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April snow survey shows snowpack is average to well above average across most of the Yukon
The Government of Yukon has released the April Yukon Snow Survey Bulletin and Water Supply Forecast.
Government of Yukon shares updates for the 2026–27 hunting and fishing licensing year
Government of Yukon shares updates for the 2026-27 licensing year.
Updated hunting licence process safeguards hunting opportunities for Yukoners
The Government of Yukon is updating its resident hunting licence application process to safeguard hunting opportunities for Yukoners.
Draft flood hazard maps for Ross River available for public comment
Draft flood hazard maps for Ross River are open for public feedback until April 10.
Government of Yukon taking steps to mitigate elk conflicts in the Takhini Valley
The Government of Yukon is taking steps to address ongoing conflicts between the Takhini elk herd and agricultural landowners in the Takhini Valley area.
March snow survey shows snowpack is average to well above average across most of the Yukon
The Government of Yukon has released the March Yukon Snow Survey Bulletin and Water Supply Forecast.
Government of Yukon prepares for 2026 camping season
Campers can now book Tombstone backcountry sites; frontcountry reservations open April 8, offering more options for the 2026 camping season.
Draft flood hazard maps for Upper Liard available for public comment
Draft flood hazard maps for Upper Liard are open for public feedback until March 2.
Government of Yukon pauses expansion of Extended Producer Responsibility program
The Government of Yukon is pausing expansion of Extended Producer Responsibility program by delaying implementation of the hazardous and special waste program to allow time to gather feedback on how current EPR programs are working.
Statement from Minister Istchenko on the 2025 Yukon Outfitters Ball
Minister of Environment Wade Istchenko issued a statement on the return of the Outfitters Ball to Haines Junction last weekend, highlighting community, heritage and stewardship.
Date modified: 2026-05-27