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2013

Canada’s new leadership role in the Arctic Council will grow interest in the Canadian North
May 15, 2013 - Engaging with Canada and our territorial partners in further showcasing the North.

Territorial premiers to meet in Whitehorse to advance northern priorities
May 8, 2013 - Premiers from Yukon, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut will meet in Whitehorse to discuss northern priorities.

Yukon government joins call for national public inquiry
April 23, 2013 - Yukon to join provincial and territorial counterparts in calling for a national public inquiry by the federal government into missing and murdered Aboriginal women and girls.

Government of Yukon Decision Document for Victoria Gold mine approved
April 8, 2013 - Victoria Gold approved to move forward and apply for quartz and water licence.

Yukon youth to benefit from $100,000 investment
March 15, 2013 - Youth programs will continue to receive funding from the Youth Investment Fund

Premier works to strengthen Yukon’s relationship with Canada
February 12, 2013 - Premier Darrell Pasloski met with Prime Minister Stephen Harper. Ensuring Yukon is well-positioned to support a growing economy and resource industry was at the top of the agenda.

Premier to meet prime minister as international focus shifts North
February 8, 2013 - Premier Darrell Pasloski will meet with Prime Minister Stephen Harper next week to discuss topics important to Yukon and Canada’s North.

First Nation governance and capacity conference connects governments
February 6, 2013 - Making Connections conference brings leaders together.

Old Crow citizens recognized with Diamond Jubilee medals
February 4, 2013 - Commissioner Doug Phillips presented medals and a Commissioner's Award in Old Crow yesterday.

Premier continues to build Yukon–Alaska relations
January 30, 2013 - Premier Darrell Pasloski and Alaska Governor Sean Parnell discuss projects that could enhance Yukon’s long-term energy and telecommunications security.

2012

Commissioner’s New Year’s Levee celebrates Yukoners
December 27, 2012 - Yukoners to receive awards and medals at the levee at the Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre.

Yukon performers and snow carvers to be showcased at Ottawa celebration
December 11, 2012 - Yukon dancers, MCs and comedians will entertain visitors at Ottawa’s Winterlude festival in February 2013.

Commissioner launches new youth artist program
November 28, 2012 - Young artists will be highlighted at commissioner’s events through the Youth Showcase program.

Premier attends forum to continue work to strengthen economy
November 21, 2012 - Premier meets counterparts to focus on global economy and trade.

Commemorative Diamond Jubilee medals awarded
November 13, 2012 - From Olympians to student helpers, deserving Yukoners receive recognition in the form of commemorative Diamond Jubilee medals.

Commissioner of Yukon presents Award for Bravery to Teslin resident
October 30, 2012 - A Commissioner’s Award for Bravery was presented to Richard Dewhurst of Teslin.

Commissioner embarks on Diamond Jubilee community tour
October 10, 2012 - The Commissioner of Yukon will visit Grade 5 and 6 students to talk about the role of the monarchy and present Diamond Jubilee medals.

Premier returns from China trip
September 24, 2012 - Premier builds relationships and expands Yukon's trade and investment opportunities during recent China visit.

Commemorative 9/11 plaque now on display
September 11, 2012 - Plaque of appreciation to Yukoners from the United States for their efforts on September 11, 2001 is now permanently installed at the Whitehorse airport.

Premiers work together to strengthen Canada’s economic future
July 27, 2012 - Premiers made decisions on a number of topics at the Council of the Federation meeting in Halifax.

Premier continues to build strong relationships with counterparts
July 24, 2012 - Premier to meet with his provincial and territorial colleagues in Halifax to discuss issues important to Canadians.

Territorial premiers to meet in Iqaluit to discuss northern priorities
June 25, 2012 - Territorial premiers to discuss a range of issues for the benefit of northerners.

Premier Pasloski and Governor Parnell renew Alaska-Yukon partnership
June 4, 2012 - The renewed Alaska-Yukon Accord focuses on jobs, workforce training and energy.

Government supports community youth projects
May 28, 2012 - Twenty-one Yukon organizations will receive funding from the Youth Investments Fund for programming.

