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Whitehorse, Yukon, August 21, 2024 The federal government is investing more than $14 million to support improved energy efficiency for new supportive housing in Whitehorse through renovations and upgrades to The Hearth, located at 4051 4th Avenue, which was the former Coast High Country Inn. An additional $5 million has been provided to support innovative programing to assist residents […]

Whitehorse, Yukon, August 21, 2024 — There will be new transit service to connect communities in and around Dawson City and Watson Lake to Whitehorse  after a joint investment of more than $3.3 million from the federal government and First Kaska GP Ltd, the economic development corporation of the Liard First Nation. Announced by Member of Parliament Dr. […]

August 19, 2024  Congratulations to CanNor on its first 15 years of success in the North. Every day, I see the results of CanNor’s work on the ground. Through the expansion of local organizations and businesses, innovative projects and a diversified economy CanNor’s impact is consistent and strong. I look forward to seeing the impact […]

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August 2, 2024 – Whitehorse, Yukon – Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency The cultural industries are a cornerstone of the Yukon’s economy, driving employment and retail sales and enriching the territory’s cultural tourism landscape. They are also essential for community development and the preservation of cultural heritage. On behalf of the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister […]

Once again, Air North is showing that innovation and cooperation are key to a successful local airline industry. Congratulations to Joe Sparling and the entire team at Air North for helping to connect Yukoners to WestJet’s domestic and global network. Air North, Yukon’s Airline, announced the signing of an interline agreement with WestJet. The partnership […]

Air North is integral to the Yukon’s economy. They provide jobs, transport goods, and connect our communities to each other, and to the broader Canadian network, and also attract visitors to our beautiful territory. On behalf of Minister Dan Vandal and the Government of Canada, I am proud to announce a significant investment of $6 […]

July 22, 2024 – I am proud to announce a pivotal step forward in addressing the housing crisis in the Yukon through more funding for additional communities through the Housing Accelerator Fund (HAF). Through the HAF, we are investing over $7.2 million to remove barriers that have historically slowed housing development. The fund support bold […]

I am pleased to announce that the federal government has allocated over $13 million in funding through the Affordable Housing Fund (AHF), aimed at supporting the construction and repair of 274 affordable homes across communities across the Yukon. The announcement, held at 67A Jackson Street in Dakwäkäda (Haines Junction), signifies a significant step towards improving […]

I am pleased to announce a significant enhancement to the Canada Housing Benefit (CHB), specifically designed to provide essential housing supports for Survivors of Gender-Based Violence. The federal government is committing $5.24 million to this initiative, matched by the Yukon government, resulting in a total funding of $10.49 million over the next four years. I […]