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Statement from Premier Pillai on new accessible duplexes open in Mayo and Carmacks
Ranj Pillai, Premier and Minister Responsible for Yukon Housing Corporation celebrated the completion of duplexes in Mayo and Carmacks.
Statement from Premier Pillai on mineral tour with Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry François-Philippe Champagne
Premier Pillai issued a statement on mineral tour with federal Minister Champagne.
Statement from Premier Pillai on the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples
Premier Pillai recognizes the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples.
Government of Yukon declares State of Emergency for Mayo and surrounding area
The Talbot Creek Fire continues to threaten the Village of Mayo and the Na-cho Nyäk Dun First Nation community.
Joint statement on investment from Government of Canada to support the Yukon’s climate action and greenhouse gas reduction
Funding will support greenhouse gas reductions through the installation of renewable heating systems and includes allocations for future emission reductions programming.
Joint Statement from Minister responsible for French Language Services Directorate John Streicker and Minister responsible for Women and Gender Equity Directorate Jeanie McLean on funding to strengthen Les Essentielles
The Government of Canada and the Government of Yukon announced funding to help allow Les Essentielles to buy the commercial building that houses their organization.
School bus routes available for the 2023-24 school year
Bus routes for the 2023-24 school year are now available. Parents or guardians will receive an email by August 9, 2023, with their child’s route information.
Government of Yukon invests in new positions and student supports to strengthen learning and wellbeing
The new positions will include education assistants, learning assistance teachers and school wellness counsellors. These new hires will be added progressively from 2023 to 2026.
Statement from Premier Ranj Pillai, Minister Jeanie McLean and Minister Tracy-Anne McPhee on Pride celebrations in the Yukon
Premier Ranj Pillai, Minister Jeanie McLean and Minister Tracy-Anne McPhee have issued a joint statement to recognize Pride Season celebrations in the Yukon.
Statement from Minister John Streicker on Food Day Canada
Happy Food Day Canada! Let’s celebrate the Yukon’s farmers and food processors! Support the Yukon’s farmers and food producers who work hard to put food on our tables.
