For some Yukoners, climate change is a key issue this federal election campaign [Video]

While topics like tariffs, affordability and housing have dominated conversations about the upcoming federal election, some Yukon voters say another issue should also be at the forefront — climate change and the environment.

“It seems to be something we’re ignoring now,” Haines Junction resident Julie Bauer said.

“I know there’s other focuses but I think the environment has to be a priority, especially for our youth and for all of us…. We have to think about other things than just day-to-day stuff, we have to think about the future of our children.” 

Whitehorse resident Jennifer Staniforth also said it was a priority for her.

“The environment hasn’t been talked about a lot and I would hope that that would be a big part of this election,” Staniforth said.

“I think a clean, healthy planet is the best thing we can do for ourselves right now.” 

A federal government report in …