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Watson Lake receives funding for regional economic development project
The Government of Yukon awards $49,700 to the Town of Watson Lake for a regional economic development project.
Engagement underway to improve economic development funding programs
The Government of Yukon seeks feedback from organizations in the territory to improve its economic development funding programs.
Two Yukon films are screening at Cannes
Two Yukon films, The Changeling and Grey Mountain, are part of a showcase at Cannes this week.
Community economic development conference begins in Haines Junction
Communities from Haines Junction to Beaver Creek are coming together to discuss and coordinate economic development in the area.
Pilot program promotes youth entrepreneurship
däna Näye Ventures appoints local youth entrepreneur to develop business skills and promote entrepreneurship.
Nine community projects receive more than $126,000
Community Development Fund recipients include Watson Lake Creative Playgroup Society, Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation, and Youth of Today Society.
Yukon Women in Mining receives support for Yukon Mining Days events
Initiative receives $68,000 to promote the mining industry in Yukon communities.
Government of Yukon supports successful Indigenous economic development conference
Government of Yukon funding supports successful Indigenous Investment Conference
20 community projects receive over $700,000 in support from the Community Development Fund
Community Development Fund recipients include Watson Lake Elders Society, BYTE Empowering Youth Society, Faro Golf Club and the Village of Teslin.
Community Development Fund updated to be more responsive to the needs of Yukoners
Changes improve the overall delivery of the fund.