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Government of Yukon provides mid-season wildfire briefing
The Yukon faced an intense wildfire season since mid-June with 130 fires burning 122, 459 hectares. While evacuation alerts are lifted, crews remain vigilant.
Twelve Yukon-based projects approved for support from the Community Development Fund
Tier 1 and Tier 2 Community Development Fund recipients represent a broad range of projects, events and initiatives that provide long-term benefits to Yukon communities.
Government of Yukon wishes Team Yukon good luck at the 2025 Canada Summer Games
Pep rally sends Team Yukon off to the Canada Summer Games in Newfoundland.
Government of Yukon and First Nation of Na-Cho Nyäk Dun sign a Memorandum of Understanding to initiate Na-Cho Nyäk Dun regional land use planning
The Government of Yukon and the First Nation of Na-Cho Nyäk Dun sign a Memorandum of Understanding to initiate the Na-Cho Nyäk Dun Regional Land Use Plan.
Statement from Premier Pemberton on Parliamentary Secretary Turnbull’s visit to the Yukon
Premier Pemberton meets Parliamentary Secretary Ryan Turnbull to discuss the Yukon’s priorities for the upcoming federal budget.
Government of Yukon and Alkan Air sign a new $157 million 10-year air ambulance services contract
The Government of Yukon awards a new 10-year, $157 million air ambulance contract to Alkan Air to help ensure reliable emergency medical transport across the territory.
Government of Yukon, Carcross/Tagish First Nation, Champagne and Aishihik First Nations and Kwanlin Dün First Nation celebrate a step forward in management of Kusawa Territorial Park
The adoption of the Kusawa Park Management Plan represents a significant step forward in management and protection of the park.
Yukon Community Program pilot concludes
The Yukon Community Program pilot stream of the Yukon Nominee Program has ended in accordance with the Government of Yukon’s agreement with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.
Territorial governments sign Memorandum of Understanding towards creating a Territorial Trade Zone
Premier Mike Pemberton, on behalf of the Government of Yukon, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Northwest Territories and Nunavut on a Territorial Trade Zone.
Statement from Premier Pemberton on Virginia Mearns’ appointment as Canada’s Arctic Ambassador
Premier Pemberton congratulates Virginia Mearns on her appointment as Canada’s Arctic Ambassador
Date modified: 2026-05-27