Western premiers to meet in Edmonton to discuss priorities
May 28, 2012 - Premier to meet with his western and northern counterparts in Edmonton.

Medals awarded at Diamond Jubilee celebration
May 22, 2012 - Volunteers received recognition at Diamond Jubilee celebration in honour of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

Yukon Forum concludes at the Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre
April 13, 2012 - Yukon Forum wraps up after successful discussions

Premier accepts plaque on behalf of Yukoners
March 22, 2012 - Bronze plaque presented by U.S. consul general to premier in appreciation of Yukoners' support on 9/11.

Yukon government recognizes the importance of local airline
February 13, 2012

First Nation governance conference focuses on building a foundation for the future
February 9, 2012 - Fourth annual conference to build First Nation capacity held in Whitehorse

Premier builds strong support for Yukon in Ottawa
February 7, 2012 - Premier discusses common priorities with Prime Minister.

First Nations and Government of Yukon partner to share new capacity tools
February 6, 2012 - First Nations share new tools developed under the Northern Strategy Trust

Year of celebrations to mark Queen’s Diamond Jubilee
February 6, 2012 - February 6, 2012 marks six decades of reign by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and her Canadian flag is raised in Yukon and all other Canadian jurisdictions in honour of that accomplishment.

Yukon representatives raise the territory’s profile in Ottawa
February 1, 2012 - Premier to lead Yukon delegation to Ottawa for meetings and Winterlude event featuring Yukon Days.

Premier builds Yukon-Alaska relations
January 30, 2012 - Premier will meet with Alaska governor to talk about issues of common interest and initiate discussions around the renewal of the Yukon-Alaska Accord.

Premier to meet with Council of the Federation counterparts
January 12, 2012 - Premier to discuss health care and fiscal arrangements with premiers from all Canadian jurisdictions in Victoria.

2011

Commissioner to launch Diamond Jubilee book of congratulations
December 28, 2011 - Queen Elizabeth II has spent 60 years on the throne and Yukon celebrations to commemorate the Diamond Jubilee will take place in 2012.

Outstanding students and volunteers to be honoured at Commissioner’s Levee
December 28, 2011 - Commissioner to present awards to 15 Yukoners for their outstanding work in their communities and schools.

Yukon supports Canadian Red Cross emergency efforts in the Philippines
December 23, 2011 - Yukon contributes $25,000 in emergency aid to Philippines after typhoon Washi.

Yukon youth receive support for variety of projects through the Youth Investment Fund
November 28, 2011 - Youth across Yukon will benefit from winter projects, which are receiving funding through the Youth Investment Fund.

Premier wraps up community visits
September 1, 2011 - Valuable information was gathered during the premier’s summer visits to Yukon communities

Yukon remembers late NDP leader
August 22, 2011 - Book of condolences available for those who wish to remember late NDP leader.

Commissioner of Yukon presents Award for Bravery to Whitehorse resident
August 4, 2011 - Trevor Smith is to be presented with an award for risking his life to save another claim staker that was buried in an avalance.

Premier completes second leg of community visits
August 1, 2011 - Yukoners voice common concerns as premier's community visits continue.

Yukon contributes to humanitarian efforts in the Horn of Africa
July 26, 2011 - The Government of Yukon is donating $25,000 to the Canadian Red Cross in support of humanitarian efforts in the Horn of Africa after a series of devastating droughts.

Yukon interests represented at premiers’ summer meeting
July 22, 2011 - Yukon's premier promotes an innovative and knowledge-driven economy at the Council of the Federation meeting.

Premier participates in discussions on family health
July 22, 2011 - Premier highlights Yukon's work to combat fetal alcohol spectrum disorder at Council of the Federation talks on family.

Premier completes first week of community visits
July 20, 2011 - Premier’s visits provide opportunity to build relationships with community members and leaders

Premier to meet with Council of the Federation counterparts
July 19, 2011 - Premiers to discuss families, global economy and health care at the Council of the Federation summer meeting.

Premier attends first official intergovernmental event
June 22, 2011 - Premier brought Yukon interests to the table at the Western Premiers' Conference.

