The Government of Yukon is committed to protecting the safety and wellbeing of all Yukoners.

Premier and Minister responsible for the Yukon Housing Corporation Ranj Pillai and Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee have issued the following statement:
 

This news release has been updated to reflect corrections to attendees. 

Today, Premier Pillai joined members of the Arctic and Northern Policy Framework Leadership Committee for the table’s fourth annual meeting, held this year in Whitehorse.

The meeting was co-hosted by Council of Yukon First Nations Grand Chief Peter Johnston and Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency Dan Vandal.

Minister of Education Jeanie McLean has provided a one-year progress report to the Yukon Child and Youth Advocate Office:

“Our government is committed to protecting the safety, wellbeing and protection of students when they are in our care.

“As part of this commitment, we honour and appreciate the important role of the Child and Youth Advocate and their thorough review and report on sexualized abuse in Yukon schools.

Minister of Community Services Richard Mostyn has issued the following statement:

“The Government of Yukon is committed to responsible, sustainable and effective fire management as part of our ongoing efforts to protect communities.

“The 2 Billion Trees program is an important partnership with the Government of Canada, helping the Yukon take action on climate adaptation.

Premier Ranj Pillai has issued the following statement:

“Today, as incoming chair of the Western Premiers’ Conference, I convened a call with counterparts from the western provinces and territories to discuss emergency management. As we reflect on a summer of floods and fires across Canada, this call was a key opportunity to share best practices and discuss ways to ensure our communities are better prepared for future crises.

The Government of Yukon tabled Bill No. 34 in the Yukon Legislative Assembly today. The Bill includes changes to the Yukon’s Income Tax Act, Yukon Government Carbon Price Rebate Act and Financial Administration Act.

The Technical Amendments (Finance) Act 2023 brings several pieces of the Yukon’s legislation up to date or addresses unclear language and other minor updates.

The Government of Yukon is committed to improving Yukoners’ access to healthcare services, and recruiting and retaining health professionals to ensure Yukoners are able to live healthy, happy lives. Keeping with this commitment, the Government of Yukon has tabled Bill No. 33, an amendment to the Registered Nurses Profession Act, which will cut red tape and make it easier for nurses and nurse practitioners to work in the Yukon. 

Premier Ranj Pillai has issued the following statement:

“Today, I was honoured to meet with Chortkiv Mayor Volodymyr Shmatko, chair of the local regional international relations department Marta Hbulish, Dr. Serhii Budenkevych of the Ukrainian Health service and a delegation from the Ukrainian-Canadian Association of the Yukon, marking the official sister city relationship between Whitehorse and Chortkiv.

This is a joint news release between the Government of Yukon and Women and Gender Equality Canada.

The Government of Yukon Women and Gender Equity Directorate and Women and Gender Equality Canada are pleased to announce a historic bilateral agreement. The Government of Canada will be investing close to $16.4 million over four years to support the implementation of the National Action Plan to End Gender-Based Violence in the Yukon. This contribution will be cost-matched by the Government of Yukon.