James (Jim) McLachlan, 1985

Yukon Archives, Yukon. Photography Unit records, 2001/81, Box 9B/21, env. 357 neg. 9

James (Jim) McLachlan

James (Jim) Robert McLachlan born 1943 in Manitoba; elected 1985, 2000 (by-election) in Faro; 1986–1989 Third Party Leader; appointed 2002 Cabinet Minister; Liberal.

Sound Clip Summary

October 3, 1985 – Jim McLachlan delivers his first speech in the Assembly and speaks about the closure of the Faro Mine and its impact on the community.

Listen - 4:35

Yukon Archives, Yukon Legislative Assembly sound recordings, Jim_McLachlan.mp3