Department of Economy, Tourism and Culture

Yukon Archives acquires, preserves and provides access to Yukon's documentary heritage.

Our holdings include:

• government and non-government records;
• books;
• pamphlets;
• newspapers; and
• periodicals.

Reproduction services are available. For questions or research assistance, contact us.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 867-667-8061
Toll-free phone: 1-800-661-0408 extension 5321
Fax number:

We support the development of visual, literary and performing arts in the Yukon through funding programs, agreements and research.

Arts advisors help applicants apply for funding for review by the Yukon Arts Advisory Council or peer juries.

We also maintain, interpret and provide curatorial support to the Yukon Permanent Art Collection.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 867-667-3535
Toll-free phone: extension
Fax number: 867-393-6456

We support tourism development for communities, organizations and businesses. Contact us to talk about your tourism idea or for questions about services and funding.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 867-667-6932
Toll-free phone: extension
Fax number:

We support the preservation and appreciation of Yukon heritage and history. This unit manages land-based heritage resources. This includes: 

• archaeology;
• palaeontology;
• geographical place names; and
• research licensing.

We help Yukon museums, cultural centres and cultural organizations with: 

• collections care;
• funding; and
• training and development.

We partner with:

• Yukon First Nations;
• museums and cultural centres;
• placer miners; the public; and
• researchers from around the world.

We help Yukon museums and cultural centres with:

• conservation and artifact or specimen repair and cleaning;
• pest management and emergency planning for collections; or
• the development of collections management policies and procedures.

We provide information, resources, support and training for heritage workers. We administer the Museum Contribution Program (MCP) and the Special Projects Capital Assistance Program (SPCAP).

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 867-667-8589
Toll-free phone: extension
Fax number: 867-393-6456

The Historic Sites unit provides for the research, preservation, management, development and interpretation of Yukon’s historic places. We take part in implementing the Historic Resources Act and the Government of Yukon heritage obligations under the Umbrella Final Agreement and individual First Nation final agreements. 

Contact us for information on: funding to preserve Yukon’s heritage; how to nominate a historic site; management plans and how sites are preserved and developed, and; signage and interpretation along highways, trails, rivers and historic sites.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 867-667-5386
Toll-free phone: extension
Fax number: 867-393-8023

We provide information and services about immigrating to the Yukon and the various immigration programs.

We offer drop-in sessions at 303 Alexander Street (1st floor) in Whitehorse every Thursday from 10 am to 1 pm. 

When visiting our office, keep in mind it’s a scent-free workplace.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 867-667-5131
Toll-free phone: 1-800-661-0408 extension 5131
Fax number: 867-393-6228

The Innovation, Industry, and Business Development Branch helps Yukon’s economy grow and diversify. We encourage development across a range of industries. Within the private sector, we promote entrepreneurship and innovation. Working with our partners, we help businesses get investments, innovate and reach new markets.

Email:
Phone: 867-393-7191
Toll-free phone: extension
Fax number:

The Labour Market Development branch works collaboratively with our partners and stakeholders to strengthen the Yukon's labour market.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 867-667-5906
Toll-free phone: extension
Fax number:

We support a sustainable and competitive film and sound recording industry in the Yukon. Media Development administers a suite of funding programs to support professionals in these fields.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 867-667-5400
Toll-free phone: extension
Fax number: 867-393-7199

The Regional Economic Development Branch facilitates coordinates regional economic activities and offers funding to stimulate and support regional economic development projects, capacity development, and initiatives which provide long term sustainable economic and social benefits for Yukon communities. The Community Development Unit provides funding for projects and events that provide long-term economic and social benefits to Yukon communities.

Email:
Phone: 867-667-8125
Toll-free phone: extension
Fax number:

We promote the Yukon as a travel destination. We also boost the Yukon’s presence in Canadian and international tourism markets through travel trade and consumer marketing.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 867-332-3019
Toll-free phone: extension
Fax number:

We are responsible for the six Government of Yukon visitor information centres. We also raise industry’s awareness of available information on current events, advisories and programs.

Email: [email protected]
Phone: 867-336-7771
Toll-free phone: 1-800-661-049 extension
Fax number: 867-393-7005

View the Tourism and Culture organizational structure.

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Email:
Phone: 867-332-2729
Toll-free phone: extension
Fax number: