be specific concerns or issues that require personalized attention, given the limited time during the work-site visits, we want to assure all members that the President is accessible and available to discuss any workplace matters, provide guidance, and listen to your ideas.
For those individuals who would like to schedule a personal meeting, we kindly request reaching out to the Local President directly via email at [email protected] or by phone at (867) 335-8744. By doing so, you can arrange a meeting outside of your regular work hours at a mutually convenient location. Additionally, we encourage all members to stay updated through the Local's events page, where upcoming events and opportunities for group interactions will be featured.
We extend our sincere appreciation for the understanding and cooperation of all members as we adapt to these revised work-site visit procedures. Together, we can continue working towards a stronger, more supportive work environment that values the voices and contributions of all individuals.
December 06, 2022 10:40 AM
Open Letter to Mr. Michael Hale and Mr. Van Randen:
My name is Darcy Kasper, and I am Yukon Employee’s Union, Local Y017 President. I am writing to both of you regarding the recent bonuses given to nurses and concerns with the lack of insight to including other professional areas within Health and Social Services. Members from all sectors of Health and Social Services have been in contact with me since the announcement of the bonuses. Members have expressed feeling under valued and that the recent email sent out to staff from your office was a slap in the face.
I would hope you are both aware of the staffing shortages in almost all areas of Yukon Government. With these shortages, staff have been expected to take on extra workloads to ensure mandates are being met. Seldom are the staff recognized for their efforts by management which has shown a growth in positions during this time.
In looking at specifics, Nursing Home Attendants, therapists, dietary, domestic aides have been front line of services in long-term care. Without these vital roles, long-term care would not be able to operate. These positions have more regular contact with residents. All these positions have worked understaffed for an extended period. While these healthcare workers realize the important role of nurses, the feelings shared with me have been that they are not valued and taken for granted. There are fears by some members that they will face retribution from management if they speak out on how they feel, a tactic used in several areas within Health and Social Services if staff speak up.
I’ve received emails and calls from Social Workers wondering why they are not seen as important as nurses. Family and Children’s Services has been operating well below staffing levels for several years in Whitehorse. With only three communities having Social Workers and the rest receiving drop-in services, I would think recruiting and retaining workers would be an important priority just as nursing appears to be. Social Workers reaching out to me have expressed a feeling of not being valued or appreciated for their services.
I wanted to reach out to support our Local Members and let you know that the bonuses only offered to nurses was taken personally by other professionals working beside the nurses or in other areas of Health and Social Service. Working through the pandemic, shortage of staff and the increased demands on individuals due to inflation continues to take it toll on members. Members are feeling under valued and taken for granted by Yukon Government as an employer. When they see the increase in management positions within workplaces and they are told do more with less, the feeling of being under valued is further embedded.
I would strongly encourage that bonuses or a show of appreciation for all workers needs to be initiated by The Department of Health and Social Services. The feeling of being more valued or less valued within a workplace can lead to resentment among a team. If this occurs, I hope that Health and Social Services will take ownership for what they have created by giving bonuses to one group while ignoring everyone else. Shortage of staff is not good enough reasoning; we all know that all areas within Health and Social Services are understaffed.
Thank you for your attention to concerns from employees within Health and Social Services. This could have all been avoided if dealt at Bargaining, where it belongs and we have been in for the past year.
Darcy Kasper
Local Y017 President
February 04, 2021 12:43 PM
Is fairness at work important to you?
Are you interested in learning more about your rights and sharing knowledge with your co-workers? If so, we want you to consider becoming a Shop Steward.
Shop Stewards are the representatives of the Union in the workplace. You can read more about the role of the steward here.
We are currently recruiting Shop Stewards in most workplaces. Contact your Chief Shop Steward or Local President - Darcy Kasper for details on becoming a Steward in your Local. Contact information is on the Local page of the website.
If you think this role is for you, we hope you'll join us for this course. It will give you the knowledge and skills to be an effective advocate for your co-workers.
We'll be meeting online by Zoom over 4 sessions. To participate, you'll need a computer with internet and a quiet place. After this course, new Shop Stewards will receive mentoring with experienced Stewards and access to many advanced workshops and training.
Our sessions are: February 9, 11, 16 and 18 from 9am to 11am
All YEU education is free with no loss of pay for members taking courses on their work time.
Save a spot by clicking HERE.
Not sure this role is for you? There are many ways to build a stronger Union presence. Contact your Local President or us at the YEU office to find out more.
July 31, 2020 2:58 PM
Start Time: 6:00pm
Location: YEU Hall
Elections will be held for the following Local Y017 Executive positions:
President and 1st Vice President
Secretary, Treasurer, Chief Shop Steward, and 3 directors.
Some of these positions are short term, and will be re-elected at the 2021 AGM, so it's a perfect time to get involved on a short term 8 month position or on a longer term position.
We will have $400 in gift certificates as door prizes supporting the following local business
* Air North
* Burnt Toast
* Baked
* Burnt Toast
* Chocolate Claim
* Blackbird Bakery
* Java Connection
***We will not be serving food, as usual due to Covid-19 restrictions. Hot and Cold beverages will be provided.
***Covid-19 precautions will be in place with masks and hand sanitizer available for your use. Seating will be set up to maintain social distancing during the meeting.
We look forward to seeing you and if you have any questions, contact your local President and Vice President via [email protected]
