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Government of Yukon partners with Wounded Warriors Canada to support emergency responders and their families
The new partnership will provide specialized mental health, resilience and support services to staff from the Emergency Measures Organization, Emergency Medical Services and Wildland Fire Management.
Maintenance work begins for Whistle Bend north stormwater pond
Maintenance work begins for Whitehorse’s Whistle Bend north stormwater pond and will be completed in approximately four weeks.
Recreation leaders recognized at annual Recreation Gathering
Recreation Gathering brings recreation leaders to Whitehorse for professional development, workshops and networking.
Government of Yukon hosts Sustainable Communities Forum
Municipal and First Nations government staff gathered for two days of learning, workshops and connection at the Sustainable Communities Forum.
Government of Yukon tables changes to the Residential Tenancies Act
The Government of Yukon has tabled changes to the Residential Tenancies Act to end the rent cap and allow for no-cause evictions.
Statement from Minister Bellmore on Canadian Library Month
Yukoners, this October get Loud for Libraries!
More than $2 million invested in the Yukon’s sport and recreation opportunities
The governments of Yukon and Canada, the Yukon Lotteries Commission and the Arctic Winter Games Society are providing more than $2.05 million to the territory.
Government of Yukon and City of Whitehorse launch engagement on the 2025 National Building Code
The Government of Yukon and the City of Whitehorse are engaging with the building industry on the 2025 National Building Code.
Ember Fire Academy celebrates 12 years of training women in firefighting
The twelfth annual Ember Fire Academy concluded Saturday with 11 recruits completing the program.
Statement from Minister Bellmore on Team Yukon’s participation at the 55+ BC Games
Team Yukon’s 55+ athletes are ready to show their northern spirit at the Kamloops 55+ BC Games.
Date modified: 2026-05-27