Health and Social Services
News Releases 2008
Carcross/Tagish First Nation Receives Grant for Child Care
December 22, 2008
A contribution of $300,000 has been made to Carcross/Tagish First Nation (CTFN) to assist with the building of a new child care centre in Carcross, Health and Social Services Minister Glenn Hart announced today.
Third Psychiatrist to Join Yukon’s Mental Health Services
December 19, 2008
Yukon will be getting a third psychiatrist in March 2009, announced Health and Social Services Minister Glenn Hart.
Increase to Food Allowance for Social Assistance Recipients
December 18, 2008
Effective early in the new year, Yukon residents receiving social assistance will see an increase in the food allowance portion of their benefits, announced Health and Social Services Minister Glenn Hart.
Healthy Living Encouraged for Families
December 12, 2008
The government is unveiling a new healthy living initiative for Yukon families, Health and Social Services Minister Glenn Hart announced today.
Yukon Government Invests in Fight Against Breast Cancer
December 10, 2008
The government is investing $245,000 annually in a mammography program to protect the health of Yukon women, Health and Social Services Minister Glenn Hart today announced.
Smart Travel in Yukon Focus of Campaign
December 09, 2008
A new safe travel initiative encouraging Yukoners to travel carefully while in the wilderness has been launched, Health and Social Services Minister Glenn Hart and Community Services Minister Archie Lang today announced.
Yukon First Territory to Introduce HPV Vaccine
December 08, 2008
Yukon will be the first territory to launch an immunization program for girls in grades five, six and seven against the Human Papilloma Virus (HPV) Health and Social Services Minister Glenn Hart announced today.
Government Puts $63,908 Into Community Youth Projects
December 03, 2008
Yukon youth will benefit from 22 projects sharing $63,908 from the Youth Investment Fund this fall.
Government to Consult Yukoners on Future of Health Care
November 13, 2008
A report on the current and long-term sustainability of the public health care system in Yukon has been tabled by Health and Social Services Minister Glenn Hart.
Three-Year Agreement Provides Certainty for Hospital, Government
November 05, 2008
A three-year financial agreement has been signed that will see hospital contributions increased by six per cent each year, beginning this year
“Critters” Come to Yukon Schools
October 27, 2008
“Critters” are hitting Whitehorse schools beginning today at Selkirk Elementary School.
Low Income Yukon Seniors to Receive Income Boost
October 27, 2008
Low income Yukon seniors receiving an income supplement from government can look forward to a larger cheque, Health and Social Services Minister Glenn Hart announced today.
Child and Youth Advocate Consultation Process
October 27, 2008
Minister Glenn Hart is introducing a consultation process on the development of a Child and Youth Advocate.
2008 Flu Clinics Announced
October 24, 2008
Dr. Brendan Hanley, Yukon Medical Officer of Health, is encouraging Yukoners to get their free flu shot to reduce the chances of getting sick this year.
Youth to Promote Mental Illness Messages
October 20, 2008
A Vancouver-based youth group, ReachOut, will be in Whitehorse this week to shine the spotlight on Yukon Mental Illness Awareness week, Oct. 19 to 25.
Government Reconsiders Social Assistance Food Basket
October 17, 2008
Health and Social Services Minister has directed department officials to examine the food allowance under the social assistance income support program.
Child Care Contribution Increased by 100 Per Cent Over a Year
October 10, 2008
For the third time since August 2007, Yukon child care operators are receiving an increase in funding for staff wages, Health and Social Services Minister Glenn Hart announced today.
Consultation on Smoke-Free Places Act Regulations set to Begin
October 07, 2008
Consultations on the Smoke-free Places Act regulations begin today in Carcross, Health and Social Services Minister Glenn Hart announced today.
Many Rivers Funding Stabilized Over Next Three Years
October 03, 2008
A $1,381,000 increase in funding to Many Rivers Counselling and Support Services over the next three years was announced by Health and Social Services Minister Glenn Hart today.
