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Residents clear eight dump trucks of FireSmart debris through Whitehorse drop-off program
This summer, 1,103 Whitehorse residents cleared 217 tonnes of brush from the most critical wildfire prevention space around their homes. That’s enough to fill eight and a half municipal waste trucks.
New Government of Yukon advances grid stability and preliminary work on Winter Reliable Energy Plan
The new Government of Yukon is taking decisive action to protect the integrity of the Yukon’s electricity grid. Pause on intakes of micro-generation renewables extended.
Government of Yukon announces Yukon Nominee Program update for 2026
The Government of Yukon announces details for the 2026 Yukon Nominee Program.
Government of Yukon awards contract for lift station as part of the new Chasàn Tatäy neighbourhood
The Government of Yukon awards contract for lift station to continue advancing development of new Chasàn Tatäy neighbourhood.
Government of Yukon cancels existing Vendor Performance Review program
Vendor Procurement Review program cancelled while Government of Yukon seeks alternative ways to ensure efficient, equitable procurement and reduce administrative burden, while still providing opportunities for local industry.
Yukon utilities provide briefing on electricity grid and emergency protocols
In December, several weeks of temperatures between -30°C and -50°C drove peak electricity demand in the Yukon to a new record. Yukon Energy initiated its mutual aid protocol on December 10, asking industrial customers such as mines to voluntarily shift to their own generator power, and asking ATCO Electric Yukon to bring their diesel generators online.
Government of Yukon pauses expansion of Extended Producer Responsibility program
The Government of Yukon is pausing expansion of Extended Producer Responsibility program by delaying implementation of the hazardous and special waste program to allow time to gather feedback on how current EPR programs are working.
Government of Yukon announces changes in eligibility for Whitehorse Walk-In Clinic
The Government of Yukon is expanding access to the Whitehorse Walk-In Clinic for all Yukoners.
Eagle Gold Mine receivership credit agreement extended to April 1, 2026
The receivership of the Eagle Gold Mine has been extended to April 2026.
Government of Yukon invests in 12 projects that promote social, cultural and economic benefits to Yukoners
The Community Development Fund has awarded support to 12 recipients representing a broad range of projects, events and initiatives that will provide long-term benefits to Yukon communities.
Date modified: 2026-05-27