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Final two Mental Wellness and Substance Use Services hubs opening
April 20, 2018
The Carmacks and Haines Junction hubs will provide services to Ross River, Faro, Pelly Crossing, Burwash Landing and Beaver Creek.
New solar energy generating projects displacing diesel in communities
April 19, 2018
Three new solar energy generating systems are installed in three First Nation communities throughout the territory.
New grader station to be built in Carmacks
April 17, 2018
The Government of Yukon will start construction to replace the Carmacks grader station this summer.
New investment and engagement activities to improve services in Yukon parks and campgrounds
April 16, 2018
An investment of $1 million is part of a multi-year plan and will be used toward facilities such as trails, signage, playgrounds, outhouses and more.
24-hour rule to provide fair access in Yukon campgrounds
April 16, 2018
The regulation change aims to address campers' concerns and will help improve availability of campsites for residents and visitors.
Mental Wellness and Substance Use Services hub in Dawson City officially open
April 16, 2018
The Dawson City hub for Mental Wellness and Substance Use Services officially opened on Saturday, April 14.
Yukon Community Economic Development Conference kicks off in Watson Lake
April 16, 2018
Stakeholders and local governments will gather to discuss challenges and successes in under the theme “Accelerating our local economies."
Yukon Liquor Corporation signs first cannabis supply agreement
April 13, 2018
The territory's first cannabis supply agreement to bring a variety of cannabis brands and products to Yukon market.
Government of Yukon to complete F.H. Collins Secondary School project
April 12, 2018
Site features include educational, recreational and infrastructure projects to support the school communities in Riverdale and the wider community.
New maintenance facility to be built at Dawson City airport
April 11, 2018
The Government of Yukon will begin construction on a new Dawson City airport maintenance facility this summer.
Yukon Public Libraries offers new accessible service
April 10, 2018
Through a new partnership, Yukon Public Libraries now offers a broad range of reading materials in various accessible formats, free of charge.
Statement from Premier Silver on the passing of Joe Linklater
April 9, 2018
It is with great sadness that we acknowledge the passing of former Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation Chief Joe Linklater.
Federal, provincial and territorial ministers endorse new Housing Partnership Framework
April 9, 2018
Ministers responsible for housing met today in Toronto, Ontario to endorse a multilateral partnership to help make housing more affordable.
New loan program promotes diverse housing options in rural Yukon
April 5, 2018
The Developer Build Program lends money to contracting companies to construct modest housing across the territory.
Government of Yukon announces $241,000 in new legal aid funding
April 5, 2018
Additional funding support will be provided to the Yukon Legal Services Society for the 2018–2019 fiscal year.