Canada News Centre2026-08-18T14:10:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svghttps://www.canada.ca/en/institutes-health-research/news/2026/08/new-research-centre-to-address-indigenous-health-priorities-in-yukon.html

$2.4 million investment will strengthen Yukon First Nations-led health research, capacity and training throughout the territory

Canadian Institutes of Health Research2026-08-18T11:18:40-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/polar-knowledge/news/2026/06/polar-knowledge-canada-awards-180000-in-scholarships-awards-and-fellowships-to-support-early-career-northern-and-polar-researchers.html

Polar Knowledge Canada (POLAR) is proud to announce support for 10 exceptional students and early-career researchers through its annual scholarship, award and fellowship programs, totaling $180,000 in funding.

Polar Knowledge Canada2026-06-26T14:45:36-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2026/05/canada-and-yukon-partner-to-build-more-homes-and-essential-infrastructure-for-yukoners.html

Building a strong Canada starts with investing in the infrastructure that people and communities rely on every day. The Government of Canada and the Government of Yukon have entered into two agreements on a shared commitment to support housing and infrastructure for Yukoners. Together, these partnerships will deliver approximately $350 million in housing and infrastructure.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2026-05-21T14:10:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2026/05/infrastructure-and-housing-announcement-in-yukon.html

Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Gregor Robertson, Minister of Housing and Infrastructure and Minister responsible for Pacific Economic Development Canada, Dr. Brendan Hanley, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs, and Member of Parliament for the Yukon, the Honourable Cory Bellmore, Minister of Community Services, the Honourable Brad Cathers, Minister of Health and Social Services, and the Honourable Scott Kent, Minister of Education and Minister responsible for the Yukon Housing Corporation.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2026-05-20T16:39:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/04/the-government-of-canada-invests-over-12-million-to-grow-yukons-food-systems.html

Today, the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for CanNor, announced a contribution of up to $1,264,308 to improve food systems in the Yukon. The funds will support five projects that empower communities and businesses with the infrastructure and tools they need to prepare, safely store and distribute foods. This funding, delivered by CanNor, will create new opportunities for First Nations governments and communities, entrepreneurs, and other professionals in the food sector.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-04-21T15:18:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/04/backgrounder-cannor-invests-over-12-million-in-community-driven-food-projects.html

The Government of Canada is providing up to $1,264,308 for five projects aimed at developing local infrastructure and supports for food production, safe storage and distribution in the Yukon. These projects will create new opportunities for First Nations governments and communities, harvesters, and other professionals in the food sector.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-04-21T15:18:42-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2026/04/building-canada-strong-by-investing-in-the-whistle-bend-neighbourhood-active-transportation-connector-in-whitehorse.html

Building a strong Canada starts with investing in the infrastructure that makes it possible to increase housing supply and empower communities. In Budget 2025, the Government of Canada announced the new Build Communities Strong Fund, a key initiative to build the infrastructure that Canadians rely on every day.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2026-04-07T16:45:41-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2026/04/media-advisory-infrastructure-announcement-in-whitehorse.html

Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Dr. Brendan Hanley, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Member of Parliament for the Yukon, and His Worship Kirk Cameron, Mayor of the City of Whitehorse.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2026-04-04T15:30:24-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/02/the-government-of-canada-and-the-council-of-yukon-first-nations-announce-a-federal-investment-to-support-yukon-first-nations-work-in-arctic-security.html

In an increasingly uncertain geopolitical landscape, it is more important than ever that Arctic security efforts remain grounded in meaningful partnerships with northern First Nations, Métis and Inuit. Successful and lasting security in the North depends on strong communities, local capacity, and meaningful Indigenous partnerships.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-02-23T15:53:42-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2026/02/parliamentary-secretary-oliphant-to-attend-arctic-summit-in-yukon.html

The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, today announced that Robert Oliphant, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, will attend the 2026 Arctic Summit, in Whitehorse, Yukon, from February 23 to 24, 2026.

