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Premier Sandy Silver congratulates former Premier Tony Penikett on his appointment to the Order of Canada
Statement from Premier Sandy Silver:
I would like to congratulate former Premier Tony Penikett on his appointment to the Order of Canada. This is a well-deserved honour for Mr. Penikett in recognition of his many contributions to Canada as a negotiator, public servant, teacher and human rights activist.
Local jerky products voluntarily recalled
Yukon residents who may have purchased beef or bison jerky, produced by a local business, Off the Hook Meatworks, are being advised to avoid eating any of these products.
Environmental Health Services, and in consultation with Off the Hook Meatworks, are issuing a recall notice for these products. The product has possibly been contaminated with a foreign material that may be a health hazard.
RCMP are investigating following complaints from several individuals who consumed the product and who felt a variety of physical and mental effects including:
Statement from Minister of Health and Social Services Pauline Frost on the arrival of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine in Yukon
Minister Pauline Frost released the following statement:
“The first shipment of the Moderna vaccine arrived safely in Whitehorse today. This is a turning point in Yukon’s fight against COVID-19 and is a positive way to end 2020.
I can assure Yukoners that we are ready to start rolling out the vaccine very soon. A team of dedicated health professionals is undergoing training on how to safely store, handle and deliver the vaccine. This training will ensure that they can safely administer the vaccine to eligible Yukoners.
Statement from Minister of Health and Social Services on the approval of Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine
Minister Pauline Frost released the following statement:
We are very pleased that Health Canada has granted final regulatory approval to Moderna’s COVID-19 vaccine. Approval means the vaccine meets Canada’s stringent safety, efficacy and quality requirements.
This is the exciting news Yukoners have been waiting for and our team is ready to begin vaccinating Yukoners as soon as possible. Now that the vaccine is approved, Health Canada and the manufacturer will provide training instructions for the handling and delivery of the vaccine.
Historic sitting of Yukon Legislative Assembly concludes
The 2020 fall sitting of the Yukon Legislative Assembly concluded today. The 45-day sitting was the longest sitting of the Yukon Legislative Assembly in more than 25 years, and the second longest continuous sitting in the history of the Yukon Legislative Assembly. In total, the Yukon Legislative Assembly sat for 54 days in 2020, the fourth highest number of sitting days of all provinces and territories this year.
December 22, 2020: COVID-19 update
Please note that the CTAC and drive-thru holiday hours have been updated.
The Government of Yukon has the following updates for the Yukon public on measures being taken in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 cases and recoveriesAs of today, December 22, the COVID-19 case count for Yukon is 59. Fifty-eight people have recovered, one person has died and there are no active cases. We have tested 5,872 people.
The life of Zhùr: a mummified ice age wolf pup from the Klondike
In 2016, an ancient, mummified wolf pup was discovered in the permafrost by Yukon miners working in the Klondike goldfields near Dawson. This tiny wolf pup, named “Zhùr”, which means “wolf” in the Hän language, is said to be from the ice age.
Baseline evaluation of Yukon’s Science Strategy complete
In January 2016, the Government of Yukon released its Science Strategy. The strategy outlines the government’s vision and goals to develop and manage scientific knowledge in Yukon while establishing a long-term approach to develop and invest in science in order to support evidence-based decision making. The goals of the strategy support best practices in:
December 17, 2020: COVID-19 update
The Government of Yukon has the following updates for the Yukon public on measures being taken in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 cases and recoveriesAs of today, December 17, the COVID-19 case count for Yukon is 59. Fifty-seven people have recovered, one person has died, and there is currently one active case. We have tested 5,790 people.
Additional school buses for new routes starting in January
Three new buses will provide additional school bus services in areas not currently being serviced starting on January 4, 2021.
Community-based fish and wildlife work plan developed for Carcross/Tagish Traditional Territory
The first community-based fish and wildlife work plan for the Carcross/Tagish Traditional Territory has been developed in collaboration between the Government of Yukon, Carcross/Tagish First Nation and the Carcross/Tagish Renewable Resources Council.
