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COVID-19 outbreak declared in Ghùch Tiâ Community School in Carcross
October 1, 2021
The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health declares a COVID-19 outbreak at the Ghùch Tiâ Community School in Carcross. Four new cases since Wednesday, September 29.
COVID-19 booster doses being provided to long-term care residents
October 1, 2021
The Yukon’s long-term care residents begin receiving booster dose of COVID-19 vaccine following recommendation by National Advisory Committee on Immunization.
Ban on single-use shopping bags coming to the Yukon
October 1, 2021
The first step to reducing single-use products in the territory. A ban on plastic shopping bags starts January 1, 2022.
September 29, 2021: COVID-19 case count update
September 29, 2021
The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott reports four new cases of COVID-19 from noon on Monday, September 27, to noon Wednesday, September 29.
Statement from Premier Sandy Silver on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
September 29, 2021
Premier Sandy Silver has issued the following statement on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Yukon Public Libraries celebrates National Library Month
September 29, 2021
October is National Library Month, Yukon public libraries are celebrating by highlighting their online resources and accessible tools.
Five Yukon projects receive funding from the Community Development Fund
September 29, 2021
Five community projects across the Yukon receive support from the Community Development Fund.
The Yukon’s first supervised consumption site open today
September 29, 2021
The Yukon’s first supervised consumption site is now open to clients.
Paid Sick Leave Rebate extended to support Yukon businesses and workers
September 28, 2021
The Government of Yukon has renewed and extended the Paid Sick Leave Rebate for Yukon employers and self-employed people. New intake begins on October 1, 2021.
COVID-19 cases impacting three rural community schools
September 27, 2021
The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott reports six new cases of COVID-19 over the weekend and issues one new public exposure notice.