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Yukoners affected by dementia can now access specialized community support with just one call
September 21, 2023
Yukoners can now get support for dementia from B.C.’s First Link® Yukon Dementia Helpline.
Statement from the Government of Yukon on the deaths of four BC firefighters
September 21, 2023
The Government of Yukon and Wildland Fire Management send our deepest condolences to British Columbia today after the deaths of four wildland firefighters.
Premier and business delegation conclude Asia mission
September 20, 2023
Premier Ranj Pillai and the Yukon business delegation have completed the Asia mission.
Statement from Minister of Energy, Mines and Resources John Streicker on National Forest Week
September 19, 2023
The Government of Yukon joins Canadian Institute of Forestry in declaring September 17-23rd as National Forest Week.
Yukon Public Libraries eliminate late fees
September 19, 2023
Library users in the Yukon will no longer be charged late fees on overdue materials.
Statement from Minister of Tourism and Culture John Streicker on Tr'ondëk-Klondike being inscribed to the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites
September 18, 2023
Minister of Tourism and Culture John Streicker congratulates all partners involved in this important international designation.
Village of Carmacks celebrates the opening of its new firehall
September 18, 2023
Carmacks opens the door to its new firehall and emergency response centre.
Statement from Minister of Education and the Minister responsible for the Women and Gender Equity Directorate Jeanie McLean on Gender Equality Week
September 18, 2023
Minister responsible for the Women and Gender Equity Directorate Jeanie McLean has issued a statement for Gender Equality Week.
Yukon Permanent Art Collection exhibits new acquisitions
September 18, 2023
An exhibition of the newest works added to the Yukon Permanent Art Collection is now on display at the Jim Smith Building in Whitehorse.