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March 27, 2020: Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health provides update on COVID-19
March 27, 2020
Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley has an update on measures being taken in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Yukon declares state of emergency in response to COVID-19
March 27, 2020
To further protect Yukoners, government is declaring a state of emergency under the Civil Emergency Measures Act.
Special guide licence application period delayed
March 27, 2020
Special guide licence lottery application period is being delayed and reassessed before June, but permit hunt authorization will continue as planned.
Interim supports for arts and culture sectors announced
March 27, 2020
Three temporary funding initiatives in place to support Yukon artists, businesses, not-for-profit organizations and collectives during COVID-19 pandemic.
Government announces $1 million increase to tourism cooperative marketing fund
March 27, 2020
Government injects $1 million into tourism industry COVID-19 relief
Potential COVID-19 exposure in Yukon
March 26, 2020
The Government of Yukon is notifying Yukoners of two possible sources of COVID-19 exposure in the territory.
Government of Yukon is making sure Yukoners have home security during COVID-19
March 26, 2020
Government of Yukon protects residential tenants affected by COVID-19 with eviction protection measures.
Aviation fees waived
March 26, 2020
The Government of Yukon announces economic supports for the aviation industry to offset the negative impacts of the COVID-19.
New financial support for Yukon businesses and workers
March 26, 2020
The Government of Yukon today announced a new criteria-based rebate program for Yukon employers and self-employed individuals in response to the economic impacts of COVID-19.
Yukoners with Type 1 Diabetes receive continued support
March 25, 2020
Government of Yukon announces continued funding for continuous glucose monitors.