Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee and Minister of Community Services Richard Mostyn have issued the following statement:

“Our thanks go to the Office of the Auditor General of Canada (OAG) for their examination and constructive feedback on the Yukon’s COVID-19 vaccine rollout. Their analysis serves as a resource to steer our future initiatives and enhance our public health preparedness. The recommendations put forth are accepted and with a commitment to swift and effective action.

Premier Ranj Pillai has issued the following statement:

“Today, as we observe World Refugee Day, we reflect upon the global refugee crisis and reaffirm our commitment to compassion.

“This day serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by millions of individuals around the world who have been forced to flee their homes due to conflict, persecution and unimaginable hardships. Each person forced to leave their homeland carries with them a unique story. Refugees who come to the Yukon bring talents, skills and dreams that enrich our territory.

 The Government of Yukon continues to send wildland fire personnel to support wildfire response operations across Canada, while ensuring that the Yukon maintains adequate firefighting capacity at home.

Since May 8, the Yukon has sent a total of 76 staff, including three unit crews, to incidents in the Northwest Territories, Alberta and Quebec.

Premier Ranj Pillai has issued the following statement:

“On June 21 we mark National Indigenous Peoples Day, an important opportunity to recognize, celebrate, and honour the diverse cultures, languages, traditions, and contributions of Indigenous Peoples across the Yukon and Canada.

“The Yukon is celebrating several significant anniversaries this year:

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

Today, Premier Ranj Pillai and members of his Cabinet, Council of Yukon First Nations Grand Chief Peter Johnston and Yukon First Nations Chiefs met at Ta’an Kwäch’än Council’s Fish Camp at Tàá’an Män (Lake Laberge) for the Yukon Forum.

Kwanlin Dün First Nation (KDFN) and the Government of Yukon are pleased to announce a finalized master plan for a new neighbourhood planned in Whitehorse’s Range Point.

The master plan will guide future development on two pieces of land, one by KDFN and one by the Government of Yukon. Planning for Range Point started in 2021, with the final design created using input from KDFN citizens, Range Point residents and the public.

Minister responsible for the Women and Gender Equity Directorate Jeanie McLean has issued the following statement:

"Today we recognize the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict, a day of global significance that raises awareness about the urgent need to end conflict-related sexualized violence. This day is a reminder to honour the victims and survivors of sexualized violence worldwide and pay tribute to those who have dedicated their lives in the pursuit of eradicating these atrocious crimes.

On Saturday, June 17, the Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre (YBIC) hosted a grand reopening celebration after undergoing several months of exhibit renewal work in their main exhibit hall.

This free event featured refreshments, live music, entertainment and a variety of activities for all ages. Visitors also learned more about the exhibits and their importance from Tourism and Culture Minister John Streicker, YBIC Manager Christie Grekul and Yukon Palaeontologist Dr. Grant Zazula.

Features of the newly renovated main exhibit hall include:

Premier Ranj Pillai presented four individuals and 10 teams of public servants with the Premier’s Award for Excellence and Innovation. The award, designed to honour the individual successes and collaborative efforts of employees, helps foster productivity, cooperation, understanding, and respect within the Government of Yukon public service.

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

The COVID-19 Recovery Research Program concluded this week with a public Research Results Summit held in Whitehorse. The COVID-19 Recovery Research Program was launched in November 2020 by the Government of Canada and the Yukon government, with the aim of gathering the information needed to support the Yukon’s strategic recovery from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.