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Statement from Minister of Health and Social Services and Minister of Justice on International Drug Users Remembrance Day
July 21, 2023
Minister McPhee has issued a Statement on International Drug Users Remembrance Day, as we honour the lives lost and strengthen our commitment to a safer more compassionate society.
Yukon First Nations Chiefs Committee on Health to guide implementation of Putting People First
July 19, 2023
The newly formed Chiefs Committee on Health formalizes partnership between the Government of Yukon and Yukon First Nations on health system transformation.
Joint Statement from Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee and Minister of Community Services Richard Mostyn on National Drowning Prevention Awareness Week
July 18, 2023
The Ministers of Health and Social Services and Community Services acknowledge National Drowning Prevention Awareness Week.
The Government of Yukon and the Government of Canada reach an Agreement in Principle to improve health care services for Yukoners
July 6, 2023
The Yukon and Canadian governments announced an Agreement in Principle to improve health care for Yukoners. The bilateral deal includes $73 million for shared health priorities.
Statement from Minister Tracy-Anne McPhee on Yukon Coroner’s Inquest Report
June 22, 2023
The Minister of Health and Social Services statement on Yukon Coroner’s Inquest Report recommendations.
Joint Statement from Minister of Health and Social Services and Minister of Community Services on the Office of the Auditor General of Canada's Report on Yukon's COVID-19 Response
June 20, 2023
Minister of Health and Social Services and Minister of Community Services respond to OAG's COVID-19 report and acknowledge resilience of Yukoners during this pandemic.
Statement from Minister Tracy-Anne McPhee on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
June 15, 2023
Today, we raise awareness and take action to better protect Elders and older persons across the Yukon and beyond.
Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in Government and the Government of Yukon sign Memorandum of Understanding
June 14, 2023
Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in Government and the Government of Yukon sign Memorandum of Understanding.
Government of Yukon commits to advancing the integration of cultural safety and humility into the health and social system
May 23, 2023
The Government of Yukon is taking steps to coordinate an approach to cultural safety across the health and social system.
Yukon Emergency Medical Services team members recognized with national awards for exemplary service and excellence
May 23, 2023
Seven members of Yukon Medical Emergency Services team receive awards.