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Building stronger communities across Yukon with federal Gas Tax Fund
First of two annual funding transfers now available for 8 communities, 14 First Nations and unincorporated communities across the territory.
Second phase of Carcross/Tagish First Nation Learning Centre complete
Built by local Citizens, the new learning wing serves as the Carcross language Hub.
Yukon sport and recreation groups to benefit from $1.4 million in funding
The Government of Yukon is pleased to support sport and recreation in the territory with over $1.4 million in funding.
Better wastewater treatment for Watson Lake residents
Upgrades to the town’s lagoon will modernize and improve the sewage capacity at their wastewater treatment facility.
Dawson City’s Minto Park concession building rises from the ashes
Dawson’s Minto Park has a new concession building open for fitness, recreational and leisure programming in a safe, healthy environment.
Ross River suspension bridge is open in time for summer
Repairs are complete and the Ross River Suspension Bridge is once again open for pedestrian access across the Pelly River.
Regulations for Chase the Ace-style lotteries introduced in Yukon
New regulations allow eligible charitable organizations throughout the territory to hold Chase the Ace-style lotteries.
Yukoner receives national award for contribution to emergency management
Michael Smith received an Emergency Management Exemplary Service Award for his outstanding contributions to emergency management.
Government of Yukon connected with municipal leaders at Association of Yukon Communities annual general meeting
The Government of Yukon thanks Association of Yukon Communities for a productive meeting.
Government of Yukon, Association of Yukon Communities and City of Whitehorse set course to improve solid waste management
Territorial and municipal governments, along with AYC, are taking immediate action to improve the territory’s solid waste management system.