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Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee has issued the following statement: “December 3 is International Day of Persons with Disabilities (IDPWD). This day, held each year to celebrate people with disabilities, promotes their rights and wellbeing and increases awareness of their experiences in society. “The theme this year is “United in action to rescue and … Read more

This is a joint news release between the Yukon Hospital Corporation and the Government of Yukon. The Government of Yukon, in partnership with the Yukon Hospital Corporation (YHC), is pleased to share the independent report produced by Ernst and Young. This report offers an in-depth analysis of the governance, financial management, and internal controls within … Read more

The Government of Yukon is providing additional funding to ensure the Yukon Hospital Corporation can address the immediate pressures impacting in-territory surgeries and medical imaging programs. At the direction of the Minister of Health and Social Services, additional investments are being made to ensure that Yukoners have timely access to the care and health services … Read more

Premier Ranj Pillai and a Yukon government delegation have completed a mission to Europe where they attended several mining conferences and held meetings with government and business leaders to promote opportunities in the Yukon, notably as a secure and stable supply for the critical minerals that the world needs to support the clean energy transition. … Read more

Premier Ranj Pillai and Health and Social Services and Justice Minister Tracy-Anne McPhee issued the following statement: “While the holiday season holds a different meaning for everyone, it consistently underscores the importance of kindness, compassion and care for our family, friends, neighbours and community members. Together with partners, our government remains committed to building a … Read more

Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee has issued the following statement: “Today marks an important milestone for mental health and suicide prevention. The Government of Canada has introduced the national 9-8-8 Suicide Crisis Helpline, a simple three-digit number that anyone can now call or text for help 24 hours a day, seven days … Read more

The Yukon government has started consultation and targeted engagement with affected First Nations, outfitters and stakeholders on options to address conservation concerns for thinhorn sheep in five Sheep Management Units in southwest Yukon: Brooks Arm, Ruby Range, Donjek, Nutzotin and Flat Top. In 2022 and 2023, biologists with the Yukon government’s Department of Environment conducted … Read more

The Government of Yukon has approved two new regulations under the Public Utilities Act that will allow the Yukon’s public utilities to purchase renewable electricity generated in British Columbia. The change enables the Yukon’s utilities to buy power from Tlingit Homeland Energy Limited Partnership’s hydroelectric expansion project in Atlin and the Daylu Dena Council’s solar … Read more

2019-20 graduates Ryley Andrew, Patrick Bannasch, Jonathon Bjork-Andison, Deon Blake, Tyler Cardinal, Jason Chapman, Samual Cromarty, Roderick “Buck” Dewhurst, Gerald Dickson, Nicholas Dobush, Nicolas Farlam, Alec Fewer, Carli Goebel, Graham Gottscalk, Walter Hermosa, Jordan Jovanovic, Jai Kafka-Koleko, Guik Kim, Darcy Krebs, Tanner Kulych, Nicolas Light, Mary Elizabeth MacKay, Michael Mahar, Catherine McInroy, Yudii Mercedes, Dustin … Read more

Download news release The Yukon Legislative Assembly’s Standing Committee on Public Accounts will be holding a public hearing on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The subject of the hearing will be a report of the Office of the Auditor General of Canada entitled COVID-19 Pandemic – COVID-19 Vaccines in Yukon – Independent … Read more

Following an attempted abduction on August 25th at the Andrea Hotel in Watson Lake (see previous news release), the RCMP have been seeking information from the public that could help identify the suspect. Watson Lake RCMP have worked with a forensic sketch artist to develop an image of what the suspect looks like. The female victim … Read more

Minister responsible for the Women and Gender Equity Directorate Jeanie McLean has issued the following statement: “This year the 16 Days of Activism against Gender-based Violence campaign began on November 25. This annual campaign, which takes place internationally, across Canada and in the Yukon illuminates the collective efforts of so many organizations and individuals to … Read more

This is a joint news release between the Government of Yukon and the City of Whitehorse. The Government of Yukon and the City of Whitehorse would like to remind Yukoners to consult the designated harvesting map before cutting down a Christmas tree this year. Yukoners can access the harvesting map and other important harvesting information … Read more

Premier Ranj Pillai has issued the following statement: “As we commemorate Holodomor Memorial Day tomorrow, we solemnly remember one of the darkest chapters in human history, where millions of Ukrainians lost their lives due to human-made famine in the early 1930s. This day serves as a painful reminder of the suffering and hardship endured by … Read more

