Police officers with the Yukon RCMP Critical Incident Program members will continue using the Ryder Apartments in Whitehorse for training exercises.
On September 11, 2023, officers used the vacant building, on 6th Ave. near downtown Whitehorse, to conduct drills and practice their skills. Thanks to continued support from Yukon Housing Corporation, police have received permission to continue using the space for further training prior to it being demolished.
Continued use of the building will allow police officers with Yukon RCMP to learn new skills and apply existing knowledge in a real-world setting, so that response to emergencies in the Territory can be effective and efficient. There continues to be no risk to the public as exercises are taking place. Please be respectful of barriers set up by police in the area around the Ryder Apartments while they are training.
RCMP want the public to be aware that there will be an intermittent increased police presence around the building as these drills and exercises are taking place. Police will reach out to homes or businesses in the area who may be indirectly impacted by the training, as they did on Monday. Safety continues to be top of mind for public and police.
Anyone with questions is encouraged to contact Yukon RCMP at 867 667 5555.