
Yukon NDP says government funding of religious education violates 1962 agreement
Whitehorse, YT - An over-60-year-old agreement restricting public funds from paying for religious education is being violated according to the Yukon NDP with uncertainty over how much money has been spent on Catholic schools. The 1962 agreement with the Catholic Episcopal Corporation states that the Catholic Church wil...
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Whitehorse RCMP seek public assistance in locating missing 32-year-old Reuben Huebschwerlen
WHITEHORSE, YT - The Whitehorse RCMP is seeking public assistance in locating missing 32-year-old Reuben Huebschwerlen, who had not been seen since 1pm on Friday, March 21st. RCMP say Huebschwerlen was last seen wearing either a Chicago Blackhawks or Bulls Jersey. Anyone with information on his whereabouts has been ask...
Mar 26, 2025

Improvements being explored for Yukon Nominee Program after audit flags issues
Whitehorse, YT - The Yukon Government is working on improvements to the Yukon Nominee Program (YNP) following an Auditor General's audit that raised concerns about the program's integrity. Officials say there are collaborative efforts with industry associations to enhance resources for the immigration branch, improve s...
Mar 25, 2025

Whitehorse Waste Management Facility to charge for drop-offs by weight starting April 1st
WHITEHORSE, YT - Starting April 1st, the Whitehorse Waste Management Facility will switch to charging for waste drop-offs by weight, including drop-offs for residential waste. All vehicles will be weighed upon entry and exit of the facility, with the charges determined by the cost per pound for each category of waste, ...
Mar 25, 2025

Whitehorse waterfront to host new convention centre after $75 million investment
Whitehorse, YT - The Whitehorse waterfront will be home to a new convention centre due to a $75 million joint investment between the federal and Yukon governments. The Yukon Gathering Place will be built next to the Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre and will accommodate up to 1,000 people for conferences, meetings and m...
Mar 24, 2025