With the conclusion of the Fall 2023 Legislative Assembly, the Government of Yukon is making significant progress to make life safer and more affordable for Yukoners. Today, the 2023-2024 First Supplementary Estimates passed with the support of Liberal and NDP caucuses. The estimates include a $17 million funding increase for the Yukon Hospital Corporation, to … Read more

The Yukon Fire Marshal’s Office (FMO) is conducting a cause and origin investigation, in coordination with the RCMP, of the November 14 incident in Whitehorse. As a result, Bates Crescent is partially closed (from house numbers 15 to 19) as of Wednesday, November 22. The FMO will focus on determining the cause and origin of … Read more

Today, the Minister of Environment Nils Clarke tabled the State of the Environment report for 2023 in the Yukon Legislative Assembly. The report tracks environmental indicators that show trends in the Yukon’s environment through the lens of climate change, air, water, land and fish and wildlife indicators. The report includes information as of the end … Read more

The Government of Yukon is listening to local businesses across the territory and is committed to helping them meet their labour needs. In order to help businesses respond to the labour shortage, the Government of Yukon has successfully advocated with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada for an increased allocation in 2023 to the Yukon Nominee … Read more

Premier Ranj Pillai has issued the following statement: “Yesterday, Canada’s Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland delivered an update on the state of Canada’s finances and economy in the 2023 Fall Economic Statement. “Our government welcomes the federal government’s focus on affordability measures. In particular, new funding to increase housing supply, help first-time home buyers and encourage … Read more

To support Yukoners’ access to affordable housing, the Government of Yukon is now accepting applications for the seventh intake of the Housing Initiatives Fund. The Housing Initiatives Fund is designed to increase the number of new, quality, affordable units in the territory by providing capital grants to community housing providers, First Nations governments and development … Read more

Today, Minister of Finance Sandy Silver tabled the 2022–23 Public Accounts in the Yukon Legislative Assembly. The Public Accounts report the actual audited financial results for the prior fiscal year and the financial position at the end of that fiscal year. The Office of the Auditor General of Canada is responsible for verifying that the … Read more

The Government of Yukon has tabled the 2022 Health Status Report in the Yukon Legislative Assembly. The comprehensive report is issued by the Chief Medical Officer of Health every three years and updated annually. This update provides additional information on communicable diseases and immunizations in the Yukon. The first section of the report outlines vaccination … Read more

Minister of Community Services Richard Mostyn has issued the following statement: “Winter is here. This is an exciting time for Yukoners as we break out the skis, tune up our sleds, and get ready to enjoy the winter’s wonders. “Winter brings its own dangers and hazards. Whether it’s fire, floods, ice storms or power outages, … Read more

The winner of the 2023 Robert E. Leckie Award for Excellence in Environmental Stewardship was announced yesterday evening at the 51st Annual Geoscience Forum & Trade Show banquet. This year’s recipient is Snowline Gold Corporation. The company’s mineral exploration work about 220 kilometres east of Mayo stands as an excellent example of progressive reclamation, cleaning … Read more

Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee and Minister of Education and Minister responsible for the Women and Gender Equity Directorate Jeanie McLean have issued the following statement: “Every year on November 20, we observe Transgender Day of Remembrance. On this day, we mourn and remember transgender people whose lives were lost to violence … Read more

High quality early learning and child care environments support improved outcomes for Yukon children, which is key for later success in school and life. The Government of Yukon is working to update the Child Care Act, which came into force on July 1, 1990. Changes to this legislation will consider the key principles of quality, … Read more

Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee has issued the following statement: “This week is National Addictions Awareness Week, a time dedicated to deepening our understanding of substance use and addiction in the Yukon and across Canada. “This year, under the theme of ‘Inspiration, Innovation and Inclusion,’ we acknowledge that substance use is a … Read more

Minister Sandy Silver has issued the following statement:  “On October 30th, I promised to keep Yukoners informed about the ongoing progress and development of the 2022-23 Public Accounts. The scheduled date for tabling the Public Accounts for the 2022-23 fiscal year will be November 22, 2023. “As the Minister of Finance, I am committed to … Read more

The Yukon RCMP Major Crimes Unit investigation continues into the circumstances of the home explosion on Bates Crescent earlier this week. At this time, police can confirm their investigation has expanded into a criminal inquiry. Anyone with information who has not yet spoken with police is encouraged to reach out to the Yukon RCMP Major … Read more

