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Statement from Premier Pillai on Canadian Armed Forces Day
Premier Ranj Pillai extends a heartfelt thank you to the many members of the CAF who have served to protect Canadian security and values at home and around the world.
Joint Statement from Minister of Women and Gender Equity Directorate Jeanie McLean and Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee to mark the start of Pride Season
Minister of Women and Gender Equity Directorate Jeanie McLean and Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee encourage Yukoners to celebrate the start of Pride Season
Yukon Child Benefit maximum increases to $876 per child
The rate of the Yukon Child Benefit will be tied to inflation starting July 1, 2023.
Senior leadership updates for Energy, Mines and Resources
Premier Ranj Pillai has appointed Lauren Haney as the deputy minister for the Department of Energy, Mines and Resources.
Statement from Premier Pillai on Filipino Heritage Month
Premier Pillai extends warm wishes to the Filipino community as the Yukon celebrates Filipino Heritage Month.
Statement from the Government of Yukon on National Indigenous History Month
June is National Indigenous History Month.
Government of Yukon and Kluane First Nation celebrate Kêts’ádań Kų̀ site clearing with school community
Kluane First Nation and Yukon celebrate collaboration on Kêts’ádań Kų̀ (House of Learning) project in Burwash Landing.
Statement from Premier Pillai on Commissioner Bernard’s years of service and welcome to incoming Commissioner Adeline Webber
Premier Pillai’s thank you to Commissioner Bernard for years of service and welcome to new Commissioner Adeline Webber.
Government of Yukon seeking judicial review of mineral exploration project assessment
The Government of Yukon is applying for a judicial review of the assessment of the Michelle Creek mineral exploration project.
Premier Ranj Pillai meets with Ross River Dena Council, Little Salmon Carmacks First Nation and celebrates 30 years of self-government with First Nation of Na-Cho Nyäk Dun
Last week, Premier Ranj Pillai traveled to Ross River and Carmacks to meet with local First Nations leaders.
Date modified: 2026-05-27