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Government of Canada supports Government of Yukon’s biomass heating system expansion
March 4, 2020
The Whitehorse Correctional Centre will be expanding its biomass heating system to include two additional public buildings, which will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Housing First welcomes new residents
March 3, 2020
Housing First welcomes first residents into 16-unit building in Whitehorse.
Government of Yukon releases 2019–20 Performance Plan update
March 3, 2020
The Performance Plan provides a yearly update into what the government is doing to advance wellbeing and improve the lives of Yukoners.
Third Yukon Resource Gateway Project agreement reached
March 2, 2020
The Government of Yukon and Ross River Dena Council have reached an agreement in principle to improve parts of the North Canol Road and the Robert Campbell Highway.
Second wave of seasonal flu hits Yukon
February 28, 2020
With an increase in the number of confirmed seasonal influenza cases, Yukon’s Acting Chief Medical Officer of Health, reminds Yukoners to receive their seasonal flu vaccine.
Local FireSmart Representative workshop empowers Yukoners to increase community wildfire resiliency
February 28, 2020
A successful Local FireSmart Representative workshop has equipped 46 Yukoners from across the territory with specialized wildfire resiliency knowledge.
Council of Yukon First Nations and Government of Yukon collaborate on Whitehorse Correctional Centre cultural programming
February 28, 2020
The Council of Yukon First Nations and the Government of Yukon announce a sweat lodge and culture program for clients at the Whitehorse Correctional Centre.
Government of Yukon and Corix Water Systems reach settlement agreement
February 28, 2020
The Government of Yukon and Corix Water Systems have reached an agreement regarding the Dawson City Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Participants build skills with tiny home construction project
February 28, 2020
Tiny house project teaches construction skills and will provide transitional housing in Haines Junction.
Dynamic Speed Display Sign Program launches in Whitehorse
February 27, 2020
A new mobile radar speed sign program aims to reduce dangerous driving behaviour in Whitehorse.