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Yukon Public Libraries offer radon screeners. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/rado...
November 10, 2025 at 4:23 PM
Yukon Public Libraries offer radon screeners. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/rado...
At the request of Premier-Designate Dixon, senior leadership appointments have been made in the Executive Council Office and the Department of Economic Development. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/seni...
November 7, 2025 at 10:18 PM
At the request of Premier-Designate Dixon, senior leadership appointments have been made in the Executive Council Office and the Department of Economic Development. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/seni...
Yukon residents interested in serving as school board trustees for the First Nation School Board or the Commission scolaire francophone du Yukon can now submit their nominations. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/nomi...
October 24, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Yukon residents interested in serving as school board trustees for the First Nation School Board or the Commission scolaire francophone du Yukon can now submit their nominations. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/nomi...
This Thursday, Yukoners will Drop, Cover and Hold On for the Great #ShakeOut earthquake drill. Learn more about earthquake safety at www.yukon.ca/shakeout
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October 15, 2025 at 8:52 PM
This Thursday, Yukoners will Drop, Cover and Hold On for the Great #ShakeOut earthquake drill. Learn more about earthquake safety at www.yukon.ca/shakeout
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Yukoners are encouraged to check their vaccination records and ensure they’re protected against measles. If you are not protected against measles, contact the Whitehorse Health Centre or your community health centre.
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October 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Yukoners are encouraged to check their vaccination records and ensure they’re protected against measles. If you are not protected against measles, contact the Whitehorse Health Centre or your community health centre.
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Yukoners can book COVID-19, flu and RSV vaccines. Protect yourself and your family this respiratory illness season.
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October 6, 2025 at 9:32 PM
Yukoners can book COVID-19, flu and RSV vaccines. Protect yourself and your family this respiratory illness season.
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Yukoners can continue to access essential services and payments during the Canada Post strike, including health care cards, social supports and home care updates.
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October 6, 2025 at 8:42 PM
Yukoners can continue to access essential services and payments during the Canada Post strike, including health care cards, social supports and home care updates.
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It’s Fire Prevention Week! This year's campaign theme is Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home. You can take simple steps to keep yourself and your loved ones safe from fires at home. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/fire...
Photo credit: National Fire Protection Association.
Photo credit: National Fire Protection Association.
October 6, 2025 at 4:57 PM
It’s Fire Prevention Week! This year's campaign theme is Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home. You can take simple steps to keep yourself and your loved ones safe from fires at home. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/fire...
Photo credit: National Fire Protection Association.
Photo credit: National Fire Protection Association.
The general election will be held on Monday, November 3, 2025. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gene...
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Photo credit: Government of Yukon.
October 3, 2025 at 6:13 PM
The general election will be held on Monday, November 3, 2025. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gene...
Photo credit: Government of Yukon.
Photo credit: Government of Yukon.
The Government of Yukon has purchased 408 Wood Street to provide housing for physicians, supporting recruitment in the health system.
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October 2, 2025 at 10:09 PM
The Government of Yukon has purchased 408 Wood Street to provide housing for physicians, supporting recruitment in the health system.
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New report: Yukon-BC transmission line️ would power up to:
• $7.6 billion per year in clean growth.
• 36,000 long-term jobs
• 9 million tonnes of greenhouse gas avoided per year
• 6 communities off diesel
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• $7.6 billion per year in clean growth.
• 36,000 long-term jobs
• 9 million tonnes of greenhouse gas avoided per year
• 6 communities off diesel
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October 2, 2025 at 7:07 PM
New report: Yukon-BC transmission line️ would power up to:
• $7.6 billion per year in clean growth.
• 36,000 long-term jobs
• 9 million tonnes of greenhouse gas avoided per year
• 6 communities off diesel
Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/yuko...
• $7.6 billion per year in clean growth.
• 36,000 long-term jobs
• 9 million tonnes of greenhouse gas avoided per year
• 6 communities off diesel
Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/yuko...
Watson Lake 10-plex to welcome first residents and support community wellness.
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October 2, 2025 at 5:08 PM
Watson Lake 10-plex to welcome first residents and support community wellness.
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Yesterday, Premier Pemberton spoke with Prime Minister Carney about the needs and priorities of Yukoners.
