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Last updated: 2026-05-27
Doctors and nurse practitioners help reduce patient waitlist by 60 per cent
More Yukoners are connected to a primary care provider due to expanding clinic capacity and the recruitment of new family doctors and nurse practitioners.
Government of Yukon tables bill to extend cancer presumption to wildland forest firefighters
Proposed changes to the firefighter cancer presumption to extend coverage to wildland forest firefighters.
Yukon government introduces fall capital appropriation and updates on Yukon finances
The Yukon government introduces fall capital appropriation to support contractors and businesses, plus updated estimates showing progress toward fiscal balance.
Government of Yukon launches online French-language services complaint process
The Government of Yukon has launched a new online platform that provides Yukoners with a clear, accessible and transparent way to raise concerns about French-language services.
Yukoners invited to share views on the safe use of e-scooters
The engagement will gather broad public input to help inform any future rules developed for e-scooters and other electric micromobility devices.
Government of Yukon takes action to reduce impact of rising fuel costs on electricity bills
Rider F is increasing due to global fuel costs. Expanded Affordability Rate Relief provides up to $657 from October to March, directly on bills.
Government of Yukon provides update on implementation of Independent Review Board recommendations
The Government of Yukon continues to improve its regulatory and enforcement oversight of mining in the Yukon, following the heap leach failure that occurred at the Eagle Gold Mine.
Statement from Minister Bellmore on Canadian Library Month
Yukoners, this October get Loud for Libraries!
Statement from Premier Dixon on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Premier Dixon recognizes the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation held on Wednesday, September 30.
Governments of Yukon and Canada fund $2.7M construction of Big Blue Daycare in Dawson
Dawson families will benefit from new early learning and child care spaces.
