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The Yukon Conservation Officer Services Branch celebrates its 75th anniversary
April 29, 2024
The law enforcement agency dedicated to promoting public safety relating to wildlife celebrates 75 years of service.
Brush up on your bear awareness
April 25, 2024
With bears becoming more active, extra precautions should be taken to keep you, your property and bears safe.
Governments commit to working together to plan for Chasàn Chuà / McIntyre Creek protected area
April 24, 2024
The Government of Yukon, Kwanlin Dün First Nation, Ta’an Kwäch’än Council, the City of Whitehorse and Parks Canada have signed a Memorandum of Understanding.
A new national park in the Yukon being explored by the Gwich’in Tribal Council, the First Nation of Nacho Nyak Dun, and the Governments of Canada and Yukon
April 22, 2024
A national park in the Peel Watershed would permanently protect the area.
Online campsite reservations at four frontcountry campgrounds open tomorrow
April 9, 2024
Online campsite reservations open tomorrow at 9 am YST at four frontcountry campgrounds.
The April 1 snow survey shows snowpack ranges from below average to record setting in the North
April 9, 2024
The Government of Yukon has released the April 1 Yukon Snow Survey Bulletin and Water Supply Forecast.
Animal Protection and Control Act comes into effect with new regulations
April 8, 2024
New legislation is in effect that outlines animal care and control requirements in the territory.
The Government of Yukon celebrates the 30th Anniversary of A Celebration of Swans
March 28, 2024
A Celebration of Swans begins April 1, 2024.
The Government of Yukon shares updates for the upcoming 2024–25 fishing and hunting licensing year
March 27, 2024
The Government of Yukon is sharing updates to Yukoners as they renew their fishing and hunting licenses for the upcoming 2024–25 licensing year.
Statement from Minister Clarke on World Water Day
March 22, 2024
Minister Nils Clarke issued a statement on the World Water Day.