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Last updated: 2026-05-27
Government of Yukon passes the amendments to the Environment Act
The amendments to the Environment Act received assent, bringing the Yukon one step closer to implementing Extended Producer Responsibility.
Amendments to the Environment Act tabled
Amendments to the Environment Act are required to fully implement extended producer responsibility in the territory.
Statement from Minister of Environment Nils Clarke on the Canadian Council for Ministers of Environment meeting
Minister of Environment Nils Clarke has released the following statement on the Canadian Council of Ministers of Environment meeting.
Statement from Minister of Environment Nils Clarke on the Congdon Creek Campground expansion
Minister of Environment Nils Clarke released the following statement on the expansion of the Congdon Creek Campground.
Forty-one additional campsites now open at the Congdon Creek Campground
Congdon Creek Campground celebrates the addition of 41 campsites.
Statement from Minister Clarke on Plastic Free July
This month is Plastic Free July! Yukoners are encouraged to do their part to help reduce the amount of plastic used in their daily lives.
What We Heard report available for Extended Producer Responsibility engagement
The new Extended Producer Responsibility regulation will enable end-of-life management of materials, keep waste out of landfills and make recycling more financially sustainable.
Government of Yukon invites public feedback on new Animal Protection and Control Act regulations
The Government of Yukon is seeking feedback from Yukoners to help inform the development of the new animal protection regulations.
Statement from Minister Clarke on World Environment Day
Statement from Minister Clarke on World Environment Day.
