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The Government of Yukon is seeking input on proposed changes to the Forest Resources Act and Regulation
February 9, 2023
Review the proposed changes to the Forest Resources Act and Regulation.
Public engagement begins on new minerals legislation
February 8, 2023
Engagement begins on new minerals legislation for the Yukon.
Statement from the Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Ranade on escalating rates of syphilis
February 3, 2023
Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Ranade, shares concerns on escalating rates of syphilis in the territory.
Yukon residential rent index updated and new conditions for ending residential tenancies introduced
February 3, 2023
Changes introduced to address housing pressures Yukoners are facing.
Premier Pillai to attend First Ministers’ meeting in Ottawa
February 3, 2023
On February 7, 2023, Canada’s Premiers will be joining Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at a First Ministers’ meeting in Ottawa.
School communities to vote on joining the First Nation School Board
January 31, 2023
Starting February 16, four school communities will begin referendum voting on joining the First Nation School Board.
New 87-unit rental development opens its doors in Whitehorse
January 30, 2023
Boreal Commons development creates 87 units of new rental housing in Whistle Bend, Whitehorse.
Temporary housing will support Yukoners this winter
January 30, 2023
The Government of Yukon is proud to support the Safe at Home Society in providing Yukoners with temporary supportive housing this winter and spring.
Statement from Premier Ranj Pillai on International Holocaust Remembrance Day
January 27, 2023
Premier Ranj Pillai has issued a statement on International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
Statement from Premier Pillai on the 2022 Arctic Inspiration Prize Yukon finalists
January 26, 2023
Premier Pillai has issued the following statement on the 2022 Arctic Inspiration Prize Yukon finalists.