The latest news from the Government of Yukon. View news releases from 2009 to 2021 in our news archive.
News
Statement from Premier Pillai and Minister Mostyn celebrating Yukon First Nations wildland firefighting
Government of Yukon congratulates the graduates of the Yukon First Nations Wildfire training initiatives.
Joint statement from Teslin Tlingit Council Naa Sháade Háni Eric Morris, Minister John Streicker and Minister Richard Mostyn on Win-Win Solutions for Climate Change Adaptation project
Minister Streicker and Minister Mostyn are pleased to support Chief Eric Morris of Teslin Tlingit Council for a natural firebreak north of Teslin.
Council of the Federation Literacy Award presented to Susan McCallum
Council of the Federation Literacy Award presented to Susan McCallum.
Statement from Premier Pillai and Minister of Education Jeanie McLean on the start of the fall 2023 semester at Yukon University
Premier Pillai and Minister of Education McLean welcome students to Yukon University for the 2023-2024 school year.
Joint statement from Premier Pillai and Minister Richard Mostyn on Labour Day
Statement from Premier Ranj Pillai and Minister responsible for Workers’ Safety and Compensation Board Richard Mostyn on Labour Day.
Statement from Minister of Energy, Mines and Resources John Streicker on the Energy and Mines Ministers’ Conference
Minister of Energy, Mines and Resources John Streicker has released the following statement on the Energy and Mines Ministers’ Conference.
The Government of Yukon and the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency launch new Forestry Support Program
The new Forestry Support Program offers up to $15,000 to commercial timber harvesters or retailers through reimbursements.
25 Yukon fire personnel deployed to Northwest Territories
The Government of Yukon has sent wildland fire personnel to help manage fires in the Northwest Territories.
Statement from Minister McPhee on International Overdose Awareness Day
Minister McPhee acknowledges the profound challenge of overdosing and charts a compassionate path forward on International Overdose Awareness Day.
Premier, Minister and Yukon business delegation travelling to Asia to strengthen ties and promote economic growth
Premier Ranj Pillai and Minister John Streicker, alongside a Yukon business delegation, will be strengthening connections in Asia in September.
Date modified: 2026-05-27