Commissioner of Yukon Adeline Webber is delighted to announce the launch of the book From Fort Cudahy to Taylor House, authored by former Commissioner Angelique Bernard. This book is a testament to the rich history of the office of the Commissioner of Yukon and the enduring legacy it represents.

This is a joint news release between the Government of Yukon, Council of Yukon First Nations and the Yukon Hospital Corporation.

To address the demand for housing in Whitehorse, the Government of Yukon is investing $25 to $30 million annually to develop and release lots in the Yukon. Today, 136 lots, including single family, townhouses and multi-family lots are being released by public lottery and tender in the Whistle Bend subdivision in Whitehorse.

As the main land developer in the territory, this latest lot release builds on the Government of Yukon’s commitment to making land available to Yukoners.

Minister of Finance Sandy Silver has issued the following statement:

“The Government of Canada tabled the federal Budget 2024 yesterday.

Building off the relationship-building successes of the Yukon Forum, the Government of Yukon is pleased to contribute $11,000 in funding to support the Council of Yukon First Nations and the Association of Yukon Communities’ Chiefs and Mayors Forum for 2024-25. This funding will allow the forum to occur twice in the coming year. The first forum will be hosted on April 18, in Whitehorse at Mount MacIntyre.

Minister John Streicker has issued the following statement:

“During Canada’s National Tourism Week, I am pleased to provide Yukoners with a snapshot of the Yukon’s tourism sector and the Government of Yukon’s work toward recovery after the devastating effects of the pandemic.

“Tourism is an important industry in the Yukon, contributing an average of $284 million annually to our economy. It provides sustainable, diversified employment and growth that balances economic development with environmental, community, and cultural values.

In recognition of National Tourism Week, the Government of Yukon unveiled a new series of tourism banners featuring the artwork of six Yukon artists.

Displayed outside Yukon visitor information centres, in communities, along roadways and at visitor attractions throughout the territory, the banners welcome visitors and showcase the talents of the territory’s established and emerging artists.

The Government of Yukon is committed to supporting Yukoners in the face of higher costs of living and responding to high inflation and therefore will not be raising taxes on rural Yukoners, holding 2024 rural property tax rates at the same level as in 2023.

The Government of Yukon is pleased to announce two forms of increased funding to benefit the Yukon’s vibrant sports community. This funding will support Yukon organizations and athletes as they pursue their passion for sport.

The Government of Yukon increased Sport Yukon’s 2023–24 operational funding with a one-time increase of $130,000 to better enable the organization to prepare for upcoming major games. This funding will also support Sport Yukon’s inclusive and accessible initiatives, support staffing costs, and fund the development of sport across the territory.

Citizens of the Yukon and Alaska share an extensive common border, strong social and Indigenous ties, and shared economic interests. As part of the Government of Yukon and the Government of Alaska’s commitment to work closely together on matters of joint concern and mutual interest, Premier Ranj Pillai attended the Arctic Encounter Symposium in Anchorage on April 12.