First NationsYukon TerritoryThe Yukon Territory is a Canadian Province north of British Columbia and between Alaska and the Northwest Territories. Given the relatively small population of only 34,000 people it is huge in size with 482,443 sq kilometers (186,272 sq miles). 2/3 of the inhabitants live in the capital city of Whitehorse. Special points of interest include a large number of glacier fed lakes, Mount Logan which at 5,959 meters /19,551 feet) is the tallest mountain in Canada and the original inhabitants of the region the First Nations people.What To DoThe Yukon is primarily known for the pristine nature of it's mountain, lakes forests and wildlife. This creates an ideal environment for outdoor sports activities from hunting and fishing to boating, skiing, snowboarding, hiking, backcountry camping, mountain climbing, dog sledding and much more! There are also countless opportunities to view a dvierse variety of wildlife.The Yukon is a great place to find Indian aboriginal art and culture.
The Yukon Quest 1,000 Mile International Sled Dog Race gets its name from the ''highway of the north,'' which is the Yukon River and the historical winter land routes travelled by prospectors, adventurers and mail and supply carriers traveling between the g
Association Of Professional Engineers Of Yukon (APEY) in Whitehorse are the administrators of the “Engineering Profession Act” and regulate all engineers in the territory. All persons wishing to undertake engineering projects must be licenced by APEY. For information on how to apply for a Permit to Practice, or apply for a membership, please visit our website.
Skills Canada Yukon promotes skilled trades and technology careers among youth through competitions, workshops, and mentorship, connecting them with hands-on opportunities for meaningful careers in the skilled trades.
The Women's Directorate became a department of the Yukon Government in 1985. The Minister Responsible for the Women's Directorate is the Honourable Elaine Taylor. The Directorate is responsible for ensuring that gender considerations are integrated into a
It also browses through all the past Walk Softly newsletters posted on this site.YCS acts as a public watchdog that works to ensure: environmental regulation of mining; forest management that reflects all forest values; energy efficiency and land use planning.The Society plays an important role in ensuring that wild lands representing Yukon's biodiversity are adequately protected. For example, YCS was instrumental in securing the protection of the Tatshenshini and continues to work for the protection of ecologically significant areas.YCS produces research papers on such topics as forest planning, environmental assessment, mining and energy issues.Education Work: YCS has long been instrumental in promoting greater environmental awareness and understanding in the Yukon.Annual programs and events such as our Free Guided Nature Hikes and the Bird-a-thon offer people the opportunity to enjoy and explore the Yukon environment
Run by a board of directors in Whitehorse, Sport Yukon is a non-profit society. Must of the members are territorial sport governing bodies, clubs and associations who offer a variety of sport, recreation and other community based programs.
PO Box 31622 Rpo Main Street, Whitehorse, YTY1A 6L2
The Yukon Employees' Union (YEU) is one of the youngest members of the PSAC National Board of Directors. Our founding convention took place in June 1990. However, we have been a member of the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) since 1966. During the first 24 years of our existence, YEU was recognized as a unique 'Local' entity within the Alliance structure.YEU elected its first full-time President in 1987. At the 2008 Triennial Convention, members voted to convert the office of 1st Vice-President into a full-time paid position. All other executive members are volunteers elected from Locals across the territory.
To foster community involvement and awareness of our NorthernCulture and Heritage - collaborating with local artists, performers,vendors, volunteers and the general public to engage them intraditional events and activities of the Yukon Sourdough RendezvousFestival