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Report highlights first year of progress under Substance Use Health Emergency Strategy
First progress report on the Yukon’s Substance Use Health Emergency Strategy shows progress on 14 actions, new harm-reduction services.
The Government of Yukon celebrates apprenticeship excellence and new journeypersons for 2024–25
Learn how the Government of Yukon celebrates recent apprenticeship excellence and over 60 years of apprenticeship training in the territory
Statement from Minister McPhee on World Alzheimer’s Day
Minister McPhee joins Yukoners in observing World Alzheimer’s Day, emphasizing early detection, reducing stigma and available supports.
Yukon Leadership Summit establishes the 405 Alexander Advisory Committee to improve and strengthen operations at 405 Alexander
New advisory committee, improved services and culturally responsive programming at 405 Alexander reflect shared commitment to better outcomes and collaboration with Yukon First Nations.
Partners announce Arctic Summit 2026: Securing Sovereignty and Investment
The Government of Yukon and the Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce announce the Arctic Summit 2026: Securing Sovereignty and Investment.
Statement from Premier Pemberton and Minister Mostyn on investing in infrastructure across the Yukon
Premier Pemberton and Minister Mostyn have issued a statement on infrastructure investments across the Yukon.
Governments of Canada and Yukon invest in water, roads, utilities and recreation
The governments of Canada and Yukon invest more than $25.6 million in water, roads, utilities and recreation.
Government of Yukon and Northern Community Land Trust Society leveraging new legal tools for permanent affordable housing
Homes to benefit from legal protections to maintain permanently affordable prices for all future owners.
Upgrades to Pine Lake Campground to begin in fall 2025
The Government of Yukon is moving forward with improvements at Pine Lake Campground starting this fall.
Rugged Apprentices successfully complete four community tourism-related projects
Over three days, 39 visitors from across Canada arrived as “voluntourists” to help improve Yukon community and tourism-related infrastructure while enjoying the sights and culture of the territory.