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Keno residents receive new waste collection equipment
The Government of Yukon is providing new household waste collection equipment to the residents of Keno to support a new weekly waste pickup service planned by the Hecla Mining Comp
Yukoners can expect an emergency alert test on their cell phones, TVs and radios on November 16
The Yukon is participating in a national test of the AlertReady system. A test alert will be sent to radio, TV and cell phones on Wednesday, November 16 at approximately 1:55pm.
Statement from Community Services Minister Richard Mostyn on 2027 Canada Winter Games
Community Services Minister Mostyn has released a statement about the 2027 Canada Winter Games.
Yukoners join worldwide earthquake drill this Thursday
At 10:20 am on Thursday, October 20, Yukoners will Drop, Cover and Hold On for the Great ShakeOut earthquake drill.
Canada Games Centre receives two new electric Zamboni® machines
City of Whitehorse buys two electric Zamboni® ice resurfacing machines for Canada Games Centre with support from the Canada Community-Building Fund.
Joint statement on the visit of Canada Winter Games Bid Evaluation Committee to Whitehorse
The Yukon government, City of Whitehorse and Yukon’s Member of Parliament welcome the Canada Games Bid Evaluation Committee for an evaluation for the 2027 Canada Winter Games bid.
Active living celebrated at annual recreation gathering
Active living celebrated at annual recreation gathering.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on track to become statutory day in the Yukon
The Yukon plans to begin honouring September 30, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, as a statutory day in 2023.
Government of Yukon advances new recreation centre in Dawson
Government of Yukon advances work to create a new recreation centre in Dawson.
New Community Services Building opens in Faro
The new Faro Community Services Building has officially opened its doors.
Date modified: 2026-05-27