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Statement from the Government of Yukon on the death of a wildfire fighter in British Columbia
The Government of Yukon and Wildland Fire Management extend deepest condolences to B.C. and Ontario after the loss of an Ontario wildfire fighter in B.C. on Friday.
Statement from Minister of Environment Nils Clarke on the Canadian Council for Ministers of Environment meeting
Minister of Environment Nils Clarke has released the following statement on the Canadian Council of Ministers of Environment meeting.
Statement from Minister of Women and Gender Equity Directorate Jeanie McLean on World Day Against Trafficking in Persons
Minister responsible for the Women and Gender Equity Directorate Jeanie McLean has issued a statement for World Day Against Trafficking Persons.
Statement from Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee on health centre service reductions and staffing shortages
Minister McPhee releases statement addressing the current health human resources challenges in the Yukon.
Government of Yukon provides update on Minto mine
Unpaid royalties resolved, receiver appointed and reclamation planning begins for Minto mine.
Yukon government waives tipping fees for Southern Lakes region affected by windstorms
The Government of Yukon waives tipping fees for storm debris in the Southern Lakes region.
Health Human Resources Steering Committee formed to help bolster Yukon health care
The Government of Yukon and the Yukon Hospital Corporation have formed a Health Human Resources Steering Committee to tackle the territory’s health human resources challenges.
Government of Yukon announces support for the City of Whitehorse's 2026 Arctic Winter Games bid
Government of Yukon supports 2026 Arctic Winter Games bid.
Statement from Minister Streicker on the Haa Ḵusteeyí celebration
Minister John Streicker sends well wishes for the upcoming Haa Ḵusteeyí celebration in Atlin, British Columbia.
Yukon retains ‘AA Stable’ credit rating from S&P Global Ratings for 2023
Global rating agency affirms Yukon’s ‘AA Stable’ credit rating.
Date modified: 2026-05-27