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The Government of Yukon issues public acknowledgement and apology for past harm at Whitehorse’s Jack Hulland Elementary School
The Government of Yukon has issued an official, public acknowledgement and apology to Jack Hulland Elementary School students and their families.
Statement from Premier Dixon on the swearing in of Selkirk First Nation’s new Chief and Council
Premier congratulates Selkirk First Nation on the swearing in of the newly elected Chief Jeremy Harper and Council.
Government of Yukon shares updates for the 2026–27 hunting and fishing licensing year
Government of Yukon shares updates for the 2026-27 licensing year.
Alliance Health to operate a primary care clinic in Whitehorse
The Yukon government is expanding health care access in Whitehorse by supporting a new primary care clinic model set to begin operations in May.
Statement from Minister Cathers on the passing of Bill No. 5, Act to amend the Health Authority Act
Minister of Health and Social Services Brad Cathers issues a statement on the passing of the Act to amend the Health Authority Act.
Statement from Minister Gehmair on the new Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Culture
Economic Development and Tourism Culture are now operating as one department.
Statement from Minister Benoit on the Nisutlin Bay Bridge replacement project
Minister of Highways and Public Works provides an update on the Nisutlin Bay Bridge replacement project.
Governments of Yukon and Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in thank Dawson Regional Planning Commission on release of Final Recommended Dawson Regional Land Use Plan
The Governments of Yukon and Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in extend thanks to the Dawson Regional Planning Commission on release of the Final Recommended Plan for the Dawson regional land use planning area.
Government of Yukon funds 13 community-based projects across the territory
The Community Development Fund provides funding for projects that have long-term sustainable economic and social benefits to Yukoners. Recent Tier 1 and Tier 2 intakes have approved $452,290 to 13 projects.
Yukon government launches Dependable Grid Program to protect winter power reliability
The Government of Yukon introduces new Dependable Grid Program and retires electric transportation rebates.
Date modified: 2026-05-27