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Statement from Minister Frost on President Biden’s moratorium being a step in the right direction for the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
January 22, 2021
Statement from Minister Frost on President Biden’s moratorium being a step in the right direction for the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.
Government of Yukon provides additional staffing and tutoring supports for the 2020–21 school year
January 22, 2021
The Government of Yukon is hiring more educators and increasing funding for tutoring programs to support Yukon students throughout the pandemic.
Whitehorse COVID-19 screening drive-thru closes
January 22, 2021
The drive-thru COVID-19 screening service in Whitehorse will close end of day today.
Outstanding service recognized by Premier Sandy Silver
January 21, 2021
Premier Sandy Silver presented three individuals and three teams with the 2020 Premier’s Award of Excellence and Innovation for their creativity, leadership and collaboration.
Candidates selected for Youth Panel on Climate Change
January 20, 2021
Thirteen young Yukoners have been selected to serve on the new Youth Panel on Climate Change.
Shingles and HPV vaccines are now available in pharmacies
January 18, 2021
Starting today, Yukoners can receive the shingles and HPV vaccines at their local pharmacy.
Government of Yukon aviation projects reach new heights
January 15, 2021
The Government of Yukon is working with Yukon’s Aviation Advisory Committee for the future of Yukon’s aviation system.
Making medical travel easier and more affordable for Yukoners
January 14, 2021
The medical travel subsidy has doubled to $150 per day for multi-day travel.
Local area planning process to start for the Łu Zil Män (Fish Lake) area
January 14, 2021
The Government of Yukon and Kwanlin Dün First Nation launch a local area planning process for the Łu Zil Män area and are recruiting interested parties for the steering committee.
