- Live Poker in Yukon
- Online Poker in Yukon
- Well-known Poker Players from Yukon
- Playing Responsibly in Yukon
- Frequently Asked Questions
Casinos and Poker Rooms
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Diamond Tooth Gertie’s Gambling Hall
4.61001 Fourth Ave, Dawson City, YT Y0B 0A3, Canada+1 867-993-5575Opening Time: Open seasonally (May–Sep: Daily 7pm–2am; limited winter weekends)
Yukon's live poker scene runs through a single venue, but it is a genuine one. Diamond Tooth Gerties Gambling Hall in Dawson City spreads real cash game poker on a seasonal schedule, and it is the only licensed poker room anywhere in the territory.
There is no year-round casino in Whitehorse and nothing resembling the multi-room poker markets found in provinces like Alberta or Ontario, so most Yukoners who want to play regularly do so online, through international poker sites available to eligible Canadian players.
This guide covers Gerties in detail, what online poker actually looks like for Yukon residents, the territory's one internationally recognized poker player, and where to get help if gambling stops being fun.
Live Poker in Yukon
| Poker Room | Location | Operator | Key Offering |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diamond Tooth Gerties Gambling Hall | 1001 Fourth Avenue, Dawson City | Klondike Visitors Association | $1/$2 No Limit Texas Hold'em, $1/$2 No Limit Omaha Hi, $5/$10 Limit Dealer's Choice, weekend tournaments |
Diamond Tooth Gerties Gambling Hall, run by the Klondike Visitors Association since 1971, is billed as Canada's oldest licensed casino, and it is Yukon's only live poker room.
It runs a genuine poker operation rather than just blackjack and slots: the house spreads a revolving schedule of $1/$2 No Limit Texas Hold'em, $1/$2 No Limit Omaha Hi and $5/$10 Limit Dealer's Choice cash games every night it is open, with tournaments on weekends and select dates.
Players can reserve a seat by texting the poker room's reservation line. All proceeds are reinvested in the Dawson City community.
The 2026 summer season ended on September 19. The next confirmed winter opening runs Fridays and Saturdays from January 29 through April 17, 2027, from 7 p.m. to 1 a.m.
Entry to the casino during the summer season requires a Gerties Season Pass, priced at $30 for the whole summer, though Yukon, Northwest Territories, Nunavut and Alaska residents can pick one up for free until May 15. Anyone planning a trip specifically to play should confirm current hours directly with Gerties before travelling, since the schedule shifts from year to year.
Outside of Dawson City, Yukon has no other licensed casino or card room, and Whitehorse, the territory's largest city, has no commercial poker venue at all.
Yukon is not part of the WSOP Circuit Canada schedule or the country's other major recurring tournament series, so players chasing bigger buy-ins and guarantees generally travel south to events covered in our Canadian poker tournaments guide and WSOP Circuit Canada hub, most often to Alberta or British Columbia.
Online Poker in Yukon
Yukon has no provincially operated online poker platform of its own, unlike British Columbia's PlayNow or Quebec's Espacejeux. Players who want to play online do so through international sites available to eligible Canadian players.
| Site | Status for Yukon Players |
|---|---|
| GGPoker | Available to eligible Canadian players outside Ontario's regulated market |
| WPT Global | Available to eligible Canadian players |
| 888poker | Ontario-regulated product is Ontario-only; not available to Yukon residents |
| BCPoker | Available to eligible Canadian players outside Ontario |
| Stake Poker | Available to eligible Canadian players |
| CoinPoker | Available to eligible Canadian players |
Before signing up anywhere, our GGPoker review and WPT Global review cover software, traffic and account verification in detail, and our payment methods guide explains Interac e-transfers and other deposit options for Canadian players.
For players who would rather deposit and play entirely in crypto, our CoinPoker review covers its Bitcoin, Ethereum and USDT support and no-KYC standard play, and our real money poker apps guide compares mobile options across every site above.
Well-known Poker Players from Yukon
Yukon has produced one genuinely notable, internationally documented poker player, plus a second player with a solid tournament record closer to home.
| Player | Hometown | Career Live Earnings | Notable Background |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brad Booth ("Yukon Brad") | Whitehorse, YT | $795,429 | High-stakes cash game player known for televised appearances on High Stakes Poker |
| Jean-Serge Baril | Dawson City, YT | $251,943 | Best live cash of $30,910 |
Brad Booth, nicknamed "Yukon Brad," grew up in Whitehorse before building a career in high-stakes cash games and appearing on the television series High Stakes Poker. His tracked live tournament earnings stand at $795,429, and he remains Yukon's most recognized contribution to the professional poker world.
Jean-Serge Baril, based in Dawson City, ranks second on Yukon's all-time money list with $251,943 in career live tournament earnings.
Yukon's Legal Framework at a Glance
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Federal baseline | The Criminal Code makes gambling unlawful unless it is conducted and managed by a province or territory, or licensed by a body it authorizes. |
| Territorial regulator | The Yukon Lottery Commission oversees lottery and gaming activity in the territory; Diamond Tooth Gerties operates under a licence from the territorial government. |
| Land-based casino | Diamond Tooth Gerties Gambling Hall in Dawson City is the only licensed casino and poker room in Yukon. |
| Online gaming | Yukon has no provincially operated online poker or casino platform. |
| Minimum age | 19, Yukon's legal gambling age. |
Playing Responsibly in Yukon
If gambling is becoming a problem for you or someone you know, the Government of Yukon's Mental Wellness and Substance Use Services can be reached at 1-866-456-3838 (toll-free) or 867-456-3838, Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 4:30pm. After hours and on weekends, the Yukon Distress and Support Line is available at 867-667-8473.
These are the territory's official contacts for addiction-related support, including gambling concerns.
For a broader overview of safer-play tools, self-exclusion and support services across the country, visit our Responsible Gambling in Canada guide.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is there live poker in Yukon?
Yes, but only at one venue. Diamond Tooth Gerties Gambling Hall in Dawson City spreads Texas Hold'em and Omaha cash games nightly during its open season, with tournaments on weekends.
- Is Diamond Tooth Gerties open year-round?
No. It runs a full seven-day schedule in summer, roughly May through September, and scales back to weekend-only openings the rest of the year. Confirm current dates directly with Gerties before planning a trip.
- Is there a poker room in Whitehorse?
No. Whitehorse, Yukon's largest city, has no licensed casino or poker room. Dawson City's Diamond Tooth Gerties is the territory's only option for live poker.
- Can I play online poker legally in Yukon?
Yukon has no territorial online poker platform, so players generally use international sites available to eligible Canadian players, the same options covered in our Canadian poker sites guide.
- What is the minimum age to play poker in Yukon?
19, which applies both at Diamond Tooth Gerties and to gambling activity generally in the territory.
- Who regulates gambling in Yukon?
The Yukon Lottery Commission oversees lottery and gaming activity in the territory, with Diamond Tooth Gerties licensed by the territorial government.
- Has Yukon produced any well-known poker players?
Yes. Brad Booth, known as "Yukon Brad," grew up in Whitehorse and built a career in high-stakes cash games, including televised appearances on High Stakes Poker, with tracked live tournament earnings over $795,000.
- Where can I get help if my gambling feels out of control in Yukon?
Call the Government of Yukon's Mental Wellness and Substance Use Services at 1-866-456-3838, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm, or the Yukon Distress and Support Line at 867-667-8473 after hours.