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The Government of Yukon highlights 14 initial actions from the Substance Use Health Emergency Strategy
The Government of Yukon has highlighted the 14 initial actions of the Substance Use Health Emergency Strategy.
New Substance Use Health Emergency Strategy supports the health and safety of all Yukoners and communities
The Government of Yukon launches a transformative strategy to address the Substance Use Health Emergency.

The Government of Yukon launches a new backpack initiative to support individuals in need
The Yukon's new backpack initiative offers direct support to Yukoners experiencing substance use challenges.
Statement from Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee on health centre service reductions and staffing shortages
Minister McPhee releases statement addressing the current health human resources challenges in the Yukon.
Health Human Resources Steering Committee formed to help bolster Yukon health care
The Government of Yukon and the Yukon Hospital Corporation have formed a Health Human Resources Steering Committee to tackle the territory’s health human resources challenges.
Statement from Minister of Health and Social Services and Minister of Justice on International Drug Users Remembrance Day
Minister McPhee has issued a Statement on International Drug Users Remembrance Day, as we honour the lives lost and strengthen our commitment to a safer more compassionate society.
Yukon First Nations Chiefs Committee on Health to guide implementation of Putting People First
The newly formed Chiefs Committee on Health formalizes partnership between the Government of Yukon and Yukon First Nations on health system transformation.
Joint Statement from Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee and Minister of Community Services Richard Mostyn on National Drowning Prevention Awareness Week
The Ministers of Health and Social Services and Community Services acknowledge National Drowning Prevention Awareness Week.
The Government of Yukon and the Government of Canada reach an Agreement in Principle to improve health care services for Yukoners
The Yukon and Canadian governments announced an Agreement in Principle to improve health care for Yukoners. The bilateral deal includes $73 million for shared health priorities.
Statement from Minister Tracy-Anne McPhee on Yukon Coroner’s Inquest Report
The Minister of Health and Social Services statement on Yukon Coroner’s Inquest Report recommendations.