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The latest news from the Government of Yukon. View news releases from 2009 to 2017 in our news archive.

35th Yukon Legislative Assembly begins

May 11, 2021

The first Sitting of the 35th Yukon Legislative Assembly began today with a Speech from the Throne delivered by the Commissioner of Yukon.

Wildfire risk reduction projects taking place this week in Whitehorse

May 10, 2021

Wildland Fire Management crews continue organized risk reduction work in Whitehorse this week. Learn more on where the prescribed burning will take place.

Nominations are open for the Council of the Federation Literacy Award

May 7, 2021

Premier Sandy Silver and Education Minister Jeanie McLean are encouraging nominations for Council of the Federation Literacy Award.

Dr. Theresa Tam and Dr. Brendan Hanley host a live question and answer event for Yukoners

May 6, 2021

On Saturday, May 8, at 10 a.m., Yukoners are invited to tune in and ask questions during a live question and answer event moderated by Gurdeep Pandher.

Leadership changes in Government of Yukon departments

May 5, 2021

New senior leaders appointed for the Public Service Commission, the Department of Environment, the Department of Energy, Mines and Resources, and the Yukon Liquor Corporation.

Yukon lifting restrictions as vaccine uptake increases

May 5, 2021

Yukon’s self-isolation requirements will be lifted for fully vaccinated travellers and bars and restaurants will be able to return to 100 per cent capacity as of May 25.