Global Affairs Canada2026-02-22T11:05:18-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/02/minister-chartrand-announces-over-23m-for-housing-construction-in-the-yukon.html

Today, the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for CanNor, announced more than $2.3 million toward three projects in the Yukon. This funding, delivered through CanNor, will help First Kaska Construction purchase new equipment to upgrade its home manufacturing facility. It will support the construction of NGC Builders’ new prefabrication facility. Finally, it will help RAB Energy, operating as Northerm Windows and Doors, expand commercial aluminum operations in Whitehorse.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-02-19T12:00:41-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/02/government-of-canada-announces-over-23m-to-support-yukon-housing-construction.html

This information adds to the news release issued on February 19 outlining CanNor’s support, the businesses and organizations that received funding, and their projects.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-02-19T12:00:34-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/02/yukon-first-nations-government-of-yukon-and-government-of-canada-leaders-meet-for-intergovernmental-forum.html

Today, Yukon First Nations and representatives from the governments of Yukon and Canada gathered on the Traditional Territories of Kwanlin Dün First Nation and Ta’an Kwäch’än Council for the Intergovernmental Forum.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-02-18T18:30:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/02/supporting-housing-construction-in-yukon-communities.html

The Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, along with Dr. Brendan Hanley, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Member of Parliament for the Yukon, will announce new funding to support housing construction in the Yukon.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-02-18T13:07:32-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2026/02/yukon-intergovernmental-forum.html

Please be advised that the Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, Ginette Lavack, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Indigenous Services, Government of Yukon Premier Currie Dixon, and Council of Yukon First Nations Grand Chief Math’ieya Alatini will attend the Yukon Intergovernmental Forum.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2026-02-17T15:15:58-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2026/02/responding-to-urgent-substance-use-and-addictions-needs-across-northern-and-western-canada.html

Today, the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Brendan Hanley, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs, on behalf of the Honourable Marjorie Michel, Minister of Health, announced more than $13 million from the Emergency Treatment Fund (ETF) and the Substance Use and Addictions Program (SUAP) for 23 projects across Northern and Western Canada.

Health Canada2026-02-17T14:20:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canada-water-agency/news/2026/02/protecting-the-mackenzie-river-the-canada-water-agency-invests-over-1-million-in-6-new-freshwater-projects.html

As the largest watershed in Canada, the Mackenzie River Basin spans five provinces and territories. It holds deep cultural and spiritual significance for many Indigenous communities. The river also plays a major economic role, supporting key sectors like agriculture, forestry, resource extraction, and hydroelectricity.

Canada Water Agency2026-02-12T11:09:17-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2026/02/minister-chartrand-announces-funding-for-yukon-led-solutions-to-build-local-capacity.html

Strengthening local capacity through new services and product innovation helps support jobs and foster economic stability for Yukoners, while responding to the unique realities of northern and remote conditions.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2026-02-04T13:00:25-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/statistics-canada/news/2026/02/2026-census-collection-begins-early-in-canadas-north.html

Statistics Canada is pleased to announce that collection for the 2026 Census of Population has begun in select communities in northern and remote areas of the country.

Statistics Canada2026-02-02T10:54:14-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/statistics-canada/news/2026/02/backgrounder-2026-census-collection-begins-in-canadas-north.html

In select northern and remote communities, collection begins early to ensure access to areas that are easier to reach in winter and to count populations that typically migrate out of their communities in the spring.

Statistics Canada2026-02-02T10:49:24-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2025/11/federal-government-invests-in-natural-infrastructure-enhancements-in-the-yukon.html

The federal government is investing over $1.8 million in two Yukon communities to improve flood mitigation infrastructure and create greener community spaces.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2025-11-28T11:00:48-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2025/10/mill-demolition-marks-progress-toward-mount-nansen-site-clean-up.html

The Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Jim Harrington, Project Director for the Mount Nansen Remediation Limited Partnership announced the tear down of the Mount Nansen Mine’s abandoned mill will begin this fall. Tearing down the mill site is a key step in making the area safe for people, wildlife, and the environment, and in addressing the mine’s environmental legacy.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2025-10-15T17:41:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2025/09/new-net-zero-ronald-mcdonald-house-in-vancouver-to-double-support-for-families-in-need.html

The Ronald McDonald House in Vancouver provides a place of comfort, healing, and a home away from home for kids and families across British Columbia and Yukon. A new facility for Ronald McDonald House BC & Yukon will increase capacity to accommodate more families, following an investment of up to $18.8 million from the federal government.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2025-09-29T14:15:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2025/09/governments-of-canada-and-the-yukon-sign-bilateral-agreement-on-minority-language-education-and-second-language-instruction.html

The Government of Canada is allocating more than $13.5 million to the Yukon to help the territory provide French as a minority language and French as a second language education, from preschool to the post-secondary level.

