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Outstanding Yukoners awarded Yukon 125 anniversary medals
The Government of Yukon recognizes outstanding Yukoners with commemorative Yukon 125 medals.
Government of Yukon continues work to support safe and inclusive schools
Significant progress has been made in strengthening policies, enhancing training and improving school infrastructure.
Statement from Premier Pillai on Labour Day
In honour of Labour Day, Premier Pillai celebrates the Yukon’s workforce.
Historic signing of Letter of Agreement on Education Co-governance in Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Traditional Territory
Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Government and the Government of Yukon will sign a historic education co-governance agreement on August 30, 2024.
Senior leadership appointments in the Government of Yukon public service
Premier Ranj Pillai has made three senior leadership appointments.
What We Heard report released on new minerals legislation
What We Heard report released on the Yukon’s new minerals legislation.
Statement from Premier Ranj Pillai on the Kluane First Nation election
The Premier congratulates Kluane First Nation Kwänathi inlį Robert Dickson on his re-election.
Statement from Minister McLean welcoming students and staff back to school
Students from around the Yukon are welcomed back to school after summer break.
Yukon firefighters meet in Dawson for training conference
Firefighters from across the Yukon came together to learn and train. The Fire Rescue Yukon 2024 Conference took place Aug 22 to 24 in Dawson.
Update on staffing in Yukon schools for the 2024–25 school year
The Government of Yukon is sharing staffing numbers as K–12 students head back to class on Tuesday, August 27.
Date modified: 2026-05-27