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Canadian Open Data Summit held in the North
November 9, 2022
Open data practitioners from across Canada gathered in Whitehorse to share their unique insights, experiences and achievements.
New campaigns aim to decrease stigma, increase awareness of substance use supports available in the Yukon
November 8, 2022
The Government of Yukon has launched two territory-wide public awareness and education campaigns as part of its ongoing response to the Substance Use Health Emergency.
Two Klondike Valley farms win Yukon Agriculture Award
November 8, 2022
Congratulations to Lastraw Ranch’s Megan Waterman and Klondike Valley Nursery’s John Lenart and Kim Melton for winning the 2022 Yukon Agriculture Award.
Statement from Premier Silver on Canada’s 2022 Fall Economic Statement
November 4, 2022
Premier Silver issued a statement on the federal government’s 2022 Fall Economic Statement.
New Centre de Santé Constellation Health Centre opens on November 7
November 4, 2022
The new Centre de Santé Constellation Health Centre in Whitehorse will open on November 7, 2022.
Single use paper bags will be banned in the Yukon starting January 1, 2023
November 3, 2022
The Yukon is continuing to move forward more responsible waste management in the territory. Starting January 1, 2023, single-use paper bags will be banned in the Yukon.
Government of Yukon and Yukon RCMP team up to launch new Mobile Crisis Response Team
November 1, 2022
The Government of Yukon and the RCMP launched a new Mobile Crisis Response Team in Whitehorse. Car 867 will respond to calls related to mental health issues and suicide risks.
Yukon heritage awareness campaign wins national award
November 1, 2022
Yukon’s Living Heritage campaign receives national award.
Government of Yukon seeking feedback on waste diversion in the territory
November 1, 2022
Engagement opens on Extended Producer Responsibility in the Yukon.
Government of Yukon representatives part of Yukon delegation to attend COP27 United Nations climate conference
October 31, 2022
A Yukon delegation will attend COP 27 United Nations climate conference.