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Government of Yukon provides update on heap leach failure response at Victoria Gold’s Eagle Gold Mine
September 13, 2024
The Government of Yukon provides latest update on the heap leach failure at Victoria Gold's Eagle Mine.
Construction of the Dempster Fibre Line is complete
September 13, 2024
Construction of the critical backup telecommunications fibre line between Dawson, Yukon, and Inuvik, Northwest Territories, is now complete.
Government of Yukon launches Baby Basket Project
September 13, 2024
The Yukon Baby Basket Project provides free, beautifully designed baskets and resources to support new and expectant parents across the Yukon.
Statement from Premier Ranj Pillai on the Teslin Tlingit Council election
September 13, 2024
The Premier congratulates Elizabeth Bosely on her election as Naa Sháade Háni-elect (Chief-elect) for the Teslin Tlingit Council.
Yukon Permanent Art Collection exhibits 14 newest acquisitions
September 12, 2024
An exhibition of the newest works added to the Yukon Permanent Art Collection opens tonight at the Yukon Arts Centre.
With Yukon government support, surgical services at Whitehorse General Hospital have increased
September 12, 2024
With Yukon Government support, surgical services at Whitehorse General Hospital have increased
Yukon 125 anniversary celebration continues with 25 more medals awarded
September 12, 2024
Celebrations continue for the territory’s 125th anniversary with 25 more medals awarded to exceptional Yukoners.
Statement from Premier Pillai on the passing of Joseph Novak
September 11, 2024
Premier Pillai offers his condolences on the passing of Joseph Novak.
Ember Fire Academy celebrates 10 years of empowering women in firefighting
September 11, 2024
The tenth annual Ember Fire Academy kicked off on Monday with 12 recruits
Yukon early childhood educators gather at the 2024 Early Learning and Child Care Conference
September 11, 2024
On September 9 and 10, Yukon early learning and child care professionals gathered for the 2024 Early Learning and Child Care Conference.