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Government of Yukon and Yukon RCMP team up to launch new Mobile Crisis Response Team
The Government of Yukon and the RCMP launched a new Mobile Crisis Response Team in Whitehorse. Car 867 will respond to calls related to mental health issues and suicide risks.
Yukon heritage awareness campaign wins national award
Yukon’s Living Heritage campaign receives national award.
Government of Yukon seeking feedback on waste diversion in the territory
Engagement opens on Extended Producer Responsibility in the Yukon.
Government of Yukon representatives part of Yukon delegation to attend COP27 United Nations climate conference
A Yukon delegation will attend COP 27 United Nations climate conference.
Government tables clean audit of 2021–22 Public Accounts
Premier Sandy Silver tabled the 2021-22 Public Accounts, which confirm a surplus for the 2021-22 year.
Traditional food donated to Elders in long-term care
Yukon Stone Outfitters and Mervyn’s Yukon Outfitting have donated more than 900kg of moose and caribou to Elders living in long term care homes.
New funding program to provide $1 million a year for community tourism projects
The Community Tourism Destination Development Fund offers $1 million through two funding tiers to support tourism related projects in communities across the territory.
Local advocate receives Award for Innovation in Mental Health and Addictions Care for the Yukon
Chris Spencer is the Yukon’s recipient of the Council of the Federation Award for Innovation in Mental Health and Addictions Care.
Recycling Summit to be held in Whitehorse
The Government of Yukon and City of Whitehorse are co-hosting a Recycling Summit from November 1 to 3.
New incentive available for commercial timber harvesting businesses
The Government of Yukon is offering a new incentive for commercial timber harvesters. Registered commercial businesses can qualify to get $10 per cubic metre for wood they harvest.
Date modified: 2026-05-27