Government of Yukon supporting residents affected by flooding

The Government of Yukon is working with the City of Dawson and the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in to ensure the well-being of all residents impacted by flooding in the Klondike.

So far, 82 evacuees have registered with Emergency Health and Support Services, with many lodged in hotels and staying in private accommodations. Support to ensure evacuees have access to groceries, meals, clothing and medications has also been provided.

Teams on the front lines are still in response mode and working to mitigate ongoing threats from rising water levels and maintain critical infrastructure and supplies. As the situation stabilizes and the extent of the impacts become clearer, the Government of Yukon will support those impacted. Planning is underway for potential funding to support both households and businesses as they recover from this event.

As learned from the flooding events in 2021 and 2022, relief and recovery efforts are complex and can take considerable time. Yukon government will support affected residents, now and in the weeks and months ahead.

Details on when and how to apply for financial assistance and recovery support will be shared when available.