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Government of Yukon provides increased funding to Yukon municipalities
Yukon government delivers 2023 Comprehensive Municipal Grant funding to municipalities.
Minister of Education delivers 2022 Annual Report
The report shows progress in supporting learners, fulfilling commitments with Yukon First Nations, and helping ensure student and staff health and safety.
Government of Yukon launches new Paid Sick Leave Rebate program to support Yukon workers and employers
A new government-funded Paid Sick Leave Rebate program is being offered to eligible Yukon workers and businesses.
Government of Yukon signs new regional solid waste agreements
Watson Lake and Teslin became the first municipalities to sign new interim regional waste agreements.
Statement from Premier Pillai on the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in election
Premier Pillai congratulates Darren Taylor on his recent election as Chief for the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in and thanks former Chief Roberta Joseph.
Statement from Premier Pillai on the First Nation Na-Cho Nyäk Dun election
The Premier congratulates the newly elected Chief and Council of the First Nation of Na-Cho Nyäk Dun.
Joint Statement from Minister of Health and Social Services and Chief Medical Officer of Health in response to Chief Coroner update
Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee and Chief Medical Officer of Health Sudit Ranade address the toxic drug supply and life-saving measures.
New online Wildfire Hub launched to strengthen public safety and provide information regarding potential fire impacts
The government is launching a new Wildfire Hub that makes it easier to find out about Yukon’s wildfire situation as well as potential impacts to residents and travellers.
Statement from Premier Pillai on passing of Vuntut Gwitchin Elder Robert Bruce Jr.
The Premier of the Yukon shares condolences on the passing of Vuntut Gwitchin Elder Robert Bruce Jr.
Government of Yukon congratulates the Recreation and Parks Association of Yukon on 30th anniversary
The Recreation and Parks Association of the Yukon has hit an organizational milestone.