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Whitehorse Public Library temporarily changing its hours
July 12, 2023
Library reduces its hours for the month of July.
Government of Yukon expands organics composting to Carcross, Tagish, Deep Creek and Marsh Lake solid waste facilities
July 7, 2023
The Government of Yukon working towards a modern and sustainable solid waste management system for Yukon. Composting services are now available at the Whitehorse periphery.
Recovery funding now available for Yukoners affected by Klondike Valley flooding
June 30, 2023
Eligible residents, farmers and small business owners can access funding through three streams: Housing, Agriculture and Small Business.
Minister of Community Services, Richard Mostyn on the Gymnastics and Climbing facility funding announcement
June 29, 2023
Funding for the new gymnastics and climbing facility is announced.
Whistle Bend Green Street construction underway
June 28, 2023
Construction is beginning on Whistle Bend's Green Streets.
Government of Yukon partners with Government of Canada and City of Dawson to address housing demand and neighbourhood sustainability
June 27, 2023
Dawson begins a project to bring new lots, water and sewer lines to the city’s North End.
Yukoners responding to wildfires across Canada
June 20, 2023
The Yukon has sent a total of 76 staff, including three unit crews, to incidents in the Northwest Territories, Alberta and Quebec.
Master plan finalized for a Range Point neighbourhood development
June 19, 2023
KDFN and the Yukon government have completed a joint master plan to develop a new neighbourhood in Range Point.
Yukon Government monitoring Donnie Creek wildfire
June 16, 2023
The Government of Yukon is monitoring Donnie Creek wildfire.
Government of Yukon and Yukon First Nations renew firefighting partnerships for wildfire season
June 15, 2023
The Government of Yukon and Yukon First Nations have renewed three-year agreements for the hiring of wildland fire crews.