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FireSmart projects prepare and protect Yukon communities
The territorial government is funding FireSmart projects throughout the winter in Yukon.
Government of Yukon receives minimum wage review
The Employment Standards board submitted its review of Yukon’s minimum wage.
Government of Yukon holds workshop on landfill liability
Government of Yukon met with partners to discuss landfill liability and improvements to solid waste management.
Partnership agreement to benefit relationship with local governments
Agreement between territorial government and Association of Yukon Communities to set course for the next three years.
Modernized Societies legislation tabled in the Legislative Assembly
A bill to replace the existing Societies Act was tabled today to replace 30-year-old legislation.
Raven Recycling Society to operate e-waste depot
Starting October 1, Yukoners can bring their e-waste to Raven Recycling or local municipal or community recycling depots – no tipping fees apply.
Governments of Canada and Yukon invest in three infrastructure projects throughout the territory
Investments in water, wastewater and solar energy will benefit residents of Dawson City, the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in and the First Nation of Na-Cho Nyäk Dun
The governments of Canada and Yukon invest in new arena in Carmacks
Carmacks residents to get a new arena through the federal Small Communities Fund and territorial funding.
Public input sought on proposed expanded leave benefits
The Government of Yukon is seeking feedback from Yukoners on recent changes to the federal Employment Insurance programs.
Yukon’s wildfire resources exported to British Columbia
The Government of Yukon sent 27 Wildland Fire Management staff to British Columbia to assist with the wildfire situation.