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Expanded testing criteria for COVID-19
July 15, 2020
Testing criteria expanded to include a larger list of symptoms for all individuals, including those who have not travelled.
Cultivating the future of Yukon agriculture
July 15, 2020
The Government of Yukon has released the new agriculture policy titled Cultivating Our Future.
Survey launched on student learning during COVID-19
July 15, 2020
The Government of Yukon seeks feedback from students, families and educators about the impacts of the pandemic on student learning.
Government of Yukon invests in Mayo airport
July 14, 2020
The Mayo Airport is set to receive lighting and electrical upgrades this summer, which will allow for enhanced night operations.
Yukon solar project advanced with new signing
July 13, 2020
New renewable energy project one step closer to being constructed.
Support program to help Yukoners pay rent extended
July 10, 2020
The Government of Yukon is extending the COVID-19 Rent Assist program until September to continue to help Yukoners afford rent.
Update on planning for the 2020–21 school year
July 9, 2020
Preliminary operational and learning planning for Yukon schools for the 2020–21 school announced.
Tower Bay on Dezadeash Lake closed to all fishing
July 2, 2020
Tower Bay fishing closure will protect vulnerable lake trout population.
Community safety plan developed for Whitehorse Emergency Shelter
June 30, 2020
The safety plan was developed in partnership with Public Safety Canada and key stakeholders.