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• Fifteenth Yukon resident dies of COVID-19, December 31, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has reported another death of a Yukon citizen from COVID-19.

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• Additional public health measures introduced in response to spread of Omicron variant in the Yukon, December 31, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon is strengthening public health measures to protect Yukoners against COVID-19.

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• Camping fees set to increase in 2022, December 30, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  Camping fees will continue to include firewood.

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• Early sign of community transmission of Omicron variant in the Yukon, new recommendations introduced, December 30, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  New isolation recommendation introduced to control community transmission of Omicron variant in the Yukon.

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• COVID-19 Recovery Research Program – Results from round one, December 21, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  Research projects increasing our understanding of the social, cultural, environmental, economic and health impacts of COVID-19 in the Yukon.

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• School communities to vote on joining the first Yukon First Nation School Board, December 21, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  School communities will begin referendum voting on January 11 to create the first Yukon First Nation School Board.

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• Call for Youth Panel on Climate Change applicants, December 21, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon is calling for applicants for the second Youth Panel on Climate Change.

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• Shingles vaccine program expanded, December 20, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Eligibility for Shingrix vaccine expanded to include Yukoners aged 65 and older until December 2022.

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• Development of public health agency underway as Putting People First implementation continues, December 16, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Putting People First will transform the Yukon’s health and social services system into a more integrated, collaborative and person-centred system that will better meet needs.

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• Leadership update in the Department of Tourism and Culture, December 16, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  A senior leader has been appointed for the Department of Tourism and Culture.

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• Statement from Premier Sandy Silver on the passing of Alice McGuire, December 15, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  Premier of the Yukon Sandy Silver issued the following statement on the passing of Ta’an Kwäch’än Citizen Alice McGuire.

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• Canada supports rapid housing projects in Whitehorse, December 14, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  Additional funding announced under Rapid Housing Initiative for the Yukon.

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• Yukoners recommended to avoid all international non-essential travel, cautioned against domestic travel, December 14, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  Yukoners are advised to cancel or postpone all non-essential travel outside of Canada and cautioned against travel within Canada to reduce the spread of Omicron.

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• Control measures in place as COVID-19 outbreak declared at Whitehorse Correctional Centre, December 13, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health is undertaking contact tracing for a COVID-19 outbreak at the Whitehorse Correctional Centre.

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• Eleven groups receive funding to support marginalized youth, December 13, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon awarded funding to 11 groups for projects to support Yukon youth.

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• Government of Yukon and Yukon First Nations meet to discuss Yukon Days meetings, December 10, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  Yukon Forum and Yukon Days meetings strengthen government-to-government relationships and opportunities.

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• Statement from Minister of Tourism and Culture Ranj Pillai on the Hyatt Place Whitehorse hotel development, December 10, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  Minister of Tourism and Culture Ranj Pillai has issued the following statement on the Hyatt Place Whitehorse hotel development.

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• Booster shot appointments now available for Yukoners aged 18 and over, December 8, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  Booster clinics start to roll out for people aged 18 and older in the Yukon.

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• Yukoners to receive higher carbon rebate payments in 2022–23, December 8, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  Yukoners continue to benefit from the Yukon’s carbon rebate in 2022, as individuals are set to receive more money, on average, than they pay in carbon pricing.

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• Work on new Yukon First Nations School Board moves forward, December 7, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  Work on the new Yukon First Nations School Board continues to move forward.

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• The Government of Yukon and the Yukon Association of Education Professionals reach tentative agreement, December 7, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon and the Yukon Association of Education Professionals reach a tentative agreement in collective bargaining.

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• The Commissioner of Yukon introduces the 2021 Inductees to the Order of Yukon, December 6, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The Commissioner of Yukon Angélique Bernard, in her capacity as Chancellor of the Order of Yukon, announces the 2021 inductees to the Order of Yukon.

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• Yukon Permanent Art Collection celebrates 40 years and new acquisitions, December 6, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  An exhibit celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Yukon Permanent Art Collection opens today at the Yukon Arts Centre.

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• Some public health measures loosened as COVID-19 transmission decreases, December 3, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon is loosening some public health measures on December 4 following new recommendations from the Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health.

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• Independent review will help shape the future of fire services in the Yukon, December 2, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Findings of independent review will help establish sustainable fire service delivery to Yukon communities.

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• Fourteenth Yukon resident dies of COVID-19, December 2, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has reported another death of a Yukon citizen from COVID-19.

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• 2021 fall sitting of the Yukon Legislative Assembly concludes, December 2, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The 2021–22 First Supplementary Estimates received assent along with seven pieces of legislation on the final day of the 31 day sitting.

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• The Yukon’s 2021 State of the Environment report released, December 1, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The 2021 Yukon State of the Environment report shows environmental trends affecting everything from water quality to forest health in the territory.

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• The governments of Canada and Yukon support benefits program for early childhood educators, December 1, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The new Early Learning and Child Care Benefits Funding program provides early childhood educators with improved access to comprehensive insurance benefits.

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• The Yukon’s first ever creative and cultural industries strategy released, November 30, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The strategy is the culmination of a three-year process to develop a long-term vision for supporting and growing this sector of the Yukon's economy and society.

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• Vaccination requirements for employment now in effect, November 30, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon is now requiring all public servants, volunteers and contractors to have their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine as of today.

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• COVID-19 vaccine verification ID requirements changed for youth, November 30, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon has amended requirements for youth under 18 to access designated places.

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• The Government of Yukon increases Annual Allowable Cut for Dawson, November 26, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon has increased the annual allowable cut to 28,000 cubic metres per year on public lands in the Dawson Forest Resources Management Plan area.

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• Thirteenth Yukon resident dies of COVID-19, November 26, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. André Corriveau has reported another death of a Yukon citizen from COVID-19.

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• Support offered to Yukon businesses and organizations affected by new public health measures, November 25, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon to provide relief to businesses and organizations impacted by new public health measures.

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• COVID-19 vaccination clinics set to begin for children aged five to 11, November 25, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  COVID-19 vaccines for Yukoners aged five to 11 to start in early December.

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• Yukon Film Society set to renovate and operate the Yukon Theatre, November 23, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon Theatre set to reopen under Yukon Film Society

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• The Government of Yukon recognizes excellence in mining practices, November 23, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The 2021 Robert E. Leckie awards for excellence in environmental stewardship, outstanding social responsibility and innovation in mining practices were awarded.

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• The new Yukon Vaccination Verifier app is now available for download, November 23, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon has launched the Yukon Vaccination Verifier App to verify proof of vaccination credentials for designated establishments and services.

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• Take Action on Radon: Yukoners urged to test homes for radon this winter, November 22, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  November is Radon Action Month in Canada and the Government of Yukon is encouraging homeowners to test their homes.

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• Additional funding for prenatal and infant supports in the Yukon, November 18, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  Additional funding announced for prenatal and infant supports in the Yukon.

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• Statement from Premier Sandy Silver on the selection of Nunavut Premier PJ Akeeagok, November 18, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  Premier of the Yukon Sandy Silver congratulates Nunavut’s new Premier PJ Akeeagok.

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• Twelfth Yukon resident dies of COVID-19, November 18, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. André Corriveau has reported another death of a Yukon citizen from COVID-19.

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• Commissioner of Yukon congratulates the recipients of the Public Volunteer Service and Bravery awards, November 17, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The Commissioner of Yukon announces the 2021 recipients of the Commissioner’s Award for Public Volunteer Service and the Commissioner’s Award for Bravery.

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• Fifth Housing Initiatives Fund intake opens to support affordable housing projects, November 15, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  New housing projects needing funding can now apply to the Housing Initiatives Fund

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• New COVID-19 measures now in effect, November 13, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  New COVID-19 measures now in effect

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• Macaulay Lodge slated for demolition in 2022, November 12, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Macaulay Lodge to will be demolished in 2022.

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• Eleventh Yukon resident dies of COVID-19, November 12, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  COVID-19 claims 11th Yukon citizen; 41 new cases since Wednesday, November 10, 2021.

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• Vaccination requirements for designated settings introduced to protect public health, November 10, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Proof of vaccination requirement for designated settings supports new public health recommendations

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• Joint statement on respectful treatment of the Yukon’s health care providers, November 10, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Sandy Silver and acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Catherine Elliott urge respectful treatment of healthcare providers.

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• Public engagement on permanent paid sick leave begins, November 9, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukoners are invited to provide their input on how permanent paid sick leave should be established in the territory

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• Work set to begin on first project under the Yukon Resource Gateway Program, November 8, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Carmacks Bypass project forges ahead.

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• November 8, 2021: COVID-19 case update, November 8, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Catherine Elliott reports 80 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, from noon Friday, November 5, until noon Monday, November 8.

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• State of emergency declared in response to increased spread of COVID-19 in the Yukon, November 8, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  New temporary measures introduced to limit the spread of COVID-19.

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• November 5, 2021: COVID-19 case update, November 5, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott reports 44 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, from noon Wednesday, November 3, until noon Friday, November 5.

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• November 4, 2021: public exposure notification, November 4, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has issued a COVID-19 public exposure notice.

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• Vaccine requirements for employment updated following new recommendations, November 3, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  Vaccine requirement for employees based on new recommendations from the Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health.

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• Candidates selected for the Yukon Climate Leadership Council, November 3, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Eleven candidates have been selected to form the territory’s first Yukon Climate Leadership Council.

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• November 3, 2021: COVID-19 case update, November 3, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Catherine Elliott, reports 29 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 from noon Monday November 1, until noon Wednesday, November 3.

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• Inaugural Economic Development Fund recipients announced, November 2, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  28 projects have been approved to receive support from the Economic Development Fund.

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• New Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Youth Centre is now open, November 1, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Youth Centre in Dawson is now open and will give local youth a place to pursue traditional activities.

