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Statement from Minister McPhee on Law Day
Minister of Justice and Attorney General Tracy-Anne McPhee has issued a statement on Law Day, a yearly event celebrating the signing of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
Premier Pillai urges federal action on bail reform
Premier Pillai joined Canada’s Premiers in sending a letter to Prime Minister Carney calling for comprehensive legislative changes to address critical issues in Canada’s bail system.
Government of Yukon introduces the Technical Amendments (Estates, Unclaimed Bodies and Related Matters) Act (2025)
Today, the Government of Yukon proposed to amend four acts in the Technical Amendments Act (2025) to help estate planning and administration in the Yukon.
Government of Yukon seeks public input on improvements to the Human Rights Act
The Government of Yukon invites Yukoners to provide feedback on the proposed changes to the Human Rights Act that will enable it to be more consistent with other Canadian jurisdictions.
Statement from Minister McPhee on the national tobacco litigation
Minister McPhee expresses thanks to the Ontario Superior Court of Justice on approval of the final plan for compensation from the tobacco industry to address health impacts from smoking.
Funding and investment for Yukon RCMP in Budget 2025–26
The Department of Justice provides highlights from the 2025–26 main budget to be tabled during the spring Legislative Assembly including important investments in the Yukon RCMP.
New agreement enhances policing for Kluane First Nation through collaborative tripartite partnership
The Government of Canada, the Government of Yukon and the Kluane First Nation have entered into a First Nations and Inuit Policing Program Community Tripartite Agreement.
The City of Whitehorse and the Government of Yukon partner on Community Safety and Wellbeing Plan for Whitehorse
City of Whitehorse and Government of Yukon partner to begin community safety and wellbeing planning for Whitehorse.
Government of Yukon seeks public input on electricity regulation improvements
The Government of Yukon is seeking Yukoners’ input on improvements to the Public Utilities Act which will help ensure a more efficient process for regulating the sale of electricity in the Yukon.
Implementation of historic agreement takes another step forward with agreement on funding for corrections programs and community services rooted in Teslin Tlingit culture and values
On February 8, 2025, the Teslin Tlingit Council, the Government of Yukon and the Government of Canada signed an Amendment to the Administration of Justice Agreement.
Date modified: 2026-05-27