Yukon News Releases
June 28, 2021: Chief Medical Officer of Health reports 24 new cases
Please note the number of new cases has been corrected to 24.
Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is reporting 24 new cases of COVID-19. There are now 136 active cases in the territory.
Yukon’s total case count is: 332
For the new cases since 12 p.m. on June 27, 2021:
Youth Roots Grant supports four community projects aimed at empowering youth
The Youth Roots Grant, a funding opportunity that supports substance use prevention efforts, has awarded $18,500 to four community projects across the Yukon.
This grant focuses on initiatives that build social, emotional and physical spaces where youth can thrive and are less likely to start unhealthy, risk-taking behaviours.
The Youth Roots Grant funding recipients for June 2021 include Big Brothers, Big Sisters Yukon; Boys and Girls Club of Yukon; Village of Carmacks and Village of Teslin. Each recipient’s project details can be found below.
June 27, 2021: new COVID-19 cases confirmed; further guidance on outbreak provided
Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is reporting 44 new cases of COVID-19 since Friday afternoon. There are now 124 active cases in the territory. He now states this is the first true “wave” of COVID-19 in Yukon.
Yukon’s total case count: 308
For the new cases since 12 p.m. on June 25:
June 25, 2021: Chief Medical Officer of Health advises ‘social firebreak’: informal gatherings of no more than six as case count continues to rise
Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is reporting 22 new cases of COVID-19 for today. This brings the active case count to 111 with reported recoveries. Since June 4, 2021, all of the variant testing results received to date are positive for the Gamma (P.1) variant.
Yukon’s total case count: 264
For the new cases since 12 p.m. on June 24:
Boil water advisory for residents of Carmacks with private wells
A boil water advisory has been issued for residents of the Village of Carmacks and Little Salmon Carmacks First Nation who use private wells.
The advisory is a precautionary measure to protect public health. Private wells may be impacted by flooding and high ground water from rising water levels on the Yukon River.
If you are using water from a private well:
SKY flight team to provide highly specialized care to the youngest Yukoners
The territory’s air ambulance program has expanded to include obstetrical, neonatal and pediatric critical care transport capabilities through Yukon’s new SKY (Sick Kids Yukon) flight team.
Health and Social Services Minister Tracy-Anne McPhee and Minister of Community Services Richard Mostyn were joined by Yukon EMS Deputy Chief of Clinical Operations Ryan Soucy to unveil the flight team and provide an overview of the program this afternoon at the Emergency Response Centre in Whitehorse.
Canada supports Rapid Housing projects for First Nations in Yukon
Joint news release with the Government of Canada.
Every Canadian deserves a safe and affordable place to call home. The COVID-19 crisis has made it clear that affordable housing is key to Canada’s recovery for communities across the country, including those in the Yukon.
June 24, 2021: Chief Medical Officer of Health reports 18 new cases of COVID-19
Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is reporting 18 new cases of COVID-19 for today. This brings the active case count to 107 with reported recoveries. Since June 4, 2021, all of the variant testing results received to date are positive for the Gamma variant.
Yukon’s total case count: 242
For the new cases since noon on June 23:
Statement from Premier Sandy Silver on the discovery of unmarked graves at the Marieval Indian Residential School site in Saskatchewan
Premier of the Yukon Sandy Silver has issued the following statement:
“Indigenous communities have long known the truth about residential schools and that truth can no longer be ignored by Canadians.
“We are devastated to learn of the discovery by the Cowessess First Nation. Our communities are still grieving from the discoveries in Kamloops and other sites in Canada and we know, with a heavy heart, that there will be more.
June 23, 2021: Chief Medical Officer of Health reports one death and four new cases of COVID-19
Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is saddened to announce the death of another Yukon resident from COVID-19.
There are four new confirmed cases of COVID-19 today, and the active case count is 103. Since June 4, 2021, all of the variant testing results received to date are positive for the Gamma (P.1) variant.
Yukon’s total case count: 224
For the new cases since 12 p.m. on June 22:
June 22, 2021: new COVID-19 cases confirmed; community transmission among unvaccinated
Please note the number of active cases has been corrected to 92.
Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is announcing eight new confirmed cases of COVID-19. There are now 92 active cases in the territory with recoveries expected. Since June 4, 2021, screening results received so far indicate all cases are positive for the Gamma (P.1) variant.
Yukon’s total case count: 220
For the new cases since 12 p.m. on June 21:
Organizations receive funding to target prevention of violence against Indigenous women
Six Yukon-based organizations will receive funding over the next two years to help prevent violence against Indigenous women and girls. A total of $200,000 from the Prevention of Violence against Aboriginal Women fund (PVAAW) will be split between these community organizations and their designated projects:
June 21, 2021: new COVID-19 cases confirmed; community transmission among unvaccinated
Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is announcing 30 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 since Saturday afternoon. There are now 100 active cases in the territory. Since June 4, 2021, screening results received so far indicate all cases are positive for the Gamma (P.1) variant.
Yukon’s total case count: 212.
For the new cases since 12 p.m. on June 19:
Statement from the Government of Yukon in recognition of National Indigenous Peoples Day
Premier of the Yukon Sandy Silver has issued the following statement:
“National Indigenous Peoples Day is an important opportunity to honour and celebrate the diverse cultures and traditions of Indigenous Peoples in the Yukon and across Canada.
“This year marks the fifth year our territory has recognized June 21 as a statutory holiday.
June 19, 2021: new COVID-19 cases confirmed; community transmission among unvaccinated
Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is announcing 29 new confirmed cases of COVID-19. There are now 87 active cases in the territory. Thirty one are confirmed as the Gamma (P.1) variant, however it is presumed that all cases identified since June 4, 2021 are this variant of concern.
Yukon’s total case count: 182
For the new cases today:
June 18, 2021: F.H. Collins prom attendees directed to self-isolate; case count continues to increase
Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health (CMOH) Dr. Brendan Hanley is directing Grade 12 students who attended the F.H. Collins prom event on Friday, June 11, to self-isolate until end of day on Friday, June 25, at 11:59 p.m. This direction is issued under his authority under Sections 11 and 17 of the Communicable Disease regulation under the Public Health and Safety Act.
Drive-up COVID-19 testing opens tonight to address increased demand
The COVID-19 Testing and Assessment Centre (CTAC) will open a drive-up testing centre tonight to assist with demand for testing since the beginning of the most recent outbreak.
While CTAC has been able to meet most of the demand for testing with indoor testing, the drive up option will assist those who are nervous about their exposure by coming inside. They can now request an in-car option.
June 17, 2021: new COVID-19 cases confirmed
Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Brendan Hanley, announces nine new confirmed cases of COVID-19. There are now 54 active cases in the territory including one probable case and two out of territory cases. While only 11 are confirmed as Gamma variant, it is presumed that all recent cases are this variant of concern.
Yukon’s total case count: 145 confirmed and one probable case.*
For the new cases today:
Yukoners can now apply for their Good Energy rebates online
The Government of Yukon is launching a new online system that streamlines applications for Good Energy rebates and incentives. The Good Energy E-rebates platform features the government’s energy efficient incentives for homeowners and residences, and Yukoners can now apply using the online platform.
