Partners in Safety Barbeque and Outdoor Tradeshow 2026

WHITEHORSE: To celebrate workplace health and safety, Workers’ Safety and Compensation Board (WSCB) is hosting its annual Partners in Safety Barbeque and Outdoor Trade Show on Wednesday, May 20, 2026. The event celebrates safety throughout Yukon workplaces with a free community barbeque, safety demonstrations and engaging outreach booths.

WSCB invites you to join our partners at Shipyards Park. This year, the following organizations will be joining the celebration with displays and demonstrations:

  • Air North;
  • ATCO Electric Yukon;
  • Canadian Mental Health Association Yukon;
  • City of Whitehorse;
  • Dimensions Tech Services;
  • Government of Yukon – Environment;
  • LDAY Centre for Learning – Brain Injury Support;
  • Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD);
  • Nordique Fire Protection;
  • Northern Safety Network Yukon;
  • Northwestel;
  • SHE Consulting Inc.;
  • Transport Services;
  • Wildland Fire Management;
  • Wildstone;
  • Yukon Chamber of Mines;
  • Yukon Emergency Medical Services;
  • Yukon Energy;
  • Yukon Federation of Labour;
  • Yukon Hospital Corporation;
  • Yukon University; and
  • Yukon Women in Mining.

The event runs from 11:30 am to 2:00 pm on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, at Shipyards Park.
Visit our website for more information on the Partners in Safety Barbeque.
 

Quotes

“Our community plays a vital role in bringing this event to life each year. Their commitment to workplace health and safety helps us create meaningful opportunities for education, engagement and connection. Together, we’re building a stronger, safer Yukon for everyone.” 

- Kathleen Avery, Vice President, Programs

“Workplace health and safety is not just a priority; it’s a core value that guides everything we do. The Partners in Safety Barbeque is an opportunity to strengthen that culture, connect with our community and remind ourselves that prevention starts with each of us.”

- Catherine Jones, President/CEO


Quick facts

•    In 2017, WSCB hosted a pop-up barbeque for construction workers in the Whistlebend neighbourhood.
•    In 2018, the newly styled Partners in Safety Barbeque moved to Shipyards Park for the whole community.
•    This is our third event after a three-year hiatus; approximately 500 people attended the event in 2025.


Contact

Taryn Brickner
a/Manager of Social Marketing and Communications
Workers’ Safety and Compensation Board
Phone: 867-332-1462
Email: [email protected]