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Government of Yukon invests in Mayo airport
July 14, 2020
The Mayo Airport is set to receive lighting and electrical upgrades this summer, which will allow for enhanced night operations.
Non-medical masks now required at all Yukon airports
June 30, 2020
Individuals entering Yukon’s airports must wear a mask starting July 1.
Upgrades begin at Alaska Highway and North Klondike Highway intersection
June 26, 2020
Safety upgrades have started at the Alaska Highway and North Klondike Highway intersection in Whitehorse.
Road tests to resume in July
June 25, 2020
Road tests postponed due to the pandemic will be given priority.
Alaska Highway Safety Improvement contract awarded to local company
June 4, 2020
Cobalt Construction awarded contract for safety improvements along the Alaska Highway between Lodestar Lane and Burns Road.
Yukon launches non-medical COVID-19 information line
May 8, 2020
Yukoners can reach the COVID-19 InfoLine at 877-374-0425. The line is open from 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. seven days a week.
YESAB endorses Alaska Highway safety improvements
May 6, 2020
Upgrades will increase safety of Alaska Highway within Whitehorse.
New support available for Yukon’s aviation industry
May 4, 2020
The Government of Yukon is supporting critical and essential transportation of goods, supplies and personnel to and within Yukon.
Temporary changes to licensing requirements for certain Yukon drivers
April 28, 2020
Some requirements are temporarily suspended in response to reduced medical services during the COVID-19 emergency.
New eProcurement system to reduce red tape
April 7, 2020
A new online tendering system will make procurement easier and more reliable for buyers and suppliers.