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Government of Yukon and Corix Water Systems reach settlement agreement
February 28, 2020
The Government of Yukon and Corix Water Systems have reached an agreement regarding the Dawson City Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Yukon’s minimum wage increasing to $13.71 per hour
February 19, 2020
Yukon’s minimum wage to rise to $13.71 per hour on April 1, 2020.
Youth encouraged to apply for Arctic Winter Games 2020 Youth Ambassador Program
January 6, 2020
Yukon youth are encouraged to apply to be Yukon youth ambassadors for the Arctic Winter Games 2020.
Lottery for new lots in Whistle Bend
December 18, 2019
The Whistle Bend neighbourhood continues to grow with 55 residential lots just released for single-family homes.
Gas Tax Fund to support local infrastructure priorities in the Town of Watson Lake
December 6, 2019
Five projects are underway in the Town of Watson Lake with an investment of over $1.65 million from the municipality’s portion of the federal Gas Tax Fund.
Non-beverage glass will no longer be accepted for recycling
November 6, 2019
Recycling depots will no longer accept non-beverage container glass starting on November 30, 2019.
Yukoners encouraged to try out for Team Yukon
November 1, 2019
Yukoners encouraged to try out for 2020 Arctic Winter Games Team Yukon.
Do the heavy lifting to reduce waste
October 21, 2019
The Government of Yukon is ramping up to get ready for waste reduction week and asking Yukoners to do the same.
Annual recreation gathering includes specialized training, relationship building and awards
October 18, 2019
Community recreation leaders learn new skills and strengthen relationships at annual recreation gathering.
Yukon communities benefit from FireSmart project funding
October 7, 2019
The Government of Yukon is funding FireSmart projects across Yukon. This program helps manage forest fuels to create more wildfire resilient communities.