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Yukon Human Rights Commission investigated for fairness

Aug 13, 2024

The Yukon Ombudsman has released an investigative report on three separate complaints against the Yukon Human Rights Commission. The investigation found unfairness in the organization’s operations and made eight recommendations that were fully accepted.

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Ombudsman calls to modernize Act

Apr 10, 2024

The Yukon Ombudsman has issued a special report requesting amendments to the Ombudsman Act that provide the same authority found in the majority of Canadian jurisdictions and align it with international best practices.

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Annual report highlights office is busier than ever

Mar 25, 2024

Jason Pedlar, has released his first annual report that highlights an increase in cases, quick and effective resolution of files, and opportunities for change to better serve Yukoners.

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Ombudsman releases second report on Hidden Valley School

Feb 27, 2024

Report finds less than half of Department Actions meet recommendations.

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Yukon Ombudsman marks international Ombuds Day with podcast calling for a new and improved Ombudsman Act

Oct 12, 2023

Ombudsman Jason Pedlar is speaking out about the need for revisions to the Ombudsman Act in the Yukon, as part of activities to mark international Ombuds Day on October 12th

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Ombudsman issues report into fairness complaint regarding sexualized abuse at Hidden Valley Elementary School

Sep 07, 2023

Report finds government actions and inactions were unfair to parents and students of the school

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Ombudsman to release report this week into fairness complaint regarding communications about sexualized abuse allegations at Hidden Valley Elementary School

Sep 05, 2023

Report to be issued publicly on Thursday Sept 7

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Yukon Ombudsman becomes member of international Ombud organization

May 18, 2023

The Office of the Yukon Ombudsman has been approved for membership in the International Ombudsman Institute, a global organization that supports hundreds of Ombuds around the world

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Yukon Ombudsman finds unfairness in Yukon government lot enlargement policy

May 10, 2023

New Ombudsman investigation report makes recommendations for improvements to the policy

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Office of the Yukon Ombudsman, IPC and PIDC supports Bare Essentials Campaign

Feb 21, 2023

This important campaign meets some of the basic needs of those fleeing gender-based violence

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