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Engagement begins on expansion of Sexualized Assault Response Team services for Yukon communities
May 5, 2023
Contractors will gather input from Yukon First Nation governments, stakeholders, service providers and sexualized assault victims.
Statement from the Minister responsible for Women and Gender Equity Directorate Jeanie McLean on Red Dress Day
May 5, 2023
Minister Jeanie McLean has issued a statement for Red Dress Day, an annual event that recognizes missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and two-spirit people.
Recipients announced for annual First Nation cultural centres and museums special projects funding
May 4, 2023
Recipients of special projects funding for museums and cultural centres announced.
Senior leadership updates in the Government of Yukon public service
May 4, 2023
Premier Ranj Pillai has made changes to the leadership positions in the departments of Energy, Mines and Resources, Health and Social Services, Finance.
Yukon school calendar dates finalized for 2023–24
May 4, 2023
Yukon school calendar dates confirmed for the 2023-24 school year.
AlertReady test and other activities planned for Emergency Preparedness Week
May 4, 2023
Emergency Preparedness Week activities planned to help Yukoners get prepared and be ready in case of emergencies.
Government of Yukon releases reports on 405 Alexander Street
May 4, 2023
Independent reports make recommendations on how to improve the health and safety of 405 Alexander Street and the surrounding neighbourhood.
Lottery and tender open for lots in Yukon communities
May 4, 2023
28 residential, country residential and industrial lots are now available for lottery and tender in Yukon communities.
New online Flood Atlas launched to strengthen public safety and provide information about potential flooding
May 3, 2023
The government is launching a new online Flood Atlas that makes it easier for Yukoners and visitors to find out about flooding in the Yukon.
Yukon Public Libraries welcomes CBC Kids Book Club Live
May 3, 2023
CBC Kids Book Club Live is visiting Whitehorse on May 10 and will feature two local Yukon authors.
