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Government of Yukon taking steps to mitigate elk conflicts in the Takhini Valley
The Government of Yukon is taking steps to address ongoing conflicts between the Takhini elk herd and agricultural landowners in the Takhini Valley area.
March snow survey shows snowpack is average to well above average across most of the Yukon
The Government of Yukon has released the March Yukon Snow Survey Bulletin and Water Supply Forecast.
Government of Yukon prepares for 2026 camping season
Campers can now book Tombstone backcountry sites; frontcountry reservations open April 8, offering more options for the 2026 camping season.
Draft flood hazard maps for Upper Liard available for public comment
Draft flood hazard maps for Upper Liard are open for public feedback until March 2.
Government of Yukon pauses expansion of Extended Producer Responsibility program
The Government of Yukon is pausing expansion of Extended Producer Responsibility program by delaying implementation of the hazardous and special waste program to allow time to gather feedback on how current EPR programs are working.
Statement from Minister Istchenko on the 2025 Yukon Outfitters Ball
Minister of Environment Wade Istchenko issued a statement on the return of the Outfitters Ball to Haines Junction last weekend, highlighting community, heritage and stewardship.
Government of Yukon strengthens environmental protection with new Contaminants Regulation
The Yukon’s new Contaminants Regulation strengthens cleanup standards, improves transparency and efficiency and ensures safer development for communities and the environment.
Upgrades to Pine Lake Campground to begin in fall 2025
The Government of Yukon is moving forward with improvements at Pine Lake Campground starting this fall.
Partners confirm feasibility for proposed national park in the Teetł’it Gwinjik (Peel River) Watershed
Partners confirm feasibility for proposed Teetł’it Gwinjik (Peel River) national park and sign a Collaboration Accord to advance next steps.
Government of Yukon strengthening conservation efforts through the Canada-Yukon Nature Agreement
The second progress report under the Canada-Yukon Nature Agreement shows progress on key conservation initiatives together with Indigenous governments, groups and co-management bodies.
Date modified: 2026-05-27