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Health Authority Act receives Assent in the Yukon Legislative Assembly
Yukon's Health Authority Act receives Assent, establishing a legal framework for Shäw Kwä’ą/Health/Wellness Yukon/Santé Et Mieux-être Yukon.
Whitehorse Walk-In Clinic moves to permanent location at Mah’s Point
Whitehorse Walk-In Clinic moves to its permanent location at Mah’s Point, 2145 2nd Avenue on April 29, 2024.
Statement from Minister of Health and Social Services in response to recommendations from the coroner’s inquest
Minister Tracy-Anne McPhee issues a statement following recommendations from the coroner’s inquest.
The Health Transformation Advisory Committee announces information sessions for Shäw Kwä’ą/Health and Wellness Yukon/ Santé et mieux-être Yukon
The Health Transformation Advisory Committee announce Shäw Kwä’ą/Health and Wellness Yukon information sessions in Dawson City, Whitehorse and Watson Lake.
The Government of Yukon and Yukon Hospital Corporation welcome visiting health professionals from Canadian Forces Health Services
New partnership: The Government of Yukon and Yukon Hospital Corporation welcome Canadian Forces Health Services personnel for a unique learning and training experience.
Statement from Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee on World Tuberculosis Day
Join us in our commitment to end tuberculosis – a global challenge that we can overcome together.
Statement from Minister McPhee on new community space in the Jim Smith building
The Yukon government is opening a community space in the Jim Smith Building. Yukoners can access computers, WiFi, washrooms, snacks, bus passes and hygiene products.
Government of Yukon extends engagement period for Inclusive Yukon Families survey
The Government of Yukon extends the Inclusive Yukon Families engagement survey to March 22, 2024.
Statement from Minister McPhee on securing nearly $86 million to improve health care in the Yukon
The Yukon and Canada signed health care agreements amounting to nearly $86 million to improve health care in the territory.
Health Authority Act tabled in the Yukon Legislative Assembly
The Health Authority Act, which provides a legislative framework for the Yukon’s new health authority, was tabled in the Yukon Legislative Assembly today.
Date modified: 2026-05-27