Yukon News Releases
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Financial Advisory Panel to meet with Yukoners across the territory
Finance Minister Sandy Silver announced the start of the engagement process around Yukon's financial future.
Government of Yukon wants your input on carbon price rebate
Share your input on how the Yukon government can best develop a rebate that will return revenues from the federal carbon price to Yukoners and local businesses.
Minister Silver announces financial advisory panel for Yukon
Finance Minister Sandy Silver today announced the development of an independent Yukon panel that will advise the Government of Yukon on options that will help it return to a healthy financial position.
Minister Silver announces changes to corporate and tobacco tax rates
Changes to the corporate tax rates support employers’ investments in marketing, training, and innovation to create more employment opportunities for Yukoners. Changes to tobacco products are aimed at reducing the consumption of tobacco products.
Minister Silver delivers budget that improves life for Yukoners, puts focus on evidence and results
Premier and Finance Minister Sandy Silver today delivered a 2017-18 budget that will create the conditions for making life better for Yukoners.
Government of Yukon issues special warrant to meet financial commitments
The Government of Yukon has issued a special warrant to ensure government programs and functions continue to operate while the 2017-18 budget is debated during the spring legislative sitting.
A statement from Premier Sandy Silver on the 2017 federal budget
Premier and Minister of Finance Sandy Silver issued a statement in response to the Government of Canada's 2017 budget.
Statement on the release of Office of the Auditor General of Canada reports
The Government of Yukon has responded to the Office of the Auditor General of Canada's reports.
Government of Yukon issues special warrant to meet financial commitments until 2017–18 budget
The Government of Yukon has issued a special warrant in order to ensure Yukon priorities and commitments continue to be met until the tabling of the 2017–18 budget during the spring legislative session
Territories reach new health care agreement with Canada
Northern premiers have reached an agreement with the federal government to increase health-care funding.
Global rating agency affirms Yukon's AA credit rating
Yukon has the third highest rating in the country.
Government of Yukon seeking feedback on long-term financial priorities of Yukoners
Finance Minister Sandy Silver announced the start of the engagement process around Yukon's financial future.
Premier advocates for Yukon before Senate Committee
The premier spoke out against federal cuts to Territorial Formula Financing
Yukon tables Income Tax Act amendment to address federal budget impacts
The changes will ensure Yukon families can still enjoy tax credits for children’s fitness and art activities.
2016/17 budget sets Yukon on the course for prosperity
The Yukon government’s 2016/17 budget totals $1.392 billion.
Government of Yukon 2016/17 budget still affected by Government of Canada cuts
Government of Canada has partially restored the $23 million funding shortfall.
Public accounts demonstrate strong financial management
Public accounts show annual surplus of $95 million and accumulated surplus of $1.7 billion.
Yukon gets AA rating from global rating agency
Strengths highlighted in the report include very low debt levels, exceptional liquidity and good financial management.
New deputy minister for Finance announced
Premier appoints Katherine White as deputy minister for the Department of Finance.
Changes to the Income Tax Act mean savings for Yukon taxpayers
Changes to the tax act will positively affect Yukoners’ pockets.
