The newly elected council of Dawson City in Yukon Territory has stalled its swearing-in process after refusing to take an oath of allegiance to King Charles III. Mayor-elect Stephen Johnson cited solidarity with indigenous council member Darwyn Lynn, expressing concerns about the Crown’s historical relationship with Canada’s indigenous peoples. As a result, the council cannot govern until they resolve the situation, with an alternative oath being sought from Yukon provincial officials. The situation reflects broader discussions about colonialism and governance in Canada.