Yukon News Releases
Commissioner unveils Order of Yukon design, personal Coat of Arms and new exhibit at the Taylor House
The long awaited design of the Order of Yukon was unveiled today in the front yard of the Taylor House. The design incorporates the Yukon Crest over a fireweed on a ribbon in the colours of the flag of Yukon.
The Order of Yukon was established in 2018 to recognize individuals who have demonstrated excellence and achievement and made outstanding contributions to the social, cultural or economic well-being of Yukon and its residents.
Air quality advisory for Yukon
The office of Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health is updating its air quality advisory for Yukon due to forecasts for increasing concentrations of wildfire smoke.
Wildfires in Alaska and central Yukon continue to produce smoke throughout the territory. Local conditions will affect the smoke concentration in each community. Current forecasts predict that the densest smoke will affect central Yukon communities starting Wednesday, July 10.
Education Agreement signed between Government of Yukon and Kwanlin Dün First Nation
Joint news release with Kwanlin Dün First Nation
Whitehorse residents to benefit from improved compost facility
Joint news release with the Government of Canada
A thriving economy needs strategic investments in green infrastructure solutions to improve the lives of citizens while limiting impacts on the local environment. Investing in innovative green infrastructure also helps create jobs and improve the quality of life of Northerners.
Kwanlin Dün First Nation Citizens to benefit from new community space
Investing in social infrastructure where Yukoners can come together, share ideas and access vital resources helps build dynamic and inclusive communities where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.
National travelling exhibit showcased at Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre
Museums’ Choice: Fossil Favourites from Across Canada is being hosted at the Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre in Whitehorse. The national travelling exhibit features a 125,000-year-old camel toe bone first discovered at Hunker Creek and will be on display until the end of September.
Western Premiers conclude meetings in Edmonton, Alberta
Premier Sandy Silver joined provincial and territorial counterparts in Edmonton at the Western Premiers’ Conference to promote a collaborative relationship focused on a strong, competitive economy that works for all western and northern Canadians.
Governments of Canada and Yukon announce agreements to help Canadians improve their skills and prepare for the future of work with good quality jobs
Joint news release with the Government of Canada
As innovation and technology continue to change how we live and work, Canadian workers are met with new challenges and opportunities. That is why it is more important than ever before to ensure Canadians benefit from an innovation-driven economy—and it means ensuring both employed and unemployed individuals have a chance to learn the skills they will need for the jobs of today, as well as the jobs of tomorrow.
Whitehorse affordable housing project receives funding
A new affordable housing project in downtown Whitehorse is receiving $420,000 through the Housing Initiatives Fund. The Lowe Street Affordable-to-Own Housing Development will create 12 modest-sized, energy efficient, affordable homes. Four homes on the ground floor will be wheelchair accessible and designed with aging-in-place in mind.
New open data portal launches
Today, citizens have easier access to valuable government information through the launch of the Yukon government’s first open data portal. This online tool makes government information available to be freely accessed, used and shared by anyone, anywhere and for any purpose. This information comes from a wide variety of sources across government. It can be used to create new products or services while promoting the values of public transparency and data-driven decision making.
Sharing government information in an open and unrestricted way has many benefits:
Restored totem pole unveiled as part of National Indigenous Peoples Day celebrations
In recognition of National Indigenous Peoples Day, the Government of Yukon hosted a ceremony to unveil the restored BC Centennial Totem Pole. The proceedings featured a prayer, songs, and dancers, as well as remarks by First Nations dignitaries, and Minister of Tourism and Culture, Jeanie Dendys.
Yukon Lottery Commission awards Mount Sima $520,240
The Yukon Lottery Commission has funded its first Large Project under its Projects Fund. During the spring intake, Friends of Mount Sima Society was awarded $520,240 for a new groomer to enable the society to enhance its programming. The groomer will provide better snow and ski conditions for recreational and amateur sport use.
This funding is made possible from the profits from the sale of lottery tickets. The commission invests an average of $2 million a year in community-based initiatives related to arts, sport and recreation, and plans to invest more with this new program.
Government of Yukon supporting territorial sport and recreation organizations and athletes through annual funding
This news release has been updated to remove some unnecessary personal information that was originally included in the background section.
The Government of Yukon, in partnership with the Yukon Lottery Commission and Sport Canada, is proud to support Yukon’s sports community with $1,720,060 in funding through 2019-2020.
Statement from Minister McPhee on the Office of the Auditor General of Canada’s audit of education programs in Yukon
Minister of Education Tracy-Anne McPhee released the following statement:
The Government of Yukon is committed to modernizing our education system and working with our education partners to ensure all students have the supports they need to succeed as learners.
Have your say on proposed forest resources management plan
A new forest resources management plan is being proposed for the Whitehorse and Southern Lakes area. The plan was developed through a joint planning committee that included representatives from the Government of Yukon, Carcross/Tagish First Nation, Kwanlin Dün First Nation and Ta’an Kwäch’än Council, as well as local Renewable Resources Councils.
Yukoners receive Community Safety Awards
Thirteen Yukoners, one program and a four legged friend were recognized for their efforts to prevent crime and foster community safety at the seventh annual Minister of Justice Community Safety Awards on Wednesday, May 29.
The 2019 Community Safety Award recipients are:
Northern Premiers discuss prosperity, reconciliation and sustainability in the North
Premier Sandy Silver hosted Northwest Territories Premier Bob McLeod and Nunavut Premier Joe Savikataaq in Dawson City on June 13 and 14 for the Northern Premiers’ Forum.
The Premiers discussed building sustainable and thriving communities across the North and agreed to pursue long-term federal support for:
Yukon schools and First Nations receive $100,000 for attendance projects
A total of $100,000 in financial support has been awarded to 21 Yukon projects from the Victoria Gold Yukon Student Encouragement Society’s Every Student, Every Day fund to support improving student attendance in schools throughout the territory.
19 groups receive funding to support marginalized youth
Yukon youth will benefit from more than $54,000 awarded to 19 community groups through the Youth Investment Fund. The groups received funding for a variety of arts, recreation and educational programming, including horse-back riding, cycling, and a teen mentoring program.
The Youth Investment Fund provides financial support to short-term projects aimed at marginalized youth under 19 years old with fewer opportunities, and those who may experience discrimination.
Health professionals receive training in transgender healthcare
Yukon health professionals, including physicians, will receive education and training to provide compassionate and culturally sensitive transgender care on June 13, 14 and 15 in Whitehorse.
The Department of Health and Social Services is coordinating the World Professional Association for Transgender Health course which will be facilitated by physicians specializing in transgender health.
