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Government of Yukon approves condominium regulations, sets October 1, 2022, date for new legislation to come into force
February 11, 2022
New condominium legislation balances development opportunities with consumer interests.
Amendments to Territorial Court Judiciary Pension Plan Act tabled in the Yukon Legislative Assembly
October 18, 2021
The proposed amendments establish pension arrangements for judges of the Territorial Court of the Yukon.
Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Act amendment tabled in the Yukon Legislative Assembly
October 12, 2021
Amendments to Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Act would increase public safety in Yukon communities.
Amendment to Family Property and Support Act tabled
October 7, 2021
The proposed amendment would provide equal access to spousal support for common-law and married spouses.
Coroners Act and regulations come into force
August 19, 2021
The Coroners Act has been updated to support modern best practices for coroner’s investigations.
Call for nominations for the Minister of Justice Community Safety Awards
July 19, 2021
Nominations are open for the Community Safety Awards to recognize Yukoners who have improved safety in their communities.
Seven community projects awarded Crime Prevention and Victim Services Trust funding
July 16, 2021
Projects funded are working to address root causes of crime in the Yukon and provide support and services to those who have been victims of crime.
Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Act amendments tabled in the Yukon Legislative Assembly
March 9, 2021
Amendments to Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Act would increase public safety in Yukon communities.
Amendment to Family Property and Support Act tabled
March 9, 2021
The Government of Yukon tabled an amendment today to the Family Property and Support Act.
Amendments to Condominium Act, 2015 proposed
October 8, 2020
Proposed amendments would balance consumer protection and economic opportunities.