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2018–19 hunting season in Ross River area
July 31, 2018
Hunters are reminded to be safe, responsible and respectful when heading out for harvest season.
Eight projects receive Crime Prevention and Victim Services Trust funds
July 30, 2018
Projects funded are reaching youth and providing opportunities to form relationships, build life skills and encourage healthy lifestyles.
Second phase of Carcross/Tagish First Nation Learning Centre complete
July 27, 2018
Built by local Citizens, the new learning wing serves as the Carcross language Hub.
Government of Canada invests $30 million to support health care services in Yukon
July 25, 2018
A bilateral agreement was signed today outlining how Yukon plans to invest its share of federal funding.
2018–19 Permit Hunt will go ahead, despite errors found in redraw
July 23, 2018
Given that the hunting season starts on August 1, and hunters need time to plan and prepare, a further redraw will not take place.
Yukon Premier to make sure infrastructure investment fits territory’s needs
July 20, 2018
Yukon Premier Sandy Silver reports on his discussions with Premiers in New Brunswick.
Territorial Premiers commit to working with new federal Ministers to advance the needs of northerners
July 18, 2018
The Premiers acknowledge and welcome the appointments of the new federal Ministers.
Yukon’s policing priorities set for 2018–19
July 18, 2018
The policing priorities include addressing violence against women and building stronger relationships with First Nations, communities and youth.
Local company awarded Yukon’s air ambulance value-driven contract
July 17, 2018
The Government of Yukon announced today that it awarded the air ambulance services contract to Alkan Air.
Yukon Premier continues work with counterparts for a strong Canada
July 17, 2018
Yukon Premier Sandy Silver to participate in summer meeting of Premiers to continue shared work to strengthen Canada.