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Statement from Premier Pillai on World Refugee Day
On World Refugee Day, Premier Pillai urges Yukoners to extend a hand of friendship and support to those forced to flee their homes.
Statement from Premier Ranj Pillai on National Indigenous Peoples Day
June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day.
Leaders meet for Yukon Forum at Ta’an Kwäch’än Council’s Fish Camp on Lake Laberge
At Yukon Forum, leaders had discussions related to supporting the work of the Residential Schools and Missing Children Project and responding to the Substance Use Health Emergency.

COVID-19 Recovery Research Program successfully completed
The COVID-19 Recovery Research Program concluded this week with a public results summit hosted by the Governments of Yukon and Canada.
Statement from Premier Pillai on the Sikh day of remembrance for the martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Ji
Premier Pillai extends his respect to the Sikh community as they observe the day of remembrance for the martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev.
Yukon Legislative Assembly returns to historic home in Dawson City
Yukon legislators turned back the clock to hold a special sitting in the territory’s former capital.

Statement from Premier Pillai on northern diplomatic tour
Today, Premier Pillai met with 25 ambassadors and high commissioners to Canada on the first day of Global Affairs Canada’s northern diplomatic tour.

Statement from Premier Pillai on Canadian Armed Forces Day
Premier Ranj Pillai extends a heartfelt thank you to the many members of the CAF who have served to protect Canadian security and values at home and around the world.
Statement from Premier Pillai on Filipino Heritage Month
Premier Pillai extends warm wishes to the Filipino community as the Yukon celebrates Filipino Heritage Month.
Statement from the Government of Yukon on National Indigenous History Month
June is National Indigenous History Month.