The Government of Yukon is pleased to announce the launch of the public engagement phase for the five-year review of the Cannabis Control and Regulation Act. This review will enable Yukoners to share their opinions, experiences and suggestions related to the Act.

The review will help the Government of Yukon understand the evolving landscape of legalization and assess how well the Act is currently meeting the needs of Yukoners.

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

The Government of Yukon is supporting a strong, resilient tourism sector through strategic investments expanding visitor infrastructure. As part of this mandate letter commitment for the Minister of Tourism and Culture, the Government of Yukon is working in partnership with the Yukon Convention Bureau to build a new convention centre in Whitehorse.

Minister of Finance Sandy Silver has issued the following statement: 

“The Government of Yukon is currently working towards tabling its 2022–23 Public Accounts, which reflect a full accounting of the government’s spending for that fiscal year.

“The Public Accounts provide accountability to Yukoners for spending decisions made during the budget cycle. They allow Yukoners to compare the estimates from budgets with the actual amounts spent over the course of the fiscal year. These numbers also help guide future decision making within the government.

The Government of Yukon is committed to protecting the safety and wellbeing of all Yukoners.

Premier and Minister responsible for the Yukon Housing Corporation Ranj Pillai and Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee have issued the following statement:
 

This news release has been updated to reflect corrections to attendees. 

Today, Premier Pillai joined members of the Arctic and Northern Policy Framework Leadership Committee for the table’s fourth annual meeting, held this year in Whitehorse.

The meeting was co-hosted by Council of Yukon First Nations Grand Chief Peter Johnston and Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency Dan Vandal.

Minister of Education Jeanie McLean has provided a one-year progress report to the Yukon Child and Youth Advocate Office:

“Our government is committed to protecting the safety, wellbeing and protection of students when they are in our care.

“As part of this commitment, we honour and appreciate the important role of the Child and Youth Advocate and their thorough review and report on sexualized abuse in Yukon schools.

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

“The Government of Yukon is committed to responsible, sustainable and effective fire management as part of our ongoing efforts to protect communities.

“The 2 Billion Trees program is an important partnership with the Government of Canada, helping the Yukon take action on climate adaptation.

Premier Ranj Pillai has issued the following statement:

“Today, as incoming chair of the Western Premiers’ Conference, I convened a call with counterparts from the western provinces and territories to discuss emergency management. As we reflect on a summer of floods and fires across Canada, this call was a key opportunity to share best practices and discuss ways to ensure our communities are better prepared for future crises.

The Government of Yukon tabled Bill No. 34 in the Yukon Legislative Assembly today. The Bill includes changes to the Yukon’s Income Tax Act, Yukon Government Carbon Price Rebate Act and Financial Administration Act.

The Technical Amendments (Finance) Act 2023 brings several pieces of the Yukon’s legislation up to date or addresses unclear language and other minor updates.