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• Jeremy Harper elected as Chief of Selkirk First Nation

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• Yukon government pauses implementation of Health Authority, considering repealing Health Authority Act

  Yukon Premier Currie Dixon cites "outstanding concerns" regarding the impacts on health-care workers pensions and the structure of Shäw Kwä’a.

• Yukon University withdraws from AWG

  The decision was made following discussions about how any labour disruption would interrupt access to the entire campus.

• $300,000 fund boosts student attendance initiatives in Yukon schools

  Since 2012, the initiative has raised over $3 million, with $1.9 million invested in projects supporting student attendance.

• Whitehorse to host 2026 Broomball World Championships

  Up to 35 teams from around the world will compete in four divisions: mixed, men's, women's, and men's masters.

• Harper to run for SFN chief

  The former MLA for Mayo-Tatchun said that he made the decision following rest, reflection, and careful consideration.

• Helicopters head to Alaska for exercise

  The Griffons will operate at altitudes no lower than 500 feet above the highest obstacle on their route

• First Nations warn of increased scrutiny at US border, citing ICE actions

  Recent incidents have seen some First Nations members facing heightened checks, prompting the AFN to condemn these actions and reaffirm its commitment to protecting First Nations

• Art brings hope to Whitehorse Shelter amidst challenging times

  By including Yukon First Nations art in the shelter, we are helping to ensure it feels inclusive and connected to the community

• Yukon Schools to benefit from national School food program

  The funding will support a hot lunch pilot program, school kitchen improvements, and the development of territory-wide Healthy Food Guidelines.

• Yukon Liberal Party shuffles leadership

  Pemberton's departure follows the party's recent territorial election loss, where they failed to form government.

• US healthcare workers courted to fill Canada gaps, Yukon next

  There are already American health care workers who have moved to Canada with the help of Healthcare Infusion information and resources.

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• Yukon MLAs celebrate Garbage Truck Santa with tribute

  34 years later, Garbage Truck Santa continues delivering smiles, stickers, and candy canes to Whitehorse kids.

• NVD‑Host Society partnership powers 2026 Arctic Winter Games countdown and community giveaway

  As part of the agreement, NVD and the Arctic Winter Games Host Society are launching a 30‑day giveaway blitz to count down to the Games

• Senate Committee on Human Rights report calls for changes to government care for youth

  Committee Chair Senator Paulette Senior says that Indigenous youth are particularly in need of a transitional system.

• Yukon Department of Education corrects bus cancellation rumor amid record‑cold snap

  Education Minister Scott Kent apologized to families and students for the unnecessary stress and anxiety caused by the inaccurate notice.

• Yukon Government scraps liberal‑Initiated École Whitehorse Elementary relocation, launches community‑driven site search

  The decision follows several community meetings where residents raised concerns about traffic, neighbourhood impact, and a lengthy rezoning process.