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Community-based fish and wildlife work plan developed for Carcross/Tagish Traditional Territory
December 16, 2020
The Government of Yukon, Carcross/Tagish First Nation and the Carcross/Tagish Renewable Resources Council set fish and wildlife management priorities for the next five years.
Government of Yukon community recreation leadership award winner
December 15, 2020
Amy Handrahan from Teslin is this year’s recipient of the Government of Yukon’s community recreation leadership award.
Statement from Minister Frost on recent announcement about the delivery of Moderna vaccine to the territories
December 15, 2020
We are happy to hear that the Moderna vaccine is closer to approvals and that it could arrive in Yukon as early as the end of December.
Community Development Fund provides funding to Yukon projects
December 15, 2020
Fifteen community projects across Yukon receive support from the Community Development Fund.
COVID-19 relief and recovery plan for Yukon tourism sector released
December 14, 2020
Three-year $15 million Tourism Relief and Recovery Plan to provide stability, support and guidance for Yukon’s hard hit tourism sector.
Past Commissioner Arthur Pearson remembered
December 11, 2020
The Office of the Commissioner of Yukon is saddened to hear of the passing of Arthur Pearson, former Commissioner of Yukon, on December 8, 2020.
New Yukon First Nations Procurement Policy unveiled at Yukon Forum
December 11, 2020
New policy will strengthen the territory’s economy by reducing barriers and enhancing opportunities for Yukon First Nations governments, businesses and citizens.
Northern Premiers discuss a resilient North
December 11, 2020
Premier Savikataaq, Premier Silver and Premier Cochrane met virtually this week for the 18th annual Northern Premiers’ Forum hosted by the Government of the Northwest Territories.
Government of Yukon announces latest arts funding recipients
December 11, 2020
The Government of Yukon announces recipients of enhanced arts funding programs.
Share your experiences with inclusive and special education in Yukon
December 10, 2020
Yukoners can now share their experiences with inclusive and special education.