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• November 1, 2021: COVID-19 case update, November 1, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott reports 23 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 from noon Friday, October 29, until noon Monday, November 1.

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• October 31, 2021: public exposure notifications, October 31, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has issued COVID-19 public exposure notices.

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• Statement from Premier Sandy Silver on Kluane Adamek being acclaimed as Regional Chief for the Assembly of First Nations, October 29, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Statement from Premier Sandy Silver on Kluane Adamek being acclaimed as Regional Chief for the Assembly of First Nations.

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• October 29, 2021: COVID-19 case update, October 29, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The Yukon's acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott reports 20 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 from noon Wednesday, October 27, until noon, Friday, October 29.

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• Yukon Forum takes steps toward redressing the harms of residential schools and advancing reconciliation, October 29, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  At today's Yukon Forum, territorial leaders discussed the opioid crisis, education initiatives and ongoing work to advance reconciliation.

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• 2020–21 Public Accounts show responsible fiscal management through COVID-19 pandemic, October 28, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  Premier and Minister of Finance Sandy Silver tabled the 2020–21 Public Accounts in the Legislative Assembly.

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• COVID-19 booster doses to be available starting with Yukoners ages 50 and older, October 28, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  COVID-19 booster doses to be available to Yukoners starting with those 50 years of age and older.

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• Government of Yukon expands safe supply program, October 28, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s prescribed safe supply program expands to prevent overdoses and death from illicit drugs.

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• October 28, 2021: public exposure notifications, October 28, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has issued COVID-19 public exposure notices.

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• Statement from Premier Sandy Silver on the new federal Cabinet, October 27, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  Statement from Premier Sandy Silver on the new federal Cabinet.

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• October 27, 2021: COVID-19 case update, October 27, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  October 27, 2021: The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Catherine Elliott reports 11 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, from noon Monday, October 25, until noon Wed

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• New and improved Yukon 511 launches today, October 26, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The improved Yukon 511 service and mobile app are now available.

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• New Vendor Performance Review Program launched, October 26, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon is launching a new Vendor Performance Review Program that will evaluate and score vendors on their performance throughout a government contract.

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• Statement from Premier Sandy Silver on the shooting in Faro, October 26, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  Premier Sandy Silver issued the following statement on the shooting in Faro.

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• Government of Yukon seeking input for new clean energy legislation, October 25, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The proposed legislation supports the Government of Yukon’s goals under Our Clean Future: A Yukon strategy for climate change, energy, and a green economy.

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• October 25, 2021: COVID-19 case update, October 25, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott reports 24 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, from noon Friday, October 22 until noon Monday, October 25.

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• Statement from Minister of Community Services Richard Mostyn on 2021 municipal elections, October 22, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  2021 Yukon municipal elections took place on October 21, 2021.

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• Honouring the memory of Darius Elias with a community-based fish and wildlife work plan for the Vuntut Gwitchin Traditional Territory, October 22, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  A plan has been released that guides management priorities for fish, wildlife and habitat in the Vuntut Gwitchin Traditional Territory for the next five years

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• October 22, 2021: COVID-19 case update, October 22, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  Acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott reports 17 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 from noon Wednesday, October 20, to noon Friday, October 22.

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• October 20, 2021: COVID-19 case update, October 20, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott declared an outbreak in a unit at the Whistle Bend Place long-term care facility

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• Government of Yukon donates to support Afghanistan humanitarian relief, October 19, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon has made a donation to humanitarian relief efforts in Afghanistan.

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• Work underway on new Whistle Bend elementary school, October 19, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Clearing work is underway at the site of the new Whistle Bend elementary school.

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• Enhanced early learning offers Yukon children deeper foundations for educational success, October 18, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Cultural Enhancement Funding worth $800,000 is now available to licensed early learning and child care programs, and early childhood educators in the Yukon.

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• Amendments to Territorial Court Judiciary Pension Plan Act tabled in the Yukon Legislative Assembly, October 18, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The proposed amendments establish pension arrangements for judges of the Territorial Court of the Yukon.

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• Amendment to Cannabis Control and Regulation Act tabled, October 18, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Proposed amendment would enable private cannabis retailers in the Yukon to begin e-commerce and home delivery.

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• October 18, 2021: COVID-19 case update, October 18, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott reports 24 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 from noon Friday, October 15, to noon Monday, October 18.

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• Yukoners asked to be aware of Grizzly bear in Ibex Valley, October 18, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukoners asked to be on the lookout for Grizzly in Ibex Valley area.

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• October 17, 2021: public exposure notifications, October 17, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has issued COVID-19 public exposure notices.

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• The Government of Yukon releases new quartz mining guide to help protect water in the Yukon, October 15, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon releases guidelines to help with water management of quartz mining projects in the Yukon.

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• Youth Panel on Climate Change presents recommendations to Government of Yukon to advance climate action, October 15, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  Premier Sandy Silver and cabinet ministers met with the Yukon's Youth Panel on Climate Change today to receive their climate change recommendations.

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• Cystic fibrosis drug Trikafta to be added to the Yukon Drug Formulary, October 15, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon is the first territory to announce covering the cost of new drug to treat cystic fibrosis.

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• Government of Yukon to require public servants and health care workers be fully vaccinated and proof of vaccination to access non-essential services, October 15, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  New requirements based on recommendations from the acting Chief Medical Officer of Health come into place on November 30, 2021.

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• October 15, 2021: COVID-19 case update, October 15, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health reports 10 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in last 48 hours. Outbreak declared in Grade 4 class at Elijah Smith Elementary School.

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• The Motor Vehicles Act amendments will strengthen impaired and dangerous driving laws, October 14, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Proposed amendments to the Motor Vehicles Act would align with updates to the Criminal Code of Canada.

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• Amendments to the Assessment and Taxation Act and the Municipal Act tabled in the Legislative Assembly, October 14, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  Minister of Community Services Richard Mostyn tabled Bill No. 3, the Act to amend the Assessment and Taxation Act and the Municipal Act today.

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• New Workers’ Safety and Compensation Act tabled in the Yukon Legislative Assembly, October 13, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Comprehensive new Bill would replace the Workers’ Compensation Act and Occupational Health and Safety Act.

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• October 13, 2021: COVID-19 case update, October 13, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott reports six new confirmed cases of COVID-19, from noon Tuesday, October 12, to noon Wednesday, October 13.

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• The Commissioner of Yukon launches a Reference Library at Taylor House, October 12, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Commissioner of Yukon launches a Reference Library available to the public at the Taylor House.

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• Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Act amendment tabled in the Yukon Legislative Assembly, October 12, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Amendments to Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Act would increase public safety in Yukon communities.

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• October 12, 2021: public exposure notifications, October 12, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has issued COVID-19 public exposure notifications.

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• Acting Chief Medical Officer of Health recommends wearing masks in indoor public spaces, October 12, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Acting Chief Medical Officer of Health issues strong recommendation around masking in indoor public spaces with Delta now circulating in the Yukon.

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• Government of Yukon launches second call for COVID-19 Recovery Research Program, October 8, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon announces a second invitation for expressions of interest, for research to support the Yukon’s recovery from COVID-19 impacts.

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• Active living celebrated at annual recreation gathering and awards, October 8, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  Community recreation leaders celebrated at annual recreation gathering.

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• Flu vaccine clinics set to begin October 12, October 8, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s influenza vaccine clinics will start on Tuesday, October 12.

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• October 8, 2021: COVID-19 case update, October 8, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health reports 10 new cases in last 48 hours.

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• Proposed changes to Territorial Lands (Yukon) Act would support new Yukon Resource Roads Regulation, October 7, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Proposed changes would provide more clarity to resource companies and additional administrative and enforcement tools for regulators.

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• Government supports Yukoners through COVID-19 and historic flooding while providing early learning opportunities for children, October 7, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The 2021–22 Supplementary Estimates include funding for ongoing COVID-19 supports, flooding mitigation and early learning.

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• Amendment to Family Property and Support Act tabled, October 7, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The proposed amendment would provide equal access to spousal support for common-law and married spouses.

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• October 7, 2021: public exposure notifications, October 7, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has issued COVID-19 public exposure notices.

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• 2021 fall sitting of the Yukon Legislative Assembly to begin, October 6, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  The 2021 fall sitting of the Yukon Legislative Assembly will begin at 1 p.m. on Thursday, October 7.

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• Department of Education working with Child and Youth Advocate on review of safety and supports at Hidden Valley Elementary School, October 6, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Department of Education is working with the Yukon Child and Youth Advocate Office on a public review of safety policies and supports in place at Hidden Valley Elementary School

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• Independent review of Hidden Valley Elementary School incident response launched, October 6, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Independent review of Hidden Valley Elementary School incident response launched.

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• Statement to Hidden Valley Elementary School Community, October 6, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Statement to Hidden Valley Elementary School Community

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• October 6, 2021: COVID-19 case update, October 6, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health reports 15 new cases since noon Monday, October 4.

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• Housing Summit held to advance development of the Yukon’s housing solutions, October 6, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Summit addresses key housing issues in the Yukon.

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• Pathways: Stories of collaboration, partnership and reconciliation magazine launched, October 5, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  New public service-led, Yukon government-wide publication highlights the work of the public service to advance reconciliation with First Nations.

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• Carcross residents being asked to mask up, October 5, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health is advising Carcross residents to wear a mask in indoor public spaces.

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• October 5, 2021: public exposure notifications, October 5, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has issued COVID-19 public exposure notices.

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• Yukon First Nations Procurement Policy fully implemented, October 4, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon First Nations Procurement Policy will strengthen outcomes for Yukon First Nations by providing more opportunities to be active partners in the economy.

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• Statement from Premier Silver on passing of former Deputy Premier Peter Jenkins, October 4, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Sandy Silver has issued the following statement on passing of former Deputy Premier Peter Jenkins

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• Wetlands policy out for final public review, October 4, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon is looking for feedback on a final draft of the wetlands policy.

