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Yukon First Nations and Government of Yukon leaders meet for second Yukon Forum of 2025
Leaders representing Yukon First Nations, the Council of Yukon First Nations and the Government of Yukon held the second Yukon Forum of the year.
Statement from Minister of Tourism and Culture John Streicker on International Archives Week
Minister of Tourism and Culture John Streicker has released the following statement for International Archives Week.
Yukon wildfire staff assist on prescribed burn in Alaska
The Government of Yukon sent two wildland fire specialists to Alaska this spring to assist the United States Bureau of Land Management’s Alaska Fire Service with annual spring prescribed burning.
Spring update on construction of 34-unit residence in Dawson
The Government of Yukon is advancing affordable, accessible homes in Dawson.
Government of Yukon amends Air Emissions Regulation to reduce air pollutants and support a cleaner future
The amendments will help to minimize air pollutants from large-scale biomass burning systems, such as those found in schools, offices or large commercial buildings.
Statement from Premier Pillai on the anniversary of D-Day
Premier Pillai has issued the following statement on the anniversary of D-Day.
New regulation approved under Plebiscite Act
The Government of Yukon approved new regulation under the Plebiscite Act.
Final flood hazard maps and What We Heard report for Old Crow now available
The maps provide important information to support climate adaptation, emergency planning and community resilience.
The Government of Yukon invests $3.7 million to build 37 new affordable homes across the Yukon
The Government of Yukon is investing nearly $3.7 million to help build 37 new affordable homes in five Yukon communities through the latest intake of the Housing Initiatives Fund. The funding supports 10 projects, including shovel-ready builds and early-stage concepts.
Statement from the Minister Clarke on the Nisutlin Bay Bridge replacement project
Minister of Highways and Public Works provides an update on the Nisutlin Bay Bridge replacement project.