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Yukon child welfare practices shift towards extended family care
More Yukon children and youth are now staying with extended families instead of being placed with community caregivers.
The Government of Yukon provides $808,000 in inflation relief to recipients of the Yukon Seniors Income Supplement
Recipients of the Yukon Seniors Income Supplement will receive temporary inflation relief starting this month.
Statement from Minister of Health and Social Services and Justice Tracy-Anne McPhee, following her meetings with Minister Carolyn Bennett
Minister Tracy-Anne McPhee has released a statement following her meetings with Minister Carolyn Bennett.
Yukon pharmacists now able to prescribe and administer vaccines
Yukon pharmacists can now prescribe and administer vaccines.
Government of Yukon continues to make progress on integrating health services
Yukon Emergency Medical Services (EMS) has transitioned to the Department of Health and Social Services.
Yukon government enhances public drug plan with biosimilars
The Yukon’s biosimilar initiative will increase accessibility to safe and affordable medication while supporting the sustainability of the Yukon’s public drug plan.
Government of Yukon increases access to primary healthcare providers
To connect Yukoners with more choices for health care services, the Find a Primary Care Provider program is being expanded to include nurse practitioners.
Indigenous-led youth retreat to foster connections and support mental wellness
Indigenous-led youth retreat in the Yukon promotes mental wellness and fostering connections within communities for Yukon youth.
Statement from Minister McPhee on the Grief and Gratitude Gathering
Statement from Minister McPhee on the Grief and Gratitude Gathering
Statement from the Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Ranade on escalating rates of syphilis
Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Ranade, shares concerns on escalating rates of syphilis in the territory.
Date modified: 2026-05-27