Over the past few years, various trends have had a major impact on community interpretations as a profession in Yukon. In Canada, it is fairly easy to certify language professionals, as they now benefit from a certain degree of recognition; however, finding a satisfactory way to certify community interpreters remains a challenge. Canadian professional associations use several means to certify translators and court or conference interpreters, but resources to certify Aboriginal community interpreters are scarce. This presentation includes a brief overview of the history of interpretation in Yukon, the current status of Yukon Aboriginal community interpreters, and the many difficulties associated with their becoming certified.