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Statement from Minister McPhee on National Nurse Practitioner Week
Minister McPhee recognizes National Nurse Practitioner Week, celebrating the essential role of nurse practitioners in promoting health across the Yukon.
Statement from Premier Pillai on the Little Salmon/Carmacks First Nation election
The Premier congratulates Russell Blackjack on his election as Chief of the Little Salmon/Carmacks First Nation.
Statement from Minister Streicker on the Government of Yukon’s support for the territory’s artists
Minister of Tourism and Culture John Streicker provides an update on the Government of Yukon’s support for the territory’s arts and artists
Government of Yukon shares fourth Our Clean Future climate change progress report
The Our Clean Future: 2023 annual report shares progress on Our Clean Future goals and targets, including adapting to climate change impacts and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
Statement from Premier Pillai on the visit from the Consul General for Argentina
Premier Pillai has issued the following statement on the visit from Argentine Consulate General, Ricardo Arredondo.
Statement from Premier Pillai on commemorating Veterans this November
Premier Ranj Pillai encourages Yukoners to remember and honour those who have served Canada in uniform.
Amendments to the Forest Resource Act and technical amendments to the Environment Act passed in the Legislative Assembly
Bill No. 39, Amendments to the Forest Resources Act, and Bill No. 41, Technical amendments (Environment) Act (2024), received assent in the Yukon Legislative Assembly.
Yukoners recognized for crime prevention and community safety during 2024 Minister of Justice Community Safety Awards
Yukoners recognized for their efforts to prevent crime and foster community safety with Minister of Justice Community Safety Awards.
Final recipients of Yukon 125 anniversary medals announced
The Government of Yukon recognizes final recipients of the commemorative Yukon 125 medals.
Government of Yukon partners with power utilities and Whitehorse to strengthen emergency protocols
The Government of Yukon worked with utility and government partners to improve and test the emergency plan for operational challenges to the electrical system.
