From: Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada News release Whitehorse, Yukon, May 21, 2026 — Building a strong Canada starts with investing in the infrastructure that people and…
From: Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency News release May 15, 2026 – Iqaluit, Nunavut – Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) Innovation is essential to building resilient,…
From: Public Services and Procurement Canada News release May 13, 2026 - Fort Nelson, British Columbia The Government of Canada is taking action to rehabilitate the…
May 11, 2026 Whitehorse, Yukon Employment and Social Development Canada The global trade…
April 7, 2026 North Vancouver, British Columbia - Wild Pacific salmon are central to the cultural, social, and economic fabric of British Columbia and Yukon. They…
April 21, 2026 – Whitehorse, Yukon – Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) The Yukon’s food system is shaped by unique northern challenges, but also by strong communities,…
From: Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada Backgrounder The Build Communities Strong Fund (BCSF) will deliver $51 billion over 10 years, starting in 2026-27, and $3 billion…
News release WHITEHORSE, March 13, 2026 The arts and culture sector plays a vital role in strengthening social cohesion and in shaping vibrant, inclusive and…
WHITEHORSE, March 6, 2026 With just two days until the start of the 2026 Arctic Winter Games, the Government of Canada is highlighting its $2,665,000…
February 23, 2026 – Whitehorse, Yukon – Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) This is a joint news release between the Government of Canada and the Council of…
From: Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency Backgrounder February 6, 2026 – Yellowknife, Northwest Territories – Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor) This information adds to the news release issued on February 6 Minister Chartrand…
Festivals shine a light on culture, celebrate diversity, and bring people together Today, Brendan Hanley, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs,…
The Government of Yukon is expanding access to healthy food in the territory’s schools. As announced on April 1, 2024, the Government of Canada is…
Canada is facing a shortage of health professionals, particularly in rural and remote communities that face unique challenges in attracting and retaining health care workers.…
From: Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada News release Teslin, Yukon, November 28, 2025 — The federal government is investing over $2.4 million in two Yukon communities to improve flood…
Canada faces a rapidly changing and increasingly uncertain world, causing major disruption and upheaval for Canadians. Budget 2025 will enable $1 trillion in total investments…
From: Fisheries and Oceans Canada News release October 20, 2025 Vancouver, BC - From October 13-17, 2025, the Honourable Joanne Thompson, Minister of Fisheries, participated in multi-day…
From: Health Canada Backgrounder September 2025 The following projects aim to improve access to sexual and reproductive health services across Canada and are funded under the Sexual…
From: Canadian Heritage News release WHITEHORSE, September 29, 2025 Our two official languages are at the heart of Canadian identity. They make us unique, unite us,…
From: Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency News release Over $1.5 million for attracting visitors, creating new signature events, small infrastructure upgrades and more in the North…
From: Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada News release Faro, Yukon, September 17, 2025 — Improvements to water and recreational services are coming to four communities after a combined investment…
News release The S.S. Klondike commemorates inland water transportation in the Yukon and is an iconic symbol of Whitehorse September 16, 2025 Whitehorse, Yukon …
From: Parks Canada News release The Gwich’in Tribal Council, the First Nation of Na-Cho Nyäk Dun, the Government of Yukon and Parks Canada, are moving ahead…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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.…
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Please read our statement, and stay informed. Visit the Government of Canada’s website for trusted vaccine information: https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/immunization-vaccines.html -- Lisez notre déclaration et restez informés.…
The Government of Yukon-administered Canada Community-Building Fund (CCBF) has supported over $9.4 million worth of infrastructure projects across the Yukon since December 2024. The CCBF…
$19.8 million CIB enabling infrastructure loan supports needed housing units Accelerates enabling infrastructure to unlock more than 380 housing units Acts as a model for future KDFN and…
his is joint news release between the Government of Canada and the Government of Yukon. Investing in green energy infrastructure is vital to building cleaner…
From: Natural Resources Canada On March 20, 2025, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, the Honourable Terry Duguid, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Member of…
News release March 20, 2025 Ottawa, Ontario Natural Resources Canada Across the country, the…
News release March 13, 2025 Whitehorse, Yukon Natural Resources Canada Today, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, the Honourable…
