Alpine Bakery, which is 100% certified organic, located on the same block as the Whitehorse Emergency Shelter, has serviced the Whitehorse area for almost 40 years.
It was a busy business day as Yukoners flooded the Alpine Bakery to show unwavering support in response to its announced temporary closure.
Earlier last week, Alpine Bakery announced through its Facebook page that it faces permeant closure as a result of insecurity, unhealthy living and business conditions experienced around emergency shelter.
Alpine Bakery, which is 100% certified organic, located on the same block as the Whitehorse Emergency Shelter, has serviced the Whitehorse area for almost 40 years. Unfortunately, this business is headed for a temporary shutdown and a possible permanent closure if the government fails in proffering a permanent solution to its challenges as a result of the presence of the unsupervised activities around the shelter.
Walter and Silvia Streit who are originally from Germany, took over the bakery as a retirement project seven years ago. Speaking with CHON-FM, Walter shared their ordeal of sleepless nights, breaking ins, and customer harassment which began after the change of shelter policy to low or no barrier
Walter and Silvia Streit say that noise from shelter users has kept them up at night and led to health issues. They also spoke of repeated instances of trespassing and the discovery of needles and drug left overs on the bakery's patio.
Silvia on the order hand emotionally said it’s a sad situation for her, their staff and for their loyal customers whom they have enjoyed their unwavering support.
Some loyal customers also voiced their concern while speaking with Chon-FM. Magan says she’s sad about the news.
According to Christina a Whitehorse Resident, she says the security and safety of the Alexander neighborhood should be looked into.
The Yukon Premier Ranj Pillai has pledged his support for the Alpine Bakery. The Streit say they might reconsider their decision to close the bakery if their demands are met.
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