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Government of Yukon launches Inclusive Yukon Families public engagement
The Government of Yukon launches Inclusive Yukon Families public engagement to update laws to better reflect parentage and naming options.
Statement on Wear Red Canada from the Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee
To mark Wear Red Canada on February 13, 2024, the Minister of Health and Social Services promotes the prevention of heart disease in women.
Government of Yukon supporting Whitehorse General Hospital during period of high demand
Yukon government strategies for managing hospital pressures.
Full-service midwifery care resumes for Yukoners
The Yukon Midwifery Program will be accepting applications on February 12.
Statement from Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee on World Cancer Day
In recognition of World Cancer Day on February 4, Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee acknowledges the many impacts of cancer and support services available.
Statement from Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee on Eating Disorders Awareness Week
Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee has issued a statement in recognition of Eating Disorders Awareness Week.
Government of Yukon announces honoraria increase for Emergency Medical Services community responders
The Yukon’s Health and Social Services department is giving honoraria raises to volunteer EMS community responders who care for Yukoners. Effective January 1, 2024.
Government of Yukon announces residential Managed Alcohol Program
Yukon's Managed Alcohol Program marks a new step in our public health strategy, addressing alcohol dependency with a clinical, compassionate approach.
Government of Yukon to open warming centre at Jim Smith Building
New warming centre at Jim Smith Building's old cafeteria provides essential services for Yukoners in need, open March 18 to May 1, 2024.
Statement from Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee on the Yukon Coroner's news release on toxic illicit drugs
Minister of Health and Social Services has issued a statement on the Yukon Coroner's news release on toxic illicit drugs.
Date modified: 2026-05-27