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Government of Yukon seeking feedback on Yukon University legislation
May 15, 2019
Yukoners can provide feedback on important aspects of the new legislation that will oversee the transition of Yukon College to Yukon University.
Commissioner’s Award for Voluntary Public Service given to George Skookum during National Aboriginal Hockey Tournament
May 15, 2019
The Honourable Angélique Bernard, Commissioner of Yukon presented George Skookum with the Commissioner’s Award for his volunteer service.
Government of Yukon to change waste management system
May 14, 2019
The Government of Yukon has announced changes to the waste management system.
Government of Yukon improves job leave provisions for parents and caregivers
May 13, 2019
Changed employee leave provisions align with federal Employment Insurance benefits for parental, compassionate, and family caregiver leave.
Public engagement on comprehensive health review begins
May 10, 2019
Independent Expert Panel engaging Yukoners across the territory.
Health and Social Services identifies internal improvements through Comprehensive Review
May 9, 2019
Health and Social Services identifies internal improvements through Comprehensive Review.
Land lease brings Mount Nansen sale one step closer to completion
May 8, 2019
The Government of Yukon approves land lease of 850 hectares as part of the sale of the abandoned Mount Nansen Mine site.
Yukon Prospectors Hall of Fame celebrated with refurbished display
May 7, 2019
The Yukon Prospector’s Association Hall of Fame has been relocated to the Yukon College’s Centre for Northern Innovation in Mining.
Nominations Open for Council of the Federation Literacy Award
May 3, 2019
Council of the Federation Literacy Awards honour Yukoners who help promote and spread with literacy.