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2022 residential rent index increase rises to 3.3 per cent
January 27, 2022
Whitehorse Consumer Price Index caps Yukon’s residential rent index increase at 3.3 per cent effective May 15, 2022.
The Yukon’s minimum wage to increase to $15.70 per hour
January 27, 2022
The Yukon’s minimum wage to rise to $15.70 per hour on April 1, 2022.
Independent review will help shape the future of fire services in the Yukon
December 2, 2021
Findings of independent review will help establish sustainable fire service delivery to Yukon communities.
Public engagement on permanent paid sick leave begins
November 9, 2021
Yukoners are invited to provide their input on how permanent paid sick leave should be established in the territory
New Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Youth Centre is now open
November 1, 2021
The Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Youth Centre in Dawson is now open and will give local youth a place to pursue traditional activities.
Statement from Minister of Community Services Richard Mostyn on 2021 municipal elections
October 22, 2021
2021 Yukon municipal elections took place on October 21, 2021.
Amendments to the Assessment and Taxation Act and the Municipal Act tabled in the Legislative Assembly
October 14, 2021
Minister of Community Services Richard Mostyn tabled Bill No. 3, the Act to amend the Assessment and Taxation Act and the Municipal Act today.
Active living celebrated at annual recreation gathering and awards
October 8, 2021
Community recreation leaders celebrated at annual recreation gathering.
Yukon Public Libraries celebrates National Library Month
September 29, 2021
October is National Library Month, Yukon public libraries are celebrating by highlighting their online resources and accessible tools.
2027 Canada Winter Games bid process launched for Whitehorse
September 22, 2021
Today, the Government of Yukon and City of Whitehorse, alongside the Canada Games Council, officially launched the bid process for the 2027 Canada Winter Games.