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Government of Yukon and Yukon Employees’ Union ratify new collective agreement
The three-year agreement contains several updates and new provisions to benefit employees.
Statement from Minister Clarke on World Environment Day
Statement from Minister Clarke on World Environment Day.
The Yukon Gold Explorer’s Passport contest returns with new digital format
New digital format introduced for the popular Yukon Gold Explorer’s Passport contest.
Yukon Advisory Committee on MMIWG2S+ recognizes the four-year anniversary of the release of National Inquiry’s Final Report
The Yukon recognizes the four-year anniversary of the release of The Final Report of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls.
Statement from Premier Pillai on Canadian Armed Forces Day
Premier Ranj Pillai extends a heartfelt thank you to the many members of the CAF who have served to protect Canadian security and values at home and around the world.
Joint Statement from Minister of Women and Gender Equity Directorate Jeanie McLean and Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee to mark the start of Pride Season
Minister of Women and Gender Equity Directorate Jeanie McLean and Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee encourage Yukoners to celebrate the start of Pride Season
Yukon Child Benefit maximum increases to $876 per child
The rate of the Yukon Child Benefit will be tied to inflation starting July 1, 2023.
Senior leadership updates for Energy, Mines and Resources
Premier Ranj Pillai has appointed Lauren Haney as the deputy minister for the Department of Energy, Mines and Resources.
Statement from Premier Pillai on Filipino Heritage Month
Premier Pillai extends warm wishes to the Filipino community as the Yukon celebrates Filipino Heritage Month.
Statement from the Government of Yukon on National Indigenous History Month
June is National Indigenous History Month.