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Statement on the vaccine requirement for Government of Yukon employees
As of January 31, 2022, all Government of Yukon public servants, volunteers and contractors are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
Government of Yukon and Yukon Association of Education Professionals ratify new collective agreement
The Government of Yukon and the Yukon Association of Education Professionals have ratified a new three-year collective agreement. The new agreement is in place until June 30, 2024.
The Government of Yukon and the Yukon Association of Education Professionals reach tentative agreement
The Government of Yukon and the Yukon Association of Education Professionals reach a tentative agreement in collective bargaining.
Vaccination requirements for employment now in effect
The Government of Yukon is now requiring all public servants, volunteers and contractors to have their first dose of the COVID-19 vaccine as of today.
Leadership changes to Government of Yukon departments
New senior leaders have been appointed for the Department of Tourism and Culture, French Language Services Directorate and Women’s Directorate.
September 30 now a federal holiday for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
The Government of Yukon will mark September 30 as the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.
Leadership changes in Government of Yukon departments
New senior leaders appointed for the Public Service Commission, the Department of Environment, the Department of Energy, Mines and Resources, and the Yukon Liquor Corporation.
Indigenous employees recognized by Premier Sandy Silver
Premier Sandy Silver presented Morgane Pennycook with the Indigenous Employees Award of Honour and Darcy Dewhurst with the Naats Tláa Award.
Outstanding service recognized by Premier Sandy Silver
Premier Sandy Silver presented three individuals and three teams with the 2020 Premier’s Award of Excellence and Innovation for their creativity, leadership and collaboration.
Hiring preference initiative starting on October 1
An 18-month hiring preference pilot project for all Government of Yukon competitions will start on October 1.