Village of Carmacks is opening a new intake for the Housing Development Grant Program to support new home construction in our community.
Eligible projects may receive up to $67,500 per dwelling unit.
📅 Deadline: May 29, 2026
🔗 Learn more: carmacks.ca/housing-grant
Build in Carmacks—we’re here to help.
Residents of Carmacks are advised that the DMAF Project Engagement Session has been rescheduled.
The event will now take place as follows:
This session will include a presentation and Q&A regarding the Yukon Government’s Disaster Mitigation and Adaptation Fund (DMAF) Project, focused on flood mitigation in the community.
This is an opportunity to learn about this important project and to have your questions answered directly.
Food will be provided.
This project is funded by the Government of Canada in partnership with the Government of Yukon, Village of Carmacks, and Little Salmon/Carmacks First Nation.
We encourage all residents to attend.
The complete advisory has been published in the Flood Hub, which can be accessed by following this link: https://floods.service.yukon.ca/
PUBLIC NOTICE – FLOOD PREPAREDNESS UPDATE (SPRING 2026)
Village of Carmacks wishes to inform residents that the Government of Yukon has identified an elevated flood risk in our region for the 2026 spring season.
Full details are available from the Government of Yukon at:
https://yukon.ca/en/news/yukon-government-releases-flood-and-wildfire-outlook
Key highlights:
High risk of ice jam flooding on the Nordenskiold River at Carmacks
Moderate risk of flooding on the Yukon River and Nordenskiold River during peak snowmelt
Flood conditions will depend on weather patterns, snowmelt timing and precipitation
What this means for Carmacks:
While flooding is not guaranteed, current conditions increase the likelihood of higher water levels and possible localized flooding. Residents in low-lying or flood-prone areas should remain alert during spring breakup.
Preparedness measures underway:
Coordination with Yukon Government and emergency responders
Review of local emergency response plans
Pre-positioning of flood response materials such as sandbags and equipment
Ongoing monitoring of river conditions and weather forecasts
What residents should do now:
Review or create a household emergency plan
Prepare a 72-hour emergency kit
Identify risks specific to your property
Stay informed through official updates and advisories
Stay informed:
https://yukon.ca/emergencies
https://preparedyukon.ca
Further updates will be shared as conditions evolve. Residents are encouraged to contact the Village Office with any questions or concerns.
Preparedness is a shared responsibility. Early action helps protect people, property and the community.
**Public Notice: Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Day – Carmacks
Residents of Carmacks are advised that a **Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Day** will be held on:
**Date:** Saturday, April 25, 2026
**Time:** 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
**Location:** Carmacks Landfill & Recycling Center
This is an opportunity to safely dispose of household hazardous materials and help keep our community and environment clean.
Representatives from Raven ReCentre will be on site to promote household battery recycling, collect used batteries, and answer questions about recycling programs available in the territory.
Residents are encouraged to bring items such as household chemicals, paints, solvents, and batteries for proper disposal.
For more information, please contact the Village Office.
**Let’s do our part to keep Carmacks clean and safe.**