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Mineral claims released by claimholders in Peel Conservation Areas
The Government of Yukon has entered agreements with seven claimholders who are relinquishing their mineral claims in the Peel Regional Land Use Plan Area.
Expanded support for rapid housing project in Whitehorse
New $15 million investment for supportive housing in the Yukon.
New funding project to incentivize the installation of up to 200 electric vehicle chargers across the Yukon
The Government of Yukon and Natural Resources Canada are collaborating to support the installation of up to 200 Level-2 electric vehicle chargers across the Yukon.
Statement from Minister Jeanie McLean on the unofficial results of the Yukon First Nation School Board referendum
Minister Jeanie McLean issues a statement on the unofficial results of the Yukon First Nation School Board referendum.
2022 residential rent index increase rises to 3.3 per cent
Whitehorse Consumer Price Index caps Yukon’s residential rent index increase at 3.3 per cent effective May 15, 2022.
The Yukon’s minimum wage to increase to $15.70 per hour
The Yukon’s minimum wage to rise to $15.70 per hour on April 1, 2022.
National Kids and Vaccines Day spotlights COVID-19 vaccination confidence
A national panel of medical experts will provide the best information available on COVID-19 vaccinations for kids aged five to 11 during a Zoom town hall tonight at 6 p.m.
Every Student, Every Day fund commits $300,000 to fund student attendance projects in 2022
Every Student, Every Day initiatives that support student attendance and engagement receive a considerable increase in funding for the 2022–23 school year.
COVID-19 rapid tests going to Yukon schools, early learning programs and communities
Schools, early learning programs and communities to receive rapid tests from the Government of Yukon.
Acting Chief Medical Officer of Health declares COVID-19 outbreak at Whistle Bend Place
The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health has declared an outbreak at the Whistle Bend Place long-term care home.
Date modified: 2026-05-27