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Yukon Public Libraries introduces sensory tool kits
Sensory kits are now available at the Whitehorse Public Library.
The Canada Community-Building Fund supports infrastructure projects across the Yukon
The Government of Yukon-administered Canada Community-Building Fund has supported $9.4 million worth of infrastructure projects across the Yukon.
The federal government invests in Indigenous-led solar initiative in Watson Lake
The Government of Canada, the Government of Yukon and First Kaska Utilities LP announce an investment of more than $28.6 million for the Sādę Solar Initiative. This project will significantly reduce diesel use for power generation in Watson Lake.
Statement from Minister Mostyn on Canada and Yukon announcing major investment to improve resilience against wildfires
Today, the governments of Canada and Yukon announced a joint investment of $7.3 million through the Government of Canada’s Resilient Communities through FireSmart (RCF) Program.
Yukon Public Libraries launches Summer Reading Passport
Get out and read with Yukon Public Libraries’ Summer Reading Passport.
Additional Yukon firefighters deployed to Alberta
The Government of Yukon is sending additional firefighting resources to Alberta to assist with wildfire response.
Yukon wildfire staff assist on prescribed burn in Alaska
The Government of Yukon sent two wildland fire specialists to Alaska this spring to assist the United States Bureau of Land Management’s Alaska Fire Service with annual spring prescribed burning.
Changes to the Business Corporations Act to help prevent criminal activities
Yukon corporations need to keep a record of people with significant control of their corporation.
Yukon firefighters deployed to Alberta and Saskatchewan to support wildfire response
The Government of Yukon is sending resources to Alberta and Saskatchewan to help manage the challenging fire situation.
Statement from Minister Mostyn on Whitehorse’s 75th anniversary of incorporation
The Government of Yukon joins Whitehorse in celebrating 75 years of incorporation.