The Government of Yukon has added 11 new works to the Yukon Permanent Art Collection (YPAC), featuring artists Eugene Alfred, Misha Donohoe, Basia Hinton, Jane Isakson, Stephanie Luneta-Stevens, Jeneen Frei Njootli, Margret Njootli, Andy Pelletier, Dustin Sheldon, Maria Rose Sikyea, and Michelle Williams. Eight of these artists are represented in the collection for the first time. The pieces were selected from 134 submissions by 64 artists through an annual call for submissions process managed by the Yukon government and the Friends of Yukon Permanent Art Collection. An exhibition of the works is planned for fall 2026, and images are available on Yukon.ca.
This acquisition matters because it strengthens the Yukon’s public art holdings, ensuring diverse regional and cultural voices are preserved and accessible to residents and visitors across over 40 public locations. The inclusion of first-time artists highlights the growing vitality of the territory’s arts community and the government’s commitment to supporting local creative talent. The collection serves as a lasting cultural record for the Yukon, fostering community pride and inspiring future generations.