Canadian Heritage2025-09-29T13:00:55-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/news/2025/09/the-government-of-canada-will-announce-support-for-minority-language-education-and-second-language-instruction-in-the-yukon.html

The Government of Canada increases its support for minority-language education and second-language instruction through a new agreement with the Yukon

Canadian Heritage2025-09-26T11:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2025/09/backgrounder-governments-of-canada-and-yukon-invest-in-water-roads-utilities-and-recreation.html

The federal government is investing $19,205,400 through the Green Infrastructure Stream (GIS), the Rural and Northern Communities Infrastructure Stream (RNIS), and the Community, Culture and Recreation Infrastructure Stream (CCRIS) of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP) to support four water service and recreation projects across Yukon.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2025-09-17T13:00:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2025/09/governments-of-canada-and-yukon-invest-in-water-roads-utilities-and-recreation.html

Improvements to water and recreational services are coming to four communities after a combined investment of more than $25.6 million from the federal and territorial governments. The Government of Yukon is also providing project management services.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2025-09-17T13:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2025/09/government-of-canada-invests-over-14-million-in-conservation-and-remediation-at-the-ss-klondike-national-historic-site.html

The S.S. Klondike commemorates inland water transportation in the Yukon and is an iconic symbol of Whitehorse.

Parks Canada2025-09-16T12:05:49-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2025/09/minister-chartrand-announces-investments-in-francophone-organizations-to-drive-economic-growth-and-opportunity-in-the-north.html

The Honourable Rebecca Chartrand, Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency (CanNor), announced a contribution of up to $1.05 million to help maximize economic opportunities and support thriving French-language communities in the North.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2025-09-11T16:25:18-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2025/09/backgrounder-government-of-canada-invests-in-francophone-organizations-to-drive-economic-growth-and-opportunity-in-the-north.html

The Government of Canada, through CanNor, is providing up to $1.05 million in targeted funding to four projects aimed at attracting workers, developing key sectors, and expanding access to education and services for French-speakers in the Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2025-09-11T16:24:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2025/09/federal-government-invests-in-flood-resilience-measures-for-the-village-of-carmacks-and-little-salmoncarmacks-first-nation.html

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.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2025-09-11T14:51:25-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2025/09/investing-across-canada-to-build-safe-and-strong-communities0.html

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.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2025-09-05T14:15:38-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2025/09/backgrounder-investing-across-canada-to-build-safe-and-strong-communities.html

The Government of Canada is providing more than $18.7 million through the Canada Community-Building Fund for 23 recipients across Yukon in 2025-2026. These funds provide communities with stable and flexible funding for their infrastructure priorities across a wide range of categories. The funding enables local governments to plan for their current and future needs, improve housing supply, and create connected communities.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2025-09-05T14:15:04-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2025/09/media-advisory-infrastructure-announcement-in-whitehorse.html

Members of the media are invited to join an important announcement regarding community infrastructure across the Yukon with Dr. Brendan Hanley, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Member of Parliament for Yukon, the Honourable Mike Pemberton, Yukon Premier, and the Honourable Richard Mostyn, Yukon Minister of Community Services.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2025-09-04T14:00:20-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2025/08/improved-water-treatment-services-coming-to-mount-lorne.html

Enhanced water treatment services are coming to Mount Lorne after an investment of more than $3.6 million from the Government of Canada.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2025-08-11T13:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2025/08/governments-of-canada-and-yukon-invest-639-million-in-new-dawson-city-recreation-centre.html

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.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2025-08-07T14:00:59-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2025/07/community-values-and-sustainability-guide-new-governance-agreement-for-remediation-of-legacy-sites-near-carcross.html