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• Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health reports 10th COVID-19 death, October 4, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health reports 10th COVID-19 death. Fifteen cases confirmed since noon Friday, October 1.

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• Ban on single-use shopping bags coming to the Yukon, October 1, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The first step to reducing single-use products in the territory. A ban on plastic shopping bags starts January 1, 2022.

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• COVID-19 booster doses being provided to long-term care residents, October 1, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s long-term care residents begin receiving booster dose of COVID-19 vaccine following recommendation by National Advisory Committee on Immunization.

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• COVID-19 outbreak declared in Ghùch Tiâ Community School in Carcross, October 1, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health declares a COVID-19 outbreak at the Ghùch Tiâ Community School in Carcross. Four new cases since Wednesday, September 29.

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• The Yukon’s first supervised consumption site open today, September 29, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s first supervised consumption site is now open to clients.

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• Five Yukon projects receive funding from the Community Development Fund, September 29, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Five community projects across the Yukon receive support from the Community Development Fund.

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• Yukon Public Libraries celebrates National Library Month, September 29, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  October is National Library Month, Yukon public libraries are celebrating by highlighting their online resources and accessible tools.

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• Statement from Premier Sandy Silver on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, September 29, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Sandy Silver has issued the following statement on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

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• September 29, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, September 29, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott reports four new cases of COVID-19 from noon on Monday, September 27, to noon Wednesday, September 29.

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• Paid Sick Leave Rebate extended to support Yukon businesses and workers, September 28, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon has renewed and extended the Paid Sick Leave Rebate for Yukon employers and self-employed people. New intake begins on October 1, 2021.

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• Borealis Prize: The Commissioner of Yukon Award for Literary Contribution recipient announced, September 27, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Commissioner of Yukon is pleased to announce that the second recipient of the Borealis Prize is Joanna Lilley.

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• COVID-19 cases impacting three rural community schools, September 27, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott reports six new cases of COVID-19 over the weekend and issues one new public exposure notice.

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• New mural unveiled for Gender Equality Week, September 24, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  New mural by Dawson City artist unveiled as part of Gender Equality Week.

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• Government of Yukon extends critical COVID-19 support programs for tourism and expands popular rebate program, September 24, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Supports for the Yukon’s tourism sector continue and Great Yukon Summer Freeze announced.

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• The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health advises caution for Yukon travellers, September 24, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  New cases since September 1, 2021, are linked to fully vaccinated citizens travelling outside of the Yukon.

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• The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health issues strong recommendations for Watson Lake, September 24, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott reports seven new cases of COVID-19 in Watson Lake overnight and issues a new public exposure notice.

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• First ever recipient of the Daisy Mason Wellness Fund announced, September 23, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Today, the first recipient of the Daisy Mason Wellness Fund was announced.

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• Government of Yukon partners on new food security research project, September 23, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The project will provide the Government of Yukon with actionable information about food security and the impact of climate change.

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• 2027 Canada Winter Games bid process launched for Whitehorse, September 22, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Today, the Government of Yukon and City of Whitehorse, alongside the Canada Games Council, officially launched the bid process for the 2027 Canada Winter Games.

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• September 22, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, September 22, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott reports 13 new cases of COVID-19 from noon on Monday, September 20 to noon Wednesday, September 22.

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• Statement from Premier Sandy Silver on the 2021 federal election, September 21, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Sandy Silver issued the following statement on the 2021 federal election.

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• COVID-19 outbreak declared in Grade 4 class at Johnson Elementary School in Watson Lake, September 20, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The class is currently isolating as per direction from Yukon Communicable Disease Control.

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• September 20, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, September 20, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott reports 12 new cases of COVID-19 from noon, Friday, September 17, to noon Monday, September 20.

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• Third doses of COVID-19 vaccine to be available for a select group of immunocompromised Yukoners, September 17, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Third dose of COVID-19 vaccine available for a limited group of Yukoners beginning September 20.

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• September 17, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, September 17, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health has reported four new cases of COVID-19 since Wednesday; public exposure notice issued for two grades in Watson Lake elementary school.

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• List of presumed cancers for firefighters to be included in proposed Workers’ Safety and Compensation Act, September 17, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  This fall, the Government of Yukon will table the most progressive Workers’ Compensation Bill in the country.

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• New name for the Women’s Directorate reflects work to advance gender equity, September 16, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  New name and formal mandate of Women and Gender Equity Directorate reflect work to advance gender equity in the Yukon.

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• September 16, 2021: public exposure notifications, September 16, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has issued COVID-19 public exposure notices.

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• Government of Yukon collaborating with Yukon First Nations to develop new mining legislation, September 15, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The development of new mining legislation is underway and will consider recommendations made by the independent panel’s Mineral Development Strategy.

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• September 15, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, September 15, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health has reported six new cases of COVID-19 since Monday and has issued a public exposure notice for a Watson Lake day care.

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• United Way Breakfast tickets now available, September 14, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon will host the annual United Way Breakfast fundraiser on Friday, September 24 at Mount McIntyre Recreation Centre.

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• Phase 2 of new affordable housing project in River Bend opens, September 14, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  New buildings in River Bend development add 28 affordable homes in Whistle Bend.

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• September 14, 2021: public exposure notification, September 14, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has issued a COVID-19 public exposure notice.

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• State of Emergency lifted for Southern Lakes, Lake Laberge, September 14, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon is lifting the State of Emergency previously issued under the Civil Emergency Measures Act in response to flooding in the Southern Lakes region.

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• Leadership changes to Government of Yukon departments, September 13, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  New senior leaders have been appointed for the Department of Tourism and Culture, French Language Services Directorate and Women’s Directorate.

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• September 13, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, September 13, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has reported six new cases of COVID-19 since Friday.

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• September 11, 2021: public exposure notice, September 11, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has issued a COVID-19 public exposure notice.

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• Government of Yukon partners with Blood Ties Four Directions for operation of new supervised consumption site, September 10, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s first supervised consumption site will help address the opioid crisis.

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• Statement from Minister of Community Services, Richard Mostyn on Firefighters’ National Memorial Day, September 10, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Minister of Community Services, Richard Mostyn has issued the following on Firefighters’ National Memorial Day.

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• September 10, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, September 10, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has reported five new cases of COVID-19 and issues an exposure notice.

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• Nurse practitioner to join Carmacks and Old Crow health care team, September 9, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  A new nurse practitioner will bolster the health care team that serves the communities of Carmacks and Old Crow.

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• The Yukon joins national Roots of Hope suicide prevention initiative, September 8, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon joins 9 other Canadian jurisdictions today in becoming new participants in the community-based Roots of Hope national suicide prevention initiative.

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• Vera Brown receives Council of the Federation Literacy Award, September 8, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  This award recognizes the contributions of Vera Brown in intergenerational, Indigenous language learning and preservation of the Southern Tutchone language.

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• One COVID-19 case confirmed at Porter Creek Secondary School, September 8, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliot has confirmed a positive COVID-19 case at Porter Creek Secondary School.

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• September 8, 2021: COVID-19 update and public exposure notifications, September 8, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott confirms one new death from COVID-19 in the Yukon and issues exposure notices.

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• COVID-19 proof of vaccination credential service available for Yukoners, September 7, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  An online service to provide a proof of vaccination credential is now available to Yukoners.

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• September 5, 2021: public exposure notifications, September 5, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has issued COVID-19 public exposure notices.

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• September 3, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, September 3, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has reported one new case of COVID-19 since noon on Wednesday, September 1.

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• Four Yukon youth receive Outstanding Youth Achievement Awards, September 3, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Four outstanding Yukon youth win awards for making a difference in their community.

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• September 2, 2021: public exposure notification, September 2, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health has issued a COVID-19 public exposure notice for the 1:35 p.m. Air North flight from Vancouver to Whitehorse on Sunday, August 29.

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• September 1, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, September 1, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has reported five new cases of COVID-19 between noon Monday, August 30, and noon Wednesday, September 1.

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• COVID-19 outbreak declared at Copper Ridge Place long-term care facility, September 1, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott declared COVID-19 outbreak at Copper Ridge Place long-term care facility.

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• August 31, 2021: Public exposure notifications, August 31, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has issued COVID-19 public exposure notices.

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• Government of Yukon increasing its purchases of locally produced food, August 30, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon is now able to increase its purchases of locally produced food by contracting a local distributor.

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• Vangorda plateau portion of the Faro mine site to be acquired by Ross River Dena Council’s Dena Nezziddi LP and Broden Mining partnership, August 30, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  An agreement has been reached for the sale of mining claims and leases on the Vangorda plateau to a new First Nation-private partnership.

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• August 30, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, August 30, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has reported five new cases of COVID-19 from noon Friday, August 27, to noon today.

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• First COVID-19 case reported in a Yukon long-term care facility, August 30, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  First case of COVID-19 identified in a Yukon long-term care facility.

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• Changes to Occupational Health and Safety Regulations come into force to improve workplace safety cultures, August 27, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Changes to the Occupational Health and Safety Regulations come into force.

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• CSSC Mercier French First Language Secondary School and Community Centre celebrated for innovative leaning, August 27, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon and the Commission scolaire francophone du Yukon celebrate the new CSSC Mercier French First Language secondary school and community spaces.

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• Work continues on the Yukon’s first supervised consumption site, August 27, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Supervised consumption sites help reduce overdose deaths and increase the number of clients accessing addiction treatment services. Work continues on the Whitehorse site.

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• August 27, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, August 27, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has reported one new case of COVID-19 between noon Wednesday, August 25, to noon today.

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• Third survey on learning during the pandemic finds most feeling safe and informed, August 26, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon is sharing the results of the third COVID-19 student learning survey. A What We Heard report is now available on engageyukon.ca.

