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Senior leadership updates in the Government of Yukon public service
Premier Ranj Pillai has made changes to the leadership positions in the departments of Energy, Mines and Resources, Health and Social Services, Finance.
Government of Yukon tables bill updating Public Service Act and Coroners Act
The proposed change to the hiring process for Yukon government employees will help remove barriers and support efforts to be an inclusive employer.
Indigenous employees recognized for public service excellence
Premier Sandy Silver presented Pat Joe with the Indigenous Employees Award of Honour and Norma Davignon with the Naats Tláa Award.
Leadership update for two Government of Yukon departments
New deputy minister for the Department of Finance and a term extension for the deputy minister of the Department of Justice.
Statement from Minister John Streicker on the Yukon government being recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers
The Government of Yukon is one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers for the 10th year in a row.
September 30 – National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
September 30, 2022 is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a federal statutory day in the Yukon.
Leadership changes in the Yukon government public service
New senior leaders appointed for the Public Service Commission, the Department of Energy, Mines and Resources, and the Department of Highways and Public Works.
Public servants recognized for outstanding achievements
At an awards ceremony yesterday, Premier Sandy Silver presented five public servants and four Government of Yukon teams with the 2022 Premier’s Award for Excellence and Innovation.
Indigenous hiring preference initiative extended
Indigenous hiring preference initiative has been extended to 2029.
Indigenous public servants recognized by Premier Sandy Silver in annual Indigenous Employees Award of Honour
Premier Sandy Silver recently presented Shelby Blackjack with the Indigenous Employees Award of Honour and Vera Bossenberry with the Naats Tláa Award.
