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Water treatment to resume at Eagle Gold Mine with preparations for spring melt underway
The Government of Yukon provides an update on the Eagle Gold Mine site and preparations for spring melt.
Government of Yukon provides update on Wareham Dam spillway project
The Government of Yukon provides an update on the Yukon Energy Corporation’s replacement of the Wareham Dam spillway.
Governments of Yukon and Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in thank Dawson Regional Planning Commission on release of Final Recommended Dawson Regional Land Use Plan
The Governments of Yukon and Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in extend thanks to the Dawson Regional Planning Commission on release of the Final Recommended Plan for the Dawson regional land use planning area.
Yukon government launches Dependable Grid Program to protect winter power reliability
The Government of Yukon introduces new Dependable Grid Program and retires electric transportation rebates.
Yukon government takes steps to address energy needs
On March 24, the Act to Repeal the Clean Energy Act was introduced in the Yukon Legislative Assembly to help curb energy demand.
Government of Yukon participates in national discussion on responsible mineral development
Energy, Mines and Resources Minister Ted Laking met Tuesday with federal, provincial and territorial ministers responsible for mines at the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada Conference.
Government of Yukon provides update on Victoria Gold Corporation receivership
The Government of Yukon provides an update on the Victoria Gold Corporation receivership.
Northern mining and energy ministers meet to strengthen collaboration on development of critical minerals
Ministers responsible for mining in Canada's three territories met on March 1, 2026, at a Pan-Northern Ministers’ Meeting prior at the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada conference.
The Yukon takes decisive action to make mining more predictable
The Government of Yukon announces changes to strengthen the territory’s competitiveness as a mining jurisdiction.
Government of Yukon makes progress on identifying new areas for firewood
The Government of Yukon is increasing wood supply planning. Four new timber harvest projects are now available to commercial harvesters and another four are currently undergoing environmental and socio-economic assessment.
Date modified: 2026-05-27