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Yukon’s private sector sees benefits of small business tax rate reduced to zero
January 28, 2021
Changes take effect as the Government of Yukon decreases the small business tax rate from two per cent to zero.
2019–20 Public Accounts released
October 29, 2020
Premier and Minister of Finance Sandy Silver tabled the 2019–20 Public Accounts in the Legislative Assembly.
Economy remains resilient as supports for Yukoners continue
October 1, 2020
2020–21 First Supplementary Estimates include COVID-related supports for Yukoners and Yukon businesses.
Banking service change for government and Yukon communities
July 28, 2020
A new banking contract for the Government of Yukon will mean communities will see a new service provider later this year.
Aviation fees waived
March 26, 2020
The Government of Yukon announces economic supports for the aviation industry to offset the negative impacts of the COVID-19.
Cutting taxes proposed to support Yukon businesses
March 11, 2020
Proposed tax cuts would save Yukon businesses approximately $2 million per year.
Surplus budget supports Yukon families, businesses and communities
March 5, 2020
The Government of Yukon’s 2020–21 Budget cuts taxes, invests in communities and includes a $4.1 million surplus.
New deputy minister for the Department of Finance
January 8, 2020
Scott Thompson will join the Government of Yukon as the new deputy minister of the Department of Finance.
2018–19 Public Accounts show $5.8 million deficit
October 30, 2019
The 2018-19 Public Accounts show small changes from what was estimated for the fiscal year.
Yukoners to receive first carbon rebate in October
October 28, 2019
Each individual Yukoner will receive their first carbon rebate payment on October 31, 2019.