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• The Yukon forges ahead, ends COVID-19 state of emergency, August 25, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The state of emergency that was first declared on March 27, 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic will end today at 11:59 p.m.

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• August 25, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, August 25, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has reported two new cases of COVID-19 between noon Monday, August 23, to noon today.

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• New Innovation Commission to support local entrepreneurs, August 24, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  New Innovation Commission to inform a strategy to support technology start-ups and grow the Yukon’s digital ecosystem.

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• August 24, 2021: public exposure notification, August 24, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health has issued a public exposure notice for the 10:05 a.m. Air North flight from Edmonton to Whitehorse on Saturday, August 21, 2021.

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• Statement from Premier Sandy Silver offers congratulations to Yukoners at Tokyo Paralympics, August 24, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Sandy Silver has issued the following statement offering congratulations to Yukoners at Tokyo Paralympics.

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• Updated Huchá Hudän/Fort Selkirk Historic Site Management Plan in place, August 23, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Selkirk First Nation and the Government of Yukon have signed an updated management plan for the Huchá Hudän/Fort Selkirk historic site.

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• August 23, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, August 23, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott is reporting seven confirmed new cases of COVID-19 from 12 p.m. Friday, August 20, to 12 p.m. today.

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• Government of Yukon and Yukon First Nations continue to work together to improve outcomes for children and youth, August 20, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon, Council of Yukon First Nations and 12 First Nations governments are working together towards improving outcomes for Yukon children and families.

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• Forging Ahead: The Yukon’s Continuing Response to COVID-19, August 20, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon has released Forging Ahead, a framework outlining Yukon’s ongoing response to the pandemic as it begins its transition from pandemic to endemic.

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• Statement from Premier Sandy Silver on the passing of Hereditary Chief Glenn Grady, August 20, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier of the Yukon Sandy Silver issued the following statement on the passing of Hereditary Chief Glenn Grady.

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• September 30 now a federal holiday for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, August 20, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon will mark September 30 as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

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• August 20, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, August 20, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health is reporting four new cases of COVID-19 from 12 p.m. Thursday, August 19, to 12 p.m. today. Public exposure notices issued.

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• Revised health and safety guidelines now online for 2021–22 school year, August 20, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Finalized health and safety guidelines are available for the 2021-22 school year.

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• Coroners Act and regulations come into force, August 19, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Coroners Act has been updated to support modern best practices for coroner’s investigations.

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• August 18, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, August 18, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott is reporting nine new cases of COVID-19. The Delta variant has been confirmed in two cases in the Yukon.

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• Yukon firefighters deployed to British Columbia to support challenging wildfire response, August 17, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon has sent 40 wildland firefighters and four supervisory staff to support British Columbia’s ongoing wildfire response.

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• August 17, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, August 17, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott is reporting thirteen new cases of COVID-19 from 12 p.m. Friday, August 13, to 12 p.m. today.

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• First annual Our Clean Future report highlights actions taken on climate change and energy in 2020, August 13, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The first report highlights actions taken on climate change and energy in 2020 towards the goals set out in Our Clean Future.

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• Government of Canada invests over $3 million to support Canadians living and working in long-term care in the Yukon, August 13, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Today, Canada’s Minister of Health Patty Hajdu announced an agreement with the Yukon to provide it with more than $3 million for safe long-term care.

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• The Government of Canada and the Government of Yukon announce extension of support for quality early learning and child care across the territory, August 13, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Canada and the Government of Yukon have reached an agreement on an extension to the Canada–Yukon Early Learning and Child Care Agreement.

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• August 13, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, August 13, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Jesse Kancir is reporting two new cases of COVID-19 from 12 p.m. Thursday, August 12, to 12 p.m. today.

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• Canada and the Yukon invest in more reliable and efficient energy generation in Dawson City, August 12, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Dawson City reduces carbon footprint and increases electricity capacity with solar power project.

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• August 12, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, August 12, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Jesse Kancir is reporting nine new cases of COVID-19 from 12 p.m. Wednesday, August 11, to 12 p.m. today.

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• August 11, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, August 11, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Jesse Kancir is reporting two new cases of COVID-19 from 12 p.m. Tuesday, August 10, to 12 p.m. today.

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• Statement from Minister Clarke on the latest US intent to re-evaluate oil and gas leasing in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, August 10, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Minister Clarke has issued the following statement on the latest US intent to re-evaluate oil and gas leasing in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.

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• August 10, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, August 10, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s Acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Jesse Kancir is reporting three new cases of COVID-19 from 12 p.m. Monday, August 9 to 12 p.m. today.

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• School bus routes ready for the 2021–22 school year, August 9, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  School bus routes for the 2021–22 school year have been finalized and bus schedules are available online.

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• Statement from Minister Clarke regarding hunting in Yukon First Nations traditional territories, August 9, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Minister of Environment Nils Clarke released the following statement regarding hunting in Yukon First Nations traditional territories.

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• Statement from Premier Sandy Silver on the passing of Deputy Grand Chief Kristine McLeod, August 9, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Sandy Silver issued the following statement on the passing of Deputy Grand Chief Kristine McLeod.

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• Candidates sought for Yukon Climate Leadership Council, August 9, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon Climate Leadership Council will develop recommendations for how the Yukon can reach its 45 per cent greenhouse gas emission reduction target by 2030.

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• August 9, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, August 9, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health is reporting nine new cases of COVID-19 from 12 p.m. Friday, August 6, to 12 p.m. today.

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• Whitehorse residents to benefit from improved community infrastructure, August 6, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Infrastructure projects provide public transit, storm water and recreation benefits for Whitehorse residents.

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• Investing in a new Elders complex in Old Crow, Yukon, August 6, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  New assisted-living complex for Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation Elders.

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• August 6, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, August 6, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is reporting one new case of COVID-19 from 12 p.m. Thursday, August 5, to 12 p.m. today.

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• Statement from Premier Silver on the Yukon’s Member of Parliament Larry Bagnell, August 5, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Silver has issued the following statement on the retirement of the Yukon’s Member of Parliament Larry Bagnell.

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• August 5, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, August 5, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health is reporting seven new cases of COVID-19 from 12 p.m. Wednesday, August 4 to 12 p.m. today.

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• Yukon planning near-normal return to school for K-12 students, August 4, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Students over the age of five and staff required to wear masks in all indoor settings outside the classroom, including common areas and hallways.

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• Construction contract awarded for Whistle Bend elementary school, August 4, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Detailed design of the Whistle Bend elementary school will start this summer.

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• Residents of the Yukon to benefit from improvements to community infrastructure, August 4, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon residents to benefit from improvements to community infrastructure.

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• August 4, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, August 4, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is reporting six new cases of COVID-19 from 12 p.m. Tuesday, August 3, to 12 p.m. today.

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• August 3, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, August 3, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is reporting seven new cases of COVID-19 from 12 p.m. Monday, August 2, to 12 p.m. today.

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• Self-isolation and mandatory masking will be lifted as of August 4, 2021, August 3, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Effective August 4, the Chief Medical Officer of Health has provided new recommendations regarding public health measures to protect Yukoners from COVID-19.

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• The Yukon retains ‘AA Stable’ credit rating from S&P Global Ratings for 2021, August 2, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Global rating agency affirms the Yukon’s ‘AA Stable’ credit rating for twelfth straight year.

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• August 2, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, August 2, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer is reporting one additional death from COVID-19 and seven new cases of COVID-19 from 12 p.m. Friday, July 30 to 12 p.m. today.

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• August 1, 2021: public exposure notification, August 1, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley has issued a public exposure notice for the 10 a.m. Air Canada flight from Whitehorse to Vancouver on Friday, July 23.

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• July 30, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, July 30, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is reporting seven new cases and one probable case of COVID-19 between 12 p.m. Thursday, July 29, and 12 p.m. today.

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• Research program supporting Yukon’s COVID-19 recovery and economic growth extended, July 29, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Additional research funding will support Yukon’s COVID-19 recovery and economic growth.

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• Major investments continue for North Klondike Highway upgrades, July 29, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  A total of $180 million announced to upgrade the North Klondike Highway.

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• Minimum wage increasing to $15.20 per hour on August 1, July 29, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s minimum wage to rise to $15.20 an hour on August 1, 2021.

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• July 29, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, July 29, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Chief Medical Officer of Health is reporting one additional death from COVID-19 and seven new cases of COVID-19 between 12 p.m. Wednesday, July 28 to 12 p.m. today.

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• Youth vaccine eligibility expands as mobile clinics return to Yukon communities, July 28, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Youth clinics returning to communities, eligibility expanded to all youth born in 2009.

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• July 28, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, July 28, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  For the first time since June 5, the Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is reporting no new cases of COVID-19 in the previous 24 hours.

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• Construction of Dempster Fibre Line underway, July 27, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Construction officially started on July 15.

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• Innovative and Renewable Energy Initiative expanded to support more community projects, July 27, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Innovative and Renewable Energy Initiative will receive $1 million additional annual funding to help reduce Yukon’s reliance on fossil fuels.

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• Funding for Great Yukon Summer events awarded, July 27, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The recipients of the Great Yukon Summer edition of the On Yukon Time program have been announced.

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• July 27, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, July 27, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is reporting six new confirmed cases of COVID-19 between 12 p.m. Monday, July 26, and 12 p.m. today.

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• Supporting communities across the Yukon, July 26, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The federal Canada Community-Building Fund provides reliable funding for projects that improve the quality of life for Yukoners.

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• July 26, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, July 26, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is reporting 28 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 between 12 p.m. Friday, July 23, and 12 p.m. today.

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• Update on August 1 increase to minimum wage, July 23, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Government provides update on commitment to raise minimum wage to $15.20 an hour on August 1, 2021.

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• Yukon municipalities improve recreational facilities with Canada Community-Building Fund, July 23, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Five Yukon municipalities improve recreational facilities across the territory.

