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Amendment to Family Property and Support Act tabled
March 9, 2021
The Government of Yukon tabled an amendment today to the Family Property and Support Act.
New economic development program to support growth and diversification
March 9, 2021
The new program supports innovation, job creation and private sector growth.
Yukon receives more than $3 million in funding for virtual health care services
March 8, 2021
The Government of Yukon receives more than $3 million in funding from the Government of Canada to expand capacity for virtual health care services in Yukon.
Universal child care program will make life more affordable for Yukon families
March 8, 2021
As of April 1, families who are registered in a participating licensed full-time childcare program will save up to $700 per child each month.
Child Care Act amendment tabled
March 8, 2021
Proposed amendments would help ensure that early learning and child care services align with other education services offered by the government.
The Government of Yukon is requesting proposals for a full review of the rural fire service
March 8, 2021
The Government of Yukon has released a Request for Proposals for a value-driven service contract to complete a full, independent review of the fire service in rural Yukon.
Next steps to move Yukon towards living with COVID-19
March 5, 2021
A Path Forward: Next Steps provides new details about how and when COVID-19 restrictions will be reduced or adjusted in the coming months.
Virtual conference to promote Yukon’s mineral sector globally
March 5, 2021
Minister Pillai to discuss Yukon’s competitive advantages during the virtual Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) conference.
Budget makes life more affordable with historic investments in Yukon families, infrastructure and renewable energy
March 4, 2021
2021–22 Budget supports Yukoners through COVID-19 and beyond with investments in families, communities and the green economy.
Yukon First Nations Procurement Policy update
March 3, 2021
Portions of Yukon’s First Nations Procurement Policy are now in effect. This marks a milestone for the policy and is a sign of how genuine collaboration can advance reconciliation.