The latest news from the Government of Yukon. View news releases from 2009 to 2017 in our news archive.
News
The Government of Yukon releases new quartz mining guide to help protect water in the Yukon
October 15, 2021
The Government of Yukon releases guidelines to help with water management of quartz mining projects in the Yukon.
Wetlands policy out for final public review
October 4, 2021
The Government of Yukon is looking for feedback on a final draft of the wetlands policy.
Ban on single-use shopping bags coming to the Yukon
October 1, 2021
The first step to reducing single-use products in the territory. A ban on plastic shopping bags starts January 1, 2022.
United Way Breakfast tickets now available
September 14, 2021
The Government of Yukon will host the annual United Way Breakfast fundraiser on Friday, September 24 at Mount McIntyre Recreation Centre.
First annual Our Clean Future report highlights actions taken on climate change and energy in 2020
August 13, 2021
The first report highlights actions taken on climate change and energy in 2020 towards the goals set out in Our Clean Future.
Statement from Minister Clarke on the latest US intent to re-evaluate oil and gas leasing in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge
August 10, 2021
Minister Clarke has issued the following statement on the latest US intent to re-evaluate oil and gas leasing in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.
Candidates sought for Yukon Climate Leadership Council
August 9, 2021
The Yukon Climate Leadership Council will develop recommendations for how the Yukon can reach its 45 per cent greenhouse gas emission reduction target by 2030.
Statement from Minister Clarke regarding hunting in Yukon First Nations traditional territories
August 9, 2021
Minister of Environment Nils Clarke released the following statement regarding hunting in Yukon First Nations traditional territories.
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.
Statement from the Government of Yukon on Alaska’s pre-season restrictions for Chinook fisheries
June 8, 2021
Minister of Environment Nils Clarke has released the following statement in response to the Alaska Department of Fish and Game’s May 28 announcement.