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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.
The Yukon expands family medicine residency training
The Government of Yukon is expanding health education by working with Yukon doctors, Yukon Hospitals and the University of Alberta to offer a family medicine residency program.
Government of Yukon introduces opioid litigation legislation
The Government of Yukon introduces legislation to support legal actions to recover damages and health care costs associated with opioid products.
Updated hunting licence process safeguards hunting opportunities for Yukoners
The Government of Yukon is updating its resident hunting licence application process to safeguard hunting opportunities for Yukoners.
Statement from Premier Dixon on swearing in of Kwanlin Dün First Nation’s new Chief and Council
Premier congratulates Kwanlin Dün First Nation on the swearing in of the newly elected Chief Sean (Uyenets’echᶖa) Smith and Council.
Yukon government takes steps to address energy needs
On March 24, the Act to Repeal the Clean Energy Act was introduced in the Yukon Legislative Assembly to help curb energy demand.
Date modified: 2026-05-27