Government of Yukon

The Yukon government increases support and expands Continuing Nurse Education Fund to include licensed practical nurses and registered psychiatric nurses.

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The Department of Economic Development and the Department of Tourism and Culture will now operate under a single budget as the newly established Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Culture.

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The Government of Yukon is taking steps to mitigate ongoing conflicts between the Takhini elk herd and agricultural landowners in the Takhini Valley area. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...

The Government of Yukon has released the March Yukon Snow Survey Bulletin and Water Supply Forecast. The snow survey found most of the territory to have above average snowpack levels, with the Teslin region having the highest relative snowpack in the territory. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/marc...

Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport joins Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network.

Today we’re proud to announce that Erik Nielsen Whitehorse International Airport has joined the global Hidden Disabilities Sunflower network to make travel more inclusive for people living with non-visible disabilities. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/erik...

Screengrab from Venus Mill scrollytelling website.

The Government of Yukon and the Carleton Immersive Media Studio have launched an interactive digital experience showcasing the people, technology and legacy behind the historic Venus Mill. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/new-...

On International Women’s Day, Minister Lang highlights this year’s theme, Give to Gain, and reaffirmed the Yukon’s commitment to advancing gender equity. #IWD2026 #GiveToGain

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The Government of Yukon extends its best wishes to Team Yukon.

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Statement from Minister Bellmore on investments in infrastructure that support the Arctic Winter Games. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...

The Government of Yukon continues work to improve Haines Junction water services. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...

Minister of Health and Social Services has issued a statement responding to the Auditor General’s report on Child and Family Services in Yukon. The government accepts the findings and will take action to improve services for children and families.

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Energy, Mines and Resources Minister Ted Laking met Tuesday with federal, provincial and territorial ministers responsible for mines at the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada Conference.

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Backcountry camping at Tombstone is now open! Frontcountry reservations at some of the most popular Yukon campgrounds start April 8. Book your campsite early and enjoy your adventure! Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...

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The Government of Yukon provides an update on the Victoria Gold Corporation receivership. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...

Ministers responsible for mining in Canada's three territories met on March 1, 2026, at a Pan-Northern Ministers’ Meeting prior at the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada conference.

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The Government of Yukon announces changes to strengthen the territory’s competitiveness as a mining jurisdiction.

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Premier Currie Dixon highlights the new Government of Yukon’s first three months in office. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...

The Government of Yukon and UNB are excited to announce that applications for the third cohort of the Learn Where You Live program are now open. This virtual program allows Yukon LPNs to become registered nurses while staying in their home communities. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...

Have your say on the future location of École Whitehorse Elementary School. A public survey opens Feb. 25, with in-person information sessions in late March. Your feedback will help inform next steps.

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The Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Government and the Government of Yukon sign a memorandum of understanding to begin joint master planning of land parcels in Dawson. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/tron...

Premier announces Budget 2026 to be tabled first day of Spring sitting, March 19

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Yukon First Nations and governments of Canada and Yukon leaders gathered for the Intergovernmental Forum in Whitehorse, Yukon on February 18, 2026.

The Premier, Council of Yukon First Nations Grand Chief, Yukon First Nations Chiefs and Government of Canada Ministers met for the Intergovernmental Forum in Whitehorse.

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Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Member of Parliament for the Yukon Dr. Brendan Hanley, Minister of Community Services Cory Bellmore and Biathlon Yukon President Bill Curtis pictured responding to media at the opening of the new Biathlon facility in Whitehorse.

The Government of Yukon welcomes Biathlon Yukon into new facility ahead of the Arctic Winter Games. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...

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The Community Development Fund 2024–25 annual report is now available. Learn about the fund, discover past recipients and read about some of the initiatives we supported. View the report: yukon.ca/en/community...

Sustainable Communities Forum delivers training to support municipal, First Nation staff in maintaining service delivery in a changing climate.

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Premier Currie Dixon has made senior leadership appointments.

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A statement from Premier Dixon on the tragedy in Tumbler Ridge. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...

The Government of Yukon is increasing wood supply planning. Four new timber harvest projects are now available to commercial harvesters and another four are currently undergoing environmental and socio-economic assessment.

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Ten Yukon community projects awarded $317,462 in funding for fall 2025 from the Crime Prevention and Victim Services Trust. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/ten-...

Pertussis continues to be reported in the Yukon. Learn more about the symptoms, when to seek testing and how to reduce the spread.

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