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Statement from Minister of the Public Service Commission Sandy Silver on Public Service Week
June 13, 2023
The Government of Yukon celebrates the dedication and commitment of public servants working across the Yukon.
Government of Yukon and Yukon Employees’ Union ratify new collective agreement
June 6, 2023
The three-year agreement contains several updates and new provisions to benefit employees.
Senior leadership updates for Energy, Mines and Resources
June 1, 2023
Premier Ranj Pillai has appointed Lauren Haney as the deputy minister for the Department of Energy, Mines and Resources.
Tentative agreement reached between the Yukon government and the Public Service Alliance of Canada/Yukon Employees’ Union
May 26, 2023
The Government of Yukon and the Public Service Alliance of Canada/Yukon Employees’ Union have reached a tentative agreement.
Senior leadership change for Executive Council Office and Economic Development
May 11, 2023
Premier Ranj Pillai has appointed new leaders for the Executive Council Office and the Department of Economic Development.
Senior leadership updates in the Government of Yukon public service
May 4, 2023
Premier Ranj Pillai has made changes to the leadership positions in the departments of Energy, Mines and Resources, Health and Social Services, Finance.
Government of Yukon tables bill updating Public Service Act and Coroners Act
March 9, 2023
The proposed change to the hiring process for Yukon government employees will help remove barriers and support efforts to be an inclusive employer.
Indigenous employees recognized for public service excellence
January 12, 2023
Premier Sandy Silver presented Pat Joe with the Indigenous Employees Award of Honour and Norma Davignon with the Naats Tláa Award.
Leadership update for two Government of Yukon departments
January 5, 2023
New deputy minister for the Department of Finance and a term extension for the deputy minister of the Department of Justice.
Statement from Minister John Streicker on the Yukon government being recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers
December 7, 2022
The Government of Yukon is one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for the 10th year in a row.