Premiers to meet in Yellowknife to discuss common issues
June 16, 2011 - Premier Pasloski will attend the annual Western Premiers' Conference.

Commissioner of Yukon presents Youth Recognition Award to Dawson class
June 13, 2011 - Dawson Grade 6 class is presented with an award for six years of fundraising and volunteering.

Yukon premier sworn in by commissioner
June 11, 2011 - Darrell Pasloski takes the helm of the Government of Yukon.

Yukon makes contribution to fire relief efforts in Alberta
May 30, 2011 - The Government of Yukon has donated $25,000 to the Red Cross in support of the fire relief efforts in Slave Lake.

Government supports community youth projects
May 30, 2011 - Nineteen youth projects receive $54,500 for summer programs.

2011 Census and National Household Survey begin in May
May 2, 2011 - Yukoners asked to "be heard" in 2011 Census and National Household Survey and to add Yukon's voice to the national story

Northern premiers to meet in Yellowknife
April 26, 2011 - Northern premiers to meet on pan-territorial issues important to northerners.

Yukon supports Canadian Red Cross relief efforts in Japan
March 14, 2011 - Yukon contributes $25,000 in aid to Japan following the recent catastrophe.

First Nation conference develops shared knowledge
February 15, 2011 - Third annual conference brings partners together.

Yukon performing and visual artists participate in Winterlude 2011
February 10, 2011 - Music, snow sculpture, and First Nation beadwork are showcased at Winterlude's Yukon Days.

Governor General to visit Yukon
February 4, 2011 - Governor General's first official visit to Yukon will last four days.

Yukon will celebrate Her Majesty’s diamond jubilee
February 3, 2011 - Canadian Jurisdictions will celebrate Her Majesty's diamond jubilee–60 years as Queen of Canada.

2010

Government supports community youth projects
December 21, 2010 - Yukon youth benefiting from $48,000 in government support.

Yukon byelection to be held December 13
November 12, 2010 - Byelection called for December 13.

Yukon supports Canadian Red Cross relief efforts in Pakistan
August 19, 2010 - Yukon supports Canadian Red Cross in bringing help to the people of flood-ravaged Pakistan.

Council of the Federation meeting wraps up
August 6, 2010 - The annual Council of the Federation meeting wrapped up today in Winnepeg.

Carcross educator wins national literacy award
August 4, 2010 - Eleanor Millard is Yukon's winner of this year's Council of the Federation Literacy Award.

New website connects Yukon youth to services and funds
July 15, 2010 - The Youth Directory makes funds, services and programs available in Yukon more accessible, by compiling them on one website.

Premier promotes Yukoners’ interests at national meetings
June 9, 2010 - Meetings with premiers and finance ministers bring benefits for Yukon

Yukon community statistics now available at the click of a mouse
May 31, 2010 - A new website, www.sewp.gov.yk.ca, provides valuable social and economic statistics for Yukon communities.

New First Nation Governance and Public Administration classes begin
May 18, 2010 - Classes started in a new accredidated certificate course at Yukon College. It's the first of its kind in the North and is now open to all Yukon First Nations.

Northern Strategy Trust helps Kwanlin Dün First Nation develop healing camp
May 7, 2010 - Traditional and modern healing techniques will help with addiction treatment

Northern Strategy Trust funding agreement to advance First Nation languages
April 13, 2010 - Working collaboratively for revitalization

Funding doubles for three youth organizations
March 22, 2010 - More money earmarked to engage Yukon youth.

Spring legislative sitting to start March 25
March 11, 2010 - Legislature to re-open.

First Nation governance conference builds on experiences
February 9, 2010 - Governance capacity conference that focuses on sharing knowledge and exchanging information held in Whitehorse.

Premier, ministers met with Alaska governor and commmissioners
February 5, 2010 - Fentie welcomes Alaskan governor.

Yukon supports Canadian Red Cross Haitian relief efforts
January 14, 2010 - Yukon responds to devastation in Haiti by donating to the Red Cross relief efforts.