YukonCanada News Centre2024-03-12T14:22:18-04:00https://www.canada.ca/en/news.htmlhttps://www.canada.ca/etc/designs/canada/wet-boew/assets/wmms-blk.svgGovernment of Canada signs agreements with Yukon delivering nearly $86 million to improve health carehttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2024/03/government-of-canada-signs-agreements-with-yukon-delivering-nearly-86-million-to-improve-health-care.htmlToday, the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health and the Honourable Tracy-Anne McPhee, Minister of Health and Social Services of the Yukon, announced three agreements to invest a total amount of nearly $86 million to improve health care access and services in the Yukon.Health Canada2024-03-12T00:35:36-04:00MP Hanley announces an investment supporting local economic development and business scale up for two Whitehorse-based businesseshttps://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2024/03/mp-hanley-announces-an-investment-supporting-local-economic-development-and-business-scale-up-for-two-whitehorse-based-businesses.htmlA strong Yukon economy needs vibrant and growing community businesses. Providing tailored support for entrepreneurs and business development helps small businesses innovate, grow and thrive.Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2024-03-07T13:00:14-05:00Thirty-three homes nearing completion in Yukon First Nationshttps://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2024/02/thirty-three-homes-nearing-completion-in-yukon-first-nations.htmlLiard First Nation, Ross River Dena Council, and the White River First Nation have constructed 33 new homes and refurbished an additional four homes with funding from Indigenous Services Canada.Indigenous Services Canada2024-02-23T15:49:18-05:00Housing announcement for Yukon First Nations communitieshttps://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2024/02/housing-announcement-for-yukon-first-nations-communities0.htmlPlease be advised that Chief Stephen Charlie of Liard First Nation, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, and Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for Yukon, will make a housing announcement for three Yukon First Nations communities.Indigenous Services Canada2024-02-23T13:18:45-05:00Government helping internationally educated health care professionals work in Yukonhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2024/02/government-helping-internationally-educated-health-care-professionals-work-in-yukon.htmlAcross Canada, Canadians are facing labour shortages and the demand for qualified workers continues to grow. Long wait times and difficulty finding a family physician are far too common for people across the country. That is why the Government of Canada is investing to speed up accreditation for internationally educated health professionals (IEHPs).Employment and Social Development Canada2024-02-20T12:31:30-05:00Canada Games Centre is receiving upgrades to continue serving Yukoners for years to comehttps://www.canada.ca/en/office-infrastructure/news/2024/01/canada-games-centre-is-receiving-upgrades-to-continue-serving-yukoners-for-years-to-come.htmlThe Canada Games Centre will be able to better serve 735,000 people a year through upgraded ventilation systems after a federal investment of more than $4.5 million through the COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program. The City of Whitehorse is also contributing $2,475,000 to the project.Infrastructure Canada2024-01-18T16:00:27-05:00Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Whitehorsehttps://www.canada.ca/en/office-infrastructure/news/2024/01/media-advisory-infrastructure-announcement-in-whitehorse.htmlMembers of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with:
• Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities
• The Honourable Nils Clarke, Minister of Highways and Public Works on behalf of the Honourable Richard Mostyn, Minister of Community Services
• Her Worship Laura Cabott, Mayor of WhitehorseInfrastructure Canada2024-01-17T16:08:13-05:00Funding announced for active transportation projects in two Yukon communitieshttps://www.canada.ca/en/office-infrastructure/news/2024/01/funding-announced-for-active-transportation-projects-in-two-yukon-communities.htmlWhitehorse, Yukon, January 10, 2024 — Active transportation projects will provide healthy and convenient travel options in Whitehorse and Watson Lake, after a combined investment of more than $14 million from the governments of Canada and Yukon and communities. Infrastructure Canada2024-01-10T14:34:56-05:00Backgrounder: Active transportation infrastructure improvements coming to communities in the Yukonhttps://www.canada.ca/en/office-infrastructure/news/2024/01/active-transportation-infrastructure-improvements-coming-to-communities-in-the-yukon.htmlThe federal government is investing $10,543,440 through the Active Transportation Fund to support four active transportation projects in Whitehorse and Watson Lake.Infrastructure Canada2024-01-10T14:34:38-05:00CanNor announces the Northern Food Innovation Challenge’s Phase 2 projectshttps://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2023/12/cannor-announces-the-northern-food-innovation-challenges-phase-2-projects.htmlFour participants will contribute their innovative solutions to improving food security across the territories.Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2023-12-18T12:02:36-05:00Northern Food Innovation Challenge Phase 2 participants announcedhttps://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2023/12/northern-food-innovation-challenge-phase-2-participants-announced.htmlThe Northern Food Innovation Challenge (NFIC) is an innovative approach to addressing socio-economic challenges in Canada’s North and Arctic, undertaken as part of CanNor’s Northern Isolated Community Initiatives (NICI) fund.Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2023-12-18T12:00:06-05:00Dr. Brendan Hanley to make an announcement on the next phase of the Northern Food Innovation Challengehttps://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2023/12/dr-brendan-hanley-to-make-an-announcement-on-the-next-phase-of-the-northern-food-innovation-challenge0.htmlPlease be advised that Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister for PrairiesCan and Minister for CanNor, will make an announcement regarding the next phase of project funding for the Northern Food Innovation Challenge.Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2023-12-18T10:00:21-05:00Dr. Brendan Hanley to make an announcement on the next phase of the Northern Food Innovation Challengehttps://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2023/12/dr-brendan-hanley-to-make-an-announcement-on-the-next-phase-of-the-northern-food-innovation-challenge.htmlPlease be advised that Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister for PrairiesCan and Minister for CanNor, will make an announcement regarding the next phase of project funding for the Northern Food Innovation Challenge.Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2023-12-15T11:29:12-05:00Minister Vandal announces an investment supporting the non-profit sector in the Yukonhttps://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2023/12/minister-vandal-announces-an-investment-supporting-the-non-profit-sector-in-the-yukon.htmlToday, the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, PrairiesCan and CanNor, announced that the Government of Canada is investing $88,736 towards a project by the Yukon NGO Hub Society.Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2023-12-05T12:32:28-05:00Government of Canada announces contract to improve the Alaska Highwayhttps://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2023/11/government-of-canada-announces-contract-to-improve-the-alaska-highway.htmlThe Government of Canada is committed to protecting the safety of travellers on the Alaska Highway by rigorously inspecting and maintaining the stretch of the highway under its responsibility.Public Services and Procurement Canada2023-11-20T13:00:07-05:00MP Hanley and Minister Mostyn to Make a 2 Billion Trees Program Funding Announcement in Yukonhttps://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2023/10/mp-hanley-and-minister-mostyn-to-make-a-2-billion-trees-program-funding-announcement-in-yukon.htmlOTTAWA — Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, and The Honourable Richard Mostyn, Yukon’s Minister of Community Services, will make a 2 Billion Trees program funding announcement in Whitehorse, Yukon.Natural Resources Canada2023-10-12T09:00:00-04:00Government of Canada funds 14 projects to support seniors across in Yukonhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/10/government-of-canada-funds-14-projects-to-support-seniors-across-in-yukon.htmlIt is our responsibility as Canadians to make sure that the seniors who built this country can age with dignity and security. The Government of Canada is committed to supporting the local organizations that support our seniors by empowering them and contributing to their health and well-being.Employment and Social Development Canada2023-10-11T19:18:12-04:00Backgrounder – Canada announces New Horizons for Seniors Program funding for projects in Yukonhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/10/backgrounder--canada-announces-new-horizons-for-seniors-program-funding-for-projects-in-yukon.htmlThe New Horizons for Seniors Program is a federal grants and contributions program that funds projects that empower seniors in their communities and contributes to improving seniors’ health and well-being. Employment and Social Development Canada2023-10-11T19:15:05-04:00Government of Canada to announce investments to support seniors in the Yukonhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2023/10/government-of-canada-to-announce-investments-to-support-seniors-in-the-yukon.htmlOn behalf of Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister for Seniors, Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, will announce investments through the New Horizons for Seniors Program to fund community-based projects improving seniors’ health and well-being in the Yukon.Employment and Social Development Canada2023-10-10T18:00:46-04:00Canada and Yukon invest in water, sewer, and road improvements in Watson Lakehttps://www.canada.ca/en/office-infrastructure/news/2023/09/canada-and-yukon-invest-in-water-sewer-and-road-improvements-in-watson-lake.htmlToday, Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for Yukon; Jeanie McLean, Deputy Premier, Minister of Education and Minister responsible for the Women and Gender Equity Directorate; and His Worship Christopher Irvin, Mayor of the Town of Watson Lake, announced a joint investment of more than $16 million to support the planning and construction of water, sewer and road upgrades in Watson Lake. Infrastructure Canada2023-09-29T17:43:43-04:00Minister Vandal announces investment in Fireweed Community Market’s popular Christmas eventhttps://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2023/08/minister-vandal-announces-investment-in-fireweed-community-markets-popular-christmas-event.htmlToday, the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, PrairiesCan and CanNor, and Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, announced an investment of $38,500 to support the expansion of the 12 Days of Christmas Fireweed Community Market. Along with support from the non-profit organization, the Yukon Government and vendors, this represents a $184,000 investment over two years in the Christmas market.Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2023-08-31T17:58:27-04:00Government of Canada and Government of Yukon announce investments of nearly $2.1 million to support the Yukon’s Indigenous tourism and culture industrieshttps://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2023/08/government-of-canada-and-government-of-yukon-announce-investments-of-nearly-21-million-to-support-the-yukons-indigenous-tourism-and-culture-industries.htmlThe history, culture and traditions of Indigenous communities are an integral part of Canadian society and our national economy. This is especially true in the Yukon, and the Government of Canada is continuing to build partnerships with Indigenous businesses and communities to create more economic opportunities, including supporting the Indigenous tourism and culture sectors.Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2023-08-09T19:10:21-04:00The Honourable Dan Vandal and the Honourable John Streicker will make an announcement regarding support for the Yukon’s Indigenous tourism and culture industries.https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2023/08/the-honourable-dan-vandal-and-the-honourable-john-streicker-will-make-an-announcement-regarding-support-for-the-yukons-indigenous-tourism-and-cultu.htmlPlease be advised that the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, PrairiesCan and CanNor, and the Honourable John Streicker, Minister of Tourism and Culture for the Government of Yukon, will make a joint announcement tomorrow on behalf of the Government of Canada and the Government of Yukon regarding support for the Yukon First Nations Culture and Tourism Association (YFNCT) to deliver programs and initiatives that promote the sector and increase Indigenous representation.Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2023-08-08T14:05:24-04:00MP Hanley announces investment supporting bilingual recruitment across all three territorieshttps://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2023/08/mp-hanley-announces-investment-supporting-bilingual-recruitment-across-all-three-territories.htmlCanNor funding of $240,000 to Association franco-yukonnaise will identify gaps in bilingual services in three territories, and support a recruitment campaignCanadian Northern Economic Development Agency2023-08-01T16:30:12-04:00Dr. Brendan Hanley, MP for Yukon, to announce funding supporting bilingual recruitment to the territories and improving official language capacity across all three territories.https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2023/07/dr-brendan-hanley-mp-for-yukon-to-announce-funding-supporting-bilingual-recruitment-to-the-territories-and-improving-official-language-capacity-acr.htmlPlease be advised that Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for 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 bilingual recruitment across Canada’s three territories to fill vacant positions and improve official language services. Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2023-07-31T14:02:23-04:00The governments of Canada and Yukon invest in upgrades to the Mount McIntyre Recreation Centre in Whitehorse https://www.canada.ca/en/office-infrastructure/news/2023/07/the-governments-of-canada-and-yukon-invest-in-upgrades-to-the-mount-mcintyre-recreation-centre-in-whitehorse.htmlToday, Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for Yukon and Richard Mostyn, Minister of Community Services, announced a joint investment of more than $9.3 million to make the Mount McIntyre Recreation Centre more energy efficient and upgrade its ventilation system. Infrastructure Canada2023-07-20T13:25:12-04:00Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Whitehorsehttps://www.canada.ca/en/office-infrastructure/news/2023/07/media-advisory-infrastructure-announcement-in-whitehorse.htmlMembers of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for Yukon, and Richard Mostyn, Yukon’s Minister of Community Services.Infrastructure Canada2023-07-19T13:00:00-04:00Minister Vandal announces investments to support women’s entrepreneurship, Indigenous economic growth across Yukonhttps://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2023/07/minister-vandal-announces-investments-to-support-womens-entrepreneurship-indigenous-economic-growth-across-yukon.htmlThe Government of Canada is continuing to make important investments to ensure a strong economy in communities across the North. Traditionally underserved businesses, particularly those that are women-owned or Indigenous-owned, are an important pillar to regional economic growth, providing a wide spectrum of important goods and services to their communities.Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2023-07-11T12:56:51-04:00The Government of Canada and the Yukon Reach Agreement in Principle to Improve Health Services for Canadianshttps://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/news/2023/07/the-government-of-canada-and-yukon-reach-agreement-in-principle-to-improve-health-services-for-canadians.htmlToday, the Government of Canada and the Government of Yukon are taking the next step by announcing an agreement in principle for a shared plan that will invest $380 million in federal funding over 10 years in Yukon, including $73 million for a new bilateral agreement focusing on shared health priorities. This investment also includes $171 million in CHT growth since 2022-2023, a guaranteed 5 per cent growth to the CHT for the next five years (expected additional value of $20 million over 10 years), and $2 million through an immediate one-time CHT top-up to address urgent needs, especially in pediatric hospitals and emergency rooms, and long wait times for surgeries.Health Canada2023-07-06T11:00:13-04:00Canada and Yukon invest in new gymnastics and climbing facility in Whitehorsehttps://www.canada.ca/en/office-infrastructure/news/2023/06/canada-and-yukon-invest-in-new-gymnastics-and-climbing-facility-in-whitehorse.htmlToday, Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for Yukon, and Richard Mostyn, Yukon’s Minister of Community Services, announced a federal investment of more than $31.6 million to support sports and recreation in Whitehorse. Infrastructure Canada2023-06-29T14:30:25-04:00Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Whitehorsehttps://www.canada.ca/en/office-infrastructure/news/2023/06/media-advisory-infrastructure-announcement-in-whitehorse.htmlMembers of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for Yukon, and Richard Mostyn, Yukon’s Minister of Community Services.Infrastructure Canada2023-06-28T14:30:00-04:00Canada invests in study of safe active transportation options under the Alaska Highwayhttps://www.canada.ca/en/office-infrastructure/news/2023/06/canada-invests-in-study-of-safe-active-transportation-options-under-the-alaska-highway.htmlThe Alaska Highway divides Whitehorse and creates a barrier to accessing services, community recreational facilities, schools and impacts the movements of residents of all ages. This investment will support an active transportation feasibility study undertaken by the Cycling Association of Yukon and supported by Takhini residents, the Hillcrest Community Association, and the Whitehorse Urban Cycling CoalitionInfrastructure Canada2023-06-09T16:00:00-04:00Little Gold Creek port of entry open for the summer seasonhttps://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2023/05/little-gold-creek-port-of-entry-to-open-for-the-summer-season.htmlLittle Gold Creek port of entry open for the summer seasonCanada Border Services Agency2023-06-01T13:01:50-04:00New funding partnership with Canada to expand the Yukon’s local food productionhttps://www.canada.ca/en/agriculture-agri-food/news/2023/04/new-funding-partnership-with-canada-to-expand-the-yukons-local-food-production.htmlThe Government of Yukon believes that the agriculture sector is vital to the territory. Today, the Minister of Energy, Mines and Resources John Streicker launched the Yukon’s new agricultural funding program under the Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership (Sustainable CAP). The program follows the signing of the Canada-Yukon Sustainable Canadian Agricultural Partnership bilateral agreement on April 4, 2023 with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada.Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada2023-04-11T13:43:31-04:00CanNor invests $200,000 to facilitate the growth and expansion of a Yukon business that focuses on supporting reconciliation initiatives across the territoryhttps://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2023/03/cannor-invests-200000-to-facilitate-the-growth-and-expansion-of-a-yukon-business-that-focuses-on-supporting-reconciliation-initiatives-across-the-t.htmlThe Government of Canada is continuing to support businesses and organizations that contribute to a strong and sustainable economy across the North and Arctic.Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2023-03-13T13:53:30-04:00MP Brendan Hanley announces funding for the Yukon Aboriginal Women's Council https://www.canada.ca/en/women-gender-equality/news/2023/03/mp-brendan-hanley-announces-funding-for-the-yukon-aboriginal-womens-council-on-international-womens-day.htmlThe National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls highlighted the underlying systemic causes of ongoing violence against Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ people. The COVID-19 pandemic also created unprecedented challenges for victims and survivors seeking help and the frontline organizations that support them.Women and Gender Equality Canada2023-03-09T10:06:26-05:00Minister Vandal announces investment of $2 million in local economic growth, job creation and sustainable business development in the Yukonhttps://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2023/02/minister-vandal-announces-investment-of-2-million-in-local-economic-growth-job-creation-and-sustainable-business-development-in-the-yukon.htmlThe Government of Canada is investing in jobs, growth and an economy that works for everyone. These investments, combined with the resilience of Canadians, is crucial to building a sustainable and prosperous country for future generations. In the Yukon, these efforts are exemplified by the many businesses and organizations that are leading initiatives in their communities that inspire pride, purpose and opportunity. Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2023-02-23T16:18:31-05:00Minister Vandal announces investments to support the Yukon's agri-food sectorhttps://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2023/02/minister-vandal-announces-investments-to-support-the-yukons-agri-food-sector.htmlEveryone deserves access to affordable, fresh food, no matter where they live. To help, the Government of Canada is making strategic investments to offset the high costs of labour, transportation, and socio-economic challenges that impact the ability of Northerners and Indigenous peoples to grow, harvest and buy food.Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2023-02-15T12:53:24-05:00CanNor investments support community infrastructure across the Yukon https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2023/02/cannor-investments-support-community-infrastructure-across-the-yukon.htmlToday, the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, PrairiesCan and CanNor, announced an investment of more than $1.1 million to support five community infrastructure projects across the Yukon.Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2023-02-09T13:01:23-05:00Minister Vandal announces investments to help build and improve community infrastructure across the Yukon https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2023/02/minister-vandal-announces-investments-to-help-build-and-improve-community-infrastructure-across-the-yukon.htmlMinister Vandal announces over $1.1 million in funding through CanNor to support projects that help create spaces that strengthen culture and promote arts, health and wellnessCanadian Northern Economic Development Agency2023-02-09T13:00:02-05:00Government taking action on gun crime in Whitehorse with up to $929,500 for prevention programshttps://www.canada.ca/en/public-safety-canada/news/2023/01/government-taking-action-on-gun-crime-in-whitehorse-with-up-to-929500-for-prevention-programs.htmlPeople in Whitehorse and across Canada deserve to feel safe in their communities. Public Safety Canada2023-01-19T11:38:18-05:00Canada and the Yukon Sign Agreement in Principle to Deepen Collaboration on Planting 2 Billion Trees Nationallyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2023/01/canada-and-the-yukon-sign-agreement-in-principle-to-deepen-collaboration-on-planting-2-billion-trees-nationally.htmlThe Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources, and the Honourable Richard Mostyn, Yukon’s Minister of Community Services, are pleased to announce that the Government of Canada and the Government of Yukon signed an Agreement in Principle (AiP) under the 2 Billion Trees program.Natural Resources Canada2023-01-13T12:22:26-05:00Arctic Energy Champions Come Together to Learn and Share Expertise on Renewable Energy in the Northhttps://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2023/01/arctic-energy-champions-come-together-to-learn-and-share-expertise-on-renewable-energy-in-the-north.htmlThe Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, and the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, PrairiesCan, CanNor and Polar Knowledge Canada, congratulated Gwich’in Council International and Polar Knowledge Canada on the successful delivery and planning of ARENA II to date. Natural Resources Canada2023-01-13T11:00:00-05:00Polar Knowledge Canada and the Canadian Museum of Nature partner to advance biodiversity and climate change research in the Arctichttps://www.canada.ca/en/polar-knowledge/news/2022/12/polar-knowledge-canada-and-the-canadian-museum-of-nature-partner-to-advance-biodiversity-and-climate-change-research-in-the-arctic.htmlPolar Knowledge Canada (POLAR) and the Canadian Museum of Nature have signed a Letter of Agreement to continue collaborating on research and monitoring in the North and Arctic to further understand rapidly changing northern ecosystems.Polar Knowledge Canada2022-12-16T09:29:00-05:00Lucassie Arragutainaq receives the 2022 Northern Science Award for advancing Inuit research and scientific knowledgehttps://www.canada.ca/en/polar-knowledge/news/2022/12/lucassie-arragutainaq-receives-the-2022-northern-science-award-for-advancing-inuit-research-and-scientific-knowledge.htmlPolar Knowledge Canada was proud to present the 2022 Northern Science Award to Lucassie Arragutainaq, of Sanikiluaq, Nunavut, at the ArcticNet Annual Scientific Meeting.Polar Knowledge Canada2022-12-09T08:53:53-05:00MP Hanley Announces New Yukon Indigenous Firefighting Pilot Project and Highlights Canada’s National Adaptation Strategyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/natural-resources-canada/news/2022/11/mp-hanley-announces-new-yukon-indigenous-firefighting-pilot-project-and-highlights-canadas-national-adaptation-strategy.htmlBrendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, announced $3.5 million in support for the Yukon First Nations Wildfire project for training 10 instructors and 120 wildland firefighters under the Indigenous Firefighter and Multi-Hazard Training Initiative. This pilot project will support the Yukon First Nations Wildfire’s vision to incorporate traditional Indigenous knowledge in wildland firefighting and help to inform the Wildfire Training Program.Natural Resources Canada2022-11-25T17:30:42-05:00Polar Knowledge Canada – Yukon Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation Call for Proposals 2023-26https://www.canada.ca/en/polar-knowledge/news/2022/11/polar-knowledge-canada--yukon-climate-change-impacts-and-adaptation-call-for-proposals-2023-26.htmlWHITEHORSE, YT - Polar Knowledge Canada is opening a call for proposals that will support Yukon-based projects. Successful projects will advance knowledge on the call’s strategic theme: climate change impacts and adaptation strategies in the Yukon.Polar Knowledge Canada2022-11-15T10:33:41-05:00Infrastructure funding will advance self-determination for Yukon First Nationshttps://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2022/10/infrastructure-funding-will-support-yukon-first-nations-moving-towards-self-determination.htmlThe Government of Canada is working to reduce social and economic inequities between Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities by making immediate and long-term investments to help close critical infrastructure gaps.Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2022-10-28T10:14:46-04:00Minister Vandal announces nearly $200,000 through CanNor to support the growth and expansion of two Yukon small businesses https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2022/10/minister-vandal-announces-nearly-200000-through-cannor-to-support-the-growth-and-expansion-of-two-yukon-small-businesses.htmlToday, as part of Small Business Week 2022, the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister for PrairiesCan and Minister for CanNor, announced an investment of nearly $200,000 to support the continued growth and expansion of two women-owned Yukon small businesses.Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2022-10-19T14:05:34-04:00Canada announces funding for new school in Burwash Landinghttps://www.canada.ca/en/office-infrastructure/news/2022/09/canada-announces-funding-for-new-school-in-burwash-landing.htmlToday, Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for Yukon, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities; the Honourable Jeanie McLean, Yukon’s Minister of Education; and the Honourable Nils Clarke, Yukon’s Minister of Highways and Public Works, announced preliminary joint funding of $22.5 million for the construction of a new school in Burwash Landing. The final value of the contract to build the school will not be determined until the procurement phase of the project concludes.Infrastructure Canada2022-09-26T10:53:19-04:00Little Gold Creek border crossing closing for the season on September 5https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2022/09/little-gold-creek-border-crossing-closing-for-the-season-on-september-5.htmlThe Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) advises travellers that the Little Gold Creek port of entry is set to close for the season at 7 p.m. (Pacific Daylight Time) on Monday, September 5.Canada Border Services Agency2022-09-02T11:23:40-04:00Minister Vandal announces $234,000 through CanNor to enhance local infrastructure and grow the economy https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2022/08/minister-vandal-announces-234000-through-cannor-to-enhance-local-infrastructure-and-grow-the-economy.htmlShared public spaces in villages, towns and cities are at the heart of communities across Canada. Main streets, downtown cores, community and cultural centres, farmers' markets, libraries, outdoor spaces and other public places draw in residents and visitors alike, supporting local businesses and jobs.Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2022-08-19T16:30:02-04:00Minister Vandal announces renewable energy funding in Northern fly-in community of Old Crow https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2022/08/minister-vandal-announces-renewable-energy-funding-in-northern-fly-in-community-of-old-crow0.htmlAs a remote Northern community, Old Crow is characterized by the strength, resiliency, determination and vision needed to prevail in often extreme conditions.Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2022-08-19T09:56:06-04:00Northern fly-in community of Old Crow continues to strengthen and diversifyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2022/08/northern-fly-in-community-of-old-crow-continues-to-strengthen-and-diversify.htmlToday, the Honourable Daniel Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister responsible for PrairiesCan and Minister responsible for CanNor, and Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for Yukon, announced investments of more than $2.4 million to support two projects in Old Crow, Yukon.Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2022-08-18T16:20:18-04:00Minister Daniel Vandal to announce funding to support opportunities for sport and recreation in the Yukon https://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2022/08/minister-daniel-vandal-to-announce-funding-to-support-opportunities-for-sport-and-recreation-in-the-yukon.htmlPlease be advised that the Honourable Daniel Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister for PrairiesCan and Minister for CanNor; the Honourable Jeanie McLean, Minister of Education and Minister responsible for Women's Directorate; and Dr. Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for Yukon, will make an announcement regarding support for high-quality sports and recreation opportunities in the Yukon.Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2022-08-18T09:20:05-04:00Minister Boissonnault announces support for tourism innovation and growth in the Yukonhttps://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2022/08/minister-boissonnault-announces-support-for-tourism-innovation-and-growth-in-the-yukon.htmlThe Government of Canada, through CanNor, is investing over $87,000 to support the expansion and revitalization of the Yukon Motorcycle ParkCanadian Northern Economic Development Agency2022-08-11T16:41:45-04:00Centralized water and wastewater operator training at Yukon University to benefit First Nations and operators in the regionhttps://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2022/07/centralized-water-and-wastewater-operator-training-at-yukon-university-to-benefit-first-nations-and-operators-in-the-region.htmlIndigenous Services Canada (ISC) and Yukon University today announced a new program delivery model to enhance water and wastewater