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Animal Protection and Control Act receives assent
The new Animal Protection and Control Act receives assent in the Legislative Assembly.
Amendments to the Legal Profession Act and the Technical Amendments Act receive assent in the Yukon Legislative Assembly
Amendments to the Legal Profession Act, 2017 and the Technical Amendments Act (2022) receive assent.
Yukoners can expect an emergency alert test on their cell phones, TVs and radios on November 16
The Yukon is participating in a national test of the AlertReady system. A test alert will be sent to radio, TV and cell phones on Wednesday, November 16 at approximately 1:55pm.
Support for affordable housing projects in the Yukon available through sixth intake of the Housing Initiatives Fund
The Housing Initiatives Fund is taking applications to support affordable housing efforts. Those with eligible housing projects can apply by January 13, 2023.
Statement from the Minister responsible for the Women and Gender Equity Directorate Jeanie McLean on Canada’s National Action Plan to End Gender-Based Violence
Minister responsible for Women and Gender Equity Directorate proud to endorse National Action Plan to End Gender-Based Violence.
Statement from Community Services Minister Richard Mostyn on 2027 Canada Winter Games
Community Services Minister Mostyn has released a statement about the 2027 Canada Winter Games.
Xplore extends satellite service to Yukoners into 2023
Xplore satellite services for rural Yukoners have been extended into September 2023.
Charting the Course: Living with and managing COVID-19
The Government of Yukon has released Charting the Course, the next steps for the Yukon’s ongoing response to the pandemic.
Statement from Minister of Education Jeanie McLean on the School Board trustee elections
Minister of Education Jeanie McLean has released a statement on the newly elected school board trustees and council members.
Tagish River Habitat Protection Area management plan recognizes an important habitat in the Yukon
The Government of Yukon and Carcross/Tagish First Nation are pleased to announce the final management plan for the Tagish River Habitat Protection Area.
Date modified: 2026-05-27