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Statement from Minister of Community Services Richard Mostyn
September 29, 2023
Minister of Community Services Richard Mostyn has issued a statement regarding infrastructure investments in Watson Lake.
Celebrating a great first season at the Pelly Crossing pool
September 29, 2023
Pelly Crossing’s new pool provided a space for residents to beat the heat this summer!
The Government of Yukon urges Yukoners to test their smoke alarms
September 28, 2023
Did you know that today is Test Your Smoke Alarm Day? Learn about smoke alarms, fire safety, and home fire escape planning. Fire safety can save lives.
Yukon wildfire officials presenting at Scandinavian conference
September 25, 2023
The Government of Yukon is sending two wildfire officials to Finland to participate in a Scandinavian emergency services conference.
Statement from the Government of Yukon on the deaths of four BC firefighters
September 21, 2023
The Government of Yukon and Wildland Fire Management send our deepest condolences to British Columbia today after the deaths of four wildland firefighters.
Yukon Public Libraries eliminate late fees
September 19, 2023
Library users in the Yukon will no longer be charged late fees on overdue materials.
Village of Carmacks celebrates the opening of its new firehall
September 18, 2023
Carmacks opens the door to its new firehall and emergency response centre.
Statement from Premier Ranj Pillai and Minister Richard Mostyn on Firefighters’ National Memorial Day
September 8, 2023
Premier Ranj Pillai and Minister Richard Mostyn have issued a statement recognizing Firefighters’ National Memorial Day on Sunday, September 10.
Statement from Premier Pillai and Minister Mostyn celebrating Yukon First Nations wildland firefighting
September 7, 2023
Government of Yukon congratulates the graduates of the Yukon First Nations Wildfire training initiatives.
25 Yukon fire personnel deployed to Northwest Territories
August 31, 2023
The Government of Yukon has sent wildland fire personnel to help manage fires in the Northwest Territories.