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Fortymile caribou herd hunting opportunity opening
Licensed harvest on Fortymile caribou to open for first time in Yukon since 1995.
Yukon-wide class 1 notification proposed for 2020
The Government of Yukon and Yukon First Nations with Final Agreements have reached an agreement to require notification of Class 1 mineral exploration activities across Yukon.
Family mediation pilot project granted extension
Yukon’s free family mediation service available to separating or divorcing Yukoners is extended to 2022.
New Burn Better campaign for healthy communities
Today, the Burn Better campaign was launched to promote clean air in Yukon’s communities and neighbourhoods.
10 projects receive Crime Prevention and Victim Services Trust funds
Projects funded are working to address root causes of crime in Yukon and provide support and services to those who have been a victim of crime.
Lottery for new lots in Whistle Bend
The Whistle Bend neighbourhood continues to grow with 55 residential lots just released for single-family homes.
$51,000 awarded to support marginalized youth
The Government of Yukon awarded funding to 15 groups for projects to support marginalized youth.
Ultrasound services coming to Yukon’s community hospitals
Based on usage and referral trends in the territory, this service is expected to provide nearly 450 general ultrasound exams in the communities per year.
Government of Yukon and Yukon First Nations meet for final Yukon Forum of 2019
The Premier, Ministers and Chiefs discussed traditional knowledge, education, Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls and debriefed after Yukon Days meetings in Ottawa last
Aboriginal employee award celebrates 10 years of recognizing outstanding public service
Premier Sandy Silver presented Daniel Adamson and Trish Hirsch with the Aboriginal Employees Award of Honour.
Date modified: 2024-12-03