Yukon News Releases
Statement from Premier Sandy Silver on the 2021 federal election
Premier Sandy Silver has issued the following statement:
“Congratulations to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, the Liberal Party of Canada and all Members of Parliament for their successful election outcome.
“As we continue our strong partnership with the federal government, we will move forward together in addressing the pandemic, climate change, our economy and issues that matter to Yukoners.
“I also want to congratulate Dr. Brendan Hanley for his successful bid to represent Yukoners in Ottawa.
COVID-19 outbreak declared in Grade 4 class at Johnson Elementary School in Watson Lake
The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has declared a COVID-19 outbreak in the Grade 4 class at Johnson Elementary School in Watson Lake. At this time, three cases are linked to this outbreak. These cases have no known exposure sources other than the Grade 4 classroom. It is most likely that these cases caught COVID-19 within their class cohort and there is no indication of spread in the school beyond this class.
September 20, 2021: COVID-19 case count update
The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott reports 12 new cases of COVID-19 from noon Friday, September 17, to noon Monday, September 20. The number of active cases is currently 30.
Total number of confirmed Yukon cases since March 22, 2020: 725; 678 cases since June 1, including out of territory residents diagnosed in the Yukon and probable cases. Since March 22, 2020, 691 people have recovered.
List of presumed cancers for firefighters to be included in proposed Workers’ Safety and Compensation Act
This fall, the Government of Yukon will table the most progressive Workers’ Compensation Bill in the country.
The legislation will include the broadest array of presumptive cancers in the country to protect full- and part-time and volunteer Yukon firefighters who, through their valiant work, are often placed at higher risk of illness. This list will also include thyroid and pancreatic cancer, which makes it the most comprehensive coverage in the country.
September 17, 2021: COVID-19 case count update
The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott reports four new cases of COVID-19 from noon Wednesday, September 15, to noon Friday, September 17. The number of active cases is currently at 25.
Total number of confirmed Yukon cases since March 22, 2020: 716; 666 cases since June 1, including out of territory residents diagnosed in the Yukon and probable cases. Since March 22, 2020, 686 people have recovered.
Third doses of COVID-19 vaccine to be available for a select group of immunocompromised Yukoners
Beginning Monday, September 20, Yukoners who qualify for a third dose of a COVID-19 immunization can make an appointment online through the CanImmunize page on Yukon.ca. Yukoners in rural communities can call their local health centre to find out when the next immunization clinic will be held.
September 16, 2021: public exposure notifications
The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has issued COVID-19 public exposure notices.
Public exposure notices- Air North (4N570)
Sunday, September 12, 2021
Vancouver to Whitehorse
Departure: 8:30 p.m.
Anyone on this flight is asked to self monitor for symptoms for 14 days, until September 26, 2021, and to arrange for testing if they develop any symptoms.
New name for the Women’s Directorate reflects work to advance gender equity
The Women’s Directorate will now be known as the Women and Gender Equity Directorate to reflect the important work that is already happening to advocate and support women, girls and the LGBTQ2S+ community.
September 15, 2021: COVID-19 case count update
The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott reports six new cases of COVID-19 from noon, Monday, September 13, to noon Wednesday, September 15. The number of active cases is currently at 23.
Total number of confirmed Yukon cases since March 22, 2020: 712; 662 cases since June 1, including out of territory residents diagnosed in the Yukon and probable cases. Since March 22, 2020, 684 people have recovered.
Government of Yukon collaborating with Yukon First Nations to develop new mining legislation
In collaboration with Yukon First Nations, the Government of Yukon is developing new mining legislation that will improve the management of the Yukon’s mineral resources in a way that respects First Nations’ relationships with the land and supports a modern and sustainable mining industry. The new legislation will work to improve the territory’s regulatory system, strengthen the Yukon’s economy, protect the environment and support the modern day needs of the Yukon.
State of Emergency lifted for Southern Lakes, Lake Laberge
The Government of Yukon is lifting the State of Emergency previously issued under the Civil Emergency Measures Act in response to flooding in the Southern Lakes region, including Lake Laberge.
This State of Emergency was declared on July 9, 2021, giving the Yukon government the ability to provide effective and timely response to residents impacted by flooding in the territory. Water levels have continued to decline since August 17 and the flood response is now entering the recovery phase.
September 14, 2021: public exposure notification
The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has issued a COVID-19 public exposure notice for the following flight:
Phase 2 of new affordable housing project in River Bend opens
Joint release with the Government of Yukon, Da Daghay Development Corporation (DDDC) and the City of Whitehorse.
Today, the Ta’an Kwäch’än Council (TKC), Da Daghay Development Corporation (DDDC), along with the Government of Yukon and the City of Whitehorse, announced the opening of Phase 2 of the River Bend development in Whistle Bend. The second phase of the affordable housing development project consists of two buildings that will provide an additional 28 homes for Yukoners.
United Way Breakfast tickets now available
The Government of Yukon will host the annual United Way Breakfast fundraiser on Friday, September 24, at Mount McIntyre Recreation Centre from 7 to 10:30 a.m. To respect everyone's level of comfort with the current COVID-19 situation and to ensure appropriate public health measures, this year's event will be a drive-through take-away breakfast.
September 13, 2021: COVID-19 case count update
The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott reports six new cases of COVID-19 from noon, Friday, September 10, to noon, Monday, September 13. The number of active cases is currently at 21.
Total number of confirmed Yukon cases since March 22, 2020: 706; 656 cases since June 1, including out of territory residents diagnosed in the Yukon and probable cases. Since March 22, 2020, 680 people have recovered.
Leadership changes to Government of Yukon departments
Premier Sandy Silver has made changes to leadership positions in the Department of Tourism and Culture, French Language Services Directorate and the Women’s Directorate.
Justin Ferbey will be acting Deputy Minister for the Department of Tourism and Culture, along with his existing roles as Deputy Minister with the Department of Economic Development and President of the Yukon Development Corporation.
September 11, 2021: public exposure notice
The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has issued a COVID-19 public exposure notice for the following flight:
September 10, 2021: COVID-19 case count update
The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott reports five new cases of COVID-19 from noon, Wednesday, September 8 to noon, Friday, September 10. The number of active cases is currently at 20.
Total number of confirmed Yukon cases since March 22, 2020: 701; 650 cases since June 1, including out of territory residents diagnosed in the Yukon and probable cases. Out of territory individuals who are diagnosed in the Yukon are counted in the active count but not in the Yukon total case count as they are counted in their home jurisdiction.
Statement from Minister of Community Services, Richard Mostyn on Firefighters’ National Memorial Day
Minister of Community Services, Richard Mostyn has issued the following statement:
“September 12 marks Firefighters’ National Memorial Day – a day designated to remember Canadian firefighters who have fallen in the line of duty across our country.
Government of Yukon partners with Blood Ties Four Directions for operation of new supervised consumption site
Joint news release with Blood Ties Four Directions Centre
Blood Ties Four Directions Centre will be leading the operation of the new supervised consumption site set to open in Whitehorse. As part of a new agreement with the Government of Yukon, Blood Ties will provide integrated services at 6189-6th Avenue, including the operation of the supervised consumption site.
