This is a joint news release between the Government of Yukon and the Yukon Royal Canadian Mounted Police.
The Commissioner of the RCMP, Mike Duheme, has appointed Superintendent Lindsay Ellis to the role of Commanding Officer of the Yukon. This change takes effect immediately and brings Superintendent Ellis to the rank of Chief Superintendent.
Both the Government of Yukon and the RCMP would like to extend their congratulations to Chief Superintendent Ellis on her new role.
Chief Superintendent Ellis has a rich history of policing in the Yukon for over 12 years and was promoted to Superintendent in 2022 as the Criminal Operations Officer of M Division. During this time, her focus on public safety, modernization of policing services for frontline and specialized units and increased policing accountability has strengthened and enhanced policing across the territory.
Chief Superintendent Ellis has fostered genuine relationships with Yukon First Nations and diverse groups while promoting collaboration, inclusion and communication across business lines. Her work, relationships and dedication to policing in the territory has resulted in great success under Criminal Operations and the Division increasing Yukoners’ trust in the RCMP.
Chief Superintendent Ellis has been acting as the Commanding Officer of the Yukon RCMP since September 2024.
The Government of Yukon and the RCMP would also like to thank Chief Superintendent Scott Sheppard for his many outstanding years of service as the Commanding Officer of the Yukon.
I would like to congratulate Chief Superintendent Lindsay Ellis. This appointment recognizes her exceptional work ethic, forward-thinking approach to policing services and outstanding leadership in the Yukon. Chief Superintendent Lindsay Ellis is an example of the important and vital role women have in the RCMP and she is the first female Commanding Officer for the M Division of the Yukon RCMP. I also extend my sincere gratitude to Chief Superintendent Scott Sheppard for his many years of service.
I am deeply honoured and grateful for the opportunity to lead M Division in delivering policing in the Yukon as the new Commanding Officer. During my 12 years serving in the Yukon, I have been proud to promote the work of our amazing RCMP employees while developing strong, sustainable and transferable relationships with our communities, partners and stakeholders to improve public safety outcomes. I am equally as proud of our advancements to the reconciliation journey through ongoing genuine and honest effort, action and leadership to support safe and healthy Yukon First Nations. As the new leader of the RCMP in the Yukon, I look forward to continuing to provide modern policing services unique to Yukon community needs. I extend my heartfelt appreciation to Chief Superintendent Scott Sheppard for his progressive and strong leadership, and my best wishes for his retirement that he will be enjoying as a Yukoner. Thank you to the employees of “Mighty M” as we continue to promote a positive, resilient and adaptive workplace as the National and the Territorial Police Service. Thank you, merci, Mäshi Cho, Shä̀w níthän, Gunalchéeshand Souga Sinla.
It is my pleasure to announce that Chief Superintendent Lindsay Ellis has been appointed as the Commanding Officer of the RCMP in the Yukon. Chief Superintendent Ellis has served Canadians for 24 years with 12 of those years dedicated to improving public safety for Yukoners. I am confident that Chief Superintendent Lindsay Ellis will be an exceptional leader for the RCMP in the Yukon.
-
Chief Superintendent Ellis Lindsay is the first female and 41st Commanding Officer for the M Division of the Yukon RCMP.
-
The Commissioner of the RCMP has authority per the RCMP Act to appoint a Commanding Officer.
Kelsey Bush
Cabinet Communications
kelsey.bush@yukon.ca
Francis Lefebvre
Communications, Justice
867-667-8144
jus.comms@yukon.ca
Calista MacLeod
Yukon RCMP Communications
mdiv.communications@rcmp-grc.gc.ca