Friday, September 19, 2025
Four Yukon communities will see improvements to water, sewer and recreational infrastructure following a joint investment of more than $25.6 million from the federal and Yukon governments.
The projects include water and sewer upgrades, along with road reconstruction, in Faro, Watson Lake and Haines Junction. Officials say the work will improve access to drinking water and boost wastewater management capacity.
In Burwash Landing, a new boat launch in the Copper Joe subdivision will provide Kluane First Nation citizens and visitors better access to the lake, supporting both recreation and community use of the area.
Dr. Brendan Hanley, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs and Yukon MP, said the projects will strengthen local sustainability and connectivity.
“Investing in water service upgrades in Faro, Haines Junction, and Watson Lake and expanding recreational access and opportunities in Burwash Landing will ensure sustainability and connectivity for these northern communities,” Hanley said in a statement.
Minister of Community Services Richard Mostyn called the projects an important step in building “vibrant and healthy communities,” and thanked the federal government for its continued support.
The federal government is contributing $19.2 million through the Green Infrastructure Stream, the Rural and Northern Communities Infrastructure Stream and the Community, Culture and Recreation Infrastructure Stream of the investing in Canada Infrastructure Program. The Yukon government is adding $6.4 million and will provide project management.
According to federal figures, more than 30 projects have been announced in the territory under the Green Infrastructure Stream, with the federal government investing $158 million and the Yukon government contributing nearly $38 million.
