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The Government of Yukon awards the contract to build a lift station to continue advancing development of new Chasàn Tatäy neighbourhood. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...
January 9, 2026 at 4:49 PM
The Government of Yukon awards the contract to build a lift station to continue advancing development of new Chasàn Tatäy neighbourhood. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...
The Government of Yukon is stopping the Vendor Performance Review program as part of an effort to ensure efficient, equitable procurement and reduce administrative burden, while providing opportunities for local industry. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...
January 8, 2026 at 4:19 PM
The Government of Yukon is stopping the Vendor Performance Review program as part of an effort to ensure efficient, equitable procurement and reduce administrative burden, while providing opportunities for local industry. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...
In December, cold weather drove peak electricity demand in the Yukon to a new record. Yukon Energy asked industrial customers to voluntarily shift to their own generator power and asked ATCO Electric Yukon to bring its diesel generators online. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/yuko...
January 7, 2026 at 8:38 PM
In December, cold weather drove peak electricity demand in the Yukon to a new record. Yukon Energy asked industrial customers to voluntarily shift to their own generator power and asked ATCO Electric Yukon to bring its diesel generators online. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/yuko...
The Government of Yukon is pausing expansion of EPR by pausing implementation of the hazardous and special waste program to allow time to gather feedback on how current EPR programs are working.
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January 5, 2026 at 11:00 PM
The Government of Yukon is pausing expansion of EPR by pausing implementation of the hazardous and special waste program to allow time to gather feedback on how current EPR programs are working.
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The Government of Yukon is expanding access to the Whitehorse Walk-In Clinic to all Yukoners. This change makes it easier for people to access primary health care when their own provider is unavailable or fully booked. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...
January 5, 2026 at 9:11 PM
The Government of Yukon is expanding access to the Whitehorse Walk-In Clinic to all Yukoners. This change makes it easier for people to access primary health care when their own provider is unavailable or fully booked. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...
The receivership of the Eagle Gold Mine has been extended to April 2026. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/eagl...
January 5, 2026 at 4:30 PM
The receivership of the Eagle Gold Mine has been extended to April 2026. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/eagl...
The Community Development Fund is helping to advance 12 local projects that will strengthen Yukon communities and boost long-term economic resiliency. These projects are driven by innovation and community spirit.
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December 30, 2025 at 7:12 PM
The Community Development Fund is helping to advance 12 local projects that will strengthen Yukon communities and boost long-term economic resiliency. These projects are driven by innovation and community spirit.
Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...
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The Government of Yukon is updating the requirements for Periodic Motor Vehicle Inspections for commercial vehicles to align with other Canadian jurisdictions and cut costs for business.
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December 29, 2025 at 7:43 PM
The Government of Yukon is updating the requirements for Periodic Motor Vehicle Inspections for commercial vehicles to align with other Canadian jurisdictions and cut costs for business.
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Minister Ted Laking has issued a statement on winter peak electricity demand. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...
December 23, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Minister Ted Laking has issued a statement on winter peak electricity demand. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...
Minister of Community Services Cory Bellmore recognizes the frontline staff working to keep us safe this holiday season. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...
December 22, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Minister of Community Services Cory Bellmore recognizes the frontline staff working to keep us safe this holiday season. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...
The Government of Yukon will be using its new online portal to accept applications for the Community Development Fund.
This change is part of the Government of Yukon’s work to modernize programs and services and make it easier for Yukoners to access funding. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/all-...
This change is part of the Government of Yukon’s work to modernize programs and services and make it easier for Yukoners to access funding. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/all-...
December 19, 2025 at 5:16 PM
The Government of Yukon will be using its new online portal to accept applications for the Community Development Fund.
This change is part of the Government of Yukon’s work to modernize programs and services and make it easier for Yukoners to access funding. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/all-...
This change is part of the Government of Yukon’s work to modernize programs and services and make it easier for Yukoners to access funding. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/all-...
December 19, 2025 at 12:55 AM
Order of Yukon inductees announced for 2025. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/orde...
