Open ProvincesYukon
Yukon is a Canadian territory. Capital: Whitehorse. Find key facts below and follow the link to the official government site for current services, taxes and programs.
Key figures
- Population
- 50,356 2026-07 · 2.5% / 12 m
- Inflation (12 months)
- 6.1% 2026-09
- Average weekly earnings
- $1,539 2026-08
Source: Statistics Canada. Updated automatically. Compare all provinces →
Guides for this province
- Renting in Yukon: rights, rent increases and average rents
- Working in Yukon: minimum wage, standards and wages
- Moving to Yukon: health card, driver's licence and taxes
- Cost of living in Yukon: prices, rent, wages and taxes
- Buying a home in Yukon: land transfer tax, rebates and first-time buyer help
- Health care in Yukon: health card, drug plans and dental help
- Studying in Yukon: tuition, student aid and grants
- Seniors in Yukon: pensions, supplements and programs
- Taxes in Yukon: income tax rates, sales tax and take-home pay (2026)
- Families in Yukon: child benefits and family programs
- Immigrating to Yukon: nominee program, steps and processing times
| Type | Territory |
|---|---|
| Capital | Whitehorse |
| Joined Canada (or created) | 1898 |
| Languages | English and French (official), Indigenous languages recognized |
| Sales tax system | GST only (no provincial sales tax) |
| Sales tax rates | GST 5% (Source: Canada Revenue Agency) |
| Public health plan | Yukon Health Care Insurance Plan |
| Driver's licensing body | Yukon Motor Vehicles |
| Official government site | https://yukon.ca/ |
Rates and amounts change. Each figure on this site shows its official source and the date it was read; confirm on the official page before making a decision.
Programs in this province or territory
Families and children
- Yukon Child BenefitMonthly amount for lower-income families, paid with the CCB.
Official source ↗ · read on 2026-11-13Amounts — as published in November 2026 Per child $80.50 / month Partial benefit above adjusted family net income of $35,000
Work and income
- Social AssistanceFinancial help for people unable to meet basic needs.
Read the full guide →Amounts — November 1, 2025 to October 31, 2026 (indexed every November 1) Food allowance, Whitehorse, 1 / 2 / 3 / 4+ people $335 / $638 / $917 / $1,162 per month Maximum shelter (actual cost up to), 1 / 2 / 3 / 4+ people $711 / $960 / $1,140 / $1,170 per month Fuel and utilities, 1 person, Whitehorse (June-Sept. / Oct., Apr., May / Nov.-March) $477 / $557 / $635 per month Clothing allowance, adult or youth 14+ / child 1 to 13 $103 / $56 per month Incidentals, Whitehorse, 1 person / 2 or more $72 / $214 per month Special diet (up to) $47 per month per person Yukon Supplementary Allowance $250 per month Official source ↗ · read on 2026-11-13Conditions and rules
- Food allowances are higher outside Whitehorse (zone 2: $370 / $704 / $1,011 / $1,280; Old Crow: $577 / $1,102 / $1,579 / $2,003).
- Shelter and utilities can be combined up to the actual rent as long as at least one utility is included in your rent.
How to get it : Apply to Health and Social Services (yukon.ca or a local office).
Seniors and retirement
- Yukon Seniors Income SupplementMonthly top-up for low-income seniors receiving OAS and GIS.
Amounts — as published in November 2026 Maximum up to $323.26 / month Official source ↗ · read on 2026-11-13Conditions and rules
- For Yukon residents 65 and over who receive OAS and the GIS in Yukon; calculated from your GIS.
- Adjusted every fall for inflation.
How to get it : Usually automatic: the territory receives the information from the Government of Canada.
- Pioneer Utility GrantYearly help with winter heating costs for seniors.
Amounts — 2026 Maximum, within Whitehorse $1,382.58 Maximum, outside Whitehorse $1,466.50 No grant if net income exceeds (single / couple) $154,206 / $217,470 Official source ↗ · read on 2026-11-13Conditions and rules
- For seniors 65 or older in 2026 who have lived in Yukon at least 12 months; tax-free.
- Not available to people in social housing or receiving a rent subsidy.
How to get it : Apply between July 1 and December 31 with your 2025 notice of assessment.
Students and training
- Student Financial Assistance (Yukon Grant)Grants for Yukon students in post-secondary studies.
Amounts — 2026-27 academic year (August 1, 2026 to July 31, 2027) Yukon Grant $195 / week of study Lifetime limit 170 weeks Travel allowance, studying outside the territory, Whitehorse residents $1,500 / year Yukon Excellence Awards (each, up to 10) $300 each, up to $3,000 Official source ↗ · read on 2026-11-13Conditions and rules
- Payments are made in a lump sum each term. Excellence awards need a final mark of at least 80% in eligible Grade 10 to 12 courses.
How to get it : Apply through the Student Financial Assistance portal.
Federal programs (all of Canada) →
Online accounts
- MyYukonOne login for Yukon government online services.Official page ↗ · link not yet checked
Guides
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