Premier Ranj Pillai and Minister of Justice Tracy-Anne McPhee have issued the following statement:

“In observance of the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination on March 21, we remember the tragic events in Sharpeville, South Africa, in 1960, when 69 individuals were murdered during an anti-apartheid protest.

Minister responsible for Yukon Liquor Corporation Sandy Silver has issued the following statement:

“We are fortunate to live in a territory that offers an incredible variety of events, initiatives and gatherings that enrich our lives and foster vibrant communities.

“Regardless of whether we are choosing to use substances at a community event or on our own, it is important for each of us to prioritize safety, act responsibly and minimize risks for ourselves and others.

Today, on International Francophonie Day, the Government of Yukon is unveiling its 2022–23 report on French-language services. This report highlights efforts focused on strengthening the Government of Yukon's French language capacities in order to increase the public’s access to timely services and information in French as well as the government’s commitment to supporting a thriving Yukon Francophone community.

Main accomplishments include:

Following the break-in at the Whitehorse Victim Services office between the evening of March 15 and the morning of March 16, the Whitehorse Victim Services office will remain closed until Monday, March 25, to allow staff to continue to conduct a proper assessment, identify what information may have been accessed, determine if there are specific risks to individuals and contact impacted individuals directly.

Labour market needs have been rapidly evolving and like many jurisdictions across Canada and around the world, the Yukon is experiencing an ongoing labour shortage.

In order to meet future labour market challenges the Government of Yukon will conduct a multi-staged public engagement to develop a future Yukon labour market strategy. Engagement will seek to define the priorities, challenges and opportunities faced by the Yukon labour market.

Minister Jeanie McLean has issued the following statement:

“I was proud to join members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and their allies today in Whitehorse for the proclamation of Two-Spirit and Indigenous LGBTQIA+ Awareness to Celebration Day (Two-Spirit Day) and the raising of the Two-Spirit flag outside the Yukon Legislative Assembly. The Yukon is one of the first provincial/territorial jurisdictions in Canada to recognize the spring equinox as Two-Spirit Day.

Bill no. 35, the Coordinated Vaping Product Taxation Agreement Act, has received assent in the Yukon Legislative Assembly.

This Bill allows the Government of Yukon to enter into an agreement with the Government of Canada to join their coordinated vaping product taxation framework. The framework will double the existing federal tax on vaping products and the Yukon will receive 50 per cent of the revenue collected in the territory. The Government of Yukon will not add its own tax on these products as part of the agreement.

Premier Ranj Pillai has issued the following statement:

“I am pleased to join with those in the Yukon who celebrate the joyous time of Nowruz, a time of renewal, hope and cherished traditions. Nowruz, steeped in over 3,000 years of history, symbolizes the triumph of light over darkness and the arrival of spring brings with it a sense of rejuvenation and optimism.

Unfortunately, due to unfavourable conditions, construction will not proceed on this year's ice bridge in Dawson City.

The decision to cancel the ice bridge construction this year was made following close monitoring of the river by the Department of Highways and Public Works and in consideration of public safety. Due to temperature fluctuations and an upstream ice jam, open water remained in the location of the planned bridge, preventing construction of the crossing.  

The Government of Yukon congratulates all members of Team Yukon for representing the territory with honour and pride at the 2024 Arctic Winter Games in Mat-Su, Alaska.

Over 350 athletes, coaches, cultural delegates and support staff travelled to Alaska for the weeklong Games. Twenty sports were contested between March 10 to 16, which included cultural performances.

Team Yukon came back with 162 ulus putting them second in the medal count to Alaska. The team earned 59 gold, 45 silver and 58 bronze.