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New pilot program aims to help conduct placer mine heritage assessments
Pilot program established to help conduct heritage assessments at placer mines.
Yukon government significantly reduces backlog for placer mining projects
The Government of Yukon significantly reduces backlog of approvals for placer mining projects.
Yukon and Ontario sign partnership agreement to explore energy solutions, including small modular reactors
The Governments of Yukon and Ontario announce a partnership agreement on energy cooperation.
Yukon government provides update on implementation of Independent Review Board recommendations
Yukon government provides update on implementation of Independent Review Board recommendations.
New Dependable Grid Program rebates aim to reduce peak electric heating demand, improve affordability
The Government of Yukon launches new Dependable Grid Program with rebates to lower energy costs and reduce peak demand from electric heating.
Water treatment to resume at Eagle Gold Mine with preparations for spring melt underway
The Government of Yukon provides an update on the Eagle Gold Mine site and preparations for spring melt.
Government of Yukon provides update on Wareham Dam spillway project
The Government of Yukon provides an update on the Yukon Energy Corporation’s replacement of the Wareham Dam spillway.
Governments of Yukon and Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in thank Dawson Regional Planning Commission on release of Final Recommended Dawson Regional Land Use Plan
The Governments of Yukon and Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in extend thanks to the Dawson Regional Planning Commission on release of the Final Recommended Plan for the Dawson regional land use planning area.
Yukon government launches Dependable Grid Program to protect winter power reliability
The Government of Yukon introduces new Dependable Grid Program and retires electric transportation rebates.
Yukon government takes steps to address energy needs
On March 24, the Act to Repeal the Clean Energy Act was introduced in the Yukon Legislative Assembly to help curb energy demand.
Date modified: 2026-05-27