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Government of Yukon tables a new Technical Amendments Act
March 7, 2018
The Technical Amendments Act Bill is an omnibus bill that proposes amendments to five laws, including condominium law and the Motor Vehicles Act.
Government tables new Gender Diversity and Related Amendments Act
March 6, 2018
The new bill continues the Government of Yukon’s ongoing work to make its laws and services as non-discriminatory and inclusive as possible.
New RCMP Historical Case Unit being created
March 6, 2018
The RCMP is creating a team of investigators to advance historical homicide and missing persons cases in the territory.
Minister of Justice calls for nominations for Community Safety Awards
March 6, 2018
Community Safety Awards recognize Yukoners who have made a difference in the lives of others.
Act to create the Order of Yukon tabled
March 5, 2018
This legislation will form the basis for the Order of Yukon.
Government of Yukon releases performance plan and progress report
March 5, 2018
Outcome-focused performance plan contains a set of key Yukon indicators that establish a baseline on critical issues.
Government of Yukon and the First Nation of Na-Cho Nyäk Dun reach agreement on ATAC tote road
March 5, 2018
Governments reach agreement that may lead to construction of an all-season tote road.
Regional economic development boosted by trade agreement exceptions
March 2, 2018
Yukon is the first jurisdiction in the country to use this provision.
Premier Sandy Silver delivers 2018–19 budget that includes five-year capital plan
March 1, 2018
2018–19 budget aims to put government's finances on a more sustainable path featuring a five-year capital plan.
A statement from Premier Sandy Silver on the 2018 federal budget
February 28, 2018
Premier Sandy Silver responds to the 2018 federal budget.