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2019 Housing Initiatives Fund open for submissions
January 17, 2019
New housing projects needing funding can now apply to the 2019 Housing Initiatives Fund.
Leadership shuffle in Government of Yukon departments
January 17, 2019
New deputy heads appointed for several Government of Yukon departments.
Proposed framework for Government of Yukon carbon price rebate announced
January 17, 2019
Yukon’s carbon pricing rebate will encourage investment in clean technology and ensure that Yukon remains competitive.
Yukon Teachers’ Association and the Government of Yukon ratify new collective agreement
January 16, 2019
The new agreement sets out yearly salary increases for teachers over the next three years.
Dawson City wastewater treatment plant not sustainable, Government of Yukon begins work with City of Dawson on a solution
January 15, 2019
Government of Yukon and City of Dawson to seek solutions to wastewater treatment issues in Dawson City.
Regulation for private cannabis retail licensing announced
January 14, 2019
The Government of Yukon prepares for licensing of private cannabis retailers.
New accessible duplex opens in Porter Creek
January 14, 2019
These homes are new additions to the Yukon Housing Corporation’s rent-geared-to-income housing stock.
FireSmart projects prepare and protect Yukon communities
January 9, 2019
The territorial government is funding FireSmart projects throughout the winter in Yukon.
Government of Yukon partners with Skookum Jim Friendship Centre to support Yukon youth
January 3, 2019
Integrated youth services are transitioning to Skookum Jim Friendship Centre as pilot project ends.
20 community projects receive over $700,000 in support from the Community Development Fund
December 21, 2018
Community Development Fund recipients include Watson Lake Elders Society, BYTE Empowering Youth Society, Faro Golf Club and the Village of Teslin.