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Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation will receive housing funding
June 22, 2018
Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation will build utility buildings in Old Crow with funding from the federal and territorial governments.
Yukon communities to benefit from more reliable internet
June 20, 2018
New 777 km fibre line from Dawson City to Inuvik to strengthen internet connection across the North.
New project to support individuals with neurodevelopmental disabilities
June 20, 2018
This project will reduce system-level barriers and provide easier access to the supports already in place across the territory.
Family Mediation pilot project comes to Yukon
June 19, 2018
New, free mediation service available to divorcing or separating Yukoners can help them resolve parenting and financial issues without going to court.
Yukon delegates strengthen tourism industry ties with China
June 18, 2018
Three Yukon businesses will join Government of Yukon officials on a federal delegation to China to explore new partnerships.
Government of Yukon and Yukon First Nations meet in Carcross for Yukon Forum
June 18, 2018
The Premier and Chiefs discussed education and environment matters at a Yukon Forum held in Carcross.
Statement on M. ovi implicated in Alaska caribou death
June 15, 2018
A statement from Yukon's Chief Veterinary Officer Dr. Mary VanderKop.
Public servants recognized for excellence and innovation
June 15, 2018
Premier Sandy Silver presented five individuals and four teams with the 2018 Premier’s Award of Excellence and Innovation for their creativity, leader
Better wastewater treatment for Watson Lake residents
June 14, 2018
Upgrades to the town’s lagoon will modernize and improve the sewage capacity at their wastewater treatment facility.
Dawson City’s Minto Park concession building rises from the ashes
June 13, 2018
Dawson’s Minto Park has a new concession building open for fitness, recreational and leisure programming in a safe, healthy environment.
Funding supports projects to preserve and share Yukon heritage
June 12, 2018
Twelve museums and cultural centres have received funding for projects to preserve and share Yukon heritage.
Yukon Housing Corporation and the BC Non-Profit Housing Association host Northern Housing event
June 11, 2018
The housing networking event and tradeshow will be held in Whitehorse on June 12.
Ross River suspension bridge is open in time for summer
June 8, 2018
Repairs are complete and the Ross River Suspension Bridge is once again open for pedestrian access across the Pelly River.
Contemporary meets traditional in new art collection acquisitions
June 8, 2018
Five new works have been selected for the Yukon Permanent Art Collection.
School Council seats still open for upcoming school years
June 8, 2018
School Council seats are still open for the upcoming school years and the Government of Yukon is encouraging Yukon citizens to get involved.