Yukon News Releases
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French First Language Secondary School name announced
A name for the new French First Language secondary school and community centre has been chosen.
The full name of the school and community centre will be Le Centre scolaire secondaire communautaire Paul-Émile Mercier in French or The Paul-Émile Mercier Secondary School Community Centre in English; CSSC Mercier for short.
Government of Yukon sets policing priorities for 2020–21
Minister of Justice Tracy-Anne McPhee has communicated policing priorities for 2020–21 to Yukon RCMP Chief Superintendent Scott Sheppard.
This year’s priorities focus on collaboration to:
Additional enforcement officers, information station for travellers will help protect Yukon from COVID-19
Starting Friday, May 15, a new roadside information station outside of Whitehorse will ensure travellers in transit through Yukon understand their mandated route through the territory and the restrictions in place under the Civil Emergency Measures Act (CEMA).
CEMA enforcement officers are now in place in Carmacks, Mayo, Dawson, Ross River, Faro, Haines Junction, Old Crow, Teslin and Watson Lake. RCMP remain available to support enforcement in all communities, and may issue fines or make arrests of those found violating the CEMA orders.
Yukon Forum focuses on COVID-19
Joint news release with the Council of Yukon First Nations and Yukon First Nations governments
Yukon’s Premier, Cabinet members, Council of Yukon First Nation’s Grand Chief and Yukon First Nations Chiefs met virtually today for the Yukon Forum.
The meeting focused on how the governments can work together to respond to and recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. Leaders discussed health and social supports, the economy, education, treaty rights, and Yukon’s comprehensive reopening strategy, which will be unveiled tomorrow.
Pharmacists to have new practice options during COVID-19 pandemic
The Government of Yukon has introduced temporary changes for pharmacists to ensure Yukoners can continue to safely access needed prescriptions during the COVID-19 pandemic. The changes will also support effective and efficient health care during this time.
Online meetings now supported for annual general meetings under the Civil Emergency Measures Act
Yukon’s societies, business corporations and cooperatives can now hold their official meetings online with electronic and teleconferencing technology.
Statement from Health and Social Services Minister Frost on the final report of health and social services comprehensive review
I am very happy to see the report produced by the Independent Expert Panel. The report, Putting People First, presents a bold approach that would position Yukon as a national leader in the health and social care delivery. It would move Yukon toward a more holistic and person centred system.
While there is still extensive analysis that must be done, I believe this is the right direction for our territory and I am very pleased to see such a progressive, modern approach to revitalizing health services in Yukon.
Final report of health and social services comprehensive review released
The final report on the comprehensive review of Yukon’s health and social programs and services is now complete and available to the public. An independent expert panel compiled the report following extensive public engagement. Putting People First outlines the panel’s findings, including 76 recommendations for the future of Yukon’s health and social systems.
Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health releases motor vehicle report
Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health has released a report called Motor Vehicles in Yukon: A Public Health Perspective. The aim of the report, which is based on detailed data from a range of sources, is to provide direction that will help to reduce motor vehicle collision injuries in Yukon.
The report includes seven key recommendations.
May 12, 2020: COVID-19 update
Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley has the following updates for the Yukon public on measures being taken in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 cases and recoveries
As of today, May 12, at 2 p.m. the case count remains at 11 cases of COVID-19 in the territory.
All of the 11 people who have contracted COVID-19 in Yukon have recovered. There are no active cases in the territory and 1,106 individuals have been tested.
New support will help tenants pay rent during COVID-19
Tenants and landlords who are affected by income losses during the COVID-19 pandemic will receive support from the Government of Yukon’s new COVID-19 Rent Assist program.
Tenants living in private non-subsidized market rental housing in Yukon who have lost 30 per cent or more of their income due to COVID-19 are eligible for a grant to help cover rent from April to June 2020. Eligible households can receive 50% of median market rent based on unit size using the Whitehorse median market rent:
Bears are awake: keep them wild and alive
Conservation officers are reminding the public that bears are out and now is the time to take precautions to keep you and your property are safe.
Yukoners are reminded to act responsible and remember that
Yukon launches non-medical COVID-19 information line
Yukoners will now find it easier to get non-medical COVID-19 information with the launch of a new, dedicated COVID-19 InfoLine. The InfoLine can provide Yukon specific information about travel and borders, self-isolation and physical distancing, enforcement, and the various social and economic supports for businesses and families.
May 8, 2020: COVID-19 update
Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley has the following updates for the Yukon public on measures being taken in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 cases and recoveries
As of today, May 8, at 2 p.m. the case count remains at 11 cases of COVID-19 in the territory.
All of the 11 people who have contracted COVID-19 in Yukon have recovered. There are no active cases in the territory and 1,075 individuals have been tested.
Drug use reminder issued in times of pandemic
The Yukon's Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley, and Yukon's Chief Coroner Heather Jones are cautioning Yukon residents around drug use after seven drug-related deaths since January 2020: three deaths in March and April are confirmed as fentanyl-related, while three deaths from January and February are still awaiting toxicology confirmation of drug content.
YESAB endorses Alaska Highway safety improvements
The Yukon Environmental and Socio-economic Assessment Board (YESAB) has recommended that the Alaska Highway Safety Improvement project be allowed to proceed as proposed. The Department of Highways and Public Works received the project evaluation report from YESAB on May 1, 2020.
May 5, 2020: Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health provides update on COVID-19
Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley has the following updates for the Yukon public on measures being taken in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 cases and recoveries
As of today, May 5, at 2 p.m. the case count remains at 11 cases of COVID-19 in the territory.
All of the 11 people who have contracted COVID-19 in Yukon have recovered. There are no active cases in the territory and 1,041 individuals have been tested.
New support available for Yukon’s aviation industry
Yukon’s aviation sector will receive $3.56 million in support to help compensate for lost revenues as a result of COVID-19.
The government will flow federal funding to aviation businesses to support critical and essential routes and the transportation of vital supplies. The $3.56 million in funding is Yukon’s portion of Government of Canada support announced on April 14.
New adult supervised residential program operated by John Howard Society
A new adult supervised residential program is operating in Whitehorse. The John Howard Society is now providing clients with continuous support and advocacy as they navigate potential obstacles in their reintegration, and assist them to establish positive community connections.
May 1, 2020: Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health provides update on COVID-19
Yukon’s Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Brendan Hanley has the following updates for the Yukon public on measures being taken in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 cases and recoveries
As of today, May 1, at 2 p.m. the case count remains at 11 cases of COVID-19 in the territory.
All of the 11 people who have contracted COVID-19 in Yukon have recovered. There are no active cases in the territory.