This is a joint news release between the Government of Yukon and the Council of Yukon First Nations. Last week, representatives from the Government of Yukon, Yukon First Nations governments, the Chiefs Committee on Health, and the Health Transformation Advisory Committee visited Southcentral Foundation in Anchorage, Alaska to learn about successful ways to work together … Read more

Premier and Minister of Economic Development Ranj Pillai has issued the following statement: “This November 13 to 19 is Global Entrepreneurship Week. This annual event is celebrated in over 180 countries worldwide. Organized by the Global Entrepreneurship Network’s partners, the week provides an opportunity for businesses, non-profits, entrepreneurs and ecosystem champions to organize events focused … Read more

The Women and Gender Equity Directorate is looking for new board members to join the Minister’s Advisory Council on Women and Gender Equity (formerly known as the Yukon Advisory Council on Women’s Issues). The Council will provide advice to the Minister responsible for Women and Gender Equity Directorate and other ministers on policies, programs and … Read more

Premier Ranj Pillai and Health and Social Services Minister Tracy-Anne McPhee issued the following statement: “On behalf of the Government of Yukon, we want to express our ongoing commitment to fostering safe and thriving communities across the territory. “Downtown Whitehorse is home to incredible businesses, a strong residential community, and significant and essential supports for … Read more

Whitehorse RCMP is seeking public assistance in locating Rayn Grant, who was reported missing on November 16, 2023. He was last seen on November 12, 2023, in the Takhini area outside of Whitehorse, Yukon. Description of Mr. Grant: First Nations man Age 23 years old 5 ft 7 in (170 cm) 150 lbs (69 kg) brown hair brown eyes He may be wearing: beige canvas coat blue … Read more

Whitehorse RCMP arrested three people on November 14, 2023, related to possession of a stolen vehicle. Kyle McCormick, Darrin Lucas, and Kimberly Gill remain in custody. At approximately 4:10pm on November 14, police received a call about a stolen vehicle, observed in the downtown area of Whitehorse. On-duty officers attended the reported area of the vehicle, and the occupants … Read more

Download news release. The Yukon Legislative Assembly’s Standing Committee on Public Accounts will be holding a public hearing on Friday, November 24, 2023, at 1:00 p.m. The hearing will address the Yukon Public Accounts for the 2022-23 fiscal year, which have not yet been released by the Government of Yukon. Officials from the Department of … Read more

The Fiduciaries Access to Digital Assets Act (2023) has received assent in the Yukon Legislative Assembly. A fiduciary is a person who acts on behalf of another person and is bound both legally and ethically to act in that person’s best interests. The Act clarifies fiduciaries’ access to the digital assets of deceased or incapable … Read more

This is a joint news release between the Council of Yukon First Nations and the Government of Yukon. The Council of Yukon First Nations and the Government of Yukon have announced the launch of a Yukon First Nations Land-Based Healing Fund.  Funded by the Government of Yukon and administered by the Council of Yukon First … Read more

Bill No. 34, the Technical Amendments (Finance) Act 2023, received assent today in the Yukon Legislative Assembly. This Act amends the following legislation: the Yukon’s Income Tax Act, Yukon Government Carbon Price Rebate Act and Financial Administration Act. Technical amendment acts are designed to make sure that the Yukon’s legislation is consistent with federal laws … Read more

Minister of Finance Sandy Silver and Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee issued the following statement: “The Government of Yukon is taking action to address an increase in vaping and help reduce vaping-associated lung illnesses by tabling a motion this fall sitting of the Yukon Legislative Assembly asking members to support the Yukon … Read more

The Government of Yukon has released its third strategic framework for French-language services. The 2023-2025 roadmap will help guide the Yukon government’s actions and investments to keep current with the evolving priorities of the growing Yukon Francophone community. The four priorities are: leveraging technology; keeping people safe; recruiting and supporting bilingual employees; and supporting a … Read more

On November 14th, around 5:30 am, the Whitehorse RCMP responded to reports that there had been a home explosion on Bates Crescent, Whitehorse. Police attended the scene to find little remaining of the home and damage done to neighboring properties. One person is deceased as a result of the explosion. Another has been transported to hospital with critical … Read more

Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee has issued the following statement: “This week is National Nurse Practitioner Week, an opportunity to honour the important work of nurse practitioners in the Yukon and across the country. “Nurse practitioners are skilled healthcare professionals who work together with the healthcare team using a patient-centered approach to … Read more

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Premier Ranj Pillai is pleased to announce an extension for Michael Prochazka as the acting deputy minister for the Department of Economic Development. Mr. Prochazka has been serving as the acting deputy minister since May 2023 and will continue to act in the position for an additional six months. Mr. Prochazka began his public sector … Read more

