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Government of Yukon signs community wildfire protection plans with Haines Junction and Teslin
January 9, 2023
The first community wildfire protection plans have been endorsed by Wildland Fire Management branch and community-level working groups in Haines Junction and Teslin.
Twelve Yukon-based projects awarded more than $395,000 from the Community Development Fund
January 6, 2023
The Community Development Fund provides funding for projects, events and initiatives that offer long-term, sustainable, cultural, social and economic benefits for Yukon communities
Work progresses on strengthening fire services in Keno, Ross River, Old Crow and other Yukon communities
January 6, 2023
The Government of Yukon is working with Yukon communities to strengthen their volunteer fire services, with training and equipment.
Leadership update for two Government of Yukon departments
January 5, 2023
New deputy minister for the Department of Finance and a term extension for the deputy minister of the Department of Justice.
Government of Yukon launches new Yukon Dental Program
January 4, 2023
The new Yukon Dental Program will provide approximately 8,000 Yukoners with $1,300 per year in insured dental benefits.
Government of Yukon expands services for pharmacists to include prescribing
December 28, 2022
Participating pharmacists can now diagnose, prescribe and treat some common minor ailments.
Residents of Carmacks with private wells under precautionary boil water advisory
December 23, 2022
A precautionary boil water advisory has been issued for residents of the Village of Carmacks and Little Salmon Carmacks First Nation who use private wells.
Government of Yukon announces partnership with Environmental Careers Organization Canada and launch of Yukon Sustainability Awards
December 22, 2022
The Yukon will be the first jurisdiction in Canada to launch its own set of green business recognition awards.
Thirteen groups receive funding to support Yukon youth
December 20, 2022
The Government of Yukon awarded funding to 13 groups for projects to support Yukon youth.
Statement from the Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Ranade on respiratory illnesses and vaccines
December 16, 2022
Statement from the Yukon’s Chief Medical Offer of Health on the importance of immunization this respiratory season.