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• Canada and Yukon announce major expansion of $10 a day child care, July 23, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The governments of Canada and Yukon announced an agreement that significantly improves early learning and child care for children in the Yukon.

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• July 23, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, July 23, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon Medical Health Officer Dr. Jesse Kancir is reporting nine new confirmed cases of COVID-19 between 12 p.m. Thursday, July 22 and 12 p.m. today.

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• July 23, 2021: COVID-19 public exposure notification, July 23, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon Medical Health Officer Dr. Jesse Kancir has issued a public exposure notice for the 9:30 a.m. Air North flight from Vancouver to Whitehorse on Wednesday, July 21, 2021.

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• Past Commissioner Jack Cable remembered, July 22, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Office of the Commissioner of Yukon is saddened to hear of the passing of Jack Cable, former Commissioner of Yukon.

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• Government of Canada invests in more Whitehorse rental housing, July 22, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  New housing project under construction will add 87 new rental and affordable units in the territory.

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• Statement from Premier Sandy Silver on the passing of former Yukon Commissioner Jack Cable, July 22, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Sandy Silver has issued a statement on the passing of former Commissioner of Yukon Jack Cable.

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• July 22, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, July 22, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott is reporting seven new confirmed cases of COVID-19 between 12 p.m. Wednesday, July 21, and 12 p.m. today.

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• Location of supervised consumption site confirmed, July 21, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Supervised consumption sites help reduce overdose deaths and increase the number of clients accessing addiction treatment services.

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• Additional COVID-19 restrictions to be lifted as vaccine rate increases, July 21, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  As Yukon’s active case count continues to decline and vaccination rates increase in the territory and across Canada, additional restrictions will be lifted.

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• July 21, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, July 21, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott is reporting seven new confirmed cases of COVID-19 between 12 p.m. Tuesday, July 20, and 12 p.m. today.

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• July 20, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, July 20, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott is reporting five new confirmed cases of COVID-19 between 12 p.m. Monday, July 19, and 12 p.m. today.

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• Yukon air tanker group takes off for British Columbia to fight wildfires, July 19, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon is sending an air tanker group south to help British Columbia fight wildfires.

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• Call for nominations for the Minister of Justice Community Safety Awards, July 19, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Nominations are open for the Community Safety Awards to recognize Yukoners who have improved safety in their communities.

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• Yukon families to be refunded for all July licensed child care expenses, July 19, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  To support Yukon families, the Government of Yukon is covering all costs for licenced child care for the month of July 2021.

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• July 19, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, July 19, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott is reporting 20 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 between 12 p.m. Friday, July 16, and 12 p.m. today.

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• Construction started on Health and Wellness Centre and housing unit in Old Crow, July 16, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Construction work is set to begin on the Health and Wellness Centre and 10-plex housing complex in Old Crow.

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• Seven community projects awarded Crime Prevention and Victim Services Trust funding, July 16, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Projects funded are working to address root causes of crime in the Yukon and provide support and services to those who have been victims of crime.

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• July 16, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, July 16, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott is reporting five new confirmed cases of COVID-19 between 12 p.m. Thursday, July 15, and 12 p.m. today.

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• More than 100 items outlined in action plan to improve LGBTQ2S+ inclusion, July 15, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon’s LGBTQ2S+ Inclusion Action Plan commits to removing barriers throughout government to make programs and services equitable for LGBTQ2S+ Yukoners.

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• Minto Mine Socio-economic Monitoring Program releases third annual report, July 15, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon, along with Selkirk First Nation and Minto Explorations have released their third Minto Mine socio-economic monitoring program report.

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• What We Heard report details feedback on proposed changes to Sound Recording Fund, July 15, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon releases the What We Heard report on changes to the Sound Recording Fund.

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• July 15, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, July 15, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is reporting seven new confirmed cases of COVID-19 between 12 p.m. Wednesday, July 14, and 12 p.m. today.

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• July 14, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, July 14, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is reporting six new confirmed cases of COVID-19 between 12 p.m. Tuesday, July 13, and 12 p.m. today.

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• 2022 Arctic Arts Summit to be hosted in the Yukon, July 13, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Canada Council for the Arts and the Government of Yukon to co-host 2022 Arctic Arts Summit.

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• July 13, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, July 13, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health is reporting four new confirmed cases of COVID-19 between 12 p.m. Monday, July 12 and 12 p.m. today.

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• Government of Yukon provides more than $1.6 million in funding to sport and recreation, July 12, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon announces annual funding for sport and recreation groups, athletes and officials.

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• July 12, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, July 12, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health is reporting one new death and 19 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 between 12 p.m. Friday, July 9 and 12 p.m. today.

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• Statement from Premier Silver on the passing of former Champagne and Aishihik First Nations Chief Paul Birckel, July 9, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Silver has issued the following statement on the passing of former Champagne and Aishihik First Nations Chief Paul Birckel

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• July 9, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, July 9, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is reporting six new confirmed cases of COVID-19 between 12 p.m. Thursday, July 8, and 12 p.m. today.

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• State of Emergency declared for Southern Lakes, Lake Laberge, July 9, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Government of Yukon issued a State of Emergency under the Civil Emergency Measures Act to provide effective response to residents impacted by flooding in the Southern Lakes region.

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• New job-protected leave supports victims of domestic and sexualized assault, July 8, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Today, the Government of Yukon has proclaimed Bill 10, which allows victims of domestic and sexualized violence access to paid and unpaid leave under the Employment Standards Act.

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• July 8, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, July 8, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is reporting 10 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 between 12 p.m. Wednesday, July 7, and 12 p.m. today.

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• Boil water advisory for residents of Southern Lakes, Lake Laberge, Kusawa Lake and Takhini River areas, July 7, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  A boil water advisory has been issued for residents of the Southern Lakes, Lake Laberge, Kusawa Lake and Takhini River areas who use private wells.

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• July 7, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, July 7, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is reporting 13 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 between 12 p.m. Tuesday, July 6, and 12 p.m. today.

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• July 6, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, July 6, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is reporting 10 new cases of COVID-19 between 12p.m. Monday, July 5 and 12 p.m. today.

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• Premier Sandy Silver releases mandate letters to Cabinet Ministers, July 5, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Today, Premier Sandy Silver has released mandate letters to each Cabinet Minister.

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• July 5, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, July 5, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is reporting 40 new cases of COVID-19 between noon Friday, July 2 and noon today.

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• Boil water advisory for residents of Army Beach and South McClintock with private wells or underground water storage tanks, July 2, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  A boil water advisory has been issued for residents of Army Beach and South McClintock who use private wells or underground water storage tanks.

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• July 2, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, July 2, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is reporting 31 new cases of COVID-19 since June 30, 2021.

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• Statement from Premier Sandy Silver on Canada Day, July 1, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Sandy Silver issued the following statement on Canada Day.

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• Statement from Premier Silver on the ceremonial demolition of the Lower Post Residential School, June 30, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Daylu Dena Council and the Liard First Nation hosted a gathering for the ceremonial demolition of the Lower Post Residential School in Lower Post, B.C.

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• June 30, 2021: COVID-19 case count update, June 30, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is reporting 15 new cases of COVID-19 for today.

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• What We Heard report on Yukon’s immigration strategy released, June 29, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon releases What We Heard report following public engagement on the future of immigration.

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• June 29, 2021: COVID-19 case count update includes one new death, June 29, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is reporting 10 new cases of COVID-19 for today and one additional death.

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• Youth Roots Grant supports four community projects aimed at empowering youth, June 28, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Youth Roots Grant awards $18,500 to community projects helping prevent harms from cannabis and substance use among youth.

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• June 28, 2021: Chief Medical Officer of Health reports 24 new cases, June 28, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is reporting 24 new cases of COVID-19.

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• June 27, 2021: new COVID-19 cases confirmed; further guidance on outbreak provided, June 27, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health is reporting 44 new cases of COVID-19 and providing further guidance on outbreak.

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• Canada supports Rapid Housing projects for First Nations in Yukon, June 25, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  A $12.86 million funding investment announced for new affordable housing projects.

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• SKY flight team to provide highly specialized care to the youngest Yukoners, June 25, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon EMS’s critical care air ambulance program has expanded to include obstetrical, neonatal and pediatric critical care transport capabilities.

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• Boil water advisory for residents of Carmacks with private wells, June 25, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  A boil water advisory has been issued for residents of the Village of Carmacks and Little Salmon Carmacks First Nation who use private wells.

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• June 25, 2021: Chief Medical Officer of Health advises ‘social firebreak’: informal gatherings of no more than six as case count continues to rise, June 25, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is reporting 22 new cases of COVID-19 and strongly recommends that Yukoners limit social gatherings to six people.

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• Statement from Premier Sandy Silver on the discovery of unmarked graves at the Marieval Indian Residential School site in Saskatchewan, June 24, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon Premier Sandy Silver issued the following statement on the discovery of unmarked graves at the Marieval Indian Residential School site in Saskatchewan.

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• June 24, 2021: Chief Medical Officer of Health reports 18 new cases of COVID-19, June 24, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is reporting 18 new cases of COVID-19 for today.

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• June 23, 2021: Chief Medical Officer of Health reports one death and four new cases of COVID-19, June 23, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is saddened to announce the death of another Yukon resident from COVID-19.

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• Organizations receive funding to target prevention of violence against Indigenous women, June 22, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon awards Prevention of Violence against Indigenous Women funding to six community-based organizations.

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• Government of Yukon and First Nations complete forest plan for Whitehorse and Southern Lakes region, June 22, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Whitehorse Southern Lakes forest planning region have approved a plan for the region.

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• June 22, 2021: new COVID-19 cases confirmed; community transmission among unvaccinated, June 22, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is announcing eight new confirmed cases of COVID-19.

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• Statement from the Government of Yukon in recognition of National Indigenous Peoples Day, June 21, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Statement from the Government of Yukon in recognition of National Indigenous Peoples Day.

