Yukon News Releases
Yukon Advisory Committee on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-spirit+ People releases priority action items
The Yukon Advisory Committee (YAC) on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-spirit+ People has released Priority Action Items for Changing the Story to Upholding Dignity and Justice: Yukon’s Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-spirit+ People (MMIWG2S+) Strategy.
Yukon Archives celebrates 50 years with open house and artist-in-residence program
An open house was held this past Saturday at Yukon Archives to mark its 50th anniversary.
Featuring remarks from Minister Nils Clarke on behalf of Minister of Tourism and Culture Ranj Pillai, Territorial Archivist David Schlosser, Friends of the Yukon Archives Society President Julie Ourom and former Yukon Department of Heritage and Culture Deputy Minister Garth Graham, the event also included tours of the Archives’ various collections and specialized storage facilities, as well as birthday cake and refreshments.
Statement from the Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Ranade on the holidays
"With the holiday season upon us and respiratory illnesses circulating in the territory, it’s important to put into practise everything we have learned over the past two years to reduce the spread of illness and make personal choices about how we manage our own risk.
Regulatory change enables insurance coverage for Gender-Affirming Care services
The Government of Yukon has amended regulations to allow Yukoners to receive health insurance coverage for gender-affirming care in private facilities.
Statement from Premier Silver after meeting with Prime Minister Trudeau and federal Ministers to discuss shared priorities
Premier Silver has issued the following statement:
“This week I met with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and members of the federal Cabinet to discuss the Yukon’s top priorities for the next federal budget and areas where our governments can continue to work together.
Minister Pillai chairs annual Committee on Internal Trade meeting in Toronto
Economic Development Minister Ranj Pillai chaired the annual meeting of the Committee on Internal Trade today in Toronto. Federal, provincial and territorial Ministers and their delegates gathered from across the country to discuss crucial topics on domestic trade.
Statement from Minister John Streicker on the Yukon government being recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers
Minister responsible for the Public Service Commission John Streicker issued the following statement:
"The Government of Yukon has been recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for 2023. This marks the 10th consecutive year on the distinguished list of Canadian organizations recognized for creating great employee experiences through human resource programs and forward-thinking workplace policies. The Government of Yukon has also been recognized as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Canadians Over 40.
211 helpline will continue to connect Yukoners to health and social programs and services
The Government of Yukon and United Way Yukon are continuing their partnership to provide the 211 helpline which connects Yukoners to government and community-based, non-emergency health and social services. Free and confidential, the helpline assists people navigate the network of programs and services quickly and easily, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, in more than 150 languages.
Order of Yukon 2022 inductees announced
The Commissioner of Yukon Angélique Bernard, in her capacity as Chancellor of the Order of Yukon, is honoured to announce the 2022 inductees to the Order of Yukon.
These names were chosen among the numerous nominations submitted to the Advisory Council.
The following 2022 inductees demonstrated excellence and achievement and their outstanding contributions to the social, arts, cultural or economic well-being of Yukon and its residents:
Government of Yukon and Yukon First Nations meet in Ottawa for Yukon Days
The Government of Yukon, Yukon First Nations Chiefs and federal Ministers met in Ottawa for Yukon Days on December 5 and December 6, 2022. The joint priorities discussed at this year’s meetings included support for Indigenous languages, the substance use health emergency, land use planning, First Nations housing, Yukon River salmon and the federal Non-Insured Health Benefits program.
Child Development Centre to move into new, permanent space in 2023
This is a joint news release between The Government of Yukon and the Child Development Centre:
The Child Development Centre (CDC) will be moving to a permanent location in downtown Whitehorse in the summer of 2023. The new location at 206 Hanson Street is currently being renovated to meet the needs of families, children, and staff.
New funding program for Indigenous artists and cultural carriers available January 1
The new Indigenous Artists and Cultural Carriers Micro-grant pilot program will support Yukon Indigenous artists and cultural carriers to enhance their artistic and cultural practices while also building capacity to create, develop, perform and export.
New retention and signing bonuses for Yukon nurses
Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee has announced a new $6 million package of retention and signing bonuses for nurses in the Yukon.
The new package includes bonuses over the next two years for Registered Nurses (RNs), Nurse Practitioners (NPs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) working for the Yukon government.
The package includes:
Canada and Yukon open 84-suite seniors’ supportive living community in Whitehorse
This is a joint news release with the Government of Canada:
The Yukon’s first private seniors’ supportive living community has officially opened its doors in Whitehorse with 84 modern suites, including housing units for First Nations Elders and affordable units for low-income seniors.
Government of Yukon plans to move forward with municipal term of office change following What We Heard report
The Yukon government plans to take the next steps to increase the term of office for municipal councils based on feedback from a recent public engagement as well as a request from the Association of Yukon Communities.
Keno residents receive new waste collection equipment
The Government of Yukon is providing new household waste collection equipment to the residents of Keno to support a regularly scheduled waste pickup service by the Hecla Mining Company.
Leaders discuss joint priorities, Yukon Days at final Yukon Forum of 2022
This is a joint news release with the Council of Yukon First Nations and Yukon First Nations governments.
Today Premier Sandy Silver and his Cabinet, Council of Yukon First Nations Grand Chief Peter Johnston and Yukon First Nations Chiefs met in Carcross for the Yukon Forum. This was the final Yukon Forum in 2022 and the 23rd Yukon Forum since the Working Together Declaration was signed in January 2017.
Yukon First Nations Artwork and Land Acknowledgment Unveiled at Andrew A. Philipsen Law Courts Building
A public art unveiling event took place today at the Andrew A. Philipsen Law Courts Building to introduce a series of initiatives to acknowledge and incorporate Yukon First Nations culture within the mainstream justice system.
Government of Yukon and Chu Níikwän partner to open more than 150 lots for homes
The Government of Yukon has signed a $2.5-million loan agreement with the Kwanlin Dün First Nation’s (KDFN) arms-length development corporation Chu Níikwän Limited Partnership (CNLP), for a new residential land development project at Copper Ridge West in Whitehorse. The project is expected to create more than 150 lots for single-detached homes and townhomes.
