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April 1, 2020: Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health provides update on COVID-19
April 1, 2020
Yukon's Chief Medical Officer of Health has issued the following update on COVID-19.
Yukon businesses to benefit from funding for cancelled events
April 1, 2020
The Government of Yukon today announced details of supports available to address the economic impacts of event cancellations related to COVID-19
Comprehensive Review of Health and Social Services report receives 30 day extension
April 1, 2020
As a result of the COVID-19 pandemic response, the Independent Expert Panel’s deadline to submit their final report has been extended to April 30.
March 30, 2020: Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health provides update on COVID-19
March 30, 2020
Yukon's Chief Medical Officer of Health has issued the following update on COVID-19 in Yukon.
Recycling services, tipping fees temporarily suspended in light of COVID-19 pandemic
March 30, 2020
Recycling depots and free stores will be closed as of April 1, 2020 until further notice.
Commissioner launches the Daisy Mason Wellness Fund
March 30, 2020
The Commissioner of Yukon, the Bishop of the Anglican Church and the Skookum Jim Indian Trust Fund are working together to launch the Daisy Mason Wellness Fund.
March 27, 2020: Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health provides update on COVID-19
March 27, 2020
Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley has an update on measures being taken in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Yukon declares state of emergency in response to COVID-19
March 27, 2020
To further protect Yukoners, government is declaring a state of emergency under the Civil Emergency Measures Act.
Special guide licence application period delayed
March 27, 2020
Special guide licence lottery application period is being delayed and reassessed before June, but permit hunt authorization will continue as planned.
Interim supports for arts and culture sectors announced
March 27, 2020
Three temporary funding initiatives in place to support Yukon artists, businesses, not-for-profit organizations and collectives during COVID-19 pandemic.