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Youth encouraged to apply for Arctic Winter Games 2020 Youth Ambassador Program
January 6, 2020
Yukon youth are encouraged to apply to be Yukon youth ambassadors for the Arctic Winter Games 2020.
Public engagement on seasonal time change launches
January 6, 2020
The Government of Yukon is asking Yukoners how time should be observed in the territory.
Yukon improving access to psychiatric specialist services
January 6, 2020
There are now three resident psychiatrists working in the territory, based out of a new private practice in Whitehorse.
Fortymile caribou herd hunting opportunity opening
December 31, 2019
Licensed harvest on Fortymile caribou to open for first time in Yukon since 1995.
Yukon-wide class 1 notification proposed for 2020
December 23, 2019
The Government of Yukon and Yukon First Nations with Final Agreements have reached an agreement to require notification of Class 1 mineral exploration activities across Yukon.
Family mediation pilot project granted extension
December 20, 2019
Yukon’s free family mediation service available to separating or divorcing Yukoners is extended to 2022.
New Burn Better campaign for healthy communities
December 19, 2019
Today, the Burn Better campaign was launched to promote clean air in Yukon’s communities and neighbourhoods.
10 projects receive Crime Prevention and Victim Services Trust funds
December 19, 2019
Projects funded are working to address root causes of crime in Yukon and provide support and services to those who have been a victim of crime.
Lottery for new lots in Whistle Bend
December 18, 2019
The Whistle Bend neighbourhood continues to grow with 55 residential lots just released for single-family homes.
$51,000 awarded to support marginalized youth
December 17, 2019
The Government of Yukon awarded funding to 15 groups for projects to support marginalized youth.