December 17, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Order of Yukon inductees announced for 2025. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/orde...
The Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre is offering 50% off general admission to 18–24-year-olds and free admission to kids and teens 0-17 from December 12, 2025 to January 15, 2026, as part of the Canada Strong Pass.
For current winter hours, visit: www.beringia.com
For current winter hours, visit: www.beringia.com
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December 17, 2025 at 4:56 PM
The Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre is offering 50% off general admission to 18–24-year-olds and free admission to kids and teens 0-17 from December 12, 2025 to January 15, 2026, as part of the Canada Strong Pass.
For current winter hours, visit: www.beringia.com
For current winter hours, visit: www.beringia.com
The Affordability Rate Relief program will offset electricity rate increases for Yukoners on the first 1,000 kWh per month from January to March 2026.
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December 15, 2025 at 9:41 PM
The Affordability Rate Relief program will offset electricity rate increases for Yukoners on the first 1,000 kWh per month from January to March 2026.
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Minister of Environment Wade Istchenko issued a statement on the return of the Outfitters Ball to Haines Junction, highlighting outfitting heritage, community pride and the Yukon’s stewardship of the land.
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December 11, 2025 at 10:08 PM
Minister of Environment Wade Istchenko issued a statement on the return of the Outfitters Ball to Haines Junction, highlighting outfitting heritage, community pride and the Yukon’s stewardship of the land.
Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...
Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...
We’ve released our 2024-25 annual report on housing initiatives and progress made on our Creating Home targets. Read the report: yukon.ca/en/yukon-hou...
December 11, 2025 at 9:30 PM
We’ve released our 2024-25 annual report on housing initiatives and progress made on our Creating Home targets. Read the report: yukon.ca/en/yukon-hou...
Minister of Education Scott Kent has issued a statement on school bus cancellations in cold weather. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...
December 11, 2025 at 5:58 PM
Minister of Education Scott Kent has issued a statement on school bus cancellations in cold weather. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...
The Government of Yukon has decided not to proceed with the current ÉWES relocation plan. We’re responding to community concerns and beginning renewed engagement on future location options. More details will be shared soon. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...
December 10, 2025 at 8:00 PM
The Government of Yukon has decided not to proceed with the current ÉWES relocation plan. We’re responding to community concerns and beginning renewed engagement on future location options. More details will be shared soon. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...
On Tuesday, Premier Currie Dixon tabled the 2025–26 Supplementary Estimates No. 1 as well as the Yukon Public Accounts for 2024–25.
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December 9, 2025 at 10:35 PM
On Tuesday, Premier Currie Dixon tabled the 2025–26 Supplementary Estimates No. 1 as well as the Yukon Public Accounts for 2024–25.
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The 36th Yukon Legislative Assembly began today with the Speech from the Throne, delivered by Commissioner Adeline Webber. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/new-...
December 8, 2025 at 9:32 PM
The 36th Yukon Legislative Assembly began today with the Speech from the Throne, delivered by Commissioner Adeline Webber. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/new-...
Government of Yukon issues update on Wareham Dam Spillway in Mayo. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...
December 5, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Government of Yukon issues update on Wareham Dam Spillway in Mayo. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...
Minister responsible for the Women and Gender Equity Directorate Laura Lang has issued a statement for the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...
December 5, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Minister responsible for the Women and Gender Equity Directorate Laura Lang has issued a statement for the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...
The Yukon Legislative Assembly's 2025 fall session starts on Monday, December 8 at 1 pm. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/2025...
December 1, 2025 at 5:39 PM
The Yukon Legislative Assembly's 2025 fall session starts on Monday, December 8 at 1 pm. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/2025...
Leaders representing Yukon First Nations, the Council of Yukon First Nations and the Government of Yukon held the fourth Yukon Forum of the year.
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November 28, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Leaders representing Yukon First Nations, the Council of Yukon First Nations and the Government of Yukon held the fourth Yukon Forum of the year.
Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/firs...
Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/firs...