Today, Carcross/Tagish First Nation (C/TFN) and the Government of Canada marked a major milestone with the signing of a new Governance Agreement to guide the remediation of three significant legacy sites: the former Arctic Gold and Silver Mill and Tailings site, the former Venus Mill and Tailings site and the remaining contamination of the Chooutla site.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2025-07-29T18:06:31-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2025/07/federal-and-territorial-governments-invest-in-expansion-to-transit-fleet-in-whitehorse.html

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.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2025-07-03T14:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2025/07/backgrounder-federal-government-invests-in-expansion-to-transit-fleet-in-whitehorse.html

The federal government is investing $5,894,443 through the Public Transit Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program to support three public transit projects in Whitehorse, Yukon.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2025-07-03T14:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2025/07/strengthening-southern-yukon-communities-against-wildfire-exposure.html

Communities in southern Yukon will reduce their wildfire risk after a combined investment of more than $17 million from the federal and Yukon governments.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2025-07-03T13:15:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2025/07/infrastructure-announcement-in-whitehorse.html

Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Dr. Brendan Hanley, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Member of Parliament for Yukon, the Honourable Rebecca Alty, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations, and Minister John Streicker, on behalf of Richard Mostyn, Minister of Community Services, Government of Yukon.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2025-07-02T13:10:52-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2025/06/the-federal-government-invests-in-indigenous-led-solar-initiative-in-watson-lake.html

Investing in green energy infrastructure is vital to building cleaner and more sustainable northern communities. With a joint investment of more than $28.6 million from the federal government, the Government of Yukon and First Kaska Utilities LP, the Sādę Solar Initiative project will significantly reduce diesel use for power generation in Watson Lake.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2025-06-17T12:01:06-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2025/03/canada-and-yukon-announce-funding-to-build-a-new-convention-centre-in-whitehorse.html

Today, Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, who oversees the Regional Development Agencies, including CanNor, announced a funding commitment of $56.25 million for the construction of the Yukon Gathering Place, a new convention centre in Whitehorse. Yukon Premier Ranj Pillai also announced a contribution to the project.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2025-03-22T20:02:03-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2025/03/the-governments-of-canada-and-yukon-announce-funding-agreement-for-new-yukon-convention-centre.html

Media are invited to join Yukon Member of Parliament Brendan Hanley, Yukon Premier Ranj Pillai, Kwanlin Dün First Nation Chief Sean Uyenets'echᶖa Smith, Minister of Tourism and Culture John Streicker and Yukon Convention Bureau President Eddie Rideout for a joint funding announcement related to the Yukon Gathering Place, the proposed convention centre to be built on the Whitehorse waterfront.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2025-03-22T13:34:34-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2025/03/governments-of-canada-and-yukon-invest-over-111-million-to-enhance-water-services-in-mayo-and-whitehorse.html

The Village of Mayo and City of Whitehorse will see improvements to water service through two projects after a joint investment of more than $11.1 million from the federal and territorial governments.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2025-03-21T16:00:09-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2025/03/government-of-canada-signs-pharmacare-agreement-with-yukon-to-improve-universal-access-to-free-medications.html

Today, Member of Parliament Brendan Hanley, on behalf of the Honourable Kamal Khera, Canada’s Minister of Health, and the Honourable Tracy-Anne McPhee, Yukon’s Minister of Health and Social Services, announced the signing of a pharmacare agreement to invest up to $9.5 million over four years to provide universal access to contraceptive and diabetes medications for residents of Yukon. The funding from this agreement will also improve access to diabetes devices and supplies.

Health Canada2025-03-20T18:08:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/03/helping-canadian-workers-impacted-by-layoffs-reskill-and-find-work.html

Canada is home to a proud, adaptable and robust social safety net. The Government of Canada has worked with local and sectoral partners to implement measures that expand that net to support even more workers, keep more communities and towns resilient and bridge more impacted Canadians and their families to new opportunities.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-03-19T13:54:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2025/03/government-of-canada-signs-bilateral-agreement-with-yukon-for-drugs-for-rare-diseases.html

Today, the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health and the Honourable Tracy-Anne McPhee, Yukon’s Minister of Health and Social Services, announced a bilateral agreement investing over $8.5 million over three years to improve access to selected new drugs for rare disease and to support enhanced access to existing drugs, early diagnosis and screening.