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• June 21, 2021: new COVID-19 cases confirmed; community transmission among unvaccinated, June 21, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is announcing 30 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 since Saturday afternoon.

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• June 19, 2021: new COVID-19 cases confirmed; community transmission among unvaccinated, June 19, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley is announcing 29 new confirmed cases of COVID-19.

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• Drive-up COVID-19 testing opens tonight to address increased demand, June 18, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Drive-up COVID-19 testing opens tonight at CTAC at 49A Waterfront Place; open 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

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• June 18, 2021: F.H. Collins prom attendees directed to self-isolate; case count continues to increase, June 18, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley has confirmed nine new cases of COVID-19, including a student who attended the F.H. Collins prom.

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• Yukoners can now apply for their Good Energy rebates online, June 17, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukoners can now apply for their Good Energy rebates with ease using the new online platform.

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• June 17, 2021: new COVID-19 cases confirmed, June 17, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Brendan Hanley, announces nine new confirmed cases of COVID-19 and stronger enforcement measures.

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• Statement from Premier Sandy Silver on the court decision in R v. Baker and Baker, June 16, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Silver has issued the following statement on the court decision in R v. Baker and Baker.

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• June 16, 2021: new COVID-19 cases confirmed, June 16, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley announces 16 new confirmed cases of COVID-19, and one probable case overnight.

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• Government of Yukon and Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in congratulate the Dawson Regional Land Use Planning Commission on the release of their draft plan, June 15, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon and Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in would like to thank the Dawson Regional Land Use Planning Commission for their continued dedication and hard work on the draft plan.

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• Government of Yukon withdraws additional lands from mineral staking in Dawson planning region, June 15, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon withdraws additional lands from mineral staking in Dawson planning region following the release of the Dawson Regional Planning Commission’s draft plan.

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• Yukon Schools and First Nations receive $150,000 for student attendance projects, June 15, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  A total of $150,000 in financial support from the Victoria Gold Yukon Student Encouragement Society’s Every Student, Every Day fund has been awarded for 24 Yukon projects.

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• Twelve cases overnight; vaccination the key to prevention of further spread, June 15, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott recommends that Yukoners get vaccinated as she confirms 12 new cases of COVID-19.

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• Beaver castoreum found on ancient throwing dart sheds new light on traditional hunting technology, June 14, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  New information about a 6,000-year-old throwing dart found on an ice patch in the Traditional Territories of the Kwanlin Dün and the Carcross/Tagish First Nations.

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• June 14, 2021: third COVID-19 death for Yukon, June 14, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has confirmed a third death of a Yukon resident with COVID-19.

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• Acting Chief Medical Officer of Health declares COVID-19 outbreak, June 13, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  COVID-19 outbreak declared, active case count rises to 18 and more cases expected.

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• Government of Yukon announces 2020 recipients of annual sport awards, June 11, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon recognizes 2020 achievements of Yukon athletes and coaches.

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• June 11, 2021: Porter Creek Senior Secondary School prom ceremony cancelled, June 11, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Acting Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Catherine Elliott has confirmed two new cases of COVID-19, including a student at Porter Creek Senior Secondary School.

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• June 10, 2021: new COVID-19 cases confirmed, June 10, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Brendan Hanley, announces three new confirmed cases of COVID-19, and one probable case.

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• June 9, 2021: COVID-19 update, June 9, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Latest update on COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• Statement on the attack of a Muslim family in London, Ontario, June 9, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Sandy Silver issued the following statement in response to the attack of a Muslim family in London, Ontario.

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• Third survey on student learning during COVID-19 now live, June 9, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The third student learning during COVID-19 survey is now live until June 23. Links have been sent directly to school staff and families.

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• June 9, 2021: new COVID-19 cases confirmed, June 9, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley announces two new confirmed cases of COVID-19, one of whom was previously a probable case.

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• Statement from the Government of Yukon on Alaska’s pre-season restrictions for Chinook fisheries, June 8, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Minister of Environment Nils Clarke has released the following statement in response to the Alaska Department of Fish and Game’s May 28 announcement.

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• June 8, 2021: new COVID-19 cases confirmed, June 8, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley announces one new confirmed and two new probable cases of COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• June 8, 2021: public exposure notification, June 8, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley issues public exposure notifications.

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• Statement on the release of the report on Mental Health Services in Rural Yukon by the Office of the Auditor General of Canada, June 7, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  OAG report is favourable overall and offers positive support for the progress made since 2016 in improving mental health and substance use services in rural Yukon communities.

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• Committees established to oversee implementation of Putting People First and Our Clean Future plans, June 7, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Committees struck to oversee the implementation of Putting People First and Our Clean Future plans.

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• Four new COVID-19 cases confirmed; outbreak identified at mine site, June 5, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley confirms four new cases of COVID-19.

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• Partners to the Canadian Porcupine Caribou Management Agreement release a joint statement in response to the suspension of oil and gas leases in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, June 4, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Joint statement in response to the suspension of oil and gas leases in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.

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• Government of Yukon and Yukon First Nations leaders reconfirm their commitment to collaboration at the Yukon Forum, June 4, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon and First Nations leaders discuss joint priorities at the Yukon Forum.

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• Yukon Advisory Committee recognizes release of the National Action Plan to End Violence against Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ People, June 3, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Today marks the release of the 2021 Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ People National Action Plan.

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• Next steps for Yukon First Nation School Board outlined in newly signed agreement, June 3, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon and 10 Yukon First Nations sign framework agreement that sets out the process for creating a First Nation School Board under the Education Act.

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• June 2, 2021: COVID-19 update, June 2, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Latest update on COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• FireSmart funding program helps 36 groups build wildfire-resilient communities, June 2, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Thirty-six groups from across Yukon are receiving a total of $1.1 million in FireSmart funding to remove forest fuels from areas near their communities.

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• Improving school zone safety in Whitehorse, June 2, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  School zone safety in Whitehorse improving with Gas Tax Fund.

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• Final report on inclusive and special education released in ceremony, June 1, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Ministers, Chiefs, Elders and stakeholders gathered for the release of the final report of the review of inclusive and special education in Carcross.

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• Celebrating the 125th Anniversary of the Discovery of Gold with the Commissioner, June 1, 2021 HTML

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  2026-02-25

  Join the Commissioner of Yukon Angélique Bernard in commemorating the 125th Anniversary of the Discovery of Gold in Yukon

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• New works added to Yukon Permanent Art Collection after enhanced call for submissions, May 31, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon Permanent Art Collection welcomes 21 new works.

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• Statement from Premier Sandy Silver on the discovery of children’s remains at Kamloops Indian Residential School, May 31, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Sandy Silver has issued the following statement on the discovery of children’s remains at Kamloops Indian Residential School.

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• First sitting of 35th Yukon Legislative Assembly concludes, May 31, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  2021–22 Budget receives assent, supporting new universal childcare program and investments in housing, education and renewable energy projects.

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• New Yukon Hospital Corporation Board chair named, May 28, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  New chair named to Yukon Hospital Corporation Board of Trustees.

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• Members of Yukon’s Emergency Medical Services team receive Governor General Award, May 28, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon is celebrating 10 individuals who have been awarded the Governor General’s Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Service Medal.

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• 2021 is the year of the Great Yukon Summer, May 27, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Great Yukon Summer campaign will encourage and inspire Yukoners to explore the territory this summer.

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• The Yukon extends State of Emergency, May 27, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon is extending the state of emergency under the Civil Emergency Measures Act.

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• Government of Yukon donates $25,000 towards COVID-19 relief in India, May 27, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon stands with partners to support COVID-19 relief efforts in India.

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• May 26, 2021: COVID-19 update, May 26, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Latest update on COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• Housing Initiatives Fund supports eight new affordable housing projects, May 26, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Eight shovel-ready housing projects funded in communities across the territory.

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• Public health restrictions to be lifted on May 25, May 21, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Changes coming for self-isolation, gatherings, social bubbles, and bars and restaurants.

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• May 19, 2021: COVID-19 update, May 19, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Latest update on COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• Dempster Fibre Line construction set to begin, May 19, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Construction of the line will start in summer 2021.

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• COVID-19 vaccination clinics for youth begin May 31, May 18, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Vaccine clinic dates set for Yukoners ages 12 to 17.

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• Be bear aware when out on the land, May 17, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Everywhere in the Yukon is bear country. Be aware of bear presence and carry bear spray.

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• Master plan being developed in the Range Point neighbourhood, May 17, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Kwanlin Dün First Nation and the Government of Yukon are developing a joint master plan for a residential subdivision in the Range Point neighbourhood.

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• Yukon surpasses 75 per cent vaccination rate, May 17, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon has now surpassed 75 per cent for first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine.

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• Sixteen groups receive funding to support marginalized youth, May 14, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon awarded funding to 16 groups for projects to support Yukon youth.

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• Residential rent increases in Yukon to be indexed to inflation, May 14, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Residential rent to be tied to annual inflation rate.

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• Child Care Act amendment tabled in the Legislative Assembly, May 13, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon is proposing to modernize the Child Care Act to help ensure that early learning and childcare services align.

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• Premier Silver tables revised 2021–22 Budget in the Legislative Assembly, May 13, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Silver tabled the Government of Yukon’s revised 2021–22 Budget.

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• May 12, 2021: COVID-19 update, May 12, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Latest update on COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• COVID-19 vaccinations to be available for Yukon youth, May 12, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukoners aged 12 to 17 to be vaccinated in the coming weeks.

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• Vaccine statistics released for all Yukon communities, May 12, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Vaccine uptake is now available by community, and by dose.

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• 35th Yukon Legislative Assembly begins, May 11, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The first Sitting of the 35th Yukon Legislative Assembly began today with a Speech from the Throne delivered by the Commissioner of Yukon.

