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Health Human Resources Steering Committee formed to help bolster Yukon health care
The Government of Yukon and the Yukon Hospital Corporation have formed a Health Human Resources Steering Committee to tackle the territory’s health human resources challenges.
Statement from Minister of Health and Social Services and Minister of Justice on International Drug Users Remembrance Day
Minister McPhee has issued a Statement on International Drug Users Remembrance Day, as we honour the lives lost and strengthen our commitment to a safer more compassionate society.
Yukon First Nations Chiefs Committee on Health to guide implementation of Putting People First
The newly formed Chiefs Committee on Health formalizes partnership between the Government of Yukon and Yukon First Nations on health system transformation.
Joint Statement from Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee and Minister of Community Services Richard Mostyn on National Drowning Prevention Awareness Week
The Ministers of Health and Social Services and Community Services acknowledge National Drowning Prevention Awareness Week.
The Government of Yukon and the Government of Canada reach an Agreement in Principle to improve health care services for Yukoners
The Yukon and Canadian governments announced an Agreement in Principle to improve health care for Yukoners. The bilateral deal includes $73 million for shared health priorities.
Statement from Minister Tracy-Anne McPhee on Yukon Coroner’s Inquest Report
The Minister of Health and Social Services statement on Yukon Coroner’s Inquest Report recommendations.
Joint Statement from Minister of Health and Social Services and Minister of Community Services on the Office of the Auditor General of Canada's Report on Yukon's COVID-19 Response
Minister of Health and Social Services and Minister of Community Services respond to OAG's COVID-19 report and acknowledge resilience of Yukoners during this pandemic.
Statement from Minister Tracy-Anne McPhee on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Today, we raise awareness and take action to better protect Elders and older persons across the Yukon and beyond.
Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in Government and the Government of Yukon sign Memorandum of Understanding
Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in Government and the Government of Yukon sign Memorandum of Understanding.
Government of Yukon commits to advancing the integration of cultural safety and humility into the health and social system
The Government of Yukon is taking steps to coordinate an approach to cultural safety across the health and social system.
Date modified: 2026-05-27