Government of Yukon

Yukon leaders confirmed the Yukon’s shared priorities of energy security, health system transformation and treaty implementation at the First Nations-First Ministers' Meeting. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/yuko...

Public consultation is underway on the Final Recommended Dawson Regional Land Use Plan, with feedback accepted until December 18. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...

Premier Currie Dixon congratulates Lorne Doerkson and the Conservative Party of British Columbia on their election victory. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...

Affected Yukoners and businesses will remain protected from criminal liability during the extended amnesty period provided they continue to comply with amnesty conditions. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/yuko...

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Premier Dixon congratulates Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation on the swearing in of their new Chief, Lance Nagwan, and four new Councillors. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...

The court-appointed Receiver for Victoria Gold Corp. has reached an agreement for the sale of the Eagle Gold Mine to Boroo Pte. Ltd. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/agre...

Statement from Minister for Energy, Mines and Resources, Ted Laking on House of Commons’ Standing Committee on Indigenous and Northern Affairs Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...

These new partnerships will provide specialized mental health, resilience and support services to staff from the Emergency Measures Organization, Emergency Medical Services and Wildland Fire Management. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...

The Yukon government’s increased borrowing limit provides flexibility while responsible debt management remains the government’s focus. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...

The Yukon joins Canadians in mourning the lives lost in the tragic fire at CFB Wainwright. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...

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The Interim Capital Appropriation Act, 2027–28 has received assent, giving Yukon businesses and contractors more certainty and time to prepare for the 2027 construction season. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/yuko...

The Government of Yukon has opened two new timber harvest opportunities to improve access to Yukon harvesters. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/yuko...

The Yukon government is proposing $14.4 million for early work required for the Whitehorse General Hospital expansion. The funding would help maintain momentum on planning and preparation for this high-priority project and is subject to legislative approval. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/yuko...

Maintenance work begins for Whitehorse’s Whistle Bend north stormwater pond and will be completed in approximately four weeks. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/main...

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International Day of the Girl Child is a chance to celebrate Yukon girls and the people helping them build skills, confidence and opportunities in leadership, trades, technology, music and more. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...

The Government of Yukon has tabled changes to the Residential Tenancies Act to end the rent cap and allow for no-cause evictions. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...

Applications are now being accepted for the Wood Street Centre Advisory Committee. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/new-...

The Yukon Firearms Act was tabled today in the Yukon Legislative Assembly by Minister of Justice Laura Lang. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/yuko...

The number of people on the Find a Primary Care Provider list has fallen from 4,606 in January to 1,827 as of September 2026. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/doct...

The Government of Yukon has introduced Bill No. 6 in the Legislative Assembly to amend the Workers’ Safety and Compensation Act. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...

The Yukon government introduces fall capital appropriation to support contractors and businesses, plus updated estimates showing progress toward fiscal balance. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/yuko...

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The Government of Yukon has launched a new online platform that provides Yukoners with a clear, accessible and transparent way to raise concerns about French-language services. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...

The Government of Yukon wants to hear from Yukoners about their experiences with e-scooters and other electric devices. Take the survey at engageyukon.ca. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/yuko...

Electricity bills change Oct 1: Rider F increases $6.22/month due to global diesel costs. New Expanded Yukon bill relief provides up to $657 this winter. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...

Families in Dawson #Yukon will have access to more universal child care spaces now that construction of the new Big Blue Daycare has been funded, supported with over $2.7M from the Yukon’s Early Learning and Child Care Infrastructure Fund. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...

The Government of Yukon continues to improve its regulatory and enforcement oversight of mining in the Yukon, following the heap leach failure that occurred at the Eagle Gold Mine. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...

October is Library Month, join us in celebrating Yukon libraries. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...

Premier Dixon recognizes the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...

A new rebate has been launched to support Yukon businesses participating in the packaging and paper Extended Producer Responsibility program. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/pack...

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Yukon First Nations, the Council of Yukon First Nations and the Government of Yukon endorsed a Yukon Forum Declaration providing a framework for collaborating on shared priorities. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/yuko...

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The Government of Yukon releases 43 residential lots in Haines Junction. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/43-n...

Health officials are seeing influenza activity earlier than normally expected for this time of year in the Yukon. Help reduce the spread. Stay home when sick, wash your hands, cover coughs and sneezes and consider wearing a mask around people at higher risk. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/earl...

Minister Lang welcomes the appointment of a Chief Firearms Officer for the Yukon, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut, bringing dedicated northern firearms services closer to home. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...

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Public engagement on the Yukon Nominee Program is now open. The Government of Yukon is seeking feedback from Yukoners, employers and people with experience in the program to help inform its future. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...

The twelfth annual Ember Fire Academy concluded Saturday with 11 recruits completing the program. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/embe...

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The Government of Yukon is providing an update on significant improvements to mining permitting timelines. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/yuko...

Following the successful first round of the Residential Builders Lottery, the Yukon government plans to offer additional lots through future lottery rounds and make more lots available to developers. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/seve...

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Canada’s internal trade ministers met today in Iqaluit to make it easier for Canadians to work, do business and invest across the country. Strengthening Canada’s economy at home remains a key priority in building a more prosperous and resilient future. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/cana...

Public engagement on non-consensual sharing of intimate images shows a need for more legal options and more education and awareness on cyber victimization, especially for young people. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/enga...

Following extensive geotechnical and engineering assessment, a solution to address the impacts of soil condition issues near the new bridge abutments has been identified and a permanent remediation design is being developed. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...

The combined departments of Economic Development and Tourism and Culture are now the Department of Economy, Tourism and Culture. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...