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Connective and Council of Yukon First Nations announce transition plans for Whitehorse Emergency Shelter
September 21, 2022
The Government of Yukon joined Connective and Council of Yukon First Nations today to announce transition plans for the management and operation of the shelter at 405 Alexander St.
New Community Services Building opens in Faro
September 20, 2022
The new Faro Community Services Building has officially opened its doors.
Statement from Minister of Health and Social Services on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Awareness Month
September 16, 2022
Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee issued the following statement in recognition of Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Awareness Month.
City of Whitehorse and Government of Yukon congratulate Bid Committee on 2027 Canada Winter Games submission
September 15, 2022
Congratulations to the Whitehorse Bid Committee for completing its work to bid on the 2027 Canada Winter Games.
The Yukon to observe National Day of Mourning to mark passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II
September 14, 2022
The Yukon to observe National Day of Mourning with holiday on Monday, September 19.
Rugged Apprentices pilot program completes three voluntourism projects in Yukon communities
September 13, 2022
Over two days, 33 visitors from across Canada arrived as “voluntourists” to help improve Yukon tourism infrastructure while enjoying the sights and culture of the territory.
Ready-to-Learn Schools program launched in more Yukon schools
September 13, 2022
The Ready-to-Learn Schools program, which trains teachers and staff to create stronger learning environments for Yukon students, is being launched in more Yukon schools.
COVID-19 booster approved and available for children ages five and over
September 13, 2022
COVID-19 boosters are now available to Yukoners who are five years of age and older.
Statement from Minister Ranj Pillai on Hecla Mining Company’s acquisition of Alexco Resource Corporation
September 12, 2022
Statement from Minister Pillai on Hecla Mining Company’s acquisition of Alexco Resource Corporation.
Government of Yukon shares progress on Our Clean Future goals and releases territory-wide climate risk and resilience assessment
September 12, 2022
The Yukon government released the second annual report of the progress made under the Our Clean Future strategy along with the territory's climate risk and resilience assessment.
