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New affordable housing underway through Housing Initiatives Fund
February 13, 2020
Twelve shovel-ready housing projects funded through the third call for projects.
Project coordination committee struck for Brewery Creek Mine
February 5, 2020
The Government of Yukon and Golden Predator Mining Corp. are taking steps to make communication more efficient concerning the Brewery Creek Mine.
Yukon Renewable Electricity Panel final report released
January 31, 2020
Yukon Renewable Electricity Panel final report includes recommendations on how to meet Yukon’s electricity demands through renewable sources.
Statement from Premier Sandy Silver regarding the passing of Elder Pearl Keenan
January 29, 2020
Premier Sandy Silver issued the following statement about the passing of Elder Pearl Keenan.
Eliza Building in Dawson expands territory’s affordable housing
January 28, 2020
The Governments of Canada and Yukon funded a new building in the community with 13 apartments and one commercial space.
Public risk for novel coronavirus remains low in Yukon
January 28, 2020
Public risk for coronavirus remains low in Yukon.
Funding available for Yukon projects that prevent crime or support victims
January 24, 2020
Applications are open for the Crime Prevention and Victim Services Fund, providing funding to eligible organizations with projects that support crime prevention or victims of crime
British Columbia and Yukon partner on strategies to feed the North
January 22, 2020
A new Memorandum of Understanding between Yukon and British Columbia will promote food security, increase sustainable agricultural production and grow market opportunities.
Dawson City ice bridge open to heavy traffic
January 22, 2020
The Dawson City ice bridge is now open to heavy traffic up to 40,000 kilograms.
Commissioner of Yukon to present new literary prize
January 20, 2020
The BC and Yukon Book Prizes and the Office of the Commissioner announce a new, annual literary prize for the Yukon writing and publishing community.