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Yukon wildfire officials presenting at Scandinavian conference
The Government of Yukon is sending two wildfire officials to Finland to participate in a Scandinavian emergency services conference.
Statement from the Government of Yukon on the deaths of four BC firefighters
The Government of Yukon and Wildland Fire Management send our deepest condolences to British Columbia today after the deaths of four wildland firefighters.
Yukon Public Libraries eliminate late fees
Library users in the Yukon will no longer be charged late fees on overdue materials.
Village of Carmacks celebrates the opening of its new firehall
Carmacks opens the door to its new firehall and emergency response centre.
Statement from Premier Ranj Pillai and Minister Richard Mostyn on Firefighters’ National Memorial Day
Premier Ranj Pillai and Minister Richard Mostyn have issued a statement recognizing Firefighters’ National Memorial Day on Sunday, September 10.
Statement from Premier Pillai and Minister Mostyn celebrating Yukon First Nations wildland firefighting
Government of Yukon congratulates the graduates of the Yukon First Nations Wildfire training initiatives.
25 Yukon fire personnel deployed to Northwest Territories
The Government of Yukon has sent wildland fire personnel to help manage fires in the Northwest Territories.
Joint Statement from Mayor Cabott and Minister Mostyn on Emergency Preparedness in Whitehorse
The Government of Yukon and City of Whitehorse issue joint statement on emergency preparedness.
Tipping fees holiday extended for Southern Lakes region affected by windstorms
The Yukon government extends the waiving of tipping fees for storm debris in the Southern Lakes Region.