August 30, 2024
NICHI announces Yukon recipients of funding to advance critical Indigenous housing projects in urban, rural and northern areas and address urgent and unmet needs
August, 29th, 2024 — Whitehorse (Kwanlin), Yukon on the traditional territories of the Kwanlin Dün First Nation and the Ta’an Kwäch’än Council — Indigenous Services Canada Today, National Indigenous Collaborative Housing Incorporated (NICHI) in collaboration with Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, Patty Hajdu announced the recipients of NICHI’s expression of need […]
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August 23, 2024
Government of Canada invests in culverts along Alaska Highway
Protecting our infrastructure from climate change August 23, 2024 – Fort Nelson, British Columbia – Public Services and Procurement Canada Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) is committed to protecting the safety of Canadians through ongoing investments and mitigating risks to our infrastructure as a result of climate change. Today, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister […]
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August 23, 2024
Government of Canada and Government of Yukon announce property transfers of the Former Territorial Courthouse and Red Feather Saloon lands in Dawson City, Yukon
Transfers support Parks Canada’s work towards sustainable preservation of heritage assets at Klondike National Historic Sites August 21, 2024 Dawson City, YT Parks Canada Parks Canada, in collaboration with partners, protects and presents national historic sites, national parks and national marine conservation […]
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August 23, 2024
Canada and Yukon Announce Major Investment to Purchase More Wildfire Equipment
August 21, 2024 Whitehorse, Yukon Natural Resources Canada […]
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August 23, 2024
Federal government supporting innovation and energy upgrades for affordable homes in Whitehorse
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 […]
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August 23, 2024
Federal government invests in new transit service to connect rural areas from Dawson City and Watson Lake to Whitehorse
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. […]
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August 23, 2024
CanNor marks 15 years of supporting innovation, sustainability and diversified economies across the North
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 21, 2024
Official Statement on Arms Embargo Now (August 2024)
Click here to view my Official Statement on Arms Embargo Now
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August 9, 2024
MP Hanley announces an investment supporting Yukon First Nation artists to build capacity and bring their work to new markets
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 […]
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August 9, 2024
Air North, Yukon’s Airline and WestJet announce new interline agreement, improving passenger experience and connectivity
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 […]
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