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Statement from Minister Lang on launching engagement on territorial firearms legislation
Minister Lang announces engagement on developing territorial firearms legislation.
Yukon government supports community-led crime prevention and victim services projects
Six Yukon community projects were awarded $269,044 in funding for spring 2026 from the Crime Prevention and Victim Services Trust.
Update on substance use deaths from Chief Coroner of Yukon
In the first three months of 2026, there have been no fatalities linked to toxic drugs reported to the Yukon Coroner Services.
Government of Yukon introduces opioid litigation legislation
The Government of Yukon introduces legislation to support legal actions to recover damages and health care costs associated with opioid products.
Yukon government affirms commitment to community safety with initiatives in Budget 2026
Budget 2026 to include millions in new investments in a strengthened police force to increase public safety and respond to criminal activity
New templates, user guide available to help Yukoners draft enduring powers of attorney
To support Yukoners drafting their enduring powers of attorney without hiring a lawyer, the Government of Yukon has developed templates and a user guide.
New Regulation in place under the Maintenance Enforcement Act
The Government of Yukon has made a new Income Exempt from Garnishment Regulation under the Maintenance Enforcement Act.
Ten Yukon community projects funded by the Crime Prevention and Victim Services Trust through fall 2025 intake
Ten Yukon community projects awarded $317,462 in funding for fall 2025 from the Crime Prevention and Victim Services Trust.
Statement from Minister Lang in support of Yukoners who own firearms
Minister of Justice and Attorney General Laura Lang has issued a statement in support of Yukon firearm owners.
Statement from Minister Laura Lang on National Crime Stoppers Month
January is National Crime Stoppers Month. Learn how Crime Stoppers Yukon supports community safety with anonymous tip options by phone and online.
Date modified: 2026-05-27