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Candidates selected for Youth Panel on Climate Change
January 20, 2021
Thirteen young Yukoners have been selected to serve on the new Youth Panel on Climate Change.
Shingles and HPV vaccines are now available in pharmacies
January 18, 2021
Starting today, Yukoners can receive the shingles and HPV vaccines at their local pharmacy.
Government of Yukon aviation projects reach new heights
January 15, 2021
The Government of Yukon is working with Yukon’s Aviation Advisory Committee for the future of Yukon’s aviation system.
Making medical travel easier and more affordable for Yukoners
January 14, 2021
The medical travel subsidy has doubled to $150 per day for multi-day travel.
Local area planning process to start for the Łu Zil Män (Fish Lake) area
January 14, 2021
The Government of Yukon and Kwanlin Dün First Nation launch a local area planning process for the Łu Zil Män area and are recruiting interested parties for the steering committee.
Support provided for Haines, Alaska
January 13, 2021
The Government of Yukon provides financial support for the relief and recovery efforts in Haines, Alaska.
Possible COVID-19 case confirmed negative
January 8, 2021
Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health announces that possible case linked to New Year’s Eve gatherings has tested negative for COVID-19.
Work to protect Porcupine caribou will continue
January 8, 2021
Parties to the Canadian Porcupine Caribou Management Agreement continue their fight to protect the Porcupine caribou herd and its vital habitat.