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Government of Yukon provides more than $1.6 million in funding to sport and recreation
The Government of Yukon announces annual funding for sport and recreation groups, athletes and officials.
State of Emergency declared for Southern Lakes, Lake Laberge
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.
New job-protected leave supports victims of domestic and sexualized assault
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.
SKY flight team to provide highly specialized care to the youngest Yukoners
Yukon EMS’s critical care air ambulance program has expanded to include obstetrical, neonatal and pediatric critical care transport capabilities.
Government of Yukon announces 2020 recipients of annual sport awards
The Government of Yukon recognizes 2020 achievements of Yukon athletes and coaches.
Improving school zone safety in Whitehorse
School zone safety in Whitehorse improving with Gas Tax Fund.
FireSmart funding program helps 36 groups build wildfire-resilient communities
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.
Members of Yukon’s Emergency Medical Services team receive Governor General Award
The Government of Yukon is celebrating 10 individuals who have been awarded the Governor General’s Emergency Medical Services Exemplary Service Medal.
The Yukon extends State of Emergency
The Yukon is extending the state of emergency under the Civil Emergency Measures Act.
Master plan being developed in the Range Point neighbourhood
Kwanlin Dün First Nation and the Government of Yukon are developing a joint master plan for a residential subdivision in the Range Point neighbourhood.