The latest news from the Government of Yukon. View news releases from 2009 to 2021 in our news archive.
News
Leadership changes in the Yukon government public service
New senior leaders appointed for the Public Service Commission, the Department of Energy, Mines and Resources, and the Department of Highways and Public Works.
Public servants recognized for outstanding achievements
At an awards ceremony yesterday, Premier Sandy Silver presented five public servants and four Government of Yukon teams with the 2022 Premier’s Award for Excellence and Innovation.
Indigenous hiring preference initiative extended
Indigenous hiring preference initiative has been extended to 2029.
Indigenous public servants recognized by Premier Sandy Silver in annual Indigenous Employees Award of Honour
Premier Sandy Silver recently presented Shelby Blackjack with the Indigenous Employees Award of Honour and Vera Bossenberry with the Naats Tláa Award.
Statement on the vaccine requirement for Government of Yukon employees
As of January 31, 2022, all Government of Yukon public servants, volunteers and contractors are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Government of Yukon and Yukon Association of Education Professionals ratify new collective agreement
The Government of Yukon and the Yukon Association of Education Professionals have ratified a new three-year collective agreement. The new agreement is in place until June 30, 2024.
Date modified: 2026-05-27