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Construction contract awarded for Old Crow Health and Wellness centre, and 10-plex housing unit
March 11, 2021
The Government of Yukon has awarded the design-build contract to Yukon-based KetzaTSL Construction Ltd.
Statement from Premier Silver on passing of Archie Lang
March 11, 2021
Premier Silver has issued the following statement on the passing of Archie Lang.
Changes to Territorial Lands (Yukon) Act proposed
March 11, 2021
Proposed amendments to the Territorial Lands (Yukon) Act is part of ongoing work to create new resource roads regulations for Yukon.
$40 million Northern Carve Out funding for housing in Yukon announced
March 11, 2021
A total of $40 million of funding for housing, under the National Housing Co-Investment Fund, will be used for housing projects in the territory.
Tender issued for construction of the Whistle Bend elementary school
March 11, 2021
Whitehorse is getting a new elementary school. A design-build tender has been posted for the Whistle Bend elementary school.
Economic resilience plan will support local businesses
March 10, 2021
Plan will support the economy and build resilience as territory rebounds from pandemic.
New Workers’ Safety and Compensation Act tabled
March 10, 2021
Minister Jeanie McLean tables Bill to modernize the Workers’ Compensation Act and Occupational Health and Safety Act.
Government of Yukon expands orthopedic program, soon to begin offering hip replacements
March 10, 2021
A new orthopedic surgeon will assist in reducing wait times and increasing number of elective surgeries for those awaiting joint replacements.
Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Act amendments tabled in the Yukon Legislative Assembly
March 9, 2021
Amendments to Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Act would increase public safety in Yukon communities.