Agreement will improve access and affordability of drugs for rare diseases March 13, 2025 | Whitehorse, Yukon | Health Canada In Canada, one in 12…
Whitehorse, Yukon, March 12, 2025 — The governments of Canada and Yukon have finalized a 10-year agreement under the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund (CHIF). Through this…
Faro, Yukon, March 12, 2025 To make progress towards solving the housing crisis we need to build more homes at prices that Canadians can afford,…
March 10, 2025 | Old Crow, Yukon | Health Canada The illegal toxic drug supply and overdose crisis are having tragic…
News release March 10, 2025 Whitehorse, Yukon Employment and Social Development Canada No child…
Backgrounder March 7, 2025 – Haines Junction, Yukon – Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency The following information is in addition to the MP Hanley announces over $1 million…
Canadians deserve to age with dignity. That comes down to choice, to affordability, to inclusion, and to community. The New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP)…
March 7, 2025 – Whitehorse, Yukon – Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency Access to healthy food is essential for community well-being and economic growth. That…
WHITEHORSE, February 24, 2025 Supporting official language minority communities is vital in promoting linguistic diversity and cultural vitality while ensuring people have access to important…
This is a joint news release between the Government of Canada, Kluane First Nation and the Government of Yukon. The Government of Canada, the Government…
Strengthening the climate resilience of essential infrastructure in northern and remote communities is crucial to building robust, sustainable northern economies. Today, Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member…
Whitehorse, Yukon, February 20, 2025 — By working closely with its partners across Canada, the federal government is ensuring that more Canadians will be able to live…
The governments of Canada and Yukon, along with the City of Whitehorse and Da Daghay Development Corporation (DDDC) announced more than $37 million in funding to…
Whitehorse, Yukon, February 18, 2025 — A new building for Biathlon Yukon is coming thanks to a joint investment of more than $2.9 million from the federal and…
Whitehorse, Yukon, February 18, 2025 —Yesterday, the governments of Canada and the Yukon announced that an agreement to support people living without homes has been signed…
WHITEHORSE – The Council of Yukon First Nations (CYFN) is proud to announce the grand opening of the Family Preservation Wellness Centre, the first Yukon…
Canadians deserve to age with dignity. That comes down to choice, affordability, inclusion, and community. The New Horizons for Seniors Program creates those opportunities for…
February 8, 2025 — Teslin, Yukon — Joint Announcement of the Teslin Tlingit Council, Government of Yukon, and Government of Canada Today, the Teslin Tlingit…
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News release January 27, 2025 — Whitehorse, Yukon — Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency This is a joint news release between the Government of Canada and the…
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A new heritage complex for the Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in will provide an important space for cultural conservation and knowledge sharing after a joint investment of over $25.6…
Yukon residents know how to live with Arctic outdoor temperatures, but indoors they need good heating systems to live comfortably and affordably in extreme weather.…
Women in northern and remote communities face complex challenges that intersect with race, gender, geography, and sexual orientation. Limited access to healthcare, social supports, and…
December 6, 2024 — Watson Lake, Yukon Territory — Indigenous Services Canada and Liard First Nation Liard First Nation and Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) are…
WATSON LAKE, YT, Dec. 6, 2024 /CNW/ - Members of Liard First Nation will soon move into their new homes with the completion of 15 new affordable homes in…
The Memorandum of Understanding confirms a shared commitment to assess the feasibility of establishing a co-managed protected area in the Yukon December 6, 2024 …
Government of Canada and NACCA working together to enhance key tourism experiences in Indigenous communities December 5, 2024 – Ottawa, Ontario Investing in Indigenous tourism supports…
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…
Today, the Honourable Bill Blair, Minister of National Defence, and the Honourable Ranj Pillai, the Yukon Premier, signed a letter of intent for the Royal…
Today, Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for Yukon, announced that the Government of Canada is investing $4 million in Yukon through the Gun and Gang…
November 28, 2024 – Whitehorse, Yukon – Department of Justice Canada Canadians expect to live in a society where the criminal justice system is fair,…
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Whitehorse, Yukon, November 26, 2024 —The federal government has transferred $9 million to Yukon under the Canada Community-Building Fund (CCBF) for the first payment of the 2024-2025…
Whitehorse, Yukon, November 25, 2024 Prospective homeowners in Whitehorse will have the opportunity to purchase permanently affordable homes thanks to Project 1096 in the Whistle Bend…
Whitehorse, Yukon, November 25, 2024 — The federal and territorial governments are investing more than $4.1 million in the planning and design for a new recreation centre in Dawson City…
