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Last updated: 2026-05-27
Statement from Premier Dixon on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Premier Dixon recognizes the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation held on Wednesday, September 30.
Yukon First Nations and Government of Yukon sign declaration strengthening Yukon Forum partnership
Yukon First Nations, the Council of Yukon First Nations and the Government of Yukon endorsed a Yukon Forum Declaration providing a framework for collaborating on shared priorities.
Canada’s internal trade Ministers meet in Iqaluit
Federal, provincial, and territorial Ministers responsible for internal trade met today in Iqaluit, Nunavut, to take action to make it easier for Canadians to work, do business and invest across the country.
Statement from Premier Dixon on ensuring the Yukon and Canada have strong, growing and resilient economies
Premier Dixon has issued a statement in response to new U.S. tariffs and is focused on supporting local businesses and building a stronger, more resilient economy.
Statement from Premier Dixon on Yukon measures for U.S.-made alcohol products
In the event of a trade deal with the U.S., the Yukon will lift restrictions on the Yukon Liquor Corporation purchasing U.S.-made alcohol products.
2026 fall sitting of the Yukon Legislative Assembly start date set
Members of the Legislative Assembly will reconvene for the fall sitting at 1 pm on Monday, October 5.
Joint statement on submission of project proposal for relicensing the Aishihik Hydro Facility
Champagne and Aishihik First Nations Dän nätthe äda (Chief) Barbara Joe and Government of Yukon Premier Currie Dixon have issued a joint statement on the Aishihik Hydro Facility relicensing project proposal.
Statement from Premier Dixon on the swearing in of White River First Nation’s new Chief and Council
Premier Dixon congratulates White River First Nation on the swearing in of their new Chief Donna Shiu and four new Councillors.
Statement from Premier Dixon on the swearing in of Liard First Nation new Chief and Council
Premier congratulates Liard First Nation on the swearing in of their new Chief Harlan Schilling and six new Councillors.
Celebrating the collaborative approach to the Aishihik Hydro Facility operations
Leaders from Champagne and Aishihik First Nations, the Government of Yukon and Yukon Energy Corporation reaffirm their collaborative approach to operations at the Aishihik Hydro Facility.