The Yukon mining, trapping, and transportation industries enjoyed an especially prosperous year in 1938. The production of placer gold was close to 87,000 ounces for the year, a 50 per cent increase over 1937. Approximately 9,100 tons of silver lead ore, valued at $2,250,000, were shipped from the Mayo District to outside smelters. For the first time Yukon Territory maintained an air mail service throughout the entire year, with weekly connections with the outside world. There was no unemployment in the Yukon during 1938.
The territorial legislative body, known as the Yukon Council, held its regular session during April and May. A new Game Ordinance was passed, providing greater restrictions on hunting and trapping. An ordinance was also passed governing the maintenance of wives deserted by their husbands. No political changes of importance occurred during the year.
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