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Agreement reached for sale of Eagle Gold Mine
The court-appointed Receiver for Victoria Gold Corp. has reached an agreement for the sale of the Eagle Gold Mine to Boroo Pte. Ltd.
Statement from Minister Laking on affordability challenges and the need for federal support on energy projects
Statement from Minister of Energy, Mines and Resources Ted Laking on House of Commons’ Standing Committee on Indigenous and Northern Affairs.
Government of Yukon partners with Wounded Warriors Canada to support emergency responders and their families
The new partnership will provide specialized mental health, resilience and support services to staff from the Emergency Measures Organization, Emergency Medical Services and Wildland Fire Management.
Government of Yukon receives increased borrowing limit
The Yukon government’s increased borrowing limit provides flexibility while responsible debt management remains the government’s focus.
Statement from Premier Dixon on the fire at CFB Wainwright
The Yukon joins Canadians in mourning the lives lost in the tragic fire at CFB Wainwright.
Yukon government invests in safer, more reliable transportation infrastructure
The Government of Yukon is investing in highways, bridges and aviation infrastructure across the territory as part of the 2027–28 Fall Capital Budget.
Yukon government provides certainty for industry with early capital funding approval
The Interim Capital Appropriation Act, 2027–28 has received assent, giving Yukon businesses and contractors more certainty and time to prepare for the 2027 construction season.
Yukon government expands timber harvesting opportunities and speeds up permitting
The Government of Yukon has approved two new timber harvest opportunities to improve access to Yukon harvesters.
Yukon government supports early Whitehorse General Hospital expansion work
Proposed funding would support early work required for the Whitehorse General Hospital expansion as planning and preparation continue.
Maintenance work begins for Whistle Bend north stormwater pond
Maintenance work begins for Whitehorse’s Whistle Bend north stormwater pond and will be completed in approximately four weeks.
Date modified: 2026-05-27