Wildfire crews plan controlled burns near Watson Lake, Haines Junction
Whitehorse, YT - Wildfire crews plan prescribed grass burns near Watson Lake and Haines Junction this week to reduce wildfire risk. Burning is expected between May 5 and 10, depending on weather, and smoke may be visible in the area. In Watson Lake, crews will burn grass along highway corridors, with brief traffic dela...
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Emergency alert test to sound across Yukon Wednesday afternoon
Whitehorse, YT - Yukon's emergency alert system will be tested Wednesday as part of a nationwide drill. The Government of Yukon says the AlertReady test will be issued at about 1:55 p.m., reaching cellphones on 4G networks and higher, as well as radio and television. Devices on 3G or older networks will not receive the...
May 04, 2026
Yukon looks to recruit U.S. doctors through new licensing pathway with B.C.
Whitehorse, YT - Yukon might be able to tap into British Columbia's success with recruiting U.S.-trained healthcare workers through a new licensing pathway. The new dual licensing pathway was developed with the province and allows American physicians to apply once and be approved in both jurisdictions. B.C. has receive...
May 01, 2026
RCMP in Dawson City investigating discovery of a bag containing drugs and a gun
Whitehorse, YT - RCMP in Dawson City are investigating after drugs and a firearm were found in a bag along the Yukon River. Police say a passerby walking their dog discovered a black shopping bag on a trail off Front Street on Monday and reported it. The RCMP's crime reduction unit is assisting with the investigation. ...
Apr 30, 2026
Singapore-based company in exclusive talks to purchase Eagle Gold mine
Whitehorse, YT - A potential buyer is now in exclusive talks to purchase Yukon's Eagle Gold mine. The court-appointed receiver has signed an agreement with Singapore-based Boroo Pte. Ltd., giving the company up to 90 days to study the site and negotiate a possible deal. Boroo will carry out further due diligence and be...
Apr 29, 2026
