S&P Global Ratings (S&P) reaffirmed the Yukon has an “AA Stable” credit rating for 2024 today, while maintaining a stable outlook for the territory.

When assigning ratings to provinces and territories, S&P considers population growth, economic performance and government finances. In its report, the agency highlighted the Yukon’s continued positive economic outlook over the next few years, in addition to a growing population and the recovery of the tourism sector.

The families, friends and communities of Cassandra Warville, Myranda Aleisha Dawn Tizya-Charlie, Josephine Elizabeth Vanessa Hager and Darla Skookum experienced losses that highlight the impacts of the Substance Use Health Emergency and the need for systemic changes to ensure the safety and wellbeing of all individuals accessing the services and supports offered at 405 Alexander.

This news release was originally released on July 9, 2024; however, it was retracted due to errors found in the final report. The final report has been corrected. The title of the news release was updated to create a new URL. No other changes were made to the news release. 

The Government of Yukon has released the third and final annual report regarding the implementation of the Yukon Aging in Place Action Plan.

Premier Ranj Pillai has appointed Samantha Paterson as Deputy Minister of Economic Development and Lyle Dinn as acting Public Service Commissioner.

Samantha Paterson has been with the Government of Yukon for 32 years in a variety of senior leadership positions. Samantha has served as assistant deputy minister of Corporate Services in Energy, Mines, and Resources since 2021. This appointment is effective July 16.

Minister of Energy, Mines and Resources John Streicker has issued the following statement:

“The heap leach failure at Victoria Gold Corporation’s Eagle Gold mine has the potential for significant environmental impacts, and Yukoners across the territory are justly concerned about what this means to the land, water, animals, economy and the way of life for Yukoners now and for generations to come.

Premier Ranj Pillai, Minister of Community Services Richard Mostyn and the Yukon Wildland Fire Management branch have issued the following statement:

“The Government of Yukon and Wildland Fire Management send our deepest condolences to the Northwest Territories after the death of a helicopter pilot fighting wildfire in Fort Good Hope on June 28.

“Flags at Yukon Wildland Fire Management have been set to half-mast in honour of Tom Frith. We offer our condolences to his colleagues and loved ones after this loss.

Minister of Tourism and Culture John Streicker has issued the following statement:

“July 10 to 17 is Canada Historic Places Days, an annual campaign organized by the National Trust for Canada to promote the importance of historic sites. During this week, hundreds of sites across the country will host special events and activities to celebrate Canada’s unique heritage and history.

The Government of Yukon is awarding the contract for Phase 1a, conceptual and schematic design, of the new Dawson recreation centre to Wildstone Construction & Engineering Ltd. This initiative is part of the Government of Yukon’s ongoing commitment to fostering environments and building sustainable infrastructure to promote social connection and wellbeing for Yukoners.

This is a joint news release between the Government of Yukon and Mitacs.

The Government of Yukon and Mitacs are pleased to announce their continued partnership. This is the fifth consecutive year the Yukon government has partnered with Mitacs, working together to bring new talent to the region and to develop and retain the territory’s best and brightest minds. 

This is a joint news release between Ta’an Kwäch’än Council, the Government of Yukon and the City of Whitehorse.

The Government of Yukon, Ta’an Kwäch’än Council, Kwanlin Dün First Nation and the City of Whitehorse are conducting feasibility work to evaluate the potential for residential development in the North and South Growth Areas. These areas, identified in the City of Whitehorse’s Official Community Plan include Kwanlin Dün First Nation and Ta’an Kwäch’än Council Settlement Lands and vacant Government of Yukon land.