Yukoners can book COVID-19, flu and RSV vaccines. Protect yourself and your family this respiratory illness season. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/vacc...

Yukoners can continue to access essential services and payments during the Canada Post strike, including health care cards, social supports and home care updates. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...

It’s Fire Prevention Week! This year's campaign theme is Charge into Fire Safety™: Lithium-Ion Batteries in Your Home. You can take simple steps to keep yourself and your loved ones safe from fires at home. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/fire... Photo credit: National Fire Protection Association.

The general election will be held on Monday, November 3, 2025. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gene... Photo credit: Government of Yukon.

The Government of Yukon has purchased 408 Wood Street to provide housing for physicians, supporting recruitment in the health system. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/yuko...

New report: Yukon-BC transmission line️ would power up to: • $7.6 billion per year in clean growth. • 36,000 long-term jobs • 9 million tonnes of greenhouse gas avoided per year • 6 communities off diesel Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/yuko...

Watson Lake 10-plex to welcome first residents and support community wellness. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/wats...

Yesterday, Premier Pemberton spoke with Prime Minister Carney about the needs and priorities of Yukoners. The discussion focused on critical issues such as infrastructure, the rising cost of electricity and the importance of building solutions that keep life affordable.

The Government of Yukon is helping Yukoners to pay electricity bills through the new Winter Electrical Affordability Rebate. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/wint...

Premier Mike Pemberton has issued a statement on the Royal Canadian Navy’s visit to the Yukon. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...

Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in and the Government of Yukon signed a renewed Section 17.7 Education Agreement to strengthen co-governance of education in the Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in Traditional Territory. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/tron...

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Minister of Health and Social Services Tracy-Anne McPhee calls on Yukoners to take advantage of free cancer screening programs for breast, colorectal and cervical cancers. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...

Today is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Let us stand united in support of the Survivors, families, individuals and communities who are deeply impacted by the legacy of residential schools. Take time to learn, grieve, heal and connect with community as you mark this important day.

Premier Pemberton released a statement on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Tuesday, September 30. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...

Due to the Canada Post strike, @yukongov.bsky.social has steps to ensure essential cheques & payments continue. Direct deposits aren’t affected. For cheque pickup or assistance, contact your department or our info line. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...

The Yukon is strengthening environmental protection with a new Contaminants Regulation. Modern cleanup standards, clearer rules and improved transparency and efficiency will improve environmental protection for the Yukon’s land, water and communities. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...

The Government of Yukon has completed 44 serviced residential lots in Haines Junction. Watch for the lot release announcement in the coming months. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/fort...

Every Yukoner deserves access to safe, compassionate care. See the Sexualized Assault Response Team’s Expansion Action Plan to learn how services are growing across our communities. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/new-...

Recreation, active living and awards celebrated at annual recreation gathering. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/recr...

Statement from Energy, Mines and Resources Minister Streicker on the Government of Yukon’s response to the recommendations of the Eagle Gold Mine Independent Review Board. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...

The Government of Yukon provides an update on remediation of Victoria Gold’s Eagle Gold Mine. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...

Indigenous Book Club marks seventh season of bringing the country’s best writers to the Yukon. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/indi...

Premier Mike Pemberton has issued a statement on U.S. Consul General Crowley’s visit to the Yukon. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...

Sport and recreation infrastructure inventory created. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...

The 2024 Report on the Yukon’s Substance Use Health Emergency Strategy is now available. It tracks 14 initial actions, from longer hours at the supervised consumption site to the new managed alcohol program. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/repo...

The Government of Yukon recognized over 50 apprentices who achieved excellence in apprenticeship and nearly 40 journeypersons who received certificates of qualification in a trade in 2024–25. Learn more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...

Minister McPhee joins Yukoners in observing World Alzheimer’s Day, emphasizing early detection, reducing stigma and available supports. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...

Yukon government and First Nations leaders met today to finalize a new advisory committee for 405 Alexander. A new agreement with Connective reflects improved oversight, stronger supports and a commitment to collaborative service delivery. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/yuko...

The Government of Yukon and the Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce announce the Arctic Summit 2026: Securing Sovereignty and Investment. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/part...

Premier Pemberton and Minister Mostyn have issued a statement on infrastructure investments across the Yukon. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...

The governments of Canada and Yukon invest more than $25.6 million in water, roads, utilities and recreation. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...

Government of Yukon and Northern Community Land Trust Society sign Statutory Covenant Agreement. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove... Photo credit: Northern Community Land Trust Society

Exciting upgrades are coming to Pine Lake campground. Starting this fall, we’re improving your camping experience with new campsites, a group campsite and new tenting sites. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/upgr... #yukonparks

39 volunteers from across Canada participated in the 2025 Rugged Apprentices program, where they helped to improve Yukon community infrastructure and tourism attractions in Burwash Landing, Carmacks, Dawson and Teslin. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/rugg... Photo credit: Oliver Hilbert

Premier Pemberton meets with UK Consul General Tom Codrington. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat... Photo credit: Government of Yukon

Premier Mike Pemberton has issued a statement on the passing of Ione Christensen. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...

The Government of Yukon introduces user fees for all government-owned electric vehicle chargers. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/user...

Congratulations Kluane First Nation on the official launch of their Lhu'ààn Mân N'tsi wind project. This modern wind turbine system will provide clean, renewable energy to Burwash Landing and Destruction Bay for years to come. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...

The Government of Yukon has taken a major step in its financial maturity, completing a $200 million bond issuance. This initiative helps ensure continued investments in critical infrastructure and services. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/gove...

The nine new works added to the Yukon Permanent Art Collection are now on display in the Community Gallery at the Yukon Arts Centre until November 14, 2025. Works from the exhibition can also be viewed at foypac.ca/collection-c... Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/exhi...

Premier Pemberton has issued a statement in response to the federal government’s major project announcements. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...

Yukoner named to federal Indigenous Advisory Council to advise on major projects. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...

The Government of Canada invests $38.74 million in flood resilience measures for the Village of Carmacks and Little Salmon/Carmacks First Nation. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/fede...

Mayo’s new community wildfire protection plan has been finalized by the Government of Yukon, the Village of Mayo, and the First Nation of Na-Cho Nyäk Dun. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/mayo...

Maintenance work has started on the east stormwater pond in Whistle Bend. Work will continue into the end of September. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/main...

The Government of Yukon shared a back-to-school update about drinking water, including new signs in Yukon schools. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/back...

The Gwich’in Tribal Council, the First Nation of Na-Cho Nyäk Dun, the Government of Yukon and Canada have agreed to move forward on a proposed national park in the Teetł’it Gwinjik (Peel River) Watershed. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/part...

Today is World Suicide Prevention Day. The theme "Changing the Narrative on Suicide" reminds us that connection and care can save lives. Supports are available 24/7, including 9‑8‑8. Let’s create a stronger and caring Yukon. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/stat...

Feedback from the April 10, 2025, open house on ÉWES replacement is now available in the new summary of public feedback report to help guide the school’s planning and design. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/summ...

Every Student, Every Day Society, in partnership with the Government of Yukon, awards $200,000 in funding to 22 student attendance projects for the 2025-26 school year. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/yuko...