Women’s Shelters will Benefit from Increased Funding
October 02, 2008
Increases in funding to Kaushee's Place and the Help and Hope Society in Watson Lake were announced today by Health and Social Services Minister Glenn Hart.
Northerners Gather to Share Knowledge on Health and Learning
September 23, 2008
Close to 100 delegates and speakers from across the North are meeting in Whitehorse this week at the Northern Health and Learning Symposium to discuss health and learning in Canada's northern territories
Bursary Programs Supporting 11 New Students in 2008/09
September 23, 2008
Health and Social Services Minister Glenn Hart today announced the names of the 11 Yukon recipients of this year's post-secondary health and medical education bursaries.
Healthy Living Campaign Targets Rural Yukon Women
September 22, 2008
Health and Social Services Minister Glenn Hart and Community Services Minister Archie Lang today launched a new healthy living campaign aimed at women in rural Yukon.
Yukon Joins Western Provinces and Territories to Recognize FASD Day
September 09, 2008
Yukon joins an alliance of seven jurisdictions in recognizing today as Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) day, Health and Social Services Minister Glenn Hart announced.
Yukon Government to Extend Youth Homelessness Initiative
September 02, 2008
The Yukon government is extending its youth homelessness pilot project, which was set to expire at the end of August, Health and Social Services Minister Glenn Hart announced.
Yukoners Challenged to an Injury Free Day on September 2
August 26, 2008
Yukon residents are challenged to go a day without injury by Yukon's Medical Health Officer, Dr. Brendan Hanley.
Public Health Advisory - Stores and Restaurants Advised of Product Recall
August 20, 2008
Grocery stores, restaurants and health care providers are being cautioned about using a Maple Leaf product recalled today by Yukon Environmental Health Services
New Four-Year Agreement Signed with Yukon Medical Association
August 13, 2008
Health and Social Services Minister Glenn Hart and Yukon Medical Association President Rao Tadepalli announced today the ratification of a new four-year agreement for physician services in Yukon.
Childcare Operators Receive Second Increase for Wages
July 23, 2008
Health and Social Services Minister Glenn Hart announced today that for the second time in less than a year, government is increasing the funding it provides to Yukon child care operators for staff wages.
Dawson Health Centre and Care Facility to be Built
June 27, 2008
Health and Social Services Minister Brad Cathers and Klondike MLA Steve Nordick today announced the start of a two-phase project to replace the Dawson City nursing station with a new health centre, and to replace MacDonald Lodge with a new care facility.
Government of Yukon Puts $51,515 into Community Youth Projects
June 26, 2008
Young Yukon boarders, swimmers and campers are some of the youth who will benefit from the $51,515 being spent on 17 projects supported by the Youth Investment Fund.
'811' Makes Health Advice Just a Phone Call Away
June 17, 2008
Health and Social Services Minister Brad Cathers today announced that the Yukon HealthLine is up and running, providing Yukon residents with a new option for accessing health care information right in their own homes.
New Campaign Helps Smokers Take it Outside
June 12, 2008
a new tobacco education campaign that provides smokers with tools to help them resist the urge to smoke at home and in motor vehicles, especially when others would be exposed to second-hand smoke
Copper Ridge Place - A Learning Experience For Student Nurses
June 09, 2008
Six nursing students from Camosun College have just completed a successful six-week practicum at the Copper Ridge Place continuing care facility.
Students Choose the TV's Best Tobacco Education Advertisements
May 30, 2008
Yukon students in Grades Five through 12 have once again made their choice for the most effective tobacco education television advertisement from around the world.
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May 28, 2008
Health and Social Services Minister Brad Cathers today announced changes to the social assistance regulations that finalize the government's Social Assistance Reform.
