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Statement from Minister John Streicker on World Tourism Day
Minister of Tourism and Culture John Streicker comments on the importance of tourism in the Yukon as part of the internationally recognized day.
Yukon Permanent Art Collection exhibits new acquisitions
An exhibition of the newest works added to the Yukon Permanent Art Collection is now on display at the Jim Smith Building in Whitehorse.
Statement from Minister of Tourism and Culture John Streicker on the Klondike Visitors Association seasonal accommodation pilot project
Minister of Tourism and Culture John Streicker congratulates the Klondike Visitor Association on the beginning of construction for their seasonal accommodation initiative.
Signing ceremony held for Gindèhchik / Rampart House and Zheh Gwatsàl / LaPierre House historic sites
The Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation and Government of Yukon have signed an updated management plan for the Gindèhchik / Rampart House and Zheh Gwatsàl / LaPierre House historic site.
Applications open for special one-time prize available for projects marking the Yukon’s 125th anniversary
Three to five extraordinary Yukon-based projects will be selected to receive up to a maximum of $125,000 each.
The Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre celebrates opening of new exhibits
On Saturday, the Yukon Beringia Interpretive Centre hosted a grand reopening celebration in honour of their recently renovated main exhibit hall. The event featured free admission,
Statement from Minister of Tourism and Culture John Streicker on International Archives Day
Minister of Tourism and Culture John Streicker has released the following statement for International Archives Day/Week.
The Yukon Gold Explorer’s Passport contest returns with new digital format
New digital format introduced for the popular Yukon Gold Explorer’s Passport contest.
The Government of Yukon and the City of Whitehorse sign new tourism agreement
The Government of Yukon and the City of Whitehorse have renewed their commitment to collaborate on projects related to tourism and culture in Whitehorse.
