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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.
Canadian Open Data Summit held in the North
Open data practitioners from across Canada gathered in Whitehorse to share their unique insights, experiences and achievements.
New campaigns aim to decrease stigma, increase awareness of substance use supports available in the Yukon
The Government of Yukon has launched two territory-wide public awareness and education campaigns as part of its ongoing response to the Substance Use Health Emergency.
Two Klondike Valley farms win Yukon Agriculture Award
Congratulations to Lastraw Ranch’s Megan Waterman and Klondike Valley Nursery’s John Lenart and Kim Melton for winning the 2022 Yukon Agriculture Award.
Statement from Premier Silver on Canada’s 2022 Fall Economic Statement
Premier Silver issued a statement on the federal government’s 2022 Fall Economic Statement.
New Centre de Santé Constellation Health Centre opens on November 7
The new Centre de Santé Constellation Health Centre in Whitehorse will open on November 7, 2022.
Single use paper bags will be banned in the Yukon starting January 1, 2023
The Yukon is continuing to move forward more responsible waste management in the territory. Starting January 1, 2023, single-use paper bags will be banned in the Yukon.
Government of Yukon and Yukon RCMP team up to launch new Mobile Crisis Response Team
The Government of Yukon and the RCMP launched a new Mobile Crisis Response Team in Whitehorse. Car 867 will respond to calls related to mental health issues and suicide risks.
Date modified: 2026-05-27