Health Canada2025-03-13T17:55:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2025/03/the-governments-of-canada-and-yukon-finalize-a-ten-year-agreement-for-the-canada-housing-infrastructure-fund.html

The governments of Canada and Yukon have finalized a 10-year agreement under the Canada Housing Infrastructure Fund (CHIF).

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2025-03-12T17:30:46-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/03/more-healthy-meals-for-kids-in-the-yukon.html

No child should go to school hungry. And in the Yukon, where food prices are among the highest in the country, getting kids a full breakfast before they head out the door or packing school lunches is not always an easy task. That’s why school food programs are so important. They provide access to nutritious meals that can positively affect the health, well being, and overall success of kids in the classroom. They also save families hundreds of dollars in grocery bills.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-03-10T09:35:47-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2025/03/mp-hanley-announces-over-1-million-to-support-yukon-first-nation-tourism-and-cultural-industries.html

Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for CanNor, announced over $1 million to support three First Nation-owned projects in the Yukon. With this funding, these organizations will acquire and develop infrastructure to enhance business and cultural tourism opportunities and create space to train and support artisans as they build careers in the cultural industries.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2025-03-07T15:01:30-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2025/03/cannor-announces-over-1-million-to-support-yukon-first-nation-tourism-and-cultural-industries.html

Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for CanNor, announced over $1 million to support three Yukon First Nation-owned projects to enhance business and cultural tourism opportunities and create space to train and support artisans as they build careers in the cultural industries.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2025-03-07T15:01:14-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2025/03/mp-hanley-announces-over-16-million-investment-to-expand-local-food-systems-in-the-yukon.html

Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for CanNor, announced a contribution of over $1.6 million in five infrastructure projects to grow, preserve, prepare and supply food in the Yukon.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2025-03-07T12:33:13-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2025/03/cannor-announces-over-16-million-to-expand-local-food-systems-in-the-yukon.html

Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for CanNor, announced an investment of over $1.6 million in five infrastructure projects to grow, preserve and supply food in the Yukon.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2025-03-07T12:32:58-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2025/02/mp-hanley-announces-funding-for-climate-resiliency-upgrades-in-old-crow-yukon.html

Today, Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for CanNor, announced a contribution of up to $62,500 for the Old Crow Retail Cooperative Ltd. (Old Crow Co-op). This investment will help the Old Crow Co-op become more energy efficient and accessible to the local community.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2025-02-20T16:04:30-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2025/02/ensuring-long-term-predictable-public-transit-funding-for-whitehorse-with-over-23-million-through-the-canada-public-transit-fund.html

By working closely with its partners across Canada, the federal government is ensuring that more Canadians will be able to live near public transit, connecting them to jobs, services, and their communities.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2025-02-20T15:30:34-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2025/02/federal-government-invests-in-new-building-for-biathlon-yukon.html

A new building for Biathlon Yukon is coming thanks to a joint investment of more than $2.9 million from the federal and territorial governments.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2025-02-18T14:11:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2025/02/the-governments-of-canada-and-the-yukon-sign-an-agreement-to-address-unsheltered-homelessness.html

Yesterday, the governments of Canada and the Yukon announced that an agreement to support people living without homes has been signed as part of the Unsheltered Homelessness and Encampments Initiative (UHEI).

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2025-02-18T12:30:39-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2025/02/media-advisory-infrastructure-announcement-in-whitehorse.html

Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for Yukon and the Honourable Richard Mostyn, Minister of Community Services.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2025-02-17T18:20:26-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2025/02/media-advisory-housing-and-homelessness-funding-announcement-in-whitehorse.html

Members of the media are invited to an announcement on the Unsheltered Homelessness and Encampments Initiative with Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, the Honourable Tracy-Anne McPhee, Minister of Health and Social Services and Minister of Justice, and, speaking on behalf of the Yukon Housing Corporation, Minister John Streicker.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2025-02-14T19:04:17-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2025/02/government-of-canada-funds-14-projects-in-the-yukon-through-the-new-horizons-for-seniors-program.html

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 seniors to be more connected, supported and active members of their communities.