The discussion focused on critical issues such as infrastructure, the rising cost of electricity and the importance of building solutions that keep life affordable.
The discussion focused on critical issues such as infrastructure, the rising cost of electricity and the importance of building solutions that keep life affordable.
October 2, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Yesterday, Premier Pemberton spoke with Prime Minister Carney about the needs and priorities of Yukoners.
The discussion focused on critical issues such as infrastructure, the rising cost of electricity and the importance of building solutions that keep life affordable.
The discussion focused on critical issues such as infrastructure, the rising cost of electricity and the importance of building solutions that keep life affordable.
The Government of Yukon is helping Yukoners to pay electricity bills through the new Winter Electrical Affordability Rebate.
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October 1, 2025 at 9:54 PM
The Government of Yukon is helping Yukoners to pay electricity bills through the new Winter Electrical Affordability Rebate.
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Premier Mike Pemberton has issued a statement on the Royal Canadian Navy’s visit to the Yukon.
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October 1, 2025 at 9:20 PM
Premier Mike Pemberton has issued a statement on the Royal Canadian Navy’s visit to the Yukon.
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Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in and the Government of Yukon signed a renewed Section 17.7 Education Agreement to strengthen co-governance of education in the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Traditional Territory.
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October 1, 2025 at 8:13 PM
Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in and the Government of Yukon signed a renewed Section 17.7 Education Agreement to strengthen co-governance of education in the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Traditional Territory.
Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/tron...
Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/tron...
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee calls on Yukoners to take advantage of free cancer screening programs for breast, colorectal and cervical cancers.
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October 1, 2025 at 6:36 PM
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee calls on Yukoners to take advantage of free cancer screening programs for breast, colorectal and cervical cancers.
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Today is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Let us stand united in support of the Survivors, families, individuals and communities who are deeply impacted by the legacy of residential schools. Take time to learn, grieve, heal and connect with community as you mark this important day.
September 30, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Today is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Let us stand united in support of the Survivors, families, individuals and communities who are deeply impacted by the legacy of residential schools. Take time to learn, grieve, heal and connect with community as you mark this important day.
Premier Pemberton released a statement on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Tuesday, September 30.
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September 29, 2025 at 11:01 PM
Premier Pemberton released a statement on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Tuesday, September 30.
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Due to the Canada Post strike, @yukongov.bsky.social has steps to ensure essential cheques & payments continue. Direct deposits aren’t affected. For cheque pickup or assistance, contact your department or our info line.
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September 29, 2025 at 7:52 PM
Due to the Canada Post strike, @yukongov.bsky.social has steps to ensure essential cheques & payments continue. Direct deposits aren’t affected. For cheque pickup or assistance, contact your department or our info line.
Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...
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The Yukon is strengthening environmental protection with a new Contaminants Regulation. Modern cleanup standards, clearer rules and improved transparency and efficiency will improve environmental protection for the Yukon’s land, water and communities. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...
September 26, 2025 at 9:04 PM
The Yukon is strengthening environmental protection with a new Contaminants Regulation. Modern cleanup standards, clearer rules and improved transparency and efficiency will improve environmental protection for the Yukon’s land, water and communities. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...
The Government of Yukon has completed 44 serviced residential lots in Haines Junction. Watch for the lot release announcement in the coming months.
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September 26, 2025 at 8:45 PM
The Government of Yukon has completed 44 serviced residential lots in Haines Junction. Watch for the lot release announcement in the coming months.
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Every Yukoner deserves access to safe, compassionate care. See the Sexualized Assault Response Team’s Expansion Action Plan to learn how services are growing across our communities.
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September 26, 2025 at 7:40 PM
Every Yukoner deserves access to safe, compassionate care. See the Sexualized Assault Response Team’s Expansion Action Plan to learn how services are growing across our communities.
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Recreation, active living and awards celebrated at annual recreation gathering. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/recr...
September 26, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Recreation, active living and awards celebrated at annual recreation gathering. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/recr...
Statement from Energy, Mines and Resources Minister Streicker on the Government of Yukon’s response to the recommendations of the Eagle Gold Mine Independent Review Board.
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September 25, 2025 at 11:05 PM
Statement from Energy, Mines and Resources Minister Streicker on the Government of Yukon’s response to the recommendations of the Eagle Gold Mine Independent Review Board.
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