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Yukon wildfire crews deployed to Saskatchewan
The Government of Yukon is sending additional firefighting resources to Saskatchewan to assist with wildfire response.
Draft flood hazard maps for Dawson and the Klondike Valley now available for public review
Draft flood maps for Dawson and Klondike Valley are now open for public review – share your feedback by September 10, 2025.
Government of Yukon and Yukon First Nations governments sign declaration to advance shared education priorities
The Government of Yukon and Yukon First Nations governments sign a declaration to continue advancing shared priorities for improving education outcomes for Indigenous learners through the Joint Education Action Plan 2025–2035.
Improved water treatment services coming to Mount Lorne
Improved water treatment services are coming to Mount Lorne, after an investment of more than $3.6 million from the Government of Canada.
Amendments to the Enduring Power of Attorney Act and new Regulation are in effect
The Government of Yukon has brought changes to the Enduring Power of Attorney Act and its Regulation into effect. It gives Yukoners more options when planning their financial future.
Government of Yukon releases the What We Heard report for the Health Professions Act public engagement
Yukoners can read about the results of the Health Professions Act public and professional engagement.
Statement from Premier Pemberton on the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples
On the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples, Premier Mike Pemberton invites Yukoners to celebrate Indigenous Peoples’ contributions to culture, knowledge, language and environmental stewardship worldwide.
Plebiscite on electoral reform to be held with next territorial election
In the next election, Yukoners will receive an additional ballot asking whether we should change our voting system
Government of Yukon and Chiefs Committee on Health announce initial board for new health authority
The initial board of Shäw Kwä’ą has been appointed. The new health authority will lead a more connected, culturally safe health care system for all Yukoners.
Governments of Canada and Yukon invest $63.9 million in new Dawson City Recreation Centre
Construction will soon be underway for the new Dawson City Recreation Centre, after a combined investment of $63.9 million from the federal and territorial governments.
Date modified: 2026-05-27