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The Government of Yukon recognizes excellence in mining practices
November 22, 2022
The Government of Yukon announced the winners of the 2022 Robert E. Leckie awards yesterday evening at the 50th annual Geoscience Forum & Trade Show banquet.
Clean Energy Act receives assent in the Yukon Legislative Assembly
November 16, 2022
The Clean Energy Act received assent in the Legislative Assembly today.
Two Klondike Valley farms win Yukon Agriculture Award
November 8, 2022
Congratulations to Lastraw Ranch’s Megan Waterman and Klondike Valley Nursery’s John Lenart and Kim Melton for winning the 2022 Yukon Agriculture Award.
New incentive available for commercial timber harvesting businesses
October 26, 2022
The Government of Yukon is offering a new incentive for commercial timber harvesters. Registered commercial businesses can qualify to get $10 per cubic metre for wood they harvest.
New Better Buildings program makes energy efficient retrofits more affordable for Yukon homes and businesses
October 25, 2022
The new Better Buildings program offers low-interest loans to support energy efficient upgrades to homes and businesses throughout the Yukon.
Clean Energy Act tabled in the Legislative Assembly
October 11, 2022
The Clean Energy Act was tabled today. It would legislate the Yukon government’s targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions and increase accountability through public reporting.
New rebate launched to offset increased cost of firewood for home heating
September 28, 2022
The Government of Yukon is offering a new incentive where Yukoners purchasing firewood to heat their homes can apply for a $50 rebate for each cord purchased, up to 10 cords.
The Recommended Dawson Regional Land Use Plan is now available
September 7, 2022
The Recommended Dawson Regional Land Use Plan is now available to Yukoners.
New framework proposed for mineral staking and development in planned and zoned communities
August 29, 2022
The Government of Yukon is seeking public feedback on the proposed Mineral Staking and Development Framework for Planned and Zoned Communities.
Government of Yukon seeks input on intensity-based emissions targets for mining and rebate options for emission-intensive facilities
August 17, 2022
The Government of Yukon is engaging with the mining industry, First Nations governments, environmental groups and the public to develop intensity-based emissions targets.