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Government of Yukon provides update on Minto mine
Unpaid royalties resolved, receiver appointed and reclamation planning begins for Minto mine.
Yukon government waives tipping fees for Southern Lakes region affected by windstorms
The Government of Yukon waives tipping fees for storm debris in the Southern Lakes region.
Health Human Resources Steering Committee formed to help bolster Yukon health care
The Government of Yukon and the Yukon Hospital Corporation have formed a Health Human Resources Steering Committee to tackle the territory’s health human resources challenges.
Government of Yukon announces support for the City of Whitehorse's 2026 Arctic Winter Games bid
Government of Yukon supports 2026 Arctic Winter Games bid.
Statement from Minister Streicker on the Haa Ḵusteeyí celebration
Minister John Streicker sends well wishes for the upcoming Haa Ḵusteeyí celebration in Atlin, British Columbia.
Yukon retains ‘AA Stable’ credit rating from S&P Global Ratings for 2023
Global rating agency affirms Yukon’s ‘AA Stable’ credit rating.
Governments of Yukon and Nova Scotia to work together to enhance training, recruitment, retention and labour mobility for Health Human Resources
Today, Premier Ranj Pillai and Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston agreed to work together to advance shared health care interests.
Statement from Premier Pillai on Tisha B’Av
Premier Pillai extends his respect to the Jewish community on Tisha B’Av.
Change underway in Yukon firefighting as communities launch new fire programs
Yukon communities are launching new fire programs. It's part of the Yukon government’s work to ensure rural fire services meet the needs and capacity of Yukon communities by 2024.
Crime Prevention and Victim Services Trust funds eight community projects
Over $340K awarded to eight #Yukon community initiatives through Crime Prevention and Victim Services Trust, now accepting applications for Fall 2023.