Employment and Social Development Canada2025-02-12T13:00:19-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2025/02/implementation-of-historic-agreement-takes-another-step-forward-with-agreement-on-funding-for-corrections-programs-and-community-services-rooted-in.html

Today, the Teslin Tlingit Council, the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs, and the Government of Yukon are proud to announce the signing of the Corrections and Community Services Amendment to the Teslin Tlingit Council Administration of Justice Agreement Implementation Plan.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2025-02-08T12:46:34-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2025/02/minister-anandasangaree-announces-pilot-projects-supporting-yukon-first-nations-studies-towards-a-greener-economy.html

Indigenous participation and Indigenous Knowledge will help to shape decisions on major resource and infrastructure development and strengthen the Yukon and Canadian economies.

Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2025-02-07T13:17:31-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2025/01/governments-of-canada-and-yukon-announce-funding-to-support-private-investment-in-yukon-businesses.html

Small- and medium-sized businesses are key drivers of innovation and opportunity in their communities.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2025-01-27T19:15:23-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2025/01/canada-and-yukon-to-announce-funding-to-advance-private-capital-investments-in-yukon-businesses.html

Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, Minister of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, and Yukon Premier and Minister of Economic Development Ranj Pillai will announce support for the Yukon Venture Angels to build a private capital ecosystem in the Yukon.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2025-01-24T16:00:07-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2024/12/new-heritage-complex-for-trondek-hwechin.html

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 million from the federal government and Tr’ondëk Hwëch’in.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2024-12-20T14:45:47-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2024/12/liard-first-nation-celebrates-opening-elders-housing-complex-in-watson-lake-strengthening-community-connections.html

Liard First Nation and Indigenous Services Canada (ISC) are proud to announce the completion and opening of the new Elders Housing Complex in Watson Lake, Yukon. This nine-unit facility will play a key role in addressing the housing needs of Liard First Nation Elders, providing them with a safe and independent living environment that honours their contributions to the Nation.

Indigenous Services Canada2024-12-06T16:00:32-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2024/12/elders-housing-complex--watson-lake.html

The Elders Housing Complex project in Watson Lake is the result of a collaborative effort between Liard First Nation, Indigenous Services Canada (ISC), and the Government of Yukon. This initiative aims to provide culturally appropriate housing for Elders, recognizing their essential role in preserving the knowledge and traditions of Liard First Nation.

Indigenous Services Canada2024-12-06T16:00:21-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/global-affairs/news/2024/12/ministers-joly-blair-and-vandal-to-launch-the-arctic-foreign-policy.html

Officials from Global Affairs Canada, the Department of National Defence and Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada will offer a technical briefing to media on Canada’s Arctic Foreign Policy.

Global Affairs Canada2024-12-05T14:17:32-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2024/11/the-government-of-canada-invests-4-million-to-help-stop-gun-violence-in-yukon.html

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 Violence Action Fund. This funding will support efforts by community organizations and law enforcement to combat gun violence and keep our communities safe.

Public Safety Canada2024-11-29T15:55:07-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2024/11/federal-government-transfers-9-million-through-the-canada-community-building-fund-to-yukon.html

The federal government has transferred $9 million to Yukon under the Canada Community-Building Fund (CCBF) for the first payment of the 2024-2025 fiscal year. This will help communities across the territory invest in their local infrastructure priorities.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2024-11-26T12:01:00-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2024/11/federal-government-invests-in-dawson-city-and-watson-lake-buildings.html

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 and upgrades to air ventilation systems in municipal buildings in Watson Lake.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2024-11-25T12:15:44-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2024/11/media-advisory-infrastructure-announcement-in-whitehorse.html

Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for Yukon, and the Honourable Richard Mostyn, Minister of Community Services.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2024-11-22T12:01:36-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2024/11/canada-and-yukon-announce-funding-to-address-arctic-security.html

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 key to safeguarding Canada’s Arctic interests while fostering a safe and sustainable future for Northerners.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2024-11-21T15:53:28-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2024/11/canada-and-yukon-to-announce-funding-for-arctic-and-northern-security.html

