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Yukoners can now apply for their Good Energy rebates online
June 17, 2021
Yukoners can now apply for their Good Energy rebates with ease using the new online platform.
Government of Yukon withdraws additional lands from mineral staking in Dawson planning region
June 15, 2021
The Government of Yukon withdraws additional lands from mineral staking in Dawson planning region following the release of the Dawson Regional Planning Commission’s draft plan.
Government of Yukon and Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in congratulate the Dawson Regional Land Use Planning Commission on the release of their draft plan
June 15, 2021
The Government of Yukon and Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in would like to thank the Dawson Regional Land Use Planning Commission for their continued dedication and hard work on the draft plan.
Government of Yukon withdraws lands from mineral staking in Dawson planning region
March 11, 2021
The Government of Yukon has withdrawn from mineral staking certain areas of high conservation value in the Dawson planning region.
Changes to Territorial Lands (Yukon) Act proposed
March 11, 2021
Proposed amendments to the Territorial Lands (Yukon) Act is part of ongoing work to create new resource roads regulations for Yukon.
Sixth Project Agreement reached in Yukon Resource Gateway Project
March 1, 2021
The Government of Yukon and First Nation of Na-Cho Nyäk Dun have signed a Project Agreement to enhance the safety of the Silver Trail to Mayo and Keno City.
New guidelines for quartz mining projects will help protect Yukon water
February 2, 2021
The Government of Yukon releases guidelines to help with environmental management of quartz mining projects in Yukon.
Government of Yukon passes new regulation to manage use of off-road vehicles
January 28, 2021
The Government of Yukon passes new regulation for off-road vehicle use in Yukon.
Local area planning process to start for the Łu Zil Män (Fish Lake) area
January 14, 2021
The Government of Yukon and Kwanlin Dün First Nation launch a local area planning process for the Łu Zil Män area and are recruiting interested parties for the steering committee.
Largest Whitehorse land lottery includes residential and commercial lots
November 26, 2020
Major land lottery and tender will increase variety and availability of Whistle Bend and country residential lots in Whitehorse.