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Statement from Minister Tracy-Anne McPhee on Prostate Cancer Awareness Month
To mark Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, the Government of Yukon lights up the Jim Smith Building in blue from September 1 to 8, 2024.
Statement from Minister McPhee on International Overdose Awareness Day
Minister McPhee acknowledges the ongoing challenge of overdose and emphasizes collective action on International Overdose Awareness Day. Together, we can make a difference.
Successful opening of new hospital beds and long-term care rooms
The Government of Yukon and the Yukon Hospital Corporation have expanded long-term care and acute care services for the Yukon.
New Yukon Hospital Corporation Board chair named
Pamela Hine appointed as Chair of the Yukon’s Hospital Corporation Board of Trustees.
Government of Yukon implementing coroner's inquest recommendations
The Government of Yukon commits to implementing coroner's inquest recommendations to enhance safety and support at 405 Alexander.
Government of Yukon releases third Yukon Aging in Place annual report
Learn more about some of the services and programs available to seniors and Elders in the third annual Aging in Place Annual report.
Government of Yukon and Yukon Hospital Corporation expand long-term care and acute care capacity in the Yukon
The Government of Yukon and the Yukon Hospital Corporation are expanding long-term care and acute care services to continue to meet the growing health needs of Yukoners.
Government of Yukon thanks Whitehorse community for conversation on downtown safety
Government of Yukon thanks participants of the Downtown Whitehorse Community Conversation and announces next steps for enhancing community safety and support.
Government of Yukon and Blood Ties Four Directions Centre launch expanded Healthy Meals program
The Government of Yukon and Blood Ties Four Directions Centre expand the Healthy Meals program, offering lunch and dinner services to support food security in downtown Whitehorse.
Government of Yukon announces extended hours for Whitehorse Walk-in Clinic
The Whitehorse Walk-in Clinic extends its hours starting June 17. New hours: Mon-Wed 9 am-5:30 pm, Thu-Fri 9 am-4 pm. More flexibility for Yukoners seeking non-urgent care.