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• May 11, 2021: new COVID-19 cases confirmed, May 11, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley confirms two new cases of COVID-19.

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• Wildfire risk reduction projects taking place this week in Whitehorse, May 10, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Wildland Fire Management crews continue organized risk reduction work in Whitehorse this week. Learn more on where the prescribed burning will take place.

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• Nominations are open for the Council of the Federation Literacy Award, May 7, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Sandy Silver and Education Minister Jeanie McLean are encouraging nominations for Council of the Federation Literacy Award.

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• Dr. Theresa Tam and Dr. Brendan Hanley host a live question and answer event for Yukoners, May 6, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  On Saturday, May 8, at 10 a.m., Yukoners are invited to tune in and ask questions during a live question and answer event moderated by Gurdeep Pandher.

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• May 5, 2021: COVID-19 update, May 5, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Latest update on COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• Yukon lifting restrictions as vaccine uptake increases, May 5, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s self-isolation requirements will be lifted for fully vaccinated travellers and bars and restaurants will be able to return to 100 per cent capacity as of May 25.

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• Leadership changes in Government of Yukon departments, May 5, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  New senior leaders appointed for the Public Service Commission, the Department of Environment, the Department of Energy, Mines and Resources, and the Yukon Liquor Corporation.

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• Premier Silver announces date of first Legislative Assembly sitting, May 4, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The first sitting of the 35th Yukon Legislative Assembly will take place on Tuesday, May 11.

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• May 3, 2021: New COVID-19 case confirmed, May 3, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley confirms one new case of COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• Government of Yukon issues special warrant to meet financial commitments during budget debate, May 3, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Special warrant ensures government can continue providing services for Yukoners while the 2021–22 Budget is debated during the Spring Legislative sitting.

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• New Yukon Cabinet sworn in by Commissioner, May 3, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Sandy Silver and the new Government of Yukon Cabinet were sworn in today by the Commissioner of Yukon Angélique Bernard.

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• Jeremy Harper to be nominated for Speaker of the Yukon Legislative Assembly, May 3, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Today, Premier Sandy Silver has announced his intention to nominate Jeremy Harper for the Speaker of the Yukon Legislative Assembly.

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• Hours changing at the Whitehorse COVID-19 vaccine clinic, April 28, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Clinic reduces hours as majority of eligible Yukoners have received both doses of the COVID-19 vaccine.

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• April 28, 2021: COVID-19 update, April 28, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Latest update on COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• Yukon Premier Sandy Silver extends condolences after fatal helicopter crash in Nunavut, April 28, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Primer Silver has issued the following statement after fatal helicopter crash in Nunavut.

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• Premier Silver announces new Chief of Staff, April 28, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Today, Premier Sandy Silver announced the appointment of his new Chief of Staff.

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• Yukon school calendar dates set for 2021–22, April 27, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon has set school calendar dates for all Yukon schools for the 2021–22 school year.

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• April 26, 2021: COVID-19 associated death in new case, April 26, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley reports COVID-19 associated death of Yukon citizen.

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• April 22, 2021: two new COVID-19 cases confirmed, April 22, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley confirms two new cases of COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• April 21, 2021: COVID-19 update, April 21, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Latest update on COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• April 21, 2021: COVID-19 case update, April 21, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  COVID-19 case update

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• Statement from Premier Silver on the passing of Doug Bell, April 20, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Silver has issued the following statement on the passing of Doug Bell.

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• Statement from Premier Sandy Silver on Federal Budget 2021, April 20, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Sandy Silver has issued a statement on the Government of Canada Budget 2021–2022.

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• Statement from Premier Silver following his meeting with Commissioner Bernard, April 19, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Silver released a statement following his meeting with Commissioner of Yukon Angélique Bernard.

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• Past Commissioner Doug Bell remembered, April 19, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Office of the Commissioner of Yukon is saddened to hear of the passing of Doug Bell, former Commissioner of Yukon.

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• April 19, 2021: one new COVID-19 case confirmed, April 19, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley confirms one new case of COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• April 14, 2021: COVID-19 update, April 14, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Latest update on COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• April 13, 2021: public exposure notification, April 13, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley has issued a potential exposure notification for three locations in Whitehorse.

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• April 12, 2021: one new COVID-19 case confirmed, April 12, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley confirms one new case of COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• April 11, 2021: COVID-19 public exposure notification, April 11, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley has issued a potential exposure notification for the 1:35 p.m. flight from Vancouver to Whitehorse on Saturday, April 3.

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• Statement from Commissioner of Yukon Angélique Bernard on the passing of The Duke of Edinburgh, April 9, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Commissioner of Yukon Angélique Bernard has issued the following statement on the passing of The Duke of Edinburgh.

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• Statement from Premier Sandy Silver on the passing of The Duke of Edinburgh, April 9, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Sandy Silver has issued the following statement on the passing of The Duke of Edinburgh

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• April 9, 2021: public exposure notification, April 9, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley has issued a potential exposure notification for the 6:30 p.m. flight from Vancouver to Whitehorse on Tuesday, April 6.

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• April 7, 2021: COVID-19 update, April 7, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Latest update on COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• March 31, 2021: COVID-19 update, March 31, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Latest update on COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• Grades 10 to 12 students in Whitehorse to return to full-time, in-person classes, March 31, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Whitehorse Grades 10 to 12 students at F.H. Collins, Vanier Catholic and Porter Creek secondary schools will return to full-time, in-person classes on April 19, 2021.

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• March 31, 2021: An out of territory resident has tested positive for COVID-19, March 31, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  COVID-19 Update

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• First cases of COVID-19 variants of concern identified in Yukon, March 25, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  COVID-19 variant identified in two individuals in Yukon, both doing well.

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• March 24, 2021: COVID-19 update, March 24, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Latest update on COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• COVID-19 tests can now be booked online, March 16, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Online booking for COVID-19 testing is now available to Yukoners.

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• Potential COVID-19 exposure at Silvertip mine, Northern BC, March 13, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon public health officials have been informed of cases of COVID-19 transmitted at Coeur Mining’s Silvertip mine in Northern BC.

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• Yukon featured in first episode of Promising Practices podcast, March 12, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Canada’s Premiers launch new podcast series called Promising Practices featuring Yukon’s Mental Wellness and Substance Use Hubs.

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• Yukon remains on permanent time, March 12, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Don’t spring forward: Yukon remains on permanent time.

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• New health care policy supports transgender community, March 12, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Insured Health and Hearing Services introduces new policies to support gender affirming health care.

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• Governments of Canada and Yukon sign multi-million-dollar contribution agreement for Yukon Resource Gateway Program, March 12, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The agreement represents a major investment in northern transportation infrastructure.

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• The general election date in Yukon has been announced, March 12, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Sandy Silver has announced that Yukon's general election will be held April 12, 2021.

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• Tender issued for construction of the Whistle Bend elementary school, March 11, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Whitehorse is getting a new elementary school. A design-build tender has been posted for the Whistle Bend elementary school.

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• $40 million Northern Carve Out funding for housing in Yukon announced, March 11, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  A total of $40 million of funding for housing, under the National Housing Co-Investment Fund, will be used for housing projects in the territory.

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• Changes to Territorial Lands (Yukon) Act proposed, March 11, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Proposed amendments to the Territorial Lands (Yukon) Act is part of ongoing work to create new resource roads regulations for Yukon.

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• Statement from Premier Silver on passing of Archie Lang, March 11, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Silver has issued the following statement on the passing of Archie Lang.

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• Construction contract awarded for Old Crow Health and Wellness centre, and 10-plex housing unit, March 11, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon has awarded the design-build contract to Yukon-based KetzaTSL Construction Ltd.

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• Statement from Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health advising Yukoners against all non-essential travel, March 11, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley has issued the following statement.

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• Public Airports Act Regulation set to come into force April 1, 2021, March 11, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Public Airports Act Regulation set to come into force. This Act gives Yukon aviation stakeholders the clarity and certainty they need to plan for the future.

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• Statement from Premier Silver on the first anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic, March 11, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Silver has issued the following statement on the first anniversary of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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• Government of Yukon withdraws lands from mineral staking in Dawson planning region, March 11, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon has withdrawn from mineral staking certain areas of high conservation value in the Dawson planning region.

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• Government of Yukon expands orthopedic program, soon to begin offering hip replacements, March 10, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  A new orthopedic surgeon will assist in reducing wait times and increasing number of elective surgeries for those awaiting joint replacements.

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• March 10, 2021: COVID-19 update, March 10, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Latest update on COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• New Workers’ Safety and Compensation Act tabled, March 10, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Minister Jeanie McLean tables Bill to modernize the Workers’ Compensation Act and Occupational Health and Safety Act.

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• Economic resilience plan will support local businesses, March 10, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Plan will support the economy and build resilience as territory rebounds from pandemic.

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• New economic development program to support growth and diversification, March 9, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The new program supports innovation, job creation and private sector growth.

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• Amendment to Family Property and Support Act tabled, March 9, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon tabled an amendment today to the Family Property and Support Act.

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• Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Act amendments tabled in the Yukon Legislative Assembly, March 9, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Amendments to Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Act would increase public safety in Yukon communities.

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• The Government of Yukon is requesting proposals for a full review of the rural fire service, March 8, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon has released a Request for Proposals for a value-driven service contract to complete a full, independent review of the fire service in rural Yukon.

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• Child Care Act amendment tabled, March 8, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Proposed amendments would help ensure that early learning and child care services align with other education services offered by the government.

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• Yukon receives more than $3 million in funding for virtual health care services, March 8, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon receives more than $3 million in funding from the Government of Canada to expand capacity for virtual health care services in Yukon.

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• Universal child care program will make life more affordable for Yukon families, March 8, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  As of April 1, families who are registered in a participating licensed full-time childcare program will save up to $700 per child each month.