Strong economies in the North rely on infrastructure development, environmental sustainability and public safety. Addressing priorities such as sovereignty, defense, infrastructure and environmental stewardship is…
The Canada Summer Jobs program provides excellent opportunities for youth in our territory. Starting November 19th, 2024; employers in Yukon can begin applying for funding…
November 19, 2024 - Ottawa, Ontario - Public Services and Procurement Canada Everyone deserves a place to call home. However, for many across the country,…
Surrey, British Columbia, November, 12, 2024 – The federal government is partnering with two organizations to support Veterans experiencing or at imminent risk of homelessness in…
News release November 1, 2024 — Whitehorse, Yukon — Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency There is ample economic opportunity across the Yukon, the Northwest Territories,…
Dear Prime Minister Trudeau and Minister Joly, I am writing today to express my deep concern about the rapidly deteriorating situation in the Middle East…
News release October 30, 2024 — Dawson City, Yukon — Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency Small businesses across the North are providing unique high-quality products…
I have the honour to present in both official languages, the Seventeenth Report of the Standing Committee on Fisheries and Oceans entitled “Challenges to the…
On this day last year, we witnessed a horrific terror attack by Hamas on Israel, resulting in the tragic loss of 1,200 lives, including eight…
News release October 1, 2024—Ottawa— The federal government is committed to supporting critical sectors in regional economies while providing skilled workers with clear pathways to…
News release September 27, 2024 — Iqaluit, Nunavut — Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency The North, with its distinct characteristics, draws both Canadians and international…
OTTAWA, September 27, 2024 In Canada, every person should have access to health services where and when they need them, in the official language of…
News release Whitehorse, Yukon, September 26, 2024 — The governments of Canada and the Yukon have signed a new 10-year agreement for the Canada Community-Building Fund (CCBF) to…
In the Southern Tutchone language of Kluane First Nation, Kêts’ádań Kų̀ [Kay-et-zah Dun-COO] means “house of learning”. In the coming years, it will be the…
September 25, 2024 Arctic Backhoe Services has been awarded a $1.7 million contract for the demolition of the City’s Municipal Services Building, 4210 Fourth Avenue.…
News release Whitehorse, Yukon, September 25, 2024 — Every day commuting and travel will be improved on the Chilkoot Way route in Whitehorse after a joint…
From: Natural Resources Canada News Release September 21, 2024, Whitehorse, Yukon Natural Resources Canada Investments in critical minerals infrastructure are essential to…
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…
Protecting our infrastructure from climate change August 23, 2024 - Fort Nelson, British Columbia - Public Services and Procurement Canada Public Services and Procurement Canada…
Transfers support Parks Canada’s work towards sustainable preservation of heritage assets at Klondike National Historic Sites August 21, 2024 Dawson City, YT …
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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…
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…
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…
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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…
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…
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…
July 22, 2024 – I am proud to announce a pivotal step forward in addressing the housing crisis in the Yukon through more funding for…
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…
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…
I'm pleased to share CanNor’s investment of over $645,000, and this significant support to the growth of the Yukon’s screen media industry. This funding will…
Indigenous peoples have always been at the forefront of environmental stewardship, sustainable development, and the management of natural resources. By integrating Indigenous knowledge with western…
I am pleased to announce that the Government of Canada, on behalf of the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, PrairiesCan and CanNor, is…
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On June 24th, 2022, MP Brendan Hanley issued a statement regarding the vote on Bill C-21 - Official Statement - Bill C21
I spent a beautiful and moving May long weekend in Old Crow, joining them for one of their first community celebrations since the start of…
Government of Canada invests to support innovation in the Yukon - Canada.ca
News Release - Canada Celebrates Grand Opening of Rapid Housing in Watson Lake
New funding partnership adding wind-energy to the grid in the Yukon - Canada.ca
Federal gov't will be there to help in case of Yukon flooding, vows minister | CBC News Federal minister promises aid for Yukon if flooding…
On April 7, 2022, Minister Freeland tabled the 2022 Budget in the House of Commons. News Release - 2022 Federal Budget
As the Member of Parliament for Yukon, I was elected by my constituents to bring their voice to Ottawa and to help make life better…
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