The Yukon Liberal Party is pleased to announce that Doris Bill has been officially confirmed as a candidate in the party’s leadership race.

A long-standing voice for the Yukon, Doris Bill brings years of leadership and advocacy experience. She served three terms as Chief of Kwanlin Dün First Nation, where she led work on economic opportunities for her nation, she built on the final and self government agreements by establishing a land management regime for not only citizens but the general public. She also expanded the work on justice, housing, community infrastructure, community safety and education. 

Prior to leading her nation she had a long career in journalism and broadcasting. 

“I care deeply about this territory and the people who live here,” said Bill. “This is an opportunity to keep building a Yukon that works for everyone.”

The deadline to submit a leadership nomination package is May 29, 2025. If more than one candidate is confirmed, Yukon Liberal Party members will vote to select their new leader on June 19, 2025.