The plan addresses a range of topics, including caribou and bear management, increased angling and harvest pressure on fish populations, habitat degradation resulting from recreational access, and ways to better share and celebrate traditional knowledge.
Highlights of the plan include:
Government of Yukon community recreation leadership award winner
Today, Minister of Community Services John Streicker presented Teslin’s Amy Handrahan with the Government of Yukon’s annual community recreation leadership award. The Government of Yukon gives out this award every year to Yukoners who have made outstanding contributions to recreation in their community. Amy Handrahan was nominated for her specific contributions as a coach with Teslin Minor Hockey and her overall commitment to recreation programming in her community.
Statement from Minister Frost on recent announcement about the delivery of Moderna vaccine to the territories
Minister Frost released the following statement:
"We are happy to hear that the Moderna vaccine is closer to approvals and that it could arrive in Yukon as early as the end of December.
We will continue to work with our federal colleagues on the delivery logistics so that as soon as the vaccine is approved and ready for distribution, we can begin rolling it out to Yukoners. We have already received three freezers to help with the storage of the vaccine.
Community Development Fund provides funding to Yukon projects
The Community Development Fund provides funding for projects, events and initiatives that provide long-term, sustainable economic and social benefits for Yukon communities. The Community Development Fund has awarded $487,846 to 15 community projects from across Yukon. The next deadline to apply for Tier 1 funding, for projects $20,000 and under is January 15, 2021. The next deadline to apply for Tier 2 funding, for projects between $20,000 and $75,000, is April 15, 2021.
COVID-19 relief and recovery plan for Yukon tourism sector released
Tourism and Culture Minister Jeanie McLean has released the Tourism Relief and Recovery Plan, the Yukon government’s strategic guide to stabilizing and rebuilding the territory’s tourism sector in the wake of the drastic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Based on extensive research, industry feedback and guided by the values and pillars of the Yukon Tourism Development Strategy, the Tourism Relief and Recovery Plan provides targeted investments that prioritize safety and economic viability, with a focus on building sector resiliency for the future.
Past Commissioner Arthur Pearson remembered
Arthur MacDonald “Art” Pearson was born in Brandon, Manitoba, on February 20, 1938. He studied at the University of British Columbia and the University of Helsinki, where he completed a doctorate in zoology. In Yukon, his job with the Canadian Wildlife Service (CWS) included providing advice on wildlife and the environment to the Commissioner and the territorial government. In 1972, he relocated to Edmonton, after the reorganization of the CWS regional offices. He came back to Whitehorse to serve a Yukon Commissioner from 1976 to 1978.
New Yukon First Nations Procurement Policy unveiled at Yukon Forum
Joint news release with the Council of Yukon First Nations and Yukon First Nations governments
Today, Premier Sandy Silver, Council of Yukon First Nations’ Grand Chief Peter Johnston and the Yukon First Nations Chiefs endorsed the Yukon First Nations Procurement Policy at the Yukon Forum. The policy, which was developed through an innovative, collaborative process involving representatives of the territorial and Yukon First Nations governments, was endorsed by the Yukon Forum leaders.
Government of Yukon announces latest arts funding recipients
The Government of Yukon is pleased to announce the latest recipients of $321,229 in funding through its Arts Fund, Advanced Artist Award and On Yukon Time programs.
The Arts Fund supports groups that foster artistic development and engage the public. This intake of Arts Fund, $96,600 was awarded to six Yukon organizations for a variety of performances, displays and community arts programs. Recipients include the Yukon First Nations Culture and Tourism Association, Gwaandak Theatre Society and the Longest Night Society.
Share your experiences with inclusive and special education in Yukon
Students, families, school councils, schools staff, Yukon First Nations and other education partners are invited to share their experiences and perspectives through an online tool as part of the review of inclusive and special education in Yukon.
Dr. Nikki Yee is reviewing inclusive and special education in Yukon in response to the 2019 Audit Report on Kindergarten to Grade 12 education. Dr. Yee is collecting experiences and perspectives from across the education system for her final report by the end of March 2021.
