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Statement from Premier regarding college funding in federal budget
March 19, 2019
Today’s announcement of up to $26 million for the construction of a science building at Yukon College is very positive news.
Commissioner of Yukon’s statement on the passing of Ken McKinnon
March 18, 2019
Commissioner of Yukon, Angélique Bernard released the following statement on the passing of former Commissioner John Kenneth McKinnon.
Acting deputy minister named for Department of Finance
March 15, 2019
Acting deputy minister named for Department of Finance
Premier’s statement on the passing of Ken McKinnon
March 14, 2019
Premier’s statement on the passing of former Commissioner John Kenneth McKinnon.
Yukon and Alaskan officials discuss cross-border opportunities
February 20, 2019
Premier Sandy Silver met with Alaska’s new Governor Mike Dunleavy and Senator Lisa Murkowski in Juneau, Alaska, on February 19 to discuss cross-border
Government of Yukon and Yukon First Nations meet for Yukon Forum
February 14, 2019
The Premier, Ministers and Chiefs discussed mining, economic development and the Arctic and Northern Policy Framework at the Yukon Forum.
Commissioner Bernard presents Sovereign’s Medal for Volunteers to Jean Smeeton
January 23, 2019
Commissioner Angélique Bernard presented the medal to Jean Smeeton on behalf of Governor General Julie Payette.
Government of Yukon’s Performance Plan updated
December 19, 2018
Update includes priority projects completed over the past year, an outlook for next year and an increased number of government performance measures.
Government of Yukon and Yukon First Nations meet for final Yukon Forum of 2018
December 14, 2018
Fish and wildlife, corrections, child welfare, and land use planning on the agenda at the fourth Yukon Forum of the year.
A statement from Premier Silver about the appointment of a new Yukon Senator
December 12, 2018
The Premier offers Ms. Duncan his support and congratulations.