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• Virtual conference to promote Yukon’s mineral sector globally, March 5, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Minister Pillai to discuss Yukon’s competitive advantages during the virtual Prospectors and Developers Association of Canada (PDAC) conference.

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• Next steps to move Yukon towards living with COVID-19, March 5, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  A Path Forward: Next Steps provides new details about how and when COVID-19 restrictions will be reduced or adjusted in the coming months.

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• Budget makes life more affordable with historic investments in Yukon families, infrastructure and renewable energy, March 4, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  2021–22 Budget supports Yukoners through COVID-19 and beyond with investments in families, communities and the green economy.

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• March 3, 2021: COVID-19 update, March 3, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Latest update on COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health and Deputy Chief receive COVID-19 vaccine, March 3, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The clinic opened for all residents age 18 and older on Monday, March 1.

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• Yukon First Nations Procurement Policy update, March 3, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Portions of Yukon’s First Nations Procurement Policy are now in effect. This marks a milestone for the policy and is a sign of how genuine collaboration can advance reconciliation.

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• Yukon societies and business corporations have updated legislation, March 2, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon societies and business corporations have new legislation to guide them.

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• Affordable seniors housing coming to Whitehorse, March 2, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  New senior’s housing, Normandy Manor, under construction.

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• New Access to Information and Protection of Privacy Act coming into force April 1, 2021, March 2, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The new ATIPP Act will come into force on April 1, 2021.

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• Statement from Minister of Environment Pauline Frost on commitments to caribou and climate change in new US-Canadian agreement, March 2, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Minister of Environment Pauline Frost offers the following statement on commitments to caribou and climate change in new US-Canadian agreement.

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• Sixth Project Agreement reached in Yukon Resource Gateway Project, March 1, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon and First Nation of Na-Cho Nyäk Dun have signed a Project Agreement to enhance the safety of the Silver Trail to Mayo and Keno City.

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• Campgrounds opening early in 2021, March 1, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s camping season is getting longer. Many government campgrounds are set to open May 1, 2021.

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• COVID-19 supports for Yukon businesses continue, February 25, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon is extending several COVID-19 economic programs and increasing funding for key tourism initiatives.

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• February 25, 2021: COVID-19 update, February 25, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Latest update on COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• Council of Yukon First Nations and NGO selected to operate Housing First residence, February 25, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The two organizations have formed a new partnership that capitalizes on their mutual and individual areas of expertise.

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• Opioids remain a danger to communities, February 24, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Government working with partners on one of most serious public health issues – opioid use.

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• Government of Yukon holds aviation lease parcel lottery, February 24, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  New and established aviation businesses along with recreational aviators can now apply for an aviation lease parcel for land in Mayo and Whitehorse.

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• Dates set for additional COVID-19 vaccine clinics, February 18, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  New vaccine clinic dates set for Whitehorse residents.

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• February 18, 2021: COVID-19 update, February 18, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Latest update on COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• Statement from Premier Silver on the passing of Darius Elias, February 18, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Statement from Premier Silver on the passing of Darius Elias.

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• Canada and Yukon invest in municipal infrastructure for residents of Faro, February 15, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government Canada and the Government of Yukon announced funding for a new consolidated fire hall and public works building for the Town of Faro.

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• Government of Yukon and Liard First Nation sign job training agreement, February 15, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Liard First Nation citizens to benefit from new job training agreement.

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• February 13, 2021: additional public exposure notices, February 13, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley issues three additional public exposure notifications.

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• Government of Yukon will retender Carmacks arena construction, February 12, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Construction will resume soon on the Carmacks arena project with construction of the project scheduled to be retendered in March.

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• Statement from Premier Sandy Silver and Minister of Health and Social Services Pauline Frost on Yukon’s next vaccine shipment, February 12, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Sandy Silver and Minister of Health and Social Services Pauline Frost have issued a statement on Yukon’s next vaccine shipment.

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• February 12, 2021: COVID-19 case update, February 12, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley reports new cases of COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• February 11, 2021: COVID-19 update, February 11, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Latest update on COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• Updated Public Utilities Act Regulation supports the Our Clean Future strategy, February 11, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon has approved regulatory amendments to support energy conservation and renewable electricity planning and development.

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• February 4, 2021: COVID-19 update, February 4, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Latest update on COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• New guidelines for quartz mining projects will help protect Yukon water, February 2, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon releases guidelines to help with environmental management of quartz mining projects in Yukon.

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• Statement from Premier Sandy Silver and Minister of Health and Social Services Pauline Frost on vaccine availability, February 2, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Sandy Silver and Minister Pauline Frost have released the following statement.

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• Government of Yukon surplus auctions go online, February 2, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon is modernizing surplus auctions.

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• Universal childcare and early kindergarten will support Yukon families, February 1, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon is advancing the implementation of affordable early learning and childcare for Yukon families.

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• Yukon Public Libraries launches the new reasons to fall in love with your library campaign, February 1, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Additional services are being launched through all of Yukon’s 15 public libraries to provide Yukoners with easier access to resources.

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• Government of Yukon passes new regulation to manage use of off-road vehicles, January 28, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon passes new regulation for off-road vehicle use in Yukon.

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• Government of Yukon and Kluane First Nation continue work together on new school in Burwash Landing, January 28, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon and Kluane First Nation have taken another step toward a new school in Burwash Landing, launching a tender for an Owner’s Advisor to guide the project.

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• Indigenous employees recognized by Premier Sandy Silver, January 28, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Sandy Silver presented Morgane Pennycook with the Indigenous Employees Award of Honour and Darcy Dewhurst with the Naats Tláa Award.

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• Yukon’s private sector sees benefits of small business tax rate reduced to zero, January 28, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Changes take effect as the Government of Yukon decreases the small business tax rate from two per cent to zero.

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• Regulations and standards for the practice of midwifery approved, January 28, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Regulations to support the practice of midwifery in Yukon have been approved.

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• January 27, 2021: COVID-19 update, January 27, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Latest update on COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• Yukon filmmakers moving projects forward, January 26, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Four Yukon filmmakers have been awarded funding from the Yukon Filmmakers Fund.

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• Yukon filmmaker receives project support, January 25, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Harold Greenberg Fund Northern Shorts Program winner announced.

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• Statement from Premier Silver regarding the Kudz Ze Kayah Project, January 25, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Statement from Premier Silver regarding the Kudz Ze Kayah Project

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• Check for recalled Solstice Haskap Cider cans, January 25, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Yukon Berry Farms is recalling Solstice Haskap Cider sold in six-pack, 355ML cans and four-pack, mixed 355ML cans, between December 17, 2020, and January 25, 2021.

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• Whitehorse clinic and vaccine eligibility updates, January 25, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Whitehorse area residents 65 years and older are now eligible to be vaccinated. Find out more about eligibility and documentation requirements.

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• Government of Yukon provides additional staffing and tutoring supports for the 2020–21 school year, January 22, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon is hiring more educators and increasing funding for tutoring programs to support Yukon students throughout the pandemic.

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• Whitehorse COVID-19 screening drive-thru closes, January 22, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The drive-thru COVID-19 screening service in Whitehorse will close end of day today.

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• Statement from Minister Frost on President Biden’s moratorium being a step in the right direction for the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, January 22, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Statement from Minister Frost on President Biden’s moratorium being a step in the right direction for the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge.

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• Outstanding service recognized by Premier Sandy Silver, January 21, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Premier Sandy Silver presented three individuals and three teams with the 2020 Premier’s Award of Excellence and Innovation for their creativity, leadership and collaboration.

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• Candidates selected for Youth Panel on Climate Change, January 20, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Thirteen young Yukoners have been selected to serve on the new Youth Panel on Climate Change.

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• January 20, 2021: COVID-19 update, January 20, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Latest update on COVID-19 in Yukon

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• Shingles and HPV vaccines are now available in pharmacies, January 18, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Starting today, Yukoners can receive the shingles and HPV vaccines at their local pharmacy.

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• Government of Yukon aviation projects reach new heights, January 15, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon is working with Yukon’s Aviation Advisory Committee for the future of Yukon’s aviation system.

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• Local area planning process to start for the Łu Zil Män (Fish Lake) area, January 14, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon and Kwanlin Dün First Nation launch a local area planning process for the Łu Zil Män area and are recruiting interested parties for the steering committee.

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• Making medical travel easier and more affordable for Yukoners, January 14, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The medical travel subsidy has doubled to $150 per day for multi-day travel.

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• Support provided for Haines, Alaska, January 13, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon provides financial support for the relief and recovery efforts in Haines, Alaska.

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• January 13, 2021: COVID-19 update, January 13, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Latest update on COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• Work to protect Porcupine caribou will continue, January 8, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Parties to the Canadian Porcupine Caribou Management Agreement continue their fight to protect the Porcupine caribou herd and its vital habitat.

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• Possible COVID-19 case confirmed negative, January 8, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health announces that possible case linked to New Year’s Eve gatherings has tested negative for COVID-19.

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• Seeking public feedback on details of single-use shopping bag ban, January 7, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  The Government of Yukon is asking Yukoners for their input on how to implement a ban on single-use shopping bags in Yukon.

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• Vaccine rollout schedule released, January 7, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Schedule provides details on Yukon’s priority populations and expected timing for when individuals can access the vaccine.

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• January 7, 2021: COVID-19 update, January 7, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Latest update on COVID-19 in Yukon.

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• Preliminary creative and cultural industries strategy out for public review, January 6, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Feedback being sought on Creative Potential: Advancing Yukon’s Creative Economy until February 5.

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• First Yukoners receive COVID-19 vaccine, January 4, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Vaccinations started today at Whistle Bend Place in Whitehorse.

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• January 1, 2021: four new COVID-19 cases confirmed, January 1, 2021 HTML

  Date updated:

  2026-02-25

  Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley confirms four new cases of COVID-19 in Yukon.

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