operator training and support in the region.Indigenous Services Canada2022-07-29T10:01:18-04:00Yukon University and Government of Canada to announce new program delivery model to enhance water and wastewater operator training and support in the regionhttps://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2022/07/government-of-canada-and-yukon-university-to-announce-new-program-delivery-model-to-enhance-water-and-wastewater-operator-training-and-support-in-t.htmlPlease be advised that the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Yukon University Provost Dr. Bronwyn Hancock will announce a new program delivery model to enhance First Nations water and wastewater operator training and support in the region. Indigenous Services Canada2022-07-28T10:35:55-04:00Council of Yukon First Nations, Indigenous Services Canada and Government of Yukon working together to address menstrual equity in Yukon https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2022/07/council-of-yukon-first-nations-and-indigenous-services-canada-working-together-to-address-menstrual-equity-in-yukon.htmlAs part of a previous commitment by Indigenous Services Minister Patty Hajdu to ensure that menstrual products be made available equitably and free of charge, the department has partnered with the Council of Yukon First Nations to administer this project in Yukon. Indigenous Services Canada2022-07-28T10:22:05-04:00Council of Yukon First Nations developing first Yukon First Nations Birth Worker Program https://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2022/07/council-of-yukon-first-nations-developing-first-yukon-first-nations-birth-worker-program.htmlIndigenous Services Canada is supporting this initiative with a total of $200,000 in 2021-2022. This new program will bring together Yukon First Nations to share and reclaim traditional birthing practices and develop culturally relevant Yukon First Nations prenatal resources.Indigenous Services Canada2022-07-28T10:30:06-04:00Council of Yukon First Nations and Government of Canada to announce support for new First Nations Birth Worker Program and Menstrual Products Initiativehttps://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2022/07/council-of-yukon-first-nations-and-government-of-canada-to-announce-support-for-new-first-nations-birth-worker-program-and-menstrual-products-initi.htmlCouncil of Yukon First Nations and Canada to announce the Birth Worker Program and Menstrual Products Initiative.Indigenous Services Canada2022-07-27T14:25:11-04:00Celebrating the one-year anniversary of signing the Canada-wide Early Learning and Child Care Agreement with the Yukon https://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/07/celebrating-the-one-year-anniversary-of-signing-the-canada-wide-early-learning-and-child-care-agreement-with-the-yukon.htmlChild care is not just a social policy—it is also an economic policy. Access to high-quality, affordable, flexible and inclusive child care will grow the economy, allow more women to enter the workforce and give children in Canada the best start in life. That is why the Government of Canada signed agreements with each province and territory to implement a Canada-wide early learning and child care system.Employment and Social Development Canada2022-07-23T12:13:30-04:00Join us on Canada Day with free admission at national parks, historic sites, and marine conservation areas.https://www.canada.ca/en/parks-canada/news/2022/06/join-us-on-canada-day-with-free-admission-at-national-parks-historic-sites-and-marine-conservation-areas.htmlJoin us on Canada Day with free admission at national parks, historic sites, and marine conservation areas. Parks Canada2022-06-24T16:26:01-04:00CanNor invests over $560,000 to promote the strong recovery and future growth of the Yukon tourism industryhttps://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2022/06/cannor-invests-over-560000-to-promote-the-strong-recovery-and-future-growth-of-the-yukon-tourism-industry.htmlThe Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance, on behalf of the Honourable Daniel Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister for PrairiesCan and Minister for CanNor, and Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, announced that the Government of Canada is investing over $560,000 to support four Yukon tourism providers and to help the industry adapt and grow beyond the pandemic.Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2022-06-06T10:06:12-04:00CanNor investments support four tourism initiatives across the Yukonhttps://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2022/06/nnor-investments-support-four-tourism-initiatives-across-the-yukon.htmlToday, the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance, on behalf of the Honourable Daniel Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister for PrairiesCan and Minister for CanNor, and Brendan Hanley, Member of Parliament for the Yukon, announced that the Government of Canada is investing over $560,000 to support four Yukon tourism providers as they continue to adapt and grow beyond the pandemic.Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2022-06-06T10:09:01-04:00Minister Randy Boissonnault to make a virtual announcement highlighting key investments to help promote the strong recovery and future growth of the Yukon tourism industryhttps://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2022/06/minister-randy-boissonnault-to-make-a-virtual-announcement-highlighting-key-investments-to-help-promote-the-strong-recovery-and-future-growth-of-th.htmlMinister Randy Boissonnault to make a virtual announcement highlighting key investments to help promote the strong recovery and future growth of the Yukon tourism industryCanadian Northern Economic Development Agency2022-06-02T15:40:36-04:00CYFN Grand Chief Johnston, Yukon Premier Silver and Minister Vandal to hold media availability following the Yukon Intergovernmental Forumhttps://www.canada.ca/en/crown-indigenous-relations-northern-affairs/news/2022/05/cyfn-grand-chief-johnston-yukon-premier-silver-and-minister-vandal-to-hold-media-availability-following-the-yukon-intergovernmental-forum.htmlPlease be advised that CYFN Grand Chief Peter Johnston; Yukon Premier Sandy Silver; and the Honourable Daniel Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs will be participating in the Yukon Intergovernmental Forum (IGF) in Whitehorse. A media availability will follow.Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada2022-05-20T15:56:58-04:00Government of Canada invests to support innovation in the Yukonhttps://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2022/05/government-of-canada-invests-to-support-innovation-in-the-yukon.htmlCanNor invests nearly $128,000 to promote interactive digital media, modular communications shelters and an artificial intelligence business acceleration program.Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2022-05-20T15:54:03-04:00CanNor investments support innovation in the Yukonhttps://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2022/05/cannor-investments-support-innovation-in-the-yukon.htmlToday, the Honourable Daniel Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister for PrairiesCan and Minister for CanNor, announced an investment of nearly $128,000 to support three innovative initiatives in Whitehorse. Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2022-05-20T15:52:03-04:00Minister Gould to make an announcement on Early Learning and Child Care in Yukonhttps://www.canada.ca/en/employment-social-development/news/2022/03/minister-gould-to-make-an-announcement-on-early-learning-and-child-care-in-yukon.htmlThe Minister of Families, Children and Social Development, the Honourable Karina Gould, will join the Honourable Jeanie McLean, Yukon’s Minister of Education, to announce additional support for recruitment and retention of Early Learning and Child Care workers across the Yukon. Employment and Social Development Canada2022-03-17T14:14:42-04:00CanNor invests $3.6M in projects across the Yukon, creating jobs and growing the economyhttps://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2022/03/cannor-invests-36m-in-projects-across-the-yukon-creating-jobs-and-growing-the-economy.htmlThe Government of Canada is continuing its support for businesses and organizations as they adapt, grow and recover from the COVID-19 pandemic. New investments by the Government of Canada are helping to build a strong foundation for the workforce of today and into the future. Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2022-03-08T16:42:13-05:00CanNor investments support Indigenous economic development corporations in the Yukonhttps://www.canada.ca/en/northern-economic-development/news/2022/03/cannor-investments-support-indigenous-economic-development-corporations-in-the-yukon.htmlToday, the Honourable Daniel Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada and Minister responsible for the Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency, announced an investment of $3.6 million to support two regional initiatives led by Indigenous economic development corporations across the Yukon. Canadian Northern Economic Development Agency2022-03-08T16:39:37-05:00Joint News Release – Council of Yukon First Nations, Government of Yukon, and Government of Canadahttps://www.canada.ca/en/indigenous-services-canada/news/2022/02/joint-news-release--council-of-yukon-first-nations-government-of-yukon-and-government-of-canada.htmlWith the launch of the Cultural Connections Project, supports will be provided to connect all children in out-of-home care with their own cultures and communities.Indigenous Services Canada2022-02-18T09:09:44-05:00Government of Canada awards contract for construction management and care and maintenance services for the Faro Mine Remediation Projecthttps://www.canada.ca/en/public-services-procurement/news/2022/02/government-of-canada-awards-contract-for-construction-management-and-care-and-maintenance-services-for-the-faro-mine-remediation-project.htmlFollowing an open and competitive process, Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC), on behalf of Crown-Indigenous Relations and Northern Affairs Canada, has awarded a contract to Parsons Inc. for construction management and care and maintenance services at the Faro Mine Complex. This contract will make a significant contribution to restoring and protecting the environment on and adjacent to the mine site, while bringing socio-economic benefits to northern and First Nations communities. These benefits include opportunities for employment, training and skills development, as well as for businesses to supply other goods and services to the project. Public Services and Procurement Canada2022-02-15T16:05:58-05:00CBSA Pacific Region: Operational and enforcement highlights from 2021https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/news/2021/12/cbsa-pacific-region--operational-and-enforcement-highlights-from-2021.htmlThe Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) Pacific Region today released operational and enforcement highlights covering the period from January 1 to October 31, 2021.Canada Border Services Agency2021-12-10T14:34:37-05:00