Yukon News Releases
October 31, 2021: public exposure notifications
The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has issued COVID-19 public exposure notices for the following:
Yukon Forum takes steps toward redressing the harms of residential schools and advancing reconciliation
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 at the Carcross/Tagish Learning Centre for another Yukon Forum.
October 29, 2021: COVID-19 case update
The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott reports 20 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 from noon Wednesday, October 27, until noon Friday, October 29. The number of active cases is currently at 70.
Total number of confirmed cases in Yukon residents since March 2020: 921. People from out of the territory but who are diagnosed in the Yukon are counted in the active case count but not in the Yukon’s total case count as they are counted in their home jurisdiction. Since March 2020, 856 people have recovered. Ten people have died.
Statement from Premier Sandy Silver on Kluane Adamek being acclaimed as Regional Chief for the Assembly of First Nations
Premier Sandy Silver has issued the following statement:
“On behalf of the Government of Yukon, I want to congratulate Kluane Adamek on being acclaimed as Regional Chief of the Assembly of First Nations for a second term.
“Regional Chief Adamek has championed action on climate change, advocated for the inclusion of women and youth in decision-making forums and has proven to be a powerful voice on issues impacting Yukon First Nations.
October 28, 2021: public exposure notifications
Please note that the flight details for Flight 4N761 have been updated.
The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has issued COVID-19 public exposure notices for the following:
Air North, Flight 4N563Monday, October 25, 2021
Whitehorse to Vancouver
Departure: 3:30 p.m., arrival 5:45 p.m.
Saturday, October 23, 2021
Whitehorse to Vancouver
Departure: 3:30 p.m., arrival 5:45 p.m.
Government of Yukon expands safe supply program
The Government of Yukon is working to expand access to a medically prescribed safe supply of opioids to address the opioid crisis in the Yukon. Safe supply refers to the provision of a pharmaceutical drug supply of known quantity and quality, as a safer option for adults who use illegal drugs and are at high risk of overdosing. Safe supply is a physician-prescribed and pharmacy-dispensed program that will help Yukoners who use opioids access a safer supply of opioids.
COVID-19 booster doses to be available starting with Yukoners ages 50 and older
Following recommendation from the acting Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, COVID-19 boosters will be available to Yukoners ages 50 and older starting November 1. People are eligible for a booster when it has been at least six months since they completed their primary COVID-19 vaccine series.
2020–21 Public Accounts show responsible fiscal management through COVID-19 pandemic
Today, Premier and Minister of Finance Sandy Silver tabled the 2020–21 Public Accounts in the Legislative Assembly.
As forecast in the 2020–21 Main Estimates, the non-consolidated financial statements show a return to surplus for the 2020–21 fiscal year. The Public Accounts report that the annual surplus for 2020–21 was $19.3. million, an increase of $15.2 million from the $4.1 million surplus forecast at the start of the fiscal year. This surplus is based on total non-consolidated year-end revenues of $1.610 billion and expenses of $1.591 billion.
October 27, 2021: COVID-19 case update
The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Catherine Elliott reports 11 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, from noon Monday, October 25, until noon Wednesday, October 27. The number of active cases is currently at 69.
Total number of confirmed cases in Yukon residents since March 2020: 902. People from out of the territory but who are diagnosed in the Yukon are counted in the active case count but not in the Yukon total case count as they are counted in their home jurisdiction. Since March 2020, 845 people have recovered. Ten people have died.
Statement from Premier Sandy Silver on the new federal Cabinet
Premier Sandy Silver has issued the following statement:
“I want to congratulate all of the new and returning federal Ministers who were sworn-in as members of the Cabinet of the Government of Canada.
Statement from Premier Sandy Silver on the shooting in Faro
Premier Sandy Silver has issued the following statement:
“Earlier this afternoon, RCMP received reports of an active shooter in Faro. The RCMP’s response was quick and decisive, with support from Emergency Medical Services volunteers on the ground in Faro and the Yukon’s Emergency Measures Organization.
“The RCMP have confirmed that the suspect has been arrested and there is no longer a public safety threat for the community of Faro. At this time we know there are multiple victims. The RCMP are actively investigating the incident to confirm additional details.
New Vendor Performance Review Program launched
The Vendor Performance Review Program comes into effect today. This new program will evaluate and score vendors on their performance throughout a government contract.
The review program aims to:
New and improved Yukon 511 launches today
A new Yukon 511 website and mobile app is now available to the public. 511 service allows people to access transportation, construction and traffic information in some regions of Canada and the United States.
Yukon 511 is now more customizable, allowing users to:
October 25, 2021: COVID-19 case update
We've updated this news release to correct a typo in one of the age range numbers.
The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott reports 24 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, from noon Friday, October 22, until noon Monday, October 25. The number of active cases is currently at 79.
Government of Yukon seeking input for new clean energy legislation
The Government of Yukon is seeking public input on the development of a new clean energy legislation. The proposed Clean Energy Act and associated regulations would legislate the government’s greenhouse gas commitments, provide the regulatory tools needed to meet these commitments and ensure long-term climate change accountability through public reporting.
October 22, 2021: COVID-19 case update
The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott reports 17 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 from noon Wednesday, October 20, to noon Friday, October 22. The number of active cases is currently at 75.
Total number of confirmed cases in Yukon residents since March 2020: 877. Individuals who are diagnosed in the Yukon are counted in the active case count but not in the Yukon total case count as they are counted in their home jurisdiction. Since March 2020, 821 individuals have recovered. Ten individuals have died.
Honouring the memory of Darius Elias with a community-based fish and wildlife work plan for the Vuntut Gwitchin Traditional Territory
Joint news release with Vuntut Gwitchin Government.
Statement from Minister of Community Services Richard Mostyn on 2021 municipal elections
Minister of Community Services Richard Mostyn has issued the following statement:
“Congratulations to the Mayors and Councillors who were elected and acclaimed to serve in office in the 2021 Yukon municipal elections.
“As the Minister of Community Services, I look forward to working with my new municipal partners to improve the programs and services that are available to Yukon residents.
October 20, 2021: COVID-19 case update
The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has declared an outbreak in one unit at the Whistle Bend Place long-term care home following the identification of one case in the facility.
The current situation is contained and routine outbreak management procedures are in place, including screening and testing protocols.
Visitor access to the affected unit is restricted for a minimum of 28 days following exposure.
Work underway on new Whistle Bend elementary school
Work on the first new Whitehorse elementary school in more than two decades has started. Whitehorse-based Ketza Construction Corporation has started brush-clearing activities on the new Whistle Bend school site. Substantial site excavation and building construction will start in the spring.
The school will accommodate up to 425 students from kindergarten to Grade 7 and construction is expected to be completed during the 2023–24 school year.
