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Yukoners responding to wildfires across Canada
The Yukon has sent a total of 76 staff, including three unit crews, to incidents in the Northwest Territories, Alberta and Quebec.
Statement from Premier Ranj Pillai on National Indigenous Peoples Day
June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day.
Leaders meet for Yukon Forum at Ta’an Kwäch’än Council’s Fish Camp on Lake Laberge
At Yukon Forum, leaders had discussions related to supporting the work of the Residential Schools and Missing Children Project and responding to the Substance Use Health Emergency.
Master plan finalized for a Range Point neighbourhood development
KDFN and the Yukon government have completed a joint master plan to develop a new neighbourhood in Range Point.
Statement from the Minister responsible for the Women and Gender Equity Directorate Jeanie McLean on International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict
Minister responsible for the Women and Gender Equity Directorate Jeanie McLean has issued a statement for the International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict.
The Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre celebrates opening of new exhibits
On Saturday, the Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre hosted a grand reopening celebration in honour of their recently renovated main exhibit hall. The event featured free admission,
Outstanding service recognized by Premier Pillai
Premier Ranj Pillai presented four individuals and ten teams with the 2023 Premier’s Award of Excellence and Innovation for their creativity, leadership and hard work.
COVID-19 Recovery Research Program successfully completed
The COVID-19 Recovery Research Program concluded this week with a public results summit hosted by the Governments of Yukon and Canada.
Statement from Premier Pillai on the Sikh day of remembrance for the martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Ji
Premier Pillai extends his respect to the Sikh community as they observe the day of remembrance for the martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev.
Yukon Government monitoring Donnie Creek wildfire
The Government of Yukon is monitoring Donnie Creek wildfire.