Whitehorse, Yukon, November 20, 2024 — Media are invited to attend a funding announcement supporting arctic and northern security.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2024-11-20T13:00:14-05:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2024/11/mp-hanley-announces-over-37-million-to-foster-indigenous-business-growth-and-sustainability-in-the-north.html

Today, Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor, announced that the Government of Canada is investing over $3.7 million in EntrepreNorth’s Northern Indigenous Entrepreneur Growth and Ecosystem Development Project.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2024-11-01T14:04:26-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2024/10/dr-brendan-hanley-mp-for-the-yukon-to-announce-funding-for-indigenous-entrepreneurs-across-the-north.html

Media are invited to attend a funding announcement supporting Indigenous entrepreneurs as they build their businesses and fuel community economic development across the North.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2024-10-31T15:02:32-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2024/10/mp-hanley-announces-federal-investment-supporting-skookumbrands-technology-adoption-to-increase-production-and-sales.html

Today, Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor, announced a federal investment of nearly $100,000 in Northern Garments Inc., a Dawson City-based small business widely known as SKOOKUMbrand.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2024-10-30T14:47:30-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2024/09/cannor-investment-of-over-800000-supports-seven-tourism-projects-across-the-north.html

The Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister of PrairiesCan and CanNor, announced that the Government of Canada is investing over $800,000 in strengthening tourism sectors across the North.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2024-09-27T13:09:10-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2024/09/minister-dan-vandal-announces-an-investment-of-over-800000-supporting-the-growth-of-the-tourism-industry-across-the-north.html

Today on World Tourism Day, the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs and Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor, announced that the Government of Canada is investing over $800,000 in strengthening tourism sectors across the North.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2024-09-27T13:09:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2024/09/governments-of-canada-and-yukon-announce-the-renewal-of-the-canada-community-building-fund-for-the-next-ten-years.html

The governments of Canada and the Yukon have signed a new 10-year agreement for the Canada Community-Building Fund (CCBF) to provide predictable, long-term, and stable funding to communities across the territory. Over the first five years, Yukon will receive $94.5 million, which will total over $200 million over the next ten years to address local infrastructure priorities.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2024-09-26T16:05:11-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2024/09/upgrades-to-chilkoot-way-route-in-whitehorse.html

Every day commuting and travel will be improved on the Chilkoot Way route in Whitehorse after a joint investment of $850,000 from the federal government and the City of Whitehorse.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2024-09-25T17:04:17-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2024/09/little-gold-creek-port-of-entry-to-close-for-the-season-on-september-15.html

The Little Gold Creek port of entry in the Yukon is scheduled to close for the season on September 15, at 7 p.m. Pacific Time.

Canada Border Services Agency2024-09-12T14:00:00-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2024/08/nichi-announces-yukon-recipients-of-funding-to-advance-critical-indigenous-housing-projects-in-urban-rural-and-northern-areas-and-address-urgent-an.html

Today, National Indigenous Collaborative Housing Incorporated (NICHI) in collaboration with Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for FedNor, Patty Hajdu announced the recipients of NICHI’s expression of need process to address the critical need for safe and affordable urban, rural and northern Indigenous housing projects in Yukon.

Indigenous Services Canada2024-08-29T18:20:56-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2024/08/government-of-canada-and-government-of-yukon-announce-property-transfers-of-the-former-territorial-courthouse-and-red-feather-saloon-lands-in-dawso.html

Transfers support Parks Canada’s work towards sustainable preservation of heritage assets at Klondike National Historic Sites.

Parks Canada2024-08-21T13:00:14-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/office-infrastructure/news/2024/08/media-advisory-infrastructure-announcement-in-whitehorse.html

Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for Yukon, Jasper Lamouelle, Chief Executive Officer, First Kaska, and Chief Stephen Charlie, First Kaska.

Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada2024-08-20T15:47:01-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2024/08/mp-hanley-announces-an-investment-supporting-yukon-first-nation-artists-to-build-capacity-and-bring-their-work-to-new-markets.html

Today, Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister of PrairiesCan and CanNor, announced that the Government of Canada is investing over $114,000 in the Northern Cultural Expressions Society (NCES).

