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Phase seven lottery and tender open for new lots in Whistle Bend
April 17, 2024
Lottery and tender releases for residential lots in Whistle Bend.
The Government of Yukon expands Good Energy clean transportation incentives
March 21, 2024
Yukoners can now receive up to $10,000 in rebates for commercial electric vehicles, up to $2,500 for e-transportation devices and up to $1500 for Level 2 EV charging stations.
Government of Yukon promotes diverse housing opportunities with opening of sale by tender of Whitehorse’s 2 Klondike Road
March 14, 2024
The lot tender for the former Macaulay Lodge site at 2 Klondike Road is now open for bids.
The Government of Yukon and West End Developments announce sale of 5th and Rogers
March 14, 2024
The Government of Yukon will sell the 5th and Rogers site to West End Development to develop the lot for residential and commercial use.
Government of Yukon highlights territory’s mineral potential at conferences in Vancouver
January 26, 2024
Premier Pillai and the Minister of Energy, Mines and Resources attended mining conferences to promote mineral potential.
Government of Yukon creates opportunity for the Yukon’s private sector to offer electric vehicle charging services
January 25, 2024
Yukon businesses, municipalities and Yukon First Nations can now offer electric vehicle charging services and collect user fees on the electricity sold to the public.
Statement from Premier Pillai on critical minerals and energy meeting with Minister Wilkinson
January 8, 2024
Premier Pillai joined by mining representatives to discuss priorities with federal Minister.
Government of Yukon working with public utilities to ensure Yukon grid remains reliable as intermittent renewables increase
December 14, 2023
New applications for micro-generation projects in the Whitehorse area and Southern Lakes are temporarily on hold as of December 15, 2023 while a feasibility study is underway.
New regulations under Public Utilities Act approved
November 28, 2023
Two new regulations allow Yukon utilities to purchase electricity from renewable energy projects located in British Columbia.
Yukoners reminded to consult designated harvesting map for holiday tree cutting in Whitehorse
November 24, 2023
The holiday season is upon us. Find out where you can harvest a Christmas tree for your house.