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Amendments to Legal Profession Act, 2017 tabled
March 10, 2022
The Government of Yukon tabled an amendment to the Legal Profession Act, 2017 today.
Private seniors residence to pursue Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities Canada accreditation
March 9, 2022
Normandy Living, the Yukon’s first private seniors residence, will pursue accreditation with a nationally recognized organization.
Act to Amend the Child and Family Services Act tabled
March 9, 2022
These amendments focus on the over-representation of Yukon First Nations children in care, and work to embed the importance of culture and community throughout the Child and Family
Work to develop Student Outcome Strategy underway
March 9, 2022
A Student Outcome Strategy will better support evidence-based decisions and actions to improve student outcomes.
Eagle feathers unveiled for use in Yukon courtrooms
March 8, 2022
Eagle feathers to be used in Yukon courtrooms as part of a series of initiatives aimed at making the experience of attending court more culturally-inclusive for Yukon First Nations
Public input sought as new holiday considered for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
March 8, 2022
Yukoners invited to provide input on National Truth and Reconciliation Day as new general holiday in the Yukon.
March snow survey confirms snowpack levels are above to well above average in the Yukon
March 8, 2022
The March Yukon Snow Survey Bulletin and Water Supply Forecast is now available.
Amendment to the Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Act tabled
March 8, 2022
A proposed amendment to the Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Act was tabled today.
Ukrainian Family Support Desk launched to help Ukrainians seek residency in the Yukon and Canada
March 7, 2022
The Government of Yukon has launched a support desk to assist Ukrainians looking for safe haven in the Yukon.
Old Crow winter road is complete
March 7, 2022
The Old Crow Winter road is open for restricted traffic.