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Yukon government supports community-led crime prevention and victim services projects
Six Yukon community projects were awarded $269,044 in funding for spring 2026 from the Crime Prevention and Victim Services Trust.
Residential Builders Lottery pilot now open
Yukon government and Yukon Contractors Association open pilot residential builders lottery
Statement from Premier Dixon on National Indigenous Peoples Day
June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day, an important opportunity to learn and celebrate Yukon First Nations’ histories, cultures and achievements.
Yukon government and the City of Whitehorse announce engagement on the National Building Code
The Government of Yukon and City of Whitehorse will engage with stakeholders and industry on the 2025 National Building Code.
Whitehorse General Hospital expands capacity with eight new beds
Whitehorse General Hospital is adding eight inpatient beds in early July to help reduce pressure and improve access to care.
Yukon government and City of Whitehorse collaborate on major infrastructure investment projects
The Government of Yukon and City of Whitehorse partner on $160 million application to the Build Communities Strong Fund – Direct Delivery stream.
Statement from Minister Gehmair on Public Service Week
Statement from Minister of the Public Service Commission Jen Gehmair on Public Service Week celebrations.
Yukon government launches new online form to update health care card information
Yukoners can now update their health care card information online. The new service is faster, safe and helps keep details up to date.
Yukon government streamlines Building UP and Staffing UP programs
Applicants can now submit their project ideas through an online form.
Yukon First Nations and Yukon government leaders advocate for Yukon priorities with the federal government
Yukon leaders met with federal Ministers this week and advocated for federal support for the territory’s top priorities including health and wellness, energy, salmon, arctic security and northern infrastructure, and collaborative fiscal policy.
Date modified: 2026-05-27