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2024-08-02T16:08:45-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2024/07/mp-hanley-announces-investment-to-support-air-north-yukons-airline-in-renewing-its-fleet-and-expanding-its-infrastructure.html

Today, Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, and Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor, announced that the Government of Canada is investing $6 million in Air North, Yukon’s Airline to renew its fleet and expand its infrastructure.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2024-07-22T11:51:25-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2024/07/dr-brendan-hanley-mp-for-the-yukon-to-announce-funding-for-air-north-yukons-airline.html

Please be advised that Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, and Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor, will make a funding announcement to support Air North in renewing its fleet and expanding its infrastructure.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2024-07-19T13:08:16-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2024/07/mp-hanley-announces-an-investment-supporting-the-yukons-screen-based-media-industry.html

The Yukon’s screen media industry, including film, television and online media, brings significant benefits to people and communities in the territory, such as skilled employment, economic growth, cultural enrichment, and increased visibility on a national and global scale.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2024-07-03T13:00:54-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2024/07/dr-brendan-hanley-mp-for-the-yukon-to-announce-funding-to-support-the-yukons-screen-based-media-industry.html

Please be advised that Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, and Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor, will make a funding announcement regarding support for the Screen Production Yukon Association and Shot in the Dark Productions to build capacity and expand the Yukon’s screen media industry.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2024-07-02T14:49:57-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2024/06/cannor-investment-of-more-than-14-million-supports-ten-projects-across-nunavut-the-northwest-territories-and-the-yukon.html

Today, the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, PrairiesCan and CanNor, announced a federal investment of more than $1.4 million, delivered by CanNor, to support ten projects that will help Indigenous businesses and organizations across the territories expand their infrastructure and services.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2024-06-27T14:46:18-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2024/06/minister-vandal-announces-an-investment-supporting-indigenous-led-projects.html

Today, the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, PrairiesCan and CanNor, announced that the Government of Canada is investing more than $1.4 million in ten projects in Nunavut, the Northwest Territories and the Yukon.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2024-06-27T14:46:08-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2024/06/mp-hanley-announces-an-investment-supporting-the-diversification-and-growth-of-yukons-tourism-industry.html

CanNor’s investment of nearly $800,000 will support seven tourism projects in the Yukon to build new programs, expand infrastructure, improve accessibility, and invest in green energy solutions.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2024-06-26T12:20:12-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2024/06/cannor-investment-of-nearly-800000-supports-seven-tourism-projects-in-the-yukon.html

Today, Dr Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, PrairiesCan and CanNor, announced that the Government of Canada is investing nearly $800,000 in strengthening the Yukon tourism sector.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2024-06-26T12:20:05-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2024/06/dr-brendan-hanley-mp-for-the-yukon-to-announce-funding-to-support-the-yukons-tourism-industry.html

Please be advised that Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, and Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and CanNor, will make a funding announcement regarding support for the expansion and diversification of tourism experiences and services in the Yukon.

Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2024-06-25T14:42:27-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/office-infrastructure/news/2024/06/expansion-of-the-wastewater-collection-system-coming-to-watson-lake.html

The Town of Watson Lake will benefit from a new sewage lift station thanks to a combined investment of more than $5.1 million from the federal and territorial governments.

Infrastructure Canada2024-06-07T10:45:42-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/fisheries-oceans/news/2024/05/canada-and-alaska-sign-a-historic-agreement-to-protect-yukon-river-chinook-salmon.html

Salmon are an essential species for healthy Pacific ecosystems, and an important food source for Canadians and surrounding wildlife. The species is also of great cultural significance to Indigenous communities, and is essential for recreational and commercial fisheries, as well as tourism.

Fisheries and Oceans Canada2024-05-22T17:40:33-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2024/05/weather-conditions-delay-little-gold-creek-port-of-entry-opening.html

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is advising travellers that the Little Gold Creek port of entry is expected to open on May 19.

Canada Border Services Agency2024-05-16T19:06:28-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/05/building-more-child-care-spaces-for-families-in-the-yukon.html

Every child deserves the best start in life. But for young families, including Millennial and Gen Z parents, the costs of child care can add up to a second rent or mortgage payment. This makes it harder to start and support a family, and as a result, parents—especially moms—often face impossible choices between their careers and child care fees.

Employment and Social Development Canada2024-05-13T16:04:41-04:00