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Government of Yukon to open warming centre at Jim Smith Building
New warming centre at Jim Smith Building's old cafeteria provides essential services for Yukoners in need, open March 18 to May 1, 2024.
Yukon Housing Corporation launches “Creating Home”, a new approach to housing
Yukon Housing Corporation introduces a new approach to housing and wellness.
The Yukon’s minimum wage increases to $17.59 per hour
The Yukon’s minimum wage to rise to $17.59 per hour on April 1, 2024.
Statement from Premier Pillai on the National Day of Remembrance of the Quebec City Mosque Attack and Action against Islamophobia
Premier Ranj Pillai issues a statement on the National Day of Remembrance of the Quebec City Mosque Attack and Action against Islamophobia.
Statement from Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee on the Yukon Coroner's news release on toxic illicit drugs
Minister of Health and Social Services has issued a statement on the Yukon Coroner's news release on toxic illicit drugs.
Dáshäw k'e thrives with successful completion by third cohort of students
Learn more about the program that offers Yukon First Nation culturally-centered high school education.
Statement from the Minister of Highways and Public Works Nils Clarke on Data Privacy Day
The Government of Yukon recognizes Data Privacy Day, celebrated each year on January 28.
Government of Yukon highlights territory’s mineral potential at conferences in Vancouver
Premier Pillai and the Minister of Energy, Mines and Resources attended mining conferences to promote mineral potential.
Government of Yukon seeks public input in review of the Residential Landlord and Tenant Act
The Government of Yukon seeks public input in review of the Residential Landlord and Tenant Act.
Statement from Premier Pillai on the International Day in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust
Premier Ranj Pillai issues a statement on the International Day in Memory of the Victims of the Holocaust.