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Amendments to the Business Corporations Act passed in the Yukon Legislative Assembly
The legislative assembly passed amendments to the Business Corporations Act (Yukon) to strengthen corporate beneficial ownership transparency.
Test of AlertReady emergency messaging system planned for November 20
On Wednesday, November 20, there will be a national test of the AlertReady emergency alerting system at 1:55 pm. You should receive an alert on your cellphone, radio or TV.
Government of Yukon partners with power utilities and Whitehorse to strengthen emergency protocols
The Government of Yukon worked with utility and government partners to improve and test the emergency plan for operational challenges to the electrical system.
The Government of Yukon makes it easier for nurses and nurse practitioners to work in the Yukon
The Government of Yukon creates new pathways for faster entry for nurses and nurse practitioners into the Yukon.
Wildfire Hub shifts to new off-season layout showcasing FireSmart sites
The Wildfire Hub has a new look for the winter months that summarizes the wildfire season and shares more information about FireSmart work.
Statement from Minister Mostyn on fire and flood season
Statement from Minister of Community Services Richard Mostyn on fire and flood season 2024.
Statement from Minister of Community Services Richard Mostyn on the ShakeOut earthquake drill
Yukoners joined millions worldwide in the Great ShakeOut earthquake drill to learn how to stay safe during an earthquake.
Statement from Minister of Community Services Richard Mostyn on municipal elections
Minister of Community Services Richard Mostyn welcomes new municipal councils.
Government of Yukon launches free public transit initiative in Whitehorse
Government of Yukon launches free transit initiative.
Amendments to the Business Corporations Act tabled for beneficial ownership transparency
Government of Yukon tables Bill 43 to adopt beneficial ownership transparency and help combat the misuse of corporations for money laundering, tax evasion and other illegal conduct
Date modified: 2026-05-27