Department of Economic Development

Our mandate is to develop a thriving, prosperous and diversified Yukon economy to enrich the quality of life of all Yukoners. This means working with First Nations, business and industry partners, and the federal and municipal governments to: broaden our economic base; build local capacity; and encourage the competitiveness of businesses and services. Our investments support sustainable job creation for Yukoners, innovative approaches to existing and new industries, increased investment opportunities, market expansion outside Yukon, and business and industry growth.

Services and information

Apply for community project and event funding Apply to immigrate to Yukon Apply to run your own business in Yukon (foreign entrepreneurs)

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Minister responsible

Minister Ranj Pillai

Hon. Ranj Pillai
Legislative Assembly profile
Email: ranjpillai@gov.yk.ca
Phone number: 867-393-7418
Fax number : 867-393-7135

We support industries and create broad economic benefits.

Email: ecdev@gov.yk.ca
Phone number: 867-456-3803
Staff directory

We operate the Community Development Fund (CDF).

Email: cdf@gov.yk.ca
Phone number: 867-667-8125

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

Email: yukon.nominee@gov.yk.ca
Phone number: 867-667-5131, toll free in Yukon: 1-800-661-0408, extension 5131
Fax number: 867-667-8555
Staff directory

We support sustainable and competitive film and sound recording industries.

Email: info@reelyukon.com
Phone number: 867-667-5400
Fax number: 867-393-7199
Staff directory

We support community economic development in Yukon.

Email: red@gov.yk.ca
Phone number: 867-667-2633

View the Economic Development organizational structure.


Phone number: 867-456-3803

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