news-nouvelles

September 12, 2025

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Federal government invests in flood resilience measures for the Village of Carmacks and Little Salmon/Carmacks First Nation

News release Carmacks, Yukon, September 11, 2025 — The Village of Carmacks and Little Salmon/Carmacks First Nation (LS/CFN) will see the creation of permanent flood mitigation measures within the community of Carmacks after an investment of more than $38.4 million from the federal government. The Government of Yukon is providing project management services. Located at the confluence of […]

September 12, 2025

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Minister Chartrand announces investments in Francophone organizations to drive economic growth and opportunity in the North

News release Up to $1.05 million in targeted funding aimed at attracting workers, developing key sectors, and expanding access to education and services for French-speakers in the territories. September 11, 2025 – Whitehorse, Yukon – Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) Today, the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian […]

September 11, 2025

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Government of Canada supports Indigenous-led sport opportunities across Yukon

News release WHITEHORSE, September 8, 2025 The Government of Canada is committed to supporting First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities in building strong and healthy communities across the country. The transformative power of sport is key to achieving this goal. Today, the Honourable Adam van Koeverden, Secretary of State (Sport), highlighted an investment of $853,000 […]

September 5, 2025

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Investing across Canada to build safe and strong communities

Whitehorse, Yukon, September 5, 2025 — The Government of Canada is delivering over $18.7 million to the Yukon this year to create communities that are stronger and more connected. The Government of Yukon administers this funding and creates agreements with communities and First Nation governments to best support their infrastructure needs. Communities can only grow to support more […]

August 14, 2025

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Improved water treatment services coming to Mount Lorne

Mount Lorne, Yukon, August 11, 2025 — Enhanced water treatment services are coming to Mount Lorne after an investment of more than $3.6 million from the Government of Canada. Funding will support the design and construction of a new water treatment plant and secondary infrastructure, which will produce potable water to address the current needs and the future […]

August 13, 2025

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Governments of Canada and Yukon invest $63.9 million in new Dawson City Recreation Centre

Dawson, Yukon, August 7, 2025 — Construction will soon be underway for a new community recreational space in Dawson, after a combined investment of $63.9 million from the federal and territorial governments. The new Dawson City Recreation Centre will provide modern, safe, and accessible amenities for residents and visitors alike. Located on the southeast corner of Dome Road […]

August 13, 2025

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Have Your Say on Budget 2025 — I Want to Hear from You

Dear Yukoners, This summer, I had the privilege of visiting communities across the Yukon—meeting you at markets, festivals, and local gatherings. Whether over coffee or around a campfire, we talked about what matters most: the cost of living, healthcare, infrastructure, and the opportunities that clean energy and a strong economy bring to the North. As […]

July 17, 2025

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A Letter to Anita Anand Minister of Foreign Affairs

Dear Minister Anand, Congratulations on your recently appointed role as Minister of Foreign Affairs. I am writing to you in this role for the first time, and I look forward to working with you in this capacity. As the Member of Parliament for the Yukon, I am deeply engaged with the concerns of Yukoners, and […]

July 3, 2025

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Strengthening southern Yukon communities against wildfire exposure

From: Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada News release Whitehorse, Yukon, July 3, 2025 — Communities in southern Yukon will reduce their wildfire risk after a combined investment of more than $17 million from the federal and Yukon governments. The funding was announced by Dr. Brendan Hanley, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Member of […]

July 3, 2025

3 min read

Federal and territorial governments invest in expansion to transit fleet in Whitehorse

WHITEHORSE, YT, July 3, 2025 /CNW/ – The City of Whitehorse will improve their transit system thanks to a combined investment of over $7.8 million from the federal and territorial governments. Ten 40-foot fully accessible buses will be added to the existing fleet in Whitehorse between 2026 and 2028. The City’s current fleet consists of 15 low-floor accessible buses that were purchased between […]