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Government of Yukon and Yukon First Nations meet in Carcross for Yukon Forum
June 18, 2018
The Premier and Chiefs discussed education and environment matters at a Yukon Forum held in Carcross.
23 community groups supporting Yukon youth receive funding
May 11, 2018
Youth Investment Funding awarded to 23 community groups across Yukon.
Government of Yukon and Yukon First Nations meet for first Yukon Forum of the year
May 7, 2018
The Premier and Chiefs discussed progress on joint priorities including procurement, education, resource royalty sharing and health and wellness.
Statement from Deputy Premier Pillai on White River First Nation’s request to YESAB
May 3, 2018
A statement from the Deputy Premier.
Premiers meet in Ottawa to promote the North
May 1, 2018
The Premiers of Nunavut, Northwest Territories and Yukon will meet in Ottawa this week to discuss several topics including infrastructure and climate.
Spring sitting wraps up, fall 2018 sitting to begin first week of October
April 24, 2018
The Spring 2018 Sitting of the Yukon Legislative Assembly concluded today.
Statement from Premier Silver on the passing of Joe Linklater
April 9, 2018
It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of former Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation Chief Joe Linklater.
Interim Electrical Rebate renewed
March 27, 2018
The rebate reduces the overall amount Yukoners pay each month for electricity.
Order of Yukon award established to honour outstanding achievement
March 22, 2018
The Order gives Yukoners the opportunity to recognize individuals with an honour that ranks alongside the highest orders of other jurisdictions.
New Commissioner appointed by federal government
March 9, 2018
Swearing-in of new Commissioner and Administrator will be held at Taylor House on Monday, March 12.