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Several bills receive assent in the Yukon Legislative Assembly
March 24, 2022
Six pieces of legislation debated in the Spring Sitting have now received assent.
New COVID-19 Relief and Recovery Fund available for non-profits and non-governmental organizations
March 23, 2022
The Government of Yukon has partnered with Volunteer Bénévoles Yukon to launch a COVID-19 Relief and Recovery Fund for non-profits and NGOs.
Funding announced for the redesign of Mount McIntyre Recreation Centre
March 23, 2022
$800,000 announced for redesign of Mount McIntyre Recreation Centre and energy efficiency upgrades.
Statement from Minister of Tourism and Culture Ranj Pillai on Dawson City Music Festival’s new headquarters
March 22, 2022
Minister of Tourism and Culture Ranj Pillai has issued the following statement on Dawson City Music Festival’s new headquarters.
New temporary Inflation Relief Rebate to save Yukoners and local businesses $150 on their electricity bills
March 22, 2022
New temporary Inflation Relief Rebate will save Yukoners and local businesses a total of $150 on their electricity bills
Vaccination requirement continues for workers in high-risk settings in the Yukon
March 22, 2022
Vaccination requirement remains in place to protect the most vulnerable Yukoners accessing services in high-risk settings.
At-home rapid testing distribution continues to be expanded in the Yukon
March 22, 2022
At-home rapid test kits are now available at participating Yukon businesses.
Government of Yukon reviewing Civil Emergency Measures Act and Public Health and Safety Act
March 18, 2022
The Government of Yukon is reviewing the Civil Emergency Measures Act and the Public Health and Safety Act.
Air North, Yukon's Airline and Philippine Airlines work to finalize interline agreement
March 18, 2022
Interline agreement will further strengthen the ties between the Yukon and the Philippines.
The Yukon and the Philippines sign Memorandum of Understanding on immigration
March 18, 2022
The Government of Yukon has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Republic of the Philippines to allow more Filipino workers to immigrate to the Yukon.