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Child Development Centre to move into new, permanent space in 2023
December 6, 2022
Yukon government to support the Child Development Centre to move to a permanent location in downtown Whitehorse next summer.
Timelines announced for Yukon schools considering joining the First Nation School Board
December 1, 2022
Yukon schools have the option to consider joining the First Nation School Board in 2023.
Statement from Minister of Education Jeanie McLean on the School Board trustee elections
November 9, 2022
Minister of Education Jeanie McLean has released a statement on the newly elected school board trustees and council members.
Two Yukon school boards and one school council will hold general elections in November
October 4, 2022
Candidates interested in becoming a school board trustee must be nominated and meet the eligibility requirements.
Canada announces funding for new school in Burwash Landing
September 26, 2022
The Governments of Canada and Yukon support Kêts’ádań Kù (House of Learning) project in Burwash Landing.
Ready-to-Learn Schools program launched in more Yukon schools
September 13, 2022
The Ready-to-Learn Schools program, which trains teachers and staff to create stronger learning environments for Yukon students, is being launched in more Yukon schools.
New web hub, learning and professional development resources now available for Yukon early childhood educators
August 9, 2022
New professional development opportunities are now available to Yukon early childhood educators, including a $500 bursary to further training and skill development.
School bus routes available for 2022-23 school year
August 1, 2022
School bus routes in Whitehorse for the 2022-23 school year have been finalized and are now available online.
Celebrating the one-year anniversary of signing the Canada-wide Early Learning and Child Care Agreement with the Yukon
July 27, 2022
Access to high-quality, affordable, flexible and inclusive child care grows our economy, allows more women to enter the workforce and gives children the best start in life.
Government shares progress update on Safer Schools Action Plan
July 21, 2022
The Government of Yukon provides progress update on action plan to improve safety in schools.