Minister of Community Services Richard Mostyn has issued the following statement:  

“Yesterday, at 10:17 am, Yukoners joined millions worldwide in the Great ShakeOut earthquake drill. This important event teaches participants how to stay safe during an earthquake by practising, ‘Drop, Cover and Hold’.

“Earthquakes can happen at any time, and most of the land in our territory is in a medium to high-risk zone for earthquakes. That’s why this drill is crucial for helping reduce the risk of injury.

Minister of Community Services Richard Mostyn has issued the following statement:

“On October 17, Yukoners across the territory cast their ballots in their respective municipal elections.  

Premier and Minister of Economic Development Ranj Pillai has issued the following statement:

“Yukoner Appreciation Week and Small Business Week are two well-loved, annual traditions that celebrate our incredible local businesses and the Yukoners who support them. 

“This year, the Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce and the Business Development Bank of Canada have partnered to offer both events as one. This new, collaborative initiative highlights the adaptability and creativity of our local business community.

Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee has issued the following statement:

"Today, we celebrate Canada Health Care Aide Day and recognize the essential contributions that health care aides make to our health system. Across the Yukon, these dedicated professionals provide critical support to patients in long-term care, home care and community settings. Their work is absolutely critical going beyond physical care, offering emotional support and companionship to some of the Yukon’s most vulnerable citizens.

Minister of Justice Tracy-Anne McPhee has issued the following statement:

“Persons Day is recognized across Canada on October 18. It marks a historic decision, made in 1929, to include women in the legal definition of ‘persons’.

Minister of Justice and Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee has issued the following statement:

“On Thursday, October 17, a proposed Plan of Compromise and Arrangement was filed with the courts detailing a resolution for ongoing tobacco litigation in Canada.

This news release has been updated to correct the URL to the final report. 

The Cannabis Control and Regulation Act (CCRA) requires that a review of the legislation regulating cannabis be carried out within five years of the Act coming into force. The Government of Yukon has completed this review and today tabled the report in the Yukon Legislative Assembly. The review provides valuable insights into the impacts of cannabis legalization in the territory and identifies opportunities for future improvement.

This news release has been updated to reflect the amended regulation.

The Government of Yukon is making fertility and surrogacy treatments more accessible by expanding the medical travel subsidy for eligible Yukoners. This initiative comes into force immediately and will help reduce the financial burden of travel for those seeking fertility and surrogacy treatments not available within the territory. This initiative was committed to in the 2023 Confidence and Supply Agreement.

This news release has been updated to correct where monthly transit passes are available.

As part of its commitment to making life more affordable for Yukoners, the Government of Yukon is launching a program in Whitehorse to provide free transit tickets and monthly passes to those who need help the most. This initiative has stemmed from 2023 Confidence and Supply Agreement (CASA) to replace fare generated revenue for public transit.

The deadline for eligible foreign nationals to request for a letter of support from the Government of Yukon for work permit extensions has been extended to October 31, 2024. This letter of support is a vital step for foreign nationals seeking a work permit under the recently announced agreement between the Government of Yukon and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada.