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Yukon Surplus Shrinks as Rent Caps Face Repeal

Andrew Robulack

Andrew Robulack

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Yukon Surplus Shrinks as Rent Caps Face Repeal
Friday, October 30, 2026  ·  Issue 36

📌 Today's Top Stories

Yukon's $4.9M surplus falls short of forecast despite extra revenue

The Yukon government's 2025–26 Public Accounts, released Oct. 28, show a non-consolidated surplus of $4.9 million, which is $77.1 million short of the $82 million forecast in the main estimates. Finance Minister Currie Dixon attributed the gap to accounting adjustments and valuation allowances tied to the Eagle Gold Mine sale, along with rising departmental operating costs. Revenues came in $63.1 million above projections, but the government warned the figures may change as the mine sale and related court cases proceed.

Source: Yukon News Read →

Yukon residents react to plan ending rent caps, restoring no-cause evictions

The governing party plans to end rent caps and restore no-cause evictions, a move that has drawn strong reactions from Yukon residents. Rent caps limit how much landlords can raise rent, while no-cause evictions allow landlords to end a tenancy without giving a specific reason. The change would directly affect renters across the territory.

Source: CBC North Read →

IRC leaders vote to keep Erwin Elias as chair

IRC leaders met and voted to keep Erwin Elias as chair, the organization announced. The decision follows an investigation into undisclosed allegations. The announcement did not provide details of the allegations or the investigation's findings.

Source: CBC North Read →

📚 Full Index by Topic

Municipal Government

Whitehorse council approves Highland Estates master plan for 16 homes
Whitehorse city council approved the Highland Estates master plan on Oct. 26, advancing a proposed 16-unit country-residential neighbourhood west of Lobird Mobile Home Park. The land is owned by Lobird Living Corp., and the plan follows a 2024 official community plan amendment.
2026-10-29 · Yukon News →

Health & Wellness

Whitehorse General installs new lab analysers to speed test turnaround
Whitehorse General Hospital has installed new chemistry analysers to replace aging lab equipment, as part of a multi-year modernization project. The upgrade is expected to improve test turnaround times and support recruitment, and the lab also serves hospitals in Dawson City and Watson Lake.
2026-10-29 · Yukon News →
Dawson City spa expands to offer primary care services
This CBC North video reports that a Dawson City spa is expanding to offer primary care services. The 12-month pilot project aims to make treatment more accessible for people who find traditional medical settings difficult.
▶ VIDEO · 3 min · 2026-10-30 · Watch on CBC North →

Business & Economy

Environmental assessment delays limit Yukon biomass energy, advocate says
This CBC North video reports that Yukon's forestry industry says rising fuel costs, restricted harvesting areas and lengthy approval processes limit expansion of wood-based energy. It also examines how environmental assessment delays contribute to the lack of biomass use.
▶ VIDEO · 3 min · 2026-10-30 · Watch on CBC North →

Education & Youth

Dawson City school still searching for new shop teacher
Robert Service School in Dawson City began the school year without a shop teacher after the previous one retired, and the position was cut in half. The school is recruiting for a full-time role covering the second semester only.
2026-10-30 · CBC North →

Arts, Culture & Events

World Broomball Championships begin at CGC and Takhini Arena Nov. 3
The 2026 World Broomball Championships run November 3 to 7 at the Canada Games Centre and Takhini Arena, with 27 teams competing. An elementary volleyball jamboree takes place at the CGC November 4 and 5, and parking at the CGC will be limited.
Artists explore Yukon free stores and reuse culture in new videos
Artists Isidore Champagne and Olive Siemens explore Yukon's free stores and reuse culture in new Creator Network videos. The series examines why these spaces matter to making art in the North.
2026-10-30 · CBC North →

Upcoming Events

Free drop-in at Victoria Faulkner Women's Centre
Date: Friday, Oct 30 | Time: 8:30 PM | Location: Victoria Faulkner Womens Centre | FREE! Drop-In. A safe welcoming space. Drop-in includes Laundry and Shower. Victoria Faulkner Women\'s Centre.\n
High Performance Running Academy for Youth Athletes Aged 12-18
Date: Friday, Oct 30 | Time: 10:40 PM | Location: Northern Strength Academy | Join our supportive running community and hone your technique, speed and pace with the Yukon\'s top endurance coach. Inclusive for all levels.\n
Kids Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Classes Offered at Eight Days Martial Arts
Date: Friday, Oct 30 | Time: 11:45 PM | Location: Eight Days Martial Arts | The 4:45pm classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays are most suitable for the 4 to 7 age range. We suggest children 8 to 12 attend at 6pm when possible. The Friday kids class has an open age range.\n
Community Kitchen Gathering at Victoria Faulkner Women's Centre
Date: Saturday, Oct 31 | Time: 12:00 AM | Location: Victoria Faulkner Womens Centre | Community Kitchen builds communities of support and experience, simply by providing the opportunity to gather and break bread together.\n
Free Map Skills Workshop Offered by Yukon Literacy Coalition
Date: Saturday, Oct 31 | Time: 12:00 AM | Location: Yukon Literacy Coalition | Unlock the secrets of maps at our free Map Skills Workshop. Learn to decipher urban and wild maps with ease.\n
Cribbage night at Golden Age Society
Date: Friday, Oct 30 | Time: 8:30 PM | Location: Golden Age Society | Love Cribbage? Come Join Us at Golden Age Society! From beginners to experienced players, everyone is welcome. Enjoy a relaxed and friendly game, meet fellow […]\n
Family drop-in gymnastics at Yukon Gymnastics Centre
Date: Friday, Oct 30 | Time: 9:00 PM | Location: Yukon Gymnastics Centre | Get active with family drop-in gymnastics. Great for fitness and fun, suitable for parents and kids alike!\n
Games Day at Golden Age Society
Date: Friday, Oct 30 | Time: 9:00 PM | Location: Golden Age Society | Looking for fun? Join our Games Day for board games and Wii games. No experience needed, just lots of laughter!\n

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