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Government of Yukon announces partnership with Environmental Careers Organization Canada and launch of Yukon Sustainability Awards
The Yukon will be the first jurisdiction in Canada to launch its own set of green business recognition awards.
Thirteen groups receive funding to support Yukon youth
The Government of Yukon awarded funding to 13 groups for projects to support Yukon youth.
Statement from the Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Ranade on respiratory illnesses and vaccines
Statement from the Yukon’s Chief Medical Offer of Health on the importance of immunization this respiratory season.
Government of Yukon’s Office of the Auditor General's Report Work Plan will enhance support for vulnerable Yukoners
The Government of Yukon is taking action on the Office of the Auditor General’s recommendations on housing for vulnerable people.
Canada and Yukon chart new path with agreement to help protect and conserve nature
The governments of Canada and Yukon announced today that they have finalized the Canada-Yukon Nature Agreement to advance nature conservation and protection across the territory.
Yukon Advisory Committee on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-spirit+ People releases priority action items
New guiding document provides path forward for achieving Yukon’s MMIWG2S+ Strategy’s priority action items.
Yukon Archives celebrates 50 years with open house and artist-in-residence program
To celebrate 50 years of operation, Yukon Archives hosted an open house and announced an artist-in-residence program.
Statement from the Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Ranade on the holidays
Statement from the Yukon’s Chief Medical Offer of Health on the holidays.
Regulatory change enables insurance coverage for Gender-Affirming Care services
Gender-affirming care including tracheal shave, vocal surgery and hair removal is now covered under the Yukon Health Care Insurance Plan.
Statement from Premier Silver after meeting with Prime Minister Trudeau and federal Ministers to discuss shared priorities
Bilateral engagements this week between Premier Silver and federal Cabinet advanced Yukon priorities in Ottawa.
Date modified: 2026-05-27