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Yukon Francophonie Day funding program now open for applications
The Office of the Commissioner is now accepting applications for the Yukon Francophonie Day funding program. The deadline to apply is February 14, 2025.
Government of Yukon releases Report on French-language services 2023–24
The Government of Yukon releases the Report on French-language services 2023–24, focused on strategic initiatives to enhance access to services and information in French.
Statement from Minister Streicker on improvements to French language services
Minister Streicker provides an update on improvements to French language services
Statement from Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee on the Yukon coroner’s investigation of suspected toxic drug deaths
The Yukon Coroner’s Service is investigating six suspected toxic drug deaths. The government urges caution and highlights available harm reduction services and supports.
Statement from Minister McPhee and Minister Streicker on leveraging technologies to increase access to Yukon health care services in French
Statement from Minister McPhee and Minister Streicker on leveraging technologies to increase access to Yukon health care services in French.
Statement from Minister responsible for French Language Services Directorate John Streicker on Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day
The Minister responsible for the French Language Services Directorate invites Yukoners to celebrate Saint-Jean-Baptiste Day.
Statement from the Minister responsible for the French Language Services Directorate Streicker on Yukon Francophonie Day
The Minister responsible for the French Language Services Directorate invites Yukoners to celebrate Yukon Francophonie Day.
Three projects supported through the Yukon Francophonie Day Program
The Office of the Commissioner of Yukon awarded $14,605 for three community-based projects creating opportunities for all Yukoners to celebrate the Yukon Francophonie Day.
New strategic framework for French-language services released
The Government of Yukon has released the third strategic framework for French-language services to prioritize actions and investments for the growing Yukon Francophone community.
Joint Statement from Minister responsible for French Language Services Directorate John Streicker and Minister responsible for Women and Gender Equity Directorate Jeanie McLean on funding to strengthen Les Essentielles
The Government of Canada and the Government of Yukon announced funding to help allow Les Essentielles to buy the commercial building that houses their organization.