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Statement from Premier Sandy Silver regarding the airplane accident near Mayo Lake
August 7, 2019
Premier Sandy Silver issued the following statement about the airplane accident near Mayo Lake.
Third Session of Legislative Assembly begins in October
August 1, 2019
Commissioner to deliver Speech from the Throne to open new Session.
Independent Commission on Electoral Reform members appointed
July 15, 2019
A three-member Independent Commission on Electoral Reform has been selected to recommend ways to further improve democracy in Yukon.
Premier Silver discusses growing the economy at Council of the Federation
July 11, 2019
Premier Silver discussed growing the economy, Canada’s position in the Arctic, and mental health and addictions at the Council of the Federation.
Commissioner unveils Order of Yukon design, personal Coat of Arms and new exhibit at the Taylor House
July 10, 2019
A new Order of Yukon design, Commissioner’s Coat of Arms and Taylor House exhibit were unveiled at the Office of the Commissioner of Yukon today.
Western Premiers conclude meetings in Edmonton, Alberta
June 27, 2019
Premier Sandy Silver promotes shared vision for Canada’s northern and western communities at Edmonton conference.
Northern Premiers discuss prosperity, reconciliation and sustainability in the North
June 14, 2019
Premier Sandy Silver hosted Northwest Territories Premier Bob McLeod and Nunavut Premier Joe Savikataaq in Dawson City on June 13 and 14.
19 groups receive funding to support marginalized youth
June 12, 2019
The Government of Yukon awarded funding to 19 groups for projects to support Yukon youth.
Territorial Premiers to meet in Dawson City to discuss northern priorities
June 10, 2019
Premiers to meet in Dawson City on June 13 and 14 to continue their joint work to help improve life for all northerners.
Public engagement to support preventing workplace violence and harassment
June 10, 2019
The Government of Yukon is seeking to help prevent violence and harassment in Yukon workplaces.