Who We Are
The Yukon Conservation Society (YCS) is a grassroots environmental non-profit organization, established in 1968. Our mandate is to pursue ecosystem well-being throughout the Yukon and beyond, recognizing that human well-being is ultimately dependent upon fully functioning healthy ecosystems. Over the years, YCS has earned a respected position of influence on environmental policy and education in the North. Learn more about the History of YCS.
YCS Mission Statement: To pursue ecosystem well-being throughout the Yukon and beyond, recognizing that human well-being is ultimately dependent upon fully functioning healthy ecosystems.
Members: YCS has about 400 current members (October 2008). Click here to learn more about Becoming a Member.
Volunteers: countless dedicated volunteers contribute to our success. Click here for more info on Becoming a Volunteer. Also check out our list of Volunteer Committees and Working Groups.
YCS Staff & Contractors:
Karen Baltgailis, Executive Director
Georgia Greetham, Office Coordinator
Sue Kemmett, Forestry Coordinator
Anne Middler, Energy Coordinator
Gerry Couture, Mining Coordinator
Lewis Rifkind, Associate Mining & Associate Energy Co-Coordinator
YCS also has many other project specific contractors. Contact YCS for more information.YCS Board:
Lee Carruthers
Meagan Christie, Treasurer
Nick de Graff, Acting President
Joshua Hunt
Sebastian Jones
Ken Madsen
Peter Mather
Mary Whitley, Secretary
Peter Steele, Vice President
Click here for information about YCS Board Governance or to here for the YCS Constitution.
Contact Us:
Mailing and Street Address:
Yukon Conservation Society, 302 Hawkins Street, Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 1X6
Phone #: 867-668-5678 Fax #: 867-668-6637 E-mail: ycs@ycs.yk.ca
