The Yukon government said a steadily growing economy will keep the territory in the black this year, despite the ongoing costs associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.
“The Yukon’s economy is seeing tremendous growth that truly sets it apart from the rest of Canada,” said Premier Sandy Silver as he delivered his government’s latest — and first since squeaking back into office last spring — budget on Thursday afternoon in the legislative assembly.
“The Yukon is leading the nation as we witness unprecedented growth of our territory’s population and economy.”
The $1.97-billion budget forecasts a surplus this year of $39.5 million, with Silver touting that figure
