Economic Development

We’ve moved! For the latest information on Economic Development programs and announcements, visit Bluesky at @ecdev.yukon.ca.

The Yukon Nominee Program’s Expression of Interest intake is now open for employers to submit applications until April 22. Read more: yukon.ca/index.php/en/n…

The Government of Yukon will open an Expression of Interest intake for the Yukon Nominee Program. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/govern…

Take your project to the next level with the Economic Development Fund! The fund supports projects that offer economic benefits to Yukoners and their communities. Apply by April 15 for requests between $30,001 and $100,000 at yukon.ca/edf

Have a project in mind that benefits Yukoners and our communities? From hosting thrilling events to restoring iconic buildings, learn how the Community Development Fund can help your project succeed. Apply by April 15 for requests of $20,001 to $75,000 at yukon.ca/cdf

Foreign nationals with expiring work permits can now request a letter of support. Use this letter to apply for a new work permit from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/reques…

Are you looking to grow your career in the music industry? The Performing Musicians Fund can provide funding to help you: - create professional sound recordings; - market new music; and - refine your skills. Apply by April 8 at yukon.ca/performing-mus…

The Government of Yukon and Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada have extended a temporary measure to help prospective applicants to the Yukon Nominee Program with expiring work permits. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/govern…

Are you an internationally educated health professional? The Foreign Credential Recognition Navigation Service can help you access services to get your credentials recognized to work in health care in the Yukon. Learn more: yukon.ca/foreign-creden…

New partnerships and new connections for the Yukon at annual mineral exploration convention. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/new-pa…

It’s been a great few days at #PDAC2025 meeting with industry professionals to promote responsible mineral exploration and development in the Yukon.

Next week, we’re headed to the Prospectors and Developer’s Association of Canada convention in Toronto! The event brings together over 27,000 industry stakeholders. We look forward to meeting with explorers, producers and investors to showcase opportunities in the Yukon #PDAC2025

The Yukon’s Paid Sick Leave Rebate Program is being extended until March 31, 2026, subject to legislative approval. Read more: yukon.ca/index.php/en/n…

Premier Pillai has issued the following statement on the winners of the Yukon Sustainability Awards. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/statem…

Reminder that tomorrow, February 12, is the Reverse Trade Show and Funders Meet and Greet! Stop by the Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre between 9 am and 4:30 pm. Learn about funding programs, community resources and government procurement processes. Details: yukon.ca/events

The Government of Yukon is working with the Whitehorse Chamber of Commerce to enhance safety for businesses and staff in downtown Whitehorse. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/statem…

Governments of Canada and Yukon announce funding to support private investment in Yukon businesses. Read more: yukon.ca/en/news/govern…

Mark your calendars for the Reverse Trade Show and Funders Meet and Greet! Join us on Wednesday, February 12, from 9 am to 4:30 pm at the Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre. Learn more about the event: yukon.ca/events/reverse…

Throughout the week at @AMEroundup, we met with investors and industry experts to reaffirm our commitment to supporting a strong, sustainable and responsible mining sector in the Yukon. #AMERoundup2025

Earlier this week at #VRIC, Premier Pillai joined @SnowlineGold and Michael Gray on the panel, "The Rocks are Still the Same: Unlocking Yukon’s Potential in a Changing Mining Landscape” to discuss sustainable resource development and opportunities in the Yukon. #investyukon pic.twitter.com/3mDI5J4Pd1