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Government of Yukon appoints new chair of the Workers’ Safety and Compensation Board
Kurt Dieckmann steps into the role of Chair for the Yukon Workers’ Safety and Compensation Board, bringing a career-long commitment to fostering a culture of safety across the Yukon.
Practise bear awareness for a safer summer
Yukon conservation officers are reminding Yukoners that bears are active across the territory. This means being extra diligent about practising bear-safe habits at your home, worksite or camp and when recreating outdoors.
Western Premiers discuss building a stronger and more secure Canada
Premier Dixon joined leaders from across western Canada at the 2026 Western Premiers’ Conference in Kananaskis, Alberta, where they focused on advancing shared priorities such as economic growth, job creation, trade and energy development.
Yukon government launches new online forestry industry tools
The new online resource provides a high-level overview of the Yukon forest sector to support wood supply planning, from timber harvest plans for commercial harvesters to personal use firewood permits and more.
Mayo residents invited to help refine flood hazard maps
Mayo residents are invited to review draft flood hazard maps and share feedback to help refine the final maps.
New online tools available to help Yukoners access and update their immunization records
Yukoners now have easier ways to view and update their vaccination history. The Government of Yukon is launching two online tools that let residents securely access their immunization records and submit vaccination documents received outside the territory.
2026–27 school bus registration opens for Whitehorse families
Register your child for 2026–27 school bus service by July 1 to help support route planning before school starts.
Building stronger communities and delivering more homes for the Yukon
The governments of Canada and Yukon partner to build more homes and essential infrastructure for Yukoners.
Premier Dixon and Governor Dunleavy sign renewed Alaska-Yukon Intergovernmental Accord
Premier Dixon and Governor Dunleavy met in Alaska.
Yukon government approves land transfer to Dawson Society for Children and Families
The Government of Yukon approves land transfer for a nominal fee to Dawson Society for Children and Families.
Date modified: 2026-05-27