Yukon News Releases
/* ES HIDE ALL TABS FOR KUOOT php print render($tabs); */ ?>Government of Yukon issues special warrant to meet financial commitments until 2017–18 budget
The Government of Yukon has issued a special warrant in order to ensure Yukon priorities and commitments continue to be met until the tabling of the 2017–18 budget during the spring legislative session
Territories reach new health care agreement with Canada
Northern premiers have reached an agreement with the federal government to increase health-care funding.
Global rating agency affirms Yukon's AA credit rating
Yukon has the third highest rating in the country.
Government of Yukon seeking feedback on long-term financial priorities of Yukoners
Finance Minister Sandy Silver announced the start of the engagement process around Yukon's financial future.
Premier advocates for Yukon before Senate Committee
The premier spoke out against federal cuts to Territorial Formula Financing
Yukon tables Income Tax Act amendment to address federal budget impacts
The changes will ensure Yukon families can still enjoy tax credits for children’s fitness and art activities.
2016/17 budget sets Yukon on the course for prosperity
The Yukon government’s 2016/17 budget totals $1.392 billion.
Government of Yukon 2016/17 budget still affected by Government of Canada cuts
Government of Canada has partially restored the $23 million funding shortfall.
Public accounts demonstrate strong financial management
Public accounts show annual surplus of $95 million and accumulated surplus of $1.7 billion.
Yukon gets AA rating from global rating agency
Strengths highlighted in the report include very low debt levels, exceptional liquidity and good financial management.
New deputy minister for Finance announced
Premier appoints Katherine White as deputy minister for the Department of Finance.
Changes to the Income Tax Act mean savings for Yukon taxpayers
Changes to the tax act will positively affect Yukoners’ pockets.
Yukon budget proposes significant tax relief for Yukoners
2015 budget will bring significant tax reductions and enhancements to the Yukon Child Tax Benefit.
Yukon doubles popular Yukon Child Fitness Tax Credit
Government of Yukon to double Yukon Child Fitness Tax Credit.
Yukon reduces tax rate to promote small business and investment
Small business corporate tax rate reduced
Yukon to reduce tax rate on small business
Yukon's small business corporate tax rate to be reduced from four per cent to three per cent.
Public accounts reflect financial strength of Yukon
Positive financial results mean Yukon government can continue to respond to emerging priorities.
Yukon gets AA rating from global rating agency
AA rating supports stable outlook for Yukon for fourth year running.
Yukon government invests in core infrastructure and safety needs for Yukoners
The Yukon government is allocating $8.95 million to meet a number of emerging needs, including investments in infrastructure and safety enhancement.
Sound financial decisions help build a positive health care legacy
The Yukon government plans to spend $27 million to reduce the Yukon Hospital Corporation's debt