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Government of Yukon urges Yukoners to protect themselves from rising pertussis cases through vaccination
There’s been an increase in the number of pertussis cases in the Yukon. Ensure your family is up-to-date on vaccinations.
Statement from Premier Pillai on the passing of Gilles ‘Red’ Grossinger
Premier Pillai offers his condolences on the passing of Gilles ‘Red’ Grossinger.
Statement from Premier Pillai and Deputy Premier McLean on CanArctic trade mission
Premier Pillai and Deputy Premier McLean have issued the following statement on the completion of the CanArctic trade mission.
Statement from Minister Tracy-Anne McPhee on the Supreme Court decision regarding the SCAN Act
The Minister of Justice comments on the Supreme Court decision of the SCAN Act and will not appeal the decision.
More outstanding Yukoners recognized with Yukon 125 medals
The Government of Yukon recognizes 25 more exceptional Yukoners with commemorative Yukon 125 medals.
Statement from Minister McLean and Minister McPhee on supporting 2SLGBTQIA+ Yukoners
Minister responsible for the Women and Gender Equity Directorate and Minister of Health and Social Services issued a statement in support of 2SLGBTQIA+ youth.
Government of Yukon provides update on heap leach failure at Victoria Gold’s Eagle Gold Mine
The Government of Yukon provides latest update on the heap leach failure at Victoria Gold's Eagle Mine.
Work on Kêts’ádań Kų̀ in Burwash Landing moves forward as construction contract is awarded
The Government of Yukon is proud to be meeting the longstanding request of Kluane First Nation to move the current Kluane Lake School from Destruction Bay to Burwash Landing.
Senior leadership appointments in the Government of Yukon public service
Premier Ranj Pillai has made two senior leadership appointments.
Statement from Minister Richard Mostyn on the new City of Whitehorse Recycling Program
Government of Yukon to fund up to half of City of Whitehorse curbside recycling program.
Date modified: 2026-05-27