Youth Deliver Message To Students at Campaign Launch
May 28, 2008
Yukon youth ambassadors delivered an important message to younger students at the launch of a public education campaign today
Yukon Minister Chairs FASD Committee for Coming Year
May 23, 2008
Health and Social Services Minister Brad Cathers will host his first meeting Saturday, May 24, as chair of the Canada Northwest Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder Partnership (CNFASDP).
Yukon Nurses Benefit from Government Sponsored Education Fund
May 21, 2008
Health and Social Services Minister Brad Cathers today presented the Yukon Registered Nurses Association with a cheque for $210,000.
Smoke-Free Places Act Takes Effect
May 15, 2008
As of May 15, the Smoke-Free Places Act bans smoking in all indoor public areas, workplaces and outdoor eating and drinking establishments in Yukon.
Government Speaks to Yukon-Wide Radon Pilot Project
May 12, 2008
Yukon Workers’ Compensation Health and Safety Board is wrapping up a Yukon-wide radon pilot project.
Patient Navigator Agreement Signed with Capital Health of Edmonton
May 07, 2008
Health and Social Services Minister Brad Cathers announced that an agreement has been signed with Alberta’s Capital Health region to provide assistance to Yukon patients who are referred to Edmonton for medical care.
Yukon Launches Collaborative Palliative Care Program
May 05, 2008
Health and Social Services Minister Brad Cathers today announced the opening of the Yukon Palliative Care Program.
Health Care Review to Recommend 10-Year Plan
April 10, 2008
Finance Minister Dennis Fentie and Health and Social Services Minister Brad Cathers have appointed a committee to review funding and sustainability of the territory's health care system.
Tobacco Education and Assistance for Quitting Smoking Enhanced
April 07, 2008
Health and Social Services Minister Brad Cathers today announced two upcoming enhancements to health promotion programs.
Child and Family Services Bill Tabled in the House
Legislation to improve protection and care of all Yukon children was tabled in the Yukon Legislative Assembly today.
Yukon Nominee Program Applications Top 100
March 11, 2008
The Yukon government is making progress to address labour shortages in Yukon by taking a broad multi-departmental approach which includes the Departments of Education, Health and Social Services, and Economic Development.
Northern Health Ministers Tell AWG Athletes to "Play Strong"
March 11, 2008
A pan-territorial health education initiative to coincide with the 2008 Arctic Winter Games, which opened Sunday in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories (NWT) was announced today by the three northern health ministers.
Yukon Government Supports Ramesh Ferris in Cross-Canada Journey
February 29, 2008
Health and Social Services Minister Brad Cathers today announced the Yukon government will support the efforts of a local man to raise awareness of the importance of immunization and work towards the goal of eradicating polio.
'Healthy Eating' Focus of New Initiative for Polar Games
February 26, 2008
When some 700 students converge at the Canada Games Centre this Friday, they’ll hear a new Polar Games message.
Yukon Government to Fund Licensed Practical Nurse Program
February 13, 2008
Education Minister Patrick Rouble and Health and Social Services Minister Brad Cathers are pleased to announce that a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) program will be offered beginning in September through Yukon College Ayamdigut Campus in Whitehorse.
Local Physician Takes on New Role as Medical Officer of Health
February 01, 2008
Health and Social Services Minister Brad Cathers announced today that Whitehorse physician Brendan Hanley will assume responsibility as Yukon’s Medical Officer of Health (MOH) in early February.
Partnership Provides Safety Net for Youth
February 28, 2008
Health and Social Services Minister Brad Cathers is pleased to announce $227,000 towards a unique partnership
Initiatives Mark National Non-Smoking Week
February 23, 2009
Health and Social Services Minister Brad Cathers today announced two Yukon initiatives to help mark National Non-Smoking Week from Jan. 20-26, 2008.
Telehealth Up and Running in Yukon Communities
January 17, 2008
Health and Social Services Minister Brad Cathers today announced that all Yukon communities have improved health care services with the expansion of the Yukon Telehealth Network.