On Thursday, November 9th, Whitehorse RCMP General Investigations Section, General Duty members, the Crime Reduction Unit and the Emergency Response Unit arrested Tyrell Sidney, 44, and charged him with: Two counts, Possession of property obtained by crime – 354(1)(a), Criminal Code; Three counts, Flight from Peace Officer, Section, 320.17, Criminal Code; Two counts, Fail to Comply with a Release … Read more

Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee has issued the following statement: “The Yukon stands with the global community to mark World Pneumonia Day, observed every year on November 12. Across the world, pneumonia is one of the leading infections of children and adults – and Canada is no exception. “Pneumonia is a lung … Read more

The Yukon has long been a place of innovation, creativity and the pursuit of solutions and new ways of doing things. The Government of Yukon is following in this path laid by generations of Yukon leaders and thinkers, releasing a five-year strategy that will shape how the government supports and enables innovative practices across the … Read more

The Emergency Measures Organization will be issuing a test of the AlertReady system at approximately 1:55 pm (Yukon time) on Wednesday, November 15. The test will be broadcast on cellphones, radio and televisions across the Yukon. Regular testing of the emergency alerting system is important to ensure that critical information can be issued to Yukoners … Read more

This is a joint news release between the Government of Yukon and the Yukon Royal Canadian Mounted Police. October 31 marked the one-year anniversary of the Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT), also known as Car 867, which is a collaboration between the Government of Yukon and the Yukon RCMP “M” Division. This initiative was developed … Read more

Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee and Minister responsible for French Language Services Directorate John Streicker have issued the following statement: “Today marks a significant milestone as we celebrate the first-year anniversary of the Centre de Santé Constellation Health Centre. This health care facility, which began its journey in the Nuvo Building at … Read more

The Government of Yukon commemorates veterans this November by recognizing Veterans’ Week, National Indigenous Veterans’ Day and Remembrance Day. Veterans’ Week, which takes place this year from November 5 to 11, acknowledges the commitment and service of those who enlisted in the armed forces. During Veterans’ Week, the Yukon government pays tribute to the more … Read more

Minister of Community Services Richard Mostyn has issued the following statement:   “November 1 to 7 is Carbon Monoxide Awareness Week in Canada. Carbon monoxide, or CO, is a poisonous, odourless and colourless gas. It is produced by burning fuels like gas, kerosene, propane and wood. “At-home risks for carbon monoxide include heating and cooking equipment; … Read more

On November 5 and 6, Premier Ranj Pillai joined Canada’s Premiers in Halifax, Nova Scotia, for a Council of the Federation meeting and Health Summit. Premier Pillai raised the Government of Yukon’s perspectives and interests on common priorities including housing, infrastructure and health care. Premier Pillai also highlighted innovative work being undertaken in collaboration with … Read more

Premier and Minister of Economic Development Ranj Pillai and Minister responsible for the French Language Services Directorate John Streicker have issued the following statement: “National Francophone Immigration Week is an annual tradition in which we acknowledge and celebrate the contributions of French-speaking immigrants in the Yukon. “This year’s National Francophone Immigration Week is taking place … Read more

Minister of Justice Tracy-Anne McPhee has issued the following statement: “November is National Community Safety and Crime Prevention Month, where Canadians are invited to reflect on crime prevention best practices and community safety issues that affect us on a day-to-day basis. “This topic has been a growing focus for many of us across the Yukon, … Read more

Premier Ranj Pillai issued the following statement: “The Government of Yukon continues to work with community partners to ensure a safe, welcoming environment for everyone in downtown Whitehorse. We are committed to increasing oversight and outreach presence in the area to ensure residents and businesses feel safe and supported. “405 Alexander provides essential, life-saving services … Read more

The Government of Yukon is committed to creating housing options that are accessible and reflective of the diverse needs of all Yukoners. As part of this commitment, the Government of Yukon has awarded $515,000 in funding to Castle Rock Enterprises, to support remediation of the Ryder Apartment building in Whitehorse. Castle Rock Enterprises is owned … Read more

Premier Ranj Pillai has issued the following statement: “In the Yukon and across Canada, we recognize November as Hindu Heritage Month. We are fortunate to have a vibrant, growing Hindu community here in the Yukon, thanks in part to our Yukon Nominee Program. “India, often referred to as